#karoline was an icon as well

[joanofrad]

Hey, thank you so much for your incredibly informative and thorough reply! This is so very helpful! I'll watch the documentary and read that article you linked! I was really doubting my sanity for a little when I saw those otherwise very-well informed youtube fashion history icons (Bernadette Banner and Karolin Zebrowska) defended the corset vigorously (esp. Bernadette Banner is a very strong proponent of "corsets were not oppressive" idea). But they are very pro femininity in general. :/

No problem! I’m glad that I could help! ^.^<3

In the last few years, I’ve noticed that people on the far-left as well as in “woke” circles have the tendency to make (very) ahistorical statements. I guess the whole “corsets were never oppressive” is just one of the newest ones. I applaud you for trusting your intuition, anon, and for seeking out more information!

[sentrava]

Discover the Best Scandinavian Bands of 2018

The Scandinavian music industry has enjoyed a momentous year in 2018. Following an eight-year hiatus, Swedish dance-pop sensation Robyn made a triumphant return with her album Honey; rising Norwegian star Sigrid released a second EP, Raw, and Danish electronic legend Trentemøller quietly put out a new mix record, Harbour Boat Trips Vol. 2.

But among these eminent names, a variety of emerging Scandinavian acts showcased fresh material. To wrap up the year, we’ve curated a list of the breakthrough artists who should be on your radar – from future stadium fillers to subtle indie crooners:

Denmark

mono mono

Two years ago, mono mono’s Jakob Franck and Karoline Elsig put out “Helium Balloon” and “City Lights” – singles that teased their personal brand of minimalist, ambient electronica. On their 2018 debut EP, Natural, the duo once again pair Elsig’s delicate vocals with various samples and effects, conjuring up dreamy sonic vistas in the process. Fans of Norwegian techno act Smerz will find kinship with this act.

Photo credit: Malthe Behr

    Aloo

Following a move to Berlin, Aloo dropped “Peel it” – a pulsating single that mixed industrial baselines with shimmering synth melodies. She later released Før, an EP that further displayed her arresting vocals and versatility as a songwriter. “Hiding in The Woods” is a track that reverberates with cinematic intrigue, whilst “Sail” oozes with solo clarinet sections. We’re looking forward to more from Aloo in 2019.

      Iceage

From 2011 to 2014, Copenhagen outfit Iceage released three separate full-lengths, each of which gently evolved their angsty, post-punk sound towards greater commercial success. After a hiatus, the band found form on their critically acclaimed 2018 album, Beyondless. Comprising both hit singles and a collaboration with US superstar Sky Ferreira, Iceage has clearly transcended their tempestuous DIY roots.

  Upcoming Scandinavian Shows

– March 1, 2019; Vega, Copenhagen

    Hôy la

Danish singer-songwriter Hôy la has been hailed as one to watch since 2018 commenced, and she hasn’t disappointed, releasing two EPs this year that demonstrate how she expertly straddles the acoustic and electronic sound, melding them into something hypnotic and powerful.

      Sweden

La Lusid

After the release of their EP Legends last year, La Lusid came back with a new self-titled full-length album in 2018. The album is a laid-back medley of tender indie tunes anchored by lead singer Paulina Palmgren’s soulful vocal performance. Garnering regular airplay in Sweden – especially among student radio station – the band’s reputation is set to rise both across Scandinavia and beyond through 2019.

      Marlene and Ji Nilsson

Swedish duo Marlene and Ji Nilsson are both notable recording artists in their own right. As soloists, they each released separate albums in 2017 (Sweet & Scandinavian Pain, respectively). But their decision to resurrect the collaboration they first founded four years ago produced two standout singles this year. “There” and “Ear Candy” both echo with nineties house vibes; ideal dance floor-fillers.

Photo credit: Adrian Wigerdal

    Viagra Boys

After a string of limited releases from 2016 onward, Viagra Boys put out their debut album, Street Worms, in September. The punk outfit’s compelling record mixes grunting baselines with a range of strangled saxophone solos. Lead singer Sebastien Murphy’s satire-laced lyrics further complement the band’s no-holds-barred approach. Fans of both Iggy Pop and The Velvet Underground will savor this sound.

Upcoming Scandinavian Shows

– February 28th; Voxhall, Aarhus

    Norway

Amanda Tenfjord

First Impressions is an upbeat, finger-clicking debut EP from Amanda Tenfjord, often discussed in the same breath as hit-making contemporaries Maggie Rogers (US) and Sigrid (NO). At just 21, her songs mostly reference coming-of-age experiences. On “Let Me Think”, Tenfjord questions the longevity of a relationship, whilst through “Pick a Card” she debates finding work and leaving home. Based on what we’ve heard, 2019 may well be a pivotal year in her development.

Photo credit: Thomas Rosser

Upcoming Scandinavian Shows

– January 31st – February 3rd; Trondheim Calling, Norway – February 28th – March 3rd: by:Larm, Norway – March 7th: Stormen Konserthus, Bodø, Norway – July 25th – July 28th; Trollrock, Norway

    Farida

Farida first came to prominence with her 2016 debut single “Solo Ride.” But the Norwegian-Algerian singer-songwriter has enjoyed her most prolific year in 2018, putting out four new tracks. While her music comfortably sits within the genre of Scandinavian pop, Farida shows her musical flair across these new releases – rapping on “Rob the Bank” and exhibiting soaring vocals on “You”. With abundant talent, Farida is one to watch.

      Boy Pablo

Boy Pablo announced himself in 2017 with his debut album, Roy Pablo. In 2018, he provided further evidence of his abilities (and wit) through a second full-length, Soy Pablo. Following in the footsteps of indie king Mac Demarco, the record’s minimalist guitar songs invariably twang with a heavy dose of variable pitch. Accompanied by his charming lyrics and vocal assurance, there are signs this artist is here to stay.

  Upcoming Scandinavian Shows

– January 17th; Pumpehuset, Copenhagen – January 18th; Train Live, Aarhus – February 9th; USF Verflet, Bergen – February 14th; Veka, Volda – February 15th; Rockefeller, Oslo

    Iceland

Indriði

In 2016, Indriði released his ethereal debut album, Makril. Two years later, he advanced his deconstructed, experimental style with a new full-length record, Ding Ding. Rewarded with a first-time appearance at Iceland Airwaves Festival in November, Indriði’s mercurial new work sits at the musical cross-section of Nick Drake, Father John Misty and Jeff Buckley.

      Ari Árelíus

Combining both brass and electronic instrumentation, Ari Árelíus offered us an alluring entry into his musical universe on his 2018 debut EP, Emperor Nothing. The record juxtaposes sixties inspired rock ‘n roll with effervescent indie-pop. Sharing similarities with Alex Turner’s dulcet tones, Árelíus’ commanding vocal performance anchors the impressive six-track volume.

      Bríet

At only 19, Bríet had a big year in 2018. The release of her four-track EP, 22.03.99, initially touted her talents as an emerging singer-songwriter. But two separate singles, “Feimin(n)” and “Carousel (feat. Steiner)”, later confirmed she was one of Scandinavia’s breakout acts of the year. If Bríet maintains this run of form through 2019, it won’t be long before she’s garnering global acclaim.

      Finland

Jesse Markin

Jesse Markin, born in Libera and based in Helsinki, blessed us with new solo material in 2018. Previously recognized for his excellent work as a producer, Markin manages to infuse jazz, soul, and rap elements amid this collection of dance tracks. “Blood” is a heartfelt rumination on US gun violence, whilst “Treat” is an upbeat, hip-swaying single. With a broad musical range, it’ll be exciting to see where Markin goes next.

      Vesta

In 2015, Vesta put out six separate singles, working within the Finnish folk-electronic genre. In 2018, she dropped Lohtulauseita, a full-length album that showcased a diverse swathe of new songs produced in this signature style. Accompanied by collaborative releases with compatriots Töölön Ketterä and Pyhimys, this was the year when the young producer made a statement.

      Lac Belot

Lac Belot came to our attention with his swooning 2018 debut album, Abracadabra. The record, which includes harp, piano, and flute instrumentation, is a compilation of tender lullabies. Belot’s unobtrusive vocal performance provides the subtle narration to each track’s gentle rocking rhythms. Abracadabra is the perfect soundtrack to accompany a cozy winter’s evening.

  Want more great Scandi music? Check out our Scandinavian women musicians playlist and the best of Swedish pop icon Robyn!

  Discover the Best Scandinavian Bands of 2018 published first on https://medium.com/@OCEANDREAMCHARTERS

[londontheatre]

The National Theatre today announced Toby Stephens in the role of social-scientist Terje Rød-Larsen, with Lydia Leonard as his wife, diplomat Mona Juul and Peter Polycarpou plays Ahmed Qurie, the former Prime Minister of the Palestinian National Authority. The Lincoln Center Theater’s critically acclaimed production of OSLO, begins performances at the National Theatre on 5 September (press nights 15, 16, 18 September) and later transfers to the Harold Pinter Theatre (2 October – 30 December 2017).

This gripping new play by J T Rogers, directed by Bartlett Sher, was awarded ‘Best Play’ at the 2017 Tony Awards ® and was winner of every ‘Best Play’ award on Broadway this season including those given by New York Drama Critics’ Circle, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle , Drama League, Obie and Lucille Lortel Awards.

In 1993, in front of the world’s press, the leaders of Israel and Palestine shook hands on the lawn of the White House. Few watching would have guessed that the negotiations leading up to this iconic moment started secretly in a castle in the middle of a forest outside Oslo.

Oslo tells the true story of how one young Norwegian couple Mona Juul (Lydia Leonard) and her husband, Terje Rød-Larsen (Toby Stephens) planned and orchestrated top-secret, high-level meetings between the State of Israel and the Palestine Liberation Organisation, which culminated in the signing of the historic 1993 Oslo Accords. Featuring dozens of characters and set in locations across the globe, Oslo is both a political thriller and the personal story of a small band of women and men struggling together – and fighting each other – as they seek to change the world. (Mona Juul is currently the Norwegian Ambassador to the UK – the first woman to occupy the role).

Toby Stephens has recently completed filming Lost in Space for Netflix – playing the leading role of John Robinson. The series is due for launch in 2018. Previous stage work includes Private Lives (Chichester Festival Theatre and Gielgud Theatre), Danton’s Death (NT), The Real Thing (Old Vic), A Doll’s House (Donmar Warehouse), Betrayal (Donmar Warehouse), Japes (Theatre Royal, Haymarket), A Streetcar Named Desire (Theatre Royal, Haymarket), The Country Wife (Theatre Royal Haymarket), Wallenstein (RSC), Unfinished Business (RSC), Tamburlaine (RSC), The Pilate Workshop (RSC), Hamlet – title role (RSC), Measure for Measure (RSC), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (RSC), Coriolanus – title role (RSC), All’s Well That Ends Well (RSC), Antony and Cleopatra (RSC), Britannicus (Almeida), Phèdre (Almeida and Brooklyn Academy Of Music)), Tartuffe (Playhouse), and Ring Round the Moon (Lincoln Center). Recent film work includes 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi, The Journey and Hunter Killer (due for release.) Other film work includes: The Machine, Believe, All Things To All Men, Severance, The Rising: Ballad of Mangal Pandey, Die Another Day, Possession, The Announcement, Onegin, Photographing Fairies, Sunset Heights, Cousin Bette, The Great Gatsby, Twelfth Night and Orlando. TV work includes: Black Sails, And Then There Were None, Vexed, Robin Hood , Wired, The Wild West, Jane Eyre, The Best Man, The Queen’s Sister, Cambridge Spies, Perfect Strangers, The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.

Lydia Leonard appeared in Time and the Conways at the National. Her previous stage work includes Wolf Hall / Bring Up the Bodies for which she was nominated for a TONY award and Hecuba (RSC), Let There Be Love (Tricycle); A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Bristol Old Vic), Love’s Labour’s Lost on national tour and Onassis and Frost/Nixon in the West End. Her television appearances include Life in Squares, River, Lucan, Ambassadors, Da Vinci’s Demons, Whitechapel, Law & Order, Spooks, Casualty 1909, The 39 Steps, Ashes to Ashes, Margaret Thatcher: The Long Walk to Finchley, Casualty 1907, The Line of Beauty, Jericho, Rome, Foyle’s War and Midsomer Murders. On film she has appeared in The Fifth Estate, The Big Picture, The Shocate, Born of War, Archipelago and True True Lie.

Peter Polycarpou takes the role Ahmed Qurie, the former Prime Minister of the Palestinian National Authority. Peter’s previous work at the NT includes The Magistrate, Oklahoma! (also West End) and Metropolis Kabarett, He was in the original company of Les Misérables (RSC) and Miss Saigon (West End) he most recently appeared in Working at Southwark Playhouse.

The cast also includes Geraldine Alexander, Philip Arditti, Thomas Arnold, Nabil Elouahabi , Paul Herzberg. Karoline Gable, Anthony Shuster, Daniel Stewart and Howard Ward. Further casting will be announced.

Oslo is written by J T Rogers and directed by Bartlett Sher, with sets by Michael Yeargan, costumes by Catherine Zuber, lighting by Donald Holder, sound by Peter John Still and projections by 59 Productions. JT Rogers’ previous plays for the National Theatre are: Blood and Gifts, which premiered at the Lyttelton Theatre in 2010 and The Overwhelming, a co-production between the National Theatre and Out of Joint. His other plays include Madagascar (Theatre503 in London and Melbourne Theatre Company) and White People (Off-Broadway; Starry Night Productions). He was one of the authors of the Olivier nominated The Great Game: Afghanistan at the Tricycle Theatre. His plays have been seen across the U.S., and in Canada, Germany and Israel. Bartlett Sher’s makes his directorial debut for the National Theatre with Oslo. His previous work in the UK includes Women on the verge of a Breakdown at the Playhouse in 2015, Two Boys for the ENO and South Pacific for the Barbican in 2011 and TFANA’s Cymbeline, at the RSC’s The Other Place in 2001. His previous work for Lincoln Center Theater includes: The King and I, Golden Boy, Joe Turner’s Come and Gone, Awake and Sing!, The Light in the Piazza (Tony nominations); South Pacific (Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle awards; also London, Australia); Blood and Gifts; Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (London). Broadway: Fiddler on the Roof (Broadway Theatre), The Bridges of Madison County (Schoenfeld). Off-Broadway: Prayer for My Enemy (Playwrights Horizons), Waste (Best Play Obie Award), Don Juan, Pericles (TFANA, BAM). Upcoming productions include Adam Guettel’s new musical Millions and My Fair Lady for LCT.

OSLO Listings Information National Theatre, Upper Ground, London SE1 9PX Dates: 5 – 26 September 2017 Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm, Thursday and Saturday at 2.00pm There will be a Platform event with Mona Juul, Mona Juul and the Oslo Accords in the Lyttleton Theatre on 15 September at 6pm.

Harold Pinter Theatre, Panton St, London SW1Y 4DN Dates: 2 October – 30 December 2017

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