Comment Writer Emily Boyce contemplates the image and reputation of the 'child star' - both the highs and lows

Deputy editor Hannah Gadd and Culture writer Emily Vanstone review the RSC's production of Twelfth Night, praising its blend of laugh-out-loud comedy with the play's darker themes, as well as the outstanding cast performances

Culture Writer Heidi Fogden debuts our new feature In Defence of Non-fiction, praising Svetlana Alexievich's use of interviews in Second-Hand Time

Culture writer Kanchalee Wiphupong provides insight into the traditional Thai festival Loy Krathong, reflecting on it's offerings of personal renewal, strengthening of community, and honouring of the natural environment

Culture editor Ruby Kwartz visits MAC's exhibition Waste Age - What Design Can Do, praising the creative methods used to reconsider our relationship with waste and the sustainable manner in which the exhibition was curated

Culture Editor Simran Thumber reviews the Grand Theatre's Beauty and the Beast, finding it to be the perfect treat for all the family this Christmas season!

TV editor Jasmine Davies reviews The Glass Castle for the first article in Redbrick Culture's 'In Defence of Non-Fiction' feature, praising the novel's deep and honest exploration of difficult family issues, noting how it helped her negotiate her grief

Culture writer Archie Marks reviews Curtis Garner’s debut novel, Isaac, a queer quasi-romance with themes of masculinity and coming-of-age

News Writer Julia Cawele discusses the exciting impacts of the reopening of The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

Culture writer Harshi Modi reviews Rotten, finding it to be a fast-paced and enticing comedy-drama filled with lots of twists that will keep you at the edge of your seat

Culture writer Louisa Pickard reviews the RSC's production of The Red Shoes, praising the magical staging of the dark fairy-tale and assessing it's commentary on contemporary society

Culture writer Jen Sawitzki reviews Bluevolution, finding it to be an entertaining and joyful performance that marks the Blue Man Group's return to the UK after 15 years