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Albany Museum of Art Receives Grant to Celebrate America 250

The museum will commission a mural by artist Shanequa Gay and host a 'Lift Every Voice' concert in 2026.

Law Firm Owner Praises Shen Yun Performance in Providence

Maryann Murphy says everyone should see the divine culture dance show

Obba Babatundé, Queens Native and Acclaimed Entertainer, Honored at Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning

The multi-talented actor and performer is celebrated for his decades-long career in Broadway, film, and television.

Final 'Peanuts' Comic Strip Runs in U.S. Newspapers

The iconic comic series ends after nearly 50 years.

Cornell Composers Showcase Music Exploring Environmental Issues

New library exhibit features works by students, alumni, and faculty addressing nature, ecology, and climate change.

Celebrated Indian Author Arundhati Roy Withdraws from Berlinale Over Jury's Refusal to Comment on Gaza

Roy cited the "unconscionable statements" made by the jury when asked to weigh in on the political situation in Gaza.

Musical 'Bernadette' Aims to Charm Believers and Nonbelievers

The story of Bernadette of Lourdes comes to the stage in a new musical production premiering in the U.S.

Legends on Stage at Bama Theatre's Valentine's Concert

Ronnie McDowell, Billy Blackwood, and Tyler Dean McDowell to perform songs and stories from "The Genuine Elvis" book

13-Year-Old to Sing National Anthem at Bruce Lee Stamp Ceremony

Genelia Lai to perform at event honoring martial arts icon with new USPS Forever stamp

Josiah David Jones Reshapes the Art World Through Valence Projects and F*nk

The curator's pioneering initiatives are creating new opportunities for underrepresented artists in LA and globally.

Contemporary American Theater Festival Seeks Equity Stage Managers for 2026 Season

The festival in Shepherdstown, WV is accepting applications for stage manager and assistant stage manager roles.

Kennedy Center Warns of Staffing Cuts During Renovation Closure

President warns of 'skeletal teams' as two-year renovation begins in July

Aguijón Theater's "Death and the Maiden" Explores Justice and Vengeance

The Spanish-language revival of Ariel Dorfman's play raises timely questions about fascism and accountability.

Kennedy Center Warns of Cuts, 'Skeletal' Staffing During Renovation

Center president says departments will function on a 'much smaller scale' during two-year closure

Kennedy Center Fundraising Struggles Amid Leadership Changes

Concerns raised over exaggerated donor commitments and declining ticket sales under new management.

Kennedy Center Warns of Cuts, 'Skeletal' Staffing During Renovation Closure

Kennedy Center President says departments will 'function on a much smaller scale' during two-year shutdown

Exploring Sisterhood, Belonging, and Inheritance Through Art

A panel discussion on how identity and belonging are shaped through shared experience rather than fixed definitions.

PWHL Celebrates Black History Month with Artist Sophia Yeshi

League commissions Brooklyn-based artist to design vibrant visuals honoring Black culture and community

Mardi Gras Costume Designer Laron Nelson Brings Regal Flair to Carnival Royalty

Nelson's opulent creations, including elaborate feathered collars, adorn New Orleans' Mardi Gras royalty at balls and parades.

Trump's Surprise Kennedy Center Closure Sparks Backlash

Performers and organizations cancel events as the iconic venue faces an abrupt two-year shutdown.

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