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Updated 27th March 2020All the virtual concerts, plays, museums and other culture you can enjoy from homeThe fact is, most of us are going to be . And while nothing can replicate the swell of a live orchestra or the quiet murmur of an art gallery on a Saturday morning, there are countless cultural experiences at your fingertips to make your time indoors more artful and imaginative. looks at some of the most fascinating, immersive concerts, museum tours and other virtual experiences you can take part in from the comfort of your own home.The National Theater brings theater to screens, full-length productions will be uploaded its YouTube channel every Thursday (7pm BST/2pm EST). , written by Richard Bean and starring James Cordon premiered April 2 and will be free to stream for a week. It is to be followed by 'Jane Eyre' on April 9. Alvin Ailey launches 'All Access'The Alvin Ailey Dance Theater has launched in celebration of the theater's anniversary, and has made a range of digital content, including dance tutorials and performances, available for viewing. In addition to this, a full-length recording of Ailey's acclaimed piece . Alexander McQueen launches 'McQueen Creators' initiative sets artistic tasks for fans online. This week the McQueen team asked people to sketch, paint or draw the Autumn-Winter 2019 Rose dress and upload their art to Instagram (hashtagging #McQueenCreators) for a chance to be featured on their feed. Curator-led tours of Tate's exhibit'sThe is to launch free online film tours of Andy Warhol (April 6) and Aubrey Beardsley (April 13) exhibitions on . The virtual tours are to showcase over 100 artworks from Warhol and will be led by Director of Tate's Collection of International Art, Gregor Muir. Guggenheim Bilbao virtual tour a number of virtual art tours and museum exhibits from around the world. Their exploration of the Guggenheim Bilbao is a must-see and features cinematographic photos and videos captured by freerunners. Guided tours of masterpieces from the collection is also available. Musée d'Orsay: Paris Take in . Our suggestions: Vincent Van Gogh's, and Éduoard Manet's Don't worry about clicking aimlessly, all the pieces have extensive descriptions and notations. National Gallery of Art: Washington, D.C. View . Our suggestion: from the Index of American Design. Uffizi Gallery: Florence, Italy Take a before stopping to admire some of the museum's most famous inhabitants. Our suggestion: . But also, in the tour, don't forget to drag the screen and look up at the beautiful frescoes on the ceiling, painted by Alessandro Allori. Johannesburg Art Gallery: Johannesburg Browse more than 500 works from Africa's largest art gallery. Our suggestion: The museum houses plenty of works form Dutch and other European artists, but it also offers an array of works . For a more historical angle, in the era of Apartheid. National Portrait Gallery: Washington, D.C. The intimate nature of portraiture makes this museum . Our suggestion: Now's the time to take a closer look everyone . National Gallery Victoria: Victoria, Melbourne After a from the gallery's collection are available online. Also on offer are free, which are added to regularly. This weekend visit 'KAWS: Companionship in the Age of Loneliness' (from Saturday March 21), and 'Keith Haring | Jean-Michel Basquiat: Crossing Lines' (as of Saturday March 28).Rijksmuseum: Amsterdam, Netherlands , including Rembrandt's "The Night Watch" and Vermeer's "The Milkmaid" via a new online platform, Rijksmuseum Masterpieces Up Close, which allows visitors to browse artworks from the Amsterdam museum, accompanied by videos, audio clips and 360º images. The Rijksmuseum also has a platform called the, which allows participants to download artwork images to create masterpieces of their own. There are more than 700,000 high-resolution images to choose from.Tate Galleries: UKThe UK-based art powerhouse is offering downloadable exhibition guides, including for the recently opened and exhibitions. Their , featuring nearly 80k artworks is also available to view, from Salvador Dali to David Hockney as part of their Staying Inspired At Home initiative.Tate Modern has an to watch by Congolese dance artist and choreographer Faustin Linyekula. "My Body, My Archive" centers around social and political tensions in the performer's home country. British Museum: London, with an array of annotated objects. Our suggestion: This timeline pairs nicely with "," a podcast narrated by the Director of the British Museum, Neil MacGregor. (If your ears are craving more, .)African American History and Culture: Washington, D.C.If you've ever wanted to visit an extremely popular museum but couldn't seem to nab tickets, a virtual tour is the next best thing! This one and where in the museum each feature is located. Victoria and Albert Museum: LondonEver wanted to don a big 18th-century hairpiece? Here's your opportunity, with the V&amp;A's activity. Smithsonian Museum of Natural History: Washington, D.C.Dinosaurs! Snakes in jars! Giant diamonds! . Our suggestions: The Ocean Hall, The Hall of Mammals, and the . Or, . Russia's State Hermitage Museum: St. Petersburg, Russia Got five hours to kill? , complete with 45 galleries and 588 artistic masterpieces. Museum Tours to the National Palace of Sintra in Portugal, Google Arts &amp; Culture provides around 500 panoramic tours of some of the most famous heritage sites and museums. For example, explore curated by Google Arts &amp; Culture in collaboration with 33 museums and organizations. The free digital exhibition offers a glimpse into the pioneering artist's life and legacy, with artworks from multiple collections around the world. Kusama's Infinity mirrors If you missed one of the hottest traveling museum exhibits of the past few years, ooh and ahh at a brisk of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Van Gogh's Starry Night at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City are so intense, you may think a docent will start yelling at you. Few paintings are suited to such a treatment than the bold, textured lines of The Starry Night. Street Art the stories behind street art across the world with audio-guided tours and online exhibitions, offered by the Google Cultural Institute. Banksy Murals around the world -- without the hunt part. With something like street art, it's much more interesting to see the work it its full context, than just through a close-up. Vancouver Symphony The Vancouver Symphony live streamed , and it's available for your viewing -- and listening -- pleasure any time. Berlin PhilharmonicWith a special limited-time code, from one of the best orchestras in the world. Our suggestion: You can't go wrong with anything from the trifecta of national B's: Bach, Beethoven and Brahms. But Gustav Mahler's second symphony,, seems apt in these trying time. Royal Opera House: LondonWhen it comes to high culture, don't underestimate YouTube! has a selection of some of the top performances from famous operas and ballets, just a click away. Our suggestions: , and , if just for the incredible costumes. Vienna State OperaIf you can't be in Vienna, you can at least. A reminder, for people who don't like opera: These works are almost always as much a treat for the eyes as much as the ears. Metropolitan Opera: New York CityArts lovers, if appointment viewing is more your thing,. But you better not be late! They're only available until 3:30 p.m. ET the next day. And there's something to be said for such ephemerality. The Social Distancing FestivalWant more live streamed arts? A theater artist has created , which gathers live streams and videos of all different types of performances in one place, on one calendar. Broadway shows Did you know you can stream broadway shows through Amazon, iTunes, YouTube and other streaming services? You can also check out BroadwayHD,. It's $8.99 a month, but there's a one-month free trial. The White House: Washington, D.C.By the way, the online exhibit sections of Google Arts &amp; Culture's offerings are like having your own personal tour guide. Our suggestion: will get you acquainted with stunning spaces you've only ever seen on TV. Palace of Versailles: Versailles, FranceExplore one of France's national treasures and . Our suggestion: Go outside of the palace interior , to get your bearings. The Prambanan Temple: Yogyakarta, Indonesia . Good thing you're in no rush! Step up to the spires with the arrow marks, and drag your cursor to get a good look at the carvings. The Sistine Chapel: Vatican CityThere are . But first, go straight to. The Cincinnati ZooEvery day while school is out, the Cincinnati Zoo (), at 3 p.m. ET. They'll have up-close animal experiences, plus activities to do at home. Penguin touring aquarium gives internet much-needed break The Shedd Aquarium: Chicago, IllinoisThe Shedd Aquarium has already captured hearts with the antics of its resident penguins, which have been filmed roaming the now-empty halls of the aquarium, looking at all of the other exhibits. But , too: They're sharing all kinds of behind-the-scenes videos and fun virtual experiences. The San Diego ZooWant to have something fun going on in the background while you're working? Your favorite zoo probably has live cams so you can check in on all the animals. . The Georgia Aquarium: Atlanta! And you can pick what animal you want to watch. We're partial to the African Penguins.

Updated 27th March 2020All the virtual concerts, plays, museums and other culture you can enjoy from homeThe fact is, most of us are going to be . And while nothing can replicate the swell of a live orchestra or the quiet murmur of an art gallery on a Saturday morning, there are countless cultural experiences at your fingertips to make your time indoors more artful and imaginative. looks at some of the most fascinating, immersive concerts, museum tours and other virtual experiences you can take part in from the comfort of your own home.The National Theater brings theater to screens,...

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