Culture

No New Worlds – Art, Plymouth and History
28Nov By Yasmine JelleyNo Comments
Culture, Editor's Pick, Plymouth

No New Worlds – Art, Plymouth and History

BY YASMINE JELLEY (C) Lucas Voss During this second lockdown, many students felt an abundance of frustration as the university dynamic became instantly uncertain. Something that is quite clear is the fact that student experience will not be quite the same. With the majority of lectures existing online, having something to get out of the house for will be very beneficial. Between 4th September until the 29th November (American Thanksgiving), an art installation has been established to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the sailing of The Mayflower. In recognition of the history, the project has been titled 'Speedwell' after The Mayflower's companion ship. With coronavirus causing a multitude of event cancellations this year, thankfully this event was able to survive due its outd...
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The Role of Art in the Concept of Escapism
21Aug By Poppy CarrollNo Comments
Culture

The Role of Art in the Concept of Escapism

BY POPPY CARROLL Copyright - Poppy Carroll In 2017, my grandma and I visited Paris; armed with only our love for art, and the high expectations Woody Allen’s Midnight in Paris gave us. We spent days exploring galleries, exhibitions and the district of Montmartre (home to the illustrious modern art scene of Paris during 1900-1910). However, I began to wonder why it is that so many people visit these places? Was it educational? Perhaps a love for art? Or, maybe, it was a way to withdraw from participation in the real world? No matter where I visit, I'll always seek out a museum or an art gallery; whether it’s the Surridge Gallery in Exeter or The MET in New York, I’ll make them my priority. There's something captivating about paintings, even sculptures. In my mind, they give us t...
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Plymouth’s Arts Community: The Rise out of Lockdown
8Jul By Melissa HawkinsNo Comments
Culture, Entertainment, Plymouth

Plymouth’s Arts Community: The Rise out of Lockdown

BY MELISSA HAWKINS Copyright - Amii Illustrates Theatre-goers bustle into the warm auditorium, hugging their damp coats and fistfuls of confectionery as they take their seats amongst the wine fuelled chatter that floats around The Drum. A few doors down, ticket holders patiently wait in line for tonight’s band, a buzz of excitement trailing way beyond the doors and giggling queues of the Pavilion. Set back from the eclectic energy that seeps through the city centre, small groups gather to review their most recent book club read; a tricky dystopian page turner that appears worlds apart from our own.  I think back to the last time I went to the theatre – I caught a one woman show at the Barbican Theatre on a whim after lectures one evening; it was raining outside so I was very...
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Banana Bread: Lockdown Classic, Swedish Twist
12Jun By Aya CharuphanNo Comments
Culture, Food

Banana Bread: Lockdown Classic, Swedish Twist

BY AYA CHARUPHAN Portions: 8 Level: Easy Price Per Portion: approx. £0.43 Swedish Words: Fika: to meet up with friends/family and chat over coffeeFarfar: Grandad on dad's side Growing up in Sweden I have been lucky to enjoy the finest cakes and pastries with our mandatoryfikas. I have been dreaming about this banana bread since I ate it years ago. When I go to my grandparent’s ski cabin in northern Sweden I always hope that we will visit my farfar's brother on the way home. They are so lovely. But as the food lover I am I can tell you that my farfar’s sister-in-law does the best banana bread in the world! I have never met anyone that has not enjoyed this banana bread. In recent months it has become a trend for home bakers, with its cheap ingredients and th...
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