Voodoo Experience returns to New Orleans Halloween weekendOctober 5th, 2009 Voodoo Experience returns to New OrleansNEW ORLEANS — The Voodoo Experience alternative music festival returns to New Orleans for the three-day Halloween weekend with a diverse lineup that includes Eminem, Kiss, Jane's Addiction and Widespread Panic. The event runs Oct.
Exhibit on 2nd half of Renoir's career opens in Paris, shows more traditional styleSeptember 22nd, 2009 Show on 2nd half of Renoir's career opens in ParisPARIS — An exhibit opening Tuesday in Paris showcases artwork from the second half of Auguste Renoir's career, when he changed course in his 40s to experiment with a more classical style. "Renoir in the 20th Century," showing at the Grand Palais, includes some paintings, drawings and sculptures that are little known to the public.
Bob Dylan to exhibit his newest acrylic paintings in Denmark in 2010September 16th, 2009 Bob Dylan to exhibit new paintings in DenmarkCOPENHAGEN — Denmark's National Gallery says it will exhibit some 100 works by Bob Dylan, including some of his newest acrylic paintings. The museum says some 30 canvasses from Dylan's forthcoming Brazil Series have never been put on exhibit before.
Oprah Winfrey supporting Met fashion exhibit on American women, will co-host galaSeptember 9th, 2009 Oprah Winfrey hosting Met's fashion galaNEW YORK — Oprah Winfrey is on board to host the annual gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute next spring, supporting an exhibit that focuses on the style of American women. "American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity" will trace the archetypes of dress and femininity from 1890 to 1940, and then examine how they affect how women are perceived today.
Political power couple, Carville and Matalin, to head Host Committee for 2013 Super BowlSeptember 3rd, 2009 Carville, Matalin to head Super Bowl committeeNEW ORLEANS — Husband-and-wife political consultants James Carville and Mary Matalin, who live in New Orleans, will be the co-chairs of the host committee for the 2013 Super Bowl, which will be played in the Louisiana Superdome. Led by the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, the Super Bowl Host Committee will be comprised of leaders from the hospitality, tourism, and economic development industries in New Orleans and Louisiana.
Bulloch & James Move To New OrleansSeptember 1st, 2009 SANDRA BULLOCK and JESSE JAMES have snapped up an architectural wonder in New Orleans, Louisiana. The actress and her celebrity mechanic husband are the new owners of the Coliseum Street mansion that architect William Freret built in 1876 for former U.S.
Tickets on sale for Chinese terra cotta warriors exhibit in WashingtonAugust 31st, 2009 Tickets on sale for terra cotta warriors exhibitWASHINGTON — Fifteen of China's famous terra cotta warriors are coming to Washington in November for an exhibit at the National Geographic Museum. It's the final U.S.
Jamie Foxx brings music, laughs to New Orleans as city prepares for anniversary of KatrinaAugust 28th, 2009 Jamie Foxx brings music, laughs to New OrleansNEW ORLEANS — Just two days shy of the fourth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, entertainer Jamie Foxx brought some music and laughter to New Orleans with his "Blame It" tour. Foxx joked with the enthusiastic crowd of thousands at the New Orleans Arena on Thursday night.
Kim Kardashian, Reggie Bush back together?August 27th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Kim Kardashian and ex-boyfriend Reggie Bush have reunited, claim American reports. The couple had broken up in July this year after rumours of both cheating were doing the rounds.
Judge approves deal for concert promoter to exhibit Michael Jackson memorabiliaAugust 22nd, 2009 Judge approves Michael Jackson memorabilia dealLOS ANGELES — A judge has approved a deal between Michael Jackson's estate and concert promoter AEG Live to exhibit the King of Pop's memorabilia, over the objections of the singer's mother. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Mitchell Beckloff approved the deal after an evidentiary hearing Friday.
New exhibit showcases the art of office furniture design, focusing on Herman MillerAugust 20th, 2009 Office furniture exhibit emphasizes art of designMUSKEGON, Mich. — The art of office furniture design is the focus of a new exhibition of Herman Miller Inc.
Beyonce, Lionel Richie, Anita Baker headline 2009 Essence Music Festival in New OrleansJuly 2nd, 2009 2009 Essence Fest begins Friday in New OrleansNEW ORLEANS — When the Essence Music Festival kicks off in New Orleans on Friday, singer Lionel Richie says the celebration of black music and culture will provide some comfort following Michael Jackson's death. Richie, a longtime friend of the pop superstar, says going to New Orleans for Essence is a homecoming of sorts that will give him and others comfort and a chance to regroup.
Rock and Hall Hall of Fame and Museum to commemorate Woodstock with new exhibitJune 23rd, 2009 Rock Hall to put on Woodstock anniversary exhibitNEW YORK — Peace and love will last a lot longer than three days at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, which is celebrating Woodstock's 40th anniversary with a new exhibit. From July 3 to November 29, the Cleveland-based center will feature items from the legendary three-day weekend in upstate New York.
Tearful Yoko Ono previews items from Rock Hall's John Lennon exhibit, including bloody clothesMay 12th, 2009 Tearful Yoko Ono talks about John Lennon exhibitNEW YORK — A new John Lennon exhibit is particularly emotional for his widow, Yoko Ono. Besides guitars and other items, it also includes a paper bag containing the bloody clothes from the night he was shot to death.
HBO will make series about New Orleans post-KatrinaMay 6th, 2009 HBO gives go-ahead to series about New OrleansNEW YORK — HBO has given the go-ahead to a new series about New Orleans and its ongoing effort to recover from Hurricane Katrina. It's called "Treme" (truh-MAY') after a Creole neighborhood with a rich musical tradition.
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