A Week in The Art. Saturday the 21st of June 2025

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on A Week in The Arts: We began with China’s Web Novels Conquer the World: A Soft Power Surge (source: Sixth Tone), detailing the global rise of Chinese digital literature. Next, DEVO and The B-52s Launch ‘Cosmic De-Evolution Tour’ with Lene Lovich (source: BrooklynVegan) celebrated a new wave reunion of theatrical proportions. Over in Spain, Lanzarote’s Urban Dance Scene Shines at Honor Canario Urban Fest (source: Canarias 7) highlighted rising talent in street dance. In Washington D.C., Vans Warped Tour Roars Back in D.C. for 30th Anniversary Revival (source: Alternative Press) chronicled punk’s enduring power. Meanwhile, “Dictator Approved” Sculpture Sparks Controversy on National Mall (source: Washington Post) examined provocative political art in public space. We also explored the return of apocalyptic cinema in “28 Years Later” Brings Back the Rage with Emotional and Philosophical Bite (source: CinemaBlend). In Europe, Wael Shawky Rewrites History Through Myth, Film, and Glass (source: The Art Newspaper) debuted exhibitions in Arles and Edinburgh. On the music front, Joshua Redman’s “Words Fall Short” Delivers Soulful Modern Jazz for Summer (source: JazzTimes), and Alestorm Unleash Pirate-Metal Epic with “The Thunderfist Chronicles” (source: Napalm Records) brought sonic adventures ashore. At Lincoln Center, Innovative Double Bill Blends Baroque and Afrofuturism at Lincoln Center (source: AP News) fused Monteverdi and Afrofuturist opera. From England, David Hare Condemns BBC’s Caution, Premieres “Grace Pervades” (source: The Times) stirred theatrical debate. In Virginia, Hunter S. Thompson Musical Tours Personal Politics and Gonzo Soul (source: The Washington Post) reimagined the life of the gonzo legend. NGV’s “Cats & Dogs” Exhibit Wags and Purrs with Historical Flourish (source: The Australian) examined our artistic fascination with pets. In the Netherlands, Van Gogh’s Textures Digitized in Stunning 3D via ASML’s Impasto Project (source: Tom’s Hardware) unveiled tech-driven preservation. PhotoVogue elevated identity in Female Gazes: Latinx Women Shatter Visual Stereotypes Through PhotoVogue (source: Vogue). And finally, Julian Gardner Makes History as First UK Winner of USA Songwriting Grand Prize (source: Music Connection) marked a milestone in global songwriting. These news summaries were written using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Thank you for being part of our journey!