Arts, Events & Culture
Art & creativity, events, design, cultural shifts
Artistic expression is grappling with both legacy and modern relevance, as seen in the haunting beauty of Zurbarán's surrealism and the vibrant reinvention of maypole dancing by Linett Kamala. Meanwhile, the cultural landscape is marked by tensions between nostalgia and progress, illustrated by the rise of younger cinema-goers and the urgent repairs at the Kennedy Center, which challenge the status quo. Amid these shifts, darker narratives emerge, such as the harrowing fall of Nathan Chasing Horse, reminding us that the personal and the public often collide in unexpected and troubling ways.
Articles
How Will BTS Endure a Grueling World Tour? We Asked Their Ex-Trainer.BTS faces the challenge of sustaining their stamina and preventing injuries during their upcoming world tour, as highlighted by insights from their former trainer on the rigorous demands of the K-pop industry.
First-Timers Try Rooftop Roller Skating at a Children’s MuseumThe Brooklyn Children’s Museum is reviving a nostalgic local rink experience with its 'Empire Skate of Mind' events, allowing neighborhood children to try roller skating for the first time.
The Long, Challenging Road to D4vd’s ArrestProsecutors faced significant challenges in securing cooperation from witnesses, leading them to convene an investigative grand jury following the discovery of a teenage girl's body in the trunk of singer D4vd's car.
6 Podcasts About Classical MusicPodcasts are effectively breaking down the barriers around classical music, offering expert insights and enjoyable content that challenge its outdated perceptions.
Jet Li Believes in Showing Up on Time, or EarlierJet Li emphasizes the importance of punctuality, stating that he prefers to arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for appointments.
'Very funny' statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones to be unveiledA statue of Monty Python's Terry Jones is set to be unveiled, with Sir Michael Palin noting that Jones would have found the tribute 'very funny indeed.'
When did northern soul get so southern?Northern soul is experiencing a resurgence among young people in London and Bristol, raising questions about the preservation of its working-class roots as the scene evolves and gains popularity on social media. The revival is marked by energetic dance events and a growing youth-led community embracing the vintage US soul music culture.
This Is Not a Murder Mystery: cosy-crime meets art in an irresistibly surreal Belgian dramaThe Belgian drama 'This Is Not a Murder Mystery' cleverly intertwines cosy crime with the world of surrealist art, featuring famous artists like Magritte and Dalí as suspects in a series of theatrical murders leading up to an exhibition. Set in 1936, the series combines humor and intrigue as the characters navigate fame and its dark consequences.
Half Man to Olivia Dean: the week in rave reviewsRichard Gadd's intense exploration of masculinity and Olivia Dean's upcoming tour highlight this week's top cultural reviews.