Arts & Leisure

Rock festival to hit Parque Morazán next weekend

By Tico Times

Tico rockers and guests from around Central America will perform in the sixth Rock en el Morazán Festival in downtown San José.

Alan Parsons

Calle 13, Alan Parsons to headline 2012 International Arts Festival

By Ashley Harrell  | aharrell@ticotimes.net

FIA 2012 will take place March 15-25 in San José.

Elton John piano

Elton John to play Costa Rica for first time Feb. 3

By Tico Times

UPDATE: John’s official website confirms “The Rocket Man” will land in San José next year for a show at Saprissa Stadium.

Daniel Nazareth

Costa Rica’s National Symphony splits with conductor Nazareth

By Dominique Farrell  | The Tico Times

Culture Ministry cites lack of budget for the conductor’s salary demands and conflict between Nazareth and members of the symphony and ministry as reasons for his dismissal.

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Artists turn San José house into gallery

By Karla Arias Alvarado  | The Tico Times

A group of talented young Costa Rican artists display paintings, photos, sculptures and design furniture in an exciting exhibit, “9 Cuartos.”

Simon Le Bon

It’s official: Festival Imperial to return to Costa Rica in 2012

By Adam Williams  | The Tico Times

Social media sites are buzzing about Foo Fighters as possible headliners.

Thaddeus Phillips

‘17 Border Crossings’ captivates audiences in Jacó

By Ann Antkiw

Pack your suitcase, check your passport and explore the world with multitalented world traveler and performing artist Thaddeus Phillips.

Women’s Club’s used book sale to support education

By Tico Times

Proceeds will go toward the club’s Educational Scholarship and Reading is Fun projects.