Brokeback Mountain play to debut in London
Brokeback Mountain is now getting a stage adaptation and will run from 10 May to 12 August at Soho Place in London’s West End.
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London museums struggle for visitors post-Covid
Annual research from The Art Newspaper has revealed that London’s museums and galleries are faring worse than global competitors in recouping the number of visitors they had pre-pandemic.
The 7 best places for a Guinness in London
To mark Saint Patrick’s day, we sent the long-suffering Archie Brydon on a quest to sample some of London’s best pints of Guinness.
London's Skyline Secrets | The curious appeal of fire drill towers
Discover the story behind London's enigmatic drill towers, essential for firefighter training and standing as defiant symbols amidst urban development and gentrification.
What really happens at the British Kebab Awards?
Last month saw the 11th edition of the British Kebab Awards, a star-studded affair where restaurateurs join forces with politicians and civil servants to give awards, eat kebabs and, well, drink.
The mundane made extraordinary | Emily Gillbanks' London Underground paintings
British artist Emily Gillbanks showcases her debut solo exhibition, Temporary Sitters, at the JD Malat Gallery in London, exploring the complex and diverse world of Tube life in these London Underground paintings.
Cheap theatre tickets in March | What's on sale and where?
Are you looking for a cheap theatre trip to while away the cold winter nights? Look no further than our guide to the best theatre discounts in London and beyond.
Planned National Portrait Gallery mural celebrates British women
The National Portrait Gallery has commissioned a seven-panel mural depicting 130 women from British history, as part of the gallery’s three-year project to increase female representation in its collection.
Sundance Film Festival: London sets dates and announces opening film
The London edition of the prestigious Sundance Film Festival will take place July 6-9 at Picturehouse Central.
Michelle Brasier | ‘I've always found comedy in the dark parts of life’
Michelle Brasier is an Australian comedian, embarking on a five-night run at London’s 21 Soho, starting this evening (6th March). She also has the predicted lifespan of an average bear, which is the name of her show.
The Other Art Fair | 5 must-see events
The Other Art Fair, presented by Saatchi Art, returns to The Truman Brewery, London, from March 9-12, offering a vibrant programme of exciting features, emerging talent, and inclusivity.
Kandinsky masterpiece once seized by Nazis breaks record in London sale
A painting by the Russian artist Wassily Kandinsky that was stolen by the Nazis, who then killed its owner at Auschwitz, has sold for a record £37.2m at auction in London.
Exhibition exploring London's fog coming to Charles Dickens Museum
A new exhibition is opening at the Charles Dickens Museum later this month, exploring the role of fog on Dickens and Victorian London.
The best events in London this March
Spring is coming and London's got countless events to help welcome in the ever-so-slightly warmer weather. We picked out some of the best.
Best gigs in London this March
Get ready for a month full of eclectic live music performances across London's venues featuring British and international talents. Here's our London March gigs guide.
Bernie Sanders at Southbank Centre | It's Okay To Be Angry About Capitalism
Last week, United States senator Bernie Sanders spoke at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall ahead of his new book, It’s Ok To Be Angry About Capitalism. We went along to see what he had to say.
Poets in Vogue is looking in the wrong direction - where are Ted Hughes's trousers?
★★☆☆☆ A National Poetry Library exhibit, Poets in Vogue, showcases seven female poets' fashion and poetry, featuring Sylvia Plath's skirt. While celebrating female poets is essential, why focus on their clothing? And why only scrutinise women's outfits?
El Anatsui named as next artist for Turbine Hall commission
El Anatsui has been announced as the next artist to take over Tate Modern’s Turbine Hall, with his commission on display from 10 October 2023 to 14 April 2024.
Iconic portraits from CUTS, legendary 80s and 90s London hair salon
The re-release of CUTS, a book of portraits shot by Steve Brooks in the 90s and 00s at the legendary London hair salon, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of culture and creativity.
Fear and Loathing in Dopamine Land
Dopamine Land is an immersive experience in West London, promising visitors a world of “totally irresistible happiness”. It couldn’t be… could it? Archie Brydon went to find out.
Beyond The Streets London review at the Saatchi Gallery
★★★★★ The Saatchi Gallery’s new exhibition, Beyond The Streets, is massive. In both scale and scope, the display dwarfs any street art exhibition the UK has hosted before, spanning the breadth of the subculture on both sides of the Atlantic and beyond.
The Lehman Trilogy review | an undeniably intimate epic
Charting the rise and fall of America's fourth largest investment bank, Sam Mendes' Tony Award-winning epic, The Lehman Trilogy, returns to the Gillian Lynne Theatre following its acclaimed Broadway run.
Working from home in London | Which area works from home the most?
Data from the 2021 UK census has revealed the levels at which Londoners work from home, highlighting a huge range between boroughs and the sharp increase over the last ten years. See the full data below.
Machine Gun Kelly announces surprise show at Royal Albert Hall
In what seems a surprising collaboration, Machine Gun Kelly has announced a one-off show at the Royal Albert Hall on Wednesday 31 May, with tickets available later this week.
Pretty Fly (For A Flat White Guy) | How the Pret subscription stole my identity
An email and a new moniker have forced me to reassess my relationship with Pret A Manger, begging a number of questions, none bigger than: has Pret fallen victim to the brilliance of its own subscription service?
My 21st Century Blues review | What the pop industry needs right now
★★★★☆ Raye's new style and album are hard-hitting and political, to say the least. Peppered with London vernacular, the independent popstar borrows neatly from Lily Allen and Amy Winehouse. Here's our My 21st Century Blues review.
Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons review | short, sweet, sharp
★★★☆☆ Jenna Coleman and Aidan Turner star in the West End-debut of Sam Steiner’s character-limited dissertation on the importance of words.
The best events in London this February
From a pancake day race and an orchid festival, to a new exhibition on the war in Ukraine and a speech from Bernie Sanders, it's a busy month in the UK capital. Find our guide to the best events in London this February.
February's London Theatre Guide
February is finally here, and as Valentine's Day fast approaches, what better way is there to say "I love you" than a balcony seat at the Noël Coward? Luckily for anyone behind on present-buying, we're on-hand with every hip and happening theatre show to check out this month.
Pollock's Toy Museum | UK's oldest toy museum announces closure
The UK's oldest toy museum, Pollock’s, has announced its closure, in a move set to send thousands of antique toys into storage.
