entertainment industry

Given the easing of some restrictions and a reduction in new coronavirus (COVID-19) cases, Opposition Leader Mark Golding has added his voice to calls for the full reopening of the entertainment industry. “They [stakeholders] have been suffering from the closure of their industry for almost two years, and we areRead More →

After an official speech by Taoiseach Micheál Martin, nearly all of Ireland’s COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, paving the way for concerts to return to the country. In a recently released statement, the Music and Entertainment Association of Ireland (MEAI) welcomed the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions and announced its intentionRead More →

Many fans of the Hausa entertainment business are unaware that some faces they see and probably believe to be “movie stuff” when they appeared as twins in movies are actually twins. Here are some actual twins who are stars in the Hausa entertainment industry. Tagwayen Asali aka Arewa Identical WhileRead More →

Virtual influencer Han YuA (Image: Instagram) SEOUL, Jan 14 (Korea Bizwire) — Virtual humans are taking over the entertainment industry as they debut as models, singers and actors. Online game developer Smilegate recently teamed up with creative tech company Giantstep to create a fashion magazine featuring virtual influencer Han YuA.Read More →

RIYAD: For some three decades, entertainment venues, from cinemas to concert halls, have been locked down across Saudi Arabia, depriving citizens and visitors of outlets to enjoy cultural, sporting and artistic activities in public This all started to change in 2016 with the creation of the General Entertainment Authority asRead More →

Now Saudi citizens and international visitors, regardless of income level, can enjoy a host of entertainment options that were previously denied to them, improving their quality of life and the Kingdom’s appeal as a work and investment destination. In just five years, the GEA has issued 2,189 licenses and 1,809Read More →

This all started to change in 2016 with the creation of the General Entertainment Authority as part of the Kingdom’s broad social and economic reform program, Vision 2030. Five years later, the thirst for entertainment in Saudi Arabia is evident. In the space of just two months, up to 8Read More →

Some workers in nightlife and entertainment venues may soon receive a taste of financial assistance from Covid-19 through a government payment. The Thai Social Security Board has agreed to help people in the entertainment industry who have been out of work and without any financial assistance for over a year.Read More →

Previous story: Aakash Educational Services Limited Introduces MIRA – A Unique AI-Based Solution For Employee Queries The digital entertainment industry is experiencing phenomenal growth; Self-classification under the Digital Media Code of Ethics will run in the right spirit: Vikram Sahay Posted on December 14, 2021 New Delhi : Vikram Sahay,Read More →

With indoor events reduced to 50% capacity, venues and performers face a tough decision. While we all hoped our days of restrictions were over, the increase in Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations has meant more guidelines for the Christmas season. While indoor dining has been hit significantly, with rules capping theRead More →

The NSW government says the Great Southern Nights 2022 live music event is crucial to getting the entertainment industry back on its feet after two years of COVID-19 restrictions. The Great Southern Nights live music initiative is back after the Perrottet government partnered with the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA)Read More →

Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness said financial assistance would be made available to members of the entertainment industry who continue to suffer from COVID-19 containment measures, which have crippled the island sector. Holness made the announcement during a speech at the Jamaican Labor Party (JLP) annual conference on Sunday, NovemberRead More →

Last week, TP Aggarwal, president of the Indian Film Producers Association (IMPAA), wrote a letter to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to abolish the 18% GST imposed on the entertainment industry in order to inject ” new blood and strength ”. Addressing us, Aggarwal said, “The GST must be abolished orRead More →

Jamaican Prime Minister Holness once again pledges his support for the entertainment industry, but many are disheartened by the lack of details and a firm timeline. With all the ringing of the bell, the pounding of the pot, cheering from supporters and the music playing Sunday at the 78th AnnualRead More →

Taipei, November 11 (ANC) As the national COVID-19 pandemic situation improves, Taiwan will allow licensed entertainment venues that include hostess services to resume operations from November 16, but l The current level 2 COVID-19 alert will be extended to November 29, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced on Thursday.Read More →

Maidla told the ERR that the industry would be greatly helped by the reestablishment of evidence of negative coronavirus tests as an acceptable means of accessing the sites. “We are affected that unvaccinated people cannot visit our facilities,” Maidla said. “If we look at the guest lists, people don’t comeRead More →

Hundreds of workers in Adelaide’s live entertainment industry will spend most of Monday, November 8 in attack, grief and solution modes. In their sights, COVID restrictions limiting their finances, well-being and their passion for creativity. The day begins on Peel Street at 11 a.m. with a funeral service for theRead More →

THE 43rd Guinness Cork Jazz Festival has been in full swing as the first indoor music event in Ireland since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic 20 months ago. The three-day event – estimated to be worth € 45 million to Cork’s economy – has been hailed as a forerunnerRead More →

The Taoiseach said he would engage with the entertainment and live music industry tomorrow to “resolve” some issues with the government’s plan to reopen. culminating on RTÉ Six One, Micheal Martin said there are some things that need to be addressed, such as the issue of indoor events having toRead More →

The Chinese government’s crackdown on the tech and entertainment industries has now turned into “sissy idols”, “sissy men” and all things “too entertaining”. The measures were outlined in an eight-point plan Thursday by the National Radio and Television Administration. He called for “further regulation of artistic and entertainment performances andRead More →

The government has faced new allegations that it has “let down” the entertainment industry as the industry awaits the announcement of the latest roadmap to lift restrictions. Speaking to RTÉ’s Today with Philip Boucher Hayes, Louise O’Reilly of Sinn Féin criticized Arts Minister Catherine Martin and claimed she had failedRead More →

The government has been criticized for its lack of ambition to reopen the events and entertainment industry earlier in the summer. Immunologist Professor Paul Moynagh said he did not understand the reasons for continually delaying opening when vaccination rates are high. Professor Moynagh said that due to the adoption ofRead More →

THE EDITOR, Madam: Reluctance to vaccinate in Jamaica is on the rise because some health experts and politicians think we are all fools. I had planned to take the COVID-19 vaccine a month ago, but discussions about the need to make vaccines mandatory and to try to intimidate, shame andRead More →

Tipperary Deputy Mattie Mc Grath, who leads the independent rural Dáil group, has called on the government to urgently tackle the looming ‘cliff edge’ situation for many musicians and other live performers in September, who could potentially find themselves without income this winter. Speaking today (Friday 23rd July) from hisRead More →

T he government’s decision not to make national vaccine passports compulsory during live events has been hailed by the entertainment industry. Health Secretary Sajid Javid confirmed on Monday that England will move to step 4 on the roadmap next week, but with advice on masks and so-called vaccine passports. However,Read More →

The entertainment industry will be monitored over the coming weeks to ensure compliance with COVID-19 protocols governing the operation of the industry. Speaking at a special meeting of the Trelawny Municipal Corporation on Thursday, Local Government and Rural Development Minister Desmond McKenzie said there had been widespread violations of theRead More →

The government’s decision not to make national vaccine passports compulsory at live events has been welcomed by the entertainment industry. Health Secretary Sajid Javid confirmed on Monday that England will move into Stage 4 of the roadmap next week, albeit with advice on masks and so-called vaccine passports. However, governmentRead More →

The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, encourages all professionals in the entertainment industry over the age of 50 to get vaccinated. She also expressed the wish to support the sector in the same way she did for sport, once vaccine supplies are available. Last Thursday, JulyRead More →

Plans to lift coronavirus restrictions in England have been hailed by the entertainment industry as calls have been renewed for the government to provide additional support and advice to the sector. Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday announced that coronavirus restrictions in England are expected to be lifted on so-calledRead More →

Plans to lift coronavirus restrictions in England have been welcomed by the entertainment industry as calls have been renewed for the government to provide further support and guidance to the sector. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday that England’s coronavirus restrictions are set to be lifted on so-called “freedomRead More →

Andrew Lloyd Webber has joined with others in the entertainment industry in launching a lawsuit to force the government to deliver the results of its pilot events live. The Events Research Program organized test events at sporting, musical and artistic venues to assess the safety of large gatherings during theRead More →

A Maltese entertainment industry protest scheduled for Thursday has been temporarily suspended pending further negotiations with the government. The Malta Entertainment and Arts Industry Association had planned the protest in reaction to what it said was discrimination in terms of COVID-19 regulations regarding large-scale events. Announcing the decision on Facebook,Read More →