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Cannes festival losing cinema focus
The Cannes Film Festival in France is becoming more focused on partying and celebrities than on cinematic accomplishments, attendees say.Actress Jeanne Moreau says since she first attended the annual film festival in 1955, it has changed from a simple cinematic gathering to a celebration of excess and celebrities, The Daily Telegraph reported Saturday.The festival has really evolved, Moreau ...
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G.A.R. and Civil War Museum open Memorial Day
The G.A.R. and Civil War Museum, located on the second floor of Marblehead’s Old Town House, will be open to the public on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
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The Edades and the Consunji-Rivera museum
I don’t think anybody is just one thing. Take the case of Ms. Aida Rivera Ford who has made her mark in so many ways: writer, educator, stage actress, singer and astute businesswoman.
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Movies: Movies may have to test new routes to find audiences
At the 2001 Sundance Film Festival, when director Allison Anders met the press after the premiere of her drama "Things Behind the Sun," one reporter questioned Anders' choice to sell her movie to the Showtime cable channel rather than release it in theaters first.
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Going the distance
No one needs to be convinced that the Philippines is a diver’s paradise. It’s just that no one seems to know about it. Pahiyas Festival Awes Honorary Guests An ambassadors’ familiarization tour of Quezon was held on the eve of the Pahiyas Festival on May 14 by the DOT together with Secretary Joseph "Ace" Durano and Undersecretary Eduardo Jarque, Jr.
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“Night of Museums” in Chisinau
The third "Night of Museums" takes place in Chisinau on May 17. During this special night, nearly 2,000 museums from over 40 European countries will open their doors free of charge from sunset to sunrise. On this particular occasion, as venues for exhibitions or cultural events, many museums will be transformed into a stage for theatrical performances, readings, singing, tasting sessions, and ...
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Woody Allen, Cruz say threesomes only work in the movies
Spanish actress Penelope Cruz smiles as she attends a press conference for "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" at the 61st Cannes Film Festival.
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Students jam with the pros Friday at the Penofin Jazz Festival
There are no wrong notes in jazz, and more than 130 students from four area schools learned just that on the first day of the 2008 Penofin Jazz Festival.
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Press Releases
Duluth, MN –The Duluth Heritage Sports Center announced that it will hold a private ceremony on Saturday, May 17th to unveil artist Tim Cortes’ rendering of the much-anticipated Founders Arch to be featured in Heritage Arena.
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Jazz Fest at Night 4.30-5.04 Nola
There is nothing in the world like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival , a veritable smorgasbord of music, culture, food, costume, people and energy, native to the Crescent City but descended upon by folks from the four corners of the globe.
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Sculpture of poet Al Purdy ready after six-year delay
A sculpture of Al Purdy, often referred to as Canada's greatest poet, is finally ready and will be unveiled Tuesday at Queen's Park in Toronto, just steps from the Ontario Legislature.
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May 18: International Museum Day
Discover the wealth of culture and history in the Valley this weekend as local museums join thousands around the globe to celebrate International Museum Day.
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The Texas Natural and Western Swing Festival will celebrate in San Marcos today
SAN MARCOS, Texas (KXAN) -- The Texas Natural and Western Swing Festival will celebrate Texas history, Texas traditions and Texas music at the San Marcos Courthouse Square and on the San Marcos River on Saturday, May 17, 2008.
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‘Making Their Mark’ exhibit at Art Complex Museum
Rona Conti’s handmade paper pieces are on exhibit in “Making Their Mark” at The Art Complex Museum in Duxbury through May 25.
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Wright exhibit fits well in art museum
Will Bruder likes to think that Frank Lloyd Wright would feel at home in the Nevada Museum of Art.
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Kimberly Brooks: The Painting Whisperer and The Anxiety of Abstraction: Annie Lapin
Take for a moment the spectrum of Realism and the raucous jazz of Abstraction in painting and slide somewhere in the middle. Over to the...
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Culture fans get a late night of treats
TONIGHT is culture night as 20 Tyneside venues normally closed after dark participate in The Late Shows. Late night opening was tried as an experiment last year and attracted 4,500 visitors to 14 museums and galleries in Newcastle and Gateshead.
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Seymour said that it was her painting that renewed her spirit when 17 years ago, she nearly lost everything. At this very critical time in her life, she found that painting brought her a wonderful peace.
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Carnegie Center for the Arts
Enjoy a tour of this unique art center, located in historic downtown Dodge City. Originally an Andrew Carnegie library, the building's history will fascinate those who enter the "door on the corner." This restored building now features a variety of art exhibits.
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Arts festival kicks off the summer
RALEIGH -- Artsplosure kicks off Saturday in the Capital City and the best part of the weekend long event is that it's free. Each year, more than 70,000 people come to enjoy the outdoor festival, which features arts, crafts and live music.
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Painting inspired Priyankas new look
Talent runs in Baweja household, literally. Not many people know but Harry Baweja’s daughter Rowena is a multi talented personality, she is not only the creative force behind much anticipated ‘LoveStory 2050’ but also a self taught artist.
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Faith in Brief: 05/17/2008
Church holds auction event today; Singles group offers dinner, movie night; Baccalaureate for Brethren grads; 36th annual bike blessing on Sunday; Choral group at Onekama Brethren; Supper benefit for Chinese orphanage; Stem cell expert offers presentation; GTACS seeks Hall of Fame nominees; Revival Center holds holiday yard sale; Traverse Bay UM yard, bake sale; American Indian history ...
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Time running out for Time Myth advocates
The clock is ticking for those who want to bring the "Time Myth" sculpture to town.
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Memories saved, memories made
The Appels of Marco Island have been traveling for years, and the home reflects their many trips: paintings from Italy, France, Mongolia and Vietnam hang above chests and cabinets from Egypt, Korea and China.
Naples Daily News |
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How to hang that art
Hanging artwork baffles many home decorators. How high should a picture be hung on the wall, what color should the matting be, and how can you decide what goes where?
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