Benin's annual arts festival gives centre stage to young designers
Benin's annual International Arts Festival highlights young fashion designers, showcasing their creativity and cultural heritage.
Salzburg Festival: Rightness is never wise
The Salzburg Festival's board has given artistic director Markus Hinterhäuser an ultimatum regarding his future with the festival amid growing tensions.
Flamm arts festival aims to spark interest in unsung Cornish town of Bodmin
The Flamm arts festival is transforming Bodmin into a contemporary art destination this weekend, showcasing various artistic installations and engaging the community.
Theatre company signals final curtain call as funding dries up
The Adelaide theatre company Slingsby announced it will shut down due to funding losses, culminating in its final performances at the Adelaide Festival.
Salzburg Festival: Will he stay?
A memorandum of support from prominent cultural figures bolsters Salzburg Festival director Markus Hinterhäuser amidst tensions with his own board.
A Long Journey Back to My Roots
Lithuanian artist Marijus Tuminas is celebrated for his culturally rich performances across Asia and has received numerous accolades, including a nomination for 'Best Actor' at the IMERETI’24 festival.
New Management in Augsburg: The Brecht Festival Challenges the City Society
The 2026 Brecht Festival in Augsburg focuses on participation and inclusivity under new leadership, but raises questions about maintaining artistic integrity.
"Wasil" in Times of War.. Has Creativity Become the Last Line of Defense for Sudanese People?
The 'Wasil' festival in Port Sudan serves as a platform for artists to continue their work in the face of ongoing conflict, highlighting creativity as a vital form of resistance against despair.
This Year the Viljandi Lights Visual Arts Festival Takes Place for the Fifth Time
The Viljandi Lights Visual Arts Festival is scheduled to take place from February 13 to 15, featuring light installations and a full program of events.
Conti: "Pucci a choice of mine. No interference from the government"
Carlo Conti asserts that his choice of comedian Andrea Pucci for the Sanremo Festival was solely his decision, with no government influence.
Perth festival opens with stories 'of the heart' shared via old red phone
The Perth Festival launched with musical performances and interactive storytelling using a vintage red phone to connect with the community.
Casagrande debuts in theater at the Curitiba Festival; check out the schedule
Walter Casagrande Júnior will perform his first theater monologue 'Na Marca do Pênalti' at the Curitiba Festival, sharing stories from his life without a script.
The Malá inventura Festival will offer theatrical commentaries on society, as well as rollerblading, puppet rap, rave parties, and performative walks
The Malá inventura Festival in Czechia features a diverse program of performances including puppet theatre, dance, stand-up, and even performances that address current social and political issues.
Surajkund Mela is a paradise for shopping lovers, bring these items home
The Surajkund Mela, held annually in Faridabad, Haryana, attracts over a million visitors for its vibrant showcase of traditional arts, crafts, and cultural performances during the first two weeks of February.
ANSWER OF THE WEEK ⟩ Tiina Lokk
Tiina Lokk, creator of the Dark Nights Film Festival, recently received an award for her lifetime achievement in audiovisual arts for bringing Estonian film festivals onto the world stage.
Annual Baltic States Fish Barbecue Championship at the Stint Festival
The Stint Festival in Palanga features a fish and folk arts and culinary heritage fair, alongside the annual Baltic States fish barbecue championship, which this year includes participation from Estonia for the first time.
ACFTA Fest targets 1.5m youth entrepreneurs, $5bn trade
The Africa Connected Through Trade, Talent & Culture Festival aims to empower 1.5 million youth in entrepreneurship and arts while facilitating over $5 billion in trade deals across Africa.
Kikumu Winter Festival canceled this year
The Kikumu Winter Festival, set to take place for the first time on February 20 and 21 at Jäneda, has been canceled, with plans to reschedule it for next year to coincide with the Presidential Trek.
Prestigious artists will showcase their talent in squares and buildings at this light arts event
Barcelona is set to host the 15th edition of the Llum BCN light arts festival from February 6 to 8, transforming light into a primary narrative language over three nights.
A festival introducing Baltic cinema starts in Paris
The CinéBaltique festival, showcasing the film arts of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, takes place in Paris from February 5 to 8 and includes a tribute to Leida Laius.
1926: Young and talented actress Dulcina de Moraes prepares her festival
Eighteen-year-old actress Dulcina de Moraes is organizing her theater festival at Theatro Sant’Anna in São Paulo, aiming to create a special evening as the leading female figure in Leopoldo Fróes' comedy company.
Estrella Morente: 'El amor brujo' could be the anthem of Spain
Recently awarded the Gold Medal for Merit in Fine Arts, Granada singer Estrella Morente will perform with a symphony orchestra on January 24 and 25, paying tribute to Falla at the International Music Festival of Canarias, which she describes as 'an act of peace' bridging musical genres and generations of audiences.
Snapshots in January: Images of the Day
The article highlights significant events in January, including flooding from King Tides in California, a traditional arts festival in Chennai, India, and the thrilling start of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia.