Cultural events and performances across Cyprus in early October

A wide variety of cultural events is taking place across Cyprus during the first half of October 2026. The theatrical season features "Phaedo or Vertigo" by Marguerite Yourcenar at the Amyth Hotel in Nicosia, the Cyprus premiere of Alistair McDowall’s "All of It" at Ktirion 53, and the return of Eleni Rantou’s "The Party of My Life" at the Pattichion Municipal Theatre in Limassol. Additionally, the play "Murder on the Orient Express" has returned to the THOK stage, and the performance "Sebastian" by Nova Melancholia is being held at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre Studio as part of the International Festival.

Music highlights include the South Korean duo Dal:um performing at the University of Cyprus Cultural Festival, Giorgos Dalaras presenting a "Rebetiko" tribute at the School for the Blind amphitheater, and the Spanish percussion ensemble BOOST making their debut at The Shoe Factory, featuring the world premiere of Andys Skordis' work "Zourrrrr…". Meanwhile, the film "Motherwitch" continues its local screenings, and Fanis Makridis will present his book "Cyprus, the Navel of Surveillance" at the Dimosiografiki Estia. These events collectively highlight a robust period for Cypriot performing arts, cinema, and literature throughout early October.