In the year that the legendary African-American filmmaker Spike Lee turns 60, it’s hard to not appreciate the cultural relevance of his work – whether it tackles the politics of race or explores the beauty of artforms like jazz in Mo’ Better Blues. Most people agree MBB isn’t Spike’s best…
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If Michael Jackson was still alive, he would have recently celebrated his 55th birthday. It’s an age which would’ve easily been acceptable for retirement given his riches, achievements and line of work (although the late James Brown thought otherwise, still pulling out the odd shuffle and shimmy up until his…
It’s the back to work/school/life month in London, which means new beginnings – and possibly a good time to get into some new experiences. So let Silent Cinema get you into mood for fashion, tuck into your dinner by candelight at Butler’s Wharf or cheer on a bunch of runners…
August is the time when most people have zipped off on their annual hols, leaving the rest of us Londoners to relish in the last hoorahs to summer – so here’s to a month of good eating, dancing, cycling (!) and whatever else floats your boat… Alternative RideLondon 100, August…
Arts & Culture Spring Loaded – James Cousins + Robert Clark + James Wilton at the Place, June 5th – Set to be an amazing night of performance, this triple-billed show from three of the most innovative contemporary dance artists will examine powerful human themes of fear, fate and love. …
From the 10th anniversary of a hip-hop theatre institution to a night dedicated to the late great Fela Kuti (and a few festivals and new films all in between), May is looking pre-tty lively, if we do say so ourselves – so go forth and enjoy people… Cinema Gimme…