Theo Farrant

Culture news

France opens historic cultural space dedicated to French language

Visitors will be able to view the famous Villers-Cotterêts ordinance, signed in 1539 by François I, as well as receive personalised reading recommendations from an artificial intelligence machine.

19 October 2023

Culture news

Jada Pinkett Smith reveals more about the Oscar slap and its fallout

Euronews Culture sat down with Jada Pinkett Smith to discuss her reflections on the infamous Oscars slap, her relationship with husband Will Smith and her new bombshell memoir.

19 October 2023

Art

Mark Rothko's masterpieces on show in historic Paris retrospective

The Louis Vuitton Foundation presents the first retrospective in France dedicated to Mark Rothko since the exhibition held at the Musée d’Art moderne de la Ville de Paris in 1999.

18 October 2023

Lifestyle

Take a look at Adobe's interactive dress which can change patterns

Adobe has unveiled Project Primrose, "a digital dress that brings fabric to life."

18 October 2023

Art

How actress Sharon Stone rediscovered herself through art

Stone's second exhibition, "Welcome to My Garden," features 19 colourful, abstract paintings, showcasing her remarkable artistic growth since her debut.

16 October 2023

Art

Pablo Picasso's grandson reflects on the artist's life and legacy

We spoke with Bernard Ruiz-Picasso, the art collector and grandson of Pablo Picasso, to discuss the iconic artist's life and legacy.

14 October 2023

Culture news

John Lennon's little-known girlfriend reveals all in new documentary

During his complicated marriage with Yoko Ono, John Lennon had a 18-month relationship with their assistant, May Pang, which began when Ono asked Pang to become Lennon's temporary girlfriend due to his restlessness, as revealed in the new documentary 'The Lost Weekend: A Love Story.'

13 October 2023

Design

Sony to launch groundbreaking Access Controller for disabled gamers

Sony has developed an innovative controller in collaboration with disabled gamers to address accessibility challenges in traditional gaming.

13 October 2023

Design

How this groundbreaking silicon watch could revive French watchmaking

TheTimeChanger watch, 100% made in France, features a groundbreaking silicon core by Silmach in Besançon, potentially marking a renaissance for French horology.

12 October 2023

Art

New York exhibition offers deep dive into the mind of Spike Lee

A new exhibition in Brooklyn, New York, offers a rare and immersive glimpse into the world of Spike Lee, a renowned American filmmaker and director, through over 400 objects from his personal collection.

11 October 2023

Art

London exhibition presents planets, pendulums and AI-generated text

The art collective United Visual Artists is inviting visitors to explore an extraordinary amalgamation of planets, pendulums, and AI-generated words as part of a new exhibition at London's 180 Studios.

11 October 2023

Art

Picasso sculptures take centre stage at Bilbao's Guggenheim

The Guggenheim Museum Bilbao has opened 'Picasso Sculptor - Matter and Body', an exhibition of the Spanish artist’s work marking the 50th anniversary of his death.

11 October 2023

Culture news

2,000-year-old 'Tomb of Cerberus' with frescoes discovered in Italy

Preliminary assessments suggest that the tomb dates back approximately 2,000 years to the Republican and Imperial Roman ages.

10 October 2023

Art

Siena Photo Awards 2023: Take a look at the powerful winning images

This year's Siena Photo Awards winners offer a breathtaking glimpse into the full spectrum of the human experience, spanning from deep-sea divers' adventures to emotional farewells at war.

10 October 2023

Lifestyle

Nigerian influencer offers a glossary of modern sex words in new book

In a post-#MeToo world, author and influencer Camille Aumont Carnel questions what the words we use convey about our sexualities in her new book.

9 October 2023

Culture news

Take a look at Darren Aronofsky's new film at the Las Vegas Sphere

Oscar-nominated director Darren Aronofsky debuts "Postcard from Earth" at Las Vegas' Sphere, a two hour documentary blending sci-fi and nature elements.

9 October 2023

Culture news

Paris' iconic Seine book stalls face displacement for Olympic Games

The 2024 Paris Olympics' opening ceremony, a historic event taking place on the renowned River Seine instead of a traditional sports venue, holds little cause for celebration among the centuries-old riverbank booksellers.

5 October 2023

Culture news

David Beckham relives red mist misery after World Cup sending off

David Beckham's new documentary series launches on Netflix on 4 October.

4 October 2023

Lifestyle

Absolutely fabulous darling! Highlights from Paris Fashion Week 2023

Gender-defying styles were among the highlights from Paris Fashion Week that also included Saint Laurent's night show beneath the Eiffel Tower and Louis Vuitton's star-studded extravaganza.

3 October 2023

Art

Musée d'Orsay exhibition offers glimpse into Van Gogh's final months

Vincent van Gogh's final creative burst during his challenging mental health struggles is the focus of a new exhibition at Paris' Musée d'Orsay, which is offering an innovate virtual reality experience.

3 October 2023