The Foreign Office tipped us off about this great video ahead of the Queen’s birthday celebrations tomorrow. In the film, Major Nana Twumasi-Ankrah reminisces about watching the Queen’s Birthday Parade on TV as a child in Ghana; and now he …
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9 Jun
2011
2011
Thursday Theatre News: Ladykillers, the New Bush, Casting Updates and Extensions
Firstly, news that the classic Ealing comedy, The Ladykillers has been adapted for the stage by the writer behind hit TV comedies Father Ted and The IT Crowd, Graham Linehan, and will be coming to the Gielgud Theatre in November. …
Read more...9 Jun
2011
2011
In Pictures: The Corinthia Hotel
Last night I had a look round the recently-opened Corinthia Hotel. The hotel is dripping with five-star touches, from the huge bathrooms, to the walk-in wardrobes to the soon-to-open on-site Harrods store. What I’d really like to show you is the …
Read more...8 Jun
2011
2011
London 2012 Olympic Torch Design Revealed
Three is the magic number for the newly revealed Olympic Torch for 2012. Its triangular design has been inspired by the three significant trios behind the London 2012 Olympic Games. These include: the three Olympic values of respect, excellence and …
Read more...7 Jun
2011
2011
Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts
It is hard to believe that the Summer Exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts has been running for 243 years! Each year it showcases a selection of art from established and emerging artists chosen from more than 12,000 pieces, all hoping for …
Read more...6 Jun
2011
2011
Jerry Seinfeld at The O2
If I ever happen to see Jerry Seinfeld’s stand-up again, I must remember to wear waterproof mascara. It will prevent the kind of make-up mess that occurred on Friday evening, after shedding many tears of laughter. I hadn’t known what …
Read more...6 Jun
2011
2011
Kate Middleton’s Wedding Dress to be Displayed at Buckingham Palace
There’s an extra reason to visit Buckingham Palace this summer as Kate Middleton’s Royal Wedding dress will be on display from 23 July to 3 October 2011. The famous dress, designed by Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, is made of ivory …
Read more...4 Jun
2011
2011
London Photo of the Week: The Royal Thames Guide
This cover picture from The Royal Thames, a guide to London published in 1937 was shared with the Visit London Flickr group by mikeyashworth. The photo is in two Flickr groups which gather nostalgic images from books about London, London …
Read more...3 Jun
2011
2011
Ethiopia in London: Culture, Food and Sport
We interviewed London-based Ethiopian Tibebu Bogale of charity Plan UK to find out more about Ethiopian culture in London. Moving to London I moved to London in October 2009 for better opportunities. In my opinion, what most appeals to Ethiopians …
Read more...2 Jun
2011
2011
Thursday Theatre News: Julie Atherton, Tim Curry, Steven Webb and Justin Lee Collins
If you’re in town on Sunday 26 June, you’re in luck! West End star Julie Atherton will be performing a one-off solo concert at the Apollo Theatre that night. The former Avenue Q actress will sing tracks from her latest …
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