Category: Festivals

The Design Fair Off the Beaten Path of Salone del Mobile

In its fifth year, Alcova, the independent design fair, offered an alternative to Milan Design Week, which has become the largest festival of its kind in the world.
Johnny Depp Film About Louis XV Will Open Cannes Film Festival

The inclusion of “Jeanne du Barry,” directed by Maïwenn, is Depp’s first public embrace by the film industry since he won a bitter defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard.
At New Directors/New Films, See the World Through Perceptive Filmmakers’ Eyes

“Earth Mama,” “Tótem” and other strong entries offer proof that the art form is flourishing regardless of what’s happening in Hollywood.
Review: Protecting and Defending Ukraine’s Cultural Identity

A festival responds to the assaults and insults of war by celebrating the composer who shaped the nation’s contemporary music, Borys Liatoshynsky.
California’s Leading Conductors Come Together for a New Festival

Gustavo Dudamel, Esa-Pekka Salonen and Rafael Payare will assemble their orchestras and more for the California Festival: A Celebration of New Music.
At Praise Fest in New Orleans, Spreading the Gospel Through Song and Community

In a city facing wide-ranging challenges, the gospel music you hear at Praise Fest can be a balm for the collective spirit.
Israeli Filmmaker’s Critique of Popular Bollywood Film Draws Fierce Backlash

The filmmaker, Nadav Lapid, criticized “The Kashmir Files,” a Hindi-language film that depicts a violent chapter in the restive region of Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir.
Canceled Day of When We Were Young Festival Left ‘a Lot of Sad Emos’

The When We Were Young festival in Las Vegas brought emo fans from all over the world to one destination. But when weather got in the way, they mourned together.
The New York State Sheep and Wool Festival Draws Younger Fans

The New York State Sheep and Wool Festival, long home to 4-H clubs and livestock hawkers, is drawing new attendees.
Nyege Nyege, a Cutting-Edge Music Festival in Uganda, Keeps the Beat

Despite being called “immoral” by some politicians, this year’s Nyege Nyege festival celebrated diversity and innovation in contemporary African music.
Luke Parker Bowles, the Queen Consort’s Nephew, on Life in New Jersey

The film and television producer, who works with the British Consulate, is also committed to saving small-town movie theaters in the United States.
Björk, Still Using Style to Captivate

A look back at some of the artist’s best looks over the years, as she releases her 10th studio album, “Fossora.”