A simple and small-scale exhibition, In the Eye of the Storm is a primer on art in Ukraine in its historic context, and a reminder of how history really does repeat itself. In the Eye of the Storm, Then and Now On a recent trip to the Royal Academy, I was delighted by their newest […]
The V&A present an exhibition on Tropical Modernism, a subject with a lot more to unpack than may meet the eye in terms of colonial and anti-/de-/postcolonial politics; internationalism and nationalism; past, present and future. Tropical Modernism As a person with interests in architecture, postcolonialism, and complex historical narratives, I have had Tropical Modernism: Architecture […]
So you’re planning a trip to Cape Verde, but don’t want to go all that way and never leave your all-inclusive hotel? Then this guide is for you! Read on to learn about Sal and Cape Verde’s history, culture, sights and food and gather inspiration for your own holiday. Introduction: a Week in Sal Regular […]
Part royal palace, part Art Deco mansion, Eltham Palace is unique in South East London (and much further afield). Get to know the extended Courtauld family including their pet lemur, while simultaneously seeing where Henry VIII spent much of his childhood. A Visit To Eltham Palace Sometimes it’s the places the closest to home which […]
Polly (The Heartbreak Opera) goes back into the archives to create a very contemporary adaptation. An obscure 1729 ballad opera is the perfect source material for a modern feminist show? Tell me more! A Historic Work, Ripe for a Radical Retelling Do you have to be familiar with John Gay’s The Beggar’s Opera or its […]
China Plate bring their “sneakily informative” work A Family Business to Clapham’s Omnibus Theatre, opening up a thought-provoking conversation about the ever-present threat of nuclear weapons. A Family Business Do you know what the effect of a smallish nuclear weapon landing in Clapham would be? I now do. Chris Thorpe’s A Family Business is theatre […]
It’s time for the Salterton Arts Review’s annual tradition of welcoming in the new year by reflecting on this year’s cultural highlights. It’s the 2023 countdown! The 2023 Countdown: A Year In Review Looking back at my post from this time last year, I had urged myself in 2023 not to overdo things by trying […]
My first visit to the Museum of the Home since its 2021 reopening under a new name is an opportunity to see what has changed, and what has stayed the same in Hoxton’s hidden gem. The Museum Of The Home: A Short History It’s been a while since I last visited the Museum of the […]
India’s first planned city, Jaipur is a delightful spot. Although you could easily spend a few days here, it’s also possible for travellers with limited time to get a feel for the Pink City. A Short Visit To Jaipur During my recent visit to India, I first visited Hyderabad and Bengaluru (from which you may […]
On a short trip to Bengaluru there is a lot to see and do. Too much for 24 hours, but as travelers we must sometimes do our best to see what we can in the time available. 24 Hours In Bengaluru In our last post, we tried to catch a glimpse of Hyderabad old and […]
