Nicole Scherzinger, a former member of the Pussycat Dolls, has won a Tony Award, defying expectations after struggling in her solo singing career and facing a public feud with composer Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber nine years ago.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-14796235/Nicole-Scherzinger-reveals-eyes-set-career-Hollywood-conquering-Broadway-bagging-Tony-Award.htmlThe fashion industry's association with femininity has been challenged by Sarah Burton's appointment as creative director at Givenchy in September 2024, marking a milestone for the brand's first female leader in its 73-year history. The French luxury house was founded by Hubert de Givenchy in 1952 and is closely linked to Audrey Hepburn, who collaborated with the brand throughout her career. Women like Burton and Hepburn have played significant roles in shaping the industry, challenging norms and redefining aesthetics, leaving a lasting impact on beauty, identity, and innovation that continues to inspire generations of women.
https://channelnewsasia.com/people/creative-directors-women-influential-fashion-designers-figures-5167351Ania Hobson presents her third solo exhibition at SETAREH titled "Bird", featuring paintings that expand on her interest in spatial dynamics, figuration, and environment. The works showcase stylized figures set against vibrant blue and yellow skies with soft, luminous tones, blurring the boundaries between figure and ground. This marks a continuation of Hobson's exploration of nature's influence on characterization, as seen in her previous exhibition "Deep-Rooted" (2023). The new series highlights the emotive power of the sky, now an active subject that carries narrative and personality, reflecting the interconnectedness of nature and its ever-changing atmosphere.
https://www.juxtapoz.com/news/painting/ania-hobson-bird-setareh-duesseldorf/In Kyiv, a powerful sculpture called "Black Cloud" stood in Sofiiska Square before being dismantled, its creator Ukrainian artist Oleksii Sai aiming to evoke the sense of danger hanging over the city. The installation, made from 2.5 miles of inflated black fabric, was located just a few blocks from St. Sophia Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/investigations/russia-ukraine-war-on-the-ground/from-kyiv-to-burning-man-black-cloud-art-display-carries-chilling-messageBranden Jacobs-Jenkins' play "Purpose" is a drawing-room drama that explores hypocrisy and pressure within an accomplished Black family during a snowed-in gathering. The playwright won back-to-back Tonys, including best play revival for his previous work "Appropriate", and the Pulitzer Prize for "Purpose".
https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/tony-awards-laud-android-rom-com-maybe-happy-ending-and-history-making-purpose-210103The China Academy of Art (CAA) has hosted a graduation fashion exhibition featuring 158 graduate collections from its School of Fashion Design, led by Professors Chen Peng, Wang Shuying, Wu Jie, and Hu Nan. This marks the first time CAA has presented its students' works to the public, as part of their "Graduation Exhibition Week", which aims to showcase outstanding talents and promote the academy's integration with external resources.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/metamorphoses--2025-caa-graduation-season-302477522.htmlMuseums in Mexico City are celebrating Frida Kahlo's legacy, with her artwork and culture deeply rooted in the country. A new musical about Frida Kahlo is set to debut on Broadway, developed with permission from her estate. The show promises a "full-throated celebration" of Kahlo's creative spirit. Meanwhile, exhibitions at the Brooklyn Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts Boston are exploring her love of fashion and popular art, or "arte popular".
https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2025/06/10/new-frida-kahlo-museum-mexico-city-casa-roja"Maybe Happy Ending," a South Korean musical, won six Tony Awards at the gala, marking a revival for Broadway after the pandemic slump. Cole Escola and Nicole Scherzinger took home their first Tonys, while Cynthia Erivo hosted the ceremony at Radio City Music Hall.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2025/06/11/entertainment-news/broadway-tony-awards-stage/The event featured special appearances by prominent LGBTQIA+ advocates Ronivin Pagtakhan, Pia Wurtzbach, and Markki Stroem, as well as community icons Raven Heyres, Makki Lucino, John Mark Saga, and Rhap Salazar. A live vocal performance was also given by drag queen Winter, adding to the celebration of equality and inclusivity.
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