Monthly Archives: October 2010
Pallant House’s Staircase to design heaven in Sussex | Culture24
Since 2006, Chichester’s Pallant House has been commissioning artists to redesign its 18th century stairwell. Kirstie Brewer takes a look back at the dazzling stars, mussel shells and international artists who have had a go. Pallant House Gallery has undergone … Continue reading
Filed under Art, Culture24, History and Heritage, Places to Go
Child at Heart
Charlie and Lola may be celebrating their tenth birthday, but as Kirstie Brewer discovers, their creator Lauren Child has no intention of growing up Within minutes of talking to Lauren Child I can tell that she isn’t like most adults. … Continue reading
Filed under Illustration, Interviews, Literature
Diaghilev’s Golden Age of the Ballets Russes dazzles London with V&A display | Culture24
Dictator, devil, charlatan, sorcerer and charmer Serge Diaghilev’s revered exploits as the ringmaster of the early 20th century Ballets Russes troupe go under the spotlight in dramatic fashion at the V&A, says Kirstie Brewer. Exhibition: Diaghilev and the Golden Age … Continue reading
Filed under Art, Culture24, Fashion, History and Heritage, Places to Go, Places Worth Visiting
Lay off the ‘C’ word…
Ahead of the Guildford Book Festival, best-selling author Dorothy Koomson talks to Kirstie Brewer about storyline taboos and the curse of literary stereotypes I always judge a book by its cover. And I always dismiss the ones with covers that … Continue reading
Filed under Interviews, Literature
