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Simone Leigh Headlines Royal Academy Show in 2027
The Royal Academy of Arts announces a major 2027 solo exhibition for Simone Leigh, the celebrated US sculptor and Venice Biennale star, marking a pivotal moment for contemporary art in London.
Turner Prize 2025: Bradford's Radical Art Showcase
The 2025 Turner Prize exhibition in Bradford breaks from tradition with its community-focused, accessible approach, sparking debate about art's role in society.
Marshall's RA show on Black enslavers challenges history
A major new exhibition by celebrated artist Kerry James Marshall at London's Royal Academy challenges conventional narratives by exploring the complex and often overlooked history of Black enslavers in America.
Rainy Day Phone Snapshot Wins Top UK Photography Prize
Melissa David's captivating image of a stranger in the rain, captured on her smartphone, has been crowned the winner of the prestigious 2025 mobile photography award, celebrating the art in the everyday.
The Week Around the World in 20 Powerful Pictures
From Westminster's political dramas to global climate protests, experience the past week's defining moments through a stunning collection of 20 award-winning photographs that captured the world's pulse.
Hamilton's F1 cars transformed into breathtaking art
F1 legend Lewis Hamilton commissions a stunning, large-scale artwork featuring his multi-million pound collection of championship-winning Mercedes cars, blending motorsport history with contemporary art.
Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts
Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land
Folkestone Triennial 2024: Kent's Spectacular Art Festival
The Folkestone Triennial 2024 is set to transform the Kent coast with breathtaking public art installations from 31 August. Discover world-class sculptures, performances, and interactive pieces by renowned artists, celebrating creativity in this historic
Jean Rhys's 'Wide Sargasso Sea' Inspires London Art Show
A groundbreaking exhibition at Michael Werner Gallery explores the profound influence of Jean Rhys's literary classic 'Wide Sargasso Sea' on contemporary art, featuring works by leading international artists.
Joy Gregory's Radical Lens: Whitechapel Gallery Retrospective
Explore the powerful and poetic work of Joy Gregory, a seminal figure in Black British photography, as her major career survey opens at London's Whitechapel Gallery. Discover her profound explorations of identity, beauty, and cultural history.
Deborah Willis unveils hidden history of Black British photography
A landmark exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum, curated by Professor Deborah Willis, unveils the profound and often overlooked legacy of Black photographers in Britain, from the 19th century to the present day.
Cherkaoui's 'Vlaemsch' Explores Flemish Identity at Sadler's Wells
Acclaimed choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui returns to London with 'Vlaemsch', a profound dance exploration of Flemish culture, language, and belonging, premiering at Sadler's Wells this autumn.
McEwan's Scathing Indictment of Modern Liberalism
Ian McEwan's provocative new novel, 'What We Can Know', delivers a powerful critique of contemporary liberal thought, exploring its intellectual fragility and moral failings through a gripping narrative of a family in crisis.
Ian McEwan's Top 10 Books: The Definitive Ranking
Discover the definitive ranking of Ian McEwan's 10 greatest novels, from the Booker Prize-winning 'Amsterdam' to the controversial masterpiece 'Nutshell', featuring a foetus narrator.
Ian McEwan: Modern Novels Beat The Classics
Acclaimed British author Ian McEwan argues that contemporary fiction surpasses the 19th-century novel in psychological depth and formal ambition. Discover his provocative defence of the modern novel.
Smartphone Photo Wins UK Award: Hyderabad Artist Triumphs
Raghuvamsh Chavali's mesmerising photograph of a woman in a sari has triumphed in the prestigious UK competition, showcasing the power of mobile photography.
UK's Top Film & Photography Universities 2025 Revealed
The Guardian's 2025 league table uncovers the best UK universities for Film Production and Photography. Discover which institutions are leading the creative arts education and shaping the next generation of filmmakers and visual artists.
Folkestone Triennial 2024: Coastal Art Transformation
The Folkestone Triennial 2024 transforms the Kent coast into a stunning open-air gallery with 14 groundbreaking installations. Explore how this major contemporary art event revitalises public spaces from 31 August.
Dennis Potter & Hilary Lloyd: A Radiant London Exhibition
A major new exhibition at London's Studio Voltaire, 'Very High Frequency', brings together the visionary works of Dennis Potter and Hilary Lloyd in a dazzling dialogue across generations, exploring themes of technology, the body, and broadcast media.
Frieda Hughes: Art & Poetry on Envelopes
An exclusive look at Frieda Hughes's captivating new exhibition, where poetry meets painting. Discover how she transformed 52 used envelopes into a profound visual and literary journey, confronting grief and the echoes of her famous family's history.
Stunning Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 Entries Revealed
Breathtaking shortlisted images for the prestigious Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 competition showcase celestial marvels, from the Northern Lights over a Scottish lighthouse to distant galaxies, captured by talented global photographers.
Brad Wall's 'Passe Ballet': Aerial Dance Photography
Acclaimed photographer Brad Wall unveils 'Passe Ballet', a stunning collection of aerial dance photography. Discover the breathtaking geometry and emotion captured from above, transforming dancers into living sculptures against minimalist landscapes.
Mark Steinmetz's Haunting Photos of Sleeping Rollerskaters
A powerful new exhibition showcases Mark Steinmetz's iconic black and white photographs of young rollerskaters asleep in their cars, offering a poignant glimpse into 1990s American youth culture.
Malthouse's 'Troy': Revolutionary Reimagining of Homer's Epic
Suzanne Chaundy's visionary production of 'Troy' at Melbourne's Malthouse Theatre dismantles Homer's myth with breathtaking contemporary relevance, exploring the human cost of conflict through a powerful feminist lens.
LA Dance Project's 'Gems' Stuns at Brisbane Festival
Benjamin Millepied's LA Dance Project delivers a breathtaking, critically acclaimed performance of Merce Cunningham's lost work 'Gems' at the Brisbane Festival, a landmark moment for dance.
Warren Kirk's Photographic Ode to Victoria's Regional Towns
Acclaimed photographer Warren Kirk captures the haunting beauty and quiet dignity of life in Victoria's dwindling regional towns, offering a powerful visual narrative of community and change in his latest book.
Schweblin & Tillman: Masterful Short Stories Redefine Fiction
A deep dive into two extraordinary short story collections that are captivating the literary world. Discover the haunting narratives of Samanta Schweblin and the sharp, existential wit of Lynne Tillman in this compelling review.
September's Must-Read Fiction: New Releases Unveiled
Discover the hottest new fiction releases for September. From Holly Smale's poignant 'Know It Ends' to Emily Slapper's gripping 'Never Happen', this month's literary lineup is unmissable for any book lover.