South Korea's 100-year-old Dongchoon Circus Troupe is facing an uncertain future as its head, Park Sae-hwan, expresses concerns that if the circus stops performing, South Korea will lose one of its few remaining traditional performing arts genres. Despite the decline of circuses worldwide, Dongchoon continues to entertain hundreds of spectators with death-defying acrobatic feats and other performances under the big top in Ansan, South Korea.
https://apnews.com/article/south-korea-dongchoon-circus-troupe-e470bca6628ad911d4c01aaf210db46fIn Houston, various events are planned to commemorate Juneteenth. The city's African American Museum will host a "Juneteenth Celebration" with music, food, and historical exhibits. The Houston Symphony Orchestra will perform a special concert featuring African-American composers. Additionally, the City of Houston will hold a "Juneteenth Parade" through downtown, while the Museum District will offer free admission to its museums on Juneteenth day.
https://www.khou.com/article/entertainment/events/juneteenth-houston-2025-events/285-f7e51ef5-6612-4361-8e64-aefbc821842eThe Ipoh Creative Festival aims to revitalize the city's creative landscape by attracting domestic and international tourists, building on successful collaborations in Penang and Kuala Lumpur. The festival will feature live busking performances, art workshops, interactive sessions, pop-up stalls, and a mini orchestra, supporting local entrepreneurs and promoting multicultural participation.
https://www.ipohecho.com.my/2025/06/19/ipoh-restoration-project-vol-1-arts-and-music-festival-set-to-attract-tourists/A new body of work by Swiss artist Julian Charrière will premiere at the Museum of Old and New Art in Tasmania in June 2026, building on his previous exploration of the Anthropocene. This research is informed by materials carrying the imprint of Earth's first atmospheres.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/19/julian-charriere-the-deep-sea-is-a-phantasmagorical-spaceKunsthalle Bern is reopening with a series of exhibitions, including works by Melvin Edwards, Tuli Mekondjo, and Tschabalala Self. The Kunsthalle aims to tackle difficult questions of our times, rather than just showcasing beautiful art. This approach is in line with the legacy of pioneering curator Harald Szeemann, who was celebrated in recent shows at Getty and ICA LA.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/19/renewed-bern-kunsthalle-works-to-reframe-switzerlands-historySaudi Arabia's Lebanese abstract artist, whose work has gained international recognition, is now being showcased at a museum and gallery. Iran has relocated several museum artefacts to a new location following Israeli attacks on cultural sites. The UAE government has announced an Islamic New Year holiday for both public and private sectors.
https://www.thenationalnews.com/arts-culture/2025/06/19/diriyah-art-futures-named-one-of-the-worlds-most-beautiful-museums/Lee Hanurij, a 17-year-old composer, has achieved significant success in music competitions. Born in 2006 and currently studying at Korea National University of Arts, he won the first prize at the Eumak Journal Music Competition (2019) and the Haneum Contest (2019). His talent was further recognized with a grand prize win at the JoongAng Music Concours (2024), followed by a first prize at the Bartók World Competition in Hungary (2024). Most recently, he won the Shin Young Atelier Competition (2025) as a notable achievement.
https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2025-06-19/national/people/Rising-star-Lee-Hanurij-wins-Yumin-Award-earns-praise-from-pianist-Yunchan-Lim/2333331Taylor Swift's collaboration with abstract artist Ellsworth Kelly is a unique experience, as it feels like a world premiere. This was their first joint project, and it marks one of the few times Kelly created work specifically for Pina Bausch, who partnered with Dan Wagoner, a dancer who previously worked with Taylor in the Martha Graham Dance Company.
https://observer.com/2025/06/paul-taylor-dance-company-tablet-churchyard-joyce-theater/Terenzio will deliver a keynote titled "Elevating Experiences Through the Harmony of Art + Science" at an event, exploring the challenges of disconnection, technology's impact, and the importance of prioritizing communities and their stories to create a better environment. As an award-winning experience designer and creative director, Terenzio has delivered innovative experiences for global clients over 25 years, providing motivational approaches that inspire artistic expression and drive business results.
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