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The best free spring culture, chosen by Observer critics

1. Art

Henry Moore: Sharing Form
Hauser & Wirth Somerset, 27 May-4 September

An unusually large and significant survey of Henry Moore, curated in collaboration with the artist’s daughter and spanning six working decades. The starting point is Moore’s early obsession with Stonehenge and its mysterious upright monoliths, which inspired drawings, prints and sculptures. With more than 100 items, including giant sculptures outdoors in Somerset, this will nonetheless be a uniquely intimate experience, illuminated with objects from both Moore’s studio and his home. LC

2. Pop

Freya Beer/Dog Unit
The Lanes, Bristol, 8 April/11 May

This Bristol venue often has free gigs by up’n’coming acts. Beer, who plays on 8 April, released her art-rock debut LP last autumn, gaining a fan in John Cooper Clarke. Avant-rock outfit Dog Unit’s category-shrugging sound combines electronics and post-rock; a second EP is imminent. They play on 11 May. KE

3. Theatre

The Passion of Jesus
Trafalgar Square, London, 15 April

In Trafalgar Square on Good Friday, the Wintershall company will enact the trial, crucifixion and resurrection of Christ. A cast of more than 100 volunteer actors from London and the south-east, as well as horses, doves – and a donkey – will be involved in the production, with James Burke-Dunsmore taking the part of Jesus, for the 11th and final time. The performances, at noon and 3.15pm, will also be livestreamed via Facebook and available on Wintershall’s YouTube channel. SC

4. Art

Hew Locke at Tate Britain
London, 23 March–22 January 2023

The Scottish-Guyanese artist is the latest to

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