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Bri Lee's Seed: A Propulsive Eco-Thriller

Australian author Bri Lee delivers a gripping, thought-provoking eco-thriller that combines breakneck pacing with urgent environmental themes in this unputdownable new novel.

Hockney's iPad Yorkshire drawings at auction

Discover how the legendary artist David Hockney embraced digital technology to create stunning iPad artworks celebrating the Yorkshire countryside, now available for collectors.

Abramović's Balkan Erotic Epic: Skeleton Orgies in London

Legendary performance artist Marina Abramović returns to London with her provocative 'Balkan Erotic Epic,' featuring skeletal orgies, breast-kneading rituals, and phallic symbolism that explores ancient Slavic traditions.

Sigur Rós & London Contemporary Orchestra stun Albert Hall

Experience the magical fusion of Icelandic post-rock and classical mastery as Sigur Rós joins forces with the London Contemporary Orchestra for an unforgettable Royal Albert Hall performance that redefines musical boundaries.

Bradford Artist Nominated for Prestigious Turner Prize

Johanna Whittle, a talented artist from Bradford, has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 Turner Prize. Her intricate miniature paintings exploring memory and place will be showcased in a major exhibition at Tate Britain this autumn.

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.

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.

Lynch's Blue Velvet Streams Free on Amazon Prime

David Lynch's iconic 1986 psychological thriller, Blue Velvet, starring Kyle MacLachlan and Isabella Rossellini, is now available to stream for free on Amazon Prime Video. Discover the dark secrets of Lumberton in this cinematic masterpiece.

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

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.

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.

Thriller Hailed As Christopher Nolan's Next Must-See Film

A gripping new independent thriller, 'The Lesson', is captivating critics and drawing favourable comparisons to the intricate, puzzle-like films of Christopher Nolan. Discover the film that's becoming the word-of-mouth hit of the year.

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.

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