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Ganesh Rasik: Beloved Musician and Writer Passes Away at 78

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Kathmandu, June 2 -- The renowned lyricist, vocalist, and composer Ganesh Rasik breathed his last on Saturday morning at the Nepal Cancer Hospital in Harisiddhi, Lalitpur, where he was receiving medical care. Rasik had been suffering from prostate cancer and was undergoing regular chemotherapy. His remains will be stored in the morgue at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital until Sunday, as his daughter is traveling from London, stated musician Bulu Mukarung. Rasik, born in 1947 in Chhinamakhu, Bhojpur, was a versatile artist in Nepal’s cultural scene. He created enduring melodies such as "O Yangji Nana," "Nunjasto Bilne Jindagi Ko Dhakarma Bokera," "Dherai Samjhe Dherai Hunchha," "Hamro Gharbata Tyamke Danda," "O Shunyata," "Gharbeti Nani Anganima Deu Na Malai Bas," "Nakhelnu Juwa Ra Tas," and "Rato Bhale Kwanya Kwanya." Rasik's literary works encompass Kshitij Lai Chhuna Khojda (a com...

Royal Revels: Byo Arts Festival Celebrates Kingship Through Art (International Edition)

The Bulawayo Arts Festival (BAF), which commenced on Friday, May 30, is set to run through June 7, highlighting the dynamic artistic landscape and rich cultural legacy of the city. This year's festival theme, "Honoring Monarchy via Art," recognizes Bulawayo’s deep-rooted customs, historical legacy, and communal ethos. The festival commenced on May 30th with the Comedy Meets Poetry performance at Stanley Hall in Makokoba, which holds historical significance as Bulawayo's traditional community center. The event, led by acclaimed comic Ntando Van Moyo, combined elements of comedy and poetry through presentations by performers including Sgoqa the Poet, Sonkomose, Thaluso Da Poet General Lesley, Nkosi King, D'Jun, and Diana Nomsa. Subsequently, the Kasi to Kasi Talent Show occurred yesterday at the Amphitheater. On next Tuesday, the Small City Hall is set to host an Imbube concert, which serves as a profound homage to African vocal ex...

Essential Accra Life: Must-Have List for Every Resident

A rt Saturday, May 31 at 15:00 Structures of Self: A Tactile Exploration by Koffi Maoko, Handmade. An Investigation into Embedded Garments Focusing on Identity, Form, and Fabric. @Front/Back, Osu – Accra. Community Sunday, June 1 - 6:00 PM . Tipsy Tile Tales. Unleash your creativity alone or with companions while painting tiles. Enjoy positive energy alongside endless servings of cocktails and champagne. @Accra Art District, Accra. Music Contemporary Friday, May 30 – 8 PM . Slow Jamz. Transporting you back with beloved timeless tracks. A grand clash of classics starring Rihanna & BeyoncĂ©. Presented by Sheldon the Turnup; musical direction by DJ Rudolf & Putin. @Exhale Lounge, East Legon – Accra. Wednesday, June 4 – at 10 PM . Seven Wednesdays. Experience the ambiance at the city's favorite mid-week gathering featuring special guest DJs. @Mood Bar Osu, Accra. Live Thursday, May 29 – 6:00 P...

Fosudo Speaks Out: Government Ignores Performing Arts Sector

The renowned Nigerian actor and academic, Professor Sola Fosudo, has voiced significant worries over the persistent disregard shown by both federal and state administrations towards the performing arts industry, highlighting specifically the absence of operational theater spaces available for Theater Arts graduates nationwide. In a recent discussion, Professor Fosudo from Lagos State University (LASU) lamented how various governments have failed to furnish essential facilities required for the professional growth of theater graduates following their educational instruction. The government hasn’t considered constructing multiple theaters for Theater Arts graduates to facilitate their employment and practical experience post-graduation," he remarked. "Instead, only one national theater was erected in Iganmu, Lagos. Hence, individuals residing in areas like Agege, Iyana Ipaja, and elsewhere within Lagos would need to travel all the way to Iganmu should there be ...

Kwara Govt Teams Up with Creative Industries to Foster Young Talent and Boost Job Creation (International Edition)

Creative professionals in Kwara State, collaborating with the state government, have initiated a program called Kwara Kre8 aimed at fostering young talents within the community. As stated by the initiators of the program headed by Adebisi Oyelere, this undertaking titled Professionalizing Nigeria’s Creative Sector: Possibilities, Obstacles, and Moral Issues—is set to focus primarily on photographers, filmmakers, social media personalities, content producers, narrators, and more. Oyelere said the programme will focus on creative professionals who leverage the digital space for exhibition, with an emphasis on promoting Kwara State’s culture, creativity, and talent globally. The event is set for June 19 at the Ilorin Innovation Hub, where the statement confirmed that Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, will be present at the first-ever Kwara Kre8. The announcement indicated that the event would include keynote speeches fro...

Banksy Strikes Again: Mysterious New Artwork Appears in France!

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Banksy has returned... and he / she They might have sailed across the Channel. On Thursday, in an Instagram update, Banksy presented his newest work: a traffic post shaped like a lighthouse shadow accompanied by the phrase "I want to be what you saw in me." The posting lacked both a caption and a location. In less than ten hours after being posted, the image garnered over 500,000 likes. Although Banksy's work often includes satire or social commentary, this latest piece has left enthusiasts puzzled. Perhaps a criticism of government monitoring? Perhaps a reflection on contemporary solitude? Could it be something deeper, a widespread sentiment marked by a hint of sadness? Banksy once again excels at transforming everyday objects into unexpectedly compelling pieces—serving as a powerful reminder that the commonplace items we encounter regularly can hold new significance based on ...

New Banksy Revealed: Can You Crack the Secret Location?

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The location of Banksy His most recent magnum opus has finally been unveiled after he had kept its location shrouded in secrecy. Yesterday, the 'guerrilla graffiti artist' shared an image of a lighthouse spray-painted on a beige wall with his 13.2 million followers online. Instagram . The art piece featured the phrase "I want you to be what you saw in me" and in another image, two individuals were spotted strolling by with their dogs. He revealed minimal details about the location this time, fueling speculations about its actual whereabouts globally. It has come to light, however, that this situation is based in Marseille. France - a metropolis boasting a long-standing tradition of street art. London The art dealership MyArtBroker mentioned that the mural is located on Rue Félix Freiger, and it was initially spotted in the vicinity over a week ago. The post on their website stated: "Apart from the aesthetic aspect, the placement of this...