British Pavilion: The Garden of Privatised Delights
The British Council presents The Garden of Privatised Delights at the British Pavilion for the 17th International Architecture Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia.
Our work in arts
Arts is a cornerstone of the British Council’s purpose to build connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and other countries. We find new ways of connecting with and understanding each other through the arts, to develop stronger creative sectors around the world that are better connected with the UK.
About Arts
Arts is a cornerstone of the British Council’s mission to create a friendly knowledge and understanding between the people of the UK and the wider world.
Time for Action: COP26 creative commissions
The British Council is pleased to announce the launch of a series of creative commissions exploring climate change through art, science and digital technology.
Skinder Hundal MBE to join British Council as new Director of Arts
We're delighted to announce that Skinder Hundal MBE will become our Director of Arts from 9 December 2020.
WOW 2021 - Uniting women and girls across the world
In partnership with UK organisation The WOW Foundation, we celebrated International Women’s Day through a series of WOW – Women of the World Festivals around the world.
Covid-19 support
The latest advice, funding, resources, and tips from across the sector for staying creative during the Covid-19 crisis.
Arts Opportunities
Find out about our current and upcoming international opportunities for artists, creatives, professionals and organisations.
Read the latest Arts newsletter
Our latest newsletter includes the announcement of this year’s British Pavilion exhibition, taking place at the 17th International Architecture Exhibition.
Culture Connects Us
We have always believed culture connects us and at this time of uncertainty this is more important than ever. Artists and creative professionals from around the world share their experiences.
Our arts response to Covid-19
We have always believed that culture connects us and at this time of uncertainty this is more important than ever.
Selector Radio with Jamz Supernova
Shared with over 30 countries around the world, Selector connects a global audience with the best new British music each week. Join host Jamz Supernova for our latest show and discover an exciting new artist.
Festivals and Seasons
Our programme of Festivals and Seasons is designed to create highly visible cultural platforms for the whole of the UK, built around external opportunities (major anniversaries, international sporting events, Expos) and to respond to British Council, FCDO and devolved administrations’ priorities.
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