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Person Spec by Forest Sounds at Alphabetti Theatre

Person Spec: a play where you’re part of the interview panel

Fancy livening up your next theatre visit with something a bit different? Then, Person Spec at Newcastle’s Alphabetti Theatre is just the ticket…

Dragon Fish - The Royal Society Lates in March

Fakes, forgeries and misinformation at Royal Society Late

Next month, the Royal Society’s Late event mixes tomfoolery with science as it tackles fake news and hoaxes…

VAULT Festival 2023

What to see at VAULT Festival: Flair Ground fun and quirky cabaret

Wondering what to see at VAULT Festival 2023? Here’s what caught our eye, from fresh new finds and quirky cabaret to immersive shows and thoughtful theatre…

The Great Hall at Aberystwyth Arts Centre

Abertoir Horror Festival creeps into Welsh town

Wales’ only horror film festival, Abertoir, gets under way with a line-up of more than 30 feature films and 20 shorts, including premieres, presentations and a party…

Tottenham Literature Festival 2022 TLF

Healing stories at Tottenham Literature Festival

This week, Tottenham Literature Festival (TLF) returns to North London to celebrate enriched and diverse stories by Black authors, poets, and artists…

The Horror Show! at Somerset House

Halloween events round-up: no tricks, just quirky treats

All Hallows’ Eve, Halloween or spooky season, whatever you call it, it’s here! And that means parades, pumpkins and lots of fun. Here’s our round-up of the best quirky events…

The Golden Key: A City of London Corporation event (Image: Simon Jacobs)

Go on an immersive theatre adventure in the City of London

The City of London’s square mile comes alive with a spectacular day of immersive, theatrical events as must-see adventure, The Golden Key, takes place…

Lakes International Comic Art Festival 2022 LICAF

World of comic art hits the Lakes for weekend extravaganza

This weekend, the annual Lakes International Comic Art Festival returns to Cumbria. Head to Bowness-on-Windermere for characterful crazy golf and drawing challenges…

The Sword and The Claw poster - Crap Film Club

Enjoy lo-fi bloodshed at this month’s Crap Film Club

Crap Film Club presents lo-fi bloodshed and pop-art visuals in The Sword and The Claw at Islington’s Old Queens Head pub…

Speed Dial, Credit Harry Plowden

What to see at Edinburgh Fringe

Thinking of rounding your summer off with a trip to Edinburgh Fringe? Here’s a few suggestions of shows to see while you’re there…

Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich

Mystery artists play concert in unique Painted Hall

Fancy doing something different this summer? Why not enjoy a concert of mystery artists in the unique Painted Hall at Greenwich’s Old Royal Naval College?

Jun.T. Lai, Alice in Wonderland © Photo courtesy of Cenan Nazif

Discover Nocturnal Creatures at Sculpture in the City

For one night only, discover Nocturnal Creatures amongst the striking architecture of the City of London…

Another Fine Fest 2017 - Ulverston - Cumbria - Contrary Life

Lip-sync challenges and live street art at Another Fine Fest

Today and tomorrow, Ulverston will come alive with everything from live street art to lip sync challenges as Another Fine Fest returns to the Cumbrian town…

Peckham Fringe 2022, Theatre Peckham in South London

Dark comedy, roller skate jams and a passion for plants in Peckham

Peckham Fringe is running until Sunday 5th June at Theatre Peckham, covering everything from topical issues to a passion for plants…

Geffrye Museum herb garden - photographed by Jayne Lloyd

Grassroots gardening, botanical wonders and crafty events at Chelsea Fringe

This May, the grassroots and community-led Chelsea Fringe takes place with a host of quirky and soul-nurturing free and family-friendly events…

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Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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HandleBards hit the pedals again to bring you a summer of outdoor theatre
HandleBards A Midsummer Night's Dream ©Rah Petherbridge Photography

The HandleBards are a Shakespearean troupe who tour by bike. And to celebrate their 10th anniversary, they’re climbing back into the saddle…

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