A unique cultural centre for theatre, Indian classical music, art, dance, and folk forms is being built in South Bengaluru by Sangamam India, an initiative of the Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives. The 20,000 sq ft space will feature an auditorium seating 270 people, an exhibition hall, and a training centre. Co-founder S.D. Shibulal, formerly CEO of Infosys, aims to bring together artists, artisans, and audiences from across India through Sangamam's events, which include performances, exhibitions, and mentoring.
Sindh Ministers Promote Culture, Community Service
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Sindh's Minister for Culture, Zulfiqar Shah, has announced a series of cultural events to highlight the province's heritage, including special shows and performances at schools, colleges, and theaters. This initiative aims to connect with Sindh's cultural legacy during Independence Day celebrations. Meanwhile, Minister for Energy Syed Nasir Hussain Shah plans to mark the occasion with tree planting, cleanliness drives, blood donation camps, and social action programs, symbolizing public service.
Singaporean Artist Preserves Heritage through Batik Art
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Fathiah, a Singaporean artist, received a scholarship to hone her heritage conservation skills through the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Commonwealth Heritage Skills Training Programme. Her journey into Arabic calligraphy led her to discover her Southeast Asian heritage and batik, an ancient art form from Indonesia. Fathiah's late grandmother, nenek, played a significant role in introducing her to batik, which holds spiritual significance and carries messages of hope and prayers for its recipients. After visiting Surakarta, Indonesia, where her great-grandparents grew up, Fathiah learned traditional batik-making techniques from deaf artist Angga Setiawan. She now sees herself as a cultural bridge, aiming to contribute to Singapore's vibrant art scene by honoring its layered past and promoting multiculturalism.
Stitch Was Originally Designed as a Green Character
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Chris Sanders revealed a surprising fact about Stitch's original design, which was intended to be green rather than blue. The character's design was inspired by Sanders' artwork from art school, created around 15 years before the 2002 animated film.
Sydney Writers' Festival Goes Year-Round at Library
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The Sydney Writers' Festival is set to undergo a major change, shifting from its traditional annual format to a year-round storytelling program at the State Library of NSW. The festival will become a resident company, similar to Opera Australia or the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and will deliver content in a dedicated literature hub. Arts Minister John Graham and State Librarian Caroline Butler-Bowdon have expressed concerns that without paid speaking gigs, professional writing may become unsustainable within 20 years.
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Wax Figures Unveiled Globally
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Madame Tussauds has collaborated with fashion houses like Roberto Cavalli and Versace to recreate iconic looks from Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour, which will be featured in wax figures at Madame Tussauds locations worldwide, including Amsterdam, Berlin, London, and Hong Kong.
The article discusses how dressing according to one's zodiac sign can reveal insights into their personality and style. It suggests that each zodiac sign has unique qualities that shine through in fashion choices. For example, Venus, the planet representing beauty and luxury, is said to influence fashion decisions. The article highlights the connection between astrology and fashion, suggesting that dressing according to one's zodiac sign can be a fun and insightful way to express personality.
The Waldorf Astoria hotel in New York City reopened on July 15 after an eight-year renovation process. The iconic hotel features a grand lobby with a new design, replacing the historic Waldorf Clock, which was once commissioned by Queen Victoria. The Peacock Alley, formerly connecting two separate hotels, now serves as the hotel's breathtaking lounge. The Waldorf Astoria is also famous for its origins as two separate hotels on Park Avenue before merging into one building, and it claims to be the birthplace of the iconic Waldorf Salad.
The city of Aix is celebrating "Cézanne 2025" to honor the Master of Aix, Paul Cézanne, with a series of events and exhibitions at his family's restored country house, Jas de Bouffan. The museum show features 130 works by Cézanne, including his first geometric landscapes and newly discovered murals from his twenties, such as "La Montagne Sainte-Victoire" (1897). Visitors can explore the gardens, studio, and farmhouse, as well as a new public trail leading to the Bibémus quarries that inspired many of his paintings. The exhibition also includes works like "Tall Trees at Jas de Bouffan" (1883) and "The Artist's Father Reading L'Evenement" (1866).