Exhibition brings ancient Book of the Dead to life
The British Museum opens a major Egyptian exhibition detailing the 3500-year old Book of the Dead. Curator John Taylor notes Egyptians valued life over death as the show covers 200 spells, papyrus scrolls, mummies, gilded masks, and coffin art.
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American Ballet Theatre Honors Cuban Legend in Havana
The American Ballet Theatre arrives in Havana to honor Alicia Alonso, Cuba’s famed ballerina and founder of the National Ballet, in a historic visit aimed at cultural exchange rather than politics. Artistic director Kevin McKenzie insists dancers act as artists, not politicians, hoping for broader dialogue across the Straits of Florida.
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Andrew Veyette
New York City Ballet
George Balanchine
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