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Shen Yun Artist Awarded King Charles III Coronation Medal
TORONTO—Tia Zhang, a former instructor at Canada’s top ballet school and an artist with the world-renowned Shen Yun Performing Arts, has been awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal. Zhang, who was a ballet dancer in China, immigrated to Canada over four decades ago and went on to teach at the National Ballet School in…
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AlUla Arts Festival is putting Saudi Arabia’s flourishing art scene on the international stage
If ever there was an inspiring setting for an arts festival, then this is it. Nestled within a diverse and evocative landscape of desert plains, dramatic red sandstone canyons, lush palm oases, and extraordinary wind-carved rock formations, AlUla is captivating. So it comes as no surprise that this ancient city, with its labyrinthine old town…
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Wellesley moves to strengthen arts and culture scene with new strategic plan
The Wellesley Select Board is partnering with the town’s Cultural Council to develop a strategic plan for arts and culture, an initiative they say will boost the town’s social fabric and economic viability. Corey Testa, Wellesley’s assistant executive director, was tasked with organizing this plan after Select Board members Lise Olney and Marjorie Freiman identified…
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Arts and Cultural Grants – City of Stonnington Opportunities
The Arts and Cultural Annual Grants program reflects the City of Stonnington’s vision to be vibrant, imaginative and creative. Spanning a broad range of art forms and practices, this grant supports inclusive, innovative, engaging, empowering, resilient and environmentally friendly projects. Collectively, these place value on the importance of our creativity and cultural identity and strengthens the social,…
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Church leaders discuss evangelization through culture
Meeting of representatives of Catholic cultural centers from around the world held at the Vatican Feb 19, 2025 The press conference to present the Jubilee of Artists. (Photo: Vatican News) By Justin McLellan, Catholic News ServiceEvangelizing through culture is a challenge for the church, especially in societies where faith is seen as “something alien,” participants…
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B.C. Festivals and Events Face a Looming Crisis
British Columbia, Feb. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Arts and culture event organizers in B.C. — led by BC Live Performance Network and 17 Black Entertainment — have signed an open letter to Premier David Eby and Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport, seeking the renewal of the B.C. Fairs, Festivals…
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Upcoming event in Barrie to showcase Canadian Black history, arts and culture
NEWS RELEASETYNEISHA THOMAS*************************Barrie’s poet laureate, Tyneisha Thomas, and partners are excited to present Speak Your Truth, a vibrant showcase of Canadian Black history, arts and culture at Bloom Bistro in Barrie. This poetic event will feature local talent in dance, rap, spoken word and poetry, emphasizing the significance of celebrating BIPOC artists and their achievements. The event will…
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Art news
It’s still the dead of winter and bleak and dreary outside. How about giving your eyes something that will get them all a-flutter? As in A-R-T. There’s a lot going on in our art community and now is a great time to get out and see some of it. Here is a roundup of art…
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“Hadestown: Teen Edition” to be presented by Skyridge Theatre
Skyridge High School’s theater department proudly presents “Hadestown: Teen Edition,” a captivating musical by Anaïs Mitchell. The musical weaves together the ancient myths of Orpheus and Eurydice, and Hades and Persephone, into a modern and powerful tale. Skyridge Theatre is “known for its award-winning casts and unforgettable performances.” The production offers a state-of-the-art auditorium featuring…
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Mayor Adams And Commissioner Cumbo Unleash $60 Million Cultural Tsunami For NYC Nonprofits
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner Laurie Cumbo today announced a record $59.3 million in Cultural Development Fund (CDF) grants to 1,078 cultural organizations across the five boroughs. The funding — which is awarded annually by DCLA using a competitive, peer-evaluated grant process — includes…
