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Magnum photographer Matt Black traveled 100,000 miles through 46 US states for his project 'American Geography.' The result is a visual diary of people and places on society's margins, with gripping photos, and notes on the end of the American Dream.
What makes Americans tick? The Swiss photographer couple Braschler/Fischer set out on an extensive journey to meet US citizens on different sides of the societal divide. The result is ‘Divided We Stand’, which features 82 portraits and statements.
William Kentridge is South Africa’s best-known artist. But what makes his work so alluring? An exhibition in Hamburg finds out by tracing each stroke of his brush.
Carl Krone tamed wild lions and taught elephants how to ride a bicycle. His name and legacy continue to define Europe's largest circus — which is finding innovative ways to survive a pandemic.
Currently exhibiting in Berlin, the Nigerian artist has been labeled the top art 'star of tomorrow' by Kunstkompass. In her art, Otobong Nkanga examines human exploitation of land.
Did #MeToo manage to "kill the patriarchy" or does toxic masculinity still reign supreme? An exhibition in London explores male self-image in a globally connected era, where gender standards are constantly changing.
As movements such as #MeToo challenge commonly held beliefs, the Gropius-Bau Museum in Berlin is now examining male identities through photography.
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The US is drifting apart – both politically and culturally. Voices from a divided country.
Does Germany have a world-class cultural scene? We look at 10 popular myths about culture in Germany and see how they stand up to the facts. It's not an easy task in a place where culture is considered holy.
The celebrated performer talks about a struggling classical music industry, and makes a plea to politicians to better support musicians during the ongoing pandemic.
Mutter is not only one of the world's most celebrated violinists but also an advocate for human rights — and now the politics surrounding the coronavirus.
Amid a growing crackdown on opposition to Chinese rule, the leading activist is counting on international support for Hong Kong's pro-democracy movement.
In the early 1970s, Bowie was joined on tour by childhood pal Geoff MacCormack, who captured the action with his camera. The photos are now on display at Brighton Museum.
Everything's different in 2020. Festivals cancelled, halls empty. What's left? The imagination of music makers, and that, like music itself, is infinite.
Premiering 80 years ago, "The Great Dictator" was the first major Hollywood production to take a clear stance against the Nazis: With parody and satire.
What would Beethoven have done if he'd lived today? Twelve young artists pursue this question.
In focus at the Frankfurt Book Fair, Canada showcases the "singular plurality" of its literature — a diversity indigenous authors definitely contribute to.
As the Frankfurt Book Fair kicks off, Germany's prestigious literary prize has been awarded to Anne Weber for her novel "Annette, ein Heldinnenepos." She beat a record number of nominations to become this year's winner.
