Biennale in turmoil, 22 European countries against Russia's participation: 'Unacceptable'
Twenty-two European countries, including Ukraine, have urged the Venice Biennale's leadership to reconsider Russia's participation in the upcoming art exhibition.
Political Crisis at the Berlinale: Accusations of 'Genocide', Urgent Response from the German Government
The Berlinale has been rocked by a political crisis after severe accusations were made against Israel and Germany during the festival, prompting an urgent meeting by the German government to discuss the leadership of the festival.
Ali Khamenei mastered the art of pitting his enemies against each other
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei of Iran, a skilled political strategist, faced unprecedented challenges to his leadership amid military pressures from the US and Israel.
Director of the Salzburg Festival: "I am not up for such deals"
The future of Markus Hinterhäuser as the director of the Salzburg Festival is uncertain following strained relations with the festival's governing board.
Marko Daniel will leave the direction of the Miró Foundation in June
Marko Daniel will conclude his role as director of the Joan Miró Foundation in Barcelona in June 2024, after serving since 2018.
Elvira Dyangani Ose will stop directing the Macba in April before her term ends
Elvira Dyangani Ose will resign as the director of the Macba in April due to a conflict of interest with her new role at the Abu Dhabi Public Art Biennale.
Elisabeth Hjorth: Do we really need Lars Strannegård's charisma?
Elisabeth Hjorth discusses whether society still needs charismatic leaders like Lars Strannegård, highlighting the importance of art and folk education.
Museum Fürstenfeldbruck: Female Perspective on the City
The Museum Fürstenfeldbruck celebrates its 35th anniversary, highlighting its female leadership and focus on the town's history through exhibitions.
What the Stoic Phrase by Seneca Means: "The first art that those who aspire to power must learn is to be able to endure hate"
The article discusses Seneca's stoic perspective on the emotional costs of power, emphasizing that criticism and hatred are inevitable for leaders.
They are doughnuts; people are criticizing Opava for not providing the square for a model of a Russian drone
Residents are expressing frustration towards the Opava leadership for their refusal to allow a public square to showcase a model of a Russian drone.
Lokk: One should leave when it's fun, not when everyone expects your death
Tiina Lokk reflects on her leadership of the PÖFF film festival, emphasizing that one should leave at their peak rather than in decline.
The concert hall "Gors" will be led by composer and musicologist Ilona Rupaine
The local government announced that under Rupaine's leadership, "Gors" has successfully maintained its course in providing high-quality artistic services to the public and ensuring a consistent cultural offering for the residents of Latgale and Latvia.
Theatertreffen 2026: On War, Polarization, and Precarity
At a press conference, the Berlin Festival's leadership and jury announced the ten plays invited to the Theatertreffen 2026, amid protests from theater staff emphasizing the need to recognize art as labor.
The Helga de Alvear gallery will definitively close 'imminently' once its inventory is completed
The Helga de Alvear gallery in Madrid is set to close permanently after struggling with leadership and continuity issues since the owner's death.
"Consolidation" by Šimkovičová and Machala is ongoing since their appointment
The article discusses the ongoing consolidation in the culture sector under the leadership of Martina Šimkovičová and Lukáš Machala, highlighting the long-standing financial and staffing inadequacies within cultural institutions in Slovakia.
The Difficult Art of Effectively Motivating Employees: The Goal Must Gently Disturb
This article discusses the importance of effective goal-setting in motivating employees and the role of leaders in identifying appropriate goals.
The competition for the director of the Dubrovnik Summer Games is repeated, until then led by Ivona Šimunović
The Mayor of Dubrovnik, Mato Franković, has announced a re-competition for the position of director of the Dubrovnik Summer Games, with Ivona Šimunović appointed as the acting director until the new selection is completed.