Imagined geography and a real history of colonialism, imperialism and resistance collide in Project a Black Planet at the Barbican. Content warning: this exhibition, and review, contains some outdated terminology. Connections Between Exhibitions It was only a short time ago that I mentioned Marcus Garvey, in the context of Hurvin Anderson at Tate Britain. Anderson […]
Monroe’s agency in creating her image is at the forefront in the National Portrait Gallery’s exhibition Marilyn Monroe: A Portrait. Choosing Which Exhibitions to See in London: A Matter of Snap Decisions The thing with London is that you can’t see everything. Or maybe you could if seeing exhibitions was your full time job, but […]
I get to know Puccini’s famous love story, La Bohème, at the Royal Ballet and Opera. Why did nobody tell me this was a Christmas story? La Bohème What I previously knew about La Bohème I could have written on the back of a postage stamp (if they weren’t all stickers these days). By Puccini. […]
There’s more here than meets the eye in Tender, as Eleanor Tindall’s queer romance returns to the Bush Theatre. Tender For me, one of the strengths of the Bush Theatre‘s programming is its support for the ongoing development of works it has nurtured. It shows a commitment to working with creatives and actors over a […]
We’re all invited to Chunkyz Shisha Lounge as Blue Mist continues its UK tour. Blue Mist Stratford East, it’s been a while! A shockingly long while actually – the last time I came here social distancing was in full force, and I took a seat on the stage for VR theatrical experience Petrichor. I’ve been […]
Learn all about the world’s first international sea port in Byblos, Cité Millénaire du Liban at l’Institut du monde arabe in Paris. Byblos, Cité Millénaire du Liban In my last post, I introduced you to l’Institut du monde arabe, or the Arab World Institute. This cooperative endeavour by a number of Arab countries aims to […]
A visit many years in the making, I finally make it to l’Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris. A Long Overdue Visit When the Salterton Arts Review was but a youngster, and hadn’t yet seen much of the world, there were so many sights I wanted to see. And so, when our French curriculum at […]
The Ryan Calais Cameron Season at Catford’s Broadway Theatre kicks off with Last Goal Wins, a play in which it’s all to play for as the last spots on Nigeria’s World Cup squad are decided. Last Goal Wins I had the privilege, before seeing Last Goal Wins yesterday evening, of hearing from some of those […]
NODA MAP push science, science fiction, theatre, pretty much everything to its limits in -320°F, on in London now at Sadler’s Wells Theatre. Japanese Theatre in London: −320°F It’s been a minute since I saw anything at Sadler’s Wells! The original Sadler’s Wells, that is – I’ve been a couple of times now to their […]
A deeply personal dark comedy, The Extraordinary Life of a Rat Racer gives an insight into intrusive thoughts and anxiety as our protagonist, Eva, does her best to get through the day. The Extraordinary Life of a Rat Racer Sometimes, in the world of theatre, you need to carve out your own space. That has […]
