Istanbul 2010 European Capital of Culture

In November 2006 Istanbul’s candidacy was accepted and the city was declared as 2010 European Capital of Culture.

 

Some of the activities are:

 

Lives and Work in Istanbul Project: This will bring 10 major European artists who have influenced the arts movements in the past decades together with young Turkish artists and allow them to work and create in a shared space. The works will be exhibited in museums dedicated to contemporary arts.
On the Way to 2010- Music; It is a concept that projects free open air concerts in different parts of Istanbul. Performances involve all kinds of music including classical music, jazz, Turkish Classical and Turkish Folk music
Cinema & Novel; There will be a unique opportunity to see the wonderful films of 10 major International directors in the film Project 10 Istanbul. There is also a novel writing contest that is encouraging international famous authors to write novels on Istanbul.
Arts & Technology Platform; The project aims for a new formation within the field of arts and technology.
International Ballet Competition; The project aims to enable local and foreign artists to orient themselves with regard to the international ballet platform by annualizing a ballet competition which will make an ongoing contribution to the cultural life of Istanbul.
Restoration of the Topkapi Palace Kitchens; In order to enable the Topkapi Palace Museum to become a “universal museum” at international standards, a sustainable integrated project is implemented.
 

 

 

As you participate at PIMRC 2010 please make sure to enjoy the special activities for the 2010 European Cultural Capital. http://www.istanbul2010.org