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Today’s AJ Highlights

  1. Black Artists And Performers Claim Egypt For Africa At The Met
    “By staging performances within the Met’s hallowed halls, these artists challenge traditional narratives of Egyptian art as solely Middle Eastern, highlighting its African roots.”The New York Times
  2. Restoration Of Rembrandt’s “Night Watchman” Begins In Public
    “Restorers at the Rijksmuseum are working in a specially designed glass chamber in full view of the public, combining transparency with cultural preservation.”ARTnews
  3. Major Test For The State Of The Art Market This Week
    “Buyers will compete to own over 1,600 lots, with sales expected to exceed $1.1 billion, reflecting shifts in collector behavior and market trends.”The New York Times
  4. How Immersive Dining Shows Became A Popular Art
    “Food is a grounding experience, but immersive dining combines culinary and theatrical arts, creating a new hybrid form of audience engagement.”The Stage
  5. Why More Women Than Men Enjoy True Crime
    “True crime reflects a moral universe where victims get justice, appealing to women by addressing themes of vulnerability and empowerment.”The New York Times

Skip down to read the rest of the stories we’ve collected in the past day, organized by art form. See you tomorrow.

Doug

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