THE MAGAZINE
In Memory of Queen Elizabeth II
From Balmoral Castle to the sound of bagpipes at dawn, Queen Elizabeth II’s love of Scotland was deeply felt. This piece reflects on duty, tradition, and music as part of her everyday life.
Rudolf Nureyev: The Power of Curiosity
In 1961, curiosity led Rudolf Nureyev to defect from the Soviet Union. It also gave ballet its first true international superstar. Set against the Cold War, his story is as dramatic as the stage itself. Read on for more.
Royal Academy of Arts: Summer Exhibition 2022
Since 1769, London’s Royal Academy of Arts has hosted its annual Summer Exhibition, showcasing art made today by both established and emerging artists. Open to all, it remains the world’s largest open submission exhibition.
Africa Fashion
Can fashion be art—and does it belong in a museum? This article explores how the Victoria and Albert Museum is rethinking fashion history through its landmark exhibition on African creativity.
Promming in London
Fancy classical music in the most relaxed setting imaginable? Our TWoA guide explores promming at the BBC Proms—from standing tickets to blankets, books, and unforgettable performances.
Olga Smirnova: A Ballerina in Protest
Life can change overnight. Once a leading ballerina of the Bolshoi Theatre and a glamorous icon of Russian culture, Olga Smirnova suddenly found herself recast as an outcast at home—and a symbol of artistic and human integrity worldwide.
The Joy of Simple Gestures
Choreographer Noah Gelber reflects on dance, daily ritual, and the quiet power of simple gestures. A conversation about self-care, movement, and the Japanese Way of Tea.
The Blackest Black, or: Anger Makes Creative
Imagine a black so deep it absorbs 99.96% of visible light, flattening three-dimensional objects before your eyes. Impossible? Anish Kapoor’s Vantablack sculptures in Venice suggest otherwise—and the effect is quietly unsettling. Read on for more.
Piece of the Month: Jules Massenet, Méditation from Thaïs
Composed in 1894, Massenet’s Méditation from Thaïs is a slow, spiritual violin solo. In this piece for TWoA, Lina Ezrahi explores why it continues to soothe and inspire. Read on for more.
Three Easy and Affordable Ways to Decorate Your Room
Is your room feeling plain or uninspiring? These three easy and affordable decor styles show how small changes can completely transform your space. Read on to find out more.
Antonio Vivaldi: Il Prete Rosso ‘The Red Priest’
Venice was once known as the “Republic of Music.” In this article, TWoA explores how Antonio Vivaldi, orphaned girls, and superstar singers shaped the city’s musical legacy. Read on to learn more.