ARTS

Jun 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Art and Words Gather Momentum in Arkansas

A double dose of creativity is unfolding across Arkansas, with visual artists and writers both getting clear deadlines. In Fayetteville, painters, sculptors, photographers and other creatives have until August 10 to send in their newest pieces to the Walton Arts Center’s yearly showcase. The show, c

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Jun 19 2026ART

Boulder Residents Hear the Next Chapter of Their Creative Campus

The Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) opened a free discussion in the North Boulder Library this Thursday, inviting locals to learn about plans for a new creative hub. The event ran from 5:30 to 7 p. m. , fitting into BMoCA’s Neighborhood Roadshow series that keeps the community updated

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Jun 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Stage Opens in Swampscott

The town’s approval for a new performing‑arts venue at the old Hawthorne restaurant marks a fresh chapter for Swampscott. After three town meetings, residents and business owners finally agreed to let the building host ticketed shows, thanks in part to assurances that sound and crowd control woul

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Jun 17 2026EDUCATION

A decade-long arts program keeps thriving in Staunton

For the twelfth summer in a row, a group of young violinists, cellists, and violists will descend on a small Virginia college town to sharpen their skills under top instructors. Mary Baldwin University has just renewed its three-year partnership with the Heifetz Institute, a program that first moved

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Jun 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Chicago’s Hot June: Shows, Music, and Festivals You Can’t Miss

Summer in Chicago starts with a burst of culture. If you’re looking for something to do, the city is packed with theater, music, art and family fun. First up for theatre lovers is a new production of Sondheim’s “A Little Night Music. ” It follows actress Desirée Armfeldt as she navigates love and s

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Jun 10 2026CELEBRITIES

Ally Nitibhon’s New Path to Hollywood

Ally Nitibhon, a rising star from Thailand, has secured a deal with Industry Entertainment to launch her career in the United States. She first gained attention as a lead character on Netflix’s hit Thai crime‑drama “The Believers. ” The show earned the Best Series award at Thailand’s 2025 Natara

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Jun 03 2026LIFESTYLE

A Fresh Take on Hotels: Where Culture Meets Hospitality in Miami

Dua Miami Hotel isn’t just another high-end stay in Brickell—it’s a testing ground for a bold idea: hotels can be cultural hubs, not just places to sleep. British-born Charley Olmer, with seven years in luxury hospitality across Miami, Los Angeles, and Tel Aviv, has shaped the property into a year-r

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Jun 03 2026EDUCATION

New Rules Could Shut Down Most Art Schools

A new rule from the federal government could force nearly half of all graduate art programs like painting, music, and theater to close. Schools would lose access to student loans if their graduates earn less than typical young workers with just a bachelor’s degree. These programs have four years to

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Jun 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Kalamazoo’s free summer art bonanza gets bigger for its 75th round

Every year, Bronson Park turns into the main stage for Kalamazoo’s art lovers. This June 5-6, the city’s longest-running art fair hits its 75th milestone, packing 145 creators into two busy days. No ticket is needed—just show up between 3 p. m. and 8 p. m. Friday, or 9 a. m. and 5 p. m. Saturday to

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May 31 2026SPORTS

The Silent Winner Who Punched His Way Up

Zhang Wenming didn’t win fights with speeches. While others made big claims before stepping into the ring, he let his fists do the talking. Out of twenty matches, he walked away victorious nineteen times, often ending fights before the final bell. One sharp lesson in Macau showed him something impor

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