Thursday, 2 September 2010

The Alchemist

The Alchemist is one classic tale whose ideas everyone likes to indulge in now and again. Well the Hoxton Hall has clasped Ben Jonson's epic story in its hands and shaken it up with a bit of Hoxton history. Taking inspiration from the local Hoxton community, the Firehouse and Hoxton Hall's joint efforts take The Alchemist to new, dark and comical levels. How much will you believe of the fantasy and fiction embedded in the three characters' stories as they come together following the desertion of the city by the rich? Described as both 'charming' and 'bleak,' Rachael Parish's production is definitely worth a go.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Avatar Special Edition

Lovers and fans of the world of Pandora unite: the iMAX is bringing a special edition of Avatar this weekend which features an extra eight minutes of footage featuring new action scenes and new creatures. The full 3D experience will be on offer once again as James Cameron's epic fantasy tale is told once more. This is pure indulgence for both those who have already seen it and those who haven't yet had the chance. A great way to end the bank holiday weekend.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Colour May Vary

Central to Andrew Mockett's work is not so much about theme or subject matter but more to do with materials. The Del Monte frog, the McCains Oven Chips Lion and the life size cardboard Batman are impressively put together and - somewhat refreshingly - make no comment about recycling or any such eco- friendly chatter. Let's face it, it could quite easily have been another selling point. Skillfully put together, these cardboard creatures have a certain charm about them and are not far off echoing some updated Warhol-esque comments on consumerism.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Secret Sample Sale & London Accessory Sale

Go grab a designer bargain to flatter your wardrobe - with Winter all but around the corner you know you deserve it. Up to an eye-watering 90% off Jimmy Choo, Vivienne Westwood, Sophia Kokosalaki, Moncler and more.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

Oxygen Boutique Sample Sale

Oxygen Boutique invites you in to their contemporary and chic shop to preview their Autumn/Winter collection with 20% off everything plus the added invitation to roll the dice at the till for a the chance to receive an additional 20% off. Super-bargainous purchases at your fingertips.

Thursday, 2 September 2010

70's Flashmob Dance

If you didn't get yourself down to Trafalgar Square or Liverpool Street last time the Flashmob crew organised a communal dance for you Londoners, then now's your chance. Charge up your ipod with some 70's tunes - Abba is a must - and get yourself to Leicester Square for half an hour with the London massive. What's most remarkable is that these events have attracted ridiculous amounts of you Big Smoke-rs to come together (almost like a community), have endorphin-releasing fun, dance together and have even managed to put a smile on your faces at the end of it all - magic. We thought smiling was illegal in London unless you spot someone you want to hit on, but it seems like Flashmob have revealed otherwise.

Friday, 3 September 2010

Deloitte Ignite 10

What we like about Deloitte Ignite 10 is that alot of the music and dance performances, soundscapes, films and installations are all free. 'Forest-inspired' performances take over the Royal Opera House as curated by and starring the highly acclaimed recording artist and pianist, Joanna McGregor. Botanical and imagination-invoking, there will be something that delights everyone's senses. Then if you fancy seeing some musical talent in the evenings, £12 will get you a ticket to see such talents as Jah Wobble, the Nippon Dub Ensemble, Talvin Singh and Radio Zumbido. TIme-out time at it's best.

Friday, 3 September 2010

Stop Making Sense Festival

'Musical anarchy by the sea' is the tagline for this new hedonistic festival in Croatia. If you are looking to venture further afield for great djs and get the additional advantage of great weather and amazing beaches and where one of the stages is actually on a boat, this new addition to the boutique festival circuit is well worth a look. You can even get exclusive mixes right here. Acts include the familiar Secret Sundaze, Friendly Fires and Optimo as well as Need2Soul, Radioclit, Allez Allez, Chris Coco and tons more. To top it off, the festival has its own private beach, so you can dip in and out of the water when the raving gets too much.

Friday, 3 September 2010

La Roux DJ set

All Star Lanes are hot on the let's a get a big star to do a DJ set trend. For the most part, these countless sets are usually pretty good. So big congrats to All Star Lanes for securing the 'Bulletproof' singer. It's quite remarkable that La Roux can manage to squeeze everyone's favourite American style bowling alley cum diner into what must be a busy summer festival schedule but we're not complaining. Now all you need to do is email matt@allstarlanes.co.uk for guestlist. £6 ain't bad for a live La Roux DJ set, n'est pas?

Saturday, 4 September 2010

Audio Sushi

He plays a bit of funk, a lot of house, a helping of electro, indie and much more. He is Jefrey Disaster, Urban Junkies very own master of music and he can be found at Dogstar in Brixton, a venue that claims to be the first DJ bar in the world and only puts on the finest dance music acts it can find. Certainly if you like what Mr Disaster does for Urban Junkies online you should catch a piece of live action at his night, Disastronaut.