![[Image] One Giant Leap: Lunacy Weekender](/images/event/spacemov.jpg)
1 Jul 08 - 25 Jul 09
BFI Southbank
Lunar expeditions at BFI Southbank
Scientists, artists, film-makers and thinkers will be guiding the way through mankind's greatest adventure. Featuring new club night, Dark Fibre, exploring the far side of electronic space. And the BFI Film Funday will be recruiting for space school!
020 7928 3232
Scientists, artists, film-makers and thinkers will be guiding the way through mankind's greatest adventure. Featuring new club night, Dark Fibre, exploring the far side of electronic space. And the BFI Film Funday will be recruiting for space school!
020 7928 3232
![[Icon] More](/images/theme/rightArrow_2.png)
![[Icon] Add to my plan](/images/theme/plus_2.png)
![[Image] City of Dreams: Vienna 1900- 1935](/images/event/cityofdr.jpg)
28 Feb - 8 Oct 09
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
An exploration of the music of Vienna at the Southbank Centre
Esa-Pekka Salonen's first major project as the Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor of the Philharmonia Orchestra. A nine-month exploration of the music and culture of Vienna between 1900 and 1935.
0871 663 2501
Esa-Pekka Salonen's first major project as the Principal Conductor and Artistic Advisor of the Philharmonia Orchestra. A nine-month exploration of the music and culture of Vienna between 1900 and 1935.
0871 663 2501
![[Image] Inner Bodies by Susan Stockwell](/images/event/innerbod.jpg)
16 Apr - 1 Aug 09
Florence Nightingale Museum
A new art installation at Florence Museum
A new art installation by artist Susan Stockwell and a group of young girls from Cotelands PRU.
Free with entrance
A new art installation by artist Susan Stockwell and a group of young girls from Cotelands PRU.
Free with entrance
![[Image] Appearing Rooms](/images/event/Appearin.jpg)
27 Apr - 23 Oct 09
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
Danish artist Jeppe Hein's hugely popular Appearing Rooms returns to Southbank Centre
Cool off in Jeppe Hein's playful interactive water sculpture on the riverside terrace. Watch the jets of water disappear as quickly as they emerge. Bring a towel! More information
Free
Cool off in Jeppe Hein's playful interactive water sculpture on the riverside terrace. Watch the jets of water disappear as quickly as they emerge. Bring a towel! More information
Free
![[Image] Time and the Conways](/images/event/Timeofth.jpg)
28 Apr - 27 Jul 09
National Theatre
JB Priestley’s astonishing play at the National
Through JB Preistley’s masterly manipulation of time we discover where the seeds of the Conway family’s downfall were planted. Cast includes Francesca Annis.
020 7 452 3000
Through JB Preistley’s masterly manipulation of time we discover where the seeds of the Conway family’s downfall were planted. Cast includes Francesca Annis.
020 7 452 3000
![[Image] Summer Dance](/images/event/SummerDa.jpg)
7 May - 29 Aug 09
Southbank Centre QEH
Belgian's Les ballets C de la B and Koen Augustijnen at the QEH
Koen Augustijnen's latest impressive work, Ashes, featuring dancers, acrobats, musicians and vocalists. Artists include Brooklyn's Ronald K Brown, Lucy Guerin and ADAD. View full listings
0871 663 2500
Koen Augustijnen's latest impressive work, Ashes, featuring dancers, acrobats, musicians and vocalists. Artists include Brooklyn's Ronald K Brown, Lucy Guerin and ADAD. View full listings
0871 663 2500
![[Image] Iain Forsyth & Jane Pollard](/images/event/forsythp.jpg)
8 May - 11 Jul 09
BFI Southbank
A new 3D video installation at the BFI's Gallery
The Gallery presents a 3D video installation by British artists Iain Forsyth & Jane Pollard entited Radio Mania: An abandoned work. The piece takes as its starting point one of the first 3D films ever made, The Man from M.A.R.S.
The Gallery presents a 3D video installation by British artists Iain Forsyth & Jane Pollard entited Radio Mania: An abandoned work. The piece takes as its starting point one of the first 3D films ever made, The Man from M.A.R.S.
![[Image] Friday Lunch](/images/event/FridayLu.jpg)
8 May 09 - 11 Dec 10
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
Free lunchtime music at the Royal Festival Hall
A range of different musical genres with an emphasis on small-scale classical and contemporary music. Jazz, folk and non-Western music are also in the mix.
View full listings
0871 663 2500
A range of different musical genres with an emphasis on small-scale classical and contemporary music. Jazz, folk and non-Western music are also in the mix.
View full listings
0871 663 2500
![[Image] Friday Tonic](/images/event/FridayTo.jpg)
8 May 09 - 11 Dec 10
Southbank Centre QEH
Wind down at the end of the working week with free music and performance at Southbank Centre
The Friday Tonic Free music series profiles the best in jazz, improvised musics, and emerging artists. Whatever the style, there's something to suit.
View full listings
The Friday Tonic Free music series profiles the best in jazz, improvised musics, and emerging artists. Whatever the style, there's something to suit.
View full listings
![[Image] The Observer](/images/event/observer.jpg)
13 May - 8 Jul 09
National Theatre
Matt Charman’s new play at the National
A country in West Africa. On the eve of an election one woman can decide the fate of the nation. A gripping new play by Matt Charman.
A country in West Africa. On the eve of an election one woman can decide the fate of the nation. A gripping new play by Matt Charman.
![[Image] Mapping the Body](/images/event/flomini.jpg)
14 May - 1 Sep 09
Florence Nightingale Museum
An exhibition by Susan Stockwell at Florence
An exhibition of work made by girls from Cotelands PRU school and artist in residence Susan Stockwell.
Free with admission.
An exhibition of work made by girls from Cotelands PRU school and artist in residence Susan Stockwell.
Free with admission.
![[Image] All’s Well That Ends Well](/images/event/allswell.jpg)
19 May - 11 Jul 09
National Theatre
A vibrant new take on classic Shakespeare at the National
Set against a background of sexism, snobbery and a battle between the generations, All’s Well That Ends Well turns fairytale logic on its head. A wondrous, bittersweet story.
Set against a background of sexism, snobbery and a battle between the generations, All’s Well That Ends Well turns fairytale logic on its head. A wondrous, bittersweet story.
![[Image] Matthew Darbyshire: Funhouse](/images/event/Funhouse.jpg)
20 May - 11 Jul 09
Hayward Gallery
Installation at the Hayward Gallery
Matthew Darbyshire's installation remakes a fairground attraction using the design language of 21st Century British public architecture.
Free
0871 663 2500
Matthew Darbyshire's installation remakes a fairground attraction using the design language of 21st Century British public architecture.
Free
0871 663 2500
![[Image] Afternoon Tea Cruise](/images/event/afternoo.jpg)
21 May - 1 Sep 09
London Eye
Enjoy an afternoon tea on a London Eye cruise
Take in the sights of London from the river whilst enjoying a luxury afternoon tea picnic box.
0870 990 8886
Take in the sights of London from the river whilst enjoying a luxury afternoon tea picnic box.
0870 990 8886
![[Image] The Bridge Project](/images/event/124110032622.jpg)
23 May - 15 Aug 09
The Old Vic
The Cherry Orchard and A Winter's Tale at the Old Vic
Academy Award winner Sam Mendes directs top acting talents from New York and London in new versions of Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard and Shakespeares' The Winter’s Tale.
0870 060 6628
Academy Award winner Sam Mendes directs top acting talents from New York and London in new versions of Chekhov's The Cherry Orchard and Shakespeares' The Winter’s Tale.
0870 060 6628
![[Image] Pimm's Flight](/images/event/londoney.jpg)
25 May - 24 Sep 09
London Eye
Enjoy a glass of Pimm's on the London Eye
Sip a glass of Pimm's as you take in the amazing views of London. With non-alcoholic drinks and goodie bags for children.
0870 990 8886
Sip a glass of Pimm's as you take in the amazing views of London. With non-alcoholic drinks and goodie bags for children.
0870 990 8886
![[Image] E4 Udderbelly](/images/event/udderbel.jpg)
27 May - 17 Jul 09
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
A giant upside-down purple cow! at Southbank Centre
A giant upside down cow has landed in Jubilee Gardens! This alternative performance space hosts a season of theatre, circus, comedy, magic, cabaret and music. View full listings
0871 663 2501
A giant upside down cow has landed in Jubilee Gardens! This alternative performance space hosts a season of theatre, circus, comedy, magic, cabaret and music. View full listings
0871 663 2501
![[Image] Phèdre](/images/event/Phedremi.jpg)
4 Jun - 27 Aug 09
National Theatre
Helen Mirren in Racine’s great tragedy at the National
Helen Mirren plays Phèdre in this savage play by Jean Racine, translated into free verse by the late Poet Laureate, Ted Hughes. Cast includes Dominic Cooper.
Helen Mirren plays Phèdre in this savage play by Jean Racine, translated into free verse by the late Poet Laureate, Ted Hughes. Cast includes Dominic Cooper.
![[Image] Under the sea 3D](/images/event/underthe.jpg)
5 Jun - 15 Jul 09
BFI IMAX
Be transported to exotic undersea locations at BFI IMAX
Explore the beauty and natural wonder of the oceans, come face-to-face with some of the most mysterious and stunning creatures of the sea and learn about the impact of global climate change with this new IMAX 3D adventure.
Explore the beauty and natural wonder of the oceans, come face-to-face with some of the most mysterious and stunning creatures of the sea and learn about the impact of global climate change with this new IMAX 3D adventure.
![[Image] Fly me to the Moon 3D](/images/event/124393365474.jpg)
6 Jun - 15 Jul 09
BFI IMAX
Animated adventures on board Apollo 11 at BFI IMAX
Exciting tale of a brave young housefly and his two best friends, who embark on an incredible adventure after sneaking aboard the Apollo 11 spaceship.
0870 787 2525
Exciting tale of a brave young housefly and his two best friends, who embark on an incredible adventure after sneaking aboard the Apollo 11 spaceship.
0870 787 2525
![[Image] Walking in my Mind](/images/event/walkingi.jpg)
23 Jun - 5 Sep 09
Hayward Gallery
Dramatic large-scale installations at The Hayward
Exploring the inner workings of the artist's imagination. The gallery is transformed into a series of gigantic sculptural environments each representing an individual mindscape.
0871 663 2500
Exploring the inner workings of the artist's imagination. The gallery is transformed into a series of gigantic sculptural environments each representing an individual mindscape.
0871 663 2500
![[Image] Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen - The IMAX Experience](/images/event/1240223756100.jpg)
26 Jun - 8 Aug 09
BFI IMAX
Transformers sequel at the IMAX
Shia La Beouf and Megan Fox return to fight the Decepticons. Don't miss this anticipated sequel on the UK's biggest screen with key sequences filming using IMAX cameras.
0870 787 2525
Shia La Beouf and Megan Fox return to fight the Decepticons. Don't miss this anticipated sequel on the UK's biggest screen with key sequences filming using IMAX cameras.
0870 787 2525
![[Image] The Human Face of Death Row](/images/event/deathrow.jpg)
1 - 5 Jul 09
gallery@oxo
Portraits presenting the humanity of death row at gallery@oxo
Claire Phillips communicates her experience of meeting people who have faced the finality of execution.
More information
Free 11am - 6pm
Claire Phillips communicates her experience of meeting people who have faced the finality of execution.
More information
Free 11am - 6pm
![[Image] Watch This Space](/images/event/watchthi.jpg)
1 Jul - 27 Sep 09
National Theatre
The National's free al fresco festival returns
The supersized astroturf living room is back for a free summer-long festival of al fresco performance featuring theatre, circus, dance, music and spectacle.
020 7452 3000
The supersized astroturf living room is back for a free summer-long festival of al fresco performance featuring theatre, circus, dance, music and spectacle.
020 7452 3000
![[Image] One Giant Leap](/images/event/2001spac.jpg)
1 - 31 Jul 09
BFI Southbank
One Giant Leap at BFI Southbank
A season of documentaries, films and artworks specialising in the dream and reality of space travel. See Kubrick's seminal 2001: A Space Odyssey or indulge in some classic Doctor Who.
020 7928 3232
A season of documentaries, films and artworks specialising in the dream and reality of space travel. See Kubrick's seminal 2001: A Space Odyssey or indulge in some classic Doctor Who.
020 7928 3232
![[Image] Gangsters](/images/event/alcapone.jpg)
2 - 31 Jul 09
BFI Southbank
Rediscover the guns and gangs at BFI Southbank
Watch classic gangster films such as Howard Hawke's Scarface, starring Paul Muni, and The St Valentine's Day Massacre with Roger Corman as Capone, in the 1920s crime scene of Chicago. More information
020 7928 3232
Watch classic gangster films such as Howard Hawke's Scarface, starring Paul Muni, and The St Valentine's Day Massacre with Roger Corman as Capone, in the 1920s crime scene of Chicago. More information
020 7928 3232
![[Image] London Literature Festival 2009](/images/event/literatu.jpg)
2 - 16 Jul 09
Southbank Centre QEH
Award-winning writers discuss their new works at Southbank Centre
Literature series featuring talks from AS Byatt, Kazuo Ishiguro and Alain de Botton, as well as a public valedictory adddress from the Poet Laureate Andrew Motion. View full listings
0871 663 2500
Literature series featuring talks from AS Byatt, Kazuo Ishiguro and Alain de Botton, as well as a public valedictory adddress from the Poet Laureate Andrew Motion. View full listings
0871 663 2500
![[Image] The Press Photographer's Year 08](/images/event/PressPho.jpg)
4 Jul - 31 Aug 09
National Theatre
Outstanding press photography showcasing at the National
Outstanding photography taken for and used by the UK media. A celebration of seeing through the chaos to capture one moment that defines an entire news event. More information
Free
020 7452 3000
Outstanding photography taken for and used by the UK media. A celebration of seeing through the chaos to capture one moment that defines an entire news event. More information
Free
020 7452 3000
![[Image] Life Drawing Workshops](/images/event/topolski.jpg)
7 Jul - 4 Aug 09
Topolski Century
Reveal your artistic streak at Topolski Century
Improving your drawing skills in the inspiring setting of Topolski Century. More information
Tuesday 7 & 14 July; Tuesday 4 August. 7pm - 10pm
Improving your drawing skills in the inspiring setting of Topolski Century. More information
Tuesday 7 & 14 July; Tuesday 4 August. 7pm - 10pm
![[Image] Humanity in War](/images/event/humanity.jpg)
8 - 18 Jul 09
gallery@oxo
Frontline photography since 1860 at gallery@oxo
Photography to mark the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Solferino where the Red Cross Movement was founded. More information
Free 11am - 6pm
020 7021 1600
Photography to mark the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of Solferino where the Red Cross Movement was founded. More information
Free 11am - 6pm
020 7021 1600
![[Image] Summer Food Market](/images/event/124222731121.jpg)
10 - 12 Jul 09
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
Summer Slow Food Market at Southbank Centre
Head to Southbank Centre Square to sample all manner of gourmet delights from leading producers. Other summer dates: 7-9 Aug, 4-6 Sept, 18-20 Sept. More information
Free 11am - 8pm (6pm Sundays)
0871 663 2501
Head to Southbank Centre Square to sample all manner of gourmet delights from leading producers. Other summer dates: 7-9 Aug, 4-6 Sept, 18-20 Sept. More information
Free 11am - 8pm (6pm Sundays)
0871 663 2501
![[Image] The Black Album](/images/event/BlackAlb.jpg)
14 Jul - 7 Oct 09
National Theatre
A new play by Hanif Kureishi at the National
A witty stage adaptation of Kureishi's acclaimed novel about a young Asian boy from Kent growing up in 1989, the year of the fatwa.
020 7 452 3000
A witty stage adaptation of Kureishi's acclaimed novel about a young Asian boy from Kent growing up in 1989, the year of the fatwa.
020 7 452 3000
![[Image] Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince- The Imax Experience](/images/event/harrypot.jpg)
15 Jul - 13 Aug 09
BFI IMAX
See the 6th installment of the series at BFI IMAX
Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds. See the sixth instalment in the series with selected scenes in IMAX 3D.
0870 787 2525
Voldemort is tightening his grip on both the Muggle and wizarding worlds. See the sixth instalment in the series with selected scenes in IMAX 3D.
0870 787 2525
![[Image] The Container](/images/event/theconta.jpg)
15 - 30 Jul 09
Young Vic
Winner of the 2007 Amnesty Freedom of Expression Award, Clare Bayley's play comes to the Young Vic
Enclosed in a freight container somewhere in Europe, five people huddle together with a shared aim to start a new life in England.
020 7922 2922
Enclosed in a freight container somewhere in Europe, five people huddle together with a shared aim to start a new life in England.
020 7922 2922
![[Image] Brilliant](/images/event/brillian.jpg)
15 - 18 Jul 09
Young Vic
Visual theatre for a young audience at the Young Vic
A brilliant piece about light using inventive live music, lighting, movement and theatricality to turn an everyday experience in a child's life into an extraordinary event. The final part of Fevered Sleep's trilogy of work for young audiences.
020 7922 2922
A brilliant piece about light using inventive live music, lighting, movement and theatricality to turn an everyday experience in a child's life into an extraordinary event. The final part of Fevered Sleep's trilogy of work for young audiences.
020 7922 2922
![[Image] Man on the Moon](/images/event/124626617493.jpg)
18 - 19 Jul 09
Topolski Century
Moon drawing at Topolski Century
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Neil Armstrong's landing on the Moon, children of all ages can draw their own moon landscape. Other dates: 28 - 29 July.
Free 12pm - 3pm
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Neil Armstrong's landing on the Moon, children of all ages can draw their own moon landscape. Other dates: 28 - 29 July.
Free 12pm - 3pm
![[Image] Colombianamente at the Coin Street Festival](/images/event/colombia.jpg)
19 Jul 09
Bernie Spain Gardens
Colombia comes to Coin Street Festival
Bringing the sights, sounds and tastes of Colombia to the South Bank with musicians, dancers and family creative workshops. More information
Free 1-7pm
020 7922 2922
Bringing the sights, sounds and tastes of Colombia to the South Bank with musicians, dancers and family creative workshops. More information
Free 1-7pm
020 7922 2922
![[Image] Operation Cocoa](/images/event/florence.jpg)
20 - 24 Jul 09
Florence Nightingale Museum
Healing with chocolate at the Florence Nightingale Museum
Learn all about the medicinal use of chocolate and try to make a Victorian chocolate remedy. Other summer dates: 10 - 14 Aug, 31 Aug - 4 Sept. More information
Free 11am - 1pm, 2pm - 4pm.
Learn all about the medicinal use of chocolate and try to make a Victorian chocolate remedy. Other summer dates: 10 - 14 Aug, 31 Aug - 4 Sept. More information
Free 11am - 1pm, 2pm - 4pm.
![[Image] Marianne Faithful](/images/event/marianne.jpg)
20 Jul 09
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
Marianne Faithful at the Royal Festival Hall
The singer, songwriter and icon performs a special concert interpreting songs by artists such as Billie Holiday, The Decemberists and Nick Cave.
0871 663 2500
The singer, songwriter and icon performs a special concert interpreting songs by artists such as Billie Holiday, The Decemberists and Nick Cave.
0871 663 2500
![[Image] 4.48 Psychosis](/images/event/psychosi.jpg)
21 Jul - 1 Aug 09
Young Vic
Brutal and poetic exploration of the mind at the Young Vic
Sarah Kane's play charts the journey of a mind and body from darkness into light, pain into love, and life into death.
020 7922 2922
Sarah Kane's play charts the journey of a mind and body from darkness into light, pain into love, and life into death.
020 7922 2922
![[Image] 30 Years, 30 Artists](/images/event/30years3.jpg)
22 Jul - 8 Aug 09
gallery@oxo
Celebrating the work of the Greenwich Printmakers at gallery@oxo
Formed in 1979 as a co-operative by the artists themselves, Greenwich Printmakers move up the river to celebrate their thirtieth anniversary. Contemporary and original artists’ prints are available at a range of prices.
More information
Free 11am - 6pm
Formed in 1979 as a co-operative by the artists themselves, Greenwich Printmakers move up the river to celebrate their thirtieth anniversary. Contemporary and original artists’ prints are available at a range of prices.
More information
Free 11am - 6pm
![[Image] The Girlfriend Experience](/images/event/girlfrie.jpg)
24 Jul - 15 Aug 09
Young Vic
Last year's sell-out success shows at the Young Vic for a limited run.
Alecky Blythe's hilarious tale of a brothel by the sea specialising in a caring and sympathetic service, known as the Girlfriend Experience.
020 7922 2922
Alecky Blythe's hilarious tale of a brothel by the sea specialising in a caring and sympathetic service, known as the Girlfriend Experience.
020 7922 2922
![[Image] Londoners' Eye to the World](/images/event/124585108672.jpg)
24 Jul - 1 Sep 09
London Eye
Exotic locations come to the South Bank
This summer the London Eye landscape will be transforming itself into different countries each weekend. There'll be Bollywood dancers representing Mumbai, traditional French mime artists evoking Paris and Carnival drummers and dancers bringing Brazil to life. A perfect getaway for a 'staycation'.
This summer the London Eye landscape will be transforming itself into different countries each weekend. There'll be Bollywood dancers representing Mumbai, traditional French mime artists evoking Paris and Carnival drummers and dancers bringing Brazil to life. A perfect getaway for a 'staycation'.
![[Image] Square2](/images/event/square2m.jpg)
30 Jul - 22 Aug 09
National Theatre
Thrilling international performance in the National's new outdoor space
Built on the riverfront to house two major European productions: Macbeth, by the award-winning Polish company Teatr Biuro Podrozy, and Les Grooms speedy and enchanting adaptation of Wagner's Ring Cycle.
Built on the riverfront to house two major European productions: Macbeth, by the award-winning Polish company Teatr Biuro Podrozy, and Les Grooms speedy and enchanting adaptation of Wagner's Ring Cycle.
![[Image] Le Cirque Invisible](/images/event/LeCirque.jpg)
4 - 23 Aug 09
Southbank Centre QEH
A mix of magic, circus and trompe l’oeil at Southbank Centre
An unmissable family show created by Jean-Baptiste Thierree and Victoria Chaplin (daugher of Charlie Chaplin). Expect to see breathing parasols, a human glass-harmonica, rabbits, doves and ducks!
0871 663 2500
An unmissable family show created by Jean-Baptiste Thierree and Victoria Chaplin (daugher of Charlie Chaplin). Expect to see breathing parasols, a human glass-harmonica, rabbits, doves and ducks!
0871 663 2500
![[Image] Laura Marling and Friends](/images/event/lauramar.jpg)
11 Aug 09
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
A talented treasure at the Royal Festival Hall
The Mercury Music Prize-nominated singer performs songs from her debut album.
0871 663 2500
The Mercury Music Prize-nominated singer performs songs from her debut album.
0871 663 2500
![[Image] Dance Mob](/images/event/dancemob.jpg)
30 Aug 09
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
Free dance for everyone this summer at Southbank Centre
In preparation for Big Dance 2010, the London Mayor's initiative to get London dancing, Dance Mob is a fun, easy dance routine taught to people of all ages across London, which is then performed at Southbank Centre. Audience participation is mandatory. More information
Free
In preparation for Big Dance 2010, the London Mayor's initiative to get London dancing, Dance Mob is a fun, easy dance routine taught to people of all ages across London, which is then performed at Southbank Centre. Audience participation is mandatory. More information
Free
![[Image] Katrina](/images/event/katrinai.jpg)
1 - 26 Sep 09
Bargehouse
Hurricane Katrina at the Bargehouse
Jericho House's new play uses survivor testimonies and the rich musical tradition of New Orleans to tell the story of the immediate aftermath of the hurricane.
020 7922 2922
Jericho House's new play uses survivor testimonies and the rich musical tradition of New Orleans to tell the story of the immediate aftermath of the hurricane.
020 7922 2922
![[Image] The Mayor's Thames Festival](/images/event/mayorsfe.jpg)
12 - 13 Sep 09
Bernie Spain Gardens
A weekend festival celebrating London and its river
The spectacular celebration brings Londoners together at the very heart of the capital to dance, make sculptures, listen to music, watch movies, drink, sing, eat, sail on the Thames and dance in the streets. For full festival listings
Free
020 7922 2922
The spectacular celebration brings Londoners together at the very heart of the capital to dance, make sculptures, listen to music, watch movies, drink, sing, eat, sail on the Thames and dance in the streets. For full festival listings
Free
020 7922 2922
![[Image] The Power of Yes](/images/event/thepower.jpg)
29 Sep - 29 Oct 09
National Theatre
Understanding the financial crisis at The National
David Hare has created The Power of Yes - not so much a play as a jaw-dropping account of how, as the banks went bust, capitalism was replaced by a socialism that bailed out the rich alone.
020 7 452 3000
David Hare has created The Power of Yes - not so much a play as a jaw-dropping account of how, as the banks went bust, capitalism was replaced by a socialism that bailed out the rich alone.
020 7 452 3000
![[Image] Annie Get Your Gun](/images/event/youngvic.jpg)
3 Oct 09 - 2 Jan 10
Young Vic
Jane Horrocks returns to the Young Vic for an autumn of musical comedy
Jane Horrocks, Julian Ovenden and multi-prize winning director Richard Jones unite to present a London revival of Irving Berlin's great hit song-fest, including favourites There's No Business Like Show Business, Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better and The Girl That I Marry.
020 7922 2922
Jane Horrocks, Julian Ovenden and multi-prize winning director Richard Jones unite to present a London revival of Irving Berlin's great hit song-fest, including favourites There's No Business Like Show Business, Anything You Can Do I Can Do Better and The Girl That I Marry.
020 7922 2922
![[Image] Free Events at Southbank Centre](/images/event/freeeven.jpg)
Southbank Centre Royal Festival Hall
Free events and performances at Southbank Centre
Wind down at the end of the week and enjoy live music on Friday lunchtimes and evenings from leading musicians playing everything from jazz to folk. Free. See full listings
0871 663 2501![[Image] Mediatheque](/images/event/mediathe.jpg)
BFI Southbank
Explore BFI Southbank's film archive
A wealth of BFI archive film, documentary and tv footage is at your fingertips for free. More information
A wealth of BFI archive film, documentary and tv footage is at your fingertips for free. More information
![[Image] Discover Florence](/images/event/FNMTN.jpg)
Florence Nightingale Museum
A unique collection at the Florence Nightingale Museum
The Museum holds a unique collection of over 2000 artefacts associated with Florence Nightingale, the Crimean War, nursing and Nightingale's legacy.
020 7620 0374
The Museum holds a unique collection of over 2000 artefacts associated with Florence Nightingale, the Crimean War, nursing and Nightingale's legacy.
020 7620 0374
![[Image] Free Entry](/images/event/12411005009.jpg)
Topolski Century
Visit the Topolski Century exhibition free of charge
This giant artwork is a unique record of key events and figures of the 20th century. More information
This giant artwork is a unique record of key events and figures of the 20th century. More information
![[Image] Free Foyer Music](/images/event/music.jpg)
National Theatre
Monday to Saturday free concerts at The National
Enjoy free concerts in the Djanogly Concert Pitch. Hum along, tap your toes or just sit back and relax to lively music from around the world. Free, Mondays to Fridays: 5.45pm. Saturdays: 1pm & 5.45pm
Music listings
Enjoy free concerts in the Djanogly Concert Pitch. Hum along, tap your toes or just sit back and relax to lively music from around the world. Free, Mondays to Fridays: 5.45pm. Saturdays: 1pm & 5.45pm
Music listings
![[Image] Captain Kidd’s Pirates of the Thames Tour](/images/event/pirates.jpg)
London RIB Voyages
Shiver me timbers! Take a thrilling ride with RIB Voyages
Take to the seas for an adventure featuring pirate stories, buried treasure, maritime history and much more. A treat for the young and young at heart.
0207 928 8933
Take to the seas for an adventure featuring pirate stories, buried treasure, maritime history and much more. A treat for the young and young at heart.
0207 928 8933
![[Image] Fast Track](/images/event/EyePierT.jpg)
London Eye
Skip a long queue at the London Eye
Make the most of your day in London and check-in just 15 minutes before your flight.
0870 990 8886
Make the most of your day in London and check-in just 15 minutes before your flight.
0870 990 8886
![[Image] Captain Kidd’s Canary Wharf Voyage](/images/event/canarywh.jpg)
London RIB Voyages
Whizz down the Thames with RIB Voyages
Enjoy a wild ride from the London Eye to Canary Wharf. The fun guides are brimming with historical facts and fascinating stories.
0207 928 8933
Enjoy a wild ride from the London Eye to Canary Wharf. The fun guides are brimming with historical facts and fascinating stories.
0207 928 8933
![[Image] Captain Kidd’s Thames Barrier Tour](/images/event/Barrier1.jpg)
London RIB Voyages
A ride you'll never forget with RIB Voyages
The only way to get up and close to the world’s largest moveable flood barriers. The ultimate London sightseeing excursion for Londoners and visitors.
0207 928 8933
The only way to get up and close to the world’s largest moveable flood barriers. The ultimate London sightseeing excursion for Londoners and visitors.
0207 928 8933
![[Image] Concrete DJ Nights](/images/event/123262546778.jpg)
Hayward Gallery
Eclectic soundtracks to a night out at The Hayward's Concrete
Far from grey, Concrete is the hippest bar on South Bank. The regular DJ nights are a funky soundtrack to an evening out. Upcoming nights offer jazz, minimalism, electronica, glitchy beats, soul and disco. Check full listings
0871 663 2501
Far from grey, Concrete is the hippest bar on South Bank. The regular DJ nights are a funky soundtrack to an evening out. Upcoming nights offer jazz, minimalism, electronica, glitchy beats, soul and disco. Check full listings
0871 663 2501
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London RIB Voyages
Dine out on the ultimate Thames private charter
The Thames Flyer 12-seater luxury speedboat is available for hire for two incredible gastro-tours of the world’s culinary capital; River to Restaurant and Champagne and Canapé tours.
0207 928 8933
The Thames Flyer 12-seater luxury speedboat is available for hire for two incredible gastro-tours of the world’s culinary capital; River to Restaurant and Champagne and Canapé tours.
0207 928 8933
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London RIB Voyages
A licence to thrill with RIB Voyages
Enjoy an action-packed tour of the Thames that will leave the family shaken and stirred! Daily trips on the hour from the London Eye Pier.
0207 928 8933
Enjoy an action-packed tour of the Thames that will leave the family shaken and stirred! Daily trips on the hour from the London Eye Pier.
0207 928 8933
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The Dali Universe
Haute couture masterpieces at The Dali Universe
A collection of haute couture masterpieces inspired by Dali. View garments created by top contemporary designers including Julien MacDonald and Maria Grachvogel.
0870 744 7485
A collection of haute couture masterpieces inspired by Dali. View garments created by top contemporary designers including Julien MacDonald and Maria Grachvogel.
0870 744 7485
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The Dali Universe
Interactive childrens exhibition at The Dali Universe
Interactive fun for children. Inspired by Dali's painting children can use the 'art machine' to spray virtual paint onto a digital canvas. Ideal for families and school groups. More information
0870 744 7485
Interactive fun for children. Inspired by Dali's painting children can use the 'art machine' to spray virtual paint onto a digital canvas. Ideal for families and school groups. More information
0870 744 7485
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SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Meet some of the 'locals' face to face at the Aquarium
Meet the resident rays, seahorses, sharks and terrapins at daily feeding talks and demonstrations at the revamped aquarium.
Check the daily schedule
0207 9678002
Meet the resident rays, seahorses, sharks and terrapins at daily feeding talks and demonstrations at the revamped aquarium.
Check the daily schedule
0207 9678002
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London Eye
Take a relaxing tour on a London Eye Cruise
Take in the sights with a fantastic 40 minute circular river cruise with trained guides giving a live tour. Departs from the London Eye Millennium Pier.
0870 990 8886
Take in the sights with a fantastic 40 minute circular river cruise with trained guides giving a live tour. Departs from the London Eye Millennium Pier.
0870 990 8886
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Discover the fascinating history and architecture of the South Bank on foot
Explore the architecture and history along London’s River Thames with Walk This Way, a series of five walking guides.
See the Thames from a new perspective as you take in familiar landmarks, uncover hidden mementoes from the past and enjoy striking views of South Bank and its neighbouring areas. FREE
To download the guides, click here http://www.southbanklondon.com/walkthisway
Explore the architecture and history along London’s River Thames with Walk This Way, a series of five walking guides.
See the Thames from a new perspective as you take in familiar landmarks, uncover hidden mementoes from the past and enjoy striking views of South Bank and its neighbouring areas. FREE
To download the guides, click here http://www.southbanklondon.com/walkthisway
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Calling all bookworms! Discover the famous riverside book market
One of London's best kept secrets, the South Bank Book Market is the only established second hand, antique and vintage bookmarket in southern England. Situated in front of BFI Southbank, the market is open daily. FREE
One of London's best kept secrets, the South Bank Book Market is the only established second hand, antique and vintage bookmarket in southern England. Situated in front of BFI Southbank, the market is open daily. FREE
