Legendary actor Sir Ian McKellen discusses the liberation of coming out, his skepticism toward VR technology in art, and his recent recovery from a stage injury while reflecting on his iconic career.
Following plans to rename the Kennedy Center, President Trump faces backlash as the Washington National Opera departs. The project aims to modernize landmarks despite opposition from Congress and the Kennedy family.
A comprehensive review of new literary works, ranging from the Murdoch media empire and political biographies of Bernie Sanders to memoirs of resilience and explorations of global history and social change.
The NPG removed Trump's original portrait and impeachment text. The White House proposes multiple Trump portraits reflecting 45th/47th terms, challenging curatorial precedent. Sherr's commissioned piece was never shown, highlighting strained relations with Smithsonian.
UK cultural organizations blast government contractor Serco for removing artwork from court custody collections, arguing it undermines rehabilitation efforts for detainees. Experts emphasize art's role in well-being, self-esteem, and reducing reoffending, aligning with human rights. Serco asserts commitment to a safe environment.
A pipe rupture at the Louvre flooded Egyptian history papers and damaged a Meynier painting, sparking employee strikes. Despite prior warnings of weak infrastructure, management claims effective response amidst ongoing concerns about the museum's facility conditions.
Chicago's Intuit Art Museum (IAM) adds 61 works of self-taught art, including 47 from Jan Petry and 14 from Gordon W. Bailey. The museum is also moving to embrace "self-taught" terminology over "outsider art" for inclusivity.
New York's Seller's Residence Museum reveals centuries-old secrets. Chicago's IAM receives 61 works boosting diversity. Centre Pompidou faces a hidden camera scandal. WMF pledges $7M for preservation, while Basquiat and indigenous art exhibitions gain focus.
Rome implements a €2 entry fee for the Trevi Fountain and new museum tickets to manage tourist crowds and fund heritage preservation. Residents remain exempt while coins continue to go to charity.
Explore Akinola and Wale Davies's film 'My Father's Shadow,' a powerful story of two brothers navigating family history and Nigeria's 1993 political turmoil to reclaim their father's legacy.
The art market is at a crossroads, impacted by tech billionaires' disinterest in culture, a shift to other assets, and rising geopolitical instability. Decreased funding and authoritarian politics threaten the arts, even as top-tier sales show resilience amidst global uncertainty.
Cinematographer Dante Spinotti discusses filming the 'Melania' documentary, his friendship with Brett Ratner, and his non-committal stance on related controversies. He shares insights into the White House experience and photographing Melania Trump.
New documents from the Jeffrey Epstein files reveal billionaire Leon Black's vast private art collection, featuring works by Picasso and Michelangelo, and detail his controversial financial ties to Epstein.
A 2024 report details gifts received by US officials, including President Biden's Angolan "Marimba" painting and other art from foreign leaders. Federal employees must report gifts over $480, typically transferring them to national archives or compensating the Treasury.
The Courtauld announces two new contemporary art galleries and a reading room at Somerset House, funded by a £10m gift from the Blavatnik Family Foundation and scheduled to open in 2029.
Explore the artistic legacy of Beryl Cook as two new exhibitions in Plymouth recontextualize her work within the Western art canon, highlighting her influence on LGBTQ history and modern art.
Explore Louise Nevelson's reprised installations, the 'Here: Pride and Belonging in African Art' exhibition focusing on LGBTQ+ artists, and the cultural impact of Iran's protests and internet cut-off, as reported by The Art Newspaper.
