London’s theatres have responded to the London 2012 Olympic Games with a brace of sporty theatre shows. Here are our recommendations.
Read more...Archive for July 2012
26 Jul
2012
2012
London’s Bridges Dazzle for the Games
Over the last few nights Southbank strollers have been treated to a series of dazzling light displays on seven of London’s most famous bridges. To celebrate the 50 nights of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the road and pedestrian crossings …
Read more...26 Jul
2012
2012
Dutch and Tirol Cyclists Ride Into London for the Olympics
Two teams of charity cyclists arrive in London today having ridden all the way from Europe to celebrate the Olympic and Paralympic Games. A group of 150 orange-clad Dutch cyclists will pitch up at the Oranjecamping site in Walthamstow …
Read more...25 Jul
2012
2012
Behind The Scenes Of An Olympic Tour
How close can you get to the Olympic Park without a ticket? A guaranteed way to see the Orbit, Olympic Stadium and Athletes Village is to take the daily Olympic walking tour around the edge of the park. In spite of …
Read more...25 Jul
2012
2012
Return to Hippodrome: London’s Newest Casino Opens its Doors
First opened in 1900, the Hippodrome was originally intended for circus and variety performances. Not only did the likes of Charlie Chaplin grace the stage, but spectators would have also witnessed equestrian shows, exotic animals and even aquatic spectacles, which …
Read more...24 Jul
2012
2012
Where To Watch The Olympic Opening Ceremony in London
Sheep, a huge bell, a miniature Stonehenge, David Beckham and some NHS nurses…. Here’s where to watch the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony
Read more...24 Jul
2012
2012
Stonehenge Bounces into Town
Tourists often ask if they can go on a day trip to Stonehenge from London (the answer is yes). But now this English icon has come to the capital. Well, sort of… Sacrilege is effectively a massive bouncy castle, the creation …
Read more...23 Jul
2012
2012
Olympic Torch Lands in London
The Olympic Torch has arrived in London and is making its way around the city’s boroughs this week. The torch landed at The Tower of London on Friday evening, delivered via helicopter by a Royal Marine Commando, Marine Martyn Williams. …
Read more...22 Jul
2012
2012
The BBC Proms: A View From The Choir Seats
After a fantastic first night, week one of the 2012 BBC Proms has seen music from the likes of Strauss, Debussy and even My Fair Lady fill the grand Royal Albert Hall.
Read more...21 Jul
2012
2012
Warhol to Koons: East London hosts BMW Art Cars
From today a car park in East London hosts a unique collection of artworks. BMWs have been transformed by some of the world’s most celebrated artists including David Hockney, Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein. Don’t miss this fantastic, free exhibition …
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