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Orange Tree Theatre – While The Sun Shines
On the eve of his wedding, the young Earl of Harpenden – Bobby to his friends – has offered his room to Joe, an American soldier he drunkenly met the night before. When Bobby’s fiancée Lady Elizabeth turns up, Joe makes a move, thinking she must be Bobby’s ex, the wonderful Mabel Crum. But a Free French lieutenant also has eyes for her... And to complicate matters, Bobby’s future father in law turns up too. London in the Blitz, and…
Riverside Studios, Hammersmith – Book Club
Literary conversations on the last thursday of each month. Go and meet like-minded book-loving souls to discuss books with affiliation to Riverside's heritage. In February there will be a discussion on The Buddah of Suburbia by Hanif Kureishi who once worked there and in March the set reading is The Handmaids Tale by Margaret Attwood who held book launches there and is one of Riverside's Heritage Icons. Please bring along your own copy of the book or ebook. Book your…
Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith – Sammy
Olivier Award-Winner Giles Terera (Hamilton) leads the cast of Sammy, the major new musical based on the life and career of legendary entertainer Sammy Davis Jr. At a young age Sammy set his sights on stardom and never looked back. From humble beginnings he shot to fame as a member of The Rat Pack and navigated the racial politics of 60s America to eventually become one of the great performers of the 20th century. Tickets range from £10 - £42 and…
The Arts Society Chiswick – Turner vs Constable: the great British paint-off
This is the story of the epic rivalry between the two giants of British art, J.M.W. Turner and John Constable. As unlike in background and temperament as their paintings were in style, these two creative geniuses transformed the art of landscape. This lecture sets them head-to-head and examines their differences, their similarities, their battles and their shared triumphs. But who will ultimately be crowned star painter? As well as giving an overview of Turner and Constable, the subject provides an enjoyable…
Chiswick House & Garden’s – The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present Macbeth
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, the UK’s premier all male theatre company-with direct links to the history of William Shakespeare-invite you to join them this summer for the breathless and brilliant tragedy, Macbeth. “By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.” Emerging victorious and decorated in war Macbeth receives a thrilling pronouncement from three weird sisters who prophesy he will one day be King of Scotland. Overcome by ambition and driven on by his powerful wife, Macbeth murders…
Chiswick School – Car Boot Sale
One of the most successful car boot sales in the South East, the Chiswick Car Boot sale offers a glorious serendipitous mix of stuff: clothes, plants, DVDs & CDs, books, furniture, toys, you name it. Most of it is second hand, some new, but there are some real bargains to be had. The sale is held on the first Sunday of the month, every month except January, at Chiswick School, Burlington Lane, London W4 3UN. Car entrance Staveley Road, pedestrian…
Addison Singers – Joint Anniversary Concert
The Addison Singers is a West London group of choirs formed more than 30 years ago. They have four choirs all of whom will be coming together for this Joint Anniversary concert. The 4 choirs are: The Oratorio Choir Oratorio Choir is a non-auditioned choir open to all singers who perform much of the standard repertoire, as well as a wide range of new and more recent music, including several works written especially for them. The Chamber Choir The Addison…
Chiswick House & Gardens – Giffords Circus
Join Giffords Circus for The Hooley in 2020 at Chiswick House & Gardens as they celebrate their 20th anniversary! Since opening in 2000 Giffords Circus have entertained over a million people with their captivating and magical shows. Make sure you’re following Giffords Circus on social media for regular updates to see what they’re up to behind the scenes. The Hooley opens at Chiswick House & Gardens on 25th June until 13th July 2020. The show will be touring other locations…