European Arts and Entertainment Roundup: October 23-29

OPA WIRE, Oct 19 (OPA) — The Science Museum in London opens 'Becoming America: How Science Shaped a Nation' on October 23, running through April 25, 2027. The exhibition features over 100 rare artifacts, including a first print of the Declaration of Independence and a Benjamin Franklin map of the Atlantic Gulf Stream, documenting North American development through the 1790s.

In Germany, the Pinakothek der Moderne in Munich hosts 'Searching for Paradise' by painter Conny Maier from October 21 to January 17, 2027. The collection utilizes medieval art and Expressionist influences to explore themes of environmental fragility. Simultaneously, Paris hosts the fifth edition of Art Basel at the Grand Palais from October 23 to 25.

Cinematic releases this week include 'Clayface,' an origin story for the DC Universe character directed by Mike Flanagan and starring Tom Rhys Harries. Additionally, Taika Waititi’s adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s 'Klara and the Sun' premieres on October 23. On the small screen, Prime Video debuts the second season of 'The Terminal List' starring Chris Pratt, while Netflix releases the third season of the comedy 'Nobody Wants This' on October 22.

Music releases feature John Legend’s new album 'Muse,' a 16-track collaboration with Pharrell Williams recorded in Paris, arriving October 23. British singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka also releases his fifth studio album, 'FUDGE,' on the same day. These cultural events coincide with the end of daylight saving time, as clocks across Europe fall back one hour this Sunday.