Sheppard to conduct Tour de France opening
British conductor and composer Philip Sheppard will lead the orchestra and chorus of Opera North at…
Monthly Archives: June, 2014
The new rhythm of contemporary Cuba
Blending dance and music reaches the core of the Cuban experience, says Havana-born guitarist Ahmed…
New campaign encourages dancers to rest
Dance UK has launched a new social media campaign to promote healthier dance practice. Dancers…
Afrovibes returns to UK for nationwide tour
South African theatre, dance, music, song, photography and film will be showcased at venues across…
Between war and peace: Beirut's Al Bustan Festival
Born 20 years ago out of a drive to bring classical back to Lebanon, Al…
Trey McIntyre Project gives final performances
The Idaho-based Trey McIntyre Project is set to give its final performances as a full…
4 alternative ways to market classical music
Elitist, excluding, ineffective communicators – they’re just a few of the charges levelled at classical…
Sydney Symphony extends webcasting programme
The Sydney Symphony Orchestra has announced plans to live stream its performances via YouTube. The…
Teaching Tokyo's homeless to dance
Choreographer Yuki Aoki explains how dance can help men living on the streets overcome fear and…
EU report identifies ways to boost cultural diplomacy
The European Union has presented several recommendations for enhancing the role of culture throughout its…