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IsLABentura Canarias Workshop Breaks Application Record
The IsLABentura Canarias program, an international screenwriting workshop, received a record 356 applications for 16 spots, highlighting the Canary Islands' growing appeal as a hub for film and TV project development.
Óscar Domínguez Graphic Exhibition Closes Sunday at TEA Tenerife
TEA Tenerife Espacio de las Artes concludes the 'Óscar Domínguez, gráfico' exhibition this Sunday, offering a final chance to explore the surrealist artist's important graphic work with a day of talks and a guided tour.
Tomás Rodríguez Photo Exhibit Explores Society at Encuentros Festival
The "Encuentros en el M/A/L" Festival has opened a new photo exhibition by Tomás Rodríguez at the University of La Laguna, exploring photography's role in social reflection and memory until March 22nd.
La Orotava Launches Fourth "¡Esto es Histórico!" History Festival
La Orotava has launched the fourth edition of its "¡Esto es Histórico!" festival, a leading event for historical education in the Canary Islands supported by Spain's Ministry of Culture, featuring book launches, workshops, and author signings from Friday to Sunday.
Jennifer Runyon, 'Ghostbusters' Actress, Dies at 65
American actress Jennifer Runyon, known for her 1980s roles including "Ghostbusters" and "Charles in Charge," passed away last Friday at 65.
Journalist Carmelo Rivero Ferrera Publishes First Poetry Collection in 50 Years
Award-winning Canary Islands journalist Carmelo Rivero Ferrera has released *Como miran los mares*, his debut poetry collection, featuring rediscovered 1995 poems and new works, marking his first publication in over five decades.
Auditorio de Tenerife, AFES Launch 'Inclusive Culture' Program
The Auditorio de Tenerife and AFES Salud Mental have launched "Inclusive Culture," a program utilizing cultural mediation to make cultural activities, particularly opera, fully accessible for people with mental health conditions.
Oliver Laxe Inspires Piece on Authenticity vs. Conformity
Inspired by filmmaker Oliver Laxe, a recent article explores how societal fear drives resistance to authenticity and diverse approaches, advocating for embracing individual "truths" over uniform conformity.
Tenerife to Screen "Quesada" on Franco's Last Victim
The CajaCanarias Foundation will host a free film event on March 26 in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, featuring the documentary "Quesada. The Truth of Silence," exploring Spain's transition to democracy through the case of Javier Fernández Quesada, the last victim of Franco's regime.
Gálvez Explores Judas and Mary's "Silences" in New Passion Novel
TV personality Christian Gálvez explores the human "silences" of Jesus' Passion through the eyes of Judas and Mary in his new book, *He vencido al mundo*, launching next Saturday, March 21, in Adeje.