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Lance Pierson: Poetry Reading

The actor performs the ninth book of John MIlton's Paradise Lost.

Thu 4th Dec

A Winter's Tale: Workshop

Taking influence from the winter snow scenes, create your own snow shaker scene.

Sat 6th Dec

Myth Making: Workshop

Make your own mythical heroic sculpture.

Sat 31st Jan

Holiday Drop-In: The Winter Palace

Create a palace from snowflakes and icicles.

Sat 20th Dec-Sat 3rd Jan

Gilded Pleasures: Workshop

Create a guilded masterpiece.

Sat 10th Jan

Festive & Geometric: Workshop

Make three dimensional collage shapes influenced by the Gallery paintings.

Sat 13th Dec

A Different View: Workshop

Take inspiration from the artwork to create your own pieces of art.

Sat 17th Jan

A Burst Of Colour!: Workshop

Taking inspiration from the gallery, create your own bright coloured painting.

Sat 24th Jan

Undergraduate Open Events

Tue 9th Dec

Postgraduate Open Events

Thu 22nd Jan

The Stitch And Creative Crafts Show 2009

All aspects of crafts are covered at the show including embriodery, card making, felt making, glass

Thu 22nd Jan-Sun 20th Sep

The Philospher And The Wolf: Lessons From The Wild

Philosopher Mark Rowlands discusses his friendship with a wolf and how he re-evaluated his attitude

Thu 4th Dec

Organising And Disorganising: Talk

Michael Thompson from the International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis discusses his book Or

Thu 4th Dec

Ray Harryhausen: Talk

The award-winning filmmaker discusses the evolution of model animation in films like King Kong and J

Thu 4th Dec

The Vendramin Family

A ten minute discussion of the 16th-century piece.

Tue 25th Nov

The Supper At Emmaus: Talk

A brief discussion with Karly Allen.

Wed 26th Nov

Sisley: Hampton Court And The Welsh Coast: Talk

Belle Smith will be discussing the work produced during Sisley's trips to Britain.

Wed 26th Nov

Portrait Of The Comtesse Vilain XIIII And Her Daug

A ten minute discussion about the piece.

Wed 26th Nov

Memories Of Myra Hess: Talk

A panel discussion about the founder of the gallery concerts.

Tue 25th Nov

The Donne Triptych: Talk

Linda Bolton explores the meaning to be found in the painting.

Tue 25th Nov

A Dead Soldier: Talk

Exploring the meaning of the 17th-century painting.

Wed 26th Nov

Children’s Faces: Talk

Catherine Reynolds, a specialist in 14th and 15th-century Netherlands paintings will explore the for

Wed 26th Nov

Laurence Rees: Author Event

The Creative Director of BBC Television History discusses his book World War II: Behind Closed Doors

Wed 3rd Dec

Wellbeing Festival Of Carols: A Celebration Of Chr

Annual festive carol concert with guest speakers Eve Pollard and Kirsty Young.

Wed 10th Dec

What's Wrong With The EU Budget?: Talk

Professor Iain Begg, Dalia Grybauskaite, Roland Rudd and Maurice Fraser discuss the issues that the

Thu 27th Nov

Thirty Years Of China's Reform: Opening-up And Loo

The deputy head of mission of the Chinese Embassy in the UK, Li Rong Zhang, talks about the reforms

Wed 3rd Dec

Thinking Like A Social Scientist: Lecture

Professor Bridget Hutter discusses the work of social scientists in addressing today's social proble

Wed 26th Nov-Wed 3rd Dec

Sustainable Development And State Capacity In The

Dr Steffen Hertog from the University of Durham discusses the development of the Gulf states in term

Thu 11th Dec

The Role Of Banks In A Globalised Economy: Balanci

The CEO of UniCredit Group, Alessandro Profumo, discusses the way that banks function and their role

Wed 3rd Dec

The Relationship Between Strategy And Identity In

Brian Doherty from Keele University discusses how the strategy of the company and its identity are l

Thu 11th Dec

NGOs, The Policy Process And The Politics Of Resis

PhD candidate Nisrine Mansour talks to Armine Ishkanian about the way that Lebanese family laws poli

Thu 4th Dec

The New Photojournalism And Revolution: Susan Meis

Paul Lowe discusses the shift in photojournalism during the 1970s and 1980s, in particular the books

Thu 4th Dec

Implications Of The Financial Crisis For Developin

Dr Costas Lapavitsas discusses with Dr Tim Forsyth the way the impact of the financial crisis has ha

Fri 28th Nov

Human Rights Day Event: The Right Of Rights 1948-2

Shami Chakrabarti, Professor Conor Gearty, Francesca Klug and Professor Peter Townsend debate which

Thu 4th Dec

Global Shocks, Global Solutions: Meeting 21st Cent

Former Vice President of the World Bank, Dr Ian Goldin discusses a variety of solutions to the chall

Mon 1st Dec

Forensic Anthropology: The Reconstruction Of The T

Professor Christopher Greenwood and Silvana Turner from the Argentine Forensic Anthropology Team dis

Wed 26th Nov

Financial Services in China and the Credit Crisis:

Anthony Stevens from Oliver Wyman discusses the response of the Asian financial services companies.

Wed 26th Nov

Financial Crisis And Your Future: Talk

Mark Chambers, the head of sales management for Man Investmentstalks about the effects the financial

Tue 2nd Dec

Ethics, Politics And The State Of Israel: Talk

Professor Michael Morgan from Indiana University discusses the ethical and political landscape of Is

Thu 4th Dec

Does The Euro-Zone Experience Show 'One Size Fits

Professor Ray Barrell, Professor Nicos Christodoulakis debate with Professor Kevin Featherstone if t

Wed 10th Dec

China After The Olympics: Talk

Chris Hughes, Athar Hussain, Chen Jian, Mark Leonard and Martin Jacques discuss if hosting the Olym

Tue 2nd Dec

Can France Seduce The New European Union?: Talk

Political scientist professor Christian Lequesne discusses France's chances of regaining its leaders

Wed 26th Nov

In Conversation With Cherie Blair: Author Event

The human rights barrister, and honorary fellow of LSE talks to LSE Director Howard Davies about her

Wed 3rd Dec

Who Do We Think We Are: Talk

Author Marina Lewycka talks to the former BBC Chief Political Correspondent, Guto Harri about how pe

Tue 2nd Dec

The UK Wedding Shows

The UK Wedding Shows

Sat 7th Feb-Sun 8th Feb

Paul McKenna's I Can Make You Thin Live

Experience Paul McKenna's weight loss seminar which aims to change the relationship between the audi

Sat 24th Jan

The London Stitch And Creative Crafts Show 2009

All aspects of crafts are covered at the show including embriodery, card making, felt making, glass

Thu 26th Feb-Sat 28th Feb

The MCN London Motorcycle Show 2009

A chance to see top motorcycle manufacturers including BMW, Ducati, KTM, Yamaha, Honda, Harley David

Thu 29th Jan-Sun 1st Feb

London International Boat Show 2009

The 55th annual show with over 500 exhibitors and over 1000 boats.

Fri 9th Jan-Sun 18th Jan

Gordon Ramsay: Taste of Christmas

A chance to experience expert wine tastings and hands-on cookery demonstrations, to Gordon's live Ch

Thu 4th Dec-Sun 7th Dec

The Franchise Show 2009

A showcase of franchises covering over 75 industries, with hundreds of exhibitors and free seminars.

Fri 6th Feb-Sat 7th Feb

Down Under Live

Visitors contemplating visiting, studying or migrating to Australia and New Zealand will find all th

Sat 21st Mar-Sun 22nd Mar

BBC Good Food Show 2008

New and unusual foods, drink, kitchen gadgets and cooking demonstrations from a variety of celebrity

Wed 26th Nov-Sun 30th Nov

City Christmas Fair

Visitors can browse the stalls of luxury goods, festive foods and stocking fillers, and take part in

Mon 1st Dec

Taking Liberties: The Lost Liberty Of The English

Professor Quentin Skinner will be discussing the democratic view of the free citizen.

Wed 18th Feb

Images Of War

Journalist Ghaith Abdul-Ahad and artists Adam Broomberg and Oliver Chanarin talk to Anthony Borden a

Thu 4th Dec

Raja Shahadeh: Author Event

The author discusses his work and reads extracts from his book Palestinian Walks.

Tue 2nd Dec

Fun With Felt!: Workshop (Over 5s)

Make festive decorations.

Mon 22nd Dec

Monday Night Magic

A family friendly magic show.

Mon 8th Dec

Stumble! The Clumsy Reindeer: Pandora's Box Theatr

Pandora's Box Theatre Company presents a festive tale about an accident-prone reindeer who has just

Sun 14th Dec-Tue 16th Dec

Whiskers To Beards: Facial Hair In Victorian Portr

With Lucinda Hawksley.

Thu 22nd Jan

Paula Rego And Jake Auerbach In Conversation

A showing of acclaimed film-maker Jake Auerbach's portrayal of artist Paula Rigo's latest retrospect

Thu 29th Jan

Photography Workshop

Elizabeth Doak offers tips and techniques for successful photography.

Thu 29th Jan-Sat 31st Jan

Henry VIII: Portrait Of A Tyrant?: Talk

With Justin Nolan.

Tue 20th Jan

Chinese Pop Divas: Their Stories And Songs

A performance in celebration of Chinese New Year.

Sun 25th Jan

Chinese New Year

Participate in drop-in events to bring in the the Year Of The Ox, featuring creative workshops, musi

Sat 24th Jan

Quiz: Cartoons By Powys Evans

With Robin Francis.

Tue 27th Jan

18th-Century Portraits: Talk

With Sarah Ciacci.

Sat 24th Jan

War Resisters' International Website Launch Party

Andreas Speck from War Resisters' International and Anselm Heaton from Netuxo Ltd discuss the launch

Wed 26th Nov

Lee 'Scratch' Perry: Burning Down The Ark' With He

Targowski recounts personal memories of Perry and discusses his work.

Sat 29th Nov

Christmas Storytime (Under 5s)

With Father Christmas.

Tue 16th Dec

Christmas Rhymetime (Under 5s)

With Father Christmas.

Fri 19th Dec

Taking Liberties: The Writing On The Wall: Tony Be

The acclaimed political figure and musician explore the dissent of contemporary music.

Sun 1st Feb

Taking Liberties: Who Loves Hate Speech: Talk

A panel discussion about the fight between speech crimes and the human right to freedom of speech.

Tue 3rd Feb

Taking Liberties Time For A New Transatlantic Part

Author and journalist Timothy Garton Ash explores the special relationship between Britain and the U

Tue 20th Jan

Is Liberty British?: Linda Colley In Conversation

Two speakers discuss the mixed heritage of the British Isles.

Wed 28th Jan

Taking Liberties: A Kingdom United?: The Making An

A panel discuss divided identities within the British Isles.

Mon 2nd Feb

Taking Liberties: Equality And Human Rights In Mod

Philips explores ways of creating awareness within the general public about quality of life for peop

Tue 27th Jan

Taking Liberties: On Common Ground: An Afternoon O

A day of activities celebrating the life of poet John Clare.

Sun 25th Jan

Taking Liberties: Can We Save The Planet Yet Keep

A panel discusses the pressing global issue, speakers include Andy Atkins from Friends of the Earth.

Wed 14th Jan

The Rollin Stoned

The tribute act with their seasonal show.

Thu 17th Dec

The Mods

A mod themed festive show.

Wed 23rd Dec

Christmas Party Night

A festive retro party night, featuring bands Back To The Eighties and Disco Inferno, playing all the

Sat 19th Dec

Breaking The Code: Garden Suburb Theatre

Hugh Whitemore's World War Two espionage story about the Enigma machine.

Thu 4th Dec-Sun 7th Dec

James Martin: Book Signing

James Martin: Book Signing

Mon 15th Dec

Mara Bergman: Author Event

The author reads from her Oliver books.

Sat 6th Dec

Dick Whittington: Theatre4Kidz

A pantomime performance of the well-loved tale about the boy and his cat who head to London to seek

Wed 26th Nov-Sat 29th Nov

Psychoanalysis, Fascism And Fundamentalism: Talk

Psychoanalysts, historians, social theorists, writers and film makers discuss fundamental intoleranc

Sat 29th Nov-Sun 30th Nov

Howl At The Moon: Short Nights

A performance of seven themed plays from new writers.

Sun 30th Nov

You're Gorgeous: Workshop

Styllists Amita Rallin and Antigoni Livieratou take visitors through the hair and makeup featured in

Sun 4th Jan

Taylor Wessing Photographic Portrait Prize 2008 Ex

By Marc Woodhead.

Thu 4th Dec-Thu 15th Jan

Visualising Portraits

Audio descriptions of artwork for visually impaired visitors.

Wed 26th Nov-Wed 28th Jan

Victorian Women Explorers: Talk

By Clare Gittings.

Thu 4th Dec

Victorian Portraits: Talk

By Marc Zakian.

Sat 6th Dec-Sat 31st Jan

Tudor Portraits: Talk

By Alison Kusner.

Sat 10th Jan

Stuart Portraits: Talk

By Lesley Rivett.

Sat 17th Jan

Storytelling For Families

A drop in session. Suitable for over 3s.

Sat 17th Jan

Restoration To Revolution: Talk

By Lesley Rivett.

Sat 22nd Nov

Public V Private: Workshop

An exercise in digital photography inspired by the work of Annie Leibovitz.

Sun 7th Dec

Portraits Of The School Of London: Talk

By Jane Brand.

Tue 13th Jan

The Leverhulme Lectures: Portraiture And Reportage

By Ruth Brimacombe.

Fri 12th Dec

The Leverhulme Lectures: Portraiture And The Flesh

By Emma Chambers.

Fri 16th Jan

Portrait Of The Day: Talk

A different piece is discussed during each session.

Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 31st Jan

Annie Leibovitz Exhibition Tour

By James Hicks.

Sun 11th Jan

Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer's Life, 1990-2005

Led by Sumi Ghose.

Thu 11th Dec

Akram Khan By Darvish Fakhr: Talk

By Sumi Ghose.

Tue 9th Dec

Impossibility Of Neutrality: Photography After The

Howard Caygill, Elizabeth Edwards, Carol Mavor, Gary Nickard, Amy Rosenblum-Martin, Ralph Rugoff and

Fri 5th Dec

Highlights Of The Collection: Talk

By Sarah Ciacci.

Sun 7th Dec-Sun 18th Jan

Henry VII: Talk

By Justin Nolan.

Tue 2nd Dec

Group Portraits And Conversation Pieces: Talk

By Marc Woodhead.

Sat 29th Nov

From Rolling Stone To Vanity Fair: Leibovitz As Ph

By Anne Braybon.

Thu 15th Jan

Family Art Workshops

Activities exploring the portraits in the collection. Recommended for over 5s.

Sat 17th Jan

Facing The Text: The Amateur And Commercial Histor

Lucy Peltz will discuss the popularity of the illustrating of books with engraved portraits between

Thu 27th Nov

Edwardian Portraits: Talk

By Lesley Rivett.

Sat 13th Dec

Doomed Outsiders: Poets In The Public Imagination:

By Paul Ibell.

Sun 11th Jan

Special Christmas Workshop: Deck The Halls

Learn about the traditions involved in a Victorian Christmas and make some decorations.

Sun 14th Dec

Contemporary Portraits: Talk

By Alison Kusner.

Sat 3rd Jan

Christmas Highlights Quiz And Tour

By Lesley Rivett.

Sun 21st Dec

Christmas Connections: Talk

By Lesley Rivett.

Sat 20th Dec

Charles I: King And Martyr: Talk

By Rab McGibbon.

Tue 25th Nov

All That Sparkles: Jewellery In Portraits: Talk

By Lesley Rivett.

Tue 6th Jan

Prince Albert And The Victorian Christmas: Talk

By Lucinda Hawksley.

Tue 16th Dec

20th-Century Portraits: Talk

With Alison Kusner.

Sat 27th Dec

Tales Days Of Christmas: Chickenshed (Under 7s)

Chickenshed performs a festive children's show.

Sat 13th Dec-Sat 20th Dec

Young Writer's Taster Workshop

A literary workshop for beginners.

Sat 13th Dec

Murray Lachlan Young: Apples & Snakes

The Radio 4 Saturday Live regular shares quick poetry.

Wed 26th Nov

Soho Slam

A showcase of writing from London's teenagers.

Sun 23rd Nov

Petticoat Lane Market

A chance to pick up some bargains, such as toys, clothes and electronic products such as DVD players

Fri 21st Nov-Wed 31st Dec

North Kensington Library Reading Group: Talk

Featuring Two Caravans by Marina Lewycka.

Mon 24th Nov

Clayton Littlewood At North Kensington Library: Ta

The columnist and BBC Radio host discusses his career.

Wed 26th Nov

Atma Singh: Book Launch

The author promotes his latest book, An Asian Century Manifesto: Global Political Economy Of The 21s

Tue 2nd Dec

Satyameva Jayete: Debate

A debate in collaboration with The Indian Debating Union.

Wed 3rd Dec

The Pioneers: The First Indian Members Of Parliame

Lord Mohamed Sheikh gives a presentation about the first four Indian members of British parliament.

Mon 24th Nov

In Conversation Shubha Mudgal And Bombay Jayashri:

The Indian classical music stars discuss their careers.

Mon 8th Dec

Incredible India Lecture Series III: Sacred Geogra

An informative talk exploring modern Indian pilgrimage traditions.

Wed 26th Nov

Paul Davies: Book Launch

The author promotes his latest book, The New Business India.

Wed 10th Dec

Consciousness Based Education: Talk

Tony Butcher and Charles Cunningham offer an informative discussion.

Thu 4th Dec

The Celebrity Portrait Workshop

Gisela Torres leads a photography workshop, exploring the work of Annie Leibovitz.

Thu 27th Nov-Fri 28th Nov

Steaming Weekends

An opportunity to see the number six engine in action.

Sat 18th Apr-Sun 22nd Nov

La Condition Noire En France: A Talk By Pap Ndaye

The French academic discusses the country's black community.

Fri 5th Dec

Takeover

The Emerging Artists in Residence present a mixed programme of music, visuals, spoken word and dance

Fri 27th Feb

Doug Allan And Huw Lewis-Jones

Award-winning BBC cameraman and photographer Allan and historian Lewis-Jones discuss the history and

Thu 11th Dec

Shawn Cohen: Talk

The medium discusses the mysteries and symbols of the tarot and its history.

Tue 3rd Feb

Messy Mornings (Under 4s)

Activities for youngsters.

Tue 25th Nov-Tue 3rd Feb

Alexei Sayle: Author Event

Alexei Sayle: Author Event

Thu 4th Dec

Stripping Off: Erotic Comics

Artists Erich Von Gotha, Lynn Paul Meadows and Garry Leach discuss the adults-only genre of comics.

Sun 23rd Nov

Patronise Me! What Is The Value Of Art?: Talk

Author Sarah Thornton, artist Jasper Joffe and others discuss what constitutes value in art.

Sat 13th Dec

Great British Comics: Past, Present And Future

A discussion with Steve Holland, David Leach David Roach and others on how the comics of childhood a

Sun 23rd Nov

Comica Comiket

A chance to meet and purchase items from self-publishing creators of comics and manga in a variety o

Sat 22nd Nov

Mark Leckey In A Long Tail World: Talk

The Turner Prize nominee discusses television history, including the BBC, Felix the Cat, and the the

Sat 31st Jan

Word For Word Creative Writing Workshops

An informal session with a member of the Word For Word team.

Wed 26th Nov-Wed 15th Apr

Word For Word Poetry Writing Workshop

An informal and creative session.

Tue 25th Nov-Tue 14th Apr

Toy Library

Activities and games.

Tue 25th Nov-Tue 7th Apr

Toddler Drop In

Featuring a host of activities.

Thu 27th Nov-Thu 9th Apr

Haringey Enterprise Week: Antiques Online: Worksho

Learn how to make a successful business out of auctioning antiques online.

Fri 21st Nov-Sun 23rd Nov

Dads Drop In: Story Time For Children And Dads

An informal session.

Sat 29th Nov-Sat 18th Apr

Anthony Clayton: Book-Launch And Talk On The Folkl

The author will be launching and discussing his book.

Thu 27th Nov

Children's Story Time

Stories and activities.

Mon 24th Nov-Mon 6th Apr

Norman J Warren And Brian Tufano: Talk

The director discusses his work with the trainspotting director of photography.

Fri 12th Dec

Japanese Cinema For Busy People II Special: The Hi

Jasper Sharp provides an insight into the cinematic phenomenon.

Wed 3rd Dec

Framing Spectatorship: Talk

With Ken Wilder.

Sun 7th Dec

The Performativity Of Matter: Talk

With Zoe Laughlin.

Sun 23rd Nov

Signature Works On Paper

A guided tour of the exhibition to learn about the work on display, the artists and the different te

Sun 7th Dec

Festival Card Making: Workshop

Alison Reader shows how to make your own personalised Christmas card.

Sun 23rd Nov

Stephen Fry: Talk

The comic and presenter discusses his travels through America and his book Stephen Fry In America.

Wed 26th Nov

Josephine Regis: Workshop

Learn about the countries involved in the First World War and decorate model aeroplanes with their d

Sun 30th Nov

Brenda Coyle: Workshop

Brenda Coyle gives an insight into the kind of sweets Victorian children used to eat and shows how t

Sun 14th Dec

Nuclear Forum

Speakers including James Acord, artist Gustav Metzger, Kate Hudson and Steve Kurtz discuss what impa

Fri 28th Nov

Edward Boyle Memorial Lecture - Democratic Citizen

Stephen Coleman from Leeds University and Prospect Magazine editor James Crabtre debate the influenc

Mon 24th Nov

The Annual RDI Address

Tom Bloxham from property development company Urban Splash discusses how good designs for urban rene

Thu 27th Nov

Illustration Workshop

Take part in a drawing workshop inspired by the film.

Sun 30th Nov

Puppet Workshop

A chance to make a puppet.

Sat 29th Nov

Family Film Making

A chance to have a go at making a film.

Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 30th Nov

In Conversation With Tamsin Greig

The actress dicusses her stage and TV work.

Mon 8th Dec

Malcolm Gladwell: Author Event

The best-selling author of The Tipping Point and Blink promotes his latest book, Outlier: The Story

Mon 24th Nov

Transit Tehran: Young Iran And Its Inspirations: T

Editor and writer Malu Halasa discusses the work and career of Kaveh Golestan.

Thu 27th Nov

Robert Shiller: Author Event

American economist Robert Shiller discusses the economic crisis in his book The Subprime Solution.

Wed 26th Nov

Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation: Law And Liber

Professor Allen Guelzo from Gettysburg College discusses the context of the Proclamation in law.

Tue 25th Nov

The Genetics Of Common Human Diseases: Recent Disc

Professor Peter Donnelly discusses the progress in the public knowledge of the genetic variants to c

Mon 24th Nov

Ross Cranston, QC In Conversation With Lord Mackay

Justice of the High Court Cranston talks to Lord Mackay about his career.

Tue 25th Nov

Are We Winning The War On Drugs?: Talk

Antonio Costa from the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime discusses the impact the drug trade

Thu 27th Nov

The Age Of Mobility: Can We Make Migration Work Fo

The United Nations special representative for migration, Peter Sutherland, discusses ways of making

Wed 26th Nov

Gabriel Piterberg: Author Event

The author discusses the shifts of ideology in Zionism in his book The Returns Of Zoinism.

Thu 27th Nov

Jean-Pierre Ohl: Book Launch

The French author discusses his debut novel, Mr Dick Or The Tenth Book.

Thu 27th Nov

Lecture By Curator Michael Tooby

An informative discussion about Donald Rodney and the Eighties.

Thu 27th Nov

Saturday Tour

A tour around the Donald Rodney In Retrospect exhibition.

Sat 22nd Nov

Art Spiegelman: Portrait Of The Artist As A Young

The Pulitzer Prize-winning graphic novelist talks to Posy Simmonds about his life and the part that

Mon 24th Nov

Shelton, Spain, Spiegelman: Up From The Undergroun

The American graphic novelists discuss and sign copies of their work including, Shelton's Not Quite

Sun 23rd Nov

Live From Kirby Plaza

Paul Gambaccini, Mike Lake and Chrissie Harper and guests talk to Paul Gravett about the career of J

Sun 23rd Nov

Book Now Literature Festival 2008: Andrew Graham-D

The writer and broadcaster discusses his book Michelangelo And The Sistine Chapel.

Tue 25th Nov

Craft Activities

Free arts and craft activities.

Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 29th Nov

Interactive Storyboard

A workshop exploring role play and drama games.

Sat 29th Nov

Felt Animation Workshop

Make characters using felt.

Sat 22nd Nov

21st Century Britain: A Royal Republic

Authors David Marquand, Cecile Laborde and Stuart White talk to Richard Reeves launch their latest b

Mon 24th Nov

Julian Fellowes In Conversation

Julian Fellowes In Conversation

Wed 26th Nov-Thu 4th Dec

Kate Summerscale And Lydia Syson: Talk

The authors discuss the ideas of their latest book with Professor David Nokes.

Tue 25th Nov

Not Applicable

The collective present a selection of visual and musical works.

Fri 21st Nov

Auden Unparadised

Dr Seamus Perry from the University of Oxford discusses Auden's poetry and career.

Tue 25th Nov

Tune In

Visitors can make a vegetable radio and use their body as a transmitter.

Sun 30th Nov

Stunning Stunts

A chance to learn about stunts used in film making.

Sat 29th Nov

Storyboarding Masterclass

Learn about the secrets of the film world and explain how storyboards set the scenes.

Sun 30th Nov

Sound FX

Explore with experts the world of sound effects.

Sat 29th Nov

Royal Regalia

A chance to make a costume fit for a lion king.

Sun 23rd Nov

Reel Movie Moves

A chance to learn some of the dance moves seen in hit films.

Sun 30th Nov

Puppet Maker's Studio

Make a Chinese shadow puppet on a string.

Sun 30th Nov

Prince Achmed's Animated Adventure

A chance to create silhouette characters.

Sat 22nd Nov

Monster Me

A chance to get dressed and made up as a monster.

Sat 29th Nov

Making Music

A chance for visitors to make music.

Sat 22nd Nov

Make A Film In A Day

A chance for visitor to shoot and edit their own film.

Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 29th Nov

Kung Fu Moves

Learn some of the moves from the film Kung Fu Kid.

Sat 22nd Nov

Junior Jazz Shrine

Jazz disco for children.

Sat 22nd Nov

Jazz Film Picnic

An event with fil and music.

Sat 22nd Nov

Flipbooks

A chance to star in a flipbook.

Sat 29th Nov

Film Wardrobe

A chance to try on costumes and have a picture taken while posing as a star.

Sat 29th Nov

Crafts Corner

Visitors can try their hand at traditional African crafts.

Sun 23rd Nov

Animate London: The Pixelise The Population Projec

A mass pixelisation aiming to animate as many Londoners as possible.

Sat 22nd Nov

Adventure Trail

Join a trail through the Barbican.

Sun 30th Nov

Adam Phillips: On Losing And Being Lost Again: Tal

Adam Phillips offers a rereading of Anna Freud's 1967 essay.

Tue 2nd Dec

Peter Carl: Ornament Series: Talk

An informative discussion.

Thu 4th Dec

Bernard Cache: The Tradition Of Architecture: Talk

A duo of infomative sessions, including a reading of Vitruvius' De Architectura and an exploration o

Tue 25th Nov-Wed 26th Nov

Iwan Baan And Visitors: Architectural Photography

Photographers and related professionals including Iwan Baan, Helene Binet, Simon Boudvin and Robert

Fri 21st Nov

Alex Fynn: Book Signing

The author will be signing copies of his book, Arsenal: The Making Of A Modern Superclub.

Sat 29th Nov

Children's Storytime: Elmer In The Snow: Elmer No.

Featuring the story by David Mckee.

Sat 29th Nov

Children's Storytime: One Winter's Day

Featuring the story by M. Christina Butler.

Sat 22nd Nov

Happy Crispmas: Quentin Crisp Tribute

A celebration of the life of Quentin Crisp with talks, discussions, performance and dressing up.

Sat 13th Dec

Through The Keyhole: Talk

Lesley Hoskins discusses the lives and domestic arrangements of a selection of Victorians.

Thu 2nd Jul

Lighting Up The 50s: Workshop

A lampshade making workshop inspired by 1950s textiles and design.

Sat 16th May

Domestic Delights: Workshop

A bag and tea towel making workshop inspired by Lucienne Day's work.

Sat 24th Jan

The Designers Behind The Style: Talk

Maggie Wood explores the work of designers, including Lucienne Day, Jacqueline Groag and Terence Con

Thu 4th Dec

Children's Workshops

Art activities.

Tue 17th Feb-Fri 28th Aug

Handel House Singers: Georgian Christmas Carols

Traditional carols directed and accompanied by harpsichordist Laurence Cummings and the Linden Baroq

Sun 14th Dec

Lost for Words: The Silence Must Be Broken

A musical performance by young people which explores the impact of violence. Directed by Delroy Murr

Mon 15th Dec-Tue 16th Dec

Vintage Christmas Cards Workshop

Use traditional printing methods to create cards and gift tags.

Sat 6th Dec

The History Of The Christmas Card: Talk

Learn about the development of the festive token received since 1843.

Sat 13th Dec

Find Your Festive Spirit

A traditional Victorian themed Christmas featuring carols by the Pegasus Singers.

Thu 4th Dec

Farewell To Christmas

Take part in festive carols and refreshments as part of the traditional burning of the holly and the

Tue 6th Jan

Christmas Greens Workshop

Use foliage and items from the garden to create traditional festive decorations.

Sat 13th Dec

Bocca Aperta

A performance of seasonal music in a cappella style.

Thu 11th Dec

Bay

Sarah Tipple directs a work in progress.

Wed 1st Apr-Sat 4th Apr

Tuesday Story Time: The Snowman: The Book Of The F

Featuring the popular children's book.

Tue 9th Dec

Tuesday Story Time: The Snow Queen

Featuring the popular children's book.

Tue 16th Dec

Tuesday Story Time: Mog's Christmas: Mog The Cat B

Featuring the popular children's book.

Tue 2nd Dec

Tuesday Story Time: There's A Spider In The Bath!

Featuring the popular children's book.

Tue 25th Nov

Christmas Make And Do: Workshop

Make festive decorations.

Sat 29th Nov

Enchanted Woodland

Enjoy a walk through the illuminated gardens.

Fri 21st Nov-Sun 30th Nov

Peckham Literary Festival: Writers Workshop & Book

Bridget Whelan reads from her book A Good Confession, and leads this writing workshop.

Sat 22nd Nov

Peckham Literary Festival: Bonus Event! Hegley & H

Wry observations from the poets.

Thu 11th Dec

The Seagull: The Questors

Anton Chekhov's classic comedy-drama.

Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 30th Nov

Guys And Dolls: Claremont Players

The Players present classic hits including the Luck Be A Lady and Sit Down in the 1940s tale set in

Tue 25th Nov-Sat 29th Nov

HIV/AIDS Season: Insight With Elizabeth Pisani: Th

Pisani's book, which explores how HIV could be prevented in countries outside of sub-Saharan Africa.

Thu 25th Dec

HIV/AIDS Season: In The Picture With Gideon Mendel

The award-winning photographer's exploration of the impact of HIV/Aids in Africa.

Wed 26th Nov

HIV/AIDS Season: Have We Seen The Worst: Talk

A discussion about the future treatments and control of HIV.

Mon 1st Dec

Jenny Hendra: Workshop

An afternoon of family drop-in workshops with artists Jenny Hendra, Alice Finbow and Sarah Michaels,

Sun 7th Dec

Dan Fox: Talk

The editor of Frieze, talks to Simon Martin about his work.

Sat 13th Dec

Stuart Comer: Talk

The Curator of Film at the Tate Modern discusses Simon Martin's exhibition.

Sat 17th Jan

Hyde Park Corner & Its Memorials: Tour

A tour of the memorials and the park.

Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 30th Nov

Mick Inkpen: Author Event

A chance to meet the author of the muched loved Kipper and Wibbly Pig children's series.

Sat 29th Nov

Sarah Ferguson: Author Event

The Duchess of York will be signing copies of her latest children's book, Tea For Ruby.

Sat 6th Dec

Nicholas Parsons: Talk

The radio presenter discusses the life and work of the nonsense poet Edward Lear through extracts of

Sat 13th Dec

Christmas Carols With The Stars

A chance to see a variety of TV celebrities sing favourite carols in support of Leukaemia Research.

Fri 12th Dec

Self Made Hero - Shakespeare Manga Signing

Artists Chie Kutsuwada, Ryuta Osada and Mustashrik Mahbub sign copies of their work.

Sat 22nd Nov

David Lloyd: Author Event

The illustrator promotes and signs copies of his work including his crime noir thriller, Kickback.

Sat 6th Dec

Renaissance Faces: Reuniting Van Eyck And His Wife

Jenny Graham from the University of Plymouth discusses the history of van Eyck's Portrait Of A Man a

Sat 12th Dec

Portraits And Pendants: Talk

National Gallery's Director, Nicholas Penny discusses how the concept of companion portraits helped

Wed 3rd Dec

The Act Of Love: Sex In Literature: Talk

Author Howard Jacobson discusses the history of sexual attraction in books and his latest book, The

Tue 9th Dec

New Years Eve Fireworks

A spectacular pyrotechnical display.

Thu 1st Jan

Women's Work: Modern Women Poets Writing In Englis

Poets including Kate Clanchy, Melanie Challenger and Elaine Feinstein read extracts from the Seren a

Thu 27th Nov

Rachel Carson Memorial Lecture 2008

Dr Charles Benbrook the Chief Scientist of The Organic Center discusses the changes in how American

Thu 4th Dec

The Softcore Auteur: Talk

Helen De Witt discusses the tenuous relationship between art-house and erotic cinema.

Tue 2nd Dec

Abderrahmane Sissako In Conversation: Talk

The African film-maker discusses his career.

Sat 6th Dec

Rouben Mamoulian: An Illustrated Introduction: Tal

Geoff Andrew introduces the work of the director.

Wed 3rd Dec

From Word To Image: Storyboarding And The Film-Mak

With Marcie Begleiter.

Wed 17th Dec

Vintage Fashion, Accessories, Jewellery And Textil

A chance to browse through a variety of fashions, jewellery, textiles and accessories from the 1900s

Sun 30th Nov

Jamie Smart: Book Signing

The author discusses his latest comic book, Space Raoul.

Sat 29th Nov

David Walliams: Book Signing

The award-winning actor and comedian promotes his children's book, The Boy In The Dress.

Sat 29th Nov

Malorie Blackman: Book Signing

The author promotes her latest book, Double Cross.

Sat 22nd Nov

The Marriage Of Reason & Squalor: Jake & Dinos Cha

Dinos Chapman talks to his brother about his debut novel.

Tue 25th Nov

The Hackney Playbus

A chance to explore the bus.

Fri 21st Nov-Fri 19th Dec

Teddy Bears' Picnic (Under 5s)

A interactive teddy bear themed show, presented by Jan Hunt. Bring along your teddy for the chance t

Tue 17th Feb

The Tales Of Peter Rabbit

A musical show based on the stories and characters of Beatrix Potter, including Benjamin Bunny, Mrs

Fri 10th Apr

An Evening With Andy Rouse: Talk

The wildlife photographer discusses his exploits in India photographing tigers.

Wed 25th Mar

An Audience With Bob Harris

The veteran radio presenter discusses his life and work.

Fri 6th Feb

Bink And The Hairy Fairy: The People's Theatre Com

The People's Theatre Company performs a musical adventure.

Sat 14th Feb

Fascinating Aida

The 25th anniversary cabaret show of the multi award-winning comedy troupe.

Fri 6th Feb-Sat 21st Feb

Munch 'N' Listen Lunchtime Talks: Your Family Tree

A session for novice family historians with Dr Renata Pillay.

Mon 26th Jan

Munch 'n Listen Lunchtime Talk: Trees On Camera: I

An opportunity to explore and discuss Henry Jacobs' exhibition.

Mon 1st Dec

Tom Preest: Talk

A discussion about adult and housing care as part of The Homeless: Are We Killing With Kindness seri

Tue 2nd Dec

Potted Pirates

Potted Pirates

Sun 23rd Nov-Thu 27th Nov

Blake In Lambeth: THe William Blake Congregation

A celebratory show of readings, songs and poetry, presented by Project Blake.

Fri 28th Nov

Blake In Lambeth: All That We See Is Vision

A multi-genre celebration of William Blake.

Sun 30th Nov

Blake In Lambeth: Blakespeare: William Blake Birth

Music and text reworkings of the words and songs of William Blake and William Shakespeare.

Fri 28th Nov

Christmas Fair At Woodlands

A traditional family festive fair with carol singers, stalls selling seasonal goods and fresh produc

Sun 23rd Nov

Michael Palin: Book Signing

The Monty Python star and avid traveller promotes his latest book.

Fri 12th Dec-Tue 16th Dec

Winter Wildfowl: Guided Walk

A walk taking in the history and wildlife of the park. Meet at Sheen Gate entrance.

Sat 3rd Jan

Boxing Day Walk

A walk taking in the history and wildlife of the park. Meet at Roehampton Gate entrance.

Fri 26th Dec

Peter Pan & Friends: Guided Walk

A look around the sights of the park that inspired the classic children's tale.

Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 28th Dec

LazyTown Live!: The Pirate Adventure

Based on the popular children's TV programme, in which superhero Sportacus and his friend Stephanie

Thu 28th May-Sun 31st May

Who's Been Eating My Porridge: A Captain Clueless

Hapless detective Captain Clueless helps baby bear get to the bottom of the mysterious disappearance

Sat 22nd Nov

Sinbad (Over 3s)

A pantomime performance of the tales of Sinbad the sailor.

Sat 6th Dec

The Musicians Of Bremen (ages 4-7)

A performance of the classic Brothers Grimm tale, which follows a motley bunch of animals as they se

Sat 29th Nov

The Dragon's Tale (Over 4s)

A whimsical retelling of the tale of George And The Dragon told by an ageing dragon.

Sat 13th Dec

Ignite: Identity Drama School

The students perform an annual showcase of work featuring monologues and duologues from a selection

Wed 26th Nov-Thu 27th Nov

Rhyme Time (Under 4s)

Weekly sessions featuring songs, games and crafts.

Tue 25th Nov-Tue 30th Dec

Baby Bounce (Under 2s)

Songs and rhymes.

Wed 26th Nov

Rhyme Time (Under 5s)

Songs, rhymes and games.

Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 4th Jan

The Ally Pally Motorcycle Show

Featuring motorcycle manufacturers, dealers, spare parts, leathers and helmets.

Fri 27th Feb-Sun 1st Mar

Rhyme Time

Songs, stories and craft activities.

Tue 25th Nov-Tue 23rd Dec

Polly Toynbee: Author Event

The author discusses themes explored in her book, Unjust Rewards: Exposing Greed And Inequality In B

Thu 11th Dec

Cindy's Chelsea Braderie Fair

A street sale featuring local produce.

Sun 7th Dec

Rent: SEDOS

Jonathan Larson's prize-winning modern re-telling of La Boheme.

Fri 21st Nov-Sat 22nd Nov

The Real Thing: The Tower Theatre Company

Tom Stoppard's drama exploring fidelity and honesty.

Tue 3rd Mar-Sat 7th Mar

Jane Eyre: Sideshow Theatre Company

John Caird and Paul Gordon's musical adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's classic novel.

Tue 2nd Dec-Sat 13th Dec

Dublin Carol: The Tower Theatre Company

Colette Dockery directs Conor Macpherson's drama, in which an alcoholic recounts his life story to a

Tue 20th Jan-Sat 24th Jan

Dame Hecate Bamway's Very Entertaining And Musical

Alex Outhwaite and Chris Adams direct Fly Theatre's variety performance.

Fri 9th Jan-Sat 10th Jan

Alice's Adventures In Wonderland And Through The L

Sanjit Chudha directs a performance of Lewis Carroll's well-loved children's tales.

Wed 14th Jan-Sat 17th Jan

Paul Sandby (1725–1809): Watercolour And Aqua

Hilary Williams discusses the English watercolourist.

Fri 20th Mar

Museum Studies: Interpretation: Talk

The British Museum's Interpretation team discuss their roles.

Thu 19th Mar

From Enlightenment To Romanticism, c. 1780–18

British Museum staff are joined by guest speakers for informative discussions.

Sat 28th Mar

Chinese Bronze And Why It Is So Special: Study Ses

Carol Michaelson discusses the use of bronze in China.

Thu 12th Mar

Somerset House Ice Rink

Outdoor skating sessions for all ages.

Fri 21st Nov-Sun 25th Jan

The White Reindeer: Big Mouth Piano Tales

A festive tale based on a little boy and a magic reindeer.

Tue 23rd Dec

World War I: 90th Anniversary Charley's War: Talk

Writer Pat Mills and artist Joe Colquhoun discuss the history of post-war graphic art.

Wed 26th Nov

The World Of Punch Cartoons: Author Event

With Helen Walasek.

Wed 10th Dec

The Unknown Giles: Talk

Dr Nick Hiley shares details from the archive.

Wed 14th Jan

Giles: Influences And Admirers: Talk

Anita O'Brien discusses the topic.

Wed 3rd Dec

Family Fun Day: Workshop

Mask making and drawing activities.

Sat 13th Dec-Sat 11th Apr

Canary Wharf Ice Rink

Outdoor ice skating sessions for all the family.

Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 22nd Feb

Bob Wilson: Life In The Beautiful Game: Book Signi

Bob Wilson: Life In The Beautiful Game: Book Signi

Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 29th Nov

James Whale: Almost A Celebrity: A Lifetime of Nig

Meet the author and discuss his work.

Fri 21st Nov

Old Time Music Hall: Players Theatre

Nostalgic entertainment.

Sat 6th Dec

Ethical Christmas Fair

Fair Trade and hand-crafted products from Latin America and around the world.

Thu 18th Dec

The Genius Of George Bernard Shaw: Talk

Readings introduced by John Calder.

Thu 27th Nov

The Use And Function Of Sculpture In Ancient Egypt

With Marcel Maree.

Thu 8th Jan

The Tower Of Babel: Modern Images: Talk

With Anne Desmet.

Thu 29th Jan

The Skull Beneath The Skin: Damien Hirst's Cornuco

With Frances Carey.

Thu 15th Jan

David Roberts And The Holy Land: Study Session

George Hart discusses the Scottish artist's journey to the Holy Land in 1839.

Sat 21st Feb

Rediscovering The Lost Civilisations Of Ancient Me

With Jonathan Taylor.

Thu 22nd Jan

Nebamun

Staff discuss the re-display of the wall-paintings from the ancient Egyptian tomb of Nebamun.

Thu 12th Feb

Museum Studies: Volunteers: Talk

Staff and volunteers discuss the varied roles that volunteers have in the museum.

Fri 13th Feb

Music In Ancient Mesopotamia: Talk

Musicologist Richard Dumbrill leads a talk and demonstration.

Fri 16th Jan

Mrs Delany: Flowers And Landscape: Readings From H

With Kim Sloan.

Wed 17th Dec

Money And Celebration: Talk

With Jennifer Adam.

Fri 19th Dec

Meet Sir Hans Sloane: Talk

The founder of the British Museum hosts an informative talk in celebration of the 250th anniversary

Thu 15th Jan

Maiolica: Study Session

Dora Thornton and Timothy Wilson discuss maiolica historiata.

Sat 7th Feb

Kings And Vassals In The Ancient Near East: Talk

With Lorna Oakes.

Sat 20th Dec

Iraq's Past Speaks To The Present: A Display Of Wo

The artists give a gallery talk in Arabic.

Wed 11th Feb-Fri 20th Feb

Exploring Drawing: Spring 2009: Workshop

Trevor Wood leads an art workshop inspired by the gallery's exhibitions.

Mon 2nd Feb

The Excavations At Babylon: Talk

With Michael Seymour.

Wed 25th Feb

An Enlightenment Life?: Philip Francis, The Empire

Linda Colley discusses the Irish intellectual.

Thu 22nd Jan

Degas And Near Eastern Antiquities In 19th-Century

With Philippa Kaina.

Thu 19th Feb

Coinage In Hellenistic Babylon: Talk

With Amelia Dowler.

Fri 23rd Jan

Building Babylon

A selection of Babylonian-themed activities.

Mon 16th Feb-Fri 20th Feb

Babylon Late

A series on Babylonian-themed activities, including music, dance and workshops.

Fri 27th Feb

Written In The Stars: The Scientific Legacy Of Bab

Eleanor Robson discusses the science of Babylon.

Thu 5th Feb

A Taste Of Assyria

A celebration of Assyrian culture.

Thu 19th Feb

The Sounion Kouroi And Their Meaning: Talk

Aliki Moustaka discusses the standing male figures.

Fri 13th Feb

Marc Quinn In Conversation With Will Self: Talk

The artist discusses his latest piece of work, Siren, a solid gold statue of Kate Moss.

Fri 16th Jan

From Jerusalem To Babylon: New Thoughts On The Bab

Irving Finkel discusses the Jewish exile.

Thu 26th Feb

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