A playful feline stole the show at the 52nd International Classical Music Festival in Istanbul, adding a touch of whimsy to the evening's performance by Festival Strings Lucerne.

The charming moment was captured on video by Bengi Isil Gokturk on May 31, as the cat sauntered across the stage during a live concert at the Lutfi Kırdar Convention Center’s Concert Hall.

Istanbul, Turkey - May 31, 2024

A playful feline stole the show at the 52nd International Classical Music Festival in Istanbul, adding a touch of whimsy to the evening's performance by Festival Strings Lucerne. The charming moment was captured on video by Bengi Isil Gokturk on May 31, as the cat sauntered across the stage during a live concert at the Lutfi Kırdar Convention Center’s Concert Hall.

Gokturk shared insights into the delightful incident, highlighting the cat's impromptu appearances during the performance. "The cat was already inside the concert hall, and we were totally okay with this because in Istanbul, we are so used to seeing cats everywhere," explained Gokturk. However, the cat's playful antics, making at least two appearances on stage, added an unexpected element of humor to the evening.

While the musicians continued their performance with professionalism, the audience couldn't help but be charmed by the furry intruder.