What's worth attending this week

UCL Institute of Advanced Studies · Talk · WC1E

A one day symposium at the UCL Institute of Advanced Study, considering the materiality of language in poetics.

British Library · Walks / Tours · NW1

The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.

The Garden Cinema · Film · WC2B

Alan Parker’s BAFTA-winning ganster musical Bugsy Malone celebrates it's 50th anniversary this year. It might seem an unlikely idea for a film-…

British Library · Workshop · NW1

Each month participants will have a chance to find out about the British Library’s collection – from manuscripts and printed books to some of our unique sound collections. In each workshop participants will hear audio description and then get the chance to respond creatively using different art techniques. Exploring a range of tactile and 3D art making participants will have the opportunity to try out a range of art materials. No experience needed.Workshops are free and refreshments are provided. Guide and assistance dogs are welcome. Workshops take place monthly on Wednesdays between 11.00 – 13.00. To find out more and to book a place please e-mail [email protected] .

British Library · Workshop · NW1

An understanding of intellectual property and its protection is vital for anyone with an idea, whether it’s an invention, a brand name or a song. This in person workshop will introduce the four areas of intellectual property and help you understand which may apply to you and your business. These four main areas are:patentstrade marksregistered designscopyright.This session is led by Julie Boadilla.

Whitechapel Gallery · Walks / Tours · E1

Bush Theatre · Theatre · W12

BLOC (Queen Mary University of London) · Film · E1

Source types: Culture and Community, Learning and Development, Lecture, Research, Social, Strategy, Wellbeing; Speaker(s): Seemab Gul; Price not stated on BLOC detail page

BFI Southbank · Film · SE1

The Garden Cinema · Film · WC2B

The screening on 22 July will be introduced by the season curator Millie Zhou. Eight Taels of Gold concludes Mabel Cheung’s celebrated…

Housmans · Talk · N1

Bridge Theatre · Theatre · SE1

British Library · Walks / Tours · NW1

The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.

Bridge Theatre · Theatre · SE1

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

Hampstead Theatre · Theatre · NW3

WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY RICHARD NELSON; A HAMPSTEAD THEATRE WORLD PREMIERE

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical, Visiting Company Production; Kevin McCollum, Morris Berchard and Jack Maple present

Donmar Warehouse · Theatre · WC2H

The Garden Cinema · Film · WC2B

As Tears Go By marks the directorial debut of Wong Kar-wai, and was inspired by Martin Scorsese's Mean Streets (1973), though it remains…

Instituto Cervantes London · Talk · WC2R

Autograph · Talk · EC2A

Whitechapel Gallery · Music · E1

Jacksons Lane · Comedy · N6

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical; Thomas Hopkins, SAMS Entertainment & Julie Larson present

British Library · Walks / Tours · NW1

The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.

British Library · Talk · NW1

The potential to reach new customers through social media has never been greater and is constantly growing.With £5.67 billion attributed to online purchases annually and website visitors being ten times more likely to make a purchase if they are directed from social media, you could be missing out on valuable promotion and sales.In this online webinar where will cover some of the key social media platforms, with tips on how to use them effectively to engage your customers to increase sales and brand awareness.Presented by: Seema RampersadSeema has a long career as a business librarian in the library and information field in various organisations. She supports businesses at start-up and growth stages.

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

BFI Southbank · Film · SE1

British Library · Architecture / Urbanism · NW1

Have you ever noticed that our iconic building looks like a ship? Or wondered what it takes to store, access and deliver the 13 million books in our collection to Readers?Discover more about our history, collection and architecture on a tour of the public areas of the Library where you’ll visit our viewing gallery, book handling room, Reading Rooms and more. You’ll be guided by our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff who will share the Library’s unique quirks.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk. Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.Can’t get enough? Why not try our Treasures of the British Library Tour as well.

The Garden Cinema · Film · WC2B

The matinee screening on Wednesday 24 June, will be introduced by journalist Darren Richman. Screwball comedy doesn’t get any more effortlessly…

Jacksons Lane · Theatre · N6

Bridge Theatre · Theatre · SE1

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical, Visiting Company Production; Kevin McCollum, Morris Berchard and Jack Maple present

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical; Thomas Hopkins, SAMS Entertainment & Julie Larson present

The Bread & Roses Theatre · Theatre · SW4

Format: Public Comedy Performance; Source: https://calendar.lineupnow.com/event/1187852/?apiKey=pk_live_fe0b26d17c5e46a79e41475ccf3f4bd0

Green Note · Music · NW1

Open City · Architecture / Urbanism · WC2R

Architecture walk

Open City · Architecture / Urbanism · WC2R

Architecture walk

Open City · Architecture / Urbanism · WC2R

Architecture walk

British Library · Walks / Tours · NW1

The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

Open City · Architecture / Urbanism · WC2R

Architecture walk

The Garden Cinema · Film · WC2B

Disney’s epic musical adventure follows the story of Simba, a feisty lion cub who “just can’t wait to be king.” Led…

BFI Southbank · Film · SE1

Bridge Theatre · Theatre · SE1

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

Hampstead Theatre · Theatre · NW3

WRITTEN AND DIRECTED BY RICHARD NELSON; A HAMPSTEAD THEATRE WORLD PREMIERE

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical, Visiting Company Production; Kevin McCollum, Morris Berchard and Jack Maple present

Open City · Walks / Tours · WC2R

Architecture walk

Whitechapel Gallery · Music · E1

The Garden Cinema · Film · WC2B

Disney’s epic musical adventure follows the story of Simba, a feisty lion cub who “just can’t wait to be king.” Led…

British Library · Workshop · NW1

The Family Station, located on the Upper Ground Floor, includes creative resources full of ideas to explore, make and play in the Library. Start your family adventure here, then go off to discover our building and learn all about the Library.What is the Family Station?It is completely drop-in, so arrive anytime between 11.00 and 15.00 and stay for as long as you like. You’re welcome to arrive, leave, and come back whenever suits you best. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all timeswhile our Learning Assistants will be onsite, Family Station is completely family-led and informal. Meaning you can play, read and explore as a family, and help yourself to our various creative resourcesthere will be fun sensory items out to play with, a pop-up reading corner with braille and tactile editions and art materials to experiment, draw and buildyou can also borrow specially designed trails to explore the wider Library through your senses and enjoy playful interactions with our building and collectionthe Family Station is fully accessible and suitable for children with SENDthe Family Station also runs on select school holiday dates.Find out further useful information about facilities at the Library and how to find us.

British Library · Workshop · NW1

Do you dream of riding a flying horse or secretly yearn for your very own yeti?Explore the world of legendary South Asian mythical creatures with author Gita Ralleigh, from dragon kings to manticores and more!Through games to spark ideas and drawing inspiration from both classic and contemporary poetry, families will create together and illustrate their own short poems. Don’t leave without taking part in our relaxed Poetry Slam to share your work!

British Library · Walks / Tours · NW1

The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.

BFI Southbank · Film · SE1

London Irish Centre · Talk · NW1

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical, Visiting Company Production; Kevin McCollum, Morris Berchard and Jack Maple present

606 Club · Music · SW10

Join us for an intimate afternoon showcase celebrating four exceptional artists — E J Seal, Carrie Hamilton , Christelle Désiré and APRILLO — all preparing to release new music on singer-songwriter Sarah Gillespie’s label, Pastiche Records. This special afternoon offers an early glimpse into the nex

The Garden Cinema · Film · WC2B

Released just as the Hays Office was beginning to enforce the Production Code censoring ‘immoral’ movies, Frank Capra’s impish, daring comedy…

British Library · Walks / Tours · NW1

The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.

Regent Street Cinema · Film · W1B

Belfast police conduct a door-to-door manhunt for an IRA gunman wounded in a daring robbery.

BFI Southbank · Film · SE1

LSE · Talk · WC2A

Bridge Theatre · Theatre · SE1

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical; Thomas Hopkins, SAMS Entertainment & Julie Larson present

The Bread & Roses Theatre · Theatre · SW4

Format: Public Comedy Performance; Source: https://calendar.lineupnow.com/event/1188202/?apiKey=pk_live_fe0b26d17c5e46a79e41475ccf3f4bd0

Green Note · Music · NW1

Pints of Knowledge · Talk · EC1A

Wilton's Music Hall · Music · E1

Presented by Baluji Music Foundation A Celebration of Summer with music from around the world by a quartet from the Inner Vision Orchestra which is the only professional ensemble in the UK of outstanding blind and partially sighted musicians. They have been brought together from many different music

Pints of Knowledge · Talk · EC1A

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

Design Museum · Workshop · W8

Design Museum · Workshop · W8

British Library · Walks / Tours · NW1

The second largest atlas in the world, the historic library of King George III, Magna Carta. See and learn about these items and much more on a guided tour of some of the treasures in our collection.Our knowledgeable, passionate Library staff will introduce you to their favourite items in our Sir John Ritblat Gallery and divulge fun facts and lesser-known histories you won’t find anywhere else.Tours last approximately 60 minutes and leave from the Information Desk.Children 11+ may attend if accompanied by an adult.

British Library · Workshop · NW1

Explore the two most effective methods to develop a winning strategy for success – the Business Plan and the Business Model Canvas – and determine which is best for your vision.In this workshop, Pete Schonbeck (Productschön Business Advice) will introduce you to the fundamental considerations for developing a business strategy. You will learn how to plan effectively, conduct thorough market research and create realistic financial forecasts.Through attending, you will gain a much better understanding of how to effectively position your business for growth. The session will cover:two key business planning tools: the Business Plan and the Business Model Canvashow to define your customer relationships and customer segmentshow to do effective market research and develop successful marketing practiceshow to generate sales and which pricing model to choosehow to formulate your cost structure.Part of the Business Masterclasses collection.

British Library · Talk · NW1

Join us for two lunchtime talks:Wags – The British Comic That Launched US Comic Book SuperstarsAlmost forgotten today and impossible to find, Wags was a ground-breaking British newsprint comic published from 1937–38 that became the training ground for many of the creators who would later define American comic books. As Michael Finn explains, within its pages were early works by future legends including Will Eisner – later hailed as the godfather of the graphic novel; Jack Kirby, the co-creator of Captain America, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, Black Panther, the Silver Surfer, and many of the Avengers; and Bob Kane, who would go on to create Batman. Wags also introduced one of comics’ most important milestones: the debut of Sheena, Queen of the Jungle, the first female jungle hero in comic books, appearing months before Wonder Woman.How McDonald’s Took Off in the UKCollaborative Doctoral student at the Library, Tom Willett, uses the life story oral history interview of David Walker from our collection to examine the expansion of McDonald’s into the UK in the 1970s. Walker was managing director of McDonald’s first UK meat supplier and his life story speaks to the transatlantic exchange of food processing technologies that has shaped the UK’s food system. This talk also explores criticism of McDonald’s practices through examining Walker’s role in the infamous 90s ‘McLibel’ case, in which he gave evidence in defence of McDonald’s food standards.

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: New Musical; Thomas Hopkins, SAMS Entertainment & Julie Larson present

Shakespeare's Globe · Theatre · SE1

Southwark Playhouse · Theatre · SE1

Format: Theatre Production; Source category: Play Revival; Double Telling presents

Instituto Cervantes London · Talk · WC2R

Studio Voltaire · Exhibition · SW4

Bridge Theatre · Theatre · SE1