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Shostakovich's great Symphony No. 13. Review by António Lourenço

Shostakovich's great Symphony No. 13 was composed based on the poem Baby Yar, which reflects on the massacre of thousands of Jews by the Nazis in Kyiv. It was written for a bass soloist, male choir, and large orchestra. The work is imbued with a somber and introspective tone, emphasizing vocal elements and declamation. It combines the structure of classical symphonies with music typical of Russian tradition.

Gregory Crewdson: The Capture of Suburban Imagination and Visual Silences. Review by Fábio Cruz

The work of American photographer Gregory Crewdson inhabits a peculiar universe, where the everyday metamorphoses into a dense cinematic narrative, revealing inner tensions and a deeply unsettling atmosphere. In his latest exhibition at the Albertina Museum in Vienna, Crewdson once again presents his unmistakable style of crafting meticulously staged scenes, inviting the viewer to immerse themselves in moments suspended in time, permeated by a dreamlike quality that reflects contemporary anxieties.

'The Substance ' - Review by Ricardo Martins

It has been a very long time since I’ve seen a movie as brave as “The Substance”, in terms of theme and technique. It had its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival in May this year, where it was much talked about and won the prize for Best Screenplay, a prize very well deserved. In fact, I’m very surprised it wasn’t made before, because it’s a theme very much of the 21st century – the fear of growing old and looking less attractive. Maybe that wasn’t produced before because it was waiting for a director (Coralie Fargeat) brave enough to show it graphically from a woman’s point of view and waiting for an actress (Demi Moore) brave enough to make fun of her own past image.

Epic 2,492 Carat Diamond

This discovery underscores Karowe's reputation as a world-class asset and reaffirms Lucara's position as a leading producer of large, exceptional diamonds. This latest recovery joins an impressive roster of other significant finds from the mine, including the 1,758 carat Sewelô and the 1,109 carat Lesedi La Rona.

'Kinds of Kindness'

The new dark comedy by Greek film director Yorgos Lanthimos is a strange journey through the lives of people where happiness seems elusive and kindness is nearly extinct (the title is largely ironic). 'Kinds of Kindness' - Review by Ricardo Martins.

Noronha da Costa

Noronha da Costa (1942-2020), a distinguished contemporary visual artist, left an indelible mark on the Portuguese art scene. Born in Lisbon, his artistic journey encompassed various disciplines, with painting always at the forefront, characterized by a continuous exploration of image and perception. Review by Fábio Cruz.

Interview with Paul Ndema

Interview by Francisco Lacerda to the Artist Paul Ndema. Renowned in Kampala for his distinctive style, Ndema's paintings are easily recognizable through their use of portraiture and provocative subject matter. His work delves into themes such as politics, religion, cultural identity, sexuality, and history within Uganda and the broader context of global African society.

'The Merry Wives of Windsor'

Composed by VERDI with text by Boito after Shakespeare comedy: 'The Merry Wives of Windsor' at TNSC- Review by António Lourenço.

Groundbreaking new process!

Scientists have used a new technique to synthesize diamonds at normal, atmospheric pressure and without a starter gem, which could make the precious gemstones much easier to grow in the lab.

Beresin challenges the idea of the one-dimensional human being in defiance of any totality. She frequently endows her subjects with animalistic behaviors, while the numerous bona fide animals populating Beresin’s paintings exhibit human traits. There unfolds an artistic universe of sly humor and shenanigans that celebrate just clearly it has gone off the rails.

Roy Lichtenstein

From 8th March to 14th July 2024 the ALBERTINA Museum is celebrating what would have been the 100th birthday of pop art master Roy Lichtenstein (New York, 1923–1997) with a major retrospective.

Gold and Treasures, 3000 Years of Chinese Ornaments

EU, G7 indirect Russian diamond ban comes into effect

'The Zone of Interest'

'Das Lehrerzimmer'

'Anatomie d'une chute'

Jonathan Tetelman

Berlinde De Bruyckere

Jakub Józef Orliński / Il pomo d'oro

Women’s Film Festival

Magritte + Warhol by Duane Michals

Madama Butterfly

Stage Jewels of the COMÉDIE-FRANÇAISE

Wallace Chan: The Wheel of Time

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