Party Skills for the End of the World is an immersive theatre show at this year’s Manchester International Festival, where visitors roam a vast empty office space and, yes, pick up new skills. We talk to artist Abigail Conway about how the piece was made, as well as how to turn your hobbies into art
The working world has had a serious overhaul in the past couple of years, with standard working hours and patterns quickly becoming a thing of the past. These days flexible hours, remote working and a part-time week are not only more commonplace but are actually a deal breaker for many employees. In the creative sector, […]
Simply changing the way we look at something can lead to a moment of discovery, as revealed in an evocative series of photographs of model ships, on show at the science museum
Clothing brand Folk has teamed up with artists and brothers Nick and Phil Goss to launch a clothing collection inspired by J.G. Ballard’s science-fiction novel The Drowned World
London artist Lakwena Maciver – known for her colourful murals in urban spaces – reflects on the idea of utopia in a new exhibition at KK Outlet
After his investigations into happiness, Stefan Sagmeister’s new obsession is beauty, on which subject his studio is creating a major exhibition (see statement below). CR’s Patrick Burgoyne interviewed Sagmeister on the topic following his talk
A new exhibition on the irreverent Oz magazine emphasises the role graphic design played in the creation of its provocative messages – and its place in the UK’s thriving underground press of the 1960s and 70s
AΦE’s new production WHIST is part theatrical piece; part art installation and part video game, powered by VR technology
Shynola’s opening credits for the Netflix series – a drama inspired by 1980s TV show Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling – are a modern take on title sequences from the era
Face-to-face contact with clients improves productivity and helps build strong relationships – if it’s done right. But if it’s done wrong, it leads to low energy levels, impairs productivity, and reduces the likelihood that a project will deliver against its objectives. Made by Many’s Peter Parkes shares their tips for success
To accompany a show at the Type Directors Club, the NYT Magazine has produced a small publication that collects together some of its bespoke type highlights created since its 2015 redesign
New Order has taken over Stage 1 at Old Granada Studios in Manchester as part of this year’s Manchester International Festival. The band is performing a series of intimate gigs there which feature a 12-piece synth orchestra, and an elaborate light experience created by artist Liam Gillick. We talked to Gillick about creating a “concert machine” for the band.
One of the most respected and trusted awards for the advertising and design industries are back for 2025. Run, don’t walk to get your entries in before the Early Bird Deadline on 25 October
Growth is a dream for many businesses, but it comes with challenges. Daisy Crowder, brand and marketing director at design recruitment agency Craft, offers advice on how to navigate the change and keep staff on side
The Danish luxury fashion label has spearheaded the characterful evolution of Scandi style. Here, chief brand officer Priya Matadeen discusses its approach to collabs, the pressures of being a responsible brand, and how Ganni Girls grew from a hashtag to a badge of belonging
Brands are saying sorry at a more rapid rate than ever. CR’s advertising columnist Ben Kay delves into why sorry is no longer the hardest word and whether this is an effective strategy for winning audiences
By loosening its approach to advertising, and engaging with its audience directly, the drinks brand has transformed with the times and won a whole new set of fans
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
We speak to Lego’s VP of global brand development Alero Akuya about the brand’s rare ability to straddle the physical and virtual worlds with ease – whether through its immersive new art exhibition in Paris or collaborations with Epic Games and Nike
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
A new book from Reel Art Press collates the first comprehensive history of film posters. We explore why they remain an underappreciated area of cultural design
Mark Sinclair talks to the artist and designer about his new book, Lost Ordinary Magic, and the importance of recognising the power of simplicity and the everyday wonders that surround us
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
The band’s surreal new album visuals explore a darker, more grotesque side of romance. We speak to the creative team behind the campaign about challenging the visual tropes of rock music