The O2 has launched the first-ever Toy Creche to look after children’s favourite toys while families enjoy activities at the venue. This initiative comes in response to new research showing that over a third of parents (34%) are constantly worried about their children misplacing their comfort toys. The Toy Creche will be stationed outside the Superdry store at The O2 and will operate from…
People Places and Things is a hard-hitting exploration of addiction from all viewpoints: the addict, the counsellor and the family. I learnt a lot about addiction in general, how it’s a toxic combo of low self-esteem and self-glorification. I suspect every member of the audience did, since we are all harbouring some kind of compulsive behaviour to make life enjoyable. I’m watching the…
Welcome to the ultimate party planner’s paradise – the 2024 UK Festivals Guide for all you cool London Mums and the most incredible teenagers around! Get ready to jump head first into a whirlwind of music, vibes, and unforgettable moments as we take you on a wild ride through Britain’s hottest festival scene.
Wychwood Festival at Cheltenham Racecourse31st May – 2nd June…
Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography at The King’s Gallery (formerly knows as The Queen’s Gallery), Buckingham Palace, opens today, and it’s an exhibition you won’t want to miss. Spanning a century of royal portrait photography, it offers a captivating look into the lives of the British Royal Family through more than 150 vintage prints, proofs, and archival documents, many of…
Walking into Sketch feels like stumbling into a funky art gallery that serves food. This quirky London townhouse, just off Regent Street, isn’t your average fine dining spot — it’s more like a playground for grown-ups with a penchant for the absurd.
Right now, Sketch is throwing a floral fiesta called Sketch in Bloom, celebrating The National Gallery’s 200th birthday. Running…
Looking for a dose of artistic inspiration this May? Look no further than the Affordable Art Fair returning to the picturesque Hampstead Heath from 8th to 12th May 2024. Celebrating its 25th Anniversary, this edition promises to be a vibrant showcase of galleries and artists from around the world.
L-R: Rajashree Nayak, A Bouquet of Flowers, £1175, Woodcut, NuGa Arthouse; Zuzanna Blur, Dolphins…
Until 23 June 2024, the British Museum plays host to an engaging exhibition entitled Legion: Life in the Roman Army, inviting visitors to embark on a historical voyage through the complexities of ancient Rome’s military might. This meticulously crafted showcase looks into the world of Roman soldiers, offering a glimpse into the essence of their service.
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From 2nd May to 28th July, 2024, the British Museum hosts a monumental exhibition, Michelangelo – The Last Decades, offering a profound exploration of the later years of one of history’s greatest artistic geniuses. With over 100 works on display, ranging from personal letters to architectural sketches, the exhibition provides a comprehensive journey into Michelangelo’s twilight…
What comes to mind when you picture expressionism? On the one hand, bold experiments with colour, dramatic forms, atonal music and poetry in free verse. On the other, cross-cultural artistic collaborations set against the imperial ideologies and social inequalities of early 20th century Europe.
Expressionism stands out as a vivid and unforgettable part of European art history, embodying the…
Show review: Solera by Paco Peña Flamenco Dance Company at Sadler’s Wells Theatre (17-20 April 2024)
If you’re up for a show that’s both fascinating and soul-stirring, you’re in for a treat with Solera by Paco Peña Flamenco Dance Company. Gracing the stage at Sadler’s Wells Theatre last night, this incredible performance celebrates flamenco in a way that mixes the wisdom of age with the energy of youth.
From the moment the curtains go up, you’ll feel like you’re…
