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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"We All Have a Fractured Life": The Actor Who Portrayed Perón and Today Plays a Poet with a Tragic End

Osmar Núñez discusses his performance centered on the life of Federico García Lorca, revealing personal insights into his family life as well.

Mar 23 • 09:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

In Kinshasa, the giant puppets leave their festival

The second edition of the International Performing Arts Festival "Série 7" in Kinshasa showcased various art forms, emphasizing environmental issues through performance art.

Mar 22 • 23:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

On stage, she is a strict teacher and a nun with a whip. Burlesque performed even in a senior home

Zorya Blue, a burlesque performer, shares insights about the art form, emphasizing the importance of energy and charisma over elaborate costumes.

Mar 22 • 13:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Former police officer acquitted of desecrating state symbols

A former police officer was acquitted of charges related to desecrating the Lithuanian coat of arms after a court found he did not act with malicious intent but rather aimed to create a performance art piece.

Mar 20 • 15:06 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

She is close to dying of anger over the adoption

The article discusses a performance piece that combines personal emotion with a critique of the adoption industry, reflecting wider societal discussions.

Mar 19 • 12:36 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Carla Sehn Shines in Original and Chaotic Art Scam Drama

Carla Sehn delivers a remarkable performance in a film about a cleaner posing as an art benefactor, revealing themes of class, power, and identity.

Mar 19 • 08:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Alicia Framis, artist: 'If nuns marry God, who has no body, why can't I marry an AI?'

Artist Alicia Framis claims to be the first woman to marry an artificial intelligence named Ailex, exploring the realities and implications of such a partnership in her life and work.

Mar 19 • 07:50 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The puppets conquering the world find themselves with an empty and flat head

The marionettes at Teatro Gerolamo in Milan remind audiences that puppetry is not merely entertainment but a profound art form as they come to life in a new performance.

Mar 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Irresistible Animals and Plants Represented by Ingela Ihrman

Ingela Ihrman, awarded DN's culture prize 2024, is featured in a significant exhibition at Bonniers Konsthall showcasing her transformative performances and films.

Mar 18 • 11:06 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Review. Solar Flare, Steam Iron, and Human Warmth

A review of the upcoming performance 'Victory Over the Sun' showcasing a collaboration of various artists and productions.

Mar 18 • 09:59 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Johhan Rosenberg's play 'Öömaaeg' premieres at Von Krahli Theatre

The play 'Öömaaeg' directed by Johhan Rosenberg will premiere on April 8 at Von Krahli Theatre in collaboration with Elektron.art.

Mar 18 • 09:48 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

The Naked Truth About Algorithms and Mart Kangro's Beautiful Body

The article discusses Mart Kangro's performance in the play 'Medium,' where he performs largely in the nude while skillfully concealing his modesty.

Mar 18 • 09:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Unexpected decision by Lion Ceccah before 'Eurovision': Lithuania will experience this for the first time

Lion Ceccah, representing Lithuania at Eurovision 2023 with the song 'Sólo Quiero Más', introduces a groundbreaking stage sculpture designed to collapse dramatically during his performance.

Mar 18 • 08:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The artist brutally addresses sexual violence in her performance: takes anesthetic drops and falls unconscious

Carolina Bianchi's performance challenges both herself and the audience by addressing violence against women through a radical act of taking anesthetic drops and falling unconscious on stage.

Mar 17 • 18:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

When hockey becomes art. Pastrňák thrilled the NHL with a beautiful deke. Zacha also scored

David Pastrňák and Pavel Zacha contributed to the Boston Bruins' performance in an NHL game against the New Jersey Devils, with Pastrňák scoring twice and Zacha once in a close overtime loss.

Mar 17 • 05:33 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

In the City Tips: Cat Imitation, Clairvoyance and Everything Else You Don’t Want to Miss This Week in Copenhagen

This week's highlights in Copenhagen include the performance festival IPAF featuring queer artistic expressions and various cultural events across the city.

Mar 16 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

"Deriva" celebrates 18 years of Súbita at the Curitiba Festival

The play "Deriva" by the Súbita Theatre Company celebrates its 18th anniversary with performances at the 34th Curitiba Festival.

Mar 16 • 17:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Review: Floating Kiss. Contemporary Ballet Forms on Display in Ostrava

A display of contemporary ballet forms is taking place in Ostrava, highlighting modern interpretations and styles.

Mar 15 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

A diva bowl filled to the brim with drama cream

The article discusses Marina Abramović's performance art, where she explores themes of death by portraying iconic opera singer Maria Callas.

Mar 15 • 09:28 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

It’s like seeing yourself as an 11-year-old singing Whitney Houston into a hairbrush

The article discusses the performance art of Marina Abramović, who explores themes of death and theatricality in her work.

Mar 15 • 09:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Comedian Tatá Mendonça says she suffered sexual harassment after a show in Franca, SP: 'My art is public, my dignity is not'

Comedian Tatá Mendonça reported an incident of sexual harassment that occurred after her stand-up performance in Franca, Brazil, emphasizing the need for respect for artists.

Mar 14 • 20:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Dirty Mary had the audience throwing hula hoops and doing push-ups

The event at Aparaaditehas showcased drag artist Dirty Mary, providing attendees a broader understanding of drag culture and performance.

Mar 14 • 13:13 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Priest and Photographer Criticizes Kuffa for Attempting to Cancel Theater Performance: I Deeply Dislike Censorship

Priest Ľubomír Hajdučik defends artistic expression and critiques censorship related to a canceled theater performance.

Mar 13 • 10:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Performative Art: from Madrid to Buenos Aires, in search of the perfect choreography

Argentinian transdisciplinary artist Matías Umpierrez showcased his new performance "Play" in Madrid, which will be arriving in Buenos Aires in May.

Mar 12 • 21:29 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Opening of the Seoul City Museum in Geumcheon-gu... First Introductions on a Shocking Performance Stage

The new Seoul City Museum, located near the Geumcheon-gu Office Station, opened with a striking performance rather than a traditional exhibition.

Mar 12 • 08:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Shocking performance. The artist wanted to highlight the pollution problem of the Thames

Zack Mennell, a controversial British performance artist, staged a unique performance on the Thames to draw attention to its pollution, only to fall ill from waterborne diseases shortly after.

Mar 11 • 12:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The winning comparsa of the Cádiz Carnival moves in ‘La revuelta’ with a plea for public health

The winning comparsa from the Cádiz Carnival gave an emotional performance in ‘La revuelta’, advocating for public healthcare.

Mar 11 • 08:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Cabaret of Human Life. Continuo Theatre Will Present a Production with Seniors

The Continuo Theatre will premiere a unique performance involving seniors, exploring the narratives of human life.

Mar 10 • 12:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Signboard Artwork 'Forest of Roses' Left by the Experimental Art Pioneer Jeong Chan-seung, Painting Motels in His Home Country

The article discusses the legacy of Jeong Chan-seung, a pivotal figure in Korean experimental art, whose works and life were marked by challenges during the military dictatorship in South Korea.

Mar 10 • 08:46 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

REVIEW: But do you belong to the forest people?

Ene-Liis Semper's action 'Where are you?' is reminiscent of impactful societal events, drawing a connection to the significant theater performance 'Unified Estonia Grand Assembly'.

Mar 9 • 15:06 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

This trip to Greece stretches over thousands of years

Gunilla Heilborn's performance 'Works and Days' at Dansens Hus explores themes from Odysseus to Nansen through a mix of memories, literature, dance, and song.

Mar 9 • 08:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Theater: Holy Devil

The premiere of 'Master and Margarita' at the Munich Kammerspiele showcases a unique theatrical experience where an actor waits for a tram, reminiscent of a pivotal scene in Michail Bulgakov's novel.

Mar 8 • 16:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

We are all animals. The opulent show with 40 artists The Human Zoo enchants and screams

The ambitious project 'Human Zoo – Gospel Anarchy' at the newly renovated Nová spirála features a vibrant performance exploring individuality and collectivism with 40 artists, including notable names like Matěj Ruppert and Hana Holišová.

Mar 8 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Everyone has their own 'Viltvārdis': Reflections on Reinis Boter's Mono Performance

The article reflects on the themes and artistic expression of Reinis Boter's mono performance 'Viltvārdis', exploring the significance of a critic's perspective on how performances are perceived differently by individuals.

Mar 7 • 08:39 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Dramaturg Matīss Gricmanis: The reaction to the performance 'Order No. 2' sheds light on the problems of Latvia's political environment

Dramaturg Matīss Gricmanis discusses the relevance of the performance 'Order No. 2' in highlighting political issues in Latvia.

Mar 6 • 08:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Laia Estruch, the fire of performance: "Some people laugh uncontrollably and I am not offended at all. Others cry"

Laia Estruch showcases her new exhibition during the ARCO week in Madrid, emphasizing audience interaction over her own performance.

Mar 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

In April at LNDT’s Great Hall – the first drama play by Karolis Kaupinis

The play depicts a group of theater creators attempting to revive a legendary performance while grappling with personal and artistic struggles.

Mar 5 • 15:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Contemporary Art that Leaves Nothing but Your Memory, Tino Sehgal

Tino Sehgal's first solo exhibition in South Korea, held at the Leeum Museum in Seoul, features live performances that engage audiences through dance and movement, creating a unique art experience.

Mar 5 • 09:29 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Mozart with meatballs, in an Ikea: how opera is facing its existential crisis

An innovative opera performance takes place in an Ikea store, blending classical art with contemporary settings.

Mar 4 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

March 8 at Nuvola: photographic exhibition "Women for Women Against Violence" and "Concert for Women" - Free entrance

EUR SpA is hosting a series of events in celebration of International Women's Day at the Nuvola di Fuksas, featuring an art exhibition, performance, and concert dedicated to women.

Mar 3 • 16:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Magda Mavrogianni: '...The beauty was within her...'

A musical-theatrical performance based on the life of Nelly's Seraiadari is set to bring to life her remarkable artistic journey at the Olympia Theatre in Athens.

Mar 3 • 07:46 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Fashion-Performance-Dance event brings fashion to a sacred space

A fashion-performance-dance event will take place at the Tartu Jaani Church on June 11, featuring a unique dialogue between imaginative fashion and the historical setting.

Mar 2 • 12:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

SEX, STORY, ROCK AND ROLL: Semi-naked women on stage and a condom as a ticket to the dressing room. These were the Rockbitch concerts

The article discusses the provocative performances of the band Rockbitch, highlighting their unique style and controversial themes.

Feb 28 • 16:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Tony Pitony case, the politically incorrect that becomes an ironic song

Tony Pitony, a social media phenomenon, made a notable appearance at the Sanremo Music Festival, sparking curiosity and debate about his persona and artistic style.

Feb 28 • 05:29 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

TonyPitony, who is the masked provoker that divides Italian pop

Tony Pitony is a divisive figure in the Italian pop music scene, showcasing a blend of technical skill and provocateur theatricality.

Feb 27 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Brazilian artist Carla Chaim debuts with a solo exhibit at MACBA

Brazilian artist Carla Chaim debuts her solo exhibit titled 'Suspension' at the Museum of Contemporary Art (MACBA) in Buenos Aires, showcasing her exploration of the body's physical and symbolic boundaries.

Feb 27 • 15:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Should an opera soloist also be an actor? A conversation with the creative team of the performance 'The Farmer's Honor'

This article discusses the artistic collaboration behind the performance 'The Farmer's Honor' at the Latvian National Opera, emphasizing the importance of acting skills for opera singers.

Feb 27 • 08:36 UTC
🇦🇷 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

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