Iranian Composer's Music Debuts in Zurich Despite Travel Ban
Mehdi Rajabian's compositions to premiere in Zurich church while artist remains under travel restrictions in Iran, highlighting cultural bridges despite political barriers.

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Cecilia Vicuña awarded CHF150,000 Roswitha Haftmann Prize for combining artistic radicalism with social commitment, marking significant recognition in Swiss art scene.
Mehdi Rajabian's compositions to premiere in Zurich church while artist remains under travel restrictions in Iran, highlighting cultural bridges despite political barriers.

Damien Hauser's 'Memory of Princess Mumbi' explores artificial intelligence in cinema while garnering international attention

Solothurn-born dancer and choreographer awarded prestigious Swiss Grand Prix for Performing Arts, including CHF100,000 prize.

Annual awards recognize outstanding Swiss films including documentary on Stromboli island and inheritance story, with prizes totaling CHF40,000.

78th edition launches with controversial Gaza documentary and Swiss-made series about nuclear negotiations

78th edition launches with special retrospective on 1945-1960 British films, featuring Armenian director Tamara Stepanyan's latest work and honoring Jackie Chan.

Switzerland's prestigious Locarno Film Festival reveals ambitious lineup featuring 99 premieres, including Swiss director's Golden Leopard contender

Biel/Bienne Festival showcases critical examination of Switzerland's relationship with Russian oligarchs through lens of Swiss-Russian artist.

Bestselling Brazilian author Paulo Coelho announces new museum in Geneva, featuring personal artifacts including the typewriter used to write 'The Alchemist'.

Renowned Brazilian author to establish cultural institution near historic Russian Orthodox church, featuring personal artifacts and career highlights

The world's first inflatable concert venue, Ark Nova, will make its European premiere at the Lucerne Festival, bringing innovative architectural design to Switzerland's cultural landscape.

Switzerland's decision to cut cultural aid funding, including the South Culture Fund, raises concerns about diplomatic impact and global artistic exchange.

Aarau, Bellinzona, Lugano, Schaffhausen, Thun and Zug enter race to become Switzerland's Cultural Capital, showcasing national cultural diversity

Over 60 performances scheduled for four-day Swiss Artists' Exchange event in Thun, featuring prominent performers and new theatrical projects.

Four-day national performing arts showcase in Thun features diverse array of Swiss talent, combining festival atmosphere with industry networking.

Celebrated Swiss composer and pioneer in sound ecology research passes away in Paris, leaving behind significant cultural and academic legacy in acoustic studies.

The 39th Fribourg International Film Festival announces program featuring 108 films from 52 countries, focusing on the theme of freedom with special spotlight on Afghanistan.

Prestigious Swiss design award honors Anna Monika Jost, Bruno Monguzzi, and Batia Suter for their contributions to graphic design and visual arts.

Bulle Ogier and Barbet Schroeder to be honored at Swiss Film Prize for their contributions to Nouvelle Vague cinema

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