Music

Despite many of London's iconic music venues closing in recent years, there are still plenty of places to visit; artists range from small unsigned acts to international superstars. This section gives an overview of where to look for some musical treats, from the wondrous Royal Albert Hall, the magnificent O2 and the fantastic Vortex, East London's answer to Ronnie Scott's.

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Tom HunterThe Paper Cinema’s Odyssey at Battersea Arts Centre
I would like to tell you about one of my favourite theatre companies that I have previously travelled all the way to Dorset to see! Paper Cinema is a wonderful combination of puppetry, toy theatre, live animation, entrancing music, intrigue and complete absorption in a… Read More

Floridita

Floridita

More than 150 years ago in the city of Havana, Cuba, the original El Floridita first opened its doors and it swiftly became the most famous bar in the Caribbean. Since that time, El Floridita has been frequented by distinguished visitors to Cuba, ranging from artists…
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The Dollhouse

The Dollhouse

The 16th of September 2011 sees the birth of "The Dollhouse". Set in one of the quirkiest buildings in London's square mile, amidst the hustle and bustle of the world's financial hub, this converted Victorian bathhouse has attracted an array of revellers (Prince Harry…
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The Conservatoire

The Conservatoire

The Conservatoire is an open-access community arts and music centre for all ages and levels of ability, located in Blackheath, London. Founded in 1881, they have operated from their purpose-built Grade II-listed buildings on the edge of Blackheath Village since 1896. Over 1,400 students take lessons or courses…
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Trinity

Trinity

Trinity Laban is the UK’s only conservatoire of music and contemporary dance. Leaders in music and contemporary dance education, they also provide exciting opportunities for the public to encounter dance and music, and access arts health programmes. The unequalled expertise and experience of…
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Bold Tendencies

Bold Tendencies

Bold Tendencies is a non-profit summermtime sculpture project dedicated to showcasing new art by international artists. Held on the top four floors of a disused multi-storey car park in Peckham, South London with spectacular views across the city, Bold Tendencies is committed to supporting the…
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Royal Hospital Chelsea

Royal Hospital Chelsea

There are few institutions in the United Kingdom with an unbroken three centuries of service and none of them is so close to the heart of the nation as "The Men in Scarlet", the Chelsea Pensioners, and their home, the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Founded in 1682…
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Nomad

Nomad

Nomad runs a club night Thursday through to Sunday in collaboration with a range of promoters. A number of DJs and live acts, internationally well-known artists, label showcases and the most inspiring new talents within the electronic music scene have joined Nomad's team in…
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Guanabara

Guanabara

Guanabara is London’s largest Brazilian late night venue. The name Guanabara comes from the Tupi-Guarani language name for the famous bay in Rio de Janeiro, the gateway to Brazil and a home of blazing extremes.
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Passing Clouds

Passing Clouds

Passing Clouds is a collective of artists and musicians in the Dalston area with their own venue on Richmond Road with the best live music and parties in town. Passing Clouds hosts daily evening events that consist of film screenings, talks and gatherings in collaboration…
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Kenwood House

Kenwood House

Set in beautiful landscaped parkland in the midst of Hampstead Heath, Kenwood House is one of the most magnificent visitor attractions in London. This elegant villa, remodelled by Robert Adam in the 18th century, houses a superb collection of paintings, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer,…
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