Yoko Ono at the Tate, J-LO’s Bennifer Ballard and the Berlinale 2024 opening film – here’s what’s happening in Europe this week.
advertisementThe glimmers of spring sunshine are finally upon us, and there are plenty of exciting cultural events taking place.
Whether you’re looking for something to keep the kids busy during the school holidays, valentine date Whether you’re going out for the day or planning a weekend, they’ll keep you looking cool. Here are our picks for things to see, do and hear around Europe right now.
exhibition
“Yoko Ono: Music of the Heart”, London, UK
Although she is best known for being the wife and creative partner of the late Beatle John Lennon, you may be less familiar with Yoko Ono’s solo artistic achievements. A new exhibition at London’s Tate Modern aims to rectify this situation, offering visitors the chance to explore the Japanese multimedia artist’s extensive work, including installation, film, music and photography. . This monumental showcase spans seven decades of her artistic evolution and features more than 200 works. Learn more about.
“LOEWE FOUNDATION CRAFT PRIZE 2024”, PARIS, FRANCE
A celebration of the world’s best craftsmen, LOEWE FOUNDATION CRAFT PRIZE 2024 has selected 16 finalists, whose work will be displayed in an exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris until June 9th. All enchanting pieces, from tapestries to coffee tables to foam sculptures, open visitors’ minds to the limitless imagination of human craft.
theater
“The Marvelous Myth Hunter”, London, UK
If you live in the UK and are worried about keeping the kids busy for more than six months, this new family-friendly theater show at London’s Southbank Center is just the thing for you.
Beginning Feb. 17 and part of the center’s Imagine Children Festival, “The Marvelous Miss Hunter” will feature two separate storytelling events: “Mad Monsters” and “Family Feud.” Sessions will be offered, each featuring a one-hour interactive show aimed at ages 6 and up.
A journey through the mythical worlds that exist in a variety of cultures, the show features everything from witches and warriors to monsters and mummies to spark imaginations and enlighten young minds (while also It also gives you a break).
festivals and events
“Slapstick Festival Bristol”, UK
As Charlie Chaplin once said, “A day without a laugh is a day wasted.” Come hungry and prepare for laughs at this celebration of classic slapstick comedy at Bristol His Beacon. A staple of British culture since 2005, the annual festival aims to revive the golden age of silent comedy and features such famous performers as Harry Hill, Robert Lindsay, Tim Vine, Lucy Porter and Sir Michael Palin. There will be over 30 performances by some of the best British performers. The event is being held until February 18th.
london fashion week
London Fashion Week has begun, darling. Focusing on the best of British style, the catwalk, organized by the British Fashion Council, will run across the city until February 20th, featuring the likes of Simone Rocha, Emilia Wickstead, Burberry’s Daniel Lee Collection and Harry Potter. 67 designers will be featured, including Styles favorite Harry Lambert. LFW, one of the world’s top five fashion events, also celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. Learn more about its history here.
movie
“Bob Marley: One Love”
Don’t worry about anything. Because a new autobiographical drama based on Bob Marley’s life will be seen this weekend. Directed by Reynaldo Marcus Green (King Richard), the film chronicles the rise of the world’s most famous reggae artist and the adversity he faced, and stars Kingsley Ben-Adir as Marley.
Berlinale 2024 review: “Such a small thing”
The 74th Berlinale Film Festival is currently underway and is off to a strong start. The opening piece is one of his best in years.
advertisementSmall Things Like These, starring Cillian Murphy and Emily Watson, is “an understated yet highly impactful film about one of Ireland’s darkest moments”, says Euronews.・Culture film critic David Maurikand writes. Read his full review here.
“La Passion de Dodin Bouffant” (“The Taste of Things”)
A delicious feast for the soul, this French food film directed by Tran Anh Hung is a sensitive depiction of a 20-year love affair between two cooks. Starring Juliette Binoche and Benoît Magimel, and expressing the sensitive aspects of love and connection through exquisitely crafted dishes, this is truly something to sink your teeth into and leave with a chef’s kiss goodbye. For more detailed reviews, This is the opinion of film critic David Mauricand.
TV series
“New look”
An autobiographical drama about French fashion designer Christian Dior’s creation in 1947 of a fashion line informally named “New Look,” this flamboyant series explores the complex post-war era of Parisian haute couture. delving into the history and politics of The film, starring Ben Mendelsohn, John Malkovich, and Juliette Binoche, is now streaming on Apple TV+.
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J. Lo: “This is me…now.”
Jenny From The Block has released their ninth studio album, This Is Me… Now. The project, which accompanies a musical film currently streaming on Prime Video, is inspired by Lopez’s rekindled romance with actor Ben Affleck, whom she dated from 2002 to 2004 and who was released in 2021. They started dating again and got married in July 2022.
“Camp is dialed at 11 o’clock. If you don’t take yourself too seriously, it’s a fun way to spend an hour with the star and her surprisingly fun new album,” says Euronews culture writer Johnny Wolfis . Read his full review here.