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Get an insight into the 18th annual Koestler Arts exhibition, currently at the Southbank Centre, curated by poet and playwright Inua Ellams.

Cellist Alisa Weilerstein discusses her musical upbringing, expanding the repertoire and the ‘great equaliser’ of classical music out of context.

The sarod virtuoso on finding inspiration on the go, rewriting his understanding of success and learning to accept feedback.

Meet the contemporary classical and folk music quintet who take inspiration from a bawdy 19th century pub.

If you’re yet to discover what’s considered one of the most important poems of the 20th century, we’ve put together a helpful summary.

Hayward Gallery publisher Mary Richards helps explain the process behind the gallery’s eye-catching exhibition catalogues.

An in-depth interview with celebrated Danish writer Olga Ravn on her new book The Wax Child and how ‘all language holds a view of the world’.

How are awards for books and poems decided? We spoke to three literary prize organisations to find out.

The Poet Laureate finally shares his appreciation and admiration for ‘maverick’ guitarist, musician and fellow Yorkshireman Bill Nelson.

The award-winning writer and all-round creative discusses believing in ideas, being brave and finding your own success.

An introduction to the legendary Turkish singer-songwriter who has been captivating crowds for five decades.

The East London artists renowned for their provocative visually striking pictures who take inspiration from the streets and champion art for all.