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Silver Screen on the High Seas: Cunard Announces Three-year Partnership with British Film Institute for Queen Anne

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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The luxury cruise line has announced a three-year partnership with the UK's lead organization for film, TV, and the moving image.

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  • The luxury cruise line has announced a three-year partnership with the UK's lead organization for film, TV, and the moving image.
  • The collaboration will see a curated program of short films and beloved blockbusters shown exclusively on the outdoor screen in The Pavilion aboard Queen Anne.
  • We have dedicated spaces for film enthusiasts across the fleet, and our new ship Queen Anne will boast even more big screen experiences for guests.
  • For more information about Cunard, or to book a voyage, contact your Travel Advisor, call Cunard at 1-800-728-6273 or visit www.cunard.com .

AFROPOP SENSATION YEMI ALADE JOINS NONPROFIT WINFUND AS GLOBAL AMBASSADOR AND ANNOUNCES EXCLUSIVE LONDON ENGAGEMENT DURING HER AFRICAN BADDIE WORLD TOUR 2023

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Tuesday, May 23, 2023
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LONDON, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nonprofit group WiNFUND is pleased to announce Nigerian Afropop sensation Yemi Alade as its global ambassador. As part of her African Baddie World Tour 2023, the singer/songwriter, actress and activist will champion the healthcare access-boosting start-up, including with an exclusive London concert experience at the renowned Lio London club on 12 June 2023.

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  • LONDON, May 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nonprofit group WiNFUND is pleased to announce Nigerian Afropop sensation Yemi Alade as its global ambassador.
  • As part of her African Baddie World Tour 2023, the singer/songwriter, actress and activist will champion the healthcare access-boosting start-up, including with an exclusive London concert experience at the renowned Lio London club on 12 June 2023.
  • Her exclusive London show will be live-streamed around the world as a special ticketed event, so fans anywhere can join the movement with a WiNFUND NFT and help African women-led health start-ups.
  • Yemi Alade, WiNFUND ambassador, said: "It is an honour to represent the WiNFUND on a global stage.

Eurovision 2023: why the stage itself is the silent star of the contest

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Thursday, May 11, 2023
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While the contest’s rules state that it is a non-political event, it undeniably puts international relations on display.

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  • While the contest’s rules state that it is a non-political event, it undeniably puts international relations on display.
  • But while looking at different countries’ acts and voting patterns offers interesting insights, there is a silent star of the event that often goes unnoticed – the stage.

Staging a nation

    • Since the contest’s inception in 1956, there has been no serious discussion about the way Eurovision is an exercise in staging nation, nationality and nationalism in the literal sense – namely how these ideas inform the scenography.
    • It needs to provide a flexible, adaptable canvas for the wide-ranging individual acts of up to 44 countries.
    • At the same time, it must offer a memorable and distinct experience to measure up to previous iterations of the competition.
    • After the UK’s difficult departure from the EU, it now faces the challenge of staging itself as part of a united European community.

The UK after Brexit

    • And to what extent the UK will use this event, post-Brexit, to stage itself as a welcoming part of Europe.
    • The UK does have a history of highly successful agit-prop events, which have engaged audiences emotionally to shape public opinion.
    • In 2023, the UK sees itself in the middle of global instability and national tension over mounting authoritarianism and widening social divisions.

Elton John Honky Château 50th Anniversary Edition

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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"Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters (Live at The Royal Festival Hall, London 1972)" Video Unveiled – Watch HERE

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  • "Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters (Live at The Royal Festival Hall, London 1972)" Video Unveiled – Watch HERE
    "setting the stage for global conquest, it's surely his most pivotal [album]" 4* - MOJO
    LOS ANGELES, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, UMe releases the 50th anniversary edition of Elton John's seminal album Honky Château, out now on 2CD, 2LP, and limited-edition gold vinyl LP.
  • Originally released in May 1972, Honky Château was Elton's step into global superstardom, spawning classics such as "Rocket Man," "Honky Cat" and "Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters."
  • Elton, Bernie and the band - performing together on record for the first time - decamped to the Château for week's pre-production on Honky Château in January 1972.
  • Honky Château became the first of six consecutive Billboard Hot 100 No 1 albums.

Elton John Honky Château 50th Anniversary Reissue Announced

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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Includes an eight-page booklet containing rare photos, memorabilia and an essay featuring interviews from those who were there at the time

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  • Includes an eight-page booklet containing rare photos, memorabilia and an essay featuring interviews from those who were there at the time
    LOS ANGELES, Feb. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UMe today announces the 50th-anniversary reissue of Elton John's Honky Château.
  • "Rocket Man (Live at The Festival Hall, London 1972)" and "Mellow" (Session Demo) are also unveiled today as the first instant grats available from Honky Château 50th Anniversary Edition.
  • Elton, Bernie and the band - performing together on record for the first time - decamped to the Château for week's pre-production on Honky Château in January 1972.
  • Still a shining jewel in Elton's back catalogue, Honky Château was the album that announced his arrival on the world stage.

LONGY SCHOOL OF MUSIC STUDENT, COMPOSER, AND PIANIST ARSON FAHIM HOSTS CELEBRATION OF AFGHAN MUSIC AND DEBUTS ORIGINAL COMPOSITION WITH THE LONDON PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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Longy School of Music student, pianist, and composer Arson Fahim plans a "Concert in Solidarity with Afghan Musicians."

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  • Longy School of Music student, pianist, and composer Arson Fahim plans a "Concert in Solidarity with Afghan Musicians."
  • He arrived in the US just two weeks before the Taliban took control of Kabul in the summer of 2021.
  • "Concert in Solidarity with Afghan Musicians" will feature arrangements of traditional Afghan music as well as music by Afghan composers, including original compositions by Arson and Longy classmate Qudrat Wasefi.
  • Longy prepares students to engage audiences; teach anyone, anywhere; and make a difference with their music.

WORLD-RENOWNED COMPOSER BRIAN TYLER TO BE HONORED AS A BMI ICON AT THE 38TH ANNUAL BMI FILM, TV AND VISUAL MEDIA AWARDS

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Thursday, April 14, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, April 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI (Broadcast Music, Inc.) is proud to name esteemed composer Brian Tyler as a BMI Icon at the 38th Annual BMI Film, TV and Visual Media Awards on May 11th in Beverly Hills, CA. Tyler will be receiving the highest honor of the evening for his exceptional body of work and phenomenal success as a composer, orchestral conductor and music producer. In addition, the BMI Impact Award will be presented to the ensemble of BMI's female composers who scored the ground-breaking Women Warriors: The Voices of Change project, celebrating the female activists who have fought for human rights and equality over the years. The private ceremony will be hosted by BMI President and CEO Mike O'Neill and BMI Senior Vice President, Creative, Alex Flores.

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  • "It is our honor to celebrate Brian Tyler's musical accomplishments by presenting him with the BMI Icon Award," saidFlores.
  • "As one of today's most prolific composers, Brian has scored countless hits across film, TV and gaming, resonating with millions of fans worldwide.
  • We're looking forward to a magnificent night celebrating the best in film, TV and visual media scoring."
  • Throughout his career, Tyler has amassed numerous accolades including 34 BMI Awards, three Emmy Award nominations, and 12 GoldSpirit Awards, including Composer of the Year.

The Penelopes are Bringing French Style to Robert Smith's Meltdown Festival

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Wednesday, June 13, 2018
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Robert Smith curates the UK's longest-running artist-curated music festival in its 25th year.Meltdownis one of the UK's most anticipated music events each year, in which an iconic artist selects their own personal festival, revealing their interests and influences.

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  • Robert Smith curates the UK's longest-running artist-curated music festival in its 25th year.Meltdownis one of the UK's most anticipated music events each year, in which an iconic artist selects their own personal festival, revealing their interests and influences.
  • Robert Smith follows in the footsteps of legendary curators like Patti Smith, Nick Cave, Yoko Ono, Massive Attack, Ornette Coleman and 2017's M.I.A.
  • A few selected songs will be premiered this Sunday live at Robert Smith's Meltdown Festival.
  • Southbank Centre / Royal Festival Hall Riverside Terrace, Level 2, outside Royal Festival Hall