Step inside STOREHOUSE, one of the most artistically ambitious, large-scale immersive theatre events ever to be staged in the UK. In a vast, disused warehouse in Deptford – once the paper store of Britain’s most influential newspapers – you’ll uncover a sprawling, hidden archive, built to house every news story, message, memory and meme ever […]

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After the success of 2023’s sell-out tour, the UK’s number one vocal harmony group The Overtones are bringing back the Good Times Christmas Tour for 2024. The multi-platinum selling group will spread the Christmas spirit across the UK with their highly anticipated annual tour. I first became aware of The Overtones after the release of […]

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If you’re looking for an Indian restaurant in Covent Garden then there is a new place on the block that’s set to become a staple if you are on the hunt for a curry in central London.  Located next to the famous Lyceum Theatre, home to The Lion King (so close in fact that they […]

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Whether you’re documenting a stage performance or you just want to add to your photographer’s portfolio, capturing stage and theatre photos is an art worth mastering.  The world of theatre offers a dynamic and visually rich environment, which demands a blend of technical expertise and artistic intuition from photographers. If you are seeking to master […]

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As the year winds up and the nights draw in it can be tempting to stay in and hibernate.  But London still has tons going on to tempt us away from our homes and out into the world for some Winter fun!  As the end-of-year celebrations draw ever near and having already looked at the […]

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The sun is out in the city as I am writing this and the minute those blue skies hit there’s one thing us Brits love to do, and that’s decant to a pub!  We love a drink in the sun and if there’s a good view, even better!  Rooftop bars are a growing hit in London […]

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In the smouldering promise of the fall of Troy, a mythical world of Gods and mortals rises from the ashes. As Greece teeters on the brink of victory, the neon backstreets of Downtown Troy give way to a sprawling labyrinth hiding secrets even the prophecies could not foretell. In this colossal playground, the furies watch […]

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London has so many boroughs to explore it can be hard to keep track, and until recently the only reason people were aware of Wembley Park was because of the famous football stadium.  Watching matches here was certainly the only reason I had visited previously until it was brought to my attention just how much […]

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As someone who has been single for well over 3 years at this point and loving it, I’m a big supporter of embracing life in the city as a single woman!  No pandering to partners or forced declarations of love, instead, you get to do exactly what you want, all the time.  Honestly, it’s a […]

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The one thing my love of travel has brought me is an appreciation for world foods.  Lately, I’ve been particularly drawn to Asian cuisine, especially after my trip to China, Hong Kong and Japan a few years ago which totally made me fall in love with various foods from that region.  Currently, I’m planning a […]

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