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Glenn Green Galleries + Sculpture Garden Offers Rare Experience for Art Lovers in the Historical Valley of Tesuque, New Mexico

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Recently mentioned in the Wall Street Journal, the Glenn Green Galleries + Sculpture Garden has been offering select artists’ work for more than five decades.

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  • Recently mentioned in the Wall Street Journal, the Glenn Green Galleries + Sculpture Garden has been offering select artists’ work for more than five decades.
  • It has become an art destination in its own right and features major sculpture and contemporary art by a hand-picked group of international artists.
  • The lush verdant sculpture garden sits on four acres of land and is the only venue of its kind in the Southwest.
  • In the early 1960s, Green opened a custom picture framing shop which grew organically into a fine art gallery.

United States Mint Announces 2024 American Women Quarters™ Program Honorees

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Washington, DC, Feb. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) is pleased to announce the following 2024 honorees for the American Women Quarters™ Program:

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  • Washington, DC, Feb. 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United States Mint (Mint) is pleased to announce the following 2024 honorees for the American Women Quarters™ Program:
    Patsy Takemoto Mink was the first woman of color to serve in Congress.
  • Authorized by Public Law 116-330 , the American Women Quarters Program features coins with reverse (tails) designs emblematic of the accomplishments and contributions of American women.
  • We invite you to learn more and subscribe to the American Women Quarters Program today.
  • Limited quantities will be produced, so sign up to ensure you receive a complete collection of American Women Quarters Program numismatic products.

Genius Brands Signs National Retail Deal With Hot Topic for the Stan Lee Brand

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Brands International (Genius Brands) (NASDAQ: GNUS) announced today its first direct-to-retail program with specialty retailer, Hot Topic, to create a line of apparel for the Stan Lee brand as part of this years Stan Lee Centennial celebration campaign.

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Nov. 16, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Genius Brands International (Genius Brands) (NASDAQ: GNUS) announced today its first direct-to-retail program with specialty retailer, Hot Topic, to create a line of apparel for the Stan Lee brand as part of this years Stan Lee Centennial celebration campaign.
  • This years Stan Lee Centennial campaign, celebrating Stans 100th birthday, is the first phase of a much broader Stan Lee Universe program.
  • Under the new deal, Hot Topic will create an exclusive line of officially licensed Stan Lee-branded print-on-demand apparel, available at Hottopic.com in time for holiday.
  • Genius Brands Chief Brand Officer Kerry Phelan stated: We are launching the Stan Lee Centennial campaign to carry on his legacy for his millions of fans worldwide.

Impulses Dance Theatre Arts, Inc. Announces New Film "Dancing Without Steps: The Art of Improvisation with Margaret Beals"

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Impulses Dance Theatre Arts, Inc. today announced the release of "Dancing Without Steps: The Art of Improvisation with Margaret Beals" introduced by National Medal of Art recipient Meredith Monk.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Impulses Dance Theatre Arts, Inc. today announced the release of "Dancing Without Steps: The Art of Improvisation with Margaret Beals" introduced by National Medal of Art recipient Meredith Monk.
  • This short documentary represents a life's journey for Margaret Beals, a solo performer since the 1960s best known for her improvisational artistry in dance and theatre.
  • It is under consideration for art, dance, and women-centric film festivals with a premiere in late 2022.
  • Ms. Beals, Jackson Pollock, Keith Jarrett and others reveal their creative process, offering young artists an opportunity to explore the freedom and authenticity of improvisation.

Toby Keith to be Honored with BMI Icon Award at the 2022 BMI Country Awards

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Thursday, October 6, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadcast Music, Inc.®, (BMI®), will celebrate the extraordinary career of Toby Keith by presenting him with the BMI Icon Award at the company's 70th annual BMI Country Awards, to be held at BMI's Nashville office on November 8, 2022. BMI President and CEO Mike O'Neill will host the ceremony with Clay Bradley, BMI Vice President, Creative, Nashville.

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  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Broadcast Music, Inc., (BMI), will celebrate the extraordinary career of Toby Keith by presenting him with the BMI Icon Award at the company's 70th annual BMI Country Awards, to be held at BMI's Nashville office on November 8, 2022.
  • BMI President and CEO Mike O'Neill will host the ceremony with Clay Bradley, BMI Vice President, Creative, Nashville.
  • The BMI Icon Award is given to exceptional songwriters in recognition of their "unique and indelible influence on generations of music makers."
  • "We are honored to present Toby Keith with this year's BMI Icon Award.

Genius Brands Signs 20-Year Deal with Marvel Studios to License “Stan Lee” for Use in Future Feature Films, Television Productions, and Disney Theme Parks and Experiences

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stan Lee Universe, LLC, Genius Brands Internationals Genius Brands (NASDAQ: GNUS) controlled venture with POW!

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  • BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stan Lee Universe, LLC, Genius Brands Internationals Genius Brands (NASDAQ: GNUS) controlled venture with POW!
  • Entertainment, has signed a 20-year deal to license the name and likeness of Stan Leeto Marvel Studios for future feature films and television productions, as well as use in Disney theme parks and experiences worldwide.
  • And, there is no better place than Marvel and Disney where Stan should be for his movies and theme park experiences.
  • Exclusive rights to use Stan Lees name, voice, likeness and signature in theme parks, water parks, cruise lines and in-park merchandise were included for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products as part of the deal.

ARCHITECT BILLIE TSIEN TO RECEIVE HONORARY DOCTORATE AT THE BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE'S 2022 COMMENCEMENT

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Thursday, May 12, 2022

BOSTON, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Noted architect, educator, and practitioner, Billie Tsien , architect of the Barack Obama Presidential Library , and a founding partner of New York City based studio Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects | Partners to receive an Honorary Doctorate and deliver The Boston Architectural College's commencement speech at its graduation ceremony on Friday, May 27.

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  • BOSTON, May 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Noted architect, educator, and practitioner, Billie Tsien , architect of the Barack Obama Presidential Library , and a founding partner of New York City based studio Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects | Partners to receive an Honorary Doctorate and deliver The Boston Architectural College's commencement speech at its graduation ceremony on Friday, May 27.
  • "It is an immense privilege to have Billie Tsien deliver the BAC's commencement address to our graduating class in-person this year," said President Mahesh Daas.
  • Her practice is committed to reflecting the values of non-profit, cultural and academic institutions toward an architecture of enduring vision.
  • In anticipation of her commencement speech, Billie Tsien reflected, "I have long admired the process of teaching at the BAC, which pairs practical experience with studio experience.

STREET NAMED IN HONOR OF LEGENDARY BALLET DANCER AND ARTS EDUCATION LUMINARY JACQUES D'AMBOISE

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Friday, May 6, 2022

NEW YORK, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A street in New York City has been named in commemoration of the life and achievements of Jacques d'Amboise, legendary ballet dancer and founder of the arts education organization National Dance Institute (NDI). The northwest corner of West 64th Street and Columbus Avenue in front of New York's Lincoln Center now displays the name Jacques d'Amboise Place. The ceremony took place adjacent to New York City Ballet where Mr. d'Amboise called home for 35 years. Mr. d'Amboise passed away just one year ago, leaving a legacy of giving children everywhere access to the joy and transformative power of the arts through NDI, the organization he founded 46 years ago.

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  • NEW YORK, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A street in New York City has been named in commemoration of the life and achievements of Jacques d'Amboise, legendary ballet dancer and founder of the arts education organization National Dance Institute (NDI).
  • The northwest corner of West 64th Street and Columbus Avenue in front of New York's Lincoln Center now displays the name Jacques d'Amboise Place.
  • "Jacques d'Amboise leaves behind a wonderful legacy that inspires artists to continue Manhattan's prominence as a global center of music, dance, theater, and the visual arts.
  • The Jacques d'Amboise Legacy Fund has been established to support artistic endeavors that honor his vision, creativity, and commitment to arts education.

ACCLAIMED OPERA SINGER TO PERFORM AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN'S BRANSCOMB AUDITORIUM IN JANUARY

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Monday, January 3, 2022

Fleming, a world-renowned opera singer, will bring her impressive vocal talents to Florida Southern College's Branscomb Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Jan. 8 alongside the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra.

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  • Fleming, a world-renowned opera singer, will bring her impressive vocal talents to Florida Southern College's Branscomb Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Jan. 8 alongside the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra.
  • The performance will be the only orchestral backed concert of her tour stops in Florida.
  • "It's a significant event for Lakeland," said Amy Wiggins, the Director of the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra.
  • Fleming will perform not only an array of opera arias, but also popular music from Broadway and movies.

The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Appoints Eric Pryor as Its Next President

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is pleased to announce that Eric Pryor has been appointed president of the historic museum and college, beginning January 18, 2022.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is pleased to announce that Eric Pryor has been appointed president of the historic museum and college, beginning January 18, 2022.
  • "I am profoundly honored to be taking on the leadership of this historic and celebrated institution,"said incoming PAFA President Eric Pryor.
  • Pryor began his arts career as Executive Director of the Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation's Center for Arts and Culture (CAC) in Brooklyn, New York.
  • Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is America's first school and museum of fine arts.