Contemplations
Thoughts and Theories by Sophia News Publisher George MagaliosContemplations is a column by Sophia News Publisher George Magalios that explores ideas, concepts and theories related to art, philanthropy and philosophy.
Generosity of Spirit
by George Magalios The purest form of generosity is to give without concern for a return on the gift. In such a phenomenon generosity is its own reward. Within the power dynamic of philanthropy, from the simplest act of giving to the gargantuan financial awards...
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Creativity as Philanthropy
by George Magalios One cannot speak of creativity, or art, without a parallel discussion on capital and its exchange. All art today is a tangible product destined for some sort of transactional exchange. In the not too-distant past, artworks were products of religious...
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Reviews, Power Philanthropists, Interviews and More
Exclusive Interview: Robin Harrington, Leading Los Angeles Talent Agent
Robin Harrington is a co-founder of Lemon Lime agency, a talent agency that represents actors and models for the commercial industry. With her unique start in the '90s, Harrington has cultivated a unique clientele that can be seen across major deals such as Coca-Cola,...
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86-Year-Old-Woman Tells Stories Through Scarves
Credit: The New York Times We are constantly bombarded by all the atrocities occurring of the world. "Doomscrolling," the practice of endlessly consuming negative news, is a practice that we've all given into-- we need to see what the coronavirus cases are at, or what...
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How Steve Martin, Diane Keaton and Other Stars Made “Father of the Bride 3” From Their Own Homes
Credit: Celebrity Life With most people sheltering in place at home due to the global pandemic (especially in the early half of the year), people across the world have had to find creative ways to keep busy. Some people have taken up a hobby. Others have decided to...
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Review: Miami City Ballet’s Slaughter on Tenth Avenue
"Slaughter" is not generally a term one might associate with contemporary dance or classical ballet. This violent word was however, at the forefront of the first set of performances of the Miami City Ballet's 2019-2020 season. The three-part program began with...
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Review: International Ballet Festival of Miami’s Modern and Contemporary Performances
The term "ballet" often means different things to different people. For most not familiar with the current state of this most sublime of art forms ballet means pirouettes, pas-de-deux and fluffy tu-tus. This notion of classical ballet is usually most attributed to a...
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Review: PBAU Dance Ensemble at Rinker Playhouse
University dance ensembles are a bit like college sports teams. They offer an array of talent on a full scale from varsity to walk-on. The performers are working their craft for love of their art. The audience experiences the joy in the purity of the intent. Nobody...
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