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Egyapa Mercer named Minister-designate for Tourism, Arts and Culture
President Akufo-Addo on Wednesday, February 14, announced a new Minister for the Ministry of Arts and Tourism following a reshuffling in his government. Lawyer and Member of Parliament for Sekondi Constituency, Andrew Kofi Egyapa Mercer, has been named as the new Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture. Mr Mercer, prior to this appointment, was a…
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Arts Council England forced to clarify position on freedoms of expression after backlash
The arts and culture grantmaker Arts Council England has been forced to clarify its position on freedom of expression after sector backlash to updates to its guidelines for funded organisations. ACE, which currently funds 985 organisations through its 2023-26 Investment Programme, faced criticism from across the arts and culture voluntary sector after updating its funding…
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Art for Change: Nazeer Sabree “Like Being In Therapy With God”
Nazeer Sabree is a painter, filmmaker and collage artist whose work explores the pressures and joys of Black life. Best known for his False Face portraits, Sabree draws on the contradiction that masks can reveal even more than they hide. Starting with traditionally painted portraits of young men and women, Sabree covers his subjects’ faces…
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Birmingham’s Hockley Social Club unveils new electronic programme for 2024
Birmingham arts and social space, Hockley Social Club, has collaborated with a diverse set of UK promoters to deliver electronic acts alongside culture and arts in 2024. Formerly a factory, the space is a street food dining hall with event-hosting facilities, DJ decks and a bespoke sound system. According to a press release, Hockley Social…
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Desert X AlUla returns for a 3rd season themed “In The Presence Of Absence”
The ancient city of AlUla once again plays host to a spectacle of artistic exploration – Desert X AlUla 2024. Curated by Maya El Khalil and Marcello Dantas, this year’s iteration throws open the door to the invisible, rethinking the very notion of emptiness associated with deserts. Themed “In the Presence of Absence,” the exhibition…
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A Cultural Artifact That Meets the Moment
It has been a joy and a privilege to observe a rich and lively debate take shape on the provocation I put on the table two weeks ago: Why is there so little great art on the forces that find the U.S. on the brink of right-wing dictatorship? The opinions I received helped refine my…
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San Diego’s Vibrant Arts and Culture Scene: A Guide to Upcoming Ev…
San Diego’s arts and culture scene is brimming with events that promise to captivate and inspire. From fashion shows to art exhibitions, the city is a vibrant hub of creativity and expression. Advertisment Artistic Endeavors at San Diego State University San Diego State University is gearing up for a series of art events that showcase…
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LA County Opens First Artist Residency To Engage With Unhoused Communities, RV Encampments
Keep up with LAist. If you’re enjoying this article, you’ll love our daily morning newsletter, How To LA. Every weekday, you’ll get fresh, community-driven stories that catch you up with our independent local news. Calling all Los Angeles County-based artists — you have one week left to apply for the Pathway Home Artist Residency and…
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Public Art Feature
Chalchiuhtlicue, 2023, Angie Hinojos We spoke with artist Angie Hinojos about her experience being on the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture’s Public Art Artist Roster! Angie is a Mexican American painter and sculptor. She is a public artist, the co-founder and Executive Director of Centro Cultural Mexicano, and serves on the Board of Directors…
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4 affordable options for singles on Valentine’s Day
Lauren Steventon/Niner Times Like many college students, Valentine’s Day can be dull if you are single and broke. This year, Charlotte is not letting anyone down. Many affordable and fun options exist for spending Valentine’s Day with your best friends or all alone. With options ranging from $14 to $39, everything is affordable, and these…
