The global rise of Thai boy groups is no longer a quiet trend, and we are loving it! Acts like LYKN are beginning to engage international audiences by bringing something wonderfully delightful: a linguistic texture that is refreshingly new to many listeners. Thai, as a language, has that tonal softness to it and a warm…
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Michael Sheen Returns to the Spootlight in a Triumphant New Era for Welsh Theatre
The curtain is rising on a major moment for Welsh arts: Michael Sheen – the nation’s own chameleonic master of stage and screen – returns home this January to lead a new production of Our Town at the Swansea Grand Theatre. It is not only his return to live performance, but also his debut production…
Freddie Fox Returns Behind the Camera with “The Painting & The Statue” – Exclusive Interview
Freddie Fox has been a compelling figure in theatre, TV, and film for years. He’s well-known for roles in White House Farm, The Crown, Slow Horses, Year of the Rabbit, Pride, and The Great, and was recently seen as Loki in Netflix’s The Sandman. While many may know him for his chameleonic performances, Fox is…
Festival of Korean Dance – Kim Sungyong: Dance as a Language of Truth – Exclusive Interview
For choreographer and artistic director Kim Sungyong, movement is more than art – it is an act of truth-telling. Guided by the belief that “dance is a language that cannot be described in words,” Kim has spent his career using dance to communicate the invisible and emotional dimensions of human life. His signature choreographic approach,…
Brigiding Opens Up About Drag Race Philippines, House of Ding, and the Art of Drag
When Drag Race Philippines season one was announced, fans were more than excited to finally see what the Asian queens could bring to the stage. The show’s success opened doors for future seasons and the recently announced Drag Race Slayasian, where Asian queens from international franchises will compete together in an All-Stars format – a…
In Conversation with Catherine Bailey
Catherine Bailey, a charming British actress, is often recognised for her superb performance in The 39 Steps at the Criterion Theatre. She was also part of The Country Wife at Theatre Royal Haymarket and ‘Tis a Pity She’s a Whore at the Young Vic. Catherine always shines on stage, in small or big roles; she is…
In Conversation with Masa Ogawa, the founder of YAMATO The Drummers of Japan.
Formed in 1993 in Japan’s Nara Prefecture, YAMATO The Drummers of Japan have been storming the world without a break, giving over 2,500 performances in 51 countries. After 19 years since their last show in London’s West End, the group will be back in March to rock the audience’s socks off in the prestigious Sadler’s Wells….
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‘View of the Arts’ is a blog designed by myself (Roxy) and Maggie to provide an insight into the different aspects of the artistic world. We will be writing film, TV, book and theatre reviews on a grand scale. A clear cut schedule hasn’t been decided at this moment in time, however this will be provided at…
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