Southbank Centre Protected as Striking, Polarising Landmark
The Southbank Centre in London has been granted protected status, recognising its architectural significance and divisive public reception as a cultural icon.
Category : Arts
Louvre Water Leak Strikes Denon Gallery, Second in Three Months
A water leak at the Louvre Museum's Denon gallery damaged a ceiling painting but spared the Mona Lisa. This follows a ticket fraud scheme and a major jewel heist, highlighting ongoing security challenges.
Seurat's Eerie Seaside and Gailhoustet's Eco-Brutalism
Georges Seurat's modernist shores unsettle at the Courtauld, while Renée Gailhoustet's eco-brutalist housing is celebrated in London. Plus, Shonibare, Scully, and a Picasso court battle.
Forbidden Romance Revealed in 100-Year-Old Love Letters Found at Stately Home
English Heritage uncovers a remarkable collection of love letters from Witley Court, detailing a forbidden romance between Dora Smith and Noel Pearson that culminated in marriage after her divorce.
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Snowdrops Endure as Political Leaders Fade, Says Hughes
Poet Frieda Hughes reflects on the transient nature of political power versus the enduring cycles of nature, using snowdrops as a symbol of resilience in a world of constant news.
Lucian Freud's Drawings: Key to His Major Works
A new exhibition at London's National Portrait Gallery explores how Lucian Freud's drawings and etchings were essential to his artistic process, revealing intimate flashes of inspiration.
Dame Vera Lynn's Wartime Archive Goes to Imperial War Museum
The Imperial War Museum has acquired Dame Vera Lynn's extensive wartime collection, featuring over 600 fan letters, personal diaries, and uniforms, which will undergo conservation before public exhibition.
Euan Uglow Exhibition Review: Technical Mastery Leaves Viewers Cold
A retrospective of Euan Uglow's painstaking paintings at MK Gallery reveals an artist's artist whose work, while technically brilliant, often feels drained of life and emotion.
I'm Sorry, Prime Minister Review: Satire Loses the Plot
Jonathan Lynn's stage adaptation of Yes Minister concludes with a slow, implausible satire of modern politics and woke culture, failing to deliver compelling drama.
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Review: 'The S***heads' at Royal Court - Stone Age Drama
The Royal Court's new play 'The S***heads' blends Stone Age cannibalism with modern anachronisms, exploring themes of isolation and human psychology in a provocative debut.
Dame Vera Lynn's Archive Display at Imperial War Museum
The Imperial War Museum has acquired Dame Vera Lynn's personal archive, including wartime letters and diaries, with a display opening this spring. Her daughter has given her blessing.
Review: 'Here There Are Blueberries' - Nazi Snapshots Examined
A searing drama at Theatre Royal Stratford East uses an Auschwitz photo album to explore the banality of evil, blending documentary and detective work in a profound inquiry.
Vera Lynn's WWII Archive Goes to Imperial War Museum
The Imperial War Museum has acquired Dame Vera Lynn's personal archive, including letters, contracts, and diaries from WWII. Her daughter has blessed the display, set for spring.
Trump's Cultural Crusade: Rewriting History Through Arts
Donald Trump's administration has systematically imposed its values on American culture, targeting institutions from the Kennedy Center to Stonewall, with profound consequences for national identity.
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The Normal Heart Review: Kramer's AIDS Play Galvanises
Larry Kramer's devastating play about the AIDS crisis continues to galvanise audiences with its raw emotional power and urgent political message.
London Theatre: Political Satire and Jazz Legend Revivals
Reviews of 'I'm Sorry, Prime Minister' at Apollo Theatre, 'Man and Boy' at National Theatre, and 'Miles' at Southwark Playhouse, exploring political nostalgia and contemporary themes.
Vera Lynn's Wartime Archive Joins Imperial War Museum
The Imperial War Museum has acquired Dame Vera Lynn's extensive wartime archive, including over 600 fan letters, her 1944 India tour diary, and personal contracts.
Aristotle's Ancient Love Philosophy Challenges Valentine's Day
Ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle's timeless views on love emphasize steady commitment over grand gestures, offering a profound alternative to modern Valentine's Day pressures.
Limited Ryan Gillett Fine Art Prints Available Now
A curated selection of Ryan Gillett's illustrations from The Guardian's 'This is how we do it' column is available for purchase until 23 February, featuring hand-drawn works that explore human relationships with humour and depth.
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Women Artists Redefine the Female Nude Beyond Male Gaze
From Artemisia Gentileschi to Yoko Ono, women artists have challenged centuries of objectification by creating nude self-portraits that capture raw truths about the female body, as explored in Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett's novel Female, Nude.
Royal Ballet Revives Glen Tetley's Pierrot Lunaire at Linbury
The Royal Ballet's revival of Glen Tetley's 1962 classic Pierrot Lunaire at the Linbury Theatre offers a sparse but forceful production, featuring Joshua Junker, Natalia Osipova, and Patricio Revé in commedia dell'arte roles.
Macbeth Review: Hull Truck, Bolton Octagon, Derby Theatre
A critical review of Macbeth productions at Hull Truck, Bolton Octagon, and Derby Theatre, exploring their unique interpretations and staging in 2026.
Adrian Chiles Buys First Drill at 58, Tackles DIY
At 58, broadcaster Adrian Chiles buys his first drill, aiming to overcome lifelong DIY hopelessness. He shares his humorous and messy start to learning basic skills, from Swiss cheese walls to umbrella screws.
Adrian Searle Steps Down as Guardian's Chief Art Critic
Adrian Searle, the Guardian's chief art critic since 1996, will step down from his full-time role at the end of March. His influential career spanned three decades, championing contemporary art with authority and humour.
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Robin Hinsch's Photographic Portrait of Ukraine
Photographer Robin Hinsch's book 'Lonely Are All the Bridges' captures Ukraine's societal fractures and human resilience over a decade, from 2010 to 2023, through poignant images.
The Monocle: Celebrating Paris's Secret 1920s Lesbian Club
Rendez-Vous Dance's new show at The Corn Exchange, Newbury, brings to life Le Monocle, a famed 1920s Paris lesbian club, with quirky dances and understated charisma.
Royal Mail Issues Stamps Celebrating Hornby Model Railways
Royal Mail releases a commemorative set of stamps honouring Hornby Model Railways, featuring exclusive photographs of classic models and nostalgic packaging designs.
Seurat and the Sea: Exhibition Review at Courtauld Gallery
Explore the Courtauld Gallery's exhibition 'Seurat and the Sea', featuring over half of Georges Seurat's works depicting the Channel coast, showcasing his pointillist technique and psychological depth.
Kennedy Center Warns of Staff Cuts During Renovation Closure
The Kennedy Center's president has warned staff of impending job cuts and 'skeletal teams' as the performing arts center prepares for a two-year renovation shutdown starting in July 2026.
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Mel B's 'Broken Heart' Message for Chain of Hope Art Show
Spice Girl Mel B and celebrities create heart artworks for Chain of Hope's 30th anniversary exhibition at Saatchi Gallery, auctioning pieces to fund children's heart surgeries globally.
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