U2 mark 50 years in music with low-key hometown shows
Instead of stadium concerts, U2 chose intimate gigs in their hometown of Dublin to celebrate the band's 50th anniversary, as several notable art events unfold in France and Japan.
Rock band U2 is marking 50 years since its formation, and rather than filling stadiums as they easily could have, the band opted for a handful of modest, low-key shows in their hometown of Dublin, Ireland. The choice is seen as a return to the band's roots, revisiting the city where it all began five decades ago.
Art news from Paris
Meanwhile, a new exhibition has opened at the Grand Palais in Paris celebrating the avant-garde legacy of post-Impressionist painter Paul Cézanne. The show places his work alongside pieces by well-known artists who count themselves among his admirers, illustrating how his influence continues to resonate today.
At the Orangerie museum, a fresh look at Claude Monet's work is being presented, this time focusing on his relationship with time. The exhibition arrives a century after the painter's death.
Art beyond museum walls
French land artist Saype has created a new large-scale fresco in the Alps, continuing his work on an ever-growing scale. The segment also features a visit to Naoshima, a Japanese island where contemporary artworks are integrated into the natural landscape, creating a unique blend of art and nature.
Together, these stories highlight a busy cultural season spanning both music and visual arts.
