Category : Arts


David Macfarlane: Visionary Theatre Designer Dies

Celebrating the extraordinary life and career of David Macfarlane, the acclaimed production designer whose revolutionary work shaped iconic British theatre productions and films for over four decades.

Picasso's Dora Maar portrait sells for £34.7M

A captivating Pablo Picasso portrait of his lover Dora Maar has fetched an astonishing £34.7 million at Sotheby's London, showcasing enduring demand for the master's wartime works.

Lost Picasso Painting Mystery Solved After 30 Years

A missing Picasso still-life painting has been located in a Spanish private collection after vanishing from public view for three decades, solving one of the art world's enduring mysteries.

London's Historic Islamic Bookshop Faces Closure

The Islamic Book Centre, London's oldest Islamic bookshop serving the community for 45 years, is at risk of permanent closure due to soaring rent prices and declining sales, sparking a fundraising campaign to save this cultural landmark.

Barriers Review: Birmingham Rep's Gripping Social Drama

Birmingham Rep's powerful new production 'Barriers' delivers a raw, thought-provoking examination of contemporary British society, exploring the invisible walls that separate us through compelling storytelling and innovative staging.

Turner & Hirst: Liverpool's Blockbuster Art Show

Liverpool's Tate gallery unveils spectacular anniversary exhibition pairing JMW Turner's dramatic seascapes with Damien Hirst's controversial shark in formaldehyde, promising visitors an unforgettable artistic journey.

David Olusoga 2025 UK Tour: The Changing Empire

Award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga announces his 2025 UK tour 'The Changing Empire', exploring Britain's imperial past and its modern legacy. Book tickets now for this thought-provoking live event.

Louvre evacuates art as Seine floods Paris

The world-renowned Louvre Museum scrambles to protect priceless artworks from rising Seine waters, moving treasures to higher ground as Paris faces major flood threat.

French artist's nude mural censored in Bangkok

French street artist Myrtille Tibayrenc's provocative nude mural in Bangkok faces whitewashing after authorities deem it culturally inappropriate, igniting freedom of expression concerns.

Rare Magnum Photos of Bardot and Dean in Youth Sale

A stunning collection of vintage Magnum Photos capturing legendary figures like Brigitte Bardot and James Dean in their youth goes on sale, offering collectors rare glimpses of 20th century icons.

Helen Marten wins 2025 Turner Prize with ferocious art

British artist Helen Marten has triumphed at the 2025 Turner Prize, earning the £25,000 award for her compelling sculptural installations that challenge everyday perception through intricate craftsmanship.

Deadly fire destroys Rio museum in cultural catastrophe

A devastating overnight fire has destroyed Rio de Janeiro's Cultural Centre Mental Health museum, claiming multiple lives and incinerating priceless historical collections in Brazil's latest cultural tragedy.

Renoir's Rare Drawings Revealed in New York Exhibition

An extraordinary exhibition at The Morgan Library unveils Pierre-Auguste Renoir's intimate drawings, offering unprecedented insight into the Impressionist master's creative process beyond his famous paintings.

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