Adès Mesmerises BBC Symphony Orchestra in Barbican Triumph
Read our exclusive review of Thomas Adès's captivating concert with the BBC Symphony Orchestra, where his own compositions held the audience in a trance at London's Barbican Centre.
Category : Search result: contemporary henna
Mona Hatoum's Electrifying Giacometti Dialogue at Barbican
A major new exhibition at London's Barbican Centre pits the visceral, political work of Mona Hatoum against the modernist mastery of Alberto Giacometti, creating a stunning dialogue across decades.
Sarah Hall's 'The Helm' & Nicola Barker's 'TonyInterruptor' Reviewed
Dive into the week's most captivating literary fiction. Discover Sarah Hall's elemental new novel 'The Helm' and Nicola Barker's riotous state-of-the-nation epic 'TonyInterruptor' in this essential guide for the discerning reader.
Jupiter Artland Sculpture Park Opens Year-Round
Jupiter Artland, the award-winning contemporary sculpture park near Edinburgh, is abandoning its seasonal model to welcome visitors 365 days a year, offering a stunning artistic experience in nature for every season.
Julian Bliss: Masterful Lindberg & Aho Clarinet Concertos
Clarinet virtuoso Julian Bliss delivers an immaculate and thrilling performance of Magnus Lindberg and Kalevi Aho's demanding concertos on a landmark new album, setting a new benchmark for contemporary woodwind repertoire.
Hadley's Art Prize 2025: £100k Contemporary Art Showcase
Explore the mesmerising shortlist for the prestigious £100,000 Hadley's Art Prize 2025. Discover groundbreaking contemporary works from Britain's most talented artists in this exclusive gallery showcase.
Kataraina: Becky Manawatu's Thrilling Māori Masterpiece
Becky Manawatu returns with a breathtaking and powerful follow-up to the award-winning Auē. Our review delves into this stunning new Māori novel that explores themes of trauma, identity, and redemption with lyrical prose and heart-stopping tension.
BBC iPlayer's Steamy New Thriller 'This City is Ours'
BBC iPlayer drops the sizzling new contemporary thriller 'This City is Ours', starring a powerhouse cast in a tale of ambition, betrayal, and forbidden desire in London's cutthroat underworld.
Gower Power & Deep Sea Dances: The UK's Art Week
From the rugged Gower Peninsula to London's avant-garde galleries, the UK art scene erupts with powerful new exhibitions. Discover deep-sea video installations, millennial masculinity explorations, and a major Barbara Hepworth retrospective.
Inigo Philbrick: The £86m Art World Swindle Exposed
Exclusive deep dive into the audacious fraud of art dealer Inigo Philbrick, who used phantom sales on private jets and a Ponzi-style scheme to swindle £86m from investors and galleries. The shocking story of greed and deception that rocked the art market.
Linda May Han Oh's 'Strange Heavens': A Jazz Triumph
Bassist and composer Linda May Han Oh unveils her visionary new album, 'Strange Heavens', a profound collaboration with jazz titans Ambrose Akinmusire and Tyshawn Sorey. Our review explores this landmark of contemporary jazz.
Scottish hip-hop dance in Hong Kong café at Edinburgh Fringe
A groundbreaking dance performance at Edinburgh Fringe 2025 explores Scottish identity and hip-hop culture in an unexpected Hong Kong café setting.
Adam Kay and Goldfrapp in Aubrey Levinthal's 'Waeve'
A bizarre yet captivating art installation featuring Adam Kay and Goldfrapp has taken centre stage in Aubrey Levinthal's latest exhibition, 'Waeve'. Discover the surreal blend of music and visual art.
Chris Ofili Painting to Auction for First Time – £15m Estimate
A striking painting by Turner Prize-winning artist Chris Ofili is set to go under the hammer for the first time, with expectations soaring up to £15 million.
Peter Smith: Visionary Sculptor Dies at 78
A tribute to Peter Smith, the celebrated British sculptor whose innovative works left an indelible mark on contemporary art.
Vidyan Ravinthiran's 'Autumn': A Poetic Masterpiece
Dive into Vidyan Ravinthiran's evocative poem 'Autumn,' a lyrical exploration of seasonal change and human emotion. Discover why this piece stands out in contemporary poetry.
Circa: Wolf – A Circus Masterpiece in Edinburgh
Discover the breathtaking performance of Circa: Wolf at Sunderbelly Circus Hub, where acrobatics and storytelling collide in a stunning Edinburgh Fringe spectacle.
Wanambi wins £100k art prize for road sign masterpiece
Indigenous artist Gaypalani Wanambi has claimed the prestigious NATSIAA 2025 award for her breathtaking artwork crafted from discarded road signs, blending tradition with contemporary sustainability.
Edinburgh Art Festival’s Crusades exhibit rethinks history
The Edinburgh Art Festival presents a striking exhibition reinterpreting the Crusades through contemporary art, sparking dialogue on history and identity.
Helen Grime's Chamber Music: A Spellbinding Journey
Discover the mesmerising world of Helen Grime's chamber music in this evocative review, where intricate compositions meet emotional depth.
Solitude Without Loneliness: A Dance Masterpiece in Edinburgh
A captivating dance performance at Edinburgh's Dance Base explores the delicate balance between solitude and loneliness, leaving audiences spellbound.
Teller's Auschwitz book ignites art world debate
Renowned photographer Juergen Teller's controversial new book on Auschwitz raises profound questions about the role of art in memorialising the Holocaust. Critics and supporters clash over whether his stark imagery honours victims or risks exploitation.
Tjanpi Desert Weavers: 30 Years of Indigenous Art
For three decades, the Tjanpi Desert Weavers have transformed traditional Indigenous crafts into contemporary art, captivating global audiences from remote Australia.
Siri Kaur's 'Wonder Women': Sisterhood in Focus
Photographer Siri Kaur captures the profound bond between sisters in her evocative series 'Wonder Women', blending intimacy and strength through striking imagery.
Kate Jackson's motorway art exhibition
Former Long Blondes frontwoman Kate Jackson reinvents herself as a motorway artist, capturing the overlooked beauty of Britain's flyovers in a bold new exhibition.
Whitney's 'Untitled America' Exhibit Sparks Dialogue
The Whitney Museum of American Art unveils a provocative new exhibition, 'Untitled America,' exploring contemporary socio-political themes through groundbreaking artworks.
Nicola Barker's 'Tonyinterruptor': A Satirical Triumph
Nicola Barker's latest novel, 'Tonyinterruptor', delivers a sharp, witty satire that cuts through societal pretence. A must-read for fans of contemporary fiction.
Andrev Walden's Darkly Funny Swedish Autofiction
Andrev Walden's latest work delivers a sharp, witty exploration of modern life through the lens of Swedish autofiction. A must-read for fans of dark humour and introspective narratives.
David Brooks' 'Counting Sheep' celebrates Australian Poetry Month
Acclaimed poet David Brooks' latest work, 'Counting Sheep', takes centre stage during Australian Poetry Month, offering a reflective and lyrical exploration of nature and solitude.
Selfish Girls & Hot Milk: Redefining motherhood in fiction
Exploring Abigail Bergstrom's 'Selfish Girls' and Gwendoline Riley's 'Hot Milk' – two novels challenging traditional narratives of motherhood in contemporary fiction.
Page 3 of 4