The Most Magical Moment. How Victoria Vykhodtseva Approaches Photography
Victoria Vykhodtseva, an acclaimed Russian-born Canadian photographer has spent the last decade perfecting her art in digital photography.
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Archeology of the Marginal: Sisters, Saints, Sibyls
Last year, the renowned gallerist Larry Gagosian launched a series of exhibitions in non-traditional spaces by showcasing early works by Christo in a Georgian house on Princelet St. This approach is continued with Sisters, Saints, Sibyls, a video installation by…
A Classic Tragedy: Dominic West as Eddie Carbone
Let’s say it straight away: this is very much an actor’s play. Director Lindsay Posner focuses on dissecting characters, clearly scrutinising every move. The character of the main protagonist is particularly well-examined.
Pavel Otdelnov’s Hometown
The old waiting room of Peckham Rye station, devoid of any directional signs and missing from Google Maps, embodies the less visible, almost spectral facet of South London’s eventfulness. To access it, one must ascend three flights of stairs adjacent…
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 25 to 27. The Emperor and Empress of Japan will…
Tarte tatin: a quick pie for caramel lovers
Tarte Tatin is one of the simplest apple pies in the world. According to legend, it was invented by the Tatin sisters in the late 18th century. They wanted to make a regular apple pie, but something went wrong, and…
Great Maria: The story of Marie Curie put into a musical
Off-West End plays are always made with great love and tremendous enthusiasm. It’s not about commerce, but about art in its purest form. The new musical “Marie Curie” is no exception.
Debate clash
As the UK elections approach, the political scene has heated up with intense battles between parties. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Labour leader Keir Starmer, the main contenders for leadership, continue to make statements, promises, and accusations, aiming to maintain…
Dominion at Newport Street Gallery
Since May 24th, Damien Hirst’s Newport Street Gallery has been the stage for the Dominion exhibition, curated by Hirst’s son Connor. This exhibition is primarily composed of Hirst’s own collection—a formula that is quintessentially Hirst. The roster alone commands attention,…
Uzbek Cultural Festival 2024: A National Celebration in London
The UK’s largest festival of Uzbek culture and gastronomy took place in London this past weekend. This year marks the second annual festival, with a turnout of around 60,000 attendees. In 2023, up to 40,000 people attended the festival at…
The story of one masterpiece: reconstructing the story of Bolero’s creation
Actor Raphaël Personas, who plays Maurice Ravel in a new film, Bolero, by Anne Fontaine (released in France in March 2024), looks a bit like Cillian Murphy, having a similar piercing gaze. The new film, paradoxical as it may sound,…
Apple Charlotte: a recipe for a case of pie deficiency
Debates about what makes a classic charlotte can go on forever: every family has its own recipe. Our version is a moderately fluffy sponge cake baked with tart apples. Even beginners can handle it: all you need to do is…