Today's Picks
- A film lover's guide to Bristol
- 9 comedy shows from the 90s you need to revisit
- Jon Ronson: ‘Everything I do now is about empathy’
- Lionel Richie at Leeds Arena – in pictures
- Losing the Cornerhouse is a blow for Manchester
- 6 surprising things you learn selling movie props
- 7 amazing things to do in Edinburgh this weekend
- 5 of the best comedy venues in Glasgow
- What if Wes Anderson directed X-Men?
Must-See Movies
From hi-octane action flicks to foreign arthouse films, here are nine terrific-looking new movies you’ll want to see this month
Best UK Gigs
Check out the hottest bands and music performers currently touring the country
Martial Arts Clichés
Grab those nunchucks and tighten that black belt – here are some of the worst over-used tropes in martial arts films
Leonard Nimoy Tributes
Following the beloved actor's death last week, we look at some of the most fitting tributes to come out of the sad occasion
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British Pie Week Mon-Sun 12noon-10pm
The White Swan, London
Mrs Lovett's pies will be cooked-up all week in the pub, including:Close Shave pork neck and blood...
City Of London Distillery Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, closed Bank Hols
City Of London Distillery, London
The City of London Distillery COLD for short opened in 2012 bringing gin distilling back to the City...
From The Waters And The Wild: British Seasonal Food And Fine Wine Evening Mar 6, 7.30pm-11pm
The White Swan, London
With spring on its way and the foraging season upon us, join us at The White Swan on...
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Lunchtime Recital Mar 6, 1.15pm
St Bride's Church, London
A free, lunchtime musical event.
Chardonnay Around The World Mar 9, 7pm-9pm
Vivat Bacchus, London
It's time to taste the King of the white grapes - Chardonnay!! Different countries, climates, winemaking processes and...
Resident Evil: Revelations 2 is good – but it isn’t survival horror
Ian Cooper dives into the first two episodes of the new Resident Evil spin-off – and finds a... Read more...
Master Class In Italian Wine: The North Mar 9, 7pm-9pm
Vivat Bacchus, London
We are pleased to have Shana Dilworth, from Armit, our Italian wine supplier, who will explain all you...
ETM Group Wedding Showcase Mar 14, 12noon-5pm
The White Swan, London
With ten different venues in the capital, ETM Group venues are certain to provide the perfect setting for...
Pairing Wine With Food - Including Mini Tasting Menu! Mar 16, 7pm-9pm
Vivat Bacchus, London
Whether you like to cook or eat out, it doesn't matter. This evening is all about learning to...
Noel Gallagher describes his career in movie analogies
Outspoken rock icon Noel Gallagher has compared the different phases of his music career to various high-profile film... Read more...
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Pinotage - Love It Or Not - Let’s See What We’ve Got Mar 16, 7pm-9pm
Vivat Bacchus, London
Scientist designed super-grapes were all the rage in the roaring twenties and so South Africa's signature grape was...
The Boat Show Comedy Club + Night Club Mar 7, 8pm-10.30pm
HMS President, London
London's finest floating comedy club is now in it's 14th year afloat on the Thames. We're temporarily moving...
Spector: ‘We became the band we always wanted to become’
Three years have passed since Spector released their excellent debut. Now they’re returning with a compelling second album Read more...
Classical Guitar Recital By Peter Joe Bennett Mar 9, 1.05pm-2pm
The Guild Church Of Saint Martin Within Ludgate, London
With a passionate but insightful approach to much of the standard repertoire, Peter Joe Bennett is a young...
Kaapzicht, South Africa Mar 23, 7pm-9pm
Vivat Bacchus, London
Kaapzicht, meaning Cape View, is a family-run winery with a hands on approach, with brothers Danie and George...
Lunchtime Recital Mar 10, 1.15pm
St Bride's Church, London
A free, lunchtime musical event.
6 things no one tells you about running a comedy festival
Sketchfest producers Adam Dahrouge and Ofer Yatziv told us just what happens to you when you start and... Read more...
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Death By Chocolate - A Murder Mystery Dinner Event May 2, 7pm-9.30pm
Punch Tavern, London
This is a great fun, period drama, full of fun and frolics, a Murder Mystery based on the...
GFF 2015: Exploring Glasgow's cinematic past
We join the Glasgow Film Festival walking tour to find out more about the history of cinema in... Read more...
Remember Mar 5, 7pm-2am
Fabric, London
// R E M E M B E R //Introducing a new concept fusing together art, electronic...
Fabriclive Mar 6, 11pm-7am
Fabric, London
Ben UFOPearson SoundPangaeaSpecial Guest: JackmasterDBridgeMark SystemAlix PerezKid DramaFractureSkepticalSP:MC...
Lunchtime Recital Mar 13, 1.15pm
St Bride's Church, London
A free, lunchtime musical event.
Noel Gallagher, Portishead and Alt-J for Latitude
Indie icon Gallagher, Mercury Prize winners Alt-J and cult act Portishead look set to be the highlights of... Read more...
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The Big Wednesday Comedy Club - Barbican Mar 11, 7.45pm-10.15pm
Charterhouse, London
A top quality fun night of big stand up comedy. Tonight's headliner is amazing cabaret act Tina Turner...
Thursday's At Patch Thu 6pm-12midnight
Patch, London
Every Thursday at Patch Bar is time for Hip Pop, RNB and 80's Funky music!We love our...
11 awesome action movies to watch on Netflix
There really is nothing quite like a hi-octane action flick. Handily, Netflix has you covered when it comes... Read more...
Two Stupids: Michael Legge And Caroline Mabey Edinburgh Preview Double Bill Mar 11, 7.30pm-10.15pm
The Betsey Trotwood, London
Edinburgh Preview double bill from two of the fringe's favourite idiots.THE VERY BEST OF MICHAEL LEGGE (a...
Museum Of The Order Of St John Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Museum Of The Order Of St John, London
The Museum Of The Order Of St John tells a unique and fascinating story - the story of...
Lunchtime Recital Mar 17, 1.15pm
St Bride's Church, London
A free, lunchtime musical event.
Star Wars meets Fifty Shades Of Grey in new parody
What happens when the biggest sci-fi franchise of all time collides with an erotic thriller phenomenon? The answer... Read more...
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Music Of Our Time Mar 18, 7.30pm-9.30pm
St Bride's Church, London
As part of the Brandenburg Choral Festival, JAM's annual showcase of new music gives the audience and performers...
9 must-see movies hitting cinemas this month
From hi-octane action flicks to foreign arthouse films, here are nine terrific-looking movies you’ll want to see this... Read more...
The Boat Show Comedy Club + Night Club Mar 14, 8pm-10.30pm
HMS President, London
London's finest floating comedy club is now in it's 14th year afloat on the Thames. We're temporarily moving...
Holst Singers: Miserere: Mass and Motets For An Easter Vigil Mar 19, 7.30pm-9.30pm
The Temple Church, London
Allegri Miserere Sanders Reproaches Martin Mass for Double Choir Messiaen O Sacrum Convivium The Holst SingersRenowned for...
Dancellennium Fri 6pm-12midnight
Patch, London
Great Happy hour from 4.30pm until 7.30pm. Great Cocktails, great Wines, great food but especially great Customer service....
Orlando Sings Orlando Mar 19, 7.30pm-10pm
St Andrew's Church, London
ORLANDO SINGS ORLANDO A concert to celebrate Orlando Chamber Choir's 20th anniversaryOrlando Chamber Choir Will Dawes, director...
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Lunchtime Recital Mar 20, 1.15pm
St Bride's Church, London
A free, lunchtime musical event.
The Big Wednesday Comedy Club - Barbican Mar 18, 7.45pm-10.15pm
Charterhouse, London
A top quality fun night of big stand up comedy. Tonight's headliner is crowd pleaser Tom Toal plus...
Dr Johnson's House Jan-Apr, Oct-Dec, Mon-Sat 11am-5pm, May-Sep, Mon-Sat 11am-5.30pm, closed Bank Hols
Dr Johnson's House, London
Dr Johnson's House is a charming 300-year-old townhouse, nestled amongst a maze of courts and alleys in the...
