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SUMMARY:May Half-Term Museum Family Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Dive into half-term with the Foundling Museum and jam-packed family creative workshops. From theatrical puppet-making to crafting your own scrumptious soaps\, there's plenty to keep kids happy. Each workshop is led by a professional artist\, and kids get to take their creations home with them. Suitable for children aged 5-12\, must be accompanied by an adult.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/may-half-term-museum-family-workshops-3797ed9f-fe00-4b21-8679-7eaa2861cc4a
LOCATION:Foundling Museum\, 40 Brunswick Square\, London WC1N 1AZ\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/may-half-term-museum-family-workshops-3797ed9f-fe00-4b21-8679-7eaa2861cc4a
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
DTSTART:20260528T171500Z
DTEND:20260528T190000Z
SUMMARY:State Secrets & Black Power: Transforming Archival Research into Painting
DESCRIPTION:Artist Rudy Loewe interrogates Britain's attempts to destroy Caribbean Black Power movements during the 1960s and 70s through the Information Research Department\, a once top-secret unit within the Foreign & Commonwealth Office. More info: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/institute-of-advanced-studies/events/2026/may/state-secrets-black-power-transforming-archival-research-painting\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/state-secrets-black-power-transforming-archival-research-into-painting-9ef4de07-92cd-4e6a-9cba-c6b45a297f5f
LOCATION:UCL Institute of Advanced Studies\, South Wing\, Wilkins Building\, Gower St\, London WC1E 6BT\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/state-secrets-black-power-transforming-archival-research-into-painting-9ef4de07-92cd-4e6a-9cba-c6b45a297f5f
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
DTSTART:20260531T100000Z
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SUMMARY:Drink\, Death\, & Debauchery Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join this walking tour to learn about the debauched and boozy history of 18th-century London\, where half a pint of gin only set you back a penny. \n\nThis guided walking tour takes in the colourful history of London's West End around St Giles\, Seven Dials and Covent Garden.\n\nEnd the tour by enjoying a discounted drink in The Lamb pub on Conduit Street.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/drink-death-debauchery-walking-tour-6ab085df-e7a6-45ea-9904-779a5e340b1b
LOCATION:Dominion Theatre\, 268-269 Tottenham Ct Rd\, London W1T 7AQ\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/drink-death-debauchery-walking-tour-6ab085df-e7a6-45ea-9904-779a5e340b1b
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
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DTEND:20260602T203000Z
SUMMARY:Novo
DESCRIPTION:At the heart of NOVO lies the belief that the body is not separate from the universe\, but an expression of it. The Chakras help to map the body and re-connect to its living portals of sensation\, memory\, and motion. Through her signature blend of dance and philosophy\, artist and choreographer Sivan Rubinstein deepens her ongoing inquiry into the body as home: a vessel for creation\, loss and transformation.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/novo-90fe4a94-62fd-4211-9947-300832174482
LOCATION:The Place\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/novo-90fe4a94-62fd-4211-9947-300832174482
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
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SUMMARY:Novo
DESCRIPTION:At the heart of NOVO lies the belief that the body is not separate from the universe\, but an expression of it. The Chakras help to map the body and re-connect to its living portals of sensation\, memory\, and motion. Through her signature blend of dance and philosophy\, artist and choreographer Sivan Rubinstein deepens her ongoing inquiry into the body as home: a vessel for creation\, loss and transformation.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/novo-831606ca-eb3e-4acc-b428-3d93cce337a3
LOCATION:The Place\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/novo-831606ca-eb3e-4acc-b428-3d93cce337a3
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
DTSTART:20260603T183000Z
DTEND:20260603T203000Z
SUMMARY:Novo
DESCRIPTION:At the heart of NOVO lies the belief that the body is not separate from the universe\, but an expression of it. The Chakras help to map the body and re-connect to its living portals of sensation\, memory\, and motion. Through her signature blend of dance and philosophy\, artist and choreographer Sivan Rubinstein deepens her ongoing inquiry into the body as home: a vessel for creation\, loss and transformation.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/novo-39e80600-30cf-4427-a8c5-1ae60bc1eba2
LOCATION:The Place\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/novo-39e80600-30cf-4427-a8c5-1ae60bc1eba2
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
DTSTART:20260607T180000Z
DTEND:20260607T191500Z
SUMMARY:The Empire Podcast: How Empires Fall
DESCRIPTION:Join the hosts of the celebrated Empire podcast as they discuss how the legacy of the British Empire reshaped the modern world\, leaving a trail of upheaval\, resistance\, and transformation. William Dalrymple and Anita Anand explore how imperial domination fueled intellectual revolutions and political awakenings across Asia and beyond. Together\, they uncover the political and intellectual movements that challenged colonial power\, drawing connections between the past and the influence of the empire on global politics\, identity\, and resistance movements today. They will be in conversation with the British Library's Bee Rowlatt.\n\nThis event takes place at the Vision Hall at Town Hall across the road from the British Library. Address: Town Hall\, Bidborough Street\, Kings Cross\, London WC1H 9AU.\n\nJLF is the London edition of the world's largest literary event - The Jaipur Literature Festival. The event - two days of inspiring conversations\, ideas\, books\, music\, food and more - runs at the British Library over Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June\, 10:30 - 18:30. Tickets for the festival can be booked separately.\n\nPresented in partnership with Town Hall.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/the-empire-podcast-how-empires-fall-f15efdcf-29e3-4f79-b628-ca287809eb47
LOCATION:Town Hall by Bottaccio\, Bidborough St\, London WC1H 9AU\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/the-empire-podcast-how-empires-fall-f15efdcf-29e3-4f79-b628-ca287809eb47
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
DTSTART:20260617T090000Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:The Place's Webinar Wednesdays series returns for 2026! These weekly online sessions for dance professionals are programmed to encourage curiosity and connection. Each session of this year's webinars will feature a panel of exceptional artists placed together to gain broader perspectives on a shared topic\, expanding our knowledge and developing what we know about dance and dance practice. \n \nThe webinars are facilitated by Ben Wright (The Place's Artist Associate) exploring topics in cross-generational conversations that are resonant\, practical and nourishing\, to help dance professionals reimagine their future realities.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-2bd165ca-f650-4315-b6b0-c722693a23a1
LOCATION:The Place (Online)\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-2bd165ca-f650-4315-b6b0-c722693a23a1
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
DTSTART:20260622T180000Z
DTEND:20260622T200000Z
SUMMARY:The Annual Pitt Lecture 2026: Marcus Ryder on Carnival at 60 - Equity\, Justice and Representation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring evening of reflection and celebration at the Annual Pitt Lecture\, a flagship event in Love Camden's cultural programme.\n\nHeld in honour of Lord David Pitt\, whose legacy underpins Camden's commitment to equality and justice.\n\nMarking 60 years of the Notting Hill Carnival\, we look back to its roots in Camden in 1959\, when Claudia Jones and the West Indian Gazette organised Britains first Caribbean Carnival in response to racist attacks - recently memorialised with a Blue Plaque at Camden Town Hall.\n\nWe are delighted to welcome Marcus Ryder MBE as keynote speaker\, offering insight into Carnival's history\, its deep connections to Camden\, and its continuing influence on debates around inclusion\, representation and storytelling across the UK.\n\nWe hope you'll join us for what promises to be a thought‑provoking evening\, celebrating the Windrush generation and honouring the enduring legacy of Lord Pitt.\n\nPart of Camden's Windrush 2026 celebrations\n\nAll proceeds will go to the Claudia Jones Organisation\, in support of their work with the Windrush Justice Clinic - a free service which helps individuals impacted by the Windrush scandal.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/the-annual-pitt-lecture-2026-marcus-ryder-on-carnival-at-60-equity-justice-and-representation-66a725a7-71f5-4b16-bf47-2f7477724ccb
LOCATION:Camden Town Hall\, 5 Judd St\, London WC1H 9JE\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/the-annual-pitt-lecture-2026-marcus-ryder-on-carnival-at-60-equity-justice-and-representation-66a725a7-71f5-4b16-bf47-2f7477724ccb
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DTSTAMP:20260525T144506Z
DTSTART:20260624T120000Z
DTEND:20260624T130000Z
SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:The Place's Webinar Wednesdays series returns for 2026! These weekly online sessions for dance professionals are programmed to encourage curiosity and connection. Each session of this year's webinars will feature a panel of exceptional artists placed together to gain broader perspectives on a shared topic\, expanding our knowledge and developing what we know about dance and dance practice. \n \nThe webinars are facilitated by Ben Wright (The Place's Artist Associate) exploring topics in cross-generational conversations that are resonant\, practical and nourishing\, to help dance professionals reimagine their future realities.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-3ab38150-b622-4db4-a765-a08a463ddd46
LOCATION:The Place (Online)\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-3ab38150-b622-4db4-a765-a08a463ddd46
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