Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival Opens
The Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival launches with groundbreaking performances by Distractfold Ensemble and Jennifer Walshe. Discover this celebration of avant-garde music.
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Bridget Riley's Optical Art Leaves Viewers Gasping
A review of Bridget Riley's 'Learning to See' exhibition at Turner Contemporary, Margate. Experience the mesmerising optical art that challenges perception and leaves visitors in awe. Plan your visit now.
Sagarika Sundaram's Hypnotic Art Takes London
Experience the mesmerising world of Sagarika Sundaram as her acclaimed solo exhibition arrives in London, showcasing textile art that challenges perceptions of identity and tradition.
Hungarian author Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Literature Prize
After years of anticipation, Hungarian author Laszlo Krasznahorkai joins the elite ranks of Nobel laureates, celebrated for his profound impact on contemporary literature and distinctive narrative style.
Arvo Pärt's 90th: Spiritual Magic at Barbican
Experience the mesmerising 90th birthday celebration of Estonian composer Arvo Pärt, as Tonu Kaljuste leads a spiritual journey through his iconic tintinnabuli works at Barbican Hall.
Nordic Noir review: A severed head that haunts
The Royal Academy's chilling Nordic Noir exhibition delivers a powerful punch with its centrepiece - a severed head sculpture that explores the darkest corners of Scandinavian art and storytelling.
TS Eliot Poetry Prize 2025 Shortlist Announced
The ten-strong shortlist for the 2025 TS Eliot Prize features celebrated poets like Tom Paulin and Sarah Howe, showcasing the vibrant diversity of contemporary British poetry in one of literature's most anticipated competitions.
Martha Graham's Revolutionary Dance Legacy Transforms Modern Movement
Discover how Martha Graham's groundbreaking techniques continue to inspire contemporary dance, pushing artistic boundaries and redefining physical expression in stunning new directions.
Lisa Herfeldt's Sinister Silicon Gun Sculptures
German artist Lisa Herfeldt creates hyper-realistic silicone gun sculptures that blur the line between object and organism, provoking questions about violence and sentience in everyday objects.
John Boyne's The Elements: Trauma Tales Intertwined
The acclaimed author of 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' returns with a powerful new novel weaving together five interconnected stories of trauma and redemption in modern-day Dublin.
Gilbert & George's explosive new London exhibition
The legendary artistic duo Gilbert & George return with their most provocative exhibition yet at White Cube Bermondsey, confronting contemporary social issues through their signature vibrant aesthetic.
Opera North's groundbreaking Handel-dance fusion
Opera North's revolutionary production of Handel's 'Susanna' merges 18th-century oratorio with Phoenix Dance Theatre's powerful contemporary choreography in a stunning exploration of gender politics and power dynamics that feels remarkably current.
Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
The Woman: Park Theatre's Raw Motherhood Drama
A powerful new play at London's Park Theatre exposes the unspoken realities of contemporary motherhood, challenging societal expectations with breathtaking honesty.
Uprooted: A Haunting Theatrical Journey Through Displacement
Ephemeral Ensemble's powerful new production 'Uprooted' delivers a visceral exploration of displacement and belonging that will leave audiences spellbound at London's New Diorama Theatre.
Strictly star's dad delivers brutal dance verdict
Strictly Come Dancing professional Dianne Buswell shares her father's brutally honest reaction to her emotional contemporary dance with Bobby Brazier, leaving fans in stitches.
Marina Carr's Majestic Greek Tragedy Double Bill
Irish playwright Marina Carr stuns audiences with 'The Boy, the God and His Daughter,' a powerful double bill reworking Sophocles' Theban plays at London's Almeida Theatre.
Chatsworth's 'woke' art row over trigger warnings
The prestigious Chatsworth Estate, famed as Mr Darcy's Pemberley in Pride and Prejudice, faces accusations of 'wokery' after installing content warnings for its art collection, including works by Michael Craig-Martin and acquired through slavery-era wealt
Bushra El-Turk's Oum: A Son's Musical Quest in London
Discover how Bushra El-Turk's deeply personal opera 'Oum: A Son's Quest for His Mother' combines Middle Eastern traditions with contemporary classical music in a stunning London production that explores family, identity and cultural heritage.
Gilbert & George's Egyptian Art & Abramović's Epic in London
Explore London's electrifying art scene with Gilbert & George's Ancient Egypt exhibition at White Cube and Marina Abramović's provocative performance at the Royal Academy. Your essential guide to the capital's cultural highlights.
Recent Poetry Collections: Essential Reading Guide
Discover the most compelling poetry collections of the season, from haunting debut works to powerful established voices reshaping contemporary verse.
Andrea Peña's BOGOTÁ electrifies London dance scene
Colombian choreographer Andrea Peña brings their mesmerising dance work 'BOGOTÁ' to East London, exploring urban isolation and human connection through breathtaking physical theatre.
National Theatre's Hamlet: A Modern Masterpiece Revealed
The National Theatre's bold new production of Shakespeare's masterpiece delivers a powerful contemporary interpretation that's captivating audiences and critics alike.
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.
ENB's Revolution: Ballet Reborn in Stunning New Production
The English National Ballet delivers a breathtaking performance that challenges conventions and redefines contemporary dance in their latest production 'Revolution'.
Virgil Abloh's Fashion Revolution at Paris Grand Palais
The Grand Palais in Paris hosts a major retrospective celebrating Virgil Abloh's groundbreaking work that blurred boundaries between streetwear, luxury fashion, and contemporary art.
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.
Lyon Biennale Redefines Dance Against 'Undertainment'
The prestigious Lyon Dance Biennale confronts modern audience attention spans with radical performances that reject instant gratification in favour of profound artistic engagement.
Digital Archive Revolution: Black Trans Art at Serpentine
Experience the groundbreaking interactive exhibition at Serpentine North, where gaming meets activism in a powerful exploration of Black trans memory and digital legacy.
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