In the vast and diverse landscape of music, there exist countless hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Among these treasures is the Metin Kemal Kahraman Band, a musical ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their unique blend of styles and evocative compositions. Brothers Metin and Kemal Kahraman are both gifted musicians from Turkiye, who […]
Organisers have announced the programme for the fourth edition of the London Turkish Speakers Theatre Festival, which will start on 12 May and run for three weeks. This year’s plays include a Turkish take on Casablanca about a moral no-man’s land, and solo shows featuring two distinct rebels with a cause, one inspired by Iran […]
Turkish Cypriot thespian Osman Balıkçıoğlu has made it his life’s mission to spread Turkish Cypriot culture to the younger generations and others interested in the heritage of his ethnic homeland. The Lefkoşa-born, London-based veteran actor and playwright’s career spans over 60 years. During this time, he has taken to the stage, and appeared on television […]
Day-Mer’s month-long festival of culture and arts continues with a special matinee performance of Çıkış Yolu Yok (No Way Out), a Turkish adaptation of Franz Kafka’s century-old short story A Report for the Academy. Created by Turkish actor Devrim Evin and Australian theatre director Malcolm Keith Kay, with music by Oktay Köseoğlu, this one-man […]
Whether you are a seasoned lover of Turkish theatre or simply wanting to explore some contemporary Turkish drama, this three-day festival is for you! Curated by Saray Karakus and Umit Baysal, there are daily plays featuring some of Turkey’s leading actors, as well as workshops, and special performances and events just for children. Among those […]
