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"Somewhere Else" London: Guided Walk
Encounter yellow-brick, cockney streets rarely seen by visitors.
Sat 22nd Nov-Tue 29th Dec
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15 Years Of DIVA Magazine: Talk
Jane Czyzselska and Louise Carolin, the editor and deputy editor of DIVA magazine discuss with Stell
Thu 19th Feb
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18th-Century Portraits: Talk
With Sarah Ciacci.
Sat 24th Jan
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20th-Century Portraits: Talk
With Alison Kusner.
Sat 27th Dec
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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
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A Burst Of Colour!: Workshop
Taking inspiration from the gallery, create your own bright coloured painting.
Sat 24th Jan
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A Christmas Carol: Theatre Exchange (Over 4s)
Charles Dickens' festive ghost story.
Sat 20th Dec-Mon 22nd Dec
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A Concert For Winter
Schools and community groups perform songs celebrating the various different ethnic groups currently
Thu 11th Dec
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A Dead Soldier: Talk
Exploring the meaning of the 17th-century painting.
Wed 26th Nov
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A Different View: Workshop
Take inspiration from the artwork to create your own pieces of art.
Sat 17th Jan
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A Family Evening With The Stars: The Moon And Alma
An opportunity to view the night sky accompanied by activities and a planetarium show.
Sat 3rd Jan
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A Family Evening With The Stars: The Orion Nebula
An opportunity to view the night sky accompanied by activities and a planetarium show.
Sat 17th Jan-Sat 24th Jan
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A Family Evening With The Stars: Venus And Almach:
An opportunity to view the night sky accompanied by activities and a planetarium show.
Sat 17th Jan-Sat 24th Jan
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A Model Roman: Workshop (Over 5s)
Make your own Roman character.
Sun 23rd Nov
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A Modern Medici: Frank Pick, Patron Of The Arts: T
Head curator Oliver Green talks about Pick's visionary leadership and how he became a great patron o
Tue 3rd Feb
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A Nest Of Vipers (Over 7s)
A puppet making workshop related to Catherine Johnson's latest book.
Sat 29th Nov
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A Shaman's Chant And Ritual Sacrifice In The Apata
With S Blackburn.
Tue 9th Dec
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A Source Of Inspiration: Conversations With Britis
A panel discussion and reception celebrating 10 years of the British Library hosted by Radio 4's Sue
Tue 25th Nov
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A Taste Of Assyria
A celebration of Assyrian culture.
Thu 19th Feb
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A Winter's Tale: Workshop
Taking influence from the winter snow scenes, create your own snow shaker scene.
Sat 6th Dec
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Abbi Patrix And Friends: Storytelling (Over 12s)
Tales from the storyteller and percussionist.
Sat 29th Nov
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Abderrahmane Sissako In Conversation: Talk
The African film-maker discusses his career.
Sat 6th Dec
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Activity Backpacks
Visitors can choose one of six different themed backpacks with toys and games which encourage childr
Fri 21st Nov-Wed 31st Dec
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Adam Phillips: On Losing And Being Lost Again: Tal
Adam Phillips offers a rereading of Anna Freud's 1967 essay.
Tue 2nd Dec
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Adult Christmas Decoration Workshop
Gain advise and tips from the experts on making a wreath, garland or table decoration with foliage g
Fri 12th Dec-Sat 13th Dec
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Adventure Trail
Join a trail through the Barbican.
Sun 30th Nov
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Aeronautic Adventures In The Enlightenment
Discussion with Clare Brant.
Sat 29th Nov
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Akram Khan By Darvish Fakhr: Talk
By Sumi Ghose.
Tue 9th Dec
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Alastair Campbell: Talk
The former Director of Communications and Strategy for to the Prime Minister discusses his career w
Wed 26th Nov
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Albert Memorial Guided Tour
A guided tour of the famous monument.
Sun 7th Dec
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Alex Fynn: Book Signing
The author will be signing copies of his book, Arsenal: The Making Of A Modern Superclub.
Sat 29th Nov
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Alexei Sayle: Author Event
Thu 4th Dec
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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
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All That Sparkles: Jewellery In Portraits: Talk
By Lesley Rivett.
Tue 6th Jan
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All The World's A Stage: Workshop (Ages 5-11)
Sculptor Al Johnson helps you to build a model palace complete with a cast of characters.
Sun 14th Dec
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An Audience With Bob Harris
The veteran radio presenter discusses his life and work.
Fri 6th Feb
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An Audience With Jeni Barnett
The TV chef and presenter discusses her life and career.
Sat 29th Nov
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An Audience With Sally Morgan
An evening of entertainment with the British psychic and TV star.
Wed 28th Jan
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An Enlightenment Life?: Philip Francis, The Empire
Linda Colley discusses the Irish intellectual.
Thu 22nd Jan
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An Evening Of Mediumship With Tony Stockwell
The acclaimed medium displays his definitive way of communicating messages from the other side.
Mon 16th Mar
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An Evening With Andy Rouse: Talk
The wildlife photographer discusses his exploits in India photographing tigers.
Wed 25th Mar
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An Evening With Carol Vorderman
Baroness Susan Greenfield talks to the former Countdown star about her passion for engineering and m
Wed 21st Jan
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An Evening With Jimmy Greaves
The former England footballer and sports presenter talks about his life and signs merchandise at the
Tue 25th Nov
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An Evening With Private Eye
The editor of the satirical magazine, Ian Hislop takes an irreverent look about at events of 2008.
Mon 1st Dec
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An Evening With The Stars: The Moon And Albireo (O
See if you can locate the fifth brightest star in the constellation Cygnus.
Sat 6th Dec-Tue 9th Dec
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An Evening With The Stars: The Orion Nebula And Al
Spot the cloud of dust and gas in Orion's Belt with the largest telescope in the country.
Tue 13th Jan-Tue 27th Jan
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An Evening With The Stars: Uranus And Albireo (Ove
Gaze at the stars and see if you can spot Uranus.
Tue 2nd Dec-Tue 16th Dec
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An Evening With The Stars: Venus And Almach (Over
See if you can spot Venus, the brightest moving object in the sky next to the moon.
Tue 13th Jan-Tue 27th Jan
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An Evening With Tony Benn
Wed 14th Jan
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An Invitation To A Georgian Christmas With Mr Adam
Traditional festive celebrations featuring costume characters and a hot Christmas lunch.
Tue 25th Nov
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Ancient Egyptian Painting: Materials And Technique
With Janet Ambers and Rebecca Stacey.
Thu 4th Dec
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Animate London: The Pixelise The Population Projec
A mass pixelisation aiming to animate as many Londoners as possible.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Animation Station
Create and animate a character.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Annie Leibovitz Exhibition Tour
By James Hicks.
Sun 11th Jan
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Annie Leibovitz: A Photographer's Life, 1990-2005
Led by Sumi Ghose.
Thu 11th Dec
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Anthony Clayton: Book-Launch And Talk On The Folkl
The author will be launching and discussing his book.
Thu 27th Nov
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Antique And 20th Century Fair
A sale of antiques and collectables plus free valuations and a prize draw.
Sun 23rd Nov
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Apparitions, Alleyways & Ale: Guided Walk
Go on the trail of the headless woman of St James' Park and other city ghouls.
Mon 24th Nov-Mon 28th Dec
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Arabella Weir: Does My Bum Look Big In This?
The novelist and comedian promotes her latest book.
Wed 14th Jan
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Architecture Lectures: Le Savoier: Traditionalism
Gavin Stamp explores the architecure trends appearing between the two World Wars.
Tue 25th Nov
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Architecture Lectures: Modernism Explained: Alan P
Explore the origins of modern architecture.
Tue 2nd Dec
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Archive Tours 2008
An informative introduction to the archive with an experienced member of staff.
Thu 27th Nov
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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
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Argentine Tango Lessons
A chance for beginners and improvers to enjoy the passionate dance of Tango.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Art For All? The Public Response To Underground Po
Claire Dobin, co-curator of The Art of the Poster, talks about the diverse subject matter of the Und
Tue 24th Mar
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Art In 1908: Talk
David Lowe considers the development of modern art over a span of 100 years.
Sun 23rd Nov
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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
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Artist's Talk: Simon Patterson
The artist talks about his life, work and the use of the written word and symbols in communication a
Tue 9th Dec
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Artists Discussion With Romuald Hazoume: Talk
The creator of La Bouche Du Roi discusses his work.
Thu 4th Dec
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Arts And Crafts Fair
Local, national and international arts and crafts.
Sun 30th Nov-Sun 14th Dec
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Atma Singh: Book Launch
The author promotes his latest book, An Asian Century Manifesto: Global Political Economy Of The 21s
Tue 2nd Dec
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Auden Unparadised
Dr Seamus Perry from the University of Oxford discusses Auden's poetry and career.
Tue 25th Nov
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Award-Winning Photojournalist Cedric Gerbehaye Tal
An informative talk.
Thu 27th Nov
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Baa Moo Yellow Dog: Halfmoon Young People's Theatr
A surreal show following a young boy's exploration of an imaginary world.
Wed 4th Feb-Sat 28th Mar
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Babies And Carers Group (Ages 6-18 months)
Rhyming and soft play.
Mon 24th Nov-Mon 15th Dec
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Baby Bounce (Under 2s)
Songs and rhymes.
Wed 26th Nov
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Baby Loves Disco (Under 5s)
A disco for parents and young children.
Sat 20th Dec
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Babylon And Iraq's Archaeology Today: Talk
John Curtis discusses Saddam Hussain's restoration of Babylon.
Thu 29th Jan
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Babylon In Art And Culture: Talk
Michael Seymour discusses the ancient civilisation.
Thu 11th Dec
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Babylon Late
A series on Babylonian-themed activities, including music, dance and workshops.
Fri 27th Feb
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Babylon: Curator's Introduction: Talk
Michael Seymour gives an introduction to the exhibition.
Thu 11th Dec-Fri 6th Mar
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Babylon: Poetry And Music
Old and contemporary poetry featured alongside musical performances from various cultures.
Sat 29th Nov
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Babylonian Astronomy And Astrology: Talk
John Steele leads a lunchtime lecture.
Thu 4th Dec
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Bay
Sarah Tipple directs a work in progress.
Wed 1st Apr-Sat 4th Apr
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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
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Beautiful Block Printing: Workshop
Choose designs from the chintz exhibition and create artwork to display at home.
Sat 31st Jan
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Behind The Scene: Workshop (Ages 5-11)
Learn about portrait painting and make your own with the help of artist Thomas Gosebruch.
Sun 30th Nov-Sun 21st Dec
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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
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Between The Covers: Women's Magazines And Their Re
Academics including Margaret Beetam, Janice Cheddie, Alice Beard, Edwina Ehrman and Sue O'Sullivan e
Sat 22nd Nov
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Beyond A Joke: McAlpine School Of Dance
The dance school performs its annual showcase.
Sun 23rd Nov-Mon 24th Nov
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Bicycle Maintanenance
A qualified mechanic shares tips and skills on bicycle maintenance.
Thu 27th Nov
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Big Ideas Event: Football, Loyalty & Identity: Tal
Dave Boyle leads this discussion looking at the identity we associate with the beautiful game.
Tue 25th Nov
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Big School Musical 3!: Workshop (Ages 6-11)
Young people spend the morning rehearsing before a performance for friends and family.
Wed 24th Dec
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Bink And The Hairy Fairy: The People's Theatre Com
The People's Theatre Company performs a musical adventure.
Sat 14th Feb
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Bird Inside By Wendy Perriam: Talk
Perriam considers adult values as viewed by the young girl in this book.
Thu 27th Nov
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Birmingham Canals, Past And Present: Talk
With Eric Lewis.
Wed 7th Jan
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Black Hole Theatre: Caravan
When the carnival rolls into town, all hell breaks loose.
Fri 21st Nov-Wed 31st Dec
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Black Victims Of The Nazis
A talk exploring more about the From War To Windrush exhibition.
Sun 22nd Feb
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Blake In Lambeth: All That We See Is Vision
A multi-genre celebration of William Blake.
Sun 30th Nov
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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
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Blake In Lambeth: THe William Blake Congregation
A celebratory show of readings, songs and poetry, presented by Project Blake.
Fri 28th Nov
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Blonde Roots: Bernardine Evaristo In Conversation
Bernardine Evaristo reads from her slavery story.
Wed 3rd Dec
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Blood And Tears Walk: London's Horrible Past
Find out more about London's past.
Fri 21st Nov-Thu 31st Dec
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Boating In The 1950s And 1960s: Talk
Colin Scrivener recalls the many crafts used to enjoy the canals during that period.
Thu 5th Mar
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Bob Wilson: Life In The Beautiful Game: Book Signi
Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 29th Nov
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Bocca Aperta
A performance of seasonal music in a cappella style.
Thu 11th Dec
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Body, Space And Time: Talk
With Antony Gormley.
Thu 18th Dec
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Book Now Literature Festival 2008: Andrew Graham-D
The writer and broadcaster discusses his book Michelangelo And The Sistine Chapel.
Tue 25th Nov
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Book Now Literature Festival 2008: Jonathan Dimble
Thu 4th Dec
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Bookasaurus (Under 5s)
Follow a trail through the museum and find out facts about dinosaurs.
Fri 21st Nov-Wed 31st Dec
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Bookslam
Performance poetry from Malika Booker, Roger Robinson and music from TY.
Thu 27th Nov
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Boudica: Storytelling (Over 5s)
A selection of stories about the ruler of the Iceni tribe.
Sun 30th Nov
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Boxing Day Walk
A walk taking in the history and wildlife of the park. Meet at Roehampton Gate entrance.
Fri 26th Dec
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Breaking The Code: Garden Suburb Theatre
Hugh Whitemore's World War Two espionage story about the Enigma machine.
Thu 4th Dec-Sun 7th Dec
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Breaking The Silence
Margaret Young directs Stephen Poliakoff's drama, set following the Russian Revolution, about a man'
Sat 18th Apr-Sat 25th Apr
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Breaking The Speed Limit: Talk
Chris Bishop explores the intricacies of the silicon chip.
Sat 6th Dec
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Breathing Easy: Talk
An insight into the workings of the lungs and ways in which the environment around us can affect the
Tue 25th Nov
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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
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Brigid Berlin And Vincent Fremont: Talk
A rare public appearance of two significant members of Andy Warhol's entourage in which the pair dis
Mon 24th Nov
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Brilliant: Fevered Sleep (Ages 3-4)
A mixture of live music, movement, imagery and light exploring the world at night.
Fri 21st Nov-Sat 27th Dec
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Brilliant: Messy Play Workshop
A themed-workshop related to the performance.
Wed 26th Nov-Tue 23rd Dec
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Bruno Bear's Christmas Ding-Dong (ages 2-7)
A festive performance from Bruno Bear.
Sat 13th Dec
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Building Babylon
A selection of Babylonian-themed activities.
Mon 16th Feb-Fri 20th Feb
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Business Start Up 2008
The UK's largest exhibition for people starting and expanding a small business, make contacts, learn
Fri 28th Nov-Sat 29th Nov
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Camden History Society Talk
Dr. Ann Saunders explores 'An Album of Treasures - Photographs from the Collection of B.E.C. Howarth
Thu 11th Dec
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Can France Seduce The New European Union?: Talk
Political scientist professor Christian Lequesne discusses France's chances of regaining its leaders
Wed 26th Nov
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Canary Wharf Ice Rink
Outdoor ice skating sessions for all the family.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 22nd Feb
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Cancer Therapy From Within
A discussion about finding alternative cures for cancer, rather than chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Thu 15th Jan
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Carol Singing
The annual singing of festive songs in the palace courtyards and gardens, accompanied by silver band
Sat 20th Dec-Tue 23rd Dec
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Caterpillar Club
Wildlife fun and crafts.
Wed 26th Nov-Wed 17th Dec
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CBeebies Live!
Sat 20th Dec-Sun 21st Dec
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Charles Dickens and Islington: Guided Walk
Follow in the footsteps of the great writer with guide Peter Powell.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 26th Dec
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Charles I: King And Martyr: Talk
By Rab McGibbon.
Tue 25th Nov
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Children’s Faces: Talk
Catherine Reynolds, a specialist in 14th and 15th-century Netherlands paintings will explore the for
Wed 26th Nov
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Children's Story Time
Stories and activities.
Mon 24th Nov-Mon 6th Apr
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Children's Storytime: Elmer In The Snow: Elmer No.
Featuring the story by David Mckee.
Sat 29th Nov
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Children's Storytime: One Winter's Day
Featuring the story by M. Christina Butler.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Children's Workshops
Art activities.
Tue 17th Feb-Fri 28th Aug
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China After The Olympics: Talk
Chris Hughes, Athar Hussain, Chen Jian, Mark Leonard and Martin Jacques discuss if hosting the Olym
Tue 2nd Dec
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Chinese Bronze And Why It Is So Special: Study Ses
Carol Michaelson discusses the use of bronze in China.
Thu 12th Mar
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Chinese New Year
Participate in drop-in events to bring in the the Year Of The Ox, featuring creative workshops, musi
Sat 24th Jan
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Chinese Pop Divas: Their Stories And Songs
A performance in celebration of Chinese New Year.
Sun 25th Jan
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Chips With Everything: Talk
Chris Bishop discusses and demonstrates advances in new forms of technology.
Tue 9th Dec
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Choosing The Chintz Conference
Deborah Cohen and Dr Jane Hamlett explore gendered spaces in 19th-century homes.
Sat 7th Feb
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Christmas At Osterley Park
A look at what the house and park would have looked like during Christmas in the 18th century and Se
Sat 6th Dec-Sun 21st Dec
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Christmas Baubles: Workshop
Participants can create their own decorations in time for the festive season.
Sat 29th Nov
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Christmas Carol Concert
Traditional carols in a festive setting.
Thu 4th Dec-Thu 18th Dec
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Christmas Carol Performance
A festive carol performance and a chance to see the house decorated for Christmas.
Sat 20th Dec
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Christmas Carols
Carol singing, readings, mince pies and mulled wine.
Thu 18th Dec
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Christmas Carols And Songs
A festive selection of songs perfomed by local schools.
Mon 1st Dec-Fri 5th Dec
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Christmas Carols in the Stableyard
A festive afternoon at the park with carols in the stableyard.
Sun 7th Dec-Sun 21st Dec
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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
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Christmas Carousel
A seasonal family event with crafts, carols and visits to Santa.
Sun 7th Dec
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Christmas Cold Cures: Workshop
Learn about cures for the common cold from the past, present and future.
Wed 3rd Dec-Thu 18th Dec
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Christmas Connections: Talk
By Lesley Rivett.
Sat 20th Dec
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Christmas Craft Fair
Local stallholders with a variety of festive items for sale.
Sat 6th Dec-Sun 21st Dec
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Christmas Fair At Woodlands
A traditional family festive fair with carol singers, stalls selling seasonal goods and fresh produc
Sun 23rd Nov
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Christmas Floral Demonstration Lunch
Myra Lester demonstrates Christmas floral displays, followed by a two course lunch.
Fri 5th Dec-Tue 16th Dec
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Christmas Fun!: Workshop (Over 3s)
Festive crafts and songs.
Sat 6th Dec
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Christmas Greens Workshop
Use foliage and items from the garden to create traditional festive decorations.
Sat 13th Dec
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Christmas Grotto
Meet Santa and learn about how he plots his flight plan.
Sat 20th Dec-Tue 23rd Dec
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Christmas Highlights Quiz And Tour
By Lesley Rivett.
Sun 21st Dec
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Christmas Make And Do: Workshop
Make festive decorations.
Sat 29th Nov
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Christmas Party Night
A festive retro party night, featuring bands Back To The Eighties and Disco Inferno, playing all the
Sat 19th Dec
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Christmas Rhymetime (Under 5s)
With Father Christmas.
Fri 19th Dec
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Christmas Stories (Under 5s)
An interactive session.
Sat 20th Dec
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Christmas Story Puppets: Workshop (Over 4s)
A festive story, followed by a puppet making workshop.
Sat 6th Dec
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Christmas Storytime (Under 5s)
With Father Christmas.
Tue 16th Dec
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Christmas Through The Ages
A chance to find out about seasonal folklore of years gone by.
Fri 12th Dec
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Christmas Wreath Making: Workshop
Choose the morning or afternoon session to learn how to make a festive decoration. A light lunch wil
Tue 9th Dec
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Christmas Wreath Workshop
Make a Christmas Wreath with greenery from the estate for your front door. Includes coffee on arriva
Sun 7th Dec-Sun 21st Dec
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Christopher Bigsby On Arthur Miller
Bigsby discusses his professional and personal association with the 20th century playwright, to prom
Wed 10th Dec
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Cindy's Chelsea Braderie Fair
A street sale featuring local produce.
Sun 7th Dec
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Circumpolar Shamanism: Talk
Robert Storrie leads a gallery talk.
Fri 5th Dec
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City Christmas Fair
Visitors can browse the stalls of luxury goods, festive foods and stocking fillers, and take part in
Mon 1st Dec
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Clare Muireann Murphy: Winter's Tales: Storytellin
With the Arts Foundation Storytelling Award nominee.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Classic Aesthetics: An Introduction To The Philoso
Participants can explore ideas and key themes of art and discuss works in the collection in relation
Mon 24th Nov
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Claytime: Indefinite Articles (Ages 3-6)
An interactive play where the audience helps to create the story while getting the chance to be arti
Sat 21st Mar
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Clayton Littlewood At North Kensington Library: Ta
The columnist and BBC Radio host discusses his career.
Wed 26th Nov
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Clive, Claremont And Curry
A walk that looks at the changes made to the landscape by former owner, Lord Clive of India, followe
Tue 25th Nov
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Clocks And Watches: Time In Our Home And On Our Ha
David Thompson leads a gallery talk.
Wed 10th Dec
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Coinage In Hellenistic Babylon: Talk
With Amelia Dowler.
Fri 23rd Jan
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Cold War Culture
International conference covering art, design, culture and archictechture history.
Fri 21st Nov-Sat 22nd Nov
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Colourful Chintz: Workshop
Design wallpaper and wall hangings inspired by the exhibitions.
Tue 17th Feb-Fri 20th Feb
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Comica Comiket
A chance to meet and purchase items from self-publishing creators of comics and manga in a variety o
Sat 22nd Nov
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Concrete Elegance: Plasticity And Form: Talk
Guest speakers discuss the new building which will house archive material.
Wed 3rd Dec
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Consciousness Based Education: Talk
Tony Butcher and Charles Cunningham offer an informative discussion.
Thu 4th Dec
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Conservation Advice Clinics: Caring For Your Famil
A chance for visitors to learn techniques for caring for various aspects of a family archive.
Sat 6th Dec
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Conserving Egyptian Papyri: Talk
With Bridget Leach.
Fri 28th Nov
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Contemporary Aesthetics: An Introduction To The Ph
Mon 1st Jun-Mon 6th Jul
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Contemporary Portraits: Talk
By Alison Kusner.
Sat 3rd Jan
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Craft Activities
Free arts and craft activities.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 29th Nov
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Crafts Corner
Visitors can try their hand at traditional African crafts.
Sun 23rd Nov
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Crafty Nature: Evolution
Join the artists in Fossil Marine Reptiles and create a picture of our closest living relatives.
Sat 6th Dec-Sat 20th Dec
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Crash, Bang, Boom: Talk
Learn about a variety of simple chemical reactions taking place around us.
Fri 21st Nov
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Creative Encounters: Europe And The Arts Of The Is
With Fahmida Suleman.
Fri 21st Nov
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Cut And Paste: A Tour With The Curator: Talk
With Lutz Becker.
Sat 29th Nov
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Czech Style
A seminar that looks beyond the Eastern Bloc Style into the 1950s and 1960s.
Sat 6th Dec
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Dads Drop In: Story Time For Children And Dads
An informal session.
Sat 29th Nov-Sat 18th Apr
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Daedalus And Icarus: Post Show Talk
Mungu Theatre Company's creative team in conversation.
Thu 27th Nov
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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
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Dan Fox: Talk
The editor of Frieze, talks to Simon Martin about his work.
Sat 13th Dec
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Darwin and the Hawaiian Islands: If Only
Learn about the unusual forms of evolution that have taken place away from human interferance on the
Tue 16th Dec
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David Lloyd: Author Event
The illustrator promotes and signs copies of his work including his crime noir thriller, Kickback.
Sat 6th Dec
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David Lowe: Human Freedom And Divine Love: Talk
David Lowe explores our humanity and inhumanity.
Tue 16th Dec
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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
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David Walliams: Book Signing
The award-winning actor and comedian promotes his children's book, The Boy In The Dress.
Sat 29th Nov
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Degas And Near Eastern Antiquities In 19th-Century
With Philippa Kaina.
Thu 19th Feb
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Design And Make Your Own Wrapping Paper: Workshop
Creating festive wrapping paper using printing techniques.
Mon 22nd Dec
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Designing Change: Coins Of Elizabeth II: Talk
With Catherine Eagleton.
Tue 2nd Dec
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Diana Of Dobson's: Miller Centre Players
Miller Centre Players present Cecily Hamilton's Edwardian vignette.
Thu 23rd Apr-Sat 2nd May
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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
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Die Fledermaus: Wimbledon Light Opera Society
Strauss's operetta of intrigue, flirtation and desire in 19th-century Vienna.
Fri 21st Nov-Sat 22nd Nov
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Digital Intelligence: Talk
Chris Bishop explores new frontiers in computer science.
Wed 17th Dec
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Dippy Floor Puzzle (Under 7s)
A soft toy floor game for children to puzzle together the pieces of a diplodocus skeleton.
Fri 21st Nov-Wed 31st Dec
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Discovery Sessions For All: Workshop (Over 3s)
An informative handling session.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 13th Dec
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Dispersion: BSL Signed Gallery Talk
Curator Polly Staple gives a talk about the exhibition with BSL interpretation by Roger Beeson.
Thu 11th Dec
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DJ Wheelie Bag's Family Friendly Sundays
Family entertainment and competitions with pound shop prizes to the sounds of DJ Wheelie Bag's vinyl
Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 28th Dec
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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
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Domestic Delights: Workshop
A bag and tea towel making workshop inspired by Lucienne Day's work.
Sat 24th Jan
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Don't Let The Pigeon Stay Up Late!: Big Wooden Hor
Big Wooden Horse Theatre presents Mo Willems's lively show.
Sat 24th Jan
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Doomed Outsiders: Poets In The Public Imagination:
By Paul Ibell.
Sun 11th Jan
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Doug Allan And Huw Lewis-Jones
Award-winning BBC cameraman and photographer Allan and historian Lewis-Jones discuss the history and
Thu 11th Dec
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Down Under Live
Visitors contemplating visiting, studying or migrating to Australia and New Zealand will find all th
Sat 21st Mar-Sun 22nd Mar
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Dr Barnado: A Helping Hand: Storytelling (Over 5s)
An exploration of the life of the founder of children's charity Barnardos.
Sun 14th Dec
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Dr Iain Stewart: The Power Of Our Planet: Talk (Ag
An insight into the future of natural hazards.
Sat 13th Dec
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Drawing 2009: Biennial Fundraiser
An auction of art by new and established artists in aid of charity.
Wed 20th May
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Dream Home: Workshop (Under 5s)
Design a home.
Sun 7th Dec
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Drop In Design: The Emperors New Clothes
Design a cuff or collar inspired by the rich robes and fashions of the Russian Emperors.
Mon 29th Dec-Fri 2nd Jan
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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
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Durer And Martin: Two Approaches To Babylon
Hilary Williams leads a study session.
Fri 30th Jan
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Durer And The Apocalypse: Talk
With Giulia Bartrum.
Wed 3rd Dec
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Earth, Sea And Sky By Tim Emmett: Talk
Emmett talks about his adventures.
Thu 27th Nov
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Eccentric London: Guided Walk
West End's surprises include tales of acrobats and artists.
Fri 21st Nov-Fri 25th Dec
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Edward Barber And Jay Osgerby: Talking Design
The Jerwoood prize-winners discuss their work with Alice Rawsthorn, design critic for the Internatio
Fri 12th Dec
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Edward Boyle Memorial Lecture - Democratic Citizen
Stephen Coleman from Leeds University and Prospect Magazine editor James Crabtre debate the influenc
Mon 24th Nov
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Edwardian Portraits: Talk
By Lesley Rivett.
Sat 13th Dec
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Electric Landladies: Christmas Extravaganza
A festive blend of music and comedy.
Sat 6th Dec
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Elgar And Vaughan Williams Conference: Let Beauty
An informative discussion exploring the influences of literature and poetry on the musicians work.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 23rd Nov
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Eltham Palace Carol Concert
Listen to traditional carols and enjoy seasonla food in the Tudor Great Hall.
Wed 17th Dec
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Enchanted Woodland
Enjoy a walk through the illuminated gardens.
Fri 21st Nov-Sun 30th Nov
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Enuma Elish: The Babylonian Creation Myth
Mesopotamian storyteller Fran Hazelton tells the creation tale accompanied by musicians.
Thu 5th Mar
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Erotica 08
An event for the more adventurous adult with stunning performances, steamy experiences, sexy seminar
Fri 21st Nov-Sun 23rd Nov
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Esther Leslie: Talk
The Professor discusses animation and politics.
Mon 8th Dec
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Ethical Christmas Fair
Fair Trade and hand-crafted products from Latin America and around the world.
Thu 18th Dec
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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
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Evening With The Stars: The Moon And Almach (Over
Learn about the four star system in the constellation Andromeda.
Tue 6th Jan
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Excursions 2009
An event for group organisers offering assistance in planning holidays and visits.
Sat 17th Jan
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Exhibition Tour
Explore the exhibitions with Bruce Haines.
Sun 23rd Nov
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Exploits Of Ernest In Ireland: Talk
A detailed lecture from Neil Ardlige as well as an opportunity to do some Christmas shopping.
Thu 4th Dec
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Exploration, Propagation And Curation: Gertrude Be
Avril Maddrel discusses the women's travels in Arabia.
Thu 12th Feb
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Explorer Backpacks (Under 7s)
Navigate and explore the Museum's galleries.
Fri 21st Nov-Wed 31st Dec
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Exploring Drawing: Spring 2009: Workshop
Trevor Wood leads an art workshop inspired by the gallery's exhibitions.
Mon 2nd Feb
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Eynsford Concert Band
Seasonal songs and carols.
Sun 14th Dec
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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
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Family Art Workshops
Activities exploring the portraits in the collection. Recommended for over 5s.
Sat 17th Jan
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Family Christmas Carols
A festive concert with carols and songs for everyone to sing along to.
Sat 20th Dec
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Family Christmas Event
Lots of seasonal activities including carol singing, hand bells, craft stalls and mulled drinks.
Sun 7th Dec
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Family Christmas Performance
A chance to see the rooms dressed for Christmas with storytelling sessions, dancing, music and games
Sat 13th Dec-Sun 14th Dec
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Family Film Making
A chance to have a go at making a film.
Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 30th Nov
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Family Fun Day
A drop-in session with family activities and entertainment.
Sun 11th Jan
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Family Fun Day: Workshop
Mask making and drawing activities.
Sat 13th Dec-Sat 11th Apr
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Family Nature Day: Christmas Crafts
Seasonal craft day for all the family.
Sun 14th Dec
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Family Storytelling: Tales From The Galleries
Stories related to the exhibits and grounds.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 13th Dec
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Farewell To Christmas
Take part in festive carols and refreshments as part of the traditional burning of the holly and the
Tue 6th Jan
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Fascinating Aida
The 25th anniversary cabaret show of the multi award-winning comedy troupe.
Fri 6th Feb-Sat 21st Feb
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Fashioning The Tube: Posters And The New Consumer:
Emmanuelle Dirix, fashion historian discusses how early 20th century poster art developed to cater f
Tue 25th Nov
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Father Christmas At Chatwell
Visit Father Christmas in the festive grotto, followed by a performance of carol singers.
Sat 13th Dec-Sat 12th Dec
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Father Christmas Comes To Claremont
Seasonal activities and festive food and drink as the thatched cottage is transformed for Santa's vi
Sat 13th Dec
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Fear of the Unkown
A three day conference adressing the question can Gallery Interpretation help visitors learn about a
Fri 21st Nov
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Feeds, Talks And Dives
Listen to talks about the inhabitants of the tanks and watch the sharks being fed.
Fri 21st Nov-Wed 31st Dec
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Felt Animation Workshop
Make characters using felt.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Ferran Adria: Talk
The owner of elBulli, the restaurant voted best in the world four years in a row, discusses his care
Mon 24th Nov
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Festival Card Making: Workshop
Alison Reader shows how to make your own personalised Christmas card.
Sun 23rd Nov
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Festive & Geometric: Workshop
Make three dimensional collage shapes influenced by the Gallery paintings.
Sat 13th Dec
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Festive Fun: Workshop (Ages 5-7)
Storytelling, workshops and crafts.
Sat 13th Dec
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Festive Mice On A Christmas Pudding Cake: Workshop
A workshop on decorating a sponge cake.
Sat 20th Dec
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Festive Snowmen On A Snowball Cake: Workshop (Ages
A workshop on decorating a sponge cake.
Sat 20th Dec
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Film Evening: 'In The Studio'
An evening of short films introduced by museum curator Simon Murray and featuring artists Abram Game
Fri 27th Feb
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Film Wardrobe
A chance to try on costumes and have a picture taken while posing as a star.
Sat 29th Nov
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Financial Crisis And Your Future: Talk
Mark Chambers, the head of sales management for Man Investmentstalks about the effects the financial
Tue 2nd Dec
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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
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Find Your Festive Spirit
A traditional Victorian themed Christmas featuring carols by the Pegasus Singers.
Thu 4th Dec
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Flags And Streamers: Workshop
Make your own flags.
Wed 26th Nov
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Flipbooks
A chance to star in a flipbook.
Sat 29th Nov
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Folie A Deux: Bacon And Deleuze
Dr Simon O'Sullivan, Dr Darren Ambrose, Margarita Gluzberg and Andrew Conio discuss ways in which Ba
Sat 29th Nov
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Forensic Anthropology: The Reconstruction Of The T
Professor Christopher Greenwood and Silvana Turner from the Argentine Forensic Anthropology Team dis
Wed 26th Nov
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Forward Groove: The Radical History Of Jazz With C
The author discusses his book about the evolvement of jazz music.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Framing Spectatorship: Talk
With Ken Wilder.
Sun 7th Dec
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Free Family Fun Day
With storytelling, history themed activities, dressing in costumes, arts activities and games.
Sun 30th Nov
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Free Family Workshop: Back To Nature
Themed art and craft activities.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Free Family Workshop: The Natural World
Themed art and craft activities.
Sat 29th Nov
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Free Family Workshops
A chance for families to create a variety of items each on a special theme.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sat 29th Nov
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Friendship, Science And Enlightenment: Talk
Elizabeth Eger leads an informative discussion.
Sat 13th Dec
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From Enlightenment To Romanticism, c. 1780–18
British Museum staff are joined by guest speakers for informative discussions.
Sat 28th Mar
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From Jerusalem To Babylon: New Thoughts On The Bab
Irving Finkel discusses the Jewish exile.
Thu 26th Feb
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From Miss Appleyard's Awakening To Monstrous Regim
Drama exercises and performance exploring the highs and lows of feminist theatre with Joanna Ingham.
Sat 14th Feb-Sat 21st Feb
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From Rolling Stone To Vanity Fair: Leibovitz As Ph
By Anne Braybon.
Thu 15th Jan
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From Word To Image: Storyboarding And The Film-Mak
With Marcie Begleiter.
Wed 17th Dec
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Fun With Felt!: Workshop (Over 5s)
Make festive decorations.
Mon 22nd Dec
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Gabriel Piterberg: Author Event
The author discusses the shifts of ideology in Zionism in his book The Returns Of Zoinism.
Thu 27th Nov
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Gallery Character: Annie Darwin
Characters from history wander the galleries sharing their stories with all they meet.
Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 28th Dec
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Gallery Character: Charles Darwin
Characters from history wander the galleries sharing their stories with all they meet.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 21st Dec
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George And The Dragon: Garlic Theatre (Over 5s)
A production telling the tale of when George met the fiery dragon.
Sat 24th Jan
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George Orwell's Islington: Guided Walk
Local historian Peter Powell leads this walk through the Canonbury area, exploring the Islington of
Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 27th Dec
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Get It Loud In Libraries: Dan le Sac Vs Scroobius
Celebrate the English language with a host of hip hop, poetry and spoken words.
Sun 14th Dec
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Getting Ready For Christmas
The Salvation Army perform a seasonal carol concert.
Tue 25th Nov
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Ghost Tours
Hear spine-chilling stories of residents past and unsolved mysterious goings on in the palace, creep
Fri 21st Nov-Sun 28th Dec
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Giants Of Steam
A chance to see the beam engines in steam, learn about the working life of the Victorian pumping sta
Sat 29th Nov-Sun 30th Nov
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Gilded Pleasures: Workshop
Create a guilded masterpiece.
Sat 10th Jan
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Giles: Influences And Admirers: Talk
Anita O'Brien discusses the topic.
Wed 3rd Dec
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Glass Painting For Christmas: With Jill Nicholas:
Learn glass-painting techniques.
Tue 23rd Dec
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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
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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
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Graphotism
Create artwork using inspiration from graffiti and fashion.
Sat 29th Nov-Sun 30th Nov
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Gray's Antiques: Late Night Christmas Shopping
Featuring a Christmas themed antique fair, for all your festive gifts, with chamapagne and canapes.
Thu 4th Dec
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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
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Group Portraits And Conversation Pieces: Talk
By Marc Woodhead.
Sat 29th Nov
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Guide In A Hide
Families can discover more about the wildlife can be seen on the reserve, with an experienced birdwa
Tue 25th Nov-Thu 27th Nov
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Guided Walk: Art & Architecture
Learn more about Kensington's fascinating buildings and monuments.
Thu 27th Nov-Wed 11th Nov
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Guided Walk: Christmas Through The Ages
Enjoy a walk through the gardens looking at the seasonal folklore that has developed through the age
Fri 12th Dec
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Guys And Dolls Houses: Workshop (Ages 5-16)
Make a small house.
Sat 7th Feb
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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
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Halting The Global Decline In Amphibians: Reasearc
Discuss and learn about the current threats posing on amphibians, and potential solutions.
Fri 21st Nov
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Hampton Court Ice Rink
Sat 29th Nov-Sun 11th Jan
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Handa's Surprise: Little Angel Theatre (Over 2s)
Little Angel Theatre presents a stage adaptation of the book by Eileen Browne.
Sat 22nd Nov
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Handel House Singers: Georgian Christmas Carols
Traditional carols directed and accompanied by harpsichordist Laurence Cummings and the Linden Baroq
Sun 14th Dec
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Hands-On Nature: Evolution
Take a look at some interesting specimens with the science educators.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 28th Dec
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Happy Crispmas: Quentin Crisp Tribute
A celebration of the life of Quentin Crisp with talks, discussions, performance and dressing up.
Sat 13th Dec
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Hardeep Singh Kholi: Author Event
The author discusses themes explored in his novel, Indian Takeaway and takes questions from the audi
Thu 4th Dec
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Haringey Enterprise Week: Antiques Online: Worksho
Learn how to make a successful business out of auctioning antiques online.
Fri 21st Nov-Sun 23rd Nov
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Heath & Hampstead Society Walk: Trees Of The Heath
A tour of the trees with Jeremy Wright, member of the H&HS Sub-Committee.
Sun 7th Dec
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Heaven To Hell Backstage Tours
With an experienced stage manager.
Sat 13th Dec-Sat 14th Mar
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Hedgelaying And Planting
An introduction on how to plant hedges.
Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 23rd Nov
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Heidi: A Goat's Tale
Northern Broadsides presents Andrew Pollard's adaptation of Heidi.
Tue 13th Jan-Sun 18th Jan
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Henry VII: Talk
By Justin Nolan.
Tue 2nd Dec
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Henry VIII's Christmas
Experience what Hampton court would have been like at Christmas during the reign of Henry VIII.
Sat 27th Dec-Thu 1st Jan
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Henry VIII: Portrait Of A Tyrant?: Talk
With Justin Nolan.
Tue 20th Jan
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Here Be Dragons: Hand To Mouth Theatre
A whimsical interpretation of George And The Dragon using glove puppets and music.
Sat 14th Mar
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Highlights Of The Collection: Talk
By Sarah Ciacci.
Sun 7th Dec-Sun 18th Jan
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Historic Greenwich: Guided Walk
Stroll through the crooked lanes of the green village.
Sun 23rd Nov-Thu 31st Dec
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History Of Tooley's Boatyard, Banbury: Talk
With Matthew Armitage
Thu 4th Jun
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HIV/AIDS Season: Have We Seen The Worst: Talk
A discussion about the future treatments and control of HIV.
Mon 1st Dec
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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
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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
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Holiday Decorations Workshop (Over 8s)
Make a fabric hanging decoration based on German designs.
Sun 7th Dec
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Holiday Drop-In: The Winter Palace
Create a palace from snowflakes and icicles.
Sat 20th Dec-Sat 3rd Jan
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Home Sweet Home: Workshop (Over 3s)
Themed activities.
Tue 17th Feb-Fri 20th Feb
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Hoof! (Over 3s)
Niki McCretton presents a physical theatre and puppet show about a lonely pony whose owner becomes i
Sat 6th Dec
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How Free Is Our Speech?
Discussion, performance and film expressing the need for freedom of speech.
Wed 10th Dec
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How Long Is A Piece Of String: Oily Cart (Ages 2-6
Oily Cart presents an interactive and multi-sensory production extolling the virtues of string.
Sat 6th Dec-Sun 4th Jan
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How The Book When London Became An Island Came To
Robert Phillpotts discusses his account of the building of the Regent's Canal featured in his book.
Thu 2nd Jul
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How To Catch A Star (Ages 2-5)
A wordless performance using live music, based on Oliver Jeffers' picture book, about a boy who trie
Wed 26th Nov-Sat 28th Feb
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Howl At The Moon: Short Nights
A performance of seven themed plays from new writers.
Sun 30th Nov
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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
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Hyde Park Corner & Its Memorials: Tour
A tour of the memorials and the park.
Sun 23rd Nov-Sun 30th Nov
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