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Unearthing Pompeii: Professor Michael Scott delves into recent revelations

Pompeii continues to reveal its secrets, fascinating historians and archaeologists alike. Amidst the ashes of antiquity, Michael Scott, Professor of Classics and Ancient History and Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International) at the University of Warwick delves into the recent revelations emerging from this iconic archaeological site.


New installation kicks off Springtime Sculpture Trail at The University of Warwick

A colourful new sculpture has been installed today, 20 March, at the University of Warwick kicking off the University’s new Springtime Sculpture Trail.

Thu 21 Mar 2024, 11:26 | Tags: Warwick Arts Centre, Sculpture, art, Sculpture Park, Arts

Art without Borders: Warwick Arts Centre Welcomes Nicole Bachmann and Francis Offman for Summer 2024 Exhibition

Against the backdrop of unprecedented global displacement, the Summer Exhibition at the University of Warwick’s Warwick Arts Centre will delve into the experiences of migrants and refugees escaping oppressive regimes, conflict, and environmental collapse.

Tue 27 Feb 2024, 09:49 | Tags: Warwick Arts Centre, art, Exhibition, Arts

Postnatal depression and marginalised women: Shocking revelations from University of Warwick researchers

A new study from the University of Warwick exposes the stark disparities within society that have long supressed the voices of marginalised women dealing with postnatal depression.

Thu 22 Feb 2024, 10:41 | Tags: art, Arts and Humanities, History, Arts

Iconic Breadfruit sculpture installed at The University of Warwick

The University of Warwick welcomes Turner Prize winner Veronica Ryan’s iconic Breadfruit sculpture to campus where it will be installed outside the Warwick Arts Centre, joining 25 other artworks that form the University’s sculpture park.


Warwick Ancient Drama Festival Returns with Aeschylus’ The Persians

The University of Warwick’s Ancient Drama Festival is set to return for its tenth year, featuring Aeschylus' The Persians. Funded by the British Academy, the festival will take place on the 25th and 26th January 2024 at the Warwick Arts Centre.


Film and TV production worsens climate crisis

Streaming giants are making TV production worse for the environment than ever before according to new research into the environmental impact of film and television production from the University of Warwick and the University of Cambridge. One Hollywood film creates around 3,000 tonnes of carbon, the equivalent of driving around the world almost 300 times.


Dr Elizabeth Goldring explores the hidden mysteries of Hans Holbein at The Queen’s Gallery

The University of Warwick’s Dr Elizabeth Goldring is set to speak at The Queen’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace on 30 November to discuss the works of Hans Holbein and uncover the hidden mysteries of the portraits. The talk is part of Royal Collection Trust’s new exhibition ‘Holbein at the Tudor Court.’


A New Creative Director for Warwick Arts Centre

The University of Warwick is pleased to announce the appointment of Beth Byrne as the new Creative Director for Warwick Arts Centre. With over twenty years of production experience in performance sectors, Beth brings a wealth of expertise to her new role.

Wed 22 Nov 2023, 13:50 | Tags: Warwick Arts Centre, Arts and Humanities, Arts

Family-Friendly Fun in ‘Planting Roots Festival’ at Warwick Arts Centre

The University of Warwick's Warwick Arts Centre invites families in the local community to a day of eco-friendly entertainment and creativity at the Planting Roots Festival on Saturday, November 4th, 2023.



A FAB success: The University of Warwick is a runner up at the RIBA awards.

The University of Warwick’s Faculty of Arts building has been named a runner up for the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Stirling Prize 2023.

Thu 19 Oct 2023, 21:46 | Tags: Faculty of Arts, Faculty of Arts Building, RIBA, Arts

Warwick Arts Centre gets ready to open doors to its Phantom Sculpture exhibition

 Warwick Arts Centre will welcome visitors to its Mead Gallery as the Phantom Sculpture exhibition opens from 5 October – 10 March 2024.

Wed 04 Oct 2023, 15:23 | Tags: Warwick Arts Centre, events, art, Exhibition, Turner Prize, Arts

Dr Heidi Ashton on why sexual misconduct, bullying and harassment is so pervasive in the cultural and creative industries.

From the #MeToo movement to ongoing cases of bullying and harassment at all levels of the industry, harmful behaviours perpetrated by people in positions of power are proving stubbornly difficult to deal with across the creative sector.


University of Warwick’s FAB shortlisted for RIBA Stirling Prize

The University of Warwick’s Faculty of Arts building has been shortlisted for the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Stirling Prize 2023. 

The £60m building is one of six on the final shortlist for the prestigious award, and the only one outside of London.  


University of Warwick welcomes schools for FABFest

The University of Warwick’s Faculty of Arts building played host to five schools from across Coventry yesterday.

Thu 29 Jun 2023, 09:26 | Tags: Faculty of Arts, Arts and Humanities, FABFest, Arts

University of Warwick opens new Venice home as part of record £100m investment in the arts

The University of Warwick has today announced the opening of a new ‘home’ in the heart of Venice – as part of an ambitious £100m programme of investment in the arts and humanities.

Thu 22 Jun 2023, 08:53 | Tags: Venice, Arts

Faculty of Arts Building awarded West Midlands Building of the Year

The University of Warwick’s new Faculty of Arts building was named the West Midlands Building of the Year at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) West Midlands regional awards last night.


Rules of engagement: the five of rules of love in Regency England

More than just late-night escapism and bingeworthy TV, period dramas encourage fascination and intrigue into fact vs fiction. The likes of Bridgerton, and its upcoming prequel highlights that for would be lovers in Georgian England, rules of engagement were a far cry from dating apps and romantic love in the modern world.

Wed 19 Apr 2023, 11:42 | Tags: Faculty of Arts, Television, History, Arts

University of Warwick named as one of UK’s best in the 2023 Good University Guide

The University of Warwick has further cemented its position as one of the UK’s best universities - after being ranked 9th overall by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.

It continues a remarkable record for Warwick, which has featured in the Top 10 every single year since the Guide was first published in 1992.