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Broadway Legend Tommy Tune Donates Archive to University of Houston
Broadway legend Tommy Tune and his sister Gracey donated over 50,000 items, including costumes, scripts, and personal letters, to the University of Houston, preserving his legacy and Broadway history for future generations.
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Bruno Mars Announces Romantic Tour with Stadium and Special Stops
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
Bruno Mars announced his first major stadium tour in a decade, The Romantic Tour, launching April 10 in Las Vegas and supporting his upcoming album 'The Romantic' set for release on February 27, with support from Anderson .Paak and other artists, and tickets available from January 15.
David Bowie's Childhood Home to Open to the Public After Restoration
Originally Published 3 days ago — by BBC
David Bowie's childhood home in Bromley, London, will be opened to the public as an immersive experience in late 2027, showcasing his early life and creative beginnings, supported by a £500,000 grant and public fundraising, to celebrate his legacy and inspire future generations.
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie mourns the loss of her young son
Originally Published 3 days ago — by BBC
Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is devastated after the death of her 21-month-old son Nkanu Nnamdi, who passed away following a brief illness, prompting condolences from public figures and her fans worldwide.
Authors Boycott Adelaide Festival Over Palestinian Author Controversy
Originally Published 3 days ago — by Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Authors including Michelle de Kretser and Melissa Lucashenko are boycotting Adelaide Writers' Week in protest of the festival's cancellation of Palestinian Australian author Randa Abdel-Fattah's appearance, citing censorship and anti-Palestinian racism as reasons. The festival's decision was influenced by concerns over community sensitivity following recent events, leading to widespread criticism and withdrawal of support from several authors and organizations.
Grant Park Music Festival 2026 Celebrates America’s 250th with Ben Folds and American Classics
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Chicago Sun-Times
The 2026 Grant Park Music Festival in Chicago will feature a focus on American composers, world premieres, and headliners like Ben Folds, with free concerts from June to August celebrating American music and culture.
Georgian Ballet Debuts Folk Dance in New York
Originally Published 6 days ago — by The New York Times
The Georgian National Ballet Sukhishvili is bringing its vibrant and athletic folk dances to New York, showcasing Georgia's rich cultural heritage and history through performances at Carnegie Hall and Brooklyn, amidst a challenging political climate in Georgia.
Eastern Europeans Celebrate New Year's Eve as a Major Holiday
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The New York Times
The article explores how New Year’s Eve has become a major holiday for Eastern European communities in the U.S., serving as a secular celebration rooted in historical suppression of religious holidays like Christmas, and highlighting vibrant cultural traditions, community gatherings, and the significance of this holiday for maintaining cultural identity among immigrants.
Cowboy Poetry Revives Old West Art for New Generation
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The Guardian
Cowboy poetry, a traditional American folk art rooted in oral storytelling from the 1870s, is experiencing a revival among a younger, more diverse generation in cities like Los Angeles, where new gatherings and workshops are helping preserve and adapt the art form for contemporary audiences.
Nina Simone’s Childhood Home Undergoes Renovation
Originally Published 7 days ago — by The Guardian
Nina Simone's childhood home in Tryon, North Carolina, has been restored after decades of decay, funded by a collective of Black artists to preserve Black history and culture, and is set to become a cultural site and museum by 2027, highlighting the importance of private efforts in cultural preservation amid federal funding cuts.
Artists Withdraw from Kennedy Center Over Trump Name Controversy
Originally Published 7 days ago — by BBC
The composer of Wicked, Stephen Schwartz, and other artists have canceled appearances at the Kennedy Center following its decision to include Donald Trump's name in the venue's name, citing it as an ideological statement and a departure from the center's original apolitical mission. The Kennedy Center's board renamed the venue to include Trump's name, leading to protests, cancellations, and political backlash.