The UK's arts are amongst the most vibrant in the world - whether in theatres and galleries or in clubs, the streets - or in the virtual world. These pages describe the turn-of-century UK scene and give a wealth of information on what the UK has to offer.
Every year we run up to 2000 arts events in 100 countries, reaching an audience of millions, and nurturing long lasting relationships between artists internationally.
Art, Architecture and design
We organise a range of art, architecture and design exhibitions, from political graphics, to Chris Ofili at the Venice Biennale, to the style preoccupations of 21st century dandies.
Beijing Art Exhibition - photographer Mat Wright copyright British Council
Dance
We arrange and support a wide range of dance events throughout the world. Why not explore our database of UK dancers, and find out about UK dance events happening near you?
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Drama
Contemporary UK drama is more vibrant than ever. Explore our database of UK theatre companies, and find out about our work across all forms of drama.
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Film and Digital content
Find out about international film festivals, UK film directors and films, making a film in the UK, and training and careers advice. Read about UK animation, documentaries, features and short films.
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Literature
Find out about contemporary UK and Commonwealth literature - authors, books, courses, events and projects involving UK authors around the world, or join our global readers on our new interactive book site enCompassCulture.
Music
Are you interested in music from the UK? Want to hear all about the vibrant and diverse landscape of the UK's music scene, from hip hop to folk? Find out more
Close up of hand playing piano, Hong Kong - photographer Mat Wright copyright British Council
