festivals and events
Get involved in the V&A's week-long Glastonbury celebration Jun 23, 2020 • 2 min read
The V&A is hosting a seven-day celebration of Glastonbury music festival online to mark what would have been the festival's 50th anniversary.
Music
musicVienna hotel holds courtyard opera for astounded guestsJun 8, 2020 • 1 min read
Zeitgeist Vienna Hotel has launched a concert series that see guests enjoying live courtyard music from the safety of their rooms.
filmNew York to host summer series of drive-in festivals near Yankee StadiumMay 22, 2020 • 2 min read
This summer New Yorkers have the chance to enjoy a different type of festival experience as the Yankee Stadium swaps out ballgames for music, movies and…
festivals and eventsHere's how to celebrate Beethoven's 250th birthday in BonnMay 18, 2020 • 2 min read
Beethoven-Haus in Bonn has re-opened to the public so celebrations for Beethoven's 250th birthday can continue.
historyDenmark now has social distancing drive-through concertsMay 8, 2020 • 2 min read
Denmark has come up with a genius way for the public to take part in cultural activities by introducing drive-through events.
musicAmoeba Music record store is closing its famous Sunset Blvd location for goodMay 1, 2020 • 3 min read
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing Amoeba Music to close its Sunset Boulevard location early in hopes of surviving long enough to move to a new spot in Hollywood.
festivals and eventsFans are angry after Ticketmaster and Stubhub modify refund policiesApr 15, 2020 • 2 min read
Fans are angry at ticket sellers StubHub and Ticketmaster for changing refund policies during the coronavirus pandemic.
musicWatch the cast of Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill musical thank frontline workersApr 14, 2020 • 2 min read
They performed as part of "Stars in the House," the live-streamed concert series created to support The Actors Fund .
musicA star-studded benefit concert curated by Lady Gaga will celebrate healthcare workersApr 8, 2020 • 2 min read
A global fundraising TV and streaming concert on 18 April will feature major music stars and celebrities.
historyBring the West End to your living room with this new streaming service from Andrew Lloyd WebberApr 6, 2020 • 2 min read
Andrew Lloyd Webber is bringing his Tony-award winning musicals to the masses with a YouTube channel where you can access shows like Cats, Evita and…
historyNational Orchestra of France put on a haunting virtual performance of a classical favouriteApr 3, 2020 • 2 min read
They may be stuck at home during lockdown but that didn't stop musicians from the National Orchestra of France putting on a powerful performance for…
historyGrammy Museum wants to teach you to make videos, create beats, and appreciate music historyApr 3, 2020 • 2 min read
The Grammy Museum has introduced a slate of educational programming to keep fans and aspiring artists entertained.
musicBeatles' Abbey Road crossing repainted during London lockdownMar 30, 2020 • 1 min read
The Abbey Road crosswalk made famous by the Beatles’ 1969 album cover has been repainted since tourists have all but disappeared during London’s…
historyVisit Bristol and see Bansky's street art, virtually!Mar 27, 2020 • 3 min read
Experience the city of Bristol and the work of famous street artist, Banksy, through these podcasts, playlists and virtual tours - from your sofa!
musicBored in self-isolation? Why not learn Korean online with K-pop band BTSMar 27, 2020 • 2 min read
Popular Korean band BTS has launched an online video series designed to teach Korean to the world.
musicEurovision’s Epic Sax Guy tells people to stay at home during COVID-19 lockdownMar 23, 2020 • 1 min read
The Moldovan band Sunstroke Project has made a parody of their Eurovision song reminding people to practice social distancing and wash their hands
musicDJs are getting people into the groove from the safety of their balconiesMar 23, 2020 • 2 min read
DJs are generously sharing their talents with the wider world from balconies and from the safety of their homes.
artThis all-star playlist will get you in an island state of mindMar 23, 2020 • 1 min read
There’s little more transporting than music, and the Jamaica Tourist Board has dropped a playlist to cure those self-isolation blues.
musicBono and other musicians entertain at home while COVID-19 social-distancingMar 19, 2020 • 3 min read
The lead singer of Irish band U2 has written a new song in tribute to those affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
musicThe Met Opera is streaming operas to entertain people during the coronavirus outbreakMar 17, 2020 • 2 min read
Opera fans will get to enjoy a series of free online productions during the widespread opera house closures.
musicCelebrate Paddy's Day from home as this Irish band livestreams a gig in their homemade 'pub'Mar 16, 2020 • 2 min read
An Irish band has built a pub in their living room in preparation for a special St. Patrick's Day gig that will live stream to everyone around the world.
musicThe Australian pub from David Bowie’s 'Let's Dance' video is up for saleMar 10, 2020 • 2 min read
The rural Australian pub in Carinda that featured in David Bowie’s “Let's Dance” video in 1983 is up for sale.