Brighton Festival: 60 years of art on the edge of the sea
In May 2026, Brighton once again turns into one large cultural space. From May 1 to 25, the famous seaside…
Culture
Highlights of collectible design from PAD Paris 2026
LC went to PAD Paris to discover some of the most compelling works in collectible design. The fair closed on…
British Animation Festival: Where New Worlds Are Born
Animation has long ceased to be merely children’s entertainment. It is a unique and complex field in which artists have…
Paddington’s Triumph and a Star-Studded Night at the Royal Albert Hall: How the Olivier Awards 2026 Unfolded
London once again became the centre of the global theatre scene: on April 12, 2026, the landmark 50th anniversary ceremony…
Columns
Jeff Shankley: “Theatre is the bedtime story business”
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Jeff Shankley, a legend of British musical theatre and the original performer of Munkustrap in Cats and Pilate in Jesus Christ Superstar, has never confined himself to the mirror of…
The Player: One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest at The Old Vic
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A countercultural icon, One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest by Ken Kesey became popular almost immediately after its publication, while the film starring Jack Nicholson gained an independent life of…
London Theatre in April: Demons and Lovers
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Hooray, April! The Easter holidays, the first real warmth (typically arriving just after the break!), and of course — premieres. Everything looks so good — what would you choose?..
Trending
Pre-election season is on: Sunak promises to protect Britain
Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative Party Rishi Sunak has delivered his first pre-election message. Nearly one and a half weeks after a significant setback in local elections, he…
An Evening of Jazz with Dominic Miller and Maria Semushkina
Dominic Miller, the legendary guitarist and collaborator of Sting, Tina Turner, and Genesis, took to the stage at London’s King’s Place without a setlist, without predictability, and seemingly without a…
The Japanese Emperor’s Visit to the UK: Celebrating 150 Years of Friendship with Charles III
At the end of June, the Emperor of Japan and his wife will visit Great Britain. The visit will initially be private, followed by an official state visit from June…
People
Galina Yuzefovich: “Talking about reading is a kind of comforting refuge”
Galina Yuzefovich knows how to turn a conversation about literature into a conversation about time, generations, and collective illusions. Why…
Vasiliy Zorkii: “It’s vital to create new neural connections every day”
Vasiliy Zorkii is a musician, director, writer, producer and screenwriter, known for work at the intersection of music, theatre and…
Stuart Lawson: “Dancers communicate through movement, not words!”
British photographer Stuart Lawson, the author of distinctive visual narratives about movement, memory, and identity, has long worked at the…
Business
The Games Conference Every Parent Should Know About
In a city that is accustomed to playing host to global discussions, there are few events that have had a…
AI and the Remaking of Elite Power: How Processes Replaced Prestige
We are living in an era of profound transformation, in which the traditional coordinates of power and influence are increasingly…
Is it worth buying on Black Friday?
Black Friday is no longer just a day, but a whole period of frenzy in UK supermarkets and shops: some…
Lifestyle
EX NIHILO at Harrods: an elegant celebration of modern perfumery
Yesterday, the EX NIHILO boutique at Harrods hosted an intimate meeting with the founders of the Parisian fragrance house –…
Keep Dancing, Don’t Stop!
Winter is drawing to a close, which means the season of endless flights between cities and countries is upon us…
Inside Le Cordon Bleu London: How Chefs Are Made
January is notoriously a time for fresh starts—and for some, that change is a big one. It’s in January that…
Travel
Tbilisi: Revisited
I have lived in London for over 30 years, yet Georgia remains a place I cannot stay away from for…
Seven stops in Japan: a journey through a flawless country
“We want to go to Japan,” my children announced. “We want to get pushed into subway cars by station staff…
First Snow, First Ski and the main question: ‘Can We Come Back?’ – Family Resort Rainer in South Tyrol
“Mum, when will I see snow?” asked my 7-year-old daughter, looking through the window at rainy London.
Health
ZEM Wellness Clinic Altea: The Art of Longevity, Reimagined
Interest in longevity medicine and integrative wellness is surging. More people than ever are opting for retreats that combine restoration,…
“Bed Rotting”: A Psychological Look at a Popular Gen Z Trend
In recent years, a trend with a half-ironic, half-accurate name has quickly spread among Gen Z: “bed rotting.” This term…
Pregnancy Holiday: Embracing luxury & well-being in dreamy destinations with mom’z
Modern women are increasingly prioritising their health and well-being as they prepare for motherhood. Many seek to escape busy city…
Education
In Your Own Rhythm: The Role of Music Education in Child Development
It has long been an axiom: the first five years of life are a period of intense development. Parents buy…
Generation Distracted: Why Focus Now Feels Like a Luxury
Inattention among children and youth is now recognized as an issue around the world and across different educational systems. This…
To Live Forever: What Is Quantum Immortality?
Another speculation? A philosophical hypothesis with scientific roots? A religious movement? In truth, it is a little of everything. The…
Property
Living with a View of Hyde Park: Silicon Valley Meets Prime London
London has always had a talent for attracting interesting residents. Dukes, bankers, artists, film stars — and now the architects…
Islands and Ruins: Britain’s Market of Unusual Properties
Every property listing in Britain is, at best, a dreary photograph of a lawn and, at worst, a beige-toned, soul-sapping…
Art Deco: style and possibilities
This architectural and artistic style emerged in 1919-1920 in Europe. It got its name from the French “Arts décoratifs” (decorative…
