Tuesday, 22 May 2012

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Yayoi Kusama

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Date: 9 Feb – 5 Jun
Time: all day
Cost: Free
Venue: Tate Modern
Address: Bankside, SE1 9TG
Info: website

Yayoi Kusama was reveling in dots and spots decades before Damien Hirst hit the scene. Don’t believe us? Just take a wander through her dot–obsessed exhibition at the Tate, which covers her major work from the 50s to the present. … Continue reading

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Fourth & Main

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Date: 5 Apr – 23 Jul
Time: all day
Cost: Varies
Venue: Fourth & Main
Address: Newburgh St, W1F
Info: website

Created by Nikhil Adwalpalker and James Wright, new label Fourth & Main pops up today just off Carnaby street. The new clothing line meets arts and culture publication showcase their SS12 collection which includes unlined tailored linen jackets, stylish coats … Continue reading

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Digital Photography Online Course

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Date: 19 Apr – 21 Jun
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Cost: £495
Venue: n/a
Address: n/a, n/a
Info: website

This one’s for the disciplined types. Central St Martins offer a host of online creative short courses for those who are after a fast-fix upgrade, or even an extra curricular activity. There are still places left for the digital photography … Continue reading

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The Queen: Art and Image

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Date: 17 May – 21 Oct
Time: Daily 10am-6pm, Thur, Fri until 9pm
Cost: £6.60
Venue: National Portrait Gallery
Address: St Martin’s Place, WC2H 0HE
Info: website

Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee is upon us, and what better way to bow in her greatness than to enjoy a collection of her most notable portraits. The National Portrait Gallery presents The Queen: Art and Image, exhibiting a range of … Continue reading

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Compulsion

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Date: 21 May – 26 May
Time: all day
Cost: FREE
Venue: Michael Hoppen Gallery
Address: 3 Jubilee Place, SW3 3TD
Info: website

Fresh from LA, contemporary artist Alex Prager will display her most recent creation ‘Compulsion’, consisting of an array of emotive photographs and a short film titled ‘La Petite Mort’. A combination of desire and angst, the exhibition explores tragedy, along … Continue reading

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Sapore Italian Pop Up

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Date: 22 May – 27 May
Time: Pairing masterclasses: Tuesday – Sunday 12pm-1pm Evening Aperitivo: Tuesday – Sunday, 6.30pm – 9pm
Cost: Free
Venue: The Piazza
Address: Covent Garden, WC2E 8HA
Info: website

For a taste of regional Italian flavours, head for the Sapore Pop Up in Covent Garden next week. The Consortium of Prosciutto di San Daniele and Friuli Venezia Giulia Wine will be showcasing their regional delicacies – namely salted prosciutto … Continue reading

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Maison Twenty With Harvey Nichols

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Date: 22nd May
Time: all day
Cost: From £30
Venue: Harvey Nichols
Address: 109 - 125 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RJ
Info: website

With the weather perking up, it’s time to ditch the cold weather attire. To help along the way, Harvey Nichols exclusively presents Maison Twenty: a collection of men’s t-shirts designed by budding homegrown talent. With three creations each, it’s their … Continue reading

Wednesday, 23 May 2012

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Rooftop Film Club

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Date: 1st May - 30th August 2012.
Time: Sun-Thur: doors 8pm; screening 9pm
Cost: £10
Venue: Queen of Hoxton
Address: 1-5 Curtain Road, EC2A 3JX
Info: website

Queen of Hoxton reopens its decking for the Rooftop Film Club to present its new series of classic, contemporary and cult films. With up to five weekly screenings, a big screen, comfortable seats, blankets and wireless headphones, this outdoor pop … Continue reading

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Central & Co

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Date: 23rd May
Time: TBC
Cost: TBC
Venue: Central & Co
Address: 22 Great Marlborough Street , W1F 7HU
Info: website

Situated over two floors, Central & Co, a contemporary British brasserie and bar, launches today with a menu dedicated to British produce. With vintage and art deco inspired interiors, the basement bar is ‘brandless’, stocked with label-less spirits, as well … Continue reading

Friday, 25 May 2012

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Alison Jackson: Jubilee

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Date: 25 May – 9 Jun
Time: all day
Cost: FREE
Venue: Pertwee Anderson & Gold
Address: 2 Newburgh Street, W17 7RD
Info: website

Starting the Jubilee celebrations in her own unique way, Alison Jackson is set to hold her first solo exhibition in the Pertwee & Gold pop up museum this week. Combining her usual focus of celebrity culture with a satirical twist, … Continue reading