Singaporean artists Hee Suhui, Decadance Co, and Nebulous Niang will showcase their work at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival as part of Singapore Spotlight, a platform to support local talents on the international stage. Led by Lim Shien Hian, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between Singapore's arts scene and global opportunities.
https://channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/singapore-spotlight-edinburgh-festival-fringe-2025-5217861The Bowers Museum in California is hosting an exhibition called "World of the Terracotta Warriors: New Archaeological Discoveries in Shaanxi in the 21st Century" through October 19, featuring over 110 newly uncovered treasures from the Qin Dynasty. The centerpiece of the show are a pair of terracotta chariots, including one with a bronze edge and turquoise images that is considered the most elaborately decorated at the time. Archaeologists discovered this replica in 1980, which took eight years to reconstruct from 70,000 shards dating back 3,000 years.
https://observer.com/2025/07/arts-interview-bowers-museum-curator-tianlong-jiao-world-of-the-terracotta-warriors/The Desire fashion designer exhibition is set to launch at Sandhya Conventions in Gachibowli, Hyderabad on July 3-5, 2025. The event promises to showcase highly anticipated and exotic ensembles from the celebrated fashion brand known for its outstanding and inspiring designs across India.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/lifestyle/grand-launch-of-desire-designer-exhibition-featuring-at-sandhya-conventions-1889241Lea Salonga is a renowned performer celebrated for her iconic roles in "Miss Saigon," "Les Misérables," and Disney's "Aladdin" and "Mulan." The Manila International Film Festival, founded by Tessa Mauricio-Arriola, promotes Filipino talent and excellence in the global film industry.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/07/04/news/national/lea-salonga-to-get-her-star-on-hollywood-walk-of-fame/2142988A 370-acre development by Northcrest, located east of Rogers Stadium, will host cultural and artistic events as part of its construction. The project's executive director, Mitchell Marcus, plans to engage with local arts partners to create programming for the neighbourhoods being built. This "meanwhile use strategy" aims to make the most of the site before it becomes fully developed, allowing for unique events that wouldn't be possible in Toronto without such a large space.
https://thestar.com/news/gta/rogers-stadium-is-here-for-at-least-the-next-five-years-but-will-a-permanent/article_aee72852-650b-4f7b-9e57-443da244784d.htmlA writer with a unique background, this individual is a finalist for the CAPE List and Black List, and made it to the top 10% of the Nicholl Fellowship. They hold an MFA from Northwestern University and studied abroad at LAMDA in London. A graduate of improv groups iO and Second City, they are also a skilled martial artist with a second-degree black belt.
https://deadline.com/2025/07/fox-writers-incubator-2025-fellows-1236449119/The article highlights the potential of public art to drive social change by promoting inclusivity through storytelling and community engagement. By incorporating diverse perspectives and experiences into public spaces, cities like New York's Times Square can become more welcoming and representative of their residents' lives, as seen in the "Uncharted" exhibit featuring works by artists from around the world. This approach can help break down social barriers and foster a sense of belonging among community members, ultimately creating more inclusive communities.
https://observer.com/2025/07/public-art-as-a-tool-for-equity-and-inclusion/Valparaiso University has shut down its campus museum due to a deaccessioning scandal and falling enrollment. The university planned to sell artworks by Georgia O'Keeffe, Childe Hassam, and Frederic Church, valued at up to $15m, which led to a lawsuit and appeals to Indiana state officials.
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/07/03/albright-college-deaccession-art-collection-auctionThe 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.
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