The real star of the show
Things are hotting up in the Science Museum. This dazzling and interactive exhibition takes us through the history of humanity’s relationship with our star, and features several contributions from Imperial College.
Pinter Two: a masterpiece of dialogue and discomfort
One of the two parts kicking off the Pinter at the Pinter season artfully displays everything that Pinter did so well.
Find love, be happy: The Distance You Have Come
Depression, alcoholism, and fairytale romance: all this and more told through the medium of song in a star-spangled production of The Distance You Have Come at the Cockpit Theatre.
I’m Not Running runs out of steam
Too many issues, too little time.
DRAG at the Hayward Gallery
A wide-ranging exhibition that showcases the variety to be found in the art form.
Bottom: A queer bildungsroman
Written and performed by Willy Hudson, his one-man show Bottom shares funny, awkward and entertaining experiences.
A Tale of Two Halves: Measure for Measure at the Donmar
Hayley Atwell and Jack Lowden alternate roles in a retelling that tackles abuse of power and gender politics.
The Funny, the Painful and Everything in Between
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Gynaecologic Oncology Unit at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center of New York City brings together two unlikely strangers in the morbid setting of their mothers’ cancer ward, only for them to connect in a way neither expects.
Mrs Dalloway Brought to the Stage
This ambitious adaptation of Virginia Woolf’s novel aims high, but fails to capture the charm of the novel.
The Definitive Guide to Autumn in the Capital
With all the exciting events going on in London, it’s impossible to list all of them. But we’ve had a go! Here are some of this term’s highlights from the Arts editors.
Take a Mate to the Tate Late
Every Friday and Saturday night the Tate Modern stays open late until 10pm: perfect for a cash-strapped, culture-lover looking for a chilled night out. Arts Editor Helen tells us how to impress your mates with a whistle-stop tour of the Tate Modern at night.
Ashes to Ashes, Dust to Dust
Milly Thomas’ one-woman show is a visceral take on suicide, depression and the people left behind. It’s no wonder that this Edinburgh Fringe 2017 hit has transferred to London yet again.