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June 10, 2025

Shakespeare in the Parks Brings Bard to Big Sky Country

Shakespeare in the Parks brings classical works to rural areas, making theater accessible to communities in Montana, fostering a connection between the arts and local communities through its dedication to sharing Shakespeare's love with audiences.

https://www.montanarightnow.com/montana/shakespeare-in-the-parks-brings-performances-to-montana-stages/article_ab33e20e-cc67-4dc9-a52d-468bbd4168d4.html

Art
June 10, 2025

Shakespeare in the Parks Brings Culture to Rural Montana

Shakespeare in the Parks brings classical works to rural areas in Montana, making theater accessible to underserved communities. The company's efforts foster a connection between arts and local populations through its performances.

https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/shakespeare-in-the-parks-brings-performances-to-montana-stages/article_f97bb518-7099-58b2-bdc2-2deaa4cd5d2c.html

Art
June 9, 2025

Cynthia Erivo Channels Annie in Red Gown at Tonys

Cynthia Erivo's performance at the 2025 Tony Awards was a highlight of the evening, with her original song "Sometimes All You Need Is a Son" showcasing her impressive vocals and clever references to nominated Broadway shows. The actress, who is also hosting the event, wore a sparkly red dress that sparked speculation about its design inspiration. Fans noticed a resemblance between the ensemble's red gown and Annie's iconic red dress, leading them to theorize that it was a nod to the classic musical.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14792791/cynthia-erivo-tony-awards-dress-annie.html

Art
June 9, 2025

Donatello Bust Sparks Czech Republic Controversy

The Czech Republic is at odds over a Renaissance-era bust attributed to Donatello, a renowned artist from the 15th century. The bust was discovered in a museum by Italian art historian Herucova in 2019 and sparked controversy when Culture Minister Martina Simkovicova decided to remove it due to security concerns. Critics argue that the bust requires expert conservation and research to confirm its authenticity. The bust has a complex history, having been looted from a family's home after World War II and later moved to a museum in Slovakia, where it was attributed to an unknown 19th-century artist. Herucova believes the bust is genuine Donatello work but hopes for further research to confirm this.

https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/bust-attributed-to-donatello-splits-slovakia/article_a8cd3f5d-2a75-590c-a9da-f5e06ea02db0.html

Art
June 9, 2025

Frida Kahlo Diary Pages Stolen by Museum Trust

A former director at the Diego Rivera Anahuacalli and Frida Kahlo museums in Mexico City, Hilda Trujillo Soto, has accused the trust that oversees both museums of mismanagement and negligence. She claims six pages from Frida Kahlo's diary and over a dozen works were stolen and sold to private collectors in the US between 2009 and 2013. The Institute of Fine Arts and Literature (INBAL) has denied issuing permits for permanent exports of Rivera or Kahlo's works, but did not address Trujillo Soto's allegations directly.

https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/09/alleged-frida-kahlo-works-missing-mexico-city-museum

Art
June 9, 2025

Hamilton Cast Reunites at Tony Awards Ceremony

The original cast of Lin-Manuel Miranda's hit musical "Hamilton" reunited on stage for a special performance at the Tony Awards, marking a historic moment for the show. The cast included Leslie Odom Jr., Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Phillipa Soo, who played key roles in the original Broadway production. The reunion was a nod to the show's enduring popularity and its impact on the theater world.

https://www.koat.com/article/hamilton-original-cast-tony-awards-10th-anniversary/65004888

Art
June 9, 2025

Jewish Heritage Concert at the Hollywood Bowl

A concert celebrating Jewish musical heritage featured violinists Julia Mirzoev and Russell Iceberg, violist Cynthia Blanchon, cellist Braden McConnell, and JPL Executive Director Alain Dancyger, performing renditions of works by notable artists including Mendelssohn, Erwin Schulhoff, Leonard Cohen, and George Gershwin.

https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/cohen-in-the-city-episode-184-the-myriade-string-quartet-charms-jpl-audience/article_2703f73b-2b2c-5577-bb1d-a768890281db.html

Art
June 9, 2025

Kiiras Debuts with KILL MA BO$$ EP Showcase

Kiiras held a showcase at the Ilchi Art Hall in Gangnam District, southern Seoul, to promote its debut EP "KILL MA BO$$. The group, composed of Roah, Harin, Doyeon, Kylie from Korea, Kurumi from Japan, and LingLing from Malaysia, showcased their music.

https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-06-09/entertainment/kpop/Kiiras-aims-for-live-reputation-with-debut-EP-KILL-MA-BO/2325935

Art
June 9, 2025

Korean Theater Gains Global Acclaim Slowly

Korean theater is gaining international recognition with the success of "Maybe Happy Ending," according to Song Seung-whan, executive artistic director of PMC Production and producer of "Nanta." Director Hwang Dong-hyuk, known for his hit series "Squid Game," expressed excitement over this development.

https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-06-09/entertainment/musicPerformance/Korean-musical-Maybe-Happy-Ending-wins-six-Tonys/2325828