English artist and stage designer shaping light, sculpture and theatre
A wave of art and urban-design initiatives is reshaping public spaces in European cities. From Aberdeen’s Bon Accord Baths hosting a large-scale art installation to Glasgow’s archives becoming public, the trend emphasizes accessible, site-specific works that invite community engagement.
A trio of Guardian pieces review contemporary Black British theatre and opera, from Kaspar Holten’s Giovanni revival at the Royal Opera House to new Barbican and Yard theatre productions. The critics note bold, emotionally charged performances, mixed narrative clarity, and lasting resonance with race and gender themes.
Oprah Winfrey has launched a four-date immersive event, “Oprah Winfrey’s AHA,” at Las Vegas Sphere from April 2–4, 2027, featuring artists like Jacob Collier and Ocean Vuong. The project, inspired by Winfrey’s U2 experience at Sphere, aims to transform how audiences see themselves through a multisensory journey.