Getting to know a critic's taste is important to get the most out of a review. I can be convinced to go and see something by a negative review because I know what the writer goes for. I was therefore … [Read more...] about Christian Lacroix’s La Source costumes are as tacky as disco
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Ferragamo presents new collection in Beijing
Italian luxury fashion brand Salvatore Ferragamo has presented its latest collection in the Chinese capital Beijing. The spring/summer 2012 collection was shown at the Ullens Center for … [Read more...] about Ferragamo presents new collection in Beijing
Galliano gets 6,000 euro fine for anti-Semitic outburst
A French court handed out a 6,000 euro ($8,421) suspended fine to John Galliano on Thursday after finding him guilty of anti-Semitic behavior, marking the end in a fall from grace for the former head … [Read more...] about Galliano gets 6,000 euro fine for anti-Semitic outburst
The glorious Carracci ceiling in Rome’s Palazzo Farnese to be restored
Annibale Carracci's frescoed ceiling in Rome's Palazzo Farnese - home of the French Embassy - is to be restored, it has been announced. Considered by some to be one of the most influential Renaissance … [Read more...] about The glorious Carracci ceiling in Rome’s Palazzo Farnese to be restored
Met Museum will stay open into the night to cope with crowds for McQueen Show
The Metropolitan Museum of Art has never catered to the late-night crowd, but on August 6 and 7th, for the last two days of its blockbuster exhibition “Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty,’’ it will keep … [Read more...] about Met Museum will stay open into the night to cope with crowds for McQueen Show
Dior’s haute couture without Galliano: “great big hole at the centre of this collection where vision should have been.”
Dior’s haute couture show in Paris yesterday, the first without John Galliano after his sacking in March, was not, by most normal standards, a success. However, if the idea was to produce something … [Read more...] about Dior’s haute couture without Galliano: “great big hole at the centre of this collection where vision should have been.”
Ballet Brooches: “Set in Style – The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels” at the Smithsonian
The Camargo Brooch, made in 1942, combines platinum, diamonds, rubies and emeralds for a classic Van Cleef & Arpels ballet design. The painting above of Marie Camargo, La Camargo Dancing, was … [Read more...] about Ballet Brooches: “Set in Style – The Jewelry of Van Cleef & Arpels” at the Smithsonian
Tracey Emin among 12 British artists chosen to design the 2012 Olympic posters
Twelve artists including Tracey Emin, Martin Creed and Chris Ofili will design a set of posters for the Olympic and Paralympic Games next summer, as Britain seeks to use the events to showcase its … [Read more...] about Tracey Emin among 12 British artists chosen to design the 2012 Olympic posters
Marilyn Monroe subway dress sells for $4.6 million – Debbie Reynolds’ Hollywood auction
The pleated ivory dress that blew around Marilyn Monroe in an iconic scene from "The Seven Year Itch" sold for $4.6 million at a weekend auction of Hollywood costumes -- far exceeding its … [Read more...] about Marilyn Monroe subway dress sells for $4.6 million – Debbie Reynolds’ Hollywood auction
Debbie Reynolds auctions legendary memorabilia collection: costumes worn by Caron, Streisand, Monroe, Tallchief, Charisse, Hayworth…
Movie costumes worn by Charlie Chaplin, Judy Garland and Marilyn Monroe will go up for sale in June from a collection belonging to fellow actress Debbie Reynolds. Monroe's subway dress from The Seven … [Read more...] about Debbie Reynolds auctions legendary memorabilia collection: costumes worn by Caron, Streisand, Monroe, Tallchief, Charisse, Hayworth…
The worst cover for a ballet music album ever?
This is my favourite horrible ballet album cover - truly wonderful! I'm searching for others; any suggestions welcome. Most ballet music discs are, lets face it, kitsch. Wooden nutcrackers, … [Read more...] about The worst cover for a ballet music album ever?
English National Ballet: “Don’t walk on the grass!”
Dancers of The English National Ballet leaping in the shrubbery in the grounds of Kensington Palace. They are dressed in couture frocks to launch The English National Ballet's Summer Fundraising Party … [Read more...] about English National Ballet: “Don’t walk on the grass!”
Jane Fonda puts the younger catwalkers in the shade at Naomi Cambell’s show
Naomi Campbell's Fashion For Relief was organised by the supermodel to aid Japan's relief efforts. Top models Yasmin Le Bon and Karoline Kurkova and actresses Rosario Dawson and Jane Fonda taking to … [Read more...] about Jane Fonda puts the younger catwalkers in the shade at Naomi Cambell’s show
Cecil Beaton celebrated in a new volume from the Amici della Scala
The Amici della Scala have added another 4 volumes to their collection of illustrated mini-books on the Teatro alla Scala and its collaborators. The complete collection now numbers 36 … [Read more...] about Cecil Beaton celebrated in a new volume from the Amici della Scala
Italian theatre designer Luisa Spinatelli is honoured at La Scala
Last night in the glamorous foyer of the La Scala Theatre (Ridotto dei Palchi 'Arturo Toscanini') the Amici della Scala awarded an Honorary Membership of the society to Italian theatre designer Luisa … [Read more...] about Italian theatre designer Luisa Spinatelli is honoured at La Scala
Milan celebrates Giò Ponti – native hero of 20th-century Italian design
Two exhibits in Milan celebrate the work of homegrown architect and hero of 20th-century Italian architecture and design, Gio' Ponti (1891-1979). The shows open on May 6 in the Ponti-designed Pirelli … [Read more...] about Milan celebrates Giò Ponti – native hero of 20th-century Italian design
La Scala’s Beatrice Carbone adds a dancing soul to Sicis Next Art’s furniture collection
This is an exciting week in Milan - the 50th anniversary of the Salone del Mobile, the most important interior design fair in the world. The streets are full of events, installations, illuminations, … [Read more...] about La Scala’s Beatrice Carbone adds a dancing soul to Sicis Next Art’s furniture collection
When artistic disciplines collide, dance often takes a back seat.
Debra Craine in today's Times comments on the new collaboration between the National Gallery and the Royal Ballet: The idea of artists and choreographers collaborating isn’t new. Pablo Picasso worked … [Read more...] about When artistic disciplines collide, dance often takes a back seat.
William Kentridge’s animations are the true stars of The Magic Flute at Milan’s La Scala
Last night Die Zauberflöte bowed out from the La Scala's stage, though it won't be away for long I'd guess. With this production the theatre has united audience, critics and even the infamous boo-ers … [Read more...] about William Kentridge’s animations are the true stars of The Magic Flute at Milan’s La Scala
Anna Anni, costume designer for Orson Welles and Franco Zeffirelli, has died at 84
After designing costumes for two Orson Welles projects in 1953, Anna Anni worked for more than 50 years at the top. Maria Callas, Monserrat Caballè, Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo, Carla … [Read more...] about Anna Anni, costume designer for Orson Welles and Franco Zeffirelli, has died at 84
Last week to catch the V&A’s glorious Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes exhibition
This is the last chance to catch the stunning collection of Ballet Russes material brought together by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Diaghilev's dramatic performances transformed dance, … [Read more...] about Last week to catch the V&A’s glorious Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes exhibition