From big bubbles in Venice to a horrific cure for 18th century depression in 'The Devil's Bath' - there's lots of good stuff to sink into this week. The stars performing at Glastonbury festival aren't the only ones surrounded by fans - two are providing a light breeze as this introduction is typed. Indeed, as heatwaves begin to takeover Europe, we'd recommend keeping cool by visiting air conditioned exhibitions and cinemas (from Yorgos Lanthimos' to to Kevin Costner's - .
) If you'd prefer to be outside, there's a Pride parade taking place in London today (29 June) while the UEFA Euros group stages continue (always a good excuse to have some drinks with friends and say things like, "did you see that ludicrous display last night?") Whatever you decide, be sure to check out the following: There will be no bursting of bubbles at this magical 'Venetian Bubbles' exhibition by Czech-German artist Jiří Georg Dokoupil. A mesmerising display of 3D Soap Bubble Paintings sits centre stage to eight of Dokoupil's first-ever large sculptural works in glass, seven large-scale paintings and a series of works created on paper. Innovative and playful, these reveal the boundary-pushing fun to be had in glassmaking especially, while also crafting commentary on the slippery transience of existence.
Soak in its soapy sculptural magic until August 18, 2024. Quite possibly the UK's biggest festival, Glastonbury is in full swing - and thankfully less hot, with the cooling of temperatures. Sunshine.
