Culture

Rory Stewart’s ‘Middleland: Dispatches from the Borders’ in review

Middleland (2025) is not his masterpiece, but it is as much worth reading as any of his work – erudite, perceptive, and beautifully written.

Books Hassan Akram -

A breakdown in technicolour: ‘Company’ in review

With flashing lights and a shower of confetti, Fennec Fox Productions’ Company bursts onto the Playhouse stage to deliver its exuberant portrayal of romantic pessimism, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Culture Beatrix Arnold -

Lost and found: The art of translation

Translation should be more than mechanic substitution. It demands that the translator acts as a conduit, conveying the intricacies of emotion, style, and intention, while negotiating the hurdles of linguistic complexity.

Books Beatrix Arnold -

‘An enormous amount of humour’: ‘Lemons’ review

Lighthouse Productions’ debut project delivered a fast paced, hilarious version of Sam Steiner’s script. Even the argumentative scenes prompted laughs.

Culture Charlie Bailey -

Review: Semi Monde

Georgina Wilson enjoys the aimless wanderings of wealthy 1920s Paris

Review: American Horror Story: Coven

Veronica Heney finds this third series to be as dazzlingly bonkers as the first two

French Film: the original and best

Eleanor Halls extols the virtues of the French cinema scene

Review: Blurred Lines

Bethan Roberts is struck by this theatrical exploration of the controversial song

Preview: Sweeney Todd

Ben Horton looks forward to a thrill ride from start to finish

Directing at the Donmar

Georgina Wilson witnesses a talk by award-winning director Michael Grandage

Review: Ballad of the Burning Star

Naomi Polonsky is gripped by this experimental blend of conflict and cabaret

Review: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight

Laurie Churchman is unconvinced by an ambitious attempt to juggle the authentic and the modern

Review: The Oxford Imps’ 10th Anniversary Spectacular

Emma Hewitt enjoys a diverse selection of comedy treats

Bargain Bin: The Four Tops – Loco in Acapulco

Helen Thomas gets lost in the dangerous art of listening to vinyl.

Reverend at the crossroads

Nasim Asl asks Jon 'The Reverend' McClure about forthcoming album, Thirty-Two

Review: Illum Sphere – Ghosts of Then and Now

Ryan Hunn's debut for Ninja Tune is an impressive display of balance and a light touch.

Review: Temples – Sun Structures

Temples' brand of modern psychedelia, in its drive for reflection rather than imitation, makes for a masterpiece.

Review: Young Fathers – Dead

The debut album from the Edinburgh hip hop group perpetually casts off all expectations.

Culture Editorial: Inside Llewyn Davies

Evy Cavalla gets inside Inside Llewyn Davies

Letter From… Beijing

Beijing's weirdos aren't so weird, says Stefan Harvey

Cherwell Culture Tries… Slam Poetry

Matt Broomfield is won over by a slamtastic bunch of poets

Preview: Chess the Musical

Kathryn Bennett enjoys an exciting tale of love and betrayal

Preview: The Oxford Imps

Alex Baugh celebrates ten years of comedy genius

Live Blog: Tommy Wiseau visits the Oxford Union

Max Long reports from the Union on the director's visit to the Union, of 'The Room' fame

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