This November, the Southbank Centre is a playground for the bold and uncontainable. KUNSTY is a four-day collision of dance, cabaret, and live art—from flamenco-infused queer cabaret to dystopian drag performance and mythic Filipino futurism, the line-up is as unpredictable as it is electrifying.

As summer shines on, the Royal Albert Hall is already looking towards the horizon of autumn, unveiling its biggest Late Night Jazz season yet. Nine genre-blending acts from around the globe will transform the candle-lit Elgar Room into a world stage — from nu-jazz dreamscapes and Persian fusion to Korean jazz-classical blends and festive swing.

Two of the world’s most progressive dance companies—Rambert and (LA)HORDE—join forces to transform the Southbank Centre into an immersive world of movement, sound and cinematic disruption. We Should Have Never Walked On The Moon isn’t just a performance; it’s a reimagining of space, body and the digital age.

PiNK iS FOR EVERYBODY (July 10–20 at EDiT. Gallery) is a bold group show reclaiming pink as power, protest and care. Spotlighting artists and raising vital funds for gender-affirming healthcare access. Art becomes action, and community leads with colour.

Chelsea Arts Festival 2025 (19–21 Sept, London) unveils first lineup: Elizabeth Day, Matt Haig, Ian McEwan, Zandra Rhodes, Jordan Stephens, June Sarpong & more. A celebration of literature, fashion, music & climate dialogue.

Robyn Orlin’s We Wear Our Wheels with Pride pays tribute to South Africa’s apartheid-era rickshaw drivers, weaving together dance, music, and resistance. Performed by Moving Into Dance Mophatong, and featuring a compelling musical score, a collaboration between uKhoiKho, Yogin Sullaphen and Anelisa Stuurman.

Wilderness Festival 2025 returns to Cornbury Park, offering an blend of music, art, gourmet dining and nature. Set against a beautiful landscape, it’s a weekend of creative exploration, immersive experiences and adventure that celebrates the spirit of artistic expression and the great outdoors.

Niamh Evans’ latest single “Easy” is a love song blending nostalgic pop charm with a modern twist; celebrating hopeful love.

Queer Jazz, founded by Tina Edwards & Arowah, is impacting UK jazz by championing LGBTQIA+ artists. Discover how they’re fostering spaces for queer voices to thrive in jazz, soul and r&b.

Rising singer-songwriter Avery Lynch’s latest single, "the boys who don’t know what they want," is a well crafted and emotionally vulnerable song that speaks to setting boundaries and the all-too-familiar frustration of dealing with indecisive partners.

The London Literature Festival at the Southbank Centre welcomed curious minds for a conversation centred around ‘London Living.’ Writers Ella Frears, Oisín McKenna, Kwajo Tweneboa, Kieran Yates, and chair Holly Pester offered beautiful yet painful reflections on life in a city grappling with crisis.

The Roundhouse, a vibrant hub of creativity in Camden, London, recently celebrated a remarkable milestone: supporting over 10,000 young people in just one year. 

Izzy MacArthur’s latest single, “Landmines,” is a compelling mix of deep emotions and nostalgic melodies. With a prominent acoustic guitar foundation, the track immediately draws listeners into a space that is intimate, with the raw sounds of an emerging artist.

Some of the UK’s most beloved stars and musical talents, including Sandi Toksvig, Trevor Nelson, Jamie Cullum, Anna Lapwood and Paloma Faith, will take to the Royal Albert Hall, offering something for everyone in the lead-up to the holiday season.

Women of the World, a global movement for gender equality, is celebrating its 15th anniversary at the Royal Albert Hall for a special 2025 event.

An evening at the Somerset House Summer Series, featuring Corinne Bailey Rae and the Euro ‘24 Finals, embodied the epitome of a British summer celebration.

With an all-female headline bill, this year’s lineup is more electrifying than ever, promising a weekend filled with unforgettable acts and experiences. Here’s our unmissable five.

Returning for its second year in the enchanting Welsh black-forest hills, get ready to immerse yourself in the magic of Madruga Festival.

Wilderness Festival is calling all adventurers, dreamers, and dance enthusiasts to dive headfirst into its latest enchanting creation: The Riddle.

Music matters - it’s a global language that transcends barriers and has the potential to connect all. Last week, global superstar Ed Sheeran sparked joy and inspiration to young people with learning difficulties at the Royal Albert Hall.