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fromAnOther
1 week ago

"There Is Less Truth": Inside Barbara Kruger's Fiercely Political New Show

Barbara Kruger continues to address power dynamics and political issues through her evolving artworks and exhibitions.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

The Director Ari Aster Explains His COVID-Era Western "Eddington"

Ari Aster's film 'Eddington' addresses contemporary issues with a political and satirical approach.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

JK Rowling depicted alongside Elon Musk in Glastonbury mural

The tech bros want to go to Mars, so we're sending them there. There's room on the rocket for a few more souls so they're being joined by Trump, Netanyahu, Vance, Farage and Rowling - just some of the people who in recent years made life on Earth more difficult for us.
Social justice
Arts
fromAnOther
1 month ago

This Book Maps the Impassioned History of American Protest Art

The War of Art highlights the history and impact of artists' protest movements in America, providing context for current political engagement.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Ben Shahn, the Lefty Artist Who Was Left Behind

Ben Shahn's art bridged the gap between popular appeal and deep social commentary, marking him as a significant figure in American art history.
fromItsnicethat
1 month ago

Black Lodge Press is the decade-long print project dedicated to all things anarchist, queer and anti-fascist

Cj promotes DIY culture in art, utilizing traditional techniques and Risograph printing to convey political messages.
fromJuxtapoz
1 month ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Corita Kent: "love and a butterfly" Shared at Both Andrew Kreps and Kaufmann Repetto in NYC

Corita Kent's artistic journey showcases a profound connection to both the natural world and contemporary society, evolving from intricate early serigraphs to politically engaged works.
Arts
fromVulture
1 month ago

Cheating On Your Politics

Alison Bechdel's journey explores the intersection of personal identity and broader societal issues, merging sexual discovery with political awareness.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Pussy Riot's founder built a police state' in an LA art gallery. Then the national guard arrived

Tolokonnikova said, "It felt important not to bend to the whims of Ice or the national guard. I wanted to be out on the streets, but..."
Arts
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Review: Fascism and a clown suit: L.A. Opera's gripping new 'Rigoletto'

This time, at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on Saturday night, L.A. Opera unveiled a violent, politically disquieting production in which a tortured jester faces mob rule.
Los Angeles
History
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Israel Is Taking its Cues From Spanish Conquistadors

Leon Golub's legacy prompts reflection on the responsibilities of artists regarding political issues and historical narratives.
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Cannes 2025: Jafar Panahi's "It Was Just an Accident" Wins Palme d'Or | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

Juliette Binoche discussed how Panahi's film emerged from "a feeling of resistance, survival, which is absolutely necessary today." This recognition of context adds weight to its artistic merit.
Independent films
Arts
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

Are museums 'guilt tripping' their visitors? No, they aren't doing enough

Museum labels need to address political realities and colonial histories more rigorously.
Black Lives Matter
fromTheartnewspaper
2 months ago

Elsa James's exhibition in my home county, Essex, is a potent rejection of the erasure of history

Elsa James's exhibition confronts Britain's slave trade history and silences through immersive imagery and personal narratives.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Melania Trump statue cut off at feet, stolen from her native Slovenia

The theft was reported on 13 May and immediately police officers visited the crime scene and launched an investigation.
US politics
fromPitchfork
2 months ago

Noname's Central Park Concert Canceled Without Explanation

The cancellation of Noname's concert has sparked concerns among fans and commentators over potential political targeting, particularly given the recent cancellation of a similar concert by Kehlani.
NYC music
SF LGBT
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Tim Pool claims Laura Jane Grace "weaponized being trans for money"

Tim Pool criticizes Laura Jane Grace's transition and artistic choices, claiming it's motivated by financial gain, while Grace refutes his assertions forcefully.
fromAnOther
3 months ago

A Guide to the Iconoclastic Feminist Artwork of Martha Rosler

Martha Rosler's multifaceted art interrogates the intersections of feminism, politics, and everyday life, challenging binaries between public and private.
Berlin music
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

Kurt Weill Kept Reinventing Himself

Kurt Weill transformed music by making it accessible and relevant to contemporary audiences, effectively bridging the gap between elite art and mass appeal.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Expressing your pain in artistic form is not easy': exiled Russian theatre director builds bridges in London

Krymov hopes to create more cultural exchanges blocked by sanctions and bad feeling towards Russia, linking British and Russian performers and audiences despite political tensions.
London politics
US politics
fromABC7 Chicago
4 months ago

Colorado removes from its Capitol a portrait of President Donald Trump that he called 'distorted'

Trump's portrait was removed from Colorado's state Capitol after complaints about its portrayal, with debates ongoing about a replacement.
Washington DC
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Trump's portrait to be taken down at Colorado Capitol after president claimed it was 'distorted'

President Trump's portrait will be removed from the Colorado state Capitol after he criticized its depiction as 'purposefully distorted.'
fromVulture
4 months ago

To Perform or Not to Perform at Trump's Kennedy Center

Artists and musicians are responding to political changes at the Kennedy Center by voicing their opposition through protests and performances.
fromBerlin Art Link
4 months ago

Review of 'Aber hier leben? Nein danke' | Berlin Art Link

Surrealism's political dimensions are highlighted, emphasizing its inherent opposition to fascism and active engagement in resistance during times of war.
Arts
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

Yto Barrada's Rules of the Game

Yto Barrada's 'Le Grand Soir' at MoMA PS1 transforms the museum's imposing architecture into a playful and politically subversive installation.
US politics
fromBronx Times
5 months ago

Bronx homeowner displays banner saying Trump is the 'Anti-Christ,' claims President is threat to democracy - Bronx Times

A Bronx resident's bold banner criticizes Trump and his supporters, emphasizing the need to defend democracy.
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