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Actress-Philanthropist Irina Maleeva Receives Ivan Vazov Medal From Bulgarian Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2024

Famed international performer Irina Maleeva, who has starred in movies, television, recordings, and on stage in both theater and cabaret performances, was honored at the Bulgarian Consulate in Los Angeles on Tuesday night.

Actress-Philanthropist Irina Maleeva Receives Ivan Vazov Medal From Bulgarian Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 28, 2024

Actress and philanthropist Irina Maleeva was honored with the Ivan Vazov Medal by Bulgarian Prime Minister Dimitar Glavchev for her contributions to the arts and humanitarian efforts.

Flag-Raising Ceremony Planned In NYC For Malaysia Independence Day
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2024

The Consulate General of Malaysia in New York announced a flag-raising ceremony for Malaysia's 67th Independence Day on August 30, 2024, at Bowling Green Park, featuring remarks from notable figures.

National Youth Orchestra Of The USA to Embark On South American Tour In August 2024
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2024

The National Youth Orchestra of the USA will tour South America in August 2024, performing in major cities and showcasing talented young musicians under the direction of renowned conductors. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The 3rd Annual Japan Parade Returns To NYC In May
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024

The 3rd annual Japan Parade in New York City will be held on Saturday, May 11, beginning at 1pm.

Photos: General Consul Meron Reuben Key Speaker At GOLDA'S BALCONY Opening Reception
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 2, 2024

Meron Reuben,​ Consul General of Israel to New England, speaks following the Opening Night of Golda's Balcony at the Jackie Liebergott Black Box Theatre at the Emerson Paramount Center. See photos from the production.

Archaeology Now Brings POETRY AND MUSIC: GILGAMESH, AN ANCIENT VOICE to Rice University
by Stephi Wild - Nov 30, 2023

Archaeology Now, the Houston affiliate of Archaeology Institute of America, presents Poetry and Music: Gilgamesh, An Ancient Voice, the final installment of the series of cultural events this fall titled the Senan Shaibani Marsh Arabs Project.

James Conlon Receives Austria's Cross of Honor for Science and Art
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 2023

American conductor James Conlon has been awarded Austria’s Cross of Honor for Science and Art (Österreichische Ehrenkreuz für Wissenschaft und Kunst). Learn more about Conlon here!

YOSHIKI Makes History as First Japanese Artist to be Honored by TCL Chinese Theatre with Handprint and Footprint Ceremony in Hollywood
by Michael Major - Sep 19, 2023

YOSHIKI's feature documentary film YOSHIKI: Under the Sky had its L.A. premiere at the Chinese Theatre later that evening. The film is YOSHIKI's directorial debut, and features powerful live performances by The Chainsmokers, St. Vincent, Sarah Brightman, Scorpions, Jane Zhang, Lindsey Stirling, Nicole Scherzinger, and more.

South Street Seaport Museum to Host Fiestas Patrias, a Chilean Independence Day Celebration on the Tall Ship Wavertree
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2023

Join South Street Seaport Museum in celebrating Chilean Independence Day with Fiestas Patrias aboard the 1885 tall ship Wavertree. Enjoy traditional Chilean dancing, music, and food on Pier 16. Don't miss this cultural celebration on September 17, 2023.

Wake Up With BWW 8/14: Learn About PURLIE VICTORIOUS, THE NOTEBOOK, and More!
by - Aug 14, 2023

Top stories: Learn all about @purliebway, plus what we know so far about the musical adaptation of The Notebook, and more!

Exhibition Yadigâr 'Memento' Fundraising Event Benefits The Artisans Of Southeastern Anatolia, Turkey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2023

A special fundraising exhibition Yadigâr 'memento' - The Textiles and Handicrafts of Southeastern Anatolia, Turkey, took place on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Unitarian Universalist Community Church of Santa Monica.

The 18th Annual South East European Film Festival 2023 Opens at Writer's Guild Theater
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2023

Opening Night for the 18th Annual South East European Film Festival, took place on Thursday, April 26th, at the Writer's Guild Theater. The competition festival will run through May 3rd and showcases movies from this culturally rich area in East and Southeast Europe with a selection of features, documentaries, and short films.

The Drama League Launches Digital Archive of 2022-23 International Directors Summit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023

The Drama League has launched its digital archive of the 2022-2023 International Directors Summit, which united eight world-class directors from around the globe for a series of conversations about the changing nature of their work.

Kristi Yamaguchi to be Grand Marshal at 2nd Annual JAPAN PARADE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2023

Building on the great success of last year’s inaugural Japan Parade, the 2nd annual Japan Parade in New York City will be held on Saturday, May 13, beginning at 1PM.

Kupferberg Center for the Arts Presents Viva El Cinco De Mayo: Festival Del Son
by Stephi Wild - Apr 4, 2023

On Saturday, May 6, Kupferberg Center for the Arts at Queens College will present its inaugural Cinco De Mayo family celebration “Viva El Cinco De Mayo: Festival Del Son” at the 2,000-seat Colden Auditorium.

Colburn School's RECOVERED VOICES Performances Feature Works by Composers Whose Legacies and Lives Were Destroyed by the Nazi Regime
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 29, 2023

The Colburn School's Ziering-Conlon Initiative for Recovered Voices,  a unique Colburn resource that encourages greater awareness and more frequent performances of music by composers whose careers and lives were destroyed by the Nazi regime, brings important repertory back to life through four upcoming performances that feature the works of Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Arnold Schoenberg, Franz Schreker, Alexander von Zemlinsky, and Herbert Zipper.

Turkish Consul General of Los Angeles, Sinan Kuzam, To Participate in Free Pre-Passover Shared Heritage Service
by Stephi Wild - Mar 14, 2023

Rabbi David Baron announced that the Beverly Hills Temple of the Arts at the Saban Theatre will present a Pre-Passover Shared Heritage of Freedom Shabbat Service featuring Special Guests, the Apage International and Global Choir under the direction of Marianne Lewis and Sinan Kuzam, Consul General of Türkiye in Los Angeles.  

Teatro Grattacielo And The Consulate General Of Greece In New York Present THE 10 FACES OF MARIA CALLAS
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 13, 2023

Teatro Grattacielo, in partnership with the Consulate General of Greece in New York, will present an intimate showing of select arias from the repertoire of Maria Callas on Friday, March 17, 2023. 'The 10 Faces of Maria Callas' is Teatro Grattacielo's first event of the 2023 opera season, and it will celebrate the 100th birthday of the legendary Greek-American soprano.

Photos: Inside the Origin Theatre Company Closing Ceremony of ORIGIN 1ST IRISH 2023
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2023

Origin Theatre Company presented the Closing Ceremony of Origin 1st Irish 2023, at the Irish Arts Center, 726 11th Avenue, on Monday January 30.  Go inside the ceremony in new photos.