The shots that eventually led to World War One, fired by Gavrilo Princip and aimed at Franz Ferdinand, shook Europe up a whole century ago. The legacy left behind however is still prime material for historical and political (re)consideration: this after all was the conflict that shaped the entire 20th century.
Have you ever rummaged through the family attic? Danny Braverman has and what he found inspired him to create Wot? No Fish!! – a solo show that stormed through last year’s Edinburgh Fringe.
Make sure your wellies are intact - another festival season is upon us. Of course these days festivals offer more than a chance to hear your favourite bands live, with art programmes flourishing in the sunny and muddy meadows of the British countryside.
Avid readers will remember last week’s feature on Human-Nature, a multi-faceted, long term project by Siobhan Davies Dance that - true to its name - explores the various complex relationships between people and plants through a series of exhibitions, talks and events. This week we go even deeper into Human-Nature, as we talk to one of the artists involved.
Twelve months after we last spoke to him Adrian Berry, Artistic Director of Jacksons Lane, has got lots to report. One of London’s top circus destinations has had a busy year, supporting emerging and established forces alike: in the next couple of weeks alone five pieces the venue has been involved in are taking part in this year’s CircusFest.