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What’s Oct/Nov/14
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Nuri Bilge Ceylan // 27 October – 27 November BFI Southbank
Bordeauxlicious // Until 12 October Skylon
Marvel at the visual splendour of Palme d’Or winning director Nuri Bilge Ceylan ..............................................................................
Bordeauxlicious is Skylon’s month-long festival of wine where they will look at this most famous wine region of them all in a totally new light ..............................................................................
London Literature Festival // Until 13 October Southbank Centre
This autumn Southbank Centre celebrate the power of words to change the world for the better with some of the world’s finest writers and performers: Hilary Mantel, Stephen Fry and Kate Tempest ..............................................................................
WHY – What’s Happening for the Young? // 23 – 26 October Southbank Centre
FREE
Southbank Centre asks big questions about what’s happening for young people, and how we can inspire everyone to become champions for children’s rights, in their own homes, schools, communities and the wider world ..............................................................................
IWM Short Film Festival // 23 October – 10 November IWM London
FREE
Free screenings of shortlisted entries of this year’s IWM Short Film Festival will take place Thursdays to Mondays ..............................................................................
Frostival // 15 November 2014 – 4 January 2015 The London Eye Enjoy our ice rink, Eyeskate, during the festive season. Plus, try something special with our Winter Cocktail Experience
Film Island of Lemurs (U) // Check website for screening times BFI IMAX
Academy Award® winner Morgan Freeman narrates the IMAX 3D® documentary ‘Island of Lemurs: Madagascar’, the incredible true s tory of nature’s greatest explorers – lemurs ..............................................................................
Dracula Untold (15) // Check website for screening times BFI IMAX
‘Dracula Untold’ goes back to the beginning of the Dracula legend, telling the story of how the mortal Prince Vlad went on to become the infamous vampire ..............................................................................
Sci-Fi: Day’s of Fear and Wonder // October 2014 – January 2015 BFI Southbank
A season of films celebrating the daring and fascinating genre that is sci-fi ..............................................................................
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (12A) // From 17 October BFI IMAX
Everyone’s favourite gang of reptilian martial arts masters are back fighting crime on the streets of New York in ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ ..............................................................................
The Comic Genius of Jacques Tati // 20 October – 20 November BFI Southbank
Rediscover the newly restored films of the loveable French actor-director Jacques Tati ..............................................................................
Birth of the Method: The Revolution in American Acting // 25 October – 30 November BFI Southbank
Explore the acting method that bore some of the most powerful performances ever seen on screen ..............................................................................
Horror Week at House of Vans London // From 27 October House of Vans London Horror movies in the HOV cinema
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Invasion of the Body Snatchers // 31 October – 13 November BFI Southbank
When several patients tell him that their loved ones are ‘somehow changed,’ a small-town Doctor feels compelled to investigate... ..............................................................................
Playtime // 7 – 20 November BFI Southbank
Prepare yourself for a good old-fashioned chuckle at the classic French comedy ..............................................................................
Interstellar (Cert TBC) // From 7 November BFI IMAX
Space epic ‘Interstellar’ takes place on a troubled Earth, where dwindling food supplies are forcing humankind to consider the possibilities available to them beyond Earth’s boundaries ..............................................................................
Winter Sleep // 21 – 27 November BFI Southbank
Palme d’Or winning director Nuri Bilge Ceylan’s latest film tells the story of retired actor Aydin
Theatre & Performance Electra // Until 20 December The Old Vic
Kristin Scott Thomas and director Ian Rickson reunite to bring Sophocles’ tragedy to The Old Vic in the round ..............................................................................
The James Plays // Until 29 October Olivier at National Theatre
A trio of new history plays presented in groundbreaking collaboration between the National Theatre of Scotland, National Theatre of Great Britain and Edinburgh International Festival ..............................................................................
Ballyturk // Until 11 October Lyttelton at National Theatre
Cillian Murphy returns to the National following his performance in Misterman. He is joined by Mikel Murfi and Stephen Rea ..............................................................................
That Catherine Bennett Show // 25 – 28 October Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall
Award-winning artist Bryony Kimmings and her nine-year-old niece Taylor Houchen present an audacious pop star to challenge the typical role models on offer in pop music ..............................................................................
The Way Back Home // 29 October – 2 November Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall
Based on the book by Irish author Oliver Jeffers, a story about a young boy who discovers a aeroplane in his closet ..............................................................................
Here Lies Love // Until 8 January 2015 Dorfman at National Theatre
A revolutionary musical experience from David Byrne and Fat Boy Slim tracing the astonishing journey of Imelda Marcos ..............................................................................
JOHN // From 30 October Lyttelton at National Theatre
DV8 Physical Theatre return to the National with a new verbatim dance-theatre work by Artistic Director Lloyd Newson
Behind the Beautiful Forevers // From 10 November Olivier at National Theatre
Katherine Boo spent three years in Anawadi recording the lives of its residents. From her uncompromising book, David Hare has fashioned a tumultuous play on an epic scale ..............................................................................
Philip Pullman’s Grimm Tales Adapted and directed by Philip Watson // 21 November 2014 – 15 February 2015 Bargehouse A deliciously twisted immersive fairy tale experience. Captivating storytelling for adults and their brave children
Exhibitions First World War Galleries // Permanent Galleries IWM London
FREE
Ground-breaking galleries that commemorate the Centenary of the First World War ..............................................................................
The Hospital in the Oatfield // Until 26 October Florence Nightingale Museum
To mark the centenary of the First World War, the Florence Nightingale Museum present an exhibition honouring the work of nurses in war-torn France ..............................................................................
Truth and Memory: British Art of the First World War // Until 8 March 2015 IWM London
FREE
The largest exhibition of British First World War art for almost 100 years ..............................................................................
Horrible Histories©: Spies // Until 4 January 2015 IWM London
Explore the world of Second World War spies through this family-friendly exhibition ..............................................................................
A letter in Mind // 2 – 5 October gallery@oxo
FREE
Over 200 artists’ responses to the title ‘A Letter in Mind’ created on envelopes to raise funds for The National Brain Appeal’s 30th Anniversary ..............................................................................
The Art of Zhen Shan Ren // 8 – 26 October gallery@oxo
FREE
This art is meant to inform the viewer, inspire the soul, and enable the spirit ..............................................................................
Shaped in Mexico // 9 – 12 October Bargehouse
FREE
An immersive exhibition featuring Latin America’s best contemporary artists, designers and DJs, and amazing cuisine ..............................................................................
MIRRORCITY: London Artists on Fiction and Reality // 14 October 2014 – 4 January 2015 Hayward Gallery
FREE
A new video installation, Undead Sun, which explores perspectives on visibility, technology and the reconstruction of narratives during the First World War. Commissioned for IWM by Film and Video Umbrella ..............................................................................
War Story: Afghanistan 2014 // 23 October 2014 – 6 September 2015 IWM London
FREE
Day of the Dead celebration with Art installations, family workshops and a Mexican market ..............................................................................
An Unknown Soldier: An Exhibition by Henningham Family Press // 4 November 2014 – 4 January 2015 Saison Poetry Library at Royal Festival Hall
An Unknown Soldier is a series of printed poems responding to remembrance, DNA technology and propaganda ..............................................................................
Dazzle@oxo // 9 November 2014 – 11 January 2015 gallery@oxo
FREE
The UK’s largest selling exhibition of contemporary jewellery returns with the addition of handmade leather bags and Japanese scarves
Music & Dance Underworld // 11 October Royal Festival Hall at Southbank Centre
A one-off live show to mark the 20th anniversary reissue of Dubnobasswithmyheadman ..............................................................................
Remembrance Sunday: Britten’s War Requiem // 9 November Royal Festival Hall at Southbank Centre
Join Marin Alsop and the young musicians of the Royal Academy of Music in a performance of Benjamin Britten’s War Requiem ..............................................................................
Marianne Faithfull // 20 November Royal Festival Hall at Southbank Centre Marianne Faithfull celebrates a remarkable career in the music business with her 50th Anniversary World Tour
FREE
New immersive handling sessions that explore objects from our collections and how they connect with iconic large objects on display ..............................................................................
Creative Response // Every Sunday, 11am – 12.30pm & 2pm – 4pm IWM London
FREE
Get creative and tell IWM what inspired you on your visit ..............................................................................
FREE
Through the little known personal stories of those on the ground, this display provides a snapshot of this pivotal point in the history of Afghanistan
The Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment’s always-popular event for the under-5s and their families returns ..............................................................................
A Poppy Field // 25 October – 2 November IWM London
Join three famous writers as they discuss the impact of their approach to the First World War in children’s literature, fact and fiction ..............................................................................
Inside the Horse // 28 – 29 October, 3 – 4pm IWM London
Associate Puppetry Director Jimmy Grimes from War Horse demonstrates how the horses work and tells us how the show was developed ..............................................................................
Romeo and Juliet // 29 October – 14 November Temporary Theatre at National Theatre
A swift, contemporary celebration of Shakespeare’s masterpiece for a new generation. Suitable for ages 8 – 12 years ..............................................................................
Halloween Fish Witch // 31 October SEA LIFE London Aquarium
Lambeth Fireworks // 5 November Brockwell Park
Lambeth’s annual fireworks display. This year will feature a 20 minute musical display, a bonfire, funfair, stalls and various entertainments
Experiences Mondrian London at Sea Containers // Daily
Mondrian London is now open, boasting stunning river views, Sea Containers restaurant, Dandelyan cocktail bar, rooftop lounge and agua Bathhouse & Spa ..............................................................................
Shopping on The Balcony // Daily Waterloo Station
Family Fun Object Conversations // Every Sunday, 11am – 12.30pm & 2pm – 4pm IWM London
First World War in Children’s Literature // 27 October, 12 – 1pm & 3 – 4pm IWM London
Come to SEA LIFE London Aquarium to meet our Fish Witch and carved pumpkins ..............................................................................
OAE Tots // 19 October Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall
London’s most exciting artists examine the ever-growing realms of our lived experience, blurring the boundaries between internal and external worlds ..............................................................................
IWM Contemporary: Jane and Louise Wilson // 15 October 2014 – 11 January 2015 IWM London
Day of the Dead // 30 October – 2 November Bargehouse
FREE
Plant your own poppy in the IWM Poppy Field to remember those who gave their lives to protect their country ..............................................................................
Halloween // 25 October – 1 November The London Eye
Are you wicked enough to join the Class of 2014? Join the Witch Academy and learn spells and spooky facts on landmarks seen in our views ..............................................................................
Martin Brown Draws the First World War // 26 October, 12pm & 3pm IWM London
Brush up on your art skills and hear some of the First World War stories of life in the Trenches which inspired Martin Brown’s drawings for Horrible Histories® Terrible Trenches
Round off a trip to the South Bank with a little retail therapy on the Balcony at Waterloo Station. Shops such as Joules, Paper Chase and Hotel Chocolat are perfect for picking up a few treats ..............................................................................
Explore London by River // October – November MBNA Thames Clippers
Linking London’s attractions to get you where you need to be ..............................................................................
The HOME of Halloween // 1 October – 2 November The London Dungeon
This Halloween The Master of Tricks will officiate trick or treating, gripping storytelling, shocks, surprises and pumpkins a plenty ..............................................................................
Day of the Dead // 30 October – 2 November Chino Latino at Park Plaza Riverbank London
Chino Latino will be showcasing some of our South American fusion flavours during ‘Dia de los Muertos – The Day of the Dead’ ..............................................................................
Screamo // 31 October Primo Bar at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Primo Bar gets a spooky makeover with a blend of equally spooky acts and entertainment for the evening ..............................................................................
House of Vans Presents the Crossfire Halloween Massacre // 1 November House of Vans London
Music, fancy dress and skateboarding ..............................................................................
History Tours // Saturday 11 October & Saturday 8 November The Old Vic
Hear about The Old Vic’s fascinating past on a tour with Stage Door Manager Ned Seago
E at & Drink Jean’s Secret // Daily OXO Tower Restaurant
OXO would like to let you in on an indulgent little secret, but only if you can keep it on the hush-hush ..............................................................................
Autumn Not Afternoon Tea // Daily OXO Tower Brasserie
The weather might be turning, but the Brasserie is turning up the heat with these warming autumnal treats ..............................................................................
Eat, Eat, Eat // Daily Spectrum Bar at Park Plaza County Hall
Traditional Fish and Chips, including a drink only £12.50 ..............................................................................
Terrace Restaurant // Daily National Theatre
Offers a delicious menu of small sharing plates, along with seasonal cocktails and locally sourced spirits ..............................................................................
House // Daily National Theatre
A new dining destination at the heart of the National Theatre ..............................................................................
Afternoon Tea // Daily, 2.30 – 4.30pm Marriott Hotel County Hall
Enjoy this quintessentially English afternoon tea experience, in a traditional setting that overlooks the Thames and Houses of Parliament ..............................................................................
Perfect Pasta // Daily L’Italiano Restaurant at Park Plaza County Hall
Any Pasta dish and a glass of wine, only £12.50 ..............................................................................
English Sunday Roast // Every Sunday Gillray’s Steakhouse and Bar
Enjoy a sumptuous Sunday dinner with spectacular views across the Thames ..............................................................................
Brunch // Every Sunday, 12 – 4pm Skylon Grill
Skylon is the ideal riverside brunch spot, giving you the perfect end to your weekend ..............................................................................
Kitchen // Opening October National Theatre
The National Theatre’s new all-day café. Focusing on simple, healthy dishes using the freshest ingredients and local suppliers ..............................................................................
Autumn Menu // October – November Gillray’s Steakhouse and Bar
Feast upon seasonal dishes this autumn with breathtaking views of the Thames ..............................................................................
Ladies’ Night // 2 October Primo Bar at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
FREE
Free entry for ladies on the first Thursday of the month, live music and half price cocktails ..............................................................................
London Restaurant Festival Pop-Up // 8 – 27 October OXO Tower Restaurant
Restaurant Head Chef Jeremy Bloor is creating a pop up kitchen for the London Restaurant Festival where you can enjoy three courses for £30 ..............................................................................
White Night // 11 October Skylon
Skylon’s main restaurant and staff will be dressed all in white as they celebrate the wonderful white wines of legendary Bordeaux. All guests are encouraged to wear white
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