Prof. Dr. Shazia Ramzan, Faculty of Arts and Humanities Dean, emphasizes the importance of creativity and artwork in addressing societal issues, suggesting that it can bring optimism to people suffering from nerve strain, providing a permanent source of inner satisfaction and positive solutions to various problems.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40372149/experts-call-for-flourishing-creativity-artworkThe artist Boursier-Mougenot has a strong connection to his surroundings in Sète, a French port city in Occitania. His work is influenced by John Cage and Brian Eno, reflecting his interest in music. The Clinamen installation combines visual and auditory elements, with the basin mirroring the sky visible through the museum's dome.
https://observer.com/2025/07/celeste-boursier-mougenot-clinamen-bourse-de-commerce/In Sai Kung's Old Town, Hebe Law's artisanal craft shop Oelili offers unique, handcrafted items such as bags, lamps, and ceramics made by local Hong Kong-based artists, including herself, which serve as a badge of pride for the community.
https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3317618/how-made-hong-kong-badge-pride-artisanal-craft-shop-oelili?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionMaybe Happy Ending, a short 90-minute play, has resonated with audiences through its unique story, which explores the intersection of Western and South Korean arts and entertainment, leaving a lasting impact on viewers like the author, who found themselves reflecting on the show's significance long after the performance.
https://channelnewsasia.com/commentary/south-korea-egot-maybe-happy-ending-tony-award-entertainment-5228731A new production of 'Pippin' is opening at the Star Theatre in Oceanside, California, featuring a father-son duo, as part of the community theater scene in North County San Diego, running until July 20.
https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/zevely-zone/pippin-at-oceansides-star-theatre/509-0d2c30d9-682f-4eb4-821a-40ba04ac91f1Live Aid concerts held on July 13, 1985, raised over $100 million for famine relief in Ethiopia, with the event simulcast from Philadelphia and London, featuring performances by Queen, The Who, and a Led Zeppelin reunion.
https://whyy.org/articles/live-aid-40-years-later/The WL Productions scavenger hunt will take participants to various theaters in St. Paul, including Pangea World Theater, Ten Thousand Things, Jungle Theater, and the History Theatre. To participate, individuals can sign up online at wlproductions.org and receive an email with details on Friday. Alternatively, they can access a digital map of QR codes or pick up a free printed map at designated locations in St. Paul.
https://www.twincities.com/2025/07/10/hidden-herald-audio-play-scavenger-hunt-st-paul/Sotheby's is showcasing a collection of early computer art from artists such as Javier Sequi, Jean Claude Marquette, and others, offering collectors a rare opportunity to own pieces from the origin story of algorithmic art. The exhibition features works by notable artists including Grace Hertlein, whose untitled piece is part of this "kaleidoscopic snapshot" of early computer art.
https://observer.com/2025/07/auctions-sothebys-algorithmic-art-computer-art-grace-hertlein-collection/The traditional abaya garment in the UAE has evolved into a canvas for creativity and self-expression, particularly among younger generations. Azza Al Ali reports that this change is part of a cultural dialogue, allowing designers to redefine the abaya's style and significance.
https://www.khaleejtimes.com/lifestyle/fashion/uae-designers-redefine-abaya?utm_source=fallback&utm_medium=section-rcmd-api&utm_campaign=trending-inarticle-sitewide