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Welcome back for another round-up of exciting events and highlights sure to keep you engaged and active this season.
Explore a captivating series of events across Europe, from the latest London exhibition that unveils the style and legacy of Marie Antoinette, highlighting her controversial yet influential fashion sense, to an inspiring showcase of ingenious craftsmanship in Norway. Each event is designed to pique your curiosity and spark your imagination.
Feeling cold? Perhaps it’s time to warm up with some music. Our featured musician this week is Tom Waits; his latest role in Jarmusch’s award-winning film has inspired our music editor to compile a list of Waits’ greatest movie performances, sure to strike a chord with fans.
So, grab a warm drink, get comfortable, and start planning your itinerary. There’s no room for aimless flailing like a headless chicken this season!
Upcoming Exhibitions and Events
ART.HAND.WORK
When: 19 September – 1 February 2026
Where: The National Museum, Oslo, Norway
Discover over 100 unique handcrafted works by international, Nordic, and Sámi artists. Dive into the intersection of past, present, and sustainability through six thematic sections, including ‘Recycling’ and ‘Craft Traditions’.
Art Car Boot Fair: Comedy & the Comic!
When: 20 September
Where: London, UK
An extraordinary mix of flea market flair and artistic brilliance, featuring renowned Brits like Vic Reeves and Rankin, among a constellation of over 100 artists. It promises an unforgettable blend of performances and purchases.
Marie Antoinette Style
When: 20 September
Where: V&A South Kensington, London, UK
Delight in the opulence of France’s most stylish queen with ‘Marie Antoinette Style’, featuring her personal artifacts, perfumes, and the enduring impact on current fashion through the eyes of designers such as Vivienne Westwood.
Bonus: Experience the atmosphere of 1980s London with the ‘Blitz’ exhibition or step into a treasure trove of David Bowie memorabilia at the V&A East Storehouse.
Film Releases
The Ice Tower
Where: French Cinemas
When: 17 September
Witness the chilling adaptation of a Hans Christian Andersen fairytale by Lucile Hadžihalilović, starring Marion Cotillard. Exploring the themes of obsession, identity, and youth, it’s a cinematic journey into an eerie wonderland.
Bonus: Catch Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, hitting theaters on 19 September.
TV Premiere
The Morning Show
Where: Netflix
When: 17 September
The Emmy-winning series returns for its fourth season, delving deeper into the complicated dynamics of TV news production with Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, along with guest stars Marion Cotillard and Jeremy Irons, showcasing the blurred lines between truth and deception.
Bonus: Stay tuned for Black Rabbit, a dark comedy starring Jude Law and Jason Bateman, streaming on Netflix starting 18 September.
New Music Release
Cardi B: Am I the Drama?
When: 19 September
After a seven-year hiatus since her debut, Cardi B returns with her much-awaited second album, showcasing her dynamic evolution as an artist. Among the featured tracks is the hit ‘WAP’, her collaboration with Megan Thee Stallion.
The album reflects on the intense scrutiny and controversies surrounding her career, promising a vibrant mix of her signature style and storytelling. Mark your calendar, Cardi’s uniquely bold sound is coming.
Bonus: Look out for Motion City Soundtrack’s ‘The Same Old Wasted Wonderful World’ and Nine Inch Nails’ Tron: Ares OST, releasing on 19 September.