Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

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Smithsonian Opens Long-Running Exhibit on Filipino American History Ahead of U.S. 250th

A new Smithsonian show uses long-hidden steamer trunks from Stockton’s Little Manila to spotlight Filipino American lives, labor and memory.

#smithsonian, #filipinoamerican, #museum, #laborhistory, #littlemanila

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Smithsonian Opens Exhibit Built From Forgotten Trunks of Filipino American Workers

A new Smithsonian show uses 26 steamer trunks from Stockton’s Little Manila to tell Filipino American stories of labor, migration and erasure.

#smithsonian, #filipinoamerican, #museum, #immigration, #labor

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‘The Queen of Versailles’ Closes Early on Broadway, Highlighting Post-Pandemic Risks

Despite Kristin Chenoweth, Stephen Schwartz and a Times Critic’s Pick, “The Queen of Versailles” shuttered early, exposing Broadway’s tougher math.

#broadway, #musicals, #theater, #kristinchenoweth, #entertainment

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“Zootopia 2” Becomes Disney Animation’s Highest-Grossing Film, Powered by China Box Office

Disney says “Zootopia 2” has earned $1.46B worldwide, topping “Frozen 2” to become the studio’s biggest-ever hit, with China driving much of the haul.

#disney, #boxoffice, #animation, #china, #zootopia2

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Smithsonian's Asian Art Museum Unveils 'Korean Treasures' from Lee Kun-Hee Collection

Explore 1,500 years of Korean art at the groundbreaking "Korean Treasures" exhibition in Washington, D.C.

#koreanart, #smithsonian, #exhibition, #leekunhee, #culturalexchange

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Kochi-Muziris Biennale 2025: 'For the Time Being' Explores Art, Memory, and Identity

The sixth Kochi-Muziris Biennale opens with 66 artists exploring memory and identity in Kochi's historical landscape.

#art, #biennale, #kochi, #contemporaryart

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Louvre Heist and Staff Strike: A Double Blow to the Museum

Louvre thieves made away with €88 million in jewels, sparking security concerns; staff strike looms over working conditions.

#louvre, #heist, #strike, #security, #frenchcrownjewels

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Historic Bayeux Tapestry to be Displayed in UK for the First Time in Nearly a Millennium

The Bayeux Tapestry is set to be displayed at the British Museum in 2026, marking a landmark cultural exchange between the UK and France.

#bayeux, #tapestry, #france, #uk, #culture

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Nnena Kalu Makes History as First Learning-Disabled Turner Prize Winner

Scottish artist Nnena Kalu, honored with 2025 Turner Prize, becomes first learning-disabled winner, marking a milestone in art inclusivity.

#nnenakalu, #turnerprize, #artworld, #inclusivity, #neurodiversity

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Los Angeles Art Scene Shines This December with Diverse Exhibitions

Discover LA's vibrant art exhibitions this December, showcasing both emerging and established talents.

#losangeles, #art, #exhibitions, #culture

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Visa Unveils Global Art Collection for FIFA World Cup 2026

Visa's art collection features global artists celebrating FIFA World Cup 2026, highlighting football's cultural impact.

#fifa, #worldcup2026, #art, #football, #visainitiative

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Jazz Meets Ballet: "The Duke Ellington Nutcracker" Debuts in Austin

Austin hosts "The Duke Ellington Nutcracker," a jazz ballet fusion supporting local arts and social impact, on December 19, 2025.

#austin, #jazz, #ballet, #dukeellington, #arts

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President Trump Hosts 48th Annual Kennedy Center Honors, Breaks Traditional Role

President Trump's active role at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors sparks a blend of politics and the arts.

#donaldtrump, #kennedycenter, #arts, #culture, #politics

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Smithsonian Hosts Landmark Exhibition of Korean Art from Lee Kun-Hee Collection

Explore 1,500 years of Korean art at the Smithsonian's 'Korean Treasures' exhibition. Discover masterpieces from the Lee Kun-Hee Collection.

#art, #koreanculture, #lee-kun-hee, #smithsonian

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NASA+ and Dr. Tom Leighton Honored at 76th Technology & Engineering Emmy Awards

NASA+ wins Emmy for eclipse coverage; Dr. Tom Leighton receives Lifetime Achievement Award at Emmy ceremony.

#emmys, #television, #technology, #nasa