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How I create… with Martin O'Brien
Get an insight into the creative process of the performance artist and zombie.
Chaka Khan on jazz, Billie Holiday, and music as self-expression
The iconic singer reflects on her remarkable 50-year career in this video filmed at her Meltdown festival.
Memories of the Royal Festival Hall organ
The Royal Festival Hall organ is celebrated through memories of those who have heard it, and those who have been lucky enough to play it.
Summer vibes
My Mixtape: Just Vibez’ 10 songs to get you in the Carnival spirit
Ready for summer? You will be once you’ve thrown on this Carnival inspired mixtape.
You Belong Here: things to do this summer at the Southbank Centre
Looking for summer things to do in London? Find them all here, from free music festival vibes to shows, performances, exhibitions and talks.
10 food & drink pop-ups on the South Bank this summer
From BBQ to burgers, hot dogs to ice cold drinks, check out the tasty treats available from our food and drink pop-ups this summer.
Art, identity and the Arctic: exploring Bain Town with Tavares Strachan
Spend a day with artist Tavares Strachan in his hometown of Bain Town, Nassau, Bahamas.
Norman Jay: ‘Music without prejudice became the mainstay of Notting Hill Carnival’
DJ Norman Jay talks about his long career in music and the importance of Black music history in this video interview.
Pride ‘87 at the Southbank Centre
Rare photographs from London’s Pride ‘87 Lesbian and Gay Pride Carnival in the Gardens which took place at the South Bank’s Jubilee Gardens.
Tavares Strachan
Go deeper into the Hayward Gallery’s summer exhibition.
5 things to know about Tavares Strachan: There Is Light Somewhere
An introductory guide to artist Tavares Strachan and his Hayward Gallery exhibition, Tavares Strachan: There is Light Somewhere.
Tavares Strachan: ‘There’s something nice about materialising the absurd’
Enjoy an insight into the Hayward Gallery exhibition Tavares Strachan: There Is Light Somewhere from the artist himself.
Art, identity and the Arctic: exploring Bain Town with Tavares Strachan
Spend a day with artist Tavares Strachan in his hometown of Bain Town, Nassau, Bahamas.
Your next favourite artist
Introducing you to artists, past and present, who may not be on your radar.
Who is pianist Margaret Leng Tan?
Discover pianist Margaret Leng Tan, the avant-garde performer who has become recognised as the world’s premiere virtuoso of the toy piano.
5 things to know about James Baldwin
Get an insight into the life of the remarkable writer and prominent civil rights activist.
Who is composer Annea Lockwood?
Meet the composer who’s ‘instruments’ have included glass, conversation, and entire rivers.
5 things to know about Brokentalkers
Discover Brokentalkers, an internationally renowned theatre company from Dublin, with a track record of unusual yet powerful performances.
Who is supergroup Les Amazones d’Afrique?
Discover Les Amazones d’Afrique, a supergroup of West African female vocal talent formed to deliver an important message.
Who is singer Poly Styrene?
Remembering the legendary X-Ray Spex frontwoman, a singer of a distinction in voice, appearance and legacy.
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Arts unravelled
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My mixtape
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Introducing you to influential figures you might not yet know.
Artist on artist
Discover the inspirations behind your favourite artists.