Actor Timothée Chalamet faces backlash after calling ballet and opera 'niche' interests. Cultural institutions respond with humor and defiance as geopolitical tensions and Crufts nostalgia dominate the week.
Vikings: The Immersive Experience at Dock X offers a chaotic blend of historical facts and CGI fantasy, perfect for families seeking entertainment over education.
Political cartoonist Ben Jennings critiques the Middle East crisis through an Oscars-themed illustration, blending Hollywood glamour with geopolitical tensions in a powerful visual commentary.
A major review of the Sadler's Wells East London project raises concerns over accessibility and community engagement, impacting the £80 million cultural development.
The Sydney Biennale 2026, themed 'Rememory', showcases over 80 artists from 37 countries, focusing on nuanced political narratives through art. Led by Emirati director Hoor Al Qasimi, it avoids spectacle for polyphonic voices, featuring works like Nikesha
The European Commission warns it will suspend a €2 million grant if the Venice Biennale proceeds with Russia's participation, citing violations of European values and ethical standards amid Ukraine's cultural destruction.
Sophie Price reveals family trauma after Katie's surprise Dubai marriage to Lee Andrews, with mum Amy hospitalized and kids shocked by WhatsApp announcement.
Fearne Cotton opens up about feeling shame and depression when paedophile ex Ian Watkins' crimes were reported during her BBC Radio 1 show in her new book 'Likeable'.
The ACT Black exhibit at Poster House in New York highlights film and play posters, celebrating Black cultural contributions through visual art and design.
A visual journey marking a significant earthquake anniversary and a Renaissance exhibition, capturing moments of remembrance and cultural revival through powerful photography.
Explore the life of Harold 'the Kangaroo' Thornton, an Australian artist, wrestler, and self-proclaimed genius whose psychedelic works and tall tales left a unique mark on art history.
David Hockney's 90-meter iPad frieze at Serpentine Gallery offers a digital vision of Normandy but underwhelms in reality, despite his historic gift for celebrating beauty.
The National Gallery's new exhibition on George Stubbs offers a stunning but limited view of his horse portraits, featuring Scrub and anatomical drawings, yet critics argue it falls short of a full survey.
The Guardian partners with Tate Modern to offer readers a private after-hours event for Tracey Emin's largest exhibition, featuring curator talks and exclusive access.
A researcher's claim attributing a newly discovered sculpture to Michelangelo has divided art experts, igniting a fierce debate over authenticity and historical evidence in the art world.
London's King's Cross to host a new immersive Aardman exhibition celebrating 50 years of animation, featuring Wallace & Gromit and Shaun the Sheep.
Pop superstar Rihanna is taking new security precautions after a woman fired multiple shots at her Beverly Hills home while she was inside. The suspect has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Experience the magic of Dino Snores for adults at London's Natural History Museum, where overnight guests enjoy comedy, live animals, and sleeping beneath Hope the whale in a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
An exhibition of Luigi Ghirri's lesser-known works at Thomas Dane Gallery reveals his masterful composition and subversion of tourist photography, exploring modernity through abstract imagery.
Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet sparks controversy after dismissing ballet and opera as irrelevant art forms, with brand experts warning his carefully crafted Hollywood image could suffer lasting damage.
Justin Bieber threw a water bottle at photographers while leaving a restaurant with wife Hailey Bieber in West Hollywood, highlighting ongoing tensions with paparazzi.
Ukraine criticizes Venice Biennale's decision to allow Russia's participation, calling it 'incomprehensible' and warning against whitewashing war crimes.
A visual journey through today's global events: Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon and Gaza, a Back to the Future reunion in California, and scenes from protests to dog shows.
A groundbreaking exhibition at New York's Grolier Club showcases never-before-seen letters and personal items from Jack Kerouac, offering an intimate look at the Beat legend beyond his On the Road mythology.
A landmark free David Hockney exhibition opens in London this week, featuring his digital masterpiece 'A Year in Normandie' for the first time in the capital. The Serpentine show promises to be one of the city's best art events of 2026.
A vivid celebration of Yoko Ono's life and work, exploring her journey from maligned figure to revered avant-garde artist through Paul Morley's new biography.
A woman fired seven shots at Rihanna's Los Angeles mansion while the singer was inside. The suspect was apprehended miles away after police responded to reports of gunfire.
Performance artist zack mennell created a costume from 24 adult nappies and waded into the polluted Thames for their (para)site project, contracting Weil's disease from rat urine in the water while protesting sewage discharge.
Rihanna was unharmed after approximately 10 shots were fired into her Beverly Hills home from a vehicle. A 30-year-old woman was arrested in connection with the incident.
An exhibition at the Charles Dickens Museum in London showcases rare surviving items of the author's clothing, including the linen collar worn during his fatal stroke and a set of silver razors, offering insights into his flamboyant dandy style.