A comprehensive exhibition of Caravaggio's works is currently open at Palazzo Barberini in Rome, featuring 24 pieces from over a decade of his career. The show includes prestigious loans from private and public collections worldwide, with highlights such as the Portrait of Monsignor Maffeo Barberini and Self-Portrait as Bacchus. According to Thomas Clement Salomon, Director of Palazzo Barberini, the exhibition's quality and selection set it apart, showcasing Caravaggio's unique style that captures the human soul with emotional depth. The show has been a huge success, selling 240,000 tickets in just 20 days, drawing visitors from around the world who appreciate Caravaggio's dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, making his work both accessible and engaging.
https://www.euronews.com/culture/2025/04/04/caravaggio-2025-already-selling-out-fast-in-romeThe Filipiniana x Obra exhibit at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) showcases reinterpretations of iconic Filipino national dress, inspired by works of renowned artists such as Leandro Locsin and Jose Joya. The exhibit features collections from winners of prestigious awards, including Peach Garde's gold-winning pieces that pay homage to Locsin's architectural masterpieces, while Bryan Peralta's silver-winning collection captures the simplicity of Joya's visual art style. Ram Silva's bronze-winning work draws inspiration from Fernando Amorsolo's appreciation for rural landscapes, and Windell Madis' award-winning designs reflect Hernando Ocampo's vibrant geometric style.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/04/05/entertainment-lifestyle/life-times/fashion-visual-arts-merge-in-filipiniana-x-obra/2086895The film "2 Moons" is a result of an innovative partnership between Co-Curious and the Powerhouse museum group in Australia. Directed by Fadia Abboud, the screenplay was developed using the multi-writer model by James Elazzi, Gabriel Faatau’uu-Satiu, Andrew Undi Lee, Randa Sayed, and Danielle Stamoulos. The film has received development support from Screen Australia and will be produced by an all-female team led by Annabel Davis, with Fadia Abboud bringing her experience on notable television projects like "House of Gods" and "Four Years Later".
https://deadline.com/2025/04/fadia-abboud-2-moons-house-of-gods-1236358258/The "History Rising from Misis" exhibition is being held at the Adana Museum Complex, where a special installation titled "Sabahçı Kahvesi" will showcase the life of late artist Ferdi Tayfur, an Adana-born artist.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/cultural-road-festival-hits-the-road-in-southern-turkiye-207652The Sydney Morning Herald is highlighting the best new Australian music, featuring artists such as Floodlights and Underneath. Floodlights' album "Widescreen" has been praised for its cathartic rock sound, with standout tracks like "Alive (I Want To Feel)" showcasing the band's energetic style.
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/music/cathartic-rock-and-eshay-rap-at-its-finest-the-best-new-aussie-music-to-hear-20250331-p5lnxi.htmlThe India Art Festival (IAF) has brought together over 250 artists from across India for its second edition in Hyderabad, showcasing more than 3,000 artworks. The festival, which runs until April 6, features works by notable artists such as Jogen Chowdhury, Laxma Goud, Manu Parekh, and Sakti Burman, among others. The event aims to enrich Hyderabad's cultural ambiance and has been described as a "festival of this magnitude" that deserves to become an annual celebration.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/telangana/artists-liven-up-hyderabads-cultural-ambiance-with-their-art-show-1870987Kavya, a musician and multifaceted artist, will premiere her new immersive audio-visual production in April to promote her upcoming EP 'HYPERREAL'. The show is part of her tour across India. Kavya, who will be next seen in Netflix's "The Royals", has developed the theatrical production herself, showcasing her skills as an actor, singer, composer, and producer.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/producer-and-singer-kavya-hyderabad-concert-on-april-20-1870878Mariupol State University, now based in Kyiv, recently honored the winners of the XV Taras Shevchenko International Literary and Language Competition for Pupils and Students with an award ceremony. The event recognized talented young writers from around the world, including Ukraine.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3978042-ukrainian-students-win-31-awards-at-ifest-international-festival-of-science-and-technology.htmlThe Met Gala will be co-chaired by Pharrell Williams, Lewis Hamilton, Colman Domingo, and A$AP Rocky, with LeBron James serving as honorary chair. The event will feature a host committee including Simone Biles, Jonathan Owens, Spike Lee, Ayo Edebiri, Janelle Monáe, André 3000, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and other artists and celebrities. During cocktail hour, guests can explore an exhibit featuring exquisite tailoring and historical artifacts like a restored horse jockey uniform from the 1830s.
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