Tracey Emin on Cancer, Trauma and Tate Triumph
Britain's greatest female artist Tracey Emin opens up about her new Tate Modern retrospective, surviving cancer, and how art helped her overcome trauma, rape, and despair.
Category : Arts
Saint Joan Review: Stewart Laing's Visionary Shaw Revival
A review of Stewart Laing's 2026 production of George Bernard Shaw's 'Saint Joan' at the Citizens Theatre, exploring its modern relevance and innovative staging.
Milan Duomo Cathedral Begins Major Restoration Work
The iconic Duomo di Milano has started a significant restoration effort to preserve its Gothic architecture and intricate details, funded by local authorities and cultural grants.
National Gallery Funding Crisis: Public Should Not Pay
The National Gallery faces a severe funding shortfall, threatening its operations and public access. Experts argue that the public should not be forced to cover the costs, calling for sustainable solutions.
Lifelike Dolls: Grief, Play, and Power in Art
An exhibition showcases lifelike dolls, delving into themes of grief, play, and power, challenging perceptions of reality and emotion in contemporary art.
Lowry's Untold Story: The Truth Behind the Hero Myth
A new BBC documentary reveals LS Lowry's hidden life through unheard tapes, challenging his image as a working-class hero and exposing his conservative views and detached artistry.
National Gallery's £8.2m Deficit Threatens Free Museum Entry
The National Gallery's financial crisis, with an £8.2m deficit, has reignited debates on free museum entry. As funding pressures mount, the policy introduced in 2001 faces scrutiny, with potential cuts and charges looming.
Mimi Mollica's Moon City: London Lunar Shot on iPhone
Sicilian photographer Mimi Mollica reveals how a sleepless night led to his stunning moon photo from a London balcony, using an iPhone 13 Mini and telescope, exploring its therapeutic and democratic appeal.
Madeline Horwath Cartoon on Winter Olympics End
A poignant cartoon by Madeline Horwath captures the symbolic end of the Winter Olympics, reflecting on climate change and shifting global priorities in sports.
Ukrainian Veterans Heal Through Stage Adaptation of 'Eneida'
War veterans with severe injuries from Russia's invasion perform in Kyiv, transforming trauma into storytelling through an adaptation of Ivan Kotliarevskyi's 'Eneida'.
Ukrainian Veterans Turn Epic Poetry into Living War Testimony
In Kyiv, wounded Ukrainian veterans with severe injuries from Russia's invasion perform an adaptation of Ivan Kotliarevskyi's 'Eneida,' blending 18th-century epic poetry with modern resilience and personal war stories.
Southbank Centre Listed: Ministers Must Fund Innovation
The Grade II listing of the brutalist Southbank Centre ends decades of architectural debate. Now, with redevelopment off the table, ministers must provide the £30m requested to support artists and ensure this cultural landmark thrives.
Zahalkaworld: An Artist's Archive in Pictures
Explore Zahalkaworld, a visual archive showcasing an artist's journey through unique photographs, revealing creative evolution and personal narratives.
Artists Turn Used Clothes into Monumental Art at Hayward
Yin Xiuzhen and Chiharu Shiota explore memory and identity through textiles and found objects in parallel exhibitions at London's Hayward Gallery, showcasing massive, emotive installations.
Road Review: Royal Exchange Manchester's Gritty Drama
A review of the Royal Exchange Manchester's production of Road, exploring its powerful portrayal of working-class life in 1980s Britain with raw emotion and social commentary.
Oslo Bookstore's Epstein Display Divides Opinion
An unnamed Oslo bookstore has created a controversial 'Epstein Island guest list' display featuring books by or about figures mentioned in recent files, including Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, and Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit.
Beatriz González Show and Peter Doig's Gaudi Poems in Art
This week in art features a major exhibition for Beatriz González, showcasing her large-scale works, alongside Peter Doig's poetic tributes to Antoni Gaudí, highlighting diverse artistic expressions.
Shenoah Allen's 'Bloodlust Summertime' Review: Guns and Self-Discovery
A review of Shenoah Allen's 'Bloodlust Summertime', exploring themes of guns, slaughter, and the devil's son's quest for self-knowledge in a dark theatrical production.
24 Photography Exhibition 2026: Visual Narratives Unveiled
The 24 Photography Exhibition 2026 features a diverse collection of images from emerging and established photographers, highlighting themes of identity, environment, and urban life through compelling visual stories.
Spring's Hidden Joys: A Cartoonist's View
Stephen Collins' cartoon captures the subtle, often overlooked pleasures of spring, from budding flowers to gentle breezes, offering a whimsical take on seasonal renewal.
Met Opera Slashes Season to 60-Year Low Due to Budget Pressures
The Metropolitan Opera will stage just 17 productions in its 2026-27 season, the fewest in at least 60 years, despite improved ticket sales highlighting ongoing financial challenges.
Hill House Restoration at Critical Phase as Cement Render Removed
The National Trust for Scotland's project to dry out Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Hill House has reached a critical stage with the removal of problematic cement render. The 1904 property has been protected by a giant steel box since 2019.
Philadelphia Mosaic Artist Isaiah Zagar Dies at 86
Acclaimed mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar, creator of Philadelphia's Magic Gardens and hundreds of public artworks, has passed away aged 86 due to complications from heart failure and Parkinson's disease.
Brenda Edwards Opens London Hub Honouring Jamal's Legacy
Brenda Edwards launches the Self Belief Creative Community Hub in west London, a project dedicated to her late son Jamal Edwards, offering music studios and youth programmes.
Hidden Tragedy Behind Russia's Most Famous Painting
Discover how Ivan Kramskoy's Portrait of an Unknown Woman, a Soviet icon, reveals an untold story of life imitating art in Joachim Trier's film Sentimental Value.
Lowry Feared His Paintings Would Be Worthless, Interviews Show
Newly uncovered interviews reveal LS Lowry believed his iconic industrial scenes would be worthless, contrasting sharply with their current multi-million pound valuations.
Last Traditional Clog Maker in England: A Dying Craft
In a small Yorkshire workshop, the final traditional clog maker in England preserves a centuries-old craft, facing modern challenges and a dwindling market.
Hill House Restoration at Critical Stage with Cement Removal
The National Trust for Scotland's project to dry out Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Hill House has reached a crucial point with the removal of problematic cement render that caused decades of water damage to the architectural masterpiece.
Roxburgh's Comedy: Laughs Yes, Depth No
Richard Roxburgh's new comedy performance earns praise for its humour but is criticised for lacking substance and emotional resonance in a Guardian review.
Mosaic Artist Isaiah Zagar Dies at 86, Leaving Philadelphia Legacy
Philadelphia mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar, creator of the city's iconic mirrored dreamscapes, has died at 86 from heart failure and Parkinson's disease complications.
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