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A cross-section of tributes and retrospectives marks Miles Davis’s centenary and Sonny Rollins’s passing, underscoring their enduring influence on jazz’s evolution, from cool restraint to fearless improvisation.
Glasgow School of Art says full restoration of the Mackintosh Building is unaffordable without external funding, with cost estimated at £265m. The institution plans to stabilise the structure, remove scaffolding, and pursue a future anchored in creative and cultural industries while seeking visionary investment and public support.
Ariana Grande’s eighth studio album Petal has sparked conversation about her artistic direction and handling of fame. Critics note a more restrained vocal approach and darker production, while Grande faces ongoing questions about identity, media scrutiny and fan relationship as she navigates post-Wicked press tours and personal challenges.
A new show from Dundee Rep and Solar Bear, The Singer, centers Deaf performer Jamie Rea and a listening partner, with KT Tunstall providing original music. The production marks a milestone for bilingual, Deaf-inclusive theatre on Edinburgh’s main stages, following a decade of development in Scottish arts.