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Tour Rio de Janeiro’s cultural archives on Google Arts & Culture
Rio de Janeiro, a city brimming with cultural treasures, is opening its historical archives to the world. For generations, the General Archive of Rio de Janeiro City has preserved the city’s history. Now, in partnership with Google Arts & Culture, the Archive is bringing Rio’s past and present to life online, making some of the…
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Viral, duct-taped banana may sell for more than $1 million at auction at Sotheby’s in New York
NEW YORK — Walk into any supermarket and you can generally buy a banana for less than $1. But a banana duct-taped to a wall? That might sell for more than $1 million at an upcoming auction at Sotheby’s in New York. The yellow banana fixed to the white wall with silver duct tape is…
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Bringing global flavors to the table this Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving brings together family and friends over dishes like buttery mashed potatoes and sweet pumpkin pie. This year, add these international flavors to your Thanksgiving traditions and celebrate with diversity on your table.
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How can art & culture respond to global challenges?
Sponsor MANILA, PHILIPPINES — In recent years, we have witnessed significant growth in the artistic landscape and creative economy. While this has brought about more opportunities for artists worldwide, it has also come with certain challenges. National politics and business interests have influenced artists to adapt their artistic expressions to align with government narratives, international agencies,…
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NYSCA awards $62M to support arts, culture
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The Best of Kris Vire at Chicago Magazine
Kris Vire had a keen sense of what worked onstage, but he also gave careful consideration to the behind-the-scenes machinations of Chicago’s arts landscape. It’s easy to laud or criticize, but Vire brought a deeper insight to his coverage, a thorough understanding of the voices and issues in the arena he covered. He died Monday…
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The Daily interviews Hualālai Chung and Christina Chen from “Moana 2”
Seattle, WA (98195) Today Showers this evening becoming less numerous overnight. Low 41F. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70%.. Tonight Showers this evening becoming less numerous overnight. Low 41F. Winds S at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70%. Updated: November 16, 2024 @ 5:21 pm
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Longtime executive director Mark Turner retires from the Five Wings Art Council
STAPLES — After more than three decades of service, Mark Turner, executive director of the Five Wings Arts Council, is set to retire, closing a chapter many say was defined by visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the arts. Working at the helm of an organization known for bringing arts and cultural opportunities through diverse…
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Arts and Culture: Playwright Cricket Daniel
Local playwright Cricket Daniel credits being a stay-at-home mom with helping her find her passion for writing. For this week’s Art and Culture artist profile, Donna Britt visits with Cricket at her home in Bend as one of her plays is about to be on a national tour! Thanks to Strictly Organic Coffee Co. for giving us the…
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Artists honored for community contributions – Sedona Red Rock News
The city of Sedona recognized four key contributors to the Sedona arts scene with the seventh Mayor’s Art Awards, last presented in 2017, at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Saturday, Nov. 2, during an awards ceremony that emphasized the relationships between the arts and the learning process. The awards were presented by Mayor Scott…