Tag Archives: London
Space Oddity
David Bowie is currently being honored in London with an exhibit at the Victoria And Albert Museum, but he’s also being honored by having Chris Hadfield, the commander of the International Space Station, broadcast his own amazing rendition of Bowie’s … Continue reading
Armstrong’s War – August 2013 at Finborough Theatre
This fully staged workshop production (prior to its official World Premiere in October 2013 at the renowned Arts Club Theatre, Vancouver, B.C., Canada) is written by multi-award-winning former Canadian Playwright in Residence at the Finborough Theatre, Colleen Murphy. Armstrong’s War … Continue reading
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Tagged Afghanistan, Arts, Canada, Finborough Theatre, London, Performing Arts, Theatre, Vancouver
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London Wall transfer to St James Theatre May 1-June 1
London Wall, which was acclaimed at the Finborough theatre, where it was performed as part of their series of rediscovered early 20th century plays, is transferring to the St James theatre. You can read the Guardian review here. From the … Continue reading
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Tagged Finborough Theatre, Guardian, James, London, London Wall, New York City, West End, West End theatre
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Weekend Ideas: Visit Private Gardens opened for the day
Britain Leads the world in opening its private gardens to visitors. According to the article “Open to All Flowers” in the Financial Times this weekend, around 4,000 gardens will be on view this year with many offering tea and a … Continue reading
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Tagged Britain, England, Financial Times, Garden, Kensington, London, National Garden Scheme, Wimbledon
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Kensington Palace Sleepover -May 16th
For the first time ever, Kensington Palace is going to host a huge sleepover. Kensington Palace is throwing open its doors for a very special slumber party to celebrate Princess Victoria’s birthday party in conjunction with Museums at Night 2013. … Continue reading
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Tagged Kensington Palace, London, Sleepover
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Project Colony based on Kafka’s novel The Penal Colony April 2-27th
ges 16+. Includes Interval. Special rates available for group bookings of 10 or more – please call the Box Office on 020 7478 0170 . Project Colony (for ages 16+) is a large-scale, site-specific show that is an interpretation of … Continue reading
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Tagged 4.48 Psychosis, Edinburgh, Franz Kafka, In The Penal Colony, Jem Finer, London, Sarah Kane, Trinity Buoy Wharf
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The Life and Sort of Death of Eric Argyle – Soho Theatre April 3rd -20th
Eric Argyle is having a bad Sunday. It’s late. He’s still in his pyjamas. A room full of people are staring at him. And he died at 11.42am, two days ago. An issue that people don’t seem all that receptive … Continue reading
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Tagged Arts, Death, Dublin, Edinburgh, Fringe First, London, Soho Theatre, Theatre
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Krister Henriksson in “Doktor Glas” at the Wyndham’s Theatre 16 April to 11 May 2013
Krister Henriksson, who is best know as Wallander in Henning Mankell’s widely praised Swedish TV series is making his West End debut in Doktor Glas, which transfers to London following its acclaimed run in Sweden. Doktor Glas tells the story … Continue reading
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Tagged Doctor Glas, Henning Mankell, Krister Henriksson, London, Sweden, Theatre, Wallander, Wyndham's Theatre
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Horrible Histories live at Kensington Palace April 2nd – April 5th
This Easter journey through Kensington Palace two horrible guides on a whistle-stop history tour of Barmy Britain. “Will Parliament survive Gunpowder Guy and will King Charles keep his head? Escape the clutches of Burke and Hare and move and groove … Continue reading
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Tagged Florence Nightingale, Kensington Palace, London, Palace
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Opera Holland Park
Opera Holland Park, a lovely part of the summer in Notting Hill, has another stellar lineup for its 2013 season. I’ve done the conventional and booked tickets for Madama Butterfly and am considering the double bill of Cavalleria Rusticana and … Continue reading
New 5×15 announced for 9th May 2013
At the Tabernacle on May 29th, the following speakers will be at 5×15 Alecky Blythe (playwright London Road) Thomas Keneally (author, Daughters of Mars) Kevin Powers (author Yellow Birds) Beeban Kidron (british filmmaker) James Meek (author of People’s Act of … Continue reading
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Tagged Art, Author, Beeban Kidron, Kevin Powers, London, Mars, Thomas Keneally, Twitter
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The Hothouse by Harold Pinter with Simon Russell Beale at Trafalgar Studios May 4th
Harold Pinter‘s early macabre tragicomedy returns to London’s West End in this new production starring Simon Russell Beale (Privates on Parade, National Theatre’s Timon of Athens and Collaborators) and John Simm (Elling, Sheffield Theatres’ Hamlet and Betrayal). From the Trafalgar: … Continue reading
Merrily We Roll Along Offer at The Harold Pinter Theatre, London – Ticket Offer
See Tickets is offering Top Price £59.50 Seats reduced to £39.00 on performances of Merrily We Roll Along from May 2nd through June 1st. Merrily We Roll Along Offer at The Harold Pinter Theatre, London – See Tickets.
Something to do over half term? 1001 nights.
4 days ago 4 days ago With half term upon us, you might be trying to fill up the diary with activities. I already mentioned the Queens Knickers for very young ones. For slightly older children (6+) you might get tickets to 1001 Nights … Continue reading
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Tagged London, One Thousand and One Nights, Unicorn Theatre
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The Queen’s Knickers at Southbank Centre Feb 18th-22nd
My kids were a big fan of the picture book The Queen’s Knickers and if you have children in the 3-10 age range, i think the theatre version would be a fun one to see. From Southbank: “This children’s classic … Continue reading
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Tagged Children's literature, London, Queen's Knickers, Southbank Centre
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Proof at Menier Chocolate Factory, March 14-April 27th
Proof, the Pulitzer and Tony Award winning play, is opening at the Menier next month. The play has a fantastic cast including Mariah Gale, who was excellent in Gruesome Playground Injuries which i saw this week at the Gate Theatre. … Continue reading
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Tagged London, Menier Chocolate Factory, Theatre, Tony Award, Mariah Gale, Gate Theatre, Menier, Ménière's disease
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The King’s March-Tomorrow
Some much appreciated input from reader J.G: This is to let you know about an annual event in London tomorrow – Sunday 27 January. It’s one I try to see each year – the King Charles I Commemoration March. King … Continue reading
Michael Hoppen Gallery – Pioneering Photography Collection through January 31st
Michael Hoppen unveils the treasures of his extraordinary private photography collection in the gallery’s largest public exhibition to date. “Finders Keepers” brings to light 130 photographic gems ranging from anonymous 19th century pictures to iconic post-war snapshots. Finders Keepers offers … Continue reading
