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Gemma Weekes: Author Event
The singer and poet promotes her debut book, Love Me.
Thu 22nd Jan
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Showgirls: Talk
Andrea Stuart discusses the history of the showgirl, interspersed with live performances.
Mon 2nd Mar
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Jonny Steinberg: Talk
The author discusses his time in South Africa exploring the AIDS epidemic and cultural divide.
Thu 15th Jan
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Simon Reid-Henry: Author Event
The author promotes his latest book, Fidel and Che, which explores the firendship between Fidel Cast
Wed 14th Jan
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Jill Dawson: Author Event
The author promotes her latest book, The Great Lover.
Thu 5th Mar
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Step Back In Time: Home Front Activity
Meet a costumed air raid warden and learn about rationing and buying food with coupons.
Tue 17th Feb
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Step Back In Time: Evacuees Experience: Workshop
Experience what school was like in 1939; make a gas mask case, write with a quill and ink and take p
Mon 16th Feb-Wed 18th Feb
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St David's Day: Workshop
Make a dragon.
Sat 28th Feb-Sun 1st Mar
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Society Of Friends Lecture
By former Vulcan test pilot Tony Blackman.
Wed 25th Mar
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Love In The Forces: Workshop
Explore the collection of sweetheart brooches from the First and Second World War and make one to ta
Sat 14th Feb-Sun 15th Feb
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Commonwealth Day: Workshop
Make a flag to take home.
Sat 7th Mar-Sun 8th Mar
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Slavoj Zizek: Talk
An informative discussion about the current economic meltdown.
Mon 9th Mar
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Iain Sinclair: Author Event
The author promotes his latest book, Hackney, That Rose-Red Empire.
Tue 17th Mar
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Shape Of The Dance: Talk
Readings and discussions inspired by Michael Donaghy's work.
Sat 14th Mar
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The LS Lowry Debate
Broadcaster Howard Jacobson and art critic Brian Sewell discuss the work of the painter.
Sun 1st Feb
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Kate Grenville: Author Event
The author discusses her latest novel, The Lieutenant, which explores 18th century Australia.
Tue 3rd Feb
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Martin Espada And Omar Perez
The Latin American writers discuss the connection between poetry and revolution.
Tue 31st Mar
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Leee Black Childers: Talk
The photographer and former assistant of Andy Warhol discusses his life and career.
Fri 30th Jan
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Bareback Mountain: Talk
Journalist Karl Riley, Tim Teeman and Paul Burston join a panel discussion about the rise of pornogr
Fri 13th Feb
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April Ashley: Talk
One of England's first transsexuals discusses her life and career as a Paris showgirl.
Wed 18th Feb
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50 Magazines: Poetry Library Digitization Celebrat
Saison Poetry Library celebrates reaching 50 online magazines.
Thu 29th Jan
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Sushi Demonstration
An exploration of Japanese cuisine.
Mon 12th Jan
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TS Eliot Prize Preview: Talk
An informal discussion and question and answer session about the collections nominated for the 2009
Sun 11th Jan
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Kamila Shamsie: Author Event
The author promotes her latest novel, Burnt Shadows.
Wed 18th Mar
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Ruth Padel: Author Event
The author promotes her latest poetry collection, Darwin: A Life in Poems.
Wed 18th Feb
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Michael Bywater, David Goldblatt And Kirsty Gunn:
A themed discussion exploring the role of fathers.
Mon 2nd Feb
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Anne Perry: Author Event
The author discusses her writing career.
Tue 20th Jan
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An Evening With Ricky Hatton
Thu 15th Jan
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Lorna Simpson Talking Art
Writer Alison Green interviews the artist about her subtle juxtaposition between text and image.
Sat 7th Mar
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Anri Sala Talking Art
Writer Sally O'Reilly interviews the artist and discusses her video installations.
Sat 9th May
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Rodchenko And Popova Defining Constructivism: Talk
Explore the work of two significant Russian avant-garde artists as their practise developed from abs
Sat 14th Feb
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Pipilotti Rist Talking Art
The Swiss artist discusses her practise with reference to her award-winning video installations.
Sat 6th Jun
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Roni Horn In Conversation
The artist discusses her practise with Art Angel co-director James Lingwood and art historian Briony
Wed 25th Feb
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Constructivism And The Art Of Everyday Life
Discusse issues explored in the Rodchenko and Popova exhibition which primarily explores the relatio
Sat 28th Mar
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Art And Science Now The Two Cultures In Question:
Leading figures from the field of art, science and public policy explore the widening gap between ar
Sat 24th Jan
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Animation Breakdown: Study Day
An illustrated presentation and discussion exploring the relationship between animation and moving i
Sat 21st Mar
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Zones Of Conflict Transnational Communities: Talk
Discuss ways in which socially-engaged art practises have confronted globalisation's stateless subje
Sat 14th Feb
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Van Dyck And Britain Curator's Talk
Karen Hearn, curator of Van Dyck and Britain exhibition, discusses ways in which his work pioneered
Fri 27th Feb
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Post-Black Art Now: Talk
Thelma Golden discusses how her and Glenn Ligon pioneered the term post-black art.
Wed 11th Mar
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Conversation Pieces: Raimi Gbadamosi Race, Power A
The artist and theorist discusses ways in which art objects engage with the public and raise contemp
Thu 12th Mar
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Conversation Pieces: Susan Stockwell Transforming
The artist discusses her sculptures which are designed to transform everyday objects into decorative
Thu 5th Feb
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Close Up Talk
Blind and partially-sighted people explore the tactile fabrics in the Van Dyck exhibition and be ins
Tue 24th Feb
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Civilisation: The Nature Of Creativity: Talk
A panel discussion exploring the nature of creativity and the definition of artistic genius.
Sat 21st Feb
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Civilisation: The Art Object: Talk
A panel will debate the changing face of art apreciation
Sat 21st Mar
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Britishistory: Make It Up!
Invited artists and practitioners will examine aspects of fashion, music, sampling, and retro-techno
Wed 15th Apr-Thu 16th Apr
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Britishistory: Mix It Up!
Film director John Akomfrah and MC Soweto Kinch discuss the shape of British music.
Fri 27th Mar
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Britishistory: Talk It Up!
Discuss the effects of globalisation and multiculturalism on contemporary art with artists, writers
Thu 19th Feb
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BP Artist Talk: Vong Phaophanit
The artist discusses his installations which incorporate materials such as rubber, neon and lead.
Tue 3rd Mar
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Open Mic
An open mic session to showcase art, poetry, music and comedy.
Mon 12th Jan-Mon 19th Jan
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Spineless Fossil Treasures
Discover the palaeontology collection.
Tue 10th Feb
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Judy Preece: Natural Puppet Tales (Under 7s)
Judy and her puppets tell the stories The Three Little Pigs and Wolf Tales.
Sun 22nd Feb
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Nature News Review
Scientists answer natural history questions.
Fri 6th Feb
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Love In The Natural World
Find out about animals' mating habits.
Sat 14th Feb
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Explore: Darwin Centre
A behind-the-scenes tour of the zoology collection.
Tue 6th Jan-Thu 31st Dec
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Discover The 12 Chinese New Year Animals
Find out about the animal that corresponds with the year you were born.
Mon 16th Feb-Wed 18th Feb
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Caribbean Cooking
A cookery demonstration with a Jamaican chef alongside botanist Alex Monro.
Thu 19th Feb
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Butterfly Jungle
A living rainforest created in the east lawn of the museum featuring tropical butterflies from all o
Wed 1st Apr-Mon 31st Aug
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Model Engineering Show
Engines, models and real steam locomotives on display as well as remote controll flying displays and
Fri 16th Jan-Sun 18th Jan
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Family Day: Rapunzel Rapunzel
Animateur John Barber and students from the Royal Academy of Music host a selection of themed activi
Sat 21st Mar
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In Depth: London Lore At Bishopsgate Institute
An exploration of folklore and legends from London.
Sat 25th Apr
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Haydn Seek
A selection of themed activities, including a performance from singer Kate Mapp.
Sat 28th Feb
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Annie: Sutton Theatre Company
The amateur group perform Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin's tale about little orph
Tue 31st Mar-Sat 4th Apr
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The Reconnaissance Corps, World War Two: Talk
With Richard Doherty.
Thu 19th Mar
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By Rail To Victory: The Story Of The Allied Milita
With Mike Hudson.
Thu 12th Mar
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Mutiny: 1745-1965: Talk
With Clive Bloom.
Thu 22nd Jan
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Man, Culture, War: Multiculturalism On The Western
With Dominiek Dendooven.
Thu 19th Feb
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Looking Heroism In The Face: Portraiture And Briti
With Jonathan Black.
Thu 5th Feb
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The Larks Ascending: The Royal Flying Corps, 1912-
With Simon Moody.
Thu 8th Jan
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The Greatest Escapers: Talk
With Adrian Gilbert.
Thu 12th Feb
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Eternal Quagmire: The British Experience In Afghan
With Dr EJ Yorke.
Thu 29th Jan
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Eight Lives Down: Bomb Disposal In Iraq: Talk
With Chris Hunter.
Thu 15th Jan
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A Cold War: Front-Line Operations In Bosnia Brigad
With Ben Barry.
Thu 5th Mar
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The Ceylon Kaffirs: Talk
With Dr Shihan De Silva.
Thu 26th Mar
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Black War: Terror In Van Diemen's Land: Talk
With Robert Fleming.
Thu 26th Feb
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Cabaret Confidential
A showcase of musical theatre songs.
Thu 8th Jan-Thu 5th Feb
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Natural Explorers: Animal, Vegetable Or Mineral: W
Games and activities based on everyday objects.
Tue 17th Feb-Thu 19th Feb
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Family Tour With Mr Horniman
An opportunity to meet the man himself for a special tour.
Tue 17th Feb-Thu 19th Feb
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Around The Fire: Zipang: Storytelling
Irish wordsmiths Kate Corkery and Zipang recount traditional tales.
Fri 13th Feb
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Van Dyck And The Portrait Tradition: George Freder
Peter Scott discusses the life and work of the artist.
Tue 10th Mar
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On The Street Where You Live: The Village Roundabo
Join Ian McInnes for a walk down Burbage Road to Herne Hill.
Sun 8th Feb
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Treasures Roadshow
Bring your antiques to be valued by Fergus Gambon, Lorraine Turner, Keith Penton and Michael Cowley.
Sat 21st Mar
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Van Dyck And The Portrait Tradition: John Singer S
Frank Woodgate explores the life and work of the 19th and early-20th century artist.
Tue 31st Mar
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Andrea Palladio: His Life And Legacy: Talk
An illustrated discussion of the Royal Accademy show on the Architects' Architect focusing on Pallad
Thu 26th Mar
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Islamic Arts From Spain (711-1492): Talk
Dr Mariam Rosser Owen explores the art and architecture of Islamic Spain including the age of Umayya
Wed 4th Mar
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Hidden Gems: A Tour Of The Gallery Furniture: Talk
Eleanor Tollfree considers the history and importance of the furniture at Dulwich Picture Gallery.
Sat 7th Feb
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Van Dyck And The Portrait Tradition: Gwen And Augu
Linda Smith explores the lives and works of the artists.
Tue 17th Mar
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Islamic Art: The Arts Of The Abbasids, The Caliphs
Dr Anna Contadini from the University Of London explores Islamic geometric designs and decorative ca
Wed 25th Feb
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Van Dyck And The Portrait Tradition: Sir Anthony V
Frank Woodgate explores the life and work of the well-established 17th-centruy artist.
Tue 24th Feb
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Islamic Art: Shah Abbas: The Remaking Of Iran (158
Dr Sheila Canby, Curator Of Islamic Art And Antiquities at the British Museum discusses how Abbas's
Wed 25th Mar
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Valentine's Dinner
A three course meal in what was home to Sir Winston Churchill.
Sat 14th Feb
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Annual Architecture Lecture: What Is Sustainable A
An illustrated talk by George Ferguson, past president of the Royal Institute of British Architects
Wed 18th Feb
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The Hidden Fairy
Violinist Philippe Graffin presents a blend of stories and music by Mozart, Saint-Saens and Ridout.
Sun 8th Feb
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Chamber Tots: Workshop (Ages 2-5)
A music workshop.
Wed 11th Feb-Tue 17th Mar
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Artists In Conversation
Composer Kurt Schwertsik, Scottish Ensemble's Jonathan Morton and percussionist, Colin Currie discus
Wed 11th Feb
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Richard Hammond: Author Event
The popular television presenter signs copies of his latest children's books from the Blast Lab seri
Wed 7th Jan
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Historical Fiction Panel: Talk
The the historical fiction authors Saul David, Robyn Young and Justin Kerr-Smiley.
Wed 18th Mar
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Denise Heywood: Author Event
Meet the journalist and fellow of the Royal Geographical Society as she signs copies of Cambodian Da
Tue 31st Mar
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Lucy Beresford, Jeremy Vine: Author Event
Meet the psychotherapist and media commentator as she reads from her novel, Something I'm Not, with
Wed 25th Mar
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Leslie Klinger: Author Event
The author discusses Bram Stoker's novel Dracula with illustrator James Pyman with readings and dram
Wed 14th Jan
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Talking Shop
Advice for recent graduates and artists in the early stages of their career.
Thu 22nd Jan
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Leslie Hill And Helen Paris: Curious: Talk
The guest speaking artists discuss their practice.
Sat 24th Jan
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Jem Finer: Talk
The guest speaker discusses the influences that inspire him to make films, take photographs, form ba
Sat 21st Feb
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The Penguin Club
A chance for younger children to try their hand at ice skating with specially trained instructors.
Sat 10th Jan-Sun 25th Jan
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Flights Of Fancy
Take an interactive tour of Flight Gallery and learn more about the history of flying.
Sat 10th Jan-Sun 1st Feb
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Moral Relativism: Talk
Steven Lukes discusses the issues of global morality and if there is any common ground.
Thu 15th Jan
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Chico Mendes Legacy: The Role Of The Arts In Envir
A discussion with Elenira Mendes, Jonathan Dove, Charlie Kronick and Dame Vivienne Westwood about ho
Tue 13th Jan
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writLOUD
Author Julia Bell discusses her novels, including Massive and Dirty Work and reads from her latest w
Mon 12th Jan
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TS Eliot Prize Readings: Poetry Readings
Readings of extracts from the shortlisted poets work, including Moniza Alvi, Ciaran Carson, Robert C
Sun 11th Jan
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Raw Food Detox
Nadia Brydon shows how to make soups, smoothies and salad dressings to start the New Year's detox.
Wed 14th Jan
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Playreadings, Monologues & Talks
With leading actors and accademics on the theme of 'The battle for the Vote'.
Sat 10th Jan
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Thinking Like A Social Scientist: Lecture
Professor Janet Hartley discusses the work of social scientists and the solutions they propose for a
Wed 14th Jan
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The Stamp Memorial Lecture: Talk
Dr Ben S Bernanke, the Chairman of the Federal Reserve System delivers the annual lecture.
Tue 13th Jan
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Declining Hegemon? The United States In A World Of
Professors Michael Cox and Danny Quah discuss the impact of the global economic crisis will have on
Fri 16th Jan
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David Pleat And Ronny Rosenthal: Talk
Former Israeli international footballer Ronny Rosenthal and former football manager, TV commentator
Thu 15th Jan
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MakeArt (Over 12s)
Art sessions for youngsters.
Mon 12th Jan-Mon 30th Mar
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MakeArt (Ages 7-11)
Art sessions for youngsters.
Tue 13th Jan-Thu 2nd Apr
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ArtStart: (Ages 4-6)
An introduction to painting and 3D work.
Mon 12th Jan-Sat 4th Apr
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An Evening With Olga Chernysheva: Talk
The Russian artist discusses her work and how it relates to the context of today's Russia.
Tue 13th Jan
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Can Art Make Us Happy?: Talk
Artists Zoe Walker and Michael Pinsky, curator Nicolas Bourriaud and guests discuss with Claire Dohe
Wed 14th Jan
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Tree Frog Masks: Workshop (Over 3s)
Educational craft activities.
Mon 16th Feb-Wed 18th Feb
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Refugee Celebration Day
Music, dance and craft activities celebrating the diversity of London and the creative achievements
Sat 31st Jan
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Port Hole Pictures: Workshop (Over 3s)
Educational craft activities.
Thu 19th Feb-Fri 20th Feb
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Polish Paper Cutting: Workshop (Over 3s)
Educational craft activities.
Sat 21st Feb-Sat 28th Feb
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Science And Engineering Week: Make Your Own Bees N
Create a place for bees to live.
Sat 7th Mar
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Science And Engineering Week: Meet The Expert: Lea
Gardens Manager Gordon Lucas discusses the importance of compost in the Horniman Gardens.
Sat 14th Mar
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Hands On Toys: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle artefacts.
Sun 25th Jan-Sat 14th Feb
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Hands On Puppets: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle museum artefacts.
Sun 18th Jan-Sun 22nd Mar
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Hands On Music: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle museum artefacts.
Sat 17th Jan-Sun 1st Mar
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Hands On Masks: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle museum artefacts.
Sun 8th Feb-Sat 21st Mar
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Science And Engineering Week: Hands On Flying Anim
Learn how animals fly, glide and parachute and how mankind has designed machines based on these tech
Sat 14th Mar-Sun 15th Mar
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Hands On Costume: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle museum artefacts.
Sat 28th Feb-Sun 29th Mar
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Hands On Animals: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle museum artefacts.
Sat 10th Jan-Sun 15th Mar
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Science And Engineering Week: Meet The Expert: Fli
Natural History curator Paolo Viscardi discusses the adaptations required for flight.
Sat 14th Mar
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Feather Print Fun: Workshop (Over 3s)
Educational craft activities.
Sat 14th Mar
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Science And Engineering Week: Meet The Expert: Fal
Learn about and see birds of prey in this live falconry display.
Sun 8th Mar
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Faces In Fabric: Workshop
Contribute towards a textile hanging with the help of artist Judith Hope.
Sat 31st Jan-Sat 14th Feb
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Eco Kite-Making: Workshop
Educational arts and crafts.
Sat 7th Mar
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Discovery For All: Workshop
Explore thousands of objects from around the world.
Sat 17th Jan-Sat 14th Mar
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Chinese Lanterns: Workshop (Over 3s)
Themed crafts.
Sat 17th Jan-Sat 24th Jan
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Chinese Dragons: Workshop (Over 3s)
Themed crafts.
Sat 10th Jan
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Aquarium Mobiles: Workshop (Over 3s)
Themed crafts.
Sat 21st Mar-Sat 28th Mar
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Insight With Tariq Ali On Pakistan: Talk
The journalist and film-maker talks to writer and broadcaster Charles Glass about his book The Duel:
Tue 13th Jan
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Dinner Briefing: Threats, Response And Reconstruct
A discussion on the challenges facing Afghanistan with the BBC's International Development Correspon
Wed 14th Jan
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Wild West Arts & Crafts
Dress up and join the creative team for themed activities.
Thu 19th Feb
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Pirates & Mermaids with Creative Acts (Ages 5-8)
Entertainment from the creative team who entertain with a swashbuckling adventure.
Mon 16th Feb
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Lights, Camera, Action (Ages 5-8)
Join the creative arts team in a movie workshop.
Fri 20th Feb
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Bella Italia Cookery With Cookie Crumbles (Ages 4-
Learn how to make Italian food.
Wed 18th Feb
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The Animal Man Nick Spellman
Children are introduced to wide range of animals
Tue 17th Feb
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Friends Insight Lecture Series: Wildlife Photograp
Photographer Heather Angel discusses her work with reference to photos taken during a trip around re
Wed 4th Feb
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Friends Insight Lecture Series: Sports Photography
Observer sports photographer Eamonn McCabe discusses his career with reference to what it takes to c
Wed 11th Feb
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Portraits Without Faces: Workshop
Use drawings, paintings and personal images to create contemporary portaits with artist Vivian Pedle
Sun 18th Jan
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Portraiture: Taking Inspiration From Rembrandt: Wo
Examine portraiture techniques.
Sat 21st Feb
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Friends Insight Lecture Series: A Memorable Photog
Experts from the field discuss their work with reference to the use of images in the contemporary me
Wed 21st Jan
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Life Drawing Taster: Workshop
Experiment with a variety of materials with artist Luke Jones.
Sun 15th Feb
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Easter Egg Trail (Ages 3-7)
Make Easter crafts.
Sun 5th Apr
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Friends Insight Lecture Series: Current Fashion Ph
Penny Martin explores the changes and innovations that have taken place in the field of fashion sinc
Wed 28th Jan
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Challenging Academic Art: Impressionism And Post I
Explore the popular forms and styles of art practice featuring work by Monet, Renoir, Gauguin, Van G
Sat 24th Jan
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Japan's Middle East Security Policy: Theory And Ca
Author Yukiko Miyagi examines Japanese policy toward the Middle East security issues and its need to
Tue 27th Jan
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International Diplomacy Changes For Britain And Ja
The first seminar in a year-long series highlighting issues and concerns which dominate the internat
Wed 21st Jan
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The Guardian Interview With David Hare: Talk
The theatre, film and TV writer and director talks to Michael Billington about his career and the st
Tue 13th Jan
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Romeo And Juliet: Young Shakespeare Company (Ages
The youth theatre group performs Shakespeare's romantic tragedy about a love blossoming between memb
Tue 3rd Mar
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The Good Old Days
A variety show tribute to the 1940s, with music, dance, comedy and costumes.
Tue 10th Mar
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Best Of Britsh Mediumship: With Colin Fry & TJ Hig
Internationally acclaimed medium Colin Fry teams up with lighthearted medium TJ Higgs to present a s
Mon 27th Apr-Tue 28th Apr
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Circus Hilarious
Clive Webb and Danny Adams's family show featuring resident funny man Cousin Timoni, clown rock band
Sun 22nd Mar
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Chuckle Trek: The Lost Generation
The Chuckle Brothers are on a mission to save Earth from an alien robot colony in this latest advent
Thu 9th Apr
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Brainiac: Live
Sky One's multi award-winning show takes to the stage to showcase its fun scientific experiments.
Mon 9th Mar-Sat 21st Mar
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Anything Goes: Hillingdon Musical Society
Cole Porter's classic musical about the passengers and crew aboard a cruise ship.
Wed 18th Mar-Sat 21st Mar
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The Adventures Of Pinocchio
A stage adaptation of the classic children's tale by Carlo Collodi.
Sat 28th Feb
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The Playful And The Profound: Talk
Architectural curator, author and critic, Lucy Bullivant, discusses the work of Mexican artist Rafae
Tue 13th Jan
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Artist In Conversation: Jorg Widmann
Annette Morreau speaks to the artist.
Wed 28th Jan
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Chamber Tots: Workshop (Ages 3-5)
A musical workshop.
Thu 29th Jan-Wed 25th Feb
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Chamber Tots: Workshop (Ages 2-3)
A music workshop.
Thu 29th Jan-Wed 25th Feb
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Framing Reality: Talk
A panel discussion with artists Lamia Joreige and Oraib Toukan.
Fri 6th Mar
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Biennials And Triennials How, Why And Who For: Tal
Lewis Biggs leads an informative discussion.
Fri 20th Mar
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Altermodern: Tate Triennial 2009 Curator's Talk
Lizzie Carey-Thomas discusses Nicolas Bourriaud's concept of the Altermodern.
Fri 20th Feb
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Adam Nicholson On Van Dyck: Talk
A discussion about the artists relationship with his patrons, the Pembrokes of Wilton House.
Wed 18th Mar
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Hands On Chopsticks: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle rare artefacts.
Sat 24th Jan
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Hands On Africa: Workshop (Over 3s)
Handle rare artefacts.
Sun 11th Jan-Sat 21st Feb
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Rent: Ariel Company Theatre
Jonathan Larson's contemporary rock opera, inspired by Puccini's La Boheme.
Thu 5th Feb-Sat 7th Feb
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Marc Paul - Mind To Mind
A psychic show.
Sat 24th Jan
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Weaving Memories: Workshop
Weave with found objects, mementoes, yarn, raffia or string to create an original work of art.
Sat 14th Mar
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Glimpse Of India: Parcheesi Party: Workshop
Learn the rules and have a go at the national game of India.
Sat 7th Mar
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Glimpse Of India: Indian Bazaar: Workshop
Contribute to a large-scale Warli-style painting and a fabric wall hanging.
Sun 8th Mar
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East, West, Home: Workshop
Activities and workshops exploring the concept of home versus travel and make an accessory inspired
Sat 7th Feb-Sun 8th Feb
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Top To Toe: The Curators' Cut: Workshop
Tour the exhibition with Sarah Wood and Noreen Marshall, take part in an informative discussion and
Sat 31st Jan
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Yoga Weekend: Workshop
A relaxing weekend.
Sat 17th Jan-Sun 18th Jan
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Founder's Day
Featuring Bhavan's students and their teachers.
Sat 24th Jan-Sun 25th Jan
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The Producers: WWOS
Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan's comedy about a pair of producers who decide that creating a musical f
Wed 20th May-Sat 23rd May
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Bugsy Malone: Ravensbourne Light Operatic Society
The popular children's gangster musical.
Wed 8th Apr-Sat 11th Apr
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Home And Away: Exhibition
Mixed-media work by local children aged 9-10.
Sat 10th Jan-Sun 29th Mar
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Burglar Bill: Pandora's Box Theatre
A stage production of Janet and Allen Ahlberg's children's tale, in which the thief steals a surpris
Sat 28th Mar
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Bollywood Dancing: Workshop
Learn the traditional Indian dance used in the films.
Mon 12th Jan-Mon 16th Mar
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Mickey's Magic Show
Illusionists Brad Ross and Alex Gonzalez join Mickey Mouse and other favourite Disney characters for
Fri 27th Mar-Sun 29th Mar
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Turning The Cat In The Pan: The Other Side Of Medi
Art historian Dr Malcolm Jones gives an insight into how folly, proverbs, insults, love and sexualit
Wed 14th Jan
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Suburban Modernity: Talk
Hosted by the Modern Interiors Research Centre at Kingston University.
Thu 19th Feb
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Undoing The Aesthetic Image: Talk
Four French philosophers and art historians examine critical debates about contemporary art.
Sat 24th Jan
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Painting Of The Month: Talk
A discussion about JMW Turner's painting, Forum Romanum, painted for architect John Soane.
Tue 6th Jan-Tue 31st Mar
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Anthony Van Dyck: The Image Of The Aristocrat: Tal
A two day discussion about the Flemish painter's work and the impact he had on British art and cultu
Thu 26th Mar-Fri 27th Mar
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Simon Critchley And Tom McCarthy: Tate Declaration
An examination of the ideology of authenticity within comtemporary culture.
Sat 17th Jan
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Collaborative Research: New Knowledge And New Chal
Tate Head Of Research Professor Nigel Llewellyn eamines collaboration between academia and the publi
Thu 26th Feb
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Art And Travel: Talk
Mike Marshall will be in conversation with curator David Falkner.
Wed 18th Mar
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Royal Courts Of Justice Tour
A behind the sceens guided tour of the Gothic Revival building which is not usually open to the publ
Mon 12th Jan
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Story Telling For Families
Families can develop an interest in stories and poetry with the help of local artists who will relat
Sat 24th Jan-Sat 21st Mar
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Sounds & Visions: Open-Mic Experience
Participants are invited to sing or recite poetry.
Fri 30th Jan
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In Conversation With Professor Paul Gilroy
To mark the anniversary of Martin Luther King's 80th birthday, Professor Gilroy talks about his work
Wed 21st Jan
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Broken English: Last Mango In Paris
A spoken word show with cautionary tales of life in modern day London encorporating music, drama and
Thu 26th Feb
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Katy Grannan: Talk
The exhibiting artist discusses her work with art historian Dr Catherine Grant.
Tue 27th Jan
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Hans Aarsman: From Ugly To Pretty And Back Again
The artist combines performance and discussion to illustrate beauty in photography.
Wed 21st Jan
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Gallery Talk: Catherine Lampert
The curator and writer discusses Y.Z Kami's work.
Thu 8th Jan
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Parkstead House Tour
A guided tour of the house which is not usually open to the public, with archivist Gilly King
Thu 8th Jan
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Success
Nick Drake's new play, directed by James Williams. Presented by Herts County Youth Theatre.
Fri 13th Mar-Sat 14th Mar
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Storytelling With Debbie Gutneratne
Traditional tales from Gutneratne.
Tue 17th Feb-Fri 20th Feb
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Crazy For You: Watford Operatic Society
George Gershwin's musical comedy, which follows the story of a New York banker who falls in love wit
Mon 20th Apr-Sat 25th Apr
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Billy Blister's Circus
Live music, circus acts, dance and theatre.
Sat 6th Jun
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The Producers: Dartford Amateur Operatic Society (
An amateur performance of Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan's comedy about a pair of producers who embark
Tue 21st Apr-Sat 25th Apr
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Sally Morgan: Psychic To The Stars
The psyhic medium from the show Sally Morgan Star Psyhic presents her live show, relaying the messag
Mon 6th Jul
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An Evening With Derek Acorah
An evening in the company of the spirit medium.
Mon 23rd Feb-Fri 1st May
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Wine, Nibbles & Talk: Picasso And The Demoiselles
Head of Education at the National Gallery, Colin Wiggins, discusses the role of women as subjects in
Fri 13th Mar
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Wine, Nibbles & Talk: He Was Only An Eye: Claud Mo
James Heard from National Gallery education looks at the career of one of the leading impressionist
Fri 24th Apr
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Wine, Nibbles & Talk: Antwerp: City Of Rubens And
James Heard from National Gallery Education looks at the work of artists from the great Flemish city
Fri 3rd Apr
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Wine, Nibbles & Talk: Carlo Crivelli's Annunciatio
Lecturer Richard Stemp discusses the meaning of Crivelli's popular painting, its relationship to pai
Fri 6th Mar
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The Sinister Side: How Left-Right Symbolism
Writer James Hall explores the ways in which left-right symbolism has influenced body language, stru
Wed 14th Jan
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Painting Landscapes: Workshop
Artisi Jo Lewis leads a series of one day courses starting with a discussion and drawing session in
Sat 28th Feb-Sat 25th Apr
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Michelangelo And The Sistine Chapel: Lecture
Critic Andrew Graham-Dixon talks about the celebrated fresco painting cycle and its structures and m
Wed 7th Jan
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The Paul Mellon Lectures: Pen And Pencil: Writing
Director of the Fitzwilliam museum at Cambridge, Duncan Robinson explores literature as an influence
Wed 21st Jan-Wed 18th Feb
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The Francis Haskell Lecture: Good Citizenship: Ven
Deborah Howard, a former pupil and life-long admirer of Haskells work discusses and develops some of
Mon 2nd Feb
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Drawing For Absolute Beginners: Workshop
Artist Gayna Pelham uses examples from the collection to show that everyone can draw.
Sat 31st Jan-Sat 14th Feb
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The Body Of Christ: Course
Lecturer Norman Coady discusses and analyses the ways in which different artists portray the adult C
Sat 7th Mar-Wed 25th Mar
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Beer & Food Tasting Evening
A three course dinner complimented by a variety of different ales with an after dinner speach by aut
Mon 2nd Feb
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The Lost Sword (Ages 2-6)
Big Pippin puppets present a tale about a little boy and his quest to find the King's lost sword.
Sat 17th Jan
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A Very Un-European Spirit: Dora Gordine And Her Sc
By exhibition co-curator Jonathan Black.
Wed 18th Mar
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Rejected Homeland: Dora Gordine And Estonian Artis
By Juta Kimavae, curator of sculpture at the KUMU Art Museum in Estonia.
Sat 18th Apr
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Masterpieces Of Oriental Art: Lectures By Dora Gor
By Alison Ohta.
Wed 25th Feb
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Dora Gordine And British Sculpture Between The War
By Peyton Skipwith.
Sat 7th Mar
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A Fascinating Experience: Sitting For Dora Gordine
By Maren Friedman.
Thu 12th Mar
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Beautiful Homes In Which Hospitality Can Be Given:
With exhibition curator Brenda Martin.
Thu 5th Mar
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Aladdin
Vivian directs a performance of Nigel Ellacott's version of the classic Arabian Nights tale, about a
Wed 7th Jan-Sat 24th Jan
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Macbeth Family: Workshops
An introduction to Shakespeare's dark tale of murder and revenge.
Wed 18th Feb-Sat 21st Feb
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Heidi: A Goat's Tale
Andrew Pollard's adaptation of the traditional Swiss tale, Heidi.
Tue 13th Jan-Sun 18th Jan
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James Davidson: Book Signing
The author talks about and signs copies of his book, The Greeks and Greek Love.
Thu 29th Jan
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Robert Rankin: Book Signing
Meet the author as he discusses and signs copies of his thirtieth novel.
Sat 17th Jan
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National Gardens Scheme Open Evening
Explore the grounds on a summer's evening.
Thu 7th May-Thu 4th Jun
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Demonstration Tour Of The Benton Fletcher Collecti
The Curator performs 18th and 19th Century music on the piano, harpsichords and spinets, and gives a
Thu 21st May-Thu 18th Jun
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Jean Moorcroft-Wilson: Book Signing
The author talks about and signs copies of her book, Isaac Rosenberg.
Sat 7th Feb
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Jean Fullerton: Book Signing
The author signs copies of her book, No Cure for Love.
Thu 8th Jan-Sat 17th Jan
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Sculpture Workshops
By Christy Symington.
Fri 13th Mar-Sat 14th Mar
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Poetry Workshops
Led by Claire Crowther.
Sat 21st Feb-Sat 28th Feb
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Cosmopolitan Stories
A symposium hosted by the research centre.
Wed 4th Mar
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Paths To Fame: Turner Watercolours From The Courta
By Catherine White.
Fri 9th Jan
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Curating The Art Museum: Wassily Kandinsky: Two Cr
By Katy Marcou.
Wed 7th Jan
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The Churchill Lecture Series: Iconic Relationships
Alison Holmes explores the last twety-five years of Anglo-American relations.
Thu 12th Mar
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The Churchill Lecture Series: Churchill's Wizards:
Writer and broadcaster Nicholas Rankin discusses his latest book.
Tue 10th Feb
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The Churchill Lecture Series: Churchill The Unsink
Professor Gary Sheffield examines Churchill's period of office as Minister of Munitions.
Tue 7th Apr
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Wedding Fair
With trade stalls and advice on co-ordinating your big day.
Sat 26th Sep-Sun 27th Sep
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Tree Treasure Trail
A guided walk around the garden uncovering the history of the estate's trees.
Thu 1st Oct-Thu 26th Nov
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Churchill Family Treasures: Treasure Tour
A tour of the house looking for the property's treasures relating to Sir Winston Churchill.
Wed 30th Sep
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Treasure Tour: Sir Winston's Paintings
Discover Sir Winston Churchill's paintings in this trail.
Wed 23rd Sep
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Treasure Tour: Gifts From The Great & Good
A themed trail looking for gifts given to Sir Winston Churchill.
Wed 16th Sep
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Treasure Tour: Sir Winston's 80th Birthday Gifts
Search for Sir Winston Churchill's 80th birthday presents in this themed trail.
Wed 9th Sep
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Spring Floral Demonstration & Lunch
Chelsea Flower Show gold medal winner Myra Lester demonstrates Easter flower arranging, followed by
Fri 3rd Apr-Sat 4th Apr
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Ramble & Roast March 2009
A walk through the estate woodland, followed by lunch.
Sun 8th Mar
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Ramble & Roast
A guided tour of the estate woodland followed by lunch.
Sun 22nd Feb
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Pudding Club
Sample a selection of modern and classic desserts.
Fri 26th Jun-Fri 20th Nov
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Plot To Plate: Harvest Day
A talk with the Head Gardener, plus the chance to harvest vegetables from the garden and see the che
Fri 25th Sep
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Plot To Plate Day: Talk
The Head Gardener with tips on how to grow your own food, plus plant seeds in the property garden an
Fri 29th May
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National Gardens Scheme Day
See the gardens as part of the National Gardens Scheme.
Wed 8th Jul
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Marvellous Minibeasts
A bugs and creepy-crawlie hunt.
Sat 14th Feb-Sun 22nd Feb
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Kitchen Garden Quest
A kitchen garden themed trail.
Sat 23rd May-Sun 31st May
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Jazz & Dinner
Enjoy a four-course meal accompanied by light jazz music and singing.
Sat 5th Dec
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Holly Hikes
A guided festive walk through the grounds of the property.
Wed 16th Dec
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Heritage Open Day
Explore the property free of charge.
Sat 12th Sep-Sun 13th Sep
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Hallowe'en Twilight Bat Trail
The head gardener leads a stroll around the garden to see bats in their natural habitat.
Wed 28th Oct-Fri 30th Oct
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Grow Your Own: Kitchen Garden Tour
Explore the kitchen garden and discover how to grow your own food.
Sat 23rd May-Sun 31st May
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Gardens, Plants, Trees & Poetry
A discussion about poetry and gardens, followed with a lunch.
Fri 6th Mar
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Floral Demonstration & Lunch
A floral art session followed by lunch.
Mon 28th Sep
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Floral Demonstration & Workshop
A creative floral workshop with Myra Lester.
Mon 20th Jul
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Floral Demonstration
Floral display demonstrations with Chelsea Flower Show gold medal winner Myra Lester.
Tue 9th Jun
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Fathers Day Luncheon
A traditional dinner to celebrate Fathers Day.
Sun 21st Jun
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Father Christmas
A chance to visit Father Christmas in his festive grotto.
Sat 12th Dec-Sun 13th Dec
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English Cheese & Wine Lecture Lunch
High Weald Dairy and Biddenden Vineyards discuss their wine and cheese products. Followed by lunch w
Fri 15th May
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Cream Tea & Historical Garden Tour
A guided tour of the grounds with the volunteer team, followed by a cream tea.
Mon 27th Jul
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Churchill's Sculptor
Lady Aurelia Young discusses her sculptor father's realtionship with the Prime Minister.
Fri 23rd Jan
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Christmas Pud & Mince Pie Demonstration
The Head Chef demonstrates how the property makes their Christmas puddings and mince pies follwed by
Fri 27th Nov
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Christmas Floral Demonstration
A demonstration of traditional and contemporary displays by award-winning designer Myra Lester, incl
Tue 8th Dec-Fri 18th Dec
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Children's Trail
Activities with a summer theme.
Fri 7th Aug-Fri 28th Aug
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Chartwell Christmas Market
Browse through a variety of stalls featuring festive gift ideas including a range of hand-made craft
Fri 4th Dec-Sun 6th Dec
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The Chartwell Bands & Boats Weekend
A picnic with live music, model boats, and children's craft activities.
Sat 13th Jun-Sun 14th Jun
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Caring For Our Treasures
A chance to see how the treasures of the property are cared for and get tips on how to care for your
Mon 2nd Nov-Tue 3rd Nov
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British Heroes Lecture Lunches
A discussion about the Battle of Quebec's 250th Anniversary.
Fri 4th Sep-Fri 18th Sep
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A Survivors Guide To The Recession: Talk
A guide for construction marketers and companies to surviving the current resession and turning thei
Wed 11th Feb
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Digtial Cities: Talk
Explore mapping, movement and planning methods as well as tracking & communicating techniques.
Thu 15th Jan
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Concrete Elegance: Education Buildings: Talk
Nic Crawley explores the use of concrete in the Westminster Academy in London and Charles Thomson fo
Wed 22nd Apr
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Concrete Elegance: Museums And Galleries: Talk
Anna Maria Indrio discusses her innovative use of concrete in the Darwin centre and John Proctor wil
Wed 4th Mar
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Windsocks: Workshop
Make a wind sock from tissue paper.
Sun 18th Jan
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Weather Vanes: Workshop
Use the Castle's weather vane as inspiration to make your own.
Sun 8th Feb
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Waterways: Workshop
Explore the hidden streams of Haringey and learn how they were used by locals to travel around the a
Sun 15th Feb
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Up, Up And Away: Workshop
Hear the story of parachutist Dolly Shephered and make a miniature hot-air balloon.
Fri 20th Feb
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Tree Houses: Workshop
Learn how to make a timber framed tudor house.
Sun 29th Mar
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A Tottenham Tragedy: The Outrage Of 1909: Talk
By museum curator Deborah Hedgecock.
Wed 28th Jan
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The Pharaoh's Tomb: Workshop
Learn how the Egyptians built the pyramids and make a model tomb for a mummy.
Sun 1st Mar
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Holocaust Memorial Day: Stand Up To Hatred: Talk
Nia Reynolds discusses black victims of the Holocaust with Morrris Beckman, founder of the 43 Group
Sun 25th Jan
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Snow Scenes: Workshop
Use chalk, cellophane and tissue paper to make festive snow flakes.
Sun 25th Jan
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The Sky's The Limit: Workshop
Build a model skyscraper inspired by the London skyline.
Sun 15th Mar
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Roman Ruins: Workshop
Examine Roman artefacts and be inspired to create a mosaic.
Sun 8th Mar
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Rain Clouds: Workshop
Learn about Luke Howard's weather experiments and make a weather mobile.
Sun 1st Feb
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Horse-Drawn Carriages: Workshop
Design your own horse-drawn carriage.
Sun 22nd Feb
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Bed Chambers And Dressing Rooms: Workshop
Design a fantasy home inspired by 17th and 18th-century plans of the castle.
Sun 22nd Mar
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All Abroad: Workshop
Learn about how steam power modernised the world and make a model to take home.
Wed 18th Feb
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Caroline Lawrence: Book Signing
The author talks about and signs copies of her latest book, The Prophet from Ephesus.
Sun 25th Jan
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Classics day
A day of talks and discussions about Ancient Greece and Rome.
Sat 7th Mar
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The British Museum 250 Years On
A lecture by The Director of the British Museum, Neil MacGregor, discusses the 250 years of the muse
Thu 15th Jan
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Tree Folklore: Headley Heath
Discover the folklore amd mythology associated with trees.
Sun 26th Apr
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Spring Walk
See the spring flowers and butterflies on this guided walk.
Sun 17th May
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Spring Flowers & Bluebells
A spring time flowers woodland tour.
Sat 9th May
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Family Fun Afternoon (Ages 4-11)
Family themed activities and games.
Thu 28th May
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Family Fun Morning (Ages 4-11)
Family themed activities and games.
Tue 26th May
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Downland Winter Tree & Shrub Indentification
Discover the trees and plants that grow in the chalk downland.
Sun 15th Feb
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Wildlife Discovery Day: Wildlife Discovery Club (A
Outdoor wildlife activities.
Tue 17th Feb-Tue 26th May
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Secondhand Book Sale
A vintage book sale in aid of Essex Wildlife Trust.
Sat 10th Jan-Sun 11th Jan
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May Day, Fairies & Green Men
With fairy games, nature trails and crafts.
Mon 4th May
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Family Nature Day: Feathered Friends
Wildlife and bird themed outdoor craft activities.
Thu 16th Apr
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Family Nature Day: Wild Art & Craft
A outdoor wildlife themed crafts session.
Wed 15th Apr
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Family Nature Day: Minibeast Afternoon
Outdoor insect themed activities.
Wed 15th Apr
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Family Nature Day: Step Into Spring
Outdoor spring themed wildlife activities.
Thu 9th Apr
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Family Nature Day: Pond-Dipping Afternoon
Search for water creatures in this pond-dipping session.
Wed 8th Apr
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Family Nature Day: Happy Mothers Day
Create a gift and card for your mum.
Sat 21st Mar
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Family Nature Day: Shelterbuilding Afternoon
Learn how to build a den.
Thu 19th Feb
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Family Nature Day: Exploring The Wildwoods
Outdoor woodland exploring activities plus craft sessions.
Wed 18th Feb
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Family Nature Day: Changing Seasons
Outdoor themed activities and crafts.
Wed 18th Feb
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Family Nature Day: Pond Dipping Morning
Outdoor pond-dipping activities.
Thu 28th May
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Easter Egg-Stravaganza
An Easter themed nature trail and craft activities.
Sun 12th Apr
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Dawn Chorus Walk
A tour around the park listening to early morning birdsong.
Sun 3rd May
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Conservation Club (Over 11s)
Be a conservation volunteer in the park. Bring a packed lunch.
Fri 20th Feb-Fri 29th May
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Bird Box Challenge
Make your own birdbox.
Sat 14th Feb
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Bedfords Park Visitor Centre Open Day
With crafts and activities to celebrate the centre's 6th birthday.
Sun 7th Jun
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Bat Evening
A tour of the park and a discussion about the nocturnal mammals.
Sat 25th Apr
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Sooty In Space
Join Sooty and the rest on a space adventure and keep and eye out for 3 legged martians.
Sun 22nd Feb-Sat 9th May
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Treasure Hunt & Teddy Bears Picnic (Ages4-7)
Games, activities and a picnic with a favourite bear.
Fri 10th Apr-Sat 11th Apr
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One Family Uncorked: Artist's Talk
Varid Kahana discusses her photographic career and the works in her exhibition.
Thu 15th Jan
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Oh What A Lovely War: The Compton School
A thought-provoking production set during the First World War in which an MC takes the audience thro
Wed 21st Jan-Thu 22nd Jan
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Kidz Take Control
A fundraising performance from Dance Troupe UK celebrating some of Britain's brightest young talent.
Sat 14th Mar
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Fame The Musical: High School Of Performing Arts
An adaptation of the popular musical film.
Wed 18th Mar-Sat 21st Mar
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Ashok Sukumaran and Shaina Anand: Talk
The artists discuss their work.
Sat 21st Feb
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Karen Mirza: Talk
The artist and curator discusses their work.
Sat 10th Jan
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Idris Khan: Talk
The artist discusses their work.
Sat 14th Feb
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Farah Rahim Ismail: Talk
An informative discussion with the specialist in contemporary Indian art at Christie's.
Sat 7th Feb
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Leila Hasham: Talk
The Assistant Curator of the Serpentine Gallery offers her insight.
Sat 24th Jan
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Mukul Deora And Shezad Dawood: Talk
The artists discuss their work.
Sat 17th Jan
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Deepak Ananth: Talk
The curator offers his insight.
Sat 31st Jan
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Twelfth Night: Putney Theatre Company
An adaptation of the bittersweet comedy by William Shakespeare.
Tue 28th Apr-Sat 2nd May
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Space Up Your Life: Baked Bean Theatre Company
A sci-fi tale set in the year 2217 following the mysterious kidnapping of Head of the Intergalactic
Tue 21st Jul-Thu 23rd Jul
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The Memory Of Water
Shelagh Stephenson's tale of three sisters who return home for their mother's funeral.
Tue 19th May-Sat 23rd May
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The Jungle Book: Group 64 (Ages 7-11)
A re-telling of Rudyard Kipling's tale adapted by Stuart Paterson sees the boy Mowgli growing up in
Fri 6th Mar-Sat 7th Mar
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Festen (The Celebration): Putney Theatre Company
David Eldridge's black comedy sees the 60th birthday party of a wealthy restaurateur overshadowed by
Tue 23rd Jun-Sat 27th Jun
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Company: PLOS Theatre Company
An intellectual musical based on married, divorced and soon to be married couples and one man's stru
Tue 5th May-Sat 9th May
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Chatroom/After Juliet: Group 64
A double bill featuring a dark comedy set in an onlin chat room and a drama set after the events of
Thu 2nd Apr-Sat 4th Apr
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Alice In Wonderland
An adaptation based on the Disney version of Lewis Caroll's tale about a young girl who takes a magi
Tue 14th Jul-Sat 18th Jul
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Across Oka: Putney Theatre Company
Robert Holman's tale about two teenagers from Russian and English backgrounds directed by Perry Kitc
Tue 24th Feb-Sat 28th Feb
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