Bubble Schmeisis is a fun and funny 70 minute show about a man and his journey to get a Schmeiss (cleaning ritual at the baths). Nick Cassenbaum is wonderful, and warm, as the Jewish man on that journey where he takes us through London (with the help of two musicians) to get to the Docklands Steam & Sauna. He describes taking this journey from his grandfather Papa Alan’s gaff (home) near Edgeware all the way to east London. Many stops are on the way while he talk a bit about his life and many many Jewish customs, including Bar Mitzvah…
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Cannes, France – The Cannes Film Festival is set to light up the Croisette once again with the return of Cinéma de la Plage, a nightly open-air cinema event transforming Plage Macé, opposite the Majestic hotel, into a cinematic celebration under the stars. Running alongside the main events of the 78th edition of the Festival, this beloved tradition is free and open to all, welcoming cinephiles and casual visitors alike for screenings that span world cinema classics, premieres, and restored gems. From May 13 to May 24, audiences can enjoy a global journey through cinema — from Japanese animation to…
Cannes, France – 78th Cannes film Festival has officially announced the final additions to its 78th edition’s prestigious Official Selection, solidifying the lineup ahead of the globally anticipated event. In the Competition category, acclaimed director Bi Gan will present RÉSURRECTION, marking a highly awaited entry into this year’s main slate. Joining the Out of Competition section is 13 JOURS, 13 NUITS, directed by Martin Bourboulon, promising an engaging cinematic experience beyond the race for the Palme d’Or. A powerful addition to the Special Screenings segment is THE SIX BILLION DOLLAR MAN by Eugene Jarecki, which is expected to spark conversation…
Inspired by a true story, Faygele solemnly recounts the story of a young Jewish boy growing up as gay in a community that does not accept who he is. Ilan Galkoff plays Ari Freed, and Faygele (which means faggot in Yiddish) opens up with Ari speaking about his life, with a coffin in the middle of the room, and a photo of Ari as a young boy. At this point we know that Ari is no longer alive. So Faygele brilliantly, and emotionally, recounts his young life and the people around him who don’t accept him. Ben Caplan and Clara…
7 May 2025, London – BAFTA today announces that applications are now open for its flagship talent initiative, BAFTA Breakthrough UK, supported by Netflix. Now in its 12th year, BAFTA Breakthrough UK is the arts charity’s premier programme dedicated to spotlighting and supporting outstanding emerging talent in film, games, and television. The initiative plays a central role in BAFTA’s year-round work to nurture and develop creative talent, offering unique access to career development opportunities and building connections across the industry. BAFTA is committed to removing barriers to entry and progression in the screen industries through a wide range of…
Istanbul, March 7, 2025 — Texhibition Istanbul was held for the 7th time from March 5 to 7, 2025, and once again became a major event for the global textile industry. The exhibition welcomed over 500 companies and 22,623 visitors from 106 countries, making it one of the most important textile shows in the world. Texhibition Istanbul gave businesses a chance to show new collections, share fresh ideas, and build new partnerships. Over 6,000 buyers met with exhibitors, including famous international brands like Nike, Alexander Wang, Asos, Joseph Ribkoff, and Simons from Canada. The event included special areas such as…
The fifth season of London Fashion Day took place on 26 April 2025 in the historical setting of St John’s Church, Hyde Park — a space where modern creativity met classical architecture to honour what is most valuable: the human being. London Fashion Day is a platform founded to support and amplify the voices of emerging and independent designers. With a clear mission to create visibility, opportunity and meaningful connections, LFD offers a space where fashion becomes more than an industry — it becomes a dialogue between people, cultures and creative visions. As an international and cross-cultural project, London Fashion…
The Cannes Film Festival will open its Cannes Classics 2025 program on May 13 with a special showing of Charlie Chaplin’s The Gold Rush, celebrating its 100th birthday. This year’s lineup brings back many great films and honors famous people from movie history. One of the big highlights is the 25th anniversary of Amores Perros by director Alejandro G. Iñárritu, who will be there at the festival. There will also be a special showing of Yi Yi, a well-loved film by Taiwanese director Edward Yang. A new movie by Diane Kurys about the famous French couple Yves Montand and Simone…
MAROC FASHION WEEK 2025 “THE FASHION OF YESTERDAY AND TODAY” AT THE MUSEUM OF MOROCCAN CULINARY ART IN MARRAKECH AN EXPERIENCE OF SARTORIAL ART AND GASTRONOMY Marrakech, April 2025 – On Saturday, April 26, the Museum of Moroccan Culinary Art hosted “The Fashion of Yesterday and Today,” an event that celebrated the fusion of Moroccan fashion and gastronomy. The evening began with a visit to an exhibition of vintage caftans, true symbols of Morocco’s rich sartorial heritage. The program continued with four fashion shows: First, an exclusive presentation of caftans from private Moroccan collections. Then, a showcase of traditional Azerbaijani…
My Master Builder the play, as you might’ve guessed, is about a starchitect (star architect), and the women in his life. It’s also about the intertwining of the relationships between the five characters (all with extreme personalities) in this play – so much so that it’s dizzying as well as unbelievable with an ending not worthy of its cast. Here is the plot – let’s see if you can keep up. Elena Solness (Kate Fleetwood), on the eve of the 4th of July in the Hamptons, hosts a dinner party in honor of her husband Henry’s (Ewan McGregor) unveiling of…