Section: Culture
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Must-see events at Bradford Literature Festival 2026
From film screenings to comedy shows and political discussions, here are the top events from the upcoming programme
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‘Buraanbur isn’t just dancing — it’s about audacity’
For centuries, Somali women have combined movement, rhythm and poetry to tell their stories. Now, they’re keeping the tradition alive in the UK
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Photo essay: Camille Farrah Lenain’s Made of Smokeless Fire
The photographer’s new monograph is a love letter to her late uncle and a moving representation of the Muslim LGBTQI+ community in France
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Can virtual reality change how people see Islam?
The Islam Experience Centre in Rotterdam immerses visitors in pilgrimage, history and culture through interactive exhibits
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How Muslim footballers are bringing sujood to the World Cup stage
From Egypt to football's biggest stars, sujood is emerging as a powerful expression of Muslim faith and celebration at the World Cup
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The legacy of the World of Islam festival, 50 years on
In 1976 London hosted a three-month-long programme showcasing art and culture from the Islamic world — the first of its kind and on a scale that could not be replicated today
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What is Muharram? Meaning, significance and how it’s observed
Discover the meaning of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar
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‘We need to take back that pride’: the Muslim drag artist teaching Islamic history
Through her live performances and across social media, Lujane Oud highlights the contributions of Muslims throughout history, showing that Arab drag is nothing new
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Children’s author Onjali Q. Raúf: ‘We can belong in these pages’
The bestselling writer on her Olivier-winning story The Boy at the Back of the Class, and the importance of novels that centre minoritised communities
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Khiyo bring Bengali music to the classroom
The acclaimed fusion band are taking a new-school approach to music lessons
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The Agency season 2 — this excellent show should be much bigger than it is
Starring Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright, Richard Gere, Jodie Turner-Smith and Amir El-Masry, The Agency ought to be a headline-grabbing TV event
