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View Larger From the Personal to the Stage: Creating Theatre with Communities – A workshop by Elias Matar (Director of Olive Jar) 

A workshop for 18-35 theatre makers, or those who would like to learn more about making theatre with communities.

Sat 4 May, 14:30
Sat 4 May, 2.30pm - 5.30pm
FREE
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View Larger Communal Resistance by Young Shubbak – Elixir Festival 2024

A night to come together, share experiences, and explore the power of community as a tenet of resistance, featuring live music, performances, and workshops

Thu 2 May, 18:30
£8 / £6 Conc
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View Larger Curawaka & Mira Khanya

Join us for an earth day prayer with quintet Curawaka and Mira Khanya from Movement Medicine

Wed 17 April, 18:30
From £44
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View Larger To The Table Eid special

SOLD OUT Free Community Concert and Meal

Sat 13 April, 14:30
FREE
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View Larger Karim Kamar

Classical pianist and composer takes to the Grand Junction stage to perform his new album

Wed 1 May, 20:00
£15 + bf
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View Larger Show The Credits

Join us for the first Show The Credits event of the year

Mon 18 March, 19:00
£12 + BF
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View Larger Chickenshed presents Tales from the Shed

A fun-filled interactive show full of music, puppets and dancing. For ages 0 - 6.

Thu 11 April, 11:00
Thu 11 April, 11:00 & 14:00
Pay What You Can
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View Larger To the Table: Community Meal and Comedy

Join us for an evening of comedy, community and delicious free food

Tue 13 February, 18:00
FREE
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View Larger Go Green Festival

Join us for an afternoon of eco family fun at our free community festival

Sat 9 March, 14:00
FREE
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View Larger Jamarabia Live Music Sessions (Aleppo Tarab Re-imagined) – Elixir Festival 2024

An enchanting evening filled with musical pieces from Aleppo featuring Syrian violinist USTAVI

Sat 13 April, 20:00
£17 + bf
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View Larger The Ayoub Sisters – Elixir Festival 2024

An unmissable evening of 'incredible' (Classical FM) music from the multi-award-winning Scottish/Egyptian duo

Thu 18 April, 20:00
£19 + bf
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View Larger Olcay Bayir – Elixir Festival 2024

Irresistible rhythms and contemporary arrangements rooted in her Kurdish Anatolian heritage

Fri 19 April, 20:00
£17 + bf
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View Larger Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Sat Eve 27 April

A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024

Sat 27 April, 20:00
£12 | £6 Conc
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Olive Jar Sold Out
View Larger Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Sat Mat 27 April

SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024

Sat 27 April, 16:00
£12 | £6 Conc
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Olive Jar Sold Out
View Larger Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Fri 26 April

SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024

Fri 26 April, 20:00
£12 | £6 Conc
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View Larger Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Thur 25 April

A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024

Thu 25 April, 20:00
£12 | £6 Conc
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View Larger Ruba Shamshoum – Elixir Festival 2024

Poetic dream pop, jazz and Middle Eastern soul from the Palestinian singer

Fri 12 April, 20:00
£17 + bf
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A conductor of the Peregrine Orchestra
View Larger Peregrine Orchestra and Daniel Collins

See one of London's most exciting amateur orchestras present a programme of Elgar, Bach, and Mendelssohn

Sat 2 March, 19:30
£17 | £12 Conc (+bf)
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View Larger Navigating Diversity, Authenticity, and Representation in Children’s Literature with Nadine Kaadan

Delve into crucial topics and address concerns about cultural appropriation and tokenism in children's literature with the award-winning Syrian author

Thu 29 February, 18:30
£5 / £3 Conc
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View Larger Fariha Shaikh Talk: Global Victorians and Literature

Learn more about voices of those who were colonised, bringing their significant contributions to the history of British literature to the fore

Wed 6 March, 18:30
£5 / £3 Conc
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View Larger George’s Marvellous Music

Commemorating the centenary of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue

Sat 6 April, 20:00
£18 | £12 Conc (+ bf)
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View Larger Real Voices: Crystal Palace & Balham

Hear the wonderful sound of choirs from South London fill our space with choral covers of pop favourites, indie gems, and more

Fri 5 April, 19:30
£17 (incl. bf)
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View Larger Real Voices: Tooting, Clapham & Deptford

Hear the wonderful sound of choirs from South London fill our space with choral covers of pop favourites, indie gems, and more

Thu 4 April, 19:30
£17 (incl. bf)
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View Larger Real Voices: Vauxhall & Brixton

Hear the wonderful sound of choirs from South London fill our space with choral covers of pop favourites, indie gems, and more

Wed 3 April, 19:30
£17 (incl. bf)
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The Miras Silk Road Collective
View Larger The Miras Silk Road Collective

An evening of Uyghur poetry, music and dance

Thu 15 February, 20:00
£18 + bf
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View Larger Winter performance

Grand junction community choir winter perfomance.

Mon 4 December, 19:00
Free
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Spring Ceilidh
View Larger Spring Ceilidh

Bring your dancing shoes to The Nest Collective’s spring celebration with the Ceilidh Liberation Front!

Fri 15 March, 19:00
Fri 15 & Sat 16 Mar, 19.00
£20 | £15 Conc
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View Larger Angrusori featuring Nils Henrik Asheim and Iva Bittová

The Slovakian-Norwegian orchestra join us for a very special concert at Grand Junction

Wed 17 January, 20:00
£16 + BF
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Burns Night Ceilidh
View Larger Burns Night Ceilidh

Combining music, dance, and a sprinkling of theatrics, this is ceilidh music as you’ve never seen it before

Fri 26 January, 18:30
Fri 26 & Sat 27 Jan, 18.30
£25 | £18 Conc
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Burns Family Ceilidh
View Larger Burns Family Ceilidh

Join Ceilidh Liberation Front for a fun, family afternoon of music and plenty of dancing!

Sat 27 January, 15:00
£12 | £6 Conc
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View Larger Boxed In

A playful show about (mis)understanding the rules. For ages 3 - 6 and their grownups.

Sat 23 March, 11:00
Sat 23 Mar, 11.00 & 14.00
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
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View Larger Gather for Gaza Charity Fundraiser for Medical Aid for Palestinians

A night of music, poetry and stalls to raise funds for urgent humanitarian work by Medical Aid for Palestinians

Thu 26 October, 19:00
£16
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View Larger Reggae Junction

An evening of discussion and live music celebrating Studio One, the history of Reggae, and its arrival in West London.

Sat 25 November, 19:00
£10/£7 Conc
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View Larger Female perspective and LGBTQ+ experience filmmaker screenings – Little Venice Film Festival 2023

An evening of feature and short screenings celebrating the work of female and LGBTQ+ filmmakers

Wed 25 October, 19:00
Free
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View Larger To the Table

Enjoy delicious free food and enjoy some creative activity with your neighbours

Tue 5 December, 18:00
FREE
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S. Carey and Special Guests
View Larger S. CAREY + Special Guests

See the Wisconsin-based multi-instrumentalist and songwriter at Grand Junction

Fri 22 March, 20:00
£22.50 + bf
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View Larger Catherine Maclellan, Inn Echo and Sam Carter

A triple-bill featuring the JUNO award-winning singer-songwriter, folk group Inn Echo and guitarist Sam Carter at Grand Junction

Wed 18 October, 20:00
£17 + bf
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View Larger Shovel Dance Collective + Laura Cannell

Join nine talented musicians in a Christmas celebration, exploring the folk traditions of England, Scotland, Ireland and beyond

Sat 9 December, 19:30
£14 | £18 | £22
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View Larger Sanskruti Dance present Magical Honey

Join Maya’s world of Magical Honey with dance, magic, storytelling and live music for ages 5+

Sat 2 December, 11:00
Saturday 2 December, 11:00 & 14:00
Pay What You Can
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View Larger The Furrow Collective

Join the award-winning folk group for a candlelit evening of seasonal carols, spine-tingling harmonies and melodies

Sat 2 December, 20:00
£16.50 + bf
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Open Day
View Larger Open Day

Discover more about St Mary Magdalene's as part of London's Open House Festival

Sat 9 September, 11:00
Sat 9 September, open from 11.00 - 15.00
FREE
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View Larger Middle East and North Africa Art Workshop

Community art project inviting people from Middle Eastern and North African heritage to create art and share food and stories together

Tue 16 January, 13:00
Tuesdays, 16 Jan – 26 Mar, 13.00 - 15.00
FREE
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View Larger Finding St Mary Magdalene Tour

A new interactive 'Finding St Mary Magdalene' tour, which uncovers the depictions across the building of the ‘notorious sinner’ after whom the church derives its name.

Wed 25 October, 12:30
FREE
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View Larger Roland Jeffery Talk: Bulldozing North Paddington and the redevelopment of the 1960s slums

The significant development of North Paddington from the 1960s and its impact on residents and social conditions

Wed 29 November, 19:00
£5 / £3 Conc
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View Larger Israel Oluwole Olofinjana Talk: How relevant are Black Majority Churches to Postmodern secular Britain?

Learn more about Black majority churches and their genesis in Britain

Wed 13 September, 19:00
FREE
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View Larger Bill Jacob Talk: Religious Vitality in Victorian Paddington

Discover the origins of St Mary Magdalene's within Paddington's development from a 19th-century village to a crowded urban area

Wed 6 September, 19:00
FREE
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Language Café Taster Session (English)
View Larger Language Café Taster Session (English)

A friendly and welcoming session to meet with local people and practice English over some free lunch. Everyone is welcome!

Wed 23 August, 12:00
Wed 23 August, 12.00 - 13.00
FREE
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View Larger Lyngo Theatre presents Jack and the Beanstalk

A gripping one-person show of a classic fairy tale, as Jack sells his cow for five magic beans and finds himself in the land above the clouds. For ages 3+.

Sat 21 October, 11:00
Saturday 21 October, 11:00 & 14:00
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
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View Larger Flock Theatre Makers present There’s a Tiger in the Garden

A new theatrical adaptation of Lizzy Stewart’s Waterstones Children’s Book Prize winning book for ages 3+

Sat 18 November, 11:00
Saturday 18 November, 11:00 & 14:00
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
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Arab Christmas By Candlelight
View Larger Arab Christmas by Candlelight **SOLD OUT**

Join us for Christmas in the Arab world with a candlelit evening of Arabic, Syriac, Coptic and Byzantine chants with Joseph Tawadros, Attab Haddad & more

Sat 6 January, 20:00
£18 + bf
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View Larger Amira Kheir – EFG London Jazz Festival 2023

Sudanese singer Amira Kheir brings her enchanting North East African style fused with soulful Jazz to Grand Junction

Fri 10 November, 20:00
£16 + bf
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The Egyptian Jazz Projekt – EFG London Jazz Festival 2023
View Larger The Egyptian Jazz Projekt – EFG London Jazz Festival 2023

Ahmed Harfoush and his band return to W2 with a jazz revival of 1950s Egyptian songs, including some American greats from the same era.

Sat 11 November, 20:00
£17 + bf
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Celebration in the church
View Larger Halloween Ceilidh

Join us for a night of spooky tunes and dancing with the Ceilidh Liberation Front.

Sat 28 October, 19:00
£20/£15 Concession
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View Larger The Modern Jazz and Folk Ensemble – EFG London Jazz Festival 2023

The premiere of Saxophonist Sean Khan's new project featuring special guest The Pentangle’s Jacqui McShee, plus Rosie Frater-Taylor and Kindelan

Thu 16 November, 20:00
£22 + bf
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View Larger A Play in a Week

A week long project aimed at 7-11 year olds. Play fun drama games and end the week with a short performance!

Mon 24 July, 10:00
Monday 24th July - Friday 28th July 2023
FREE
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Alexia chellun tour
View Larger Alexia Chellun

An evening of uplifting music from the singer-songwriter

Fri 29 September, 19:00
From £32 + bf
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View Larger Ayla Schafer

Singer-songwriter brings her stunning repertoire of original poetic songs with traditional and tribal music to W2

Wed 6 December, 19:00
From £32 + bf
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View Larger FORM Presents Rachel Sermanni

Join the Scottish folk musician for the launch of her new album Dreamer Awake

Fri 22 September, 20:00
£17.50 + BF
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View Larger Half Moon presents Hot Orange

An immersive exploration of friendship and the moment you fall in love by Amal Khalidi and Tatenda Naomi Matsvai. For ages 13+ and adults

Wed 15 November, 16:30
Wednesday 15 November, 16.30 & 19:30
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
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Poetry for Wellbeing Workshop
View Larger Poetry for Wellbeing Workshop

A relaxing meditation, poetry and journaling session exploring themes of self reflection

Tue 11 July, 11:00
FREE
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View Larger Open Mic Night – A Night of Arabic Music

Enjoy a relaxed evening of music & culture from the Arabic-speaking world at the sixth edition of ‘Open Mic Night – A Night of Arabic Music’

Sat 15 July, 19:00
£8.50 + BF
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View Larger Jean-Michel Blais ,,Aubades” Tour

Montreal-based pianist and composer comes to West London to perform his latest album

Wed 4 October, 20:00
£20 + BF
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View Larger Opera Up Close: We Two Were Lovers

A musical and poetic journey that centres around Toria Banks’ new, contemporary version of Haydn’s dramatic cantata Arianna a Naxos

Fri 14 July, 13:30
FREE
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Grand Junction May Festival
View Larger Grand Junction May Festival

The whole community is invited to our fun-filled May Festival!

Sat 13 May, 15:00
FREE
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View Larger Vocalise! Songs and Stories

A special concert conducted by David Hill, as The Bach Choir is joined by over 100 children from their Vocalise! community engagement programme to celebrate another year

Thu 8 June, 16:00
£0 - £10
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View Larger Half A String present Breathe

An extraordinary journey from the perspective of an acorn; the hectic forest floor, thrumming underworlds, and dazzling heights of icy branches. Beautifully realised through puppetry, folk music, and live camera work. For ages 5+

Thu 10 August, 11:30
Thursday 10 August, 11:00 & 14:00
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
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View Larger Aleppo Flows Through Us – Syrian Arts and Culture Festival

London’s Syrian Arts and Culture Festival (SACF) presents an enchanting evening celebrating Aleppo, its music and musicians, past and present

Thu 11 May, 19:00
£15 + BF
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Olive Jar Sold Out
View Larger OLIVE JAR جرة زيتون BY ELIAS MATAR

SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Shubbak Festival 2023

Thu 6 July, 20:30
£6 - £12
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Olive Jar Sold Out
View Larger OLIVE JAR جرة زيتون BY ELIAS MATAR

SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Shubbak Festival 2023

Fri 7 July, 20:30
£6 - £12
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Olive Jar Sold Out
View Larger OLIVE JAR جرة زيتون BY ELIAS MATAR

SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Shubbak Festival 2023

Sat 8 July, 20:30
£6 - £12
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Olive Jar Sold Out
View Larger OLIVE JAR جرة زيتون BY ELIAS MATAR

SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Shubbak Festival 2023

Sat 8 July, 16:30
£6 - £12
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View Larger Mount Eerie + Shake Chain 

*Second date added* American songwriter and producer Phil Elverum musical project comes to Grand Junction

Mon 12 June, 19:30
£18 + BF
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View Larger Momtaza Mehri ‘Bad Diaspora Poems’ Book Launch and talk

a gathering and reading of Momtaza Mehri debut poetry collection, Bad Diaspora Poems

Thu 29 June, 19:30
£8 / £5 Concession
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View Larger Mount Eerie + FREDA D’SOUZA

American songwriter and producer Phil Elverum musical project comes to Grand Junction

Tue 13 June, 19:30
£18 + BF
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View Larger FIA

Mesmerising vocals from the spirit-infused Swedish folk singer

Mon 9 October, 20:00
From £32 + bf
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Choral Bahar For Life(London)
View Larger Choral Bahar For Life(London)

The Bahar Choir's Iranian chorists perform Iranian music and contemporary pieces at Grand Junction

Fri 28 April, 19:00
Friday 28 and Saturday 29 April
£35 | £49 | £75
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View Larger Arabs Are Not Funny Comedy Fundraiser for Syria

Ten of the funniest comedians with roots in the Arab world come together for a special performance to raise money for Syria

Thu 25 May, 19:30
£25 | £35 | £50
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View Larger Eydís Evensen

Hear beautiful arrangements from the Icelandic composer and pianist

Wed 21 June, 20:00
£15 + BF
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London Bulgarian Choir
View Larger London Bulgarian Choir

Celebrate the rites of spring Bulgarian-style with storming songs and earth-stirring rhythms

Sat 25 February, 18:00
£15 / £10 conc / £8 kid
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View Larger Claire Rousay + Laila Sakini

A mesmerising evening of experimental music from the avant-garde musician

Tue 11 April, 19:00
£16 + bf
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View Larger Discover: Music Managers in the Making – Art, Music and Dance Showcase

N3w Wave Presents a vibrant and unmissable night filled with new talent combining art, music and dance!

Thu 9 February, 19:30
£5
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View Larger AWAN Festival 2023: ASWAT Cabaret

For one night only AWAN Festival returns to W2 for an evening of music, spoken word and poetry!

Thu 9 March, 20:00
£12 / £10 conc + BF
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Nessi Gomes
View Larger Nessi Gomes

Enjoy a stunning evening of music from British-Portuguese fado folk songwriter and singer

Thu 6 April, 20:00
£25 + bf
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Grand Junction Spring Festival
View Larger Grand Junction Spring Festival

The whole community is invited to our fun-filled Spring Festival!

Sat 18 March, 14:00
FREE
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View Larger Exhibition – Life Between Damascus and London

Art works made by Faiz Sara while imprisoned in Syria, highlighting the persecution and oppression he faced and his journey in seeking a safe place to live

Wed 1 February, 10:30
FREE
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View Larger Pinocchio

A retelling the well-known tale with puppets in an out-size replica of a Victorian paper theatre. Ages: 4-7

Tue 30 May, 10:30
Tuesday 30 May (Half Term), 10:30 & 13:30
Pay What You Can
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View Larger Dinosaurs And All That Rubbish

An imaginative adaptation of Michael Foreman’s environmental tale with dancing dinosaurs for 3+

Mon 3 April, 10:30
Monday 3 Apr (Easter), 10:30 & 13:30
Pay What You Can
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View Larger Groove Baby presents Grooving With Pirates

Family favourite Groove Baby sails the seas in a jazz and funk-fuelled show for 3 – 7s!

Thu 16 February, 10:30
Thursday 16 Feb (Half Term), 10:30 & 13:30
Pay What You Can
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View Larger Apple ‘N’ Spice

A multi-cultural family dance show with shadow puppetry for ages 3 - 7!

Sat 28 January, 10:00
Saturday 28 Jan, 10:00 & 11:30
Pay What You Can
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View Larger Hakim Adi Heritage Talk – African and Caribbean people in Britain 1878-1919

A talk exploring the story of African and Caribbean people in Britain during 1878 – 1919

Thu 16 March, 19:30
£8 / £5 Concession
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Spring Ceilidh
View Larger Spring Ceilidh

Bring your dancing shoes to The Nest Collective’s spring celebration with the Ceilidh Liberation Front!

Sat 18 March, 19:00
£18/£12 Concession
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View Larger S. I. Martin Heritage Talk – Black people in Paddington during the 20th Century

A talk highlighting the contributions made by black people in Paddington in the 20th Century

Tue 4 April, 19:30
£8 / £5 Concession
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Burns Family Ceilidh
View Larger Burns Family Ceilidh

Join Ceilidh Liberation Front for a fun, family afternoon of music and plenty of dancing!

Sat 28 January, 15:00
£10/£5 Concession
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Fia
View Larger Fia

Mesmerising vocals from the spirit-infused Swedish folk singer

Thu 23 February, 20:00
From £32 + bf
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View Larger Neil Cowley

An unmissable evening from the award-winning pianist and composer for the launch of his new album

Thu 27 April, 20:00
£16 + BF
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Burns Night Ceilidh
View Larger Burns Night Ceilidh

Combining music, dance, and a sprinkling of theatrics, this is ceilidh music as you’ve never seen it before

Fri 27 January, 19:00
Fri 27 January, Sat 28 January
£22/£16 Concession
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Chris Wood
View Larger Chris Wood

*RESCHEDULED DATE* A highly anticipated evening from the multi-award-winning folk legend

Sat 27 May, 20:00
£17 + bf
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Chickenshed presents Christmas Tales!
View Larger Chickenshed presents Christmas Tales!

Celebrate Christmas 2022 with Chickensheds new festive show, Christmas Tales! Ideal for ages 0-7.

Mon 19 December, 10:30
Monday 19 Dec, 10:30 & 1:30
£6 per family (up to 5 people)
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View Larger To the Table – Special Eid Celebration

Enjoy delicious free food and hear stories from your neighbours

Wed 3 May, 18:00
FREE
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Awake Arise – A Christmas Show for our Times
View Larger Awake Arise – A Christmas Show for our Times

Award-winning folk music trio Lady Maisery is joined by Jimmy Aldridge and Kit Hawes

Thu 15 December, 20:00
£18 + bf
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Niyaz with Azam Ali
View Larger Niyaz with Azam Ali

Iranian music duo bring their electronic sounds mixed with Middle Eastern flavours to the UK for the first time since 2012

Mon 7 November, 20:00
£30
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Making Tracks
View Larger Making Tracks

Join eight talented musicians in the acoustics of our stunning nave for the final stop on their tour

Tue 18 October, 20:00
£13.50 + bf
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Nessi Gomes
View Larger Nessi Gomes

Enjoy a stunning evening of music from British-Portuguese fado folk songwriter and singer

Wed 5 April, 20:00
£25 + bf
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View Larger Storytelling Project

Community project sharing stories from the Middle East and North Africa

Tue 17 January, 18:00
Tuesdays 17 Jan - 28 Mar 18:00 - 20:00
FREE
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Heritage Training Academy
View Larger Heritage Training Academy

A programme for young people from BAME backgrounds who are interested in heritage, museums, and the arts.

Thu 6 October, 00:00
THURSDAYS, 28 SEPT - 7 DEC, 18.00 - 20.00
FREE
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Norwich Puppet Theatre presents – Thumbelina
View Larger Norwich Puppet Theatre presents – Thumbelina

Join us this October half-term for a wonderful re-telling of the Hans Christian Andersen’s tale Thumbelina. For ages 2+.

Fri 28 October, 10:30
Friday 28 Oct, 10:30 & 1:30
£6 per family (up to 5 people)
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Magpie’s Nest
View Larger Magpie’s Nest

The Nest Collective's famous folk and roots festival returns to Grand Junction

Sat 19 November, 15:00
£33/£25 Concession
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Sarah Davachi
View Larger Sarah Davachi

The electroacoustic minimalist performs songs from her new album

Thu 27 October, 20:00
£16 + bf
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Halloween Ceilidh
View Larger Halloween Ceilidh

Join us for a night of spooky tunes and dancing with the Ceilidh Liberation Front.

Sat 29 October, 19:00
£15/£10 Concession
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The Egyptian Jazz Projekt – EFG London Jazz Festival 2022
View Larger The Egyptian Jazz Projekt – EFG London Jazz Festival 2022

A jazz revival of 1950s Egyptian songs, including some American greats from the same era.

Tue 15 November, 20:00
£17 + bf
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SOLD OUT: AJO – EFG London Jazz Festival 2022
View Larger SOLD OUT: AJO – EFG London Jazz Festival 2022

Kosovan singer-songwriter AJO performs with her band at our spectacular setting for London Jazz Festival

Fri 11 November, 20:00
£17 + bf
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OUC Sold Out
View Larger Opera Up Close: The Flying Dutchman

A ground-breaking re-imagining of Richard Wagner’s iconic opera, with a new orchestration by composer Laura Bowler and a new English libretto by librettist, novelist and poet Glyn Maxwell.

Thu 13 July, 19:30
£15/£25/£35
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OUC Sold Out
View Larger Opera Up Close: The Flying Dutchman

A ground-breaking re-imagining of Richard Wagner’s iconic opera, with a new orchestration by composer Laura Bowler and a new English libretto by librettist, novelist and poet Glyn Maxwell.

Wed 12 July, 19:30
£15/£25/£35
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London Sinfonietta: Musicians Of Tomorrow
View Larger London Sinfonietta: Musicians Of Tomorrow

London Sinfonietta's best young musicians present the fruits of their labours with a captivating performance of new music

Thu 14 July, 19:30
£10 + bf
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View Larger Quiz Night

Grand Junction volunteers test your knowledge in a variety of subjects. Join us for facts, fun and prizes! Come with a team or join a team on the night.

Tue 17 May, 19:00
£2
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Dispatches on the Red Dress
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Award-winning folk musician, songwriter and composer Rowan Rheingans brings her courageous solo show to London.

Sat 10 September, 19:30
£15/£13 Concession + booking fee
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Chickenshed, Tales from the Shed
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Vibrant, inclusive theatre show that is perfect for young children 0-7.

Sat 2nd July 10:30 & 1:30
£6 for family ticket, with option to add £10 donation.
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Art Party The Show
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An interactive family show for little ones age 0-7

Thurs 2nd June 10.30am & 1.30pm
£6 for family ticket
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Arabs not funny featuring headshot of Fatiha El Ghorri on a blue background and arabs are not funny logo in the top left corner for Grand Junction on the 10 June
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Five of the funniest Arabic comedians come to W2 for a night of plenty of laughs as they attempt to prove the naysayers wrong!

Fri 10 June, 20:00
£18+ BF
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Spring Ceilidh
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Bring your dancing shoes to The Nest Collective’s spring celebration with the Ceilidh Liberation Front!

Fri 1 April, 19:00
£15/£10 CONC + BF
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The Third Orchestra
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Peter Wiegold’s orchestra of global musicians perform at Grand Junction following their hugely successful 2019 Barbican concerts.

Thu 5 May, 20:00
£18 + BF
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Groove Into The Woods
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Groove Baby create exciting, inspiring and engaging concerts for people young and older.

Sat 2 October, 10:30
£5
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View Larger Comper and his Chapels

Hear experts and enthusiasts discuss Comper’s work on the chapel

Wed 25 May, 18:30
£6.00 - £8.00
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Stephen Fretwell
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Following rave reviews for comeback album Busy Guy, Stephen Fretwell's spring tour culminates at Grand Junction

Fri 17 June, 20:30
£22.50 + BF
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View Larger NIGHT OF POWER

Join us for a wonderful night, witnessing the next generation of poets, rappers and singers.

Sat 26 February, 18:30
FREE
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The Rheingans Sisters
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The Rheingans sisters make powerful, richly connecting music; wholly contemporary while deeply anchored in folk traditions

Fri 8 April, 20:00
£15 + bf
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Sam Sweeney
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Sam Sweeney and his band put a swagger and groove into traditional English music, with flare, energy and festival spirit.

Thu 12 May, 20:00
£16.50 + BF
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View Larger Tales from the Shed

Vibrant, inclusive theatre shows that are perfect for young children

Sat 15th Jan 10.30am and 1.30pm
£6 for family ticket
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Burns Family Ceilidh
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Join Ceilidh Liberation Front for a fun, family afternoon of music and plenty of dancing!

Sat 29 January, 15:00
£10/£5 Children (2-16 years)
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Burns Night Ceilidh
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Join us for a night of tunes, dancing and haggis with the Ceilidh Liberation Front.

Fri 28 January, 19:00
£16/£13 Concession
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Burns Night Ceilidh
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Join us for a night of tunes, dancing and haggis with the Ceilidh Liberation Front.

Sat 29 January, 19:00
£16/£13 Concession
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KHIYO
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Powerful and expressive interpretations of Bengali classics, with a dynamic and original sound

Sat 26 March, 20:00
£17.50/£15 Conc + BF
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Balladeste: ‘Beyond Breath’
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String duo Balladeste leading a new genre of contemporary classical meets alt-folk, with guests Alice Zawadski and Saied Silbak.

Sat 4 December, 20:00
£14.50 + bkg fee
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Fantasia Orchestra: Christmas Night
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The strings of Fantasia Orchestra join us for a magical, candle-lit evening with some of our classical favourites this Christmas.

Tue 14 December, 19:30
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Nights by the canal
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A lantern lit evening for the whole community. Come along and gather around fire pits, with stories, songs, music, food and culture.

Sat 7 May, 16:00
FREE
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View Larger Saied Silbak: ‘Songs From Palestine’

A very special performance by Internationally-renowned Palestinian composer and oud player Saied Silbak and his quintet.

Fri 15 October, 20:30
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Open House
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Grand Junction will be taking part in Open House Festival London on 4th September 19th - 24th September

Wed 21 September, 10:00
FREE
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View Larger Joseph Tawadros

Join the internationally renowned oud virtuoso, Joseph Tawadros as he pushes musical boundaries in an intimate solo show.

Fri 10 September, 20:30
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Daylight Music: London Dreamtime and Cunning Folk present Baba Yaga
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A Saturday afternoon concert series crammed full of music, tea and cake

Sat 4 December, 12:00
Pay what you can
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Daylight Music: Bex Burch, Kim Macari, Maria Grapsa & Ell Kendall
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A Saturday afternoon concert series crammed full of music, tea and cake with special guests Ell Kendall and Maria Graspa.

Sat 16 October, 12:00
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OUM
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Oum’s sensual sound blends traditional Arabic music with soul, jazz and electronic influences

Fri 4 March, 20:00
£14 + BF
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Me and My Friends at Grand Junction W2 on 2 October
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A vibrant evening of afro-infused grooves and folk harmony.

Sat 2 October, 20:00
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Magpie’s Nest
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The Nest Collective’s much-loved festival celebrating the finest folk and roots music from around the world.

Sat 20 November, 15:00
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View Larger Black String & Nguyên Lê

Black String return to the K-Music Festival with their old friend, musical companion, and one of the most versatile jazz guitarists Nguyên Lê.

Thu 28 October, 19:30
£17.50
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View Larger Tweethearts performed by Rust and Stardust

A heart-warming interactive adventure for children and families, with live music, beautiful puppets and an enchanting tea shop setting.

Sat 20 November, 09:30
£0.00-£15.00
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View Larger Electric Jalaba

An evening of Moroccan Gnawa funk dance fusion.

Thu 1 July, 20:00
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View Larger The Elephant of your Heart

A beautiful and calming show for children age 3-10 created by Jess Clements

Fri 30 July, 10:30
FREE
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View Larger Tongue Fu featuring Soweto Kinch, Rachel Long, Rob Auton, Courtney Conrad

“Poetry, but not as you know it” (Guardian), the spoken word and music show returns.

Sat 26 June, 20:00
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View Larger Attab Haddad Ensemble

The Iraqui oud aficionado leads a spellbinding musical collaboration.

Fri 25 June, 20:00
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View Larger The Scorpios

Mesmerising funk-infused Sudanese Afrobeat.

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View Larger The Young’uns

A highly anticipated evening from one of the hottest properties on the folk scene.

Sat 3 July, 20:00
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View Larger Eliza Carthy Trio, with Saul Rose and David Delarre

An unforgettable evening from one of the greatest English folk singer-songwriters.

Fri 16 July, 20:00
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View Larger Erased Tapes 20･･－－－0: Penguin Cafe, Douglas Dare and Shards – SOLD OUT

An unmissable evening of incredible live music from the avant-garde record label.

Fri 2 July, 20:00
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A Strange Stillness Exhibition
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An exhibition celebrating our creative community in lockdown

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View Larger Diana Darke Heritage Talk – Arab and Islamic roots of Europe’s architecture

The Arabist and cultural expert traces the Arab and Islamic roots of Europe’s architectural heritage

Thu 20 April, 19:30
£8 / £5 Concession
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FAMILY PERFORMANCES

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    Young Shubbak presents Communal Resistance – Elixir Festival 2024

    A night to come together, share experiences, and explore the power of community as a tenet of resistance

    £6.00 – £8.00
    Thu 2 May, 18:30
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    Chickenshed presents Tales from the Shed

    A fun-filled interactive show full of music, puppets and dancing. For ages 0 - 6.

    £2.00 – £22.00
    Thu 11 Apr, 11:00 a.m.
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    Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Saturday Evening 27 April

    A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024. Featuring live music from Palestinian singer Ruba Shamshoum.

    £6.00 – £12.00
    Sat 27 Apr, 20:00
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    Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Saturday Afternoon 27 April

    SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024. Featuring live music from Palestinian singer Ruba Shamshoum.

    £6.00 – £12.00
    Sat 27 Apr, 16:00
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    Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Fri 26 April

    SOLD OUT A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024. Featuring live music from Palestinian singer Ruba Shamshoum.

    £6.00 – £12.00
    Fri 26 Apr, 20:00
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    Olive Jar جرّة زيتون by Elias Matar – Thur 25 April

    A theatre performance celebrating London’s Arab communities and their extraordinary stories, as part of Elixir Festival 2024. Featuring live music from Palestinian singer Ruba Shamshoum.

    £6.00 – £12.00
    Thu 25 Apr, 20:00
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    Boxed In

    A playful show about (mis)understanding the rules. For ages 3 - 6 and their grownups.

    £2.00 – £22.00
    Sat 23 Mar, 11:00 a.m.
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    Sanskruti Dance present Magical Honey

    Join Maya’s world of Magical Honey with dance, magic, storytelling and live music for ages 5+.

    £2.00 – £22.00
    Sat 2 Dec, 11:00 a.m.
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    Flock Theatre Makers present There’s a Tiger in the Garden

    A new theatrical adaptation of Lizzy Stewart’s award winning book for family audiences. For ages 3+.

    £2.00 – £22.00
    Sat 18 Nov, 11:00 a.m.
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    Half Moon presents Hot Orange

    An immersive exploration of friendship and the moment you fall in love by Amal Khalidi and Tatenda Naomi Matsvai. For ages 13+ and adults

    £2.00 – £22.00
    Wed 15 Nov, 19:30
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    Half A String present Breathe

    An extraordinary journey from the perspective of an acorn; the hectic forest floor and the heights of icy branches. Beautifully realised through puppetry, folk music, and live camera work. For ages 5+

    £2.00 – £22.00
    Thu 15 Aug, 11:00 a.m.
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    Chickenshed present Moving Tales

    On your marks, get set, MOVE! Chickenshed's Tales from the Shed team present a non-stop, all singing, all dancing, all-moving history of fairy tales that have moving at their centre. For ages 2+

    £2.00 – £22.00
    Thu 6 Jun, 10:30 a.m.

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