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Linda Jarrett just became the oldest female unicycle rider ever recorded at 69 years old, performing in The Nutcracker while breaking her own previous record. After 59 years of riding and a career spanning Hollywood stunts to trapeze acts, she's proving that passion has no expiration date.
A 1,800-year-old Roman mosaic shows a woman wielding a whip against a leopard, the first known depiction of a female beast-fighter in ancient arenas. The discovery rewrites what we know about women's roles in Roman spectacles and adds 50 years to their documented history as arena performers.
One of Europe's largest inclusive arts festivals will bring performers from around the world to Wales this summer. The Unity Festival champions neurodivergent artists through week-long celebrations in Cardiff, Llanelli, and Mold.
Musicians in Azerbaijan are sharing centuries-old musical traditions with modern audiences through international festivals. UNESCO-recognized art forms mugham and ashiq are thriving as performers honor the past while creating connections today.
For over 30 years, the Pete Schuster Memorial Broom Squad has gathered each spring to transform Peninsula Players Theatre from winter slumber into a welcoming home for performers. This May 9th, nearly 90 volunteers will sweep, dust, and spruce up the Fish Creek theater, proving that community spirit is alive and well in Door County.
A New Zealand performer is earning standing ovations at Auckland's Civic Theatre for her powerhouse role in &Juliet, a pop-fueled reimagining of Shakespeare's classic that asks: what if Juliet chose herself instead? The show combines iconic hits from the '90s and 2000s with dazzling choreography and pure joy.
After beating cancer, professional circus performer Kylie Simpson used aerial arts to rebuild her strength and reclaim her career. She now runs a major entertainment company and inspires others through her story.
A prestigious Japanese AI lab is opening its doors to Filipino students with a free three-month course that's already trained thousands worldwide. Applications close April 7, with top performers earning a trip to Japan.
A leading Japanese AI laboratory just opened a free three-month course to Filipino students, following a historic partnership with Ateneo de Manila University. Top performers get invited to study in Japan.
Divine Mission Academy from Ghana claimed their second primary school quiz championship in three years, with their star student named best performer. The victory came after months of dedicated late-night practice sessions that paid off in a nail-biting finale.
South Dakota's Augustana University just approved its first-ever Bachelor of Music in Performance, giving aspiring musicians the specialized training they need to become professional performers. Starting fall 2026, students can finally dedicate the time and structure required to master their craft without burning out.
The Australian Youth Orchestra is premiering a saxophone concerto inspired by Einstein tiles and string theory at Brisbane's World Science Festival. Young performers are discovering how mathematical patterns and musical harmonies speak the same universal language.
After tornadoes ripped through Rogers, Arkansas on Memorial Day 2024, the nearly century-old Victory Theater is set to welcome audiences back this April. A generous donation kept performers rehearsing while their beloved home was rebuilt.
Young artists in Azerbaijan's capital are transforming electronic music into a powerful platform for cultural exchange and creative expression. The movement connects local DJs with international performers, building bridges through beats and bass.
A London theatre charity is helping prisoners and ex-offenders find new careers on stage and screen. Their program has launched dozens into the creative industry while changing how society sees people behind bars.
A folk dancer who accidentally entered the film industry as a stunt double has become a leading actress, taking on 14 roles in a single year. Li Yitong's journey from behind-the-scenes performer to stardom shows how talent and persistence can transform unexpected opportunities into success.
Over 2,000 performers filled Madrid's streets with Irish music and dancing as the Spanish capital celebrated its 4th annual Ireland Week. The vibrant parade brought Celtic culture to life with 700 bagpipers leading the celebration.
For three decades, Tokyo's Omotesando district has transformed into a sea of green for Asia's largest St. Patrick's Day celebration. This year's 30th anniversary brought together hundreds of performers in a vibrant display of Irish culture thriving thousands of miles from home.
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Three Johannesburg street performers are transforming busy intersections into stages with living statue performances, finding purpose and community despite earning as little as R140 a day. Their dedication to bringing joy to commuters shows how creativity thrives even in tough times. ##
Entertainment legend Donny Osmond performs nightly with a digital recreation of his teenage self in his Las Vegas show, using AI technology that combines vintage photos, voice samples, and his grandson's movements. The 66-year-old performer says looking at his 14-year-old self "never gets old."
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