Jazz Festival takes start
Committed to bringing world class musicians to the heart of the city, the Jazz Festival commenced on the evening of July 1st, Tuesday with the Opening Ceremony held at The Marmara Esma Sultan. »»
Bige Örer Director of the Biennial
Having worked in the previous Istanbul biennial as the International Relations Coordinator, Bige Örer will, from now on serve as the Director of the International Istanbul Biennial. Bige Örer has worked in various posts in the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts since 2003. »»
Farewell to Leyla Gencer
Leyla Gencer passed away. Her ashes were scattered over the Bosphorus with a ceremony held next to the Dolmabahçe Palace. The ceremony held for Gencer began with the arrival of the Süreyya boat carrying her ashes at the Dolmabahçe Shore. »»