Comics have always been the number one reading material of choice amongst the fantasy fanatic. A combination of admirable pop-artistry, adventure and intrigue – occasional soft porn – and sci-fi has made for an exhilarating adventure into the world of the imagination. And this, coupled with ingenious illustration, makes fans…
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The capital’s creatives have had it scrawled in their diaries (in red Sharpie marker, naturally) for months. It’s a biggie, the London Design Festival – and now in its 9th year, it promises to be vaster and more exciting than ever. But, with a dizzying 250 events and exhibitions to…
Ever secretly fancied taking a peek inside a stranger’s home? Well now is your chance. Open House London, the free annual architecture festival that lets you explore inside some of the capital’s most unusual and extravagant properties, is back. Some of 2011’s quirkier examples are an ‘upside down house’ in…
Celebrating 15 years of live entertainment and cultural diversity, The Mayor’s Thames Festival returns on September 10th and 11th as London’s largest free outdoor celebration. Set on providing an extravagant end to the summer – and start to the Autumn season – the length between Westminster Bridge and Tower Bridge…
There might have been a mild sense of caution surrounding this year’s festivities off the back of the London riots, but a heavy police presence – 5,500 – ensured Notting Hill Carnival 2011 kicked off in the highest of spirits. By 10am, crowds were packing out Tube stations like Notting…
Film buffs and cartoon lovers alike will be well up for heading to the London International Animation Festival – the largest of its kind in the UK. Taking place at the Barbican for the first time in its eight year history, there’ll be 250(!) beautifully crafted visuals to feast your…