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• PAD Paris Showcases Decorative Arts and Design with Historical and Contemporary Works festival-fair

  The PAD Paris event highlights decorative arts and design, featuring significant historical pieces and contemporary works from various galleries. A modernist chaise longue…

• Multiple Art Events and Market Insights Reported in March 2026 festival-fair

  Several art-related developments were reported in late March 2026. The PAD Paris (Pavillon des arts et du design) is scheduled to take place from April 8 to 12 in the Jardin des…

• Art Brussels 2026 Highlights Physical Art Experiences and Emerging Artists festival-fair

  The article from L'ŒIL, published on March 30, 2026, focuses on the Art Brussels fair, emphasizing a trend toward slowing down and reconnecting with the physical experience of art…

• Antibes Art Fair 2026: Broad-Spectrum Art Event on French Riviera festival-fair

  The Antibes Art Fair is scheduled to take place from April 11 to April 20, 2026, on the French Riviera. This comprehensive art event will bring together art dealers and collectors…

• Jacques Wei Presents Fall 2026 Collection at Shanghai Fashion Week with Maximalist Designs festival-fair

  Designer Jacques Wei presented his Fall 2026 collection during Shanghai Fashion Week at the Xintiandi venue. The show featured a dramatic transformation of the space within two…

• Pontivy Hosts France's Largest Bingo Event with Major Prizes festival-fair

  On Sunday, March 29, 2026, the town of Pontivy in Brittany's Morbihan department organized what is described as France's biggest bingo competition. The event attracted over 4,200…

• Theodora Performs First Zenith Concert in Paris with Surprise Guests and Elaborate Production festival-fair

  On Sunday, March 29, French-Congolese singer Theodora performed her first concert at the Zenith in Paris, marking a significant milestone in her career. The event was the opening…

• Thomas Le Douarec's Adaptation of Oscar Wilde's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' Returns to Le Lucernaire festival-fair

  A theatrical production based on Oscar Wilde's classic novel 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' is currently being presented at Le Lucernaire. This adaptation, created by Thomas Le…

• Century-Old Banned Poem 'The Wild Party' Adapted for Stage at New York City Center festival-fair

  A stage adaptation of Joseph Moncure March's narrative poem 'The Wild Party' is being performed at New York City Center. The production, set in a 1920s New York apartment, depicts…

• Dua Lipa to Lead London Literature Festival 2026 as Guest Curator festival-fair

  Dua Lipa has been selected as the curator for the 2026 London Literature Festival, which will be held at the Southbank Centre. The festival is scheduled to take place from October…

• Thomas Ostermeier Stages Molière's 'The Miser' with Lars Eidinger at Berlin's Schaubühne festival-fair

  Theater director Thomas Ostermeier is presenting a new production of Molière's 'The Miser' (Der Geizige) at Berlin's Schaubühne, featuring actor Lars Eidinger in the lead role.…

• Documentary 'Sarajevo Safari' Exposes War Tourism During Bosnian Siege festival-fair

  Slovenian filmmaker Miran Zupanič's documentary 'Sarajevo Safari' investigates a disturbing phenomenon during the Bosnian War, where foreign tourists paid to take sniper positions…

• Revival Production of Beaumarchais' 'The Barber of Seville' Directed by Justine Vultaggio at Le Lucernaire festival-fair

  A new staging of Pierre Beaumarchais' classic comedy 'The Barber of Seville' is currently being presented at Le Lucernaire theater in Paris. Directed by Justine Vultaggio, this…

• Chobi Mela XI Photography Festival Explores Renewal and Resistance in Dhaka festival-fair

  The eleventh edition of the Chobi Mela photography festival took place in Dhaka, Bangladesh, from January 16 to 31, 2026. Curated by artists Munem Wasif and Sarker Protick, the…

• Rosalía's Assago Concert Interrupted by Illness, Ticket Refunds Announced festival-fair

  Ticketmaster has confirmed that refunds will be issued for tickets purchased for Rosalía's performance at the Forum di Assago on March 25. The concert was halted prematurely after…

• Electrónica en Abril Festival Returns to Madrid with Experimental Electronic Music Focus festival-fair

  The Electrónica en Abril festival returns to La Casa Encendida in Madrid from April 9 to 12, presenting its second edition focused on innovative electronic music exploration.…

• Prada Frames Symposium Announces 2026 Edition 'In Sight' at Milan Design Week festival-fair

  Prada and the design studio Formafantasma have revealed plans for the fifth iteration of their collaborative symposium, Prada Frames. Scheduled for April 19-21, 2026, the event…

• Annual King of the Hammers Off-Road Racing Event in California Desert festival-fair

  The King of the Hammers is an annual off-road racing series held during winter months in the California desert. This event attracts approximately 80,000 spectators who gather to…

• London's House Against Hate Protest Rave Draws Massive Crowd Against Far-Right Rhetoric festival-fair

  On March 28, an estimated half-million people participated in the Together Alliance march through Central London, setting a record as the UK's largest multicultural demonstration.…

• Circulation(s) Festival Showcases Emerging European Photographers at Centquatre-Paris festival-fair

  The Circulation(s) Festival, dedicated to presenting emerging European photographic talent since 2011, is presenting its 16th edition at Centquatre-Paris. The exhibition features…

• Art Opportunities: Residencies, Calls, and Jobs in Italy for 2026 festival-fair

  Artribune has compiled a selection of current opportunities in Italy's art sector for professionals including artists, curators, architects, and registrars. The Fondazione d'Arte…

• Puccini's Turandot Staged at La Scala Under Livermore's Direction festival-fair

  A new production of Giacomo Puccini's opera Turandot has premiered at Teatro alla Scala in Milan, directed by Davide Livermore. The performance features the classic Italian opera,…

• Alicante's Las Cigarreras Cultural Center Announces Scroll 2026 Open Call for Video Art Projects festival-fair

  The Las Cigarreras Cultural Center in Alicante has launched the fifth edition of Scroll, its public call for audiovisual exhibition proposals as part of the negre project. This…

• Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 Reflects Changing Art Market Dynamics festival-fair

  Art Basel Hong Kong 2026, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on March 25, 2026, provided insights into evolving market conditions. Vivienne Chow, co-author of…

• Cardinal Pizzaballa's Video Message at Venice Biennale 2025 Addresses Conflict and Cultural Narratives festival-fair

  Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, head of the Catholic Church in the Holy Land, delivered a video message during the closing ceremony of the 82nd Venice International Film…

• Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 Concludes with Strong Attendance and Market Activity festival-fair

  Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 concluded with over 91,000 attendees, reinforcing its position as a key hub in the global art market. The event attracted international collectors, museum…

• Theodora's Paris Concert Features Unexpected Appearance by Rapper Gims festival-fair

  On Sunday, March 29, singer Theodora performed the first of four scheduled concerts at the Zénith venue in Paris. The event included a surprise appearance by rapper Gims, who…

• Easter Festival in Baden-Baden Opens with Wagner's 'Lohengrin' Directed by Johannes Erath festival-fair

  The Easter Festival in Baden-Baden has commenced with a production of Richard Wagner's opera 'Lohengrin,' directed by Johannes Erath. The staging has been described as an…

• Marco Dessí's 'ADA' Lighting Installation Highlights Milan's Salone del Mobile Design Fair festival-fair

  The Salone del Mobile design fair in Milan is introducing new formats this year, attracting attention despite industry uncertainties. Designer Marco Dessí is presenting his…

• Michel Houellebecq Discusses Love and New Music at Monte Verità Literary Festival festival-fair

  The Eventi Letterari literary festival took place on Monte Verità in Ascona, Switzerland, featuring French author Michel Houellebecq as a headline speaker. The event, themed…

• IFPDA Print Fair Explores Historical Links Between Prints and Drawings at Park Avenue Armory festival-fair

  The International Fine Print Dealers Association (IFPDA) Print Fair will take place at the Park Avenue Armory in New York City from April 9 to 12, 2026. This event marks a…

• Center Theatre Group Announces 2026-27 Season Featuring New Works and Classics festival-fair

  Center Theatre Group has revealed its performance schedule for the 2026-27 season, featuring a mix of world premieres, comedies, and thought-provoking dramas. Artistic Director…

• Zurich Opera Revives Leclair's Baroque Opera 'Scylla et Glaucus' in New Festival festival-fair

  The Zurich Opera House presented the Swiss premiere of Jean-Marie Leclair's opera 'Scylla et Glaucus' as part of its new 'Zurich Baroque' festival. The production, directed by…

• Hong Kong Art Week 2026 Highlights Experimental Spaces Beyond Main Fairs festival-fair

  During Hong Kong Art Week in 2026, the event reached its largest scale to date, with numerous high-end galleries and polished art fairs proliferating. However, the most…

• Art Central 2026 Focuses on Digital Culture During Hong Kong Art Week festival-fair

  Art Central 2026, part of Hong Kong Art Week, is examining digital culture as a central theme. The event occurs in Hong Kong during the expanded art week period. While major…

• French Institute's Fabrique Cinéma Program Supports African Filmmakers with Training and Funding festival-fair

  The Fabrique Cinéma program, operated by the Institut français in Paris, is working to support African filmmakers by providing training, networking opportunities, and access to…

• Italian Galleries Drive International Recognition at Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 festival-fair

  Art Basel Hong Kong 2026, held at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre, demonstrated significant commercial activity and strategic positioning for Italian galleries. The…

• Female Conductors Advance in Wagner Opera Tradition at Baden-Baden Festival festival-fair

  The Easter Festival in Baden-Baden features a production of Richard Wagner's opera "Lohengrin," highlighting the increasing prominence of female conductors in Wagnerian…

• Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' Receives New Production in Magdeburg Theater festival-fair

  A new staging of William Shakespeare's comedy 'Twelfth Night' (titled 'Was ihr wollt' in German) has premiered at the Theater Magdeburg. This production follows a recent Leipzig…

• National Student Show and Conference 2026 Focuses on Creative Connections in Dallas festival-fair

  The National Student Show and Conference will take place from April 9 to 11, 2026, in Dallas. This event, now in its 21st year, represents the largest specialized gathering for…