Martin Bailey writes about nine unusual locations around the world where Vincent Van Gogh's paintings can be found, including the Hiroshima Museum of Art in Japan, which houses his "Daubigny's Garden" (July 1890).
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/04/04/nine-astonishing-places-to-see-van-goghs-paintingsLives Less Ordinary is an exhibition at Two Temple Place in London that showcases working-class Britain through the lens of talented artists. The show aims to highlight the brilliance of these artists regardless of their background. This is part of a broader effort to re-examine the representation of working-class Britain in the art world, as seen in previous exhibitions such as those by Monster Chetwynd and Gasworks, which has celebrated 30 years of supporting emerging artists like Tania Bruguera and Sonia Boyce.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/04/04/richness-complexity-and-joy-this-london-exhibition-fittingly-varied-celebration-british-working-class-lifeThe 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.htmlCASETiFY has collaborated with legendary creator Takashi Murakami to create a limited-edition ICONS Collection featuring everyday accessories with unique designs, including a personalizable Bounce Carry-On with MR. DOB motifs, ultra-limited white camera rings, three-dimensional AirPods cases, and exclusive phone case danglers. The collection is available for preview on CASETiFY's website and will launch globally on April 11, 2025, offering customers the opportunity to own limited-edition pieces that blend art and technology.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/casetify-unveils-first-look-takashi-murakami-x-casetify-mr-dob-collection-302419639.htmlThe 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.html