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.
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What’s That Musky Aroma at the New Museum?Klara Hosnedlova's installation at the New Museum's new atrium stairway introduces a distinctive musky aroma, enhancing the sensory experience of the space designed by OMA.
Kanye West’s Comeback: Sellouts, a Canceled Festival and Big QuestionsKanye West's attempt at a comeback is marred by the fallout from his previous antisemitic remarks, raising significant questions about his future in the industry and the implications of his actions.
At the 2026 Olivier Awards, Musicals Are All the RageThe 2026 Olivier Awards highlighted the prominence of British musicals, showcasing local talent and productions poised for Broadway success.
Euphoria is back with more shock and scandal, but mixed reviewsThe third season of HBO's 'Euphoria' returns with its signature shock and scandal, yet critics are divided, suggesting it fails to match the acclaim of earlier seasons.
‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles,’ Plus 5 Things to Watch on TV This WeekApple TV's adaptation of a novel highlights Margo's financial struggles, while Netflix's 'Beef' returns for its second season, offering viewers a mix of drama and entertainment this week.
Rachel Zegler's heroes, Brian Cranston's nap schedule and more moments from the Olivier AwardsThe 50th Olivier Awards at the Royal Albert Hall featured notable off-stage moments, including Rachel Zegler's reflections on her heroes and Brian Cranston's humorous take on his nap schedule.
- ‘Running Point’ Is ‘The Office’ Meets the Lakers
The Netflix comedy 'Running Point' blends the workplace humor of 'The Office' with the dynamics of the Lakers, reflecting the personal and professional upheavals faced by executive Jeanie Buss as Season 2 premieres.
- ‘The folk scene is very middle class. The divide is huge’: Jim Ghedi, the Sheffield singer bringing his doomy music to the movies
Jim Ghedi, a Sheffield singer-songwriter, unexpectedly landed a film scoring opportunity for Hugh Jackman's 'The Death of Robin Hood' after a director reached out to him on social media, highlighting his rise from obscurity and struggles with impostor syndrome despite his acclaimed work in the folk music scene.
- In Replaced, a Sentient A.I. Learns Its Limits
The retro-inspired game Replaced combines Sega Genesis aesthetics with modern technology, exploring the journey of a sentient AI as it learns about its limitations.