Blessings, Flooding, and Broadway Design
A story of blessings, dealing with messages and concerns after a flooding, and the inspiration behind a Broadway musical's set design by Dane Laffrey. Includes Darren Criss & Helen J. Shen.
Chelsea Arts Hub at Risk: $170M Sale Threatens Artists
The Raymond Naftali Center, a Chelsea arts keystone, is for sale for $170M after its owners' deaths. 211 artists face displacement amid rising rents and redevelopment fears. Future of NYC arts in jeopardy.
Studiolo: Art Pop-Up & GAN’s Rediscovery in London
Studiolo, a one-day art pop-up in London, highlights ephemeral collaborations. Ben Elwes Fine Art rediscovers Swedish artist GAN, showcasing his Cubist works. Classic Art London fills the void of London Art Week.
Murakami’s Japonisme: Copying, Culture, and Cognitive Change
Takashi Murakami's 'Japonisme' exhibition explores cultural borrowing, copying European artists influenced by Japan (Monet, Van Gogh), and questions of cultural appropriation through Hiroshige's art.
Newsom, Trump, and the #Resistance: A Political Pivot?
Gavin Newsom's evolving stance against Trump, from conciliatory podcasting to #Resistance memes, mirrors a broader Democratic struggle. Newsom's resistance and Trump's reactions create political tension.
Kunsthalle Bern: Reframing Art & Colonial History
Kunsthalle Bern, under Iliana Fokianaki, confronts its Eurocentric past. Exhibitions by Mahama, Edwards & Mekondjo explore themes of colonialism, racial industrialism, and global perspectives.
Murujuga Rock Art: UNESCO Listing Debate & Gas Plant Expansion
Debate intensifies over Murujuga rock art's UNESCO World Heritage listing amidst gas plant expansion concerns. Pollution & political influence claims surface, sparking controversy over preservation.
Art World Insights: Rachel Jones, Liverpool Biennial, and Tate Exhibition
Interviews with Rachel Jones about her Dulwich Picture Gallery show, insights on the Liverpool Biennial, and discussion about the Tate's current exhibition. Also featuring the UK Aids Memorial Quilt.
UK Culture Sector Faces Funding Cuts: Museums & Arts at Risk
UK's culture sector faces real-term funding cuts impacting museums, arts programs & British Council. Concerns rise over future of arts education and international cultural connections. Cuts affect daily operations, capital projects and global network.
The Life of Chuck: Apocalyptic Story and Terminal Illness
"The Life of Chuck" unfolds backward, intertwining an apocalyptic event with Chuck's terminal illness. A teacher, Marty, navigates global catastrophes. Clues connect Marty and Chuck through various characters.
Murderbot Diaries: Martha Wells, Sci-Fi, and AI
Martha Wells's Murderbot series explores AI, identity, and indifference through a SecUnit's darkly comic perspective. The TV adaptation and Wells's influences from sci-fi literature are discussed.
Science Museum Boycott: BP, Adani Sponsorships Protested
UK's largest education union backs a boycott of the Science Museum over BP & Adani Green Power sponsorships, citing ethical concerns and links to weapons manufacturing and climate change. Educators protest 'greenwashing'.