Peninsula: For those who feel lost
Christian Bland reviews the Durham University Creative Writing 2020 Peninsula Anthology.
Culture & Arts
Le slam-poésie: the rise of slam poetry in France
Why the sudden popularity of slam poetry in France? An examination of the spoken word by Erin Waks.
The Nativity through fresh eyes: Part II
In this series looking into the nativity, Chris Rousell explains why Jesus wasn't born in a stable.
Christmas conflict: which argument will you have this year?
With Christmas, comes the all-important task of deciding which family argument you’ll be having this year. 2020 has been a busy one, so to help you narrow it down here…
The Nativity through fresh eyes: Part I
Chris Rousell begins a short series looking at some of the aspects of the nativity story that modern retellings miss and the theological significance these ‘hidden’ motifs reveal.
Happiest Season: a review for the girls and the gays
Magali O'Brien takes a look at this Christmas season's popular lesbian rom-com Happiest Seasons.
The Best TV Christmas Specials
The Television Editors, Emily Potts and Isabella Briers, take a look at some of the most loved Christmas episodes from over the years.
You were always who you were
In this poem, Aoifke meditates on the the processes of falling out of love, and the aftershock effect of undoing someone from you.
Die Hard: the Christmas movie debate
One of Christmas' biggest questions is answered as Caitlin Painter analyses the festiveness of Die Hard.
Review: The Covid-19 Monologues from Elysium Theatre Company
Francesca Chaplin finds Elysium Theatre Company's 'Covid-19 Monologues' varied and compelling.