Susie Dee, one of Australia’s leading theatre creatives, has been in Crete for two months, staying in the heart of the old town in Chania. She has been inspired by the mix of Greek, Venetian, and Ottoman architecture. With over thirty-three years of experience as a performer, devisor, and director, Dee has been rejuvenating her creative psyche in ancient Crete. She has fallen in love with the liveliness of the city, the harbor, the plethora of beaches, and the Cretan people. Dee also mentions her admiration for Cretan cuisine, particularly the rabbit stifado. Neos Kosmos is inviting readers to share their photos and comments from their holiday in Greece [991fa3b4].
In addition to the upcoming dance festivals in Cyprus and New York City, there are other exciting events happening in both locations. In Cyprus, three family-friendly plays in English are set to take place. The first play, based on Maurice Maeterlinck’s play 'The Blue Bird', will be performed at Markideio Theatre in Paphos on June 1. The second play, adapted from Roald Dahl's story, will be presented by the Little Muse Youth Theatre in Larnaca on June 2. The third play is William Shakespeare’s 'King Lear' and will be performed at Ancient Curium on June 20, 21, and 22 by the Performing Arts for Cyprus Charities. These plays offer a variety of entertainment options for both locals and visitors to enjoy [802c038f].
Meanwhile, in New York City, the 43rd Annual Battery Dance Festival is scheduled to take place from August 11-17, 2024. The festival, presented by Battery Dance, aims to unite the world through dance and will feature both live and live-streamed performances at Rockefeller Park in Battery Park City. The lineup includes local and international dance companies such as A’nó:wara Dance Theatre, Battery Dance, Focus Dance Company, and Sun Kim Dance Theatre. Special programs like Young Voices in Dance and India Day will also be part of the festival. The FUTURE 400 initiative will commemorate 400 years of Dutch-New York history with a new piece by Rutkay Özpınar. The festival promises to be a celebration of dance, culture, and community in New York City [acd0a479].
The Larnaka Biodesign Festival in Cyprus has concluded with a closing ceremony featuring a parade led by children. The festival, organized by the Larnaka 2030 organization, aimed to artistically develop Larnaca with a green transition. Throughout the month of June, the festival offered participatory workshops, events, performances, and installations focused on our relationship with the environment. The closing ceremony included a collective performance by children, starting from the Medieval Castle and ending in Zouhouri Square. The parade aimed to gather Larnaca locals and visitors for one last time. The festival's second edition has been a ground for creativity and innovation with an eco-focus [17b28952].