Week's Top Culture Picks: Diddy Doc to Panahi Film
Our curated guide to the week's best-reviewed culture, from a damning Sean Combs documentary on Netflix to Jafar Panahi's Palme d'Or-winning film. Discover what to watch, read, and listen to.
Category : Search result: 2025 festival reviews
Star-Studded Lineup Revealed for Red Sea Film Festival 2025
The 2025 Red Sea International Film Festival unveils its 'In Conversation With' lineup, featuring Queen Latifah, Kirsten Dunst, Sigourney Weaver and more. Discover the full roster.
Sturgeon, Rankin & McDermid Headline Winter Words Festival
Nicola Sturgeon, Ian Rankin and Val McDermid lead an eclectic line-up at Pitlochry Festival Theatre's Winter Words Festival in February. Tickets on sale 16 December.
Top History & Politics Books of 2025 Reviewed
Explore the year's most compelling history and politics books, from Middle Eastern revolutions and Tory diaries to Starmer's rise. Discover essential reads for understanding our turbulent age.
Reading & Leeds 2026 line-up disappoints rock fans
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading & Leeds 2026 Headliners: Dave, Raye, Charli XCX Lead
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
Children Test and Review Top 15 Christmas Toys 2025
For the first time, children have tested the DreamToys top 15 Christmas list. Discover which toys got the seal of approval from the UK's toughest critics.
Corona Capital Festival Celebrates 15 Years in Mexico City
The Corona Capital music festival celebrated its 15th anniversary in Mexico City with a multi-stage lineup. See the photo gallery from this major international cultural event.
Yoga Festival Collapse Leaves £218k Debt, 284 Creditors
Soul Circus yoga festival founders Roman and Ella Wroath left customers and traders £218,765 out of pocket as company enters liquidation, with 252 customers awaiting refunds after 2024 cancellation.
Zero-Star Cultural Disasters: UK's Worst Revealed
From catastrophic theatre productions to disastrous TV shows, discover the cultural offerings that earned the dreaded zero-star review and why critics are calling for better standards.
Only 15 Zero-Star Reviews in Guardian History
Discover the exclusive club of television shows, films and performances that received The Guardian's ultimate critical condemnation - the elusive zero-star review.
Florence + Machine & Down Cemetery Road Stun Critics
From Mick Herron's atmospheric adaptation to Florence Welch's triumphant return, UK stages sizzled with unforgettable performances this week. Discover which shows had critics and audiences raving.
Waterfront Festival 2026: Sam Fender & Becky Hill to Headline
The spectacular Waterfront Festival 2026 has unveiled its incredible musical lineup featuring Sam Fender, Becky Hill and more. Discover dates, ticket details and why this is the must-attend event of summer 2026.
Jamie Foxx's daughter joins GloRilla on stage
Hollywood star Jamie Foxx's daughter Corinne made an unexpected cameo during GloRilla's SKVLK Festival performance, joining the rapper on stage in a memorable Halloween weekend moment.
Harvest Rock 2025: Adelaide's Musical Triumph
The 2025 Harvest Rock festival in Adelaide transformed the city into a musical paradise with electrifying performances from global superstars and emerging talents, creating an unforgettable weekend of rock revival.
Best New Children's Books 2025 - Guardian Picks
Discover the best new picture books and novels for children and teens this autumn. From magical adventures to heartfelt stories, find your child's next favourite read in our expert roundup.
Sydney's Diwali 2025: Festival of Lights Illuminates City
Experience the vibrant colours, dazzling lights and cultural celebrations as Sydney's Indian community marks Diwali 2025 with breathtaking festivities across the city.
Black British Book Festival Returns to London Barbican
The vibrant Black British Book Festival celebrates its fifth anniversary at London's Barbican Centre, bringing together authors, publishers and readers for a weekend of literary discovery and cultural celebration.
Riot Women to Sunlight: Essential New Album Reviews
From explosive feminist punk to euphoric dance anthems, discover the week's must-hear albums that are setting the music scene alight. Our comprehensive review covers everything from Riot Women's raw energy to Sunlight's uplifting beats.
2025's Best Leaf Blowers & Garden Vacuums UK
Discover the top-performing leaf blowers and garden vacuums transforming UK garden maintenance. Our expert review reveals which models deliver maximum power, battery life, and value.
Nova festival survivor reveals playing dead to escape Hamas
A young woman's miraculous escape from the Hamas massacre at the Nova music festival reveals how she survived by pretending to be dead while militants executed fellow revellers around her.
RISE Festival cancelled amid dust storm safety fears
Organisers forced to pull plug on major UK festival as dangerous weather conditions and unauthorised sky lanterns create 'perfect storm' of safety concerns
Deniliquin Ute Muster: Australia's Iconic Outback Festival
The iconic Deniliquin Ute Muster returns with spectacular ute displays, country music stars and outback celebrations in rural NSW. Discover what makes this Australian festival unforgettable.
Byron Bay festival strip search sparks police investigation
A young woman's traumatic strip search at Byron Bay's Splendour in the Grass festival has prompted a formal police investigation after she was forced to remove her clothing in front of multiple officers.
Steve to Joy Crookes: The Week's Best Culture Reviewed
Dive into the week's most talked-about cultural releases. Our critics deliver their verdicts on Steve's immersive new album, Joy Crookes' soulful live return, and the hottest picks in theatre, gaming, and art.
The Best New Thrillers & Crime Novels of 2025
Dive into our expert roundup of the most gripping recent thrillers. From Nordic noir to high-stakes espionage, discover your next page-turning obsession with this curated guide to the best in suspense fiction.
Laneway Festival 2026: Chappell Roan Headlines Stellar Lineup
The highly anticipated Laneway Festival 2026 lineup has been unveiled, featuring breakthrough sensation Chappell Roan as headliner, alongside major acts Wet Leg, Wolf Alice, and PinkPantheress. Discover the full roster for Australia's premier indie music
Laneway Festival 2024: Music & Style Spectacle
The highly anticipated Laneway Festival captivated audiences with electrifying performances, stunning celebrity appearances, and unforgettable fashion moments. Discover the highlights from this year's most talked-about music event.
Lewis Capaldi Headlines Roundhay Park, Leeds 2025
Scottish superstar Lewis Capaldi is set to headline a huge outdoor show at Leeds' Roundhay Park in August 2025. Get all the essential ticket and pre-sale info here.
Slow Horses Season 5 Stuns Critics: 'Best Season Yet'
Critics are raving about the fifth season of Apple TV+'s acclaimed spy thriller 'Slow Horses', hailing it as the most intense and brilliantly executed season to date. Discover why this British series continues to dominate the espionage genre.
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