CUE the event magazine
LONDON MASTERS EDITION I 2022
ISSN 2754-4486 (Online)
THE DEMOLITION JOB
The fastest ever 147 by Ronnie O’Sullivan. Will this record ever be beaten?
THE INTERVIEW
Exclusive interview with top 16 player, Anthony McGill
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We look at the great work carried out by Battersea Dogs and Cats Home
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LONDON MASTERS EDITION / 2022
4 // FROM THE EDITOR Welcome to the London Masters edition
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5 // SNOOKER CALENDAR Upcoming tournament dates 2022 6-9 // THE DEMOLITION JOB The fastest ever 147 11-13 // THE INTERVIEW With Anthony McGill 14-16 // SUPPORTING GOOD CAUSES Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
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18-19 // AUTHOR SPOTLIGHT Jake Roche 20-21 // THE ART OF THE GAME The emotion through art by the Glimmertwin Art House 22 -31 // WHAT´S ON IN LONDON Check out some great events and attractions 32 // SNOOKER FACTS OF THE WEEK Brought to you by Snooker Shorts
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34-35 // ARTIST´S SPOTLIGHT Painting over olives 36-37 // YOU´RE SNOOKERED Some memorable snookers 38 // QUOTES Famous snooker quotes
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ello and welcome to the second edition of Cue the event magazine!
After some incredible tournaments finishing off 2021, including the UK Championships in York, where we saw the sensational Zhao Xintong win his first ranking title (and become the youngest winner of the UK Championship since Judd Trump in 2011), we have arrived in 2022 with the next tournaments in full swing. In this edition we have an insightful, illustrated interview with Anthony McGill, plus a look at that epic, fastever ever, 147 by the person that needs no naming! Each issue we are supporting good causes, and in this London Masters Edition we feature Battersea Dogs & Cats home and all the wonderful work they do. Enjoy this issue, and we will see you in the Gibraltar Edition!! The Cue the event magazine team
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upcoming tournament dates 2022
D AT E S A N D V E N U E S A R E S U B J E C T TO C H A N G E
Visit: wst.tv/full-calendar/ for further details and ticket information.
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Ranking Events
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Invitation Events
Q
Qualifiers
2022 9TH - 16TH JANUARY Cazoo Masters IE Alexandra Palace, London
28TH FEB - 6TH MAR BetVictor Welsh Open RE ICC, Celtic Manor, Newport
28TH MAR - 3RD APRIL Cazoo Tour Championship RE Venue Cymru, Llandudno
20TH - 23RD JANUARY
BetVictor Shoot Out RE Morningside Arena, Leicester
7TH - 13TH MARCH Turkish Masters RE Antalya, Turkey
4TH - 13TH APRIL Betfred World Championship Qualifiers Q EIS, Sheffield
26TH - 30TH JANUARY BetVictor German Masters RE Tempodrom, Berlin, Germany
14TH- 20TH MARCH Potential Ranking Event RE Location TBC
31ST JAN - 6TH FEB Qualifiers TBC Q Morningside Arena, Leicester
24TH - 26TH MARCH BetVictor Gibraltar Open RE Gibraltar
16TH APR - 2ND MAY Betfred World Championship RE Crucible Theatre, Sheffield
7TH- 13TH FEBRUARY Cazoo Players Championship RE Aldersley Village, Wolverhampton 14TH - 20TH FEBRUARY Qualifiers TBC Q Location TBC 22ND - 27TH FEBRUARY BetVictor European Masters RE Stadthalle, Furth, Germany
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RECORD BREAKERS FASTEST EVER 147
The
Demolition
JOB
The fastest 147 break in a professional snooker tournament is 5 minutes 8 seconds, achieved by Ronnie O’Sullivan on the 21st April 1997 during the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield. Twenty years after O’Sullivan’s maximum break against Mick Price in the first round of the 1997 World Snooker Championship, it was revealed that the given break time of 5 minutes 20 seconds as calculated from BBC footage was incorrect. From the moment that O’Sullivan first strikes the cue ball to pot his first red, the elapsed time is 5 minutes 8 seconds – a time now acknowledged by World Snooker. Source: www.guinnessworldrecords.com/world-records/fastest-147-break-in-snooker
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In our Cue & A interview this issue we speak with top 16 player - Anthony McGill Q: On the occasions when a snooker player has a problem with their tip, or when they have to get the tip changed mid match/tournament, why don´t players carry a trusty, spare cue to each tournament. One that already has the tip bedded in, and the player is comfortable with? A: It’s nigh on impossible to find two cues that play the same. Even if they are the same spec - same type of wood, same length, weight, tip diameter, butt diameter etc, they can still play differently, so whilst a new tip mid tournament isn’t ideal, the change is nowhere near as drastic as using a different cue would be. Q: How much does audience noise put you off as a player, especially in an intimate venue like the Crucible? Is noise worse than someone moving in your eyeline when you are on a shot? Does it put you off when people in the audience are constantly coughing!! A: At a venue like the Crucible, where you can hear a pin drop, even the quietest noises sound like a bang! Someone moving in your eye line is probably more annoying. People know to stay still when a player is playing into them, so if they are moving around or fidgeting, you can bet they are doing it on purpose. The coughing can be annoying too, but as long as it’s only here and there, and not persistent from the same person, it’s fine.
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Santa came that Christmas with a small snooker table and I’ve been playing ever since.
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Q: Did playing without an audience during the pandemic, when restrictions forced matches to be played behind closed doors, make any difference to your motivation to win matches? A: I wouldn’t say it made any difference to my motivation to win, but it maybe lessened my desire to actually play the match in the first place. Once you are playing, you want to win, but the build up to the tournaments wasn’t too exciting. Despite this, I still feel extremely fortunate and thankful that there were still snooker tournaments being staged at all. Q: What are your views on the snooker ´dress code´? What did you think of the relaxed dress code for the Champion of Champions and the code that has been in place for the Home Nations Series events? A: I’m not a fan of the waistcoats and bow ties, and never have been. It amazes me that the people in charge of this professional sport with millions of pounds of prize money on offer force us to dress in such a way that makes it difficult for us to play. The positions your body must form just to be able to play the game (bending over, stretching etc) are not made any easier by being buttoned
up to the chin in shirts, waistcoats and bow ties! I think the home nations dress code - dress trousers, shoes and simply a shirt with collar undone is pretty good. I don’t think it looks any less smart than the traditional dress code, and it’s a lot easier to play in. As for polo tops at the CoC, I though they looked a bit cheap, with the names and emblems on them. I don’t see what’s wrong with standard polo tops, something along the lines of what golfers wear.
to reach the top 16 in the world, so it was a tough school back then! My first memory of snooker was watching John Higgins win the World Championship in the spring of 1998. That summer, on our family holiday in Spain, when my parents were busy in the evenings having a drink at karaoke, I was glued to the pool tables. Finally, Santa came that Christmas with a small snooker table and I’ve been playing ever since.
Q: What was your path to becoming a professional snooker player, and what initially sparked your interest in the game? A: I became professional through a series of tournaments called PIOS (Pontins International Open Series). There were 8 tournaments held over the course of a year in the snooker hall of the Pontins holiday camp in Prestatyn. There was a ranking list compiled based on your results over the 8 events. The top 8 players on the rankings at the end of the season were promoted to the professional tour. I finished 5th in the rankings and so was awarded a spot on the tour. Looking back, Jack Lisowski and Kyren Wilson also finished in the top 8 that same season, and they’ve both also went on
Q: When you get to the final of the World Championship, who would you most like to be your opponent? A: I can’t imagine there being a bigger atmosphere for a world final than playing Ronnie O’Sullivan. I’d love to experience that. Q: Would you like to see more women playing at top level? A: Snooker players only see snooker players - it doesn’t matter if they are male or female. If they are good enough, they’ll get there, regardless of what’s between their legs. I do think it would be great for the sport from a marketing point of view - can you imagine one of the very elite players in the world being a woman?! It would be amazing for the profile of the sport.
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Supporting good causes Battersea Dogs & Cats Home I London
Wear Blue for
Rescue
Why animals and their owners everywhere are choosing to Wear Blue for Rescue in support of Battersea’s new campaign.
Rescue dog, Nala, who was just a young puppy when her owners found the demands of puppy ownership too much to cope with
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Everyone can join in with Wear Blue for Rescue, you don’t have to own a rescue dog or cat to “ champion rescue animals and show your love and support for the organisations who care for them.”
W
orld-leading animal welfare charity, Battersea, is asking people from across the UK to
show their support for rescue dogs and cats everywhere by getting involved in its new Wear Blue for Rescue campaign. Despite one in four dogs and cats
coming from a rescue centre, many will hear about breeds such as French Bulldogs or Labradors being the Hendrix
nation’s favourite pets. Battersea believes a spotlight should be shone on the much-loved rescue animals that are
different reasons. Wear Blue for Rescue
champion rescue animals and show your
in homes across the country, and in all
is Battersea’s exciting new campaign
love and support for the organisations
walks of life, regardless of their breed.
that aims to champion our love for the
who care for them.”
So, from sharing images of their own
wonderful, quirky rescue dogs and cats
rescue pets on social media platforms
who just need a second chance in life.
Battersea has launched the Rescue
or shouting about how they support the
All the underdogs who have become top
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work rescue centres do - Battersea is
cats and are now living their best lives
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calling on members of the public to join
and bringing joy to their owners’ lives
unite to champion the wonderful rescue
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on sofas, in laps, and even on life-saving
animals that are all around us in our
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homes and communities.
Chief Executive, Peter Laurie, says, “Rescue animals are one of a kind and
Peter continues, “Everyone can join
As part of Wear Blue for Rescue,
Animals such as Hendrix, who arrived
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in with Wear Blue for Rescue, you
at Battersea through no fault of his own
animals become rescues for all sorts of
don’t have to own a rescue dog or cat to
when his previous owner’s circumstances changed. It took a few days for Hendrix to settle into his new surroundings, but his friendly nature was clear from the start, and he enjoyed visits from staff and volunteers. It wasn’t long before Hendrix caught the eye of his new owners Kat and Olly. They were immediately taken in by his affectionate nature and decided he would be the perfect addition to their family. Hendrix settled into his new home very quickly, showing his inquisitive side as he slowly ventured outside and learnt how to use a cat flap. Kat says, “Many people think that cats are aloof and not particularly loyal, but this couldn’t be further from the truth with
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Now we’re wearing Blue for Rescue to build support of the new Rescue symbol and to encourage “ as many people to get behind rescue as much as possible.”
8 We’re wearing blue for rescue because rescue has meant that we found each
other, and our lives are all the better for it.” Rescue dog, Nala, was just a young puppy when her owners found the demands of puppy ownership too much to cope with. Thankfully, they made the responsible decision to hand her over to Battersea where the charity’s expert staff could look after her until she found a new family. Nala needed a bit more behavioural training in a home environment and socialisation with both people and dogs, so she was taken in by foster carer Hannah, who was very dedicated to Nala’s training. Hannah says, “Nala was a very energetic, enthusiastic and intelligent puppy. She was eager to please and loved using her brain. I could see a lot of potential in her from a training aspect and wanted to take this further. She slotted straight in with our other dogs while on foster and we just couldn’t imagine not having her in our lives. Nala made such a huge impact in a short space of time that we had to adopt her! Now we’re wearing blue for rescue to build support of the new Rescue symbol and to encourage as many people to get behind rescue as much as possible.”
Whether you have a rescue pet at home or simply admire them from afar, to get involved in Battersea’s Wear Blue for Rescue campaign and show your support for rescue you can BUY, WEAR, SHARE, or DONATE. BUY a Wear Blue for Rescue item featuring the Rescue symbol from battersea.org.uk WEAR it with pride, whether you’re an animal or an animal lover. SHARE your love for rescue on social media — don’t forget to tag @Battersea and use #RescueIsMyFavouriteBreed DONATE to Battersea to help build a better world for rescue animals everywhere.
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Author Spotlight I Jake Roche
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Engaging reading for when you are away from the baize!
Avid writer and traveller, Jake Roche tells us about his passion for writing, and the release of his successful Inspector Boyle novels.
The golden age of
Detective fiction
B
orn and raised in Windsor,
So far I have plans for a further two
Berkshire in 1990, I have long
novels and ideas for more beyond that
had a passion for writing
which will see Boyle undertaking many
and the creative process.
adventures around the world. I am also
My favourite reads include the works
in the process of beginning other novels
of Agatha Christie, cosy crime and
away from the Boyle series. Hopefully I
historical novels. My own novels are set
will be able to hone my skills with a view
in the 1930’s and inspired by the ‘Golden
to acquiring a literary agent in 2022.
Age of Detective Fiction’. Away from writing, I own a hospitality My other huge passion is travel, and so
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countries, all of which inspire my writing projects and general thirst for knowledge. Originally intended as a one off novel, the Having recently turned 30, I set myself
character of Inspector Boyle inspired me
the challenge of writing my first fiction
to make The Oakford Court Mystery into
book as a birthday gift to myself. I am a
the first of a potential series. His character
great believer in ‘writing what you read’
has plenty of scope for development and
and as such a ‘whodunit’ in the traditional
will form the main protagonist in other
sense became my chosen theme.
novels going forward.
For more information about Jake’s books visit: www.jakerochebooks.co.uk The Inspector Boyle books are available now on amazon.com. If you would like to feature in ‘Author Spotlight’ in the next edition of Cue the event magazine, please email : cuetheeventmagazine@gmail.com (putting ‘Author Spotlight’ in the subject line).
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THE ART OF THE
GAME Art by Dawn Larder. Visit: www.theglimmertwinarthouse.com
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London Quintessentially British ALL PHOTOS COURTESY OF PHOTOS.LONDON
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Tower Bridge
From Iconic sightseeing spots and attractions, to eating out and theatres, we look at some of the things to do,
whilst you are away from the baize!
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Roseview Alexandra Palace Hotel
ACCOMMODATION
Muswell Hill B&B
Roseview Alexandra Palace Hotel 2 Queens Ave, Muswell Hill, London N10 3NR T: +44 20 8365 2535 E: reception@roseviewhotel.co.uk l Roseview Alexandra Palace Hotel is located in London’s Muswell Hill, 20 minutes’ walk from East Finchley Tube Station and 2.4 km from Alexandra Palace Railway Station. It opens onto a terrace. Each modern room has attractive décor, and all rooms have free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffeemaking facilities and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Highgate Tube Station is just over 1.6 km from the hotel. The centre of London, including the West End and the City can be reached in approximately
Muswell Hill B&B
Luxury London Apartment
40 minutes by Tube, or bus. Several
06-36 Cranbourne Rd, London N10 2BT
36 Vincent Square Wood Green,
bars and restaurants are located close
T: +44 20 8815 0070
London, N22 6NB
to the property.
l A unique B&B in the heart of North
l Located just 1.4 miles from
London, Muswell Hill B&B is a family-
Alexandra Palace, Luxury
Green Rooms
run bed and breakfast. Built in 1902,
London Apartment provides
13-27 Station Rd, London N22 6UW,
the property is within 800 yards of
accommodations with a terrace, free
T: +44 20 8888 5317
Alexandra Palace, a ten minute walk.
WiFi and a 24-hour front desk.
E: info@greenrooms.london
All the rooms at the bed and breakfast
The property was built in 1970
l Among shops and eateries on a
are equipped with a seating area and can
and features accommodations with
bustling street, this relaxed hostel
sleep up to three people. With a shared
a balcony.
with an artsy vibe is a 2-minute walk
bathroom, rooms at Muswell Hill B&B
from Wood Green tube station, and
also offer a garden view. We also provide
bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen,
4 minutes’ stroll from the boats and
guests with a desk or table, a kettle,
towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite
playgrounds at Alexandra Park.
and free high speed WiFi. Continental
channels, a dining area, a fully equipped
breakfast is available every morning
kitchen, and a patio with garden views.
Dorms and private rooms have shared bathrooms, while upgraded rooms add en suite facilities. Studios
served in your room. The nearest airport is London City
feature sleeping lofts, kitchens and
Airport, 11 miles from the bed and
dining areas.
breakfast. Bounds Green Underground
There’s a casual lobby bar, as well as an
The apartment is equipped with 4
Emirates Stadium is 3.7 miles from the apartment, while King’s Cross Theatre is 5.6 miles away. The nearest airport is London
Station (Piccadilly Line) is only 1 mile
City, 9.3 miles from Luxury London
event space featuring pop-up restaurants,
away which connects directly with
Apartment, and the property offers a
art exhibitions and live performances.
Heathrow Airport.
paid airport shuttle service.
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FOOD & DRINK
Victoria Stakes
Tomo Pizzeria & Restaurant
No.1 Muswell Hill, London N10 3TH
88 Hornsey High Street
Museum Tavern
T: +44 20 8883 7382.
London, N8 7NU
49 Great Russell Street (opposite the
l Victoria Stakes is one of North
T: +44 020 8348 0099
British Museum), London WC1B 3BA
London’s premier bars and restaurants.
E: info@tomopizzeria.com
T: +44 20 7242 8987
The a la carte restaurant menu
l Tomo is situated on Hornsey High
E: igreeneking-pubs.co.uk
changes every month and bar food and
Street, facing Alexandra Palace. We’re
l Visitors to the British Museum who have
tapas are also available; all created with
just a short walk away from Crouch
absorbed enough culture would do well to
fresh seasonal produce.
End Broadway, Hornsey Station &
visit the Museum Tavern across the street. Here they can absorb culture of a
The bar offers a selection of draught ales, lagers and bottled beers; an
Muswell Hill. Nearest tube: Turnpike Lane Station.
different kind; much of the carved wooden
extensive variety of world wines and
fittings, etched glass outer windows and
champagnes plus a popular cocktail list.
Mediterranean, European, Sicilian
Past customers include J.B. Priestley, Sir
Toff’s of Muswell Hill
The Grove Café
Arthur Conan Doyle and Karl Marx.
38 Muswell Hill Broadway, Muswell Hill
Alexandra Palace Way, London N22 7AY
London N10 3RT
T: +44 20 3602 2709
Lakeside café
T: +44 (0)20 8883 8656
l The Italian café sits in the picturesque
Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace
l For a traditional fish and chip shop
Grove where you can enjoy the Italian
Way, London, N22 7AY
experience it’s hard to beat Toff’s of
atmosphere, peace and tranquility.
E: info@lakesidecafe.co.uk
Muswell Hill, a family-run establishment
l The Lakeside Café is situated
with wood-paneled walls and a busy
coffee, teas, cakes, ice creams, iced
alongside the Palace’s famous Boating
fish counter.
coffees, homemade fresh lemonade
Local cuisine, Italian, Pizza,
some coloured leaded-glass detail remain.
Lake. Go and taste the delicious food
There’s a large selection of seafood
Serving tasty sandwiches, great
and detox juices.
and drinks, and view the indoor display of
available with everything from Dover sole
paintings featuring local artists.
to rainbow trout on offer, both fried and
Cilicia Cafe & Restaurant
grilled, in addition to British classics such
440 Muswell Hill Broadway, London
as steak and kidney pie.
N10 1BS
Step outside and watch the water wildlife, take a boat ride around the lake,
For those who manage to leave a little
T: +44 020 8444 7172
tranquil, breathtaking scenery of leafy
room for desert try ice cream from Marine
E: info@thecilicia.com
parkland around.
Ices and traditional steamed deserts.
l A family owned Mediterranean
or simply sit back and enjoy the acres of
Cilicia Cafe & Restaurant
Restaurant in Muswell Hill Broadway, London, Cilicia Cafe & Restaurant offers a wide range of traditional and contemporary dishes, as well as steak from the grill and fish. A warm, welcoming, cosy atmosphere for all-day dining, where you can experience the most distinguished examples of rich Mediterranean Cuisine.Meals are prepared with carefully selected ingredients and special recipes.
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ATTRACTIONS
London Eye
London Eye Riverside Building, County Hall, London SE1 7PB T: 0870 5000600 l See the capital from above on the famous London Eye. Enjoy amazing 360-degree views over London from the London Eye, a rotating observation wheel which is 135 metres (443 ft) high. Spot some of the capital’s most iconic landmarks and top attractions, including Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Buckingham Palace. Within each capsule, interactive guides allow you to explore the capital’s iconic landmarks in several languages. The gradual rotation in one of the 32 high-tech glass capsules takes approximately 30 minutes and gives you an ever-changing perspective of
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the filmmakers who brought the Harry
Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden
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Cross, Westminster and Embankment
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are also a short walk away. Several bus
l Step on to authentic sets, discover the
Prices:
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magic behind spellbinding special effects
Child Ticket : From £84.00 per ticket
and explore the behind-the-scenes
Adult Ticket : From £89.00 per ticket
secrets of the Harry Potter film series.
Tickets must be booked online in
London. You can skip most of the queues with a fast-track entry ticket. The London Eye is located on the
Tickets to the London Eye must be pre-booked online with timed entry.
Potter film series to life.
Discover the iconic Hogwarts Great
advance. No tickets on the door. Tickets
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Hall and explore the Forbidden Forest,
are timed and you must arrive in time for
Child ticket : From £22.00 per ticket
all before boarding the original Hogwarts
your tour. If you are travelling from Central
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Express at Platform 9 ¾ and wandering
London, book with visitlondon.com and
Children under three years old are free.
down Diagon Alley.
your transport from Victoria is included.
Opening Times:
films were produced, the Studio Tour
Opening Times:
The London Eye opening times vary
showcases the British talent, imagination
The first tour starts at 10:00 and the
throughout the year, typically the
and artistry that went into making the
last tour is between 16:00 and 18:30
attraction opens at 10am and closes
impossible a reality on screen. Visitors
(depending upon the time of year, school
between 6pm and 8.30pm.
will relive the magic through the eyes of
holidays and weekends).
Located at the Studios where all eight
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HM Tower of London Tower Hill, City of London, London EC3N 4AB T: 0844 482 7777 E: toweroflondon@hrp.org.uk l Despite the Tower of London’s grim reputation as a place of torture and death, within these walls you will also
Emirates Air Line cable car
discover the history of a royal palace, an armoury and a powerful fortress. Don’t miss Royal Beasts and learn about
Hop-on hop-off London Bus Tour
aerial views of London’s skyline, as you
the wild and wonderous animals that
l See London’s iconic landmarks from
travel from the Greenwich Peninsula to
have inhabited the Tower, making it the
the comfort of a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
the Royal Docks.
first London Zoo.
Enjoy unlimited travel around London
Discover the priceless Crown Jewels, join an iconic Beefeater on a tour and hear their bloody tales, stand where
Enjoy beautiful views of the Thames,
over 24 or 48 hours and get a free river
London’s skyline, the Greenwich
tour included with your bus ticket.
Peninsula, the Royal Docks and The O2.
The buses cover five different routes
View sunset over the river and watch
famous heads have rolled, learn the
with more than 60 stops, so there’s
the city come alive after dark with
legend of the Tower’s ravens, storm the
plenty of opportunity to see London’s
extended night flights after 7pm.
battlements, get to grips with swords
most famous places. You can hop on
and armour, and much more!
and off as many times as you want, giving
boarding pass for 10 single trips on
This content has been supplied by HM
you the chance to explore areas and
the Emirates Air Line for £17, or hire a
Tower of London
attractions in more detail.
private cabin for a round trip with up to
Prices :
have the opportunity to see iconic
Child Ticket : From £14.40 per ticket
landmarks including:
of packages, including the Emirates
Adult Ticket : From £28.90 per ticket
• Tower of London
Air Line Discovery Experience,
Children under 5 free.
• Buckingham Palace
which includes a non-stop round trip,
Reduced admission for online
• Westminster Abbey
onboard video tour, free entrance to
advance booking.
• Oxford Street & Regent Street
the Emirates Aviation Experience and a
• Shakespeare’s Globe
souvenir guide.
Book single tickets or a multi-journey
On the hop-on hop-off tour, you’ll
Opening Times:
• St Paul’s Cathedral
Open all year.
• Trafalgar Square
Summer:
10 passengers. You can also enjoy a wide range
The Emirates cable car journey times are adjusted according to passenger
Buses generally operate every 15 to
1 March - 31 October: Tuesday
20 minutes, but this varies by time of year
- Saturday 09:00-18:00 / Sunday -
and is subject to change.
flow or weather conditions and range from five to around 13 minutes. You can either catch the Emirates Air Line cable cars from North Greenwich
Monday 10:00-18:00. Last admission 17:00.
Prices :
or board on the Royal Victoria side of
Winter:
Adult ticket : From £28.00 per ticket
the river (return flights are available).
- Saturday 09:00-17:00 / Sunday -
Emirates Air Line cable car
Prices:
Monday 10:00-17:00.
l Glide above the Thames in the
Child ticket: From £4.00 per ticket
Last admission 16:00.
Emirates Air Line cable car and take in
Adult ticket : From £8.00 per ticket
1 November - 28 February: Tuesday
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The Shard at sunset
The View from The Shard The View from The Shard, Joiner Street London SE1 9QU T: +44 (0)844 499 7111 E: enquiries@theviewfromtheshard.com l Experience 360-degree views over London with a visit to The View from The Shard. At more than 1,000ft (300 metres) tall, The Shard in London Bridge is almost twice as high as any other building in the city.Experience 360-degree views over London with a visit to The View from The Shard. At more than 1,000ft (300 metres) tall, The Shard in London Bridge is almost twice as high as any other building in the city. You can go inside The Shard building and look out over London from the viewing platforms on levels 68 and 69. You can also head up to the Skydeck on level 72 - an open-air platform offering spectacular views over London. Top things to see from The View from The Shard include Tower Bridge, the twists and turns of the river Thames, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre and St Paul’s Cathedral.
SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Aquarium is located in County Hall
County Hall, Riverside Building,
building on the south bank of the river
Shard building, located just outside London
London SE1 7PB
Thames, next to the London Eye.
Bridge Station - the main entrance can be
T: +44 (0)20 7967 8000
accessed on Joiner Street. The closest
E: info@londonaquarium.co.uk
Waterloo (also the nearest Tube
stations are London Bridge Underground
l Explore the marine world at SEA
station). You can also walk from
Station (Northern and Jubilee Lines) and
LIFE London Aquarium on London’s
Westminster or Charing Cross
London Bridge Railway Station (Southern
South Bank.
stations. Several bus routes serve the
The View from The Shard is part of The
and Southeastern trains). Guarantee entry by booking The View from The Shard tickets in advance online.
During your visit you’ll stroll underneath the sea in the glass
The nearest train station is
area with stops nearby. You must book tickets in advance
Ocean Tunnel; take a trip to Seahorse
to go to the London Aquarium. When
Kingdom; spot piranhas and crocodiles
booking you’ll choose a date and
Prices:
in the Rainforest Adventure and test
15-minute entry timeslot. Book tickets.
Child ticket (under four years old) : FREE
your nerves on the Shark Walk as
Adult ticket : From £45.00 per ticket
sharks swim beneath you. Other
Opening Times:
creatures you’ll meet include penguins,
The aquarium is open seven days a
clownfish, rays, jellyfish and starfish.
week, with entry from 10am to 3:45pm.
Opening Times: Opening times may vary. Check with the venue in advance.
Most visits last between one and two hours. The SEA LIFE London
Opening times may be subject to change and tickets must be booked in advance.
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Kensington Palace
demure, romantic outfits of her first
National Gallery
Kensington Palace State Apartments,
public appearances to the glamour,
Trafalgar Square, Westminster,
Kensington Gardens, London W8 4PX
elegance and confidence of her later life.
London WC2N 5DN
T: 0844 482 7777
Highlights include the pink blouse worn
T: +44 (0)20 7747 2885
E: kensingtonpalace@hrp.org.uk
for Diana’s engagement portrait in 1981
E: information@ng-london.org.uk
l Kensington Palace, a palace of
and the ink blue velvet gown, worn when
l Explore the story of European art
secret stories and public lives, has been
the princess danced with John Travolta.
at the National Gallery, masterpiece
influenced by generations of royal women.
This content has been supplied by
by masterpiece, with its collection
Kensington Palace.
belonging to the public which includes
Experience life as an 18th-century royal courtier whilst making your way
inspiring works by Botticelli, Leonardo da
through the magnificent King’s and
Prices:
Vinci, Rembrandt, Gainsborough, Turner,
Queen’s State Apartments adorned
Child Ticket : From £8.50 per ticket
Renoir and Van Gogh.
with remarkable paintings from the
Adult Ticke: From £17.00 per ticket
Royal Collection.
Free entry for children under 5.
This season we have incredible exhibitions for you to enjoy. Discover
Victoria Revealed, set within the rooms
how ‘Mantegna and Bellini’ shaped the
Queen Victoria lived in as a child, is an
Opening Times:
Renaissance or see to the bright and
exhibition that explores her life and reign
1st March - 31st October:
vibrant images of the Impressionist
as wife, mother, Queen and Empress.
10:00 - 18:00 daily, last admission 17:00.
movement in ‘Courtauld Impressionists:
1st November until 28th February:
From Manet to Cézanne’.
Diana: Her Fashion Story - Kensington Palace’s newest exhibition - traces
10:00 - 16:00 daily, last admission 15:00.
the evolution of Diana’s style; from the
Closed 24-26 December inclusive.
If you are looking for adventure you can also join the Winter Survival festival for a weekend of Poetry, printmaking and
Trafalgar Square and the National Gallery
skilled drawing workshops. The National Gallery also have the first UK exhibition of Spain’s Impressionist, Joaquín Sorolla, in over a century (opens 18 March 2019), an exhibition dedicated to celebrating the vivid seascapes and animated scenes of Spanish life. This content has been supplied by National Gallery. Prices: Entrance for gallery is free, charges for events/special exhibitions. Opening Times: Daily 10am to 6pm, and Friday 10am to 9pm. Closing commences five minutes before time stated. Free admission to the collection and some special exhibitions. Charges apply for major loan exhibitions.
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What’s
on in London UNTIL 30TH APRIL 2022
prequel to the Wizard of Oz. It follows
Boys’ Dormitory are filled with Christmas
The Book of Mormon
two friends, Glinda and Elphaba, and
decorations and the detailed Hogwarts
n Laugh along to musical comedy, The
tells the story of how they became
castle model is covered in a special
Book of Mormon at the Prince of Wales
Glinda The Good and The Wicked Witch
blanket of snow. Plus, Diagon Alley is
Theatre near Leicester Square.
of the West respectively.
looking even more wintry with a dusting
Winner of multiple awards, including
Wicked has won more than 100
of snow on its cobbles and shopfronts.
four Oliviers and nine Tony Awards, this
major awards and is one of the longest
Broadway musical from the creators
running musicals in West End theatre
is given a seasonal makeover with
of South Park, Trey Parker and Matt
history. The show features the famous
filmmakers’ snow draped across the trees.
Stone, and Avenue Q co-creator
song, Defying Gravity.
Robert Lopez, has been a hit with UK audiences since 2013.
The musical is approximately two
New for 2021, the Forbidden Forest
Get up close to props, costumes and models used in the Harry Potter films,
hours and forty-five minutes long,
then take a look around the studio’s
including one interval. Suitable for a
famous movie sets, decorated as they
general audience.
were for the festive scenes.
who are more worried about war, famine,
Where: Apollo Victoria Theatre, 17
Where: Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden
poverty and AIDS than religion.
Wilton Road, Westminster, London
Hertfordshire WD25 7LR
Parental guidance is advised and under-
T: +44 (0)20 7834 6318
T: +44 (0)34 5084 0900
A satirical musical which tells the story of two young Mormon missionaries as they naively try to convert the locals,
E: visitor.services@wbstudiotour.co.uk
16s must be accompanied by, and sat next to, an adult.
UNTIL 16 JANUARY 2022 Hogwarts in the Snow at Warner
UNTIL 1ST OCTOBER 2022
Where: The Prince of Wales Theatre,
Bros. Studio Tour London – The
Mamma Mia!
31 Coventry Street, London
Making of Harry Potter
n Enjoy feel-good musical Mamma
T: 0844 482 5110
n Celebrate a very magical festive
Mia! and find out why this show’s been
E: customer.service@delfontmackintosh.
season with Hogwarts in the Snow at
running for more than 20 years on the
co.uk
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The
West End stage.
Making of Harry Potter. UNTIL 27TH NOVEMBER 2022
Winter has arrived at the wizarding
Just like the film of the same name, bride-to-be Sophie attempts to find
Wicked
world, with a true festive makeover.
her father so he can give her away
n Join more than nine million people
Glittering Christmas trees line the Great
at her wedding. She invites three
who have witnessed the previously
Hall and a replica festive feast including
possible candidates to the wedding on
untold story of two sorcerers and their
flaming Christmas puddings is laid out
a mythical Greek island, with hilarious
incredible friendship in Wicked at the
on the long tables.
consequences – all set to a soundtrack
Apollo Victoria theatre.
Around the rest of the studio, special-
Wicked The Musical is based on
effect fires roar in the fireplaces, the
a novel by Gregory Maguire and is a
Gryffindor Common Room and the
of ABBA songs! Since opening in 1999, more than eight million theatregoers to London’s West
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End have enjoyed the musical, and it’s
exchange – which will keep you on your
also been turned into a blockbuster film
toes as you attempt to connect callers.
with a sequel.
And hear stories of wartime shelters
n Delve into the ancient capital’s
that provided safety from air raids for
most horrible history at the London
thousands of Londoners.
Dungeon. Experience live actors,
Where: Novello Theatre, London, WC2B 4LD
Study the ticket office and recognise
The London Dungeon
thrilling rides and exciting special
T: 0844 482 5115
iconic tiles in a recreation of the now
effects during this terrifying
E: customer.service@delfontmackintosh.
closed Aldwych Tube station. There’s
90-minute experience.
co.uk
also the chance to discover never-before-
The London Dungeon is a walk-
seen drawings, objects and posters of
through experience that recreates
UNTIL 29TH MAY 2022
disused stations and learn more about
scenes from London’s scary history.
The Mousetrap
why some stations are no longer open.
Take the medieval lift into the
n Head to St Martin’s Theatre to see the
depths of the dungeon and begin
longest-running play in the world, Agatha
Where: London Transport Museum,
your journey. Along the way you’ll
Christie’s The Mousetrap.
39 Wellington Street, Covent Garden,
have a close shave with Fleet Street
London WC2E 7BB
barber Sweeney Todd, investigate
shows, the first performance of The
T: +44 (0)34 3222 5000
the mysterious identity of Jack the
Mousetrap was in London in 1952.
W: www.ltmuseum.co.uk
Ripper and discover the dreadful
One of the West End’s most popular
The Mousetrap is a classic whodunnit
secrets of the torture chamber. Not
that takes place in a remote English
UNTIL 31ST DECEMBER 2022
country house hotel during a snowstorm.
The Queen’s Diamond
The hotel owners and their guests are
Jubilee Galleries
on London’s South Bank, a short
shocked when Detective Sergeant
n Step inside The Queen’s Diamond
walk from Waterloo mainline and
Trotter turns up and tells them that a
Jubilee Galleries in Westminster Abbey,
London Underground stations.
murderer is coming to the hotel. But it
as the once-hidden space opens to the
There is no age limit for the
seems the murderer has already arrived
public for the very first time.
when one of the guests is found dead!
for the faint-hearted! The London Dungeon is located
London Dungeon. However, the
Located high above the world-
recommended minimum age is 12
Expect the usual twists, turns and
famous abbey in the medieval triforium,
years old, while visitors aged under
double-bluffs as the audience tries to
the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Galleries
16 must be accompanied by an adult
work out which character is responsible
offer spectacular views of the church
aged 18 years old or over. This is due
for the murder.
and the Houses of Parliament.
to the slightly scary nature of some
After the show, you’ll be asked to keep
The new exhibition and gallery is
of the attractions.
the identity of the killer a secret so the
home to more than 300 objects from
play remains a mystery to others.
Westminster Abbey’s treasured collection, which traces its 1,000-history through
Where: St Martins Theatre, West Street,
four themes: Building Westminster Abbey,
Soho, London WC2H 9NZ
Worship and Daily Life, Westminster
T: +44 (0)20 7836 1443
Abbey and the Monarchy, and The Abbey and National Memory.
ALL YEAR (OPEN DAILY FROM 10AM
Discover an array of fascinating items,
Where: The London Dungeon,
TO 6PM (LAST ADMISSION 5.15PM)
including a model of the abbey created
County Hall, Westminster Bridge
Hidden London: the Exhibition at
by Christopher Wren, a 14th-century
Road, London SE1 7PB
London Transport Museum
service book, the coronation chair of
T: +44 (0)20 7403 7221
n Uncover secret spots and stories of
Mary II, and the marriage license for the
London’s Underground, as the London
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
Open 7 days a week every day of the year except Christmas Day.
Transport Museum recreates abandoned Tube stations and wartime bunkers in the
Where: Westminster Abbey,
Opening hours vary during year.
immersive Hidden London: the Exhibition.
Westminster, London SW1P 3PA
Tickets for a timed entry slot must
T: +44 (0)20 7222 5152
be booked in advance.
Second World War hideaway, complete
E: info@westminster-abbey.org
Tickets cost from £24 per person.
with a replica dining room and telephone
W: www.westminster-abbey.org
Experience Winston Churchill’s
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R E K O EEK O
W E N H S CTS OF T FA
Interesting snooker facts brought to you by Snooker Shorts. For more facts and shorts visit: www.snookershorts.com
FACT 131
Mark King played 12 consecutive foul shots during the 1997 Masters. John Higgins would equal this against King in the 2006 GP
FACT 132
Power Snooker was a short-lived game type in 2010-11 which involved continuous re-racking and players competing for most points
FACT 133
Maximum breaks per decade: 1980s - 8; 1990s - 26; 2000s - 35; 2010s - 86
FACT 134
Marcel Eckardt became the youngest person to referee a ranking final at age 25 during the 2015 German Masters
FACT 135
Matthew Stevens reached the final of all three Triple Crown events in the 1999/00 season
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Painting over
olives
Welcome to the first Artist’s Spotlight! In this issue we are featuring our very own Cue The Event team member E.R. Larder, who is a highly talented artist working mainly in acrylics and oil on canvas, and can paint anything and everything. His great love is portraiture and landscape work.
For this first issue of Artist’s Spotlight he has produced a special snooker-themed piece. Take a look at some of his other artwork here too. Based in Spain, he is particularly keen on painting the Andalucian local villagers! Email: roylarder@yahoo.co.uk If you would like to feature in ‘Artist’s Spotlight’ in the next edition of Cue the event magazine, please email : cuetheeventmagazine@gmail.com (putting ‘Artist’s Spotlight’ in the subject line).
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You’re Snookered! Fans of Ronnie O’ Sullivan will happily recall him laying down two great snookers against Neil Robertson in the 8th frame of the 2021 World Grand Prix. Anyone who follows the game of snooker knows that laying down a snooker can put the opponent in an unfavorable position, and can significantly change the outcome of a frame or match. Here is a small selection of some memorable ones from years past...
Mark Selby achieved 4 snookers against Steven Hendry at the 2011 World Championships in frame 16 of the 2nd round . He went on to win the match 13-4. In the 2006 World Championship quarter final Ken Doherty battled back to win a frame in which he had needed 3 snookers, eventually losing the match 13-10 to Marco Fu. At the 1996 British Open Nigel Bond won his maiden ranking event title in dramatic fashion by defeating John Higgins 9-8 on the black having needed a snooker in the deciding frame. Mike Hallett recovered from needing 4 snookers in a semi final match against John Parrott in the 1988 Benson & Hedges Masters, to win the decider 6–5. He lost 9-0 to Steve Davis in the final. John Spencer achieved 6 snookers in the 6th frame of the 1987 Dulux British Open to win the frame against Jimmy White. Jimmy went on to win the match 5-3. At the 1985 Goya Matchroom Trophy Cliff Thorburn was trailing Jimmy White 7-0 and 74-0 in the 8th frame. With 4 reds remaining, Thorburn was awarded a free ball and forced two more fouls and another free ball and cleared the table with a break of 42 to win on the black. CUE the event magazine I 37 You´re snookered.indd 3
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