The ArtScience Museum is staging a retrospective on Iris van Herpen's haute couture designs as part of its 2025 programme "Mind and Body: The Art and Science of Being Human". Vice President Honor Hagar sees Van Herpen's work as a perfect fit, citing her ability to bridge the gap between art and science.
https://channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/haute-couture-designer-iris-van-herpen-exhibition-art-science-museum-singapore-5002241K-Ballet Tokyo is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a special performance lineup, including a revival of the classic pirate-themed ballet "Le Corsaire". The company's extended program features a diverse range of productions that showcase its artistic growth and commitment to innovative storytelling.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2025/03/15/stage/k-ballet-tokyo/Award-winning writer and actor Manu Rishi Chadha recently held an interactive session at Actor Prepares, a leading acting school founded by veteran actor Anupam Kher, in Mumbai (Maharashtra). The session provided valuable insights into the art of performance for aspiring actors.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/entertainment/manu-rishi-chadha-conducts-interactive-session-at-anupams-institute-actor-prepares/Indian scholar R K Swamy is a renowned expert in the field of Indian classical music and dance. He has written several books on the subject, including "The Art of Carnatic Music" and "The Dance of India". Swamy was born in 1937 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and began his musical journey at a young age. He has performed with various orchestras and ensembles, and has also taught music at several institutions.
https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/who-is-ranjani-srinivasan-whose-visa-was-revoked-by-trump-administration-10-key-things-to-know-about-indian-scholar-11742003936077.htmlJordanian photographer Tabaah has launched a new book titled "Between Moments", an art-photography collection showcasing modern life within the old walled city of Jerusalem, divided into two parts featuring images in and around the Old City's streets, souqs, and churches, as well as inside the Al Aqsa Mosque complex. The book was crowdfunded by a successful art fundraiser and will donate 100% of its proceeds to Medical Aid for Palestine. Tabaah has also organized an exhibition at Jasmine House until April 6th and plans to launch the book on April 26th in collaboration with Amman-based organizations, while working on several regional projects, including one based in East Asia.
https://www.jordantimes.com/news/local/new-photo-book-between-moments-highlights-jerusalems-old-city-supports-palestinian-aidTefaf Maastricht, the world's largest art and antiques fair, is undergoing significant changes. The fair has appointed its fifth managing director in four years, following controversy, with Dominique Savelkoul stepping down after serving as director of the Mu.Zee museum in Oostende, Belgium. To revamp the event, Tefaf has introduced a new Focus section and reduced the runtime, aiming to attract younger buyers and provide a more focused experience for attendees.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/03/14/ahead-of-game-changing-antiquities-laws-tefaf-maastricht-opens-to-satisfactory-salesUS President Trump has signed an executive order that includes several federal bodies, such as the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars in the Smithsonian Institution, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The order also involves the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness, the Community Development Financial Institutions Fund, and the Minority Business Development Agency. Specifically, the Institute of Museum and Library Services will issue grants to libraries and museums.
https://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2025/03/15/donald-trump-executive-order-voice-of-america-cuts/2011742059525/D-BELL's album "Intersection" combines music with a physical book experience, creating a multi-sensory experience that explores themes of reality, fate, and cultural intersections. The project is a living world built through sound, story, and art, with each element designed to immerse the audience in a deeper connection. Influenced by Eastern philosophy, "Intersection" invites listeners and readers to explore, question, and feel, with hidden meanings and puzzles waiting to be uncovered through multiple listens or readings.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/culture/2025/03/15/read-and-listen-d-bell-tunes-his-book-into-musicThe Russell Auction is part of Western Art Week in Great Falls, Montana, a week-long celebration of art and culture founded by Norma Ashby Smith. The event features original works by cowboy artist Charles M. Russell at various locations, including the Hotel Arvon. This year's auction promises to be the biggest yet, with over 2,000 hotel rooms available for booking, and an itinerary is available on westernartweek.com to help plan the busy schedule.
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