In this interview, Chinese protest artist Ai Weiwei reflects on his past work and talks about his current endeavors and outlook.
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What It Means to Live Life Working in the U.S. on a Visa
In an online art exhibit, the Smithsonian Asian Pacific American Center explores the lives of individuals who have visas to work in the United States. Read the article for background and click “H-1B” in the first paragraph to access the artwork.
Toil and Trouble: The Curse of Macbeth
Actors have long avoided saying the title of Shakespeare’s shortest tragedy inside theaters in fear of the famed “curse of Macbeth.” What’s the evidence for such a curse, though?
The Forgotten Female Action Stars of the 1910s
Action-adventure heroes aren’t only men. Early films starred many women in action roles, even performing daring feats in ankle-length skirts! Learn about the tales told in their films.
A Masterly Emily Dickinson Movie
Film critic Richard Brody reviews a new biopic about poet Emily Dickisnson, who was born in Amherst, Massachusetts, and lived most of her life there.
The Silent Era of Horror Movies
Almost from the beginning of film, there have been movies made to frighten viewers. Learn about and watch some classics of the genre.
James Thurber Lost Most of His Eyesight to a Tragic Childhood Accident
Writer and cartoonist James Thurber was once the most popular humorist in America. To reach that peak, the author of “The Macbeth Murder Mystery” had to overcome considerable hardship.
Reel Life: The mesmerizing saga of “56 Up”
In the early 1960s, a young filmmaker named Michael Apted worked on a television documentary about how a group of seven-year-olds from different classes viewed their lives. “7 Up” was followed by “14 Up,” “21 Up,” and so on, checking in with the same group of subjects every seven years. Apted’s extraordinary look at ordinary lives continues with “56 Up.”
In Focus: The Prince and the Pauper
The theme of class can be reflected in photographs as well as prose. Compare Twain’s story with the 1920 King George V incident.
How Andy Serkis is bringing holographic magic to Shakespeare’s The Tempest
The Royal Shakespeare Company will use sophisticated technology to re-tell The Tempest in an exciting new way in a late 2016 production.
A War of Words
Dartmouth College professor Colleen Glenney Boggs discusses the impact of literature on the Civil War.
Van Gogh and the decision that changed art history
Vincent Van Gogh turned his failure as a rural preacher into the art that makes him revered as an innovator today.
“Macbeth” Movie Review
Every director approaches Shakespeare’s work in his or her own way. Find out how well the latest film adaptation of the Scottish play works.
The Fairy Tales That Predate Christianity
Could the tale of Little Red Riding Hood be more than 2,000 years old? Find out about its evolution and the 58 different versions related to this familiar tale.
Egypt’s Oldest Known Art Identified, Is 15,000 Years Old
Thousands of years ago, rock paintings and etchings were the way to make your voice heard. This article proves the message is still being heard today.
‘Back to Bed’: The Creepy, Addictive Game About Sleepwalking
Imagine a dreamlike-world where things are not quite what they seem! The concept for the beautifully hand-drawn game “Back to Bed” was inspired by surrealist artists like Dali and M.C. Escher.
Interview With A Vampire Maker – The Face Behind The Horror
Abi Gordon-Cody is a self-taught UK special effects artist. The creative household she grew up in inspired her love of special effects make-up.
Too Consumed to Ingest the world around us?
What’s more important to you; actually enjoying the moment or taking a photo of the particular moment to show that you were enjoying it?
Teenage Artist Donates $1 Million to Charity
Jeff Hanson has a visual impairment himself but has used his talent as an artist to hugely benefit those less fortunate.
Robert Frost Biography
An acclaimed American poet, Robert Frost didn’t have any of his work published until after he was 40 years old. He went on to receive much recognition and many awards, including four Pulitzer Prizes.