Festivals & Events
On-the-ground coverage from the world's most important film festivals and art biennales.
House of the Dragon Season 3 Opens Taormina Film Festival
The first episode of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” Season 3 will not just debut in London, but will also open the prestigious Taormina Film Festival in Sicily, according to Variety .
Top 7 Cultural Festivals and Events for Summer 2026
Cleveland's summer 2026 calendar boasts 7 cultural festivals, making the simple act of choosing a weekend activity a surprisingly complex endeavor.
Los Javis Cast Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close in La Bola Negra
Hollywood legends Penélope Cruz and Glenn Close will star in 'La Bola Negra,' a Spanish film by Los Javis, set to premiere in competition at the Cannes Film Festival in 2026.
Na Hong-jin Confirms Hope Sequel Script; Hwang Jung-min, Zo In-sung
Before audiences have even seen Na Hong-jin's new sci-fi epic 'Hope,' the director has confirmed a sequel script already exists, Variety reports.
Julianne Moore Honored at Cannes Women in Motion Awards
Julianne Moore, the only American woman to win top acting honors at Berlin, Venice, and Cannes, used her platform at the Kering Women in Motion dinner to declare a persistent cultural assumption: wome
How Monsterball Sydney Transforms Corporate Family Days into Unforgettable Events (2026 Guide)
Monsterball Sydney transforms corporate family days into unforgettable, high-impact events that foster genuine connection and employee engagement, moving beyond passive gatherings to immersive experiences. They prioritize safety and liability-free events, backed by significant public liability insurance and WorkSafe compliance.
Fall 2026 Film Festivals, Including London's BFI Oct 7-18
While standard tickets for the BFI London Film Festival's Opening Night Gala start at £10, a fundraising ticket for the same event costs £1,000.
Commercial Models Reshape Physical Art Exhibitions
A Saturday ticket to an immersive Van Gogh experience in London costs £25, a price point that starkly illuminates the commercial pivot of physical art exhibitions.
What Is the Significance of Different Cultural Festivals?
The Des Moines Art Festival alone draws over 200,000 people, transforming a local cultural celebration into a massive economic and social magnet, according to Cenex .