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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

7 recommended art and culture events for this week

This article highlights seven recommended cultural and art events taking place in Buenos Aires from February 26 to March 4.

Feb 26 • 18:22 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The premiere of a performance at Tartu Uues Teater that the audience cannot see

A new immersive performance at Tartu Uues Teater invites audiences to experience the story of a hero without the use of sight, requiring them to wear blindfolds.

Feb 26 • 16:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Spectacle Judgement of the Symbolic Murder of Poet Wislawa Szymborska

A performance art piece titled 'Projeto Wislawa' explores the symbolic trial of the late Polish poet Wislawa Szymborska, examining the themes of violence and intolerance in contemporary society.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Henrik Kalmet: The theme of the concert-performance 'Where Are You?' is major decisions in Estonia

Henrik Kalmet discusses the upcoming concert-performance 'Where Are You?' by Ene-Liis Semper, which focuses on significant decisions facing Estonia.

Feb 25 • 12:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From Eva Braun to Abramovic

The performance 'Qualcosa ci sta sognando' by Manuela Gandini is set to take place at Galleria San Fedele, exploring deep themes from the 20th century through a hybrid format of art and critical thought.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Roving performers to catch 'audiences unaware' with magic at WOMADelaide

The Melbourne physical theatre ensemble Born in a Taxi will bring unique roving performances to WOMADelaide, showcasing the evolution of street art over the years.

Feb 25 • 00:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The 'Rocky' of the Alternative Circuit: Uranist Saros, a Celebration-Performance That Continues to Add Functions and Is a Hit Among Its Fans

The Uranist Saros has emerged as a standout success within Argentina's alternative theater scene, continuing to extend its run as it gains popularity among audiences.

Feb 24 • 20:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

It's Never Too Late to Change Your Life. Daniela Špinar Presented The Portrait of a Lady

Czech actress Daniela Špinar discusses the themes of change and personal growth in her latest performance.

Feb 23 • 14:44 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

How I Went to the Masterpiece and Was Disappointed, or Wilson – 0, Troitskis – 1. Review of Theater Shows

The article reflects on an unexpected disappointment experienced by the author during a theater performance directed by renowned artist Wilson.

Feb 23 • 10:58 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Falling and then getting back up, a lesson in life

This article reflects on the emotional impact of performances beyond their technical merits or public reception.

Feb 22 • 23:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"The Development is not an Evaluation." Colleagues Remember Deceased Artist Miervaldis Polis

Miervaldis Polis, a prominent figure in Latvian art, is remembered for his innovative contributions and impactful public performances following his death.

Feb 22 • 17:56 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"The Progress is Currently Undervalued." Contemporaries Remember the Deceased Artist Miervaldis Polis

Miervaldis Polis, a notable figure in Latvian art, is remembered for his innovative contributions from the 1970s onwards, particularly in photorealism and performance art.

Feb 22 • 17:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Beck: Labrović is obsessed with impurities and bodily excretions, and Kekin is an oxymoron

Boris Beck critiques the performance art of Siniša Labrović while discussing the value of kindness and civility in communication during Lent.

Feb 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Artist Miervaldis Polis Has Passed Away

Miervaldis Polis, a significant figure in contemporary Latvian art, has died, leaving behind a legacy of innovative contributions to visual arts and performance.

Feb 21 • 16:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Carnival Women... Under the Aim of Cristina García Rodero: "They Contribute Criticism with Finely Crafted Lyrics"

The article highlights the performance of women at Cádiz Carnival who use humor and art to critique traditional gender roles.

Feb 20 • 23:10 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Morakana, a studio that merges art, science, and technology

Morakana is an art studio founded in New York that intersects art, science, and technology through experimentation with biological and technological systems.

Feb 19 • 20:47 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

The drawing that awakens consciousness through the gaze of Rocío Hoffmann and Bad Bunny’s musical revolution

Mexican artist Rocío Hoffmann describes her inspiration from Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance, creating a compelling visual tribute that challenges societal norms.

Feb 19 • 20:14 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Raudsepp: Playing Comedy is Like Preparing for a Sporting Performance

Director Peeter Raudsepp compares the art of comedy performance to preparing for a sports event, highlighting the skills demonstrated by student actors in their production of 'Everything is Jokk, Madam Minister' at Rakvere Theatre.

Feb 19 • 16:54 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Each and Every One Functions in a Fun Performance

The Nørrebro Theatre in Denmark has received acclaim for its performance 'Bambi is Back', which has resonated with audiences and highlights the challenges of being a new mother in Copenhagen.

Feb 19 • 11:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Theater: Dragged from the Stage

During the premiere of the play 'Catarina or About the Beauty of Killing Fascists' in Bochum, Germany, audience members disrupted the performance, raising questions about the limits of protecting democracy.

Feb 17 • 15:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Circus Breaks with Childhood: 'This is Much More than Surprise and Illusion'

A Madrid festival challenges conventional family-oriented circus performances, pushing for recognition as a unique form of contemporary artistic expression.

Feb 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Dear Friend: The Dialogue Between a Poet and a Singer Against the Background of Milan

A theater performance titled 'Caro amico' explores a dialogue about love and loss in the context of Milan, blending poetry and music in a unique sensory experience.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Leïla Ka's viral dance remains anecdotal

Leïla Ka's viral dance performance, 'Maldonne', showcases powerful moments but ultimately remains a simple visual collage rather than a profound artistic experience.

Feb 15 • 16:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Culture in the Swimming Pool: When Sound Art Meets Water

A unique concert experience took place in Ebersberg, Germany, where attendees enjoyed a performance in a swimming pool, blurring the lines between traditional concert settings and unconventional art.

Feb 15 • 10:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Paradoxical Power of Artist Lee Bul, Envying ‘the Will to be Vulnerable’

The article discusses the provocative and boundary-pushing performances of South Korean artist Lee Bul, who challenges societal norms and engages with the themes of femininity, vulnerability, and decay in her work.

Feb 15 • 07:14 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

Questioning a World Dominated by Brain and AI: Performance by the Physical Expression Art Group 'Taihen' of People with Disabilities

The performance by the Osaka-based physical expression art group 'Taihen' challenges societal perceptions of human existence in a world increasingly controlled by brains and AI.

Feb 14 • 02:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnabonde will honor the Santista Chorões and will have prohibitions; check out the details of the block

The Carnabonde, a traditional carnival block in Santos, Brazil, will honor the Santista Chorões on Saturday, featuring a parade and a performance by the Zago Art Show band.

Feb 13 • 22:37 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Maids of the Apocalypse: the defiant body

The article discusses the impact of the Chilean performance art collective 'Yeguas del Apocalipsis' and their controversial performances against historical injustices in Latin America.

Feb 13 • 20:50 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Mr. Gwyn and the Architecture of Attention in a Fast-Paced World

The article discusses a theatrical performance based on Alessandro Baricco's novel, which emphasizes the importance of slowing down in our fast-paced environment.

Feb 13 • 20:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

It is #FAKE that a photo shows Lady Gaga eating human flesh on Epstein's island; the record depicts the singer interacting with a work of art

A social media post falsely claims to show Lady Gaga eating human flesh on Jeffrey Epstein's island, while the image is actually from an art performance.

Feb 13 • 15:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

Celebration of Sport and Art in Motion: Cirk La Putyka Presents St.art

Cirk La Putyka's new performance, St.art, explores the shared discipline and mental challenges of athletes and artists, reflecting on their journeys toward achieving excellence.

Feb 13 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Nadav Lapid navigates between risky and embarrassing ideas in 'Yes'

The film 'Yes' by Nadav Lapid explores themes of human dignity through the chaotic lives of a performance artist couple.

Feb 11 • 16:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

From Mar del Plata to Art Basel: Argentinian Lux Valladolid questions free will

Lux Valladolid's performance at Art Basel 2025 highlights themes of free will and the intersection of reality and gaming.

Feb 10 • 12:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Pole dance at nearly 6000 meters? Dancer twisted on Chilean volcano

A dancer performed pole dance at an altitude of almost 6000 meters on a Chilean volcano, showcasing an unusual blend of art and extreme sports.

Feb 10 • 05:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

All Good!

The article discusses how art, particularly music, transcends its boundaries to convey powerful social and political messages, highlighting Bad Bunny's performance during the Super Bowl as an example.

Feb 10 • 05:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kyung Hee Cyber University Cultural Arts Management, 'Realizing the Social Value of Art through Recitation'

Kyung Hee Cyber University's Department of Cultural Arts Management is set to hold a recitation performance titled 'Reading Care' to explore the social value of art, taking place over two weeks in February 2025.

Feb 9 • 01:34 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Once they continued into the night. Where does the actor go after the performance today?

The article explores the after-show routines and reflections of contemporary performers compared to past traditions.

Feb 8 • 20:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Streaming: Is it real?

Nathan Fielder's unique approach to reality television blurs the lines between comedy, social experiment, and performance art, leaving audiences questioning the authenticity of his work.

Feb 8 • 11:39 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Residenz Theater Munich: Munich Exile

The article explores a theatrical performance titled 'Munich Exile' that reflects on Munich's cultural identity and longing.

Feb 7 • 14:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Beautiful when dancing kings take to song

The article critiques the merging of disparate works in the Göteborgsoperan's performance 'Past the point,' which features dancing royalty and hip-hop in baby costumes.

Feb 7 • 14:14 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

PHOTO A performance by Saša Broz that connects the unconnectable, natives and newcomers

Saša Broz's performance explores the connections between natives and newcomers in an artistic context.

Feb 7 • 13:21 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Ceremonial when Mindy Drapsa received a royal medal

Mindy Drapsa was honored with the King's Medal by King Carl XIV Gustaf for her significant contributions to performance art in sign language during a ceremonial event at the Royal Palace in Stockholm.

Feb 6 • 12:51 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

DeWalt Point. Kristina Normani's Viewpoint at Kanuti Gildi Saal

The performance of Kristina Normani's 'DeWalt Point' at Kanuti Gildi Saal left a lasting impression on the audience, yet the author felt disconnected from the themes presented.

Feb 6 • 09:48 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Michieletto and Livermore write the lyrics of the future

Mezzo-soprano Cecilia Bartoli performed a rigorous rehearsal ahead of her opening ceremony concert at the Olympics, showcasing her commitment and groundbreaking career achievements.

Feb 6 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

About the challenges and enduring passion for theater, young director A. Gornatkevičius says: 'It draws you back no matter what'

Young director A. Gornatkevičius reflects on the challenges and his unwavering passion for theater, emphasizing how his early experiences have shaped his career and connection to the stage.

Feb 5 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

On the big stage – from the fourth grade: this is how LNOBT ballet stars are born

Young dancers, despite school cancellations due to severe cold, are rehearsing for 'Arlekin's Millions' and showcasing their talent alongside their performance in 'Don Quixote.'

Feb 5 • 12:49 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Live at 3 PM: Forum "Concert Organization as an Inseparable Part of Interpretive Art"

A public forum discussing concert organization as a vital component of interpretive art will take place at Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre on February 5th from 3 PM to 5:30 PM.

Feb 5 • 06:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

‘SOLAZ’, a performance that breaks complexes and calls for unity during Art Week

The performance ‘SOLAZ’ features an energetic dancer moving among an audience, encouraging a sense of unity and expression amidst the electronic beat during Art Week.

Feb 5 • 00:43 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Nicola Constantino: 'Repeating oneself, preserving a style, is the great disease of contemporary art'

In an interview, Argentine artist Nicola Constantino discusses her return to Spain for the 'Madrid Fusión' gastronomic festival and critiques the stagnation in contemporary art.

Feb 4 • 23:09 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Director about Live Sex Theater: 'Theater is always a kind of voyeurism'

Ruby Rawson discusses her queer feminist interpretation of the traditional live sex theater, aiming to blend theatrical moments with humor and performance art.

Feb 4 • 11:57 UTC

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