Looking for something to do or watch? We've curated a selection of arts and entertainment highlights to pique your interest. From art exhibitions to television thrillers and engaging games, there's something for everyone.
A Heart-Stopping Art Exhibition in London
The National Gallery in London is currently hosting "Siena: The Rise of Painting," an exhibition that's capturing hearts. Seven centuries ago, the poet Petrarch raved about Simone Martini's portrait of his beloved Laura, saying that even the greatest artists of ancient Greece couldn't match its beauty. While Martini's portrait is sadly lost, this exhibition showcases the power and emotional immediacy of 14th-century Sienese painting.
The exhibition brings medieval art to life, exploding any idea of it being remote or inaccessible. Prepare to be moved by the expressive and tender works on display. It’s a chance to see the moment Western art truly came alive.
Style Essentials for March
Fashion guru Jess Cartner-Morley shares her style edit for March, offering insights into key trends. Are check prints the new floral? Is the brooch back? Cartner-Morley has the answers. She encourages thoughtful shopping, emphasizing that style is eternal, not disposable.
From affordable wardrobe updates to designer-looking pieces, her edit features items that have truly earned their place. Plus, she offers tips on how to make a boho blouse cool rather than twee. Whether you buy anything or not, her list is worth a look for inspiration.
Dive into a Magical Realist Dust Bowl Tale
Karen Russell's latest novel, "The Antidote," is set in 1930s Nebraska during the Dust Bowl. The story follows a "prairie witch" who can remove unwanted memories. The novel explores themes of climate refugees, amnesia, and the ethnic cleansing of Native peoples, all interwoven with magical realism.
The book has four protagonists, all with some connection to uncanny powers. Harp Oletsky is a farmer whose land is spared from the catastrophic "Black Sunday" dust storm. His teenage niece, Dell, is dealing with the murder of her mother. Cleo Allfrey is a black photographer documenting the suffering of farmers.
Curate Your Own Fun with Two Point Museum
Two Point Museum, a management game from Two Point Studios and Sega, puts you in charge of creating entertaining museum displays. As curator, you must protect profit first and history second. Hire experts to source exhibits, assistants to run front-of-house, and security guards to handle criminals.
The game offers whimsical satire, poking fun at serious establishments like hospitals and universities. Get ready for eccentric challenges and outrageous scenarios as you manage your museum.
Television Highlights for Tonight
Don't miss tonight's television lineup, featuring a Jamaica-set thriller starring Tamara Lawrance as an ace detective. Also, watch "Get Millie Black," an action-packed story by Booker Prize winner Marlon James. Plus, Lucy Boynton stars in a dark true crime drama on Channel 4 at 9pm.
So, whether you're in the mood for art, fashion, literature, gaming, or television, there's plenty to explore in the world of arts and entertainment!