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St Paul’s long shadow over Occupy London
St Paul’s remains occupied and the protest is a moving, peaceful affair. Surprisingly small the tents are clustered to one side of the Cathedral leaving the entrances and steps fully accessible. Having worked for years in the shadow of St … Continue reading
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Tagged Giles Fraser, Occupy London, Occupy London Stock Exchange, Occupy Protest, Paternostre Square, St Paul's
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Death and The Maiden @ The Harold Pinter Theatre 3*
In 1991 London hosted the world première of Death and The Maiden so twenty years on it’s fitting that this be the inaugural play at the theatre named for its champion, Harold Pinter. Alex Dorfman’s tale of government atrocities against activists explores … Continue reading
“Saved” @The Lyric – 4*
An edited version of this review has appeared on London24 and MyVillage Brace yourself for one hell of a ride. Banned, prosecuted and vilified when premiered in the ‘60s Edward Bond’s “Saved”, is the first previously-banned production to leave me short of … Continue reading
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This Week’s Nibbles
Get ready for the week that is Frieze by kicking off a day early with the excellent East Pop exhibit re-homed from 12-18 Oct at London’s Red Gallery. And for hard-hitting drama check out doomed love and star-crossed politics in “Mixed Marriage“.
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Mixed Marriage @ Finborough Theatre – Star Crossed Lovers & Political Strife – 3.5*
An edited version of this review has appeared on London24 A full century since it was first staged in Dublin Mixed Marriage, centred on a Protestant family in Belfast, resonates as clearly as any modern day socio-political drama. The script and … Continue reading
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Tagged Christopher Brandon, Damien Hannaway, Daragh O'Malley, Finborough Theatre, Fiona Victory, Joel Ormsby, Mixed Marriage, Nora-Jane Noone, Sam Yates
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Summer setting on Portobello Pop Up Cinema
Tucked beneath the Westway this Pop-Up cinema will never be the first word in luxury and comfort but excels at ingenuity, and community spirit. The programmes of films screened outdoor are thoughtfully chosen, many evenings held in support of a … Continue reading
East Pop West: An Art Story 4*
As the Frieze Art Fair arrives in London this moving showcase re-opens as “East Pop Red“. Catch it while you can: 12-18 Oct. The Shoreditch/East-end art scene has decamped for a few days to West London. East Pop is a … Continue reading
This Week’s Nibbles
In honour of London Design Festival I’m all about the art and installations this week. In particular I’m looking forward to the “multi-dimentional” “This is… Circus” this Wednesday in Kingly St W1 hosted by Jodie Harsh. There is also the … Continue reading
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This Week’s Nibbles
It’s all under-way, London Fashion Week is ending as London Design Festival kicks off with loads to see and do. Also ending this Saturday is Colours of Africa – an art exhibit not to be missed for those that give a damn. … Continue reading
“Colours of Africa”: It takes an art auction…. 3.5*
An edited version of this review has appeared on MyVillage.com An inspiring and moving art collection sees the Tabernacle’s boutique gallery plastered floor to ceiling with colourful sketches and painting. These disarming works are unique, refreshing and offer an uncontrived … Continue reading
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Tagged Colours of Africa, Jennifer Cavanagh, London, Masindi, Redearth education, Tabernacle, Uganda
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