The Artful Codgers, a Celtic FC Foundation project, has an exhibition at Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life in Scotland. The event is free to view and runs until June 9. The artist's determination is reflected in their work, as seen in the crowd of supporters gathered to show their appreciation.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-14564619/Its-Danny-Van-Gogh-Thats-actor-Tony-Roper-describes-Danny-McGrain-Celtic-icon-unveils-artistic-intriguing-exhibition.htmlMethod Man, a member of the Wu Tang Clan, has been revealed as the singer behind the mask of Stud Muffin on The Masked Singer. He will move forward to the quarterfinals alongside two other competitors from Group C, including Mad Scientist Monster and Yorkie.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tv/article-14565563/The-Masked-Singer-unmasks-Stud-Muffin-legendary-rap-music-icon-actor.htmlAndhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has promised efforts to protect the interests of artists and promote the state's cultural heritage at a global level, aiming to showcase its rich cultural diversity internationally.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/andhra-pradesh/cm-naidu-promises-efforts-to-promote-aps-cultural-heritage-at-global-level-1870582Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari has emphasized the importance of theatres as family entertainment points, urging owners to provide quality recreation to people. She stated that theatre owners who violate their undertakings will face disciplinary action and no one is allowed to run a theatre without a licence. The minister plans to conduct surprise visits to theatres across the district to ensure compliance with regulations, while also collaborating with deputy commissioners and district administration to monitor the situation.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1297366-azma-warns-theatre-owners-against-violation-of-undertakingThe Abu Dhabi Festival is set to take place from April 8-29 at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), featuring a diverse lineup of global musical talent. The festival will include performances by renowned artists such as Kodō, Yunchan Lim, Kuniko Kato, Katia and Marielle Labèque, the Korean National University of Arts Symphony Orchestra, Jaewon Wee, Sang Hyeok Park, Augustin Hadelich, and Riley Mulherkar. The festival will also showcase an All-Star Ballet Gala with performances by world-class dancers from top ballet companies.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/lifestyle/2025/04/03/abu-dhabi-fest-to-highlight-50-years-of-uae-japan-tiesTamer Karadağlı, General Director of State Theaters, highlighted Adana's rich cultural heritage, citing its ancient theaters and Roman-era traditions. He emphasized the city's ability to bring artists from around the world to engage with local audiences. Nevgül Bilsel Safkan, General Manager of Sabancı Foundation, stressed that cultural initiatives drive social progress. The city is home to the prestigious "Sakıp Sabancı Lifetime Achievement Award," which recognizes outstanding theater contributions since 2005.
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/international-theater-festival-kicks-off-in-adana-207607The Aral Culture Summit 2025 will be held in Samarkand on April 4, attended by regional and European heads-of-states, as part of the first Global Climate Forum. The summit's programme will continue in Nukus, Karakalpakstan, where a multidisciplinary programme with panel discussions, keynotes, artistic performances, and exhibitions will address environmental regeneration, creative economy, and cultural diplomacy. Chairperson Gayane Umerova of ACDF will announce a preliminary masterplan for the regeneration of Istiqlol, a former amusement park in Nukus, reimagined as a permanent cultural and ecological hub. The summit aims to integrate cultural dialogue with the climate agenda, ensuring the arts contribute to long-term sustainable development.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/aral-culture-summit-2025-uzbekistans-landmark-event-aligning-culture-ecology-and-regional-cooperation-announces-official-programme-302419646.htmlA dissident artist's artwork, "Here and Now", created by Badiucao, has been removed from a Hong Kong billboard as part of an experiment to test freedom of speech in the city. The four-second video work, which critiques China's human rights record, was displayed on a billboard in Hong Kong before being taken down.
https://www.smh.com.au/culture/art-and-design/no-trace-dissident-artist-told-his-work-has-been-removed-from-hong-kong-billboard-20250403-p5lorj.htmlSome designers and organizers are considering replacing Bollywood stars with more professional models to showcase their designs, citing a desire to shift attention from the celebrities to the actual creations. This move is seen as a way to maintain focus on fashion rather than celebrity glamour, particularly in events that are not typically associated with Bollywood's flashy style.
https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/from-kareena-kapoor-to-janhvi-kapoor-how-bollywood-caused-the-death-knell-of-the-supermodels-lakme-fashion-week-x-fdci-2025-13876940.html