The Louvre Abu Dhabi has unveiled a Juan Luna masterpiece, a Filipino national treasure, as part of its art exhibitions. Nima Nabavi is expanding his geometric art with new tools, while Dubai has launched a scheme to help first-time investors buy properties valued up to Dh5m. The UAE's aviation authority has announced a framework for regulating electric air taxis, and Sharjah will have road closures in place for two months due to Etihad Rail work.
The artworks by Anna Weyant have been feted for their unique style and captivating compositions. Rick Salomon's "Feted 2020" and Roman Family Collection's "Emma 2022" are notable pieces, while "She Drives my Crazy 2022" in the private collection of Marc Jacobs showcases her ability to convey emotions through art. Weyant's use of oil on canvas is also evident in "Wit of the staircase 2020" and "Slumber 2020", which feature intricate details and textures, further solidifying her artistic prowess.
A half-mile stretch of the E84 highway in Fujairah, UAE, has been transformed into a musical experience with rumble strips playing a rendition of Ludwig van Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. The "Street of Music" project, led by Ali Obaid Al Hefaiti, director of the Fujairah Fine Arts Academy, aims to promote the arts through this unique installation.
BTS' RM Showcases Korean Art at National Museum Korea
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The National Museum of Korea is celebrating anniversaries with special exhibits, including a collaboration with China's national museum on a sumuk art exhibition. The museum attributes its recent surge in visitors to the popularity of global Hallyu content expanding into traditional culture. BTS member RM recently posted an artwork from the museum's "Art of Early Joseon: Masterpieces from the 15th and 16th Century" exhibition, featuring a painting by Yi Am, which drew significant attention.
The 59th Karlovy Vary International Film Festival opened with emotional tributes, honoring Jiří Bartoška's legacy in the opening ceremony directed by the Caban brothers, and premiered a documentary featuring a 2021 conversation between Bartoška and producer Milan Kuchynka.
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) is launching the inaugural "Koro: Linggo ng Musikang Pilipino Chorale Competition" to celebrate Filipino musical heritage. The competition will culminate on August 2, 2025, at the historic Metropolitan Theater in Manila, as designated by Proclamation No. 933, s. 2014.
The Houston Ballet's Japan tour has been well-received, with performances at Tokyo's Bunka Kaikan and upcoming shows in Nagoya's Aichi Prefectural Art Theater. The company's artistic director, Stanton Welch, is showcasing his works "Clear" and "Velocity," as well as pas de deux from "Sylvia," "Sons de l'ame," and "Madame Butterfly."
The Kew Gardens will host a gallery exhibition featuring works by Henry Moore, exploring his responses to the natural world and human impact on ecosystems. The show will include pieces from the Tate and Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts in Norwich, with four of Moore's sculptures displayed at Kew's wild botanic garden in Wakehurst, Sussex, alongside commissioned works by contemporary artists. This exhibition aims to reflect on nature, humanity, and the environment, a theme that resonates particularly now due to its relevance.
Romania's Eco-Friendly Festival for Alternative Culture
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The festival in Romania celebrates nature, crafts, and the impact of small events on social change, attracting Romania's alternative crowd with its unique blend of environmental awareness and artistic expression.