A review of The Glow, a play of two halves by Alistair McDowall at the Royal Court Theatre. Moody and atmospheric, but not quite my cup of tea. The Glow For me, the premise of The Glow, a new play by Alistair McDowall at the Royal Court, sounded promising. A mysterious woman, chosen as an […]
A review of Dürer’s Journeys: Travels Of A Renaissance Artist at the National Gallery in London. A charming exhibition which underscores how artists have always learned from travel and the resulting exchange of ideas. Travels Of A Renaissance Artist Like Poussin And The Dance, which I saw recently at the National Gallery, Dürer’s Journeys: Travels […]
A review of Kontakthof, performed by Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch at Sadler’s Wells (and choreographed by their namesake). A battle royale of the sexes in a dance hall setting. Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch As something of a dance novice, personal connection is often a way in for me when I’m selecting performances to see. I […]
Two very enjoyable yet very different performances at London’s Barbican theatre have me asking – what is mime, anyway? Ok Tell Me – What Is Mime, Anyway? If this is a question I’m having to ask myself, then the London International Mime Festival seems like a good place to start. Although on the other hand, […]
A visit to the Bow Street Police Museum reveals a proud history of pioneering police work in this part of London. A History of Early Policing At Bow Street I have been to the Royal Opera House numerous times. And yet I don’t think I had ever paid attention to the building just across the […]
A review of Helen Levitt: In the Street, a retrospective at the Photographers Gallery in London. A record of a childhood that is now increasingly rare, especially with the effects of the pandemic. Helen Levitt: In the Street I didn’t think I knew the work of Helen Levitt, but there were definitely a couple of […]
A review of Elizabeth and Mary: Royal Cousins, Rival Queens, on now at the British Library. An interesting insight into private lives marred by public duties and political intrigues. Elizabeth And Mary Hello British Library, it’s been a while. I haven’t posted about an exhibition I’ve seen here since 2017. I actually really rate this […]
A review of Witness For The Prosecution, a courtroom drama by Agatha Christie. Such an atmospheric setting, worth it for the glimpse into County Hall alone! Theatre At London’s County Hall *Disclaimer*: Witness For The Prosecution is one of those plays where they urge audiences not to reveal the storyline. They even promote #sworntosecrecy on […]
A description of a visit to Saltaire, a Victorian model village centred on Titus Salt’s immense woollen mill. This UNESCO World Heritage site gives an interesting insight into the intersection of 19th Century philanthropy and business, and 20th Century regeneration. Who Was Titus Salt And What Is Saltaire? On a recent seasonal visit to Yorkshire […]
A review of Barbara Hepworth: Art & Life, at The Hepworth Wakefield. This large-scale retrospective marks the gallery’s tenth anniversary. Great to see so many interesting loans; but I think I prefer my exhibitions with a smaller scale and a specific focus. Barbara Hepworth At The Hepworth Wakefield The Hepworth Wakefield celebrated its tenth anniversary […]
