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Olympic Art

It is here! Finally, the Olympics have come to London! What better way to celebrate these momentous games than with an exhibition of art all dedicated to the Games. Tate Britain is hosting this exhibition of twelve posters, designed by twelve leading contemporary artists.

Fiona Banner

Michael Craig-Martin

Martin Creed

Tracey Emin

Anthea Hamilton

Howard Hodgkin

Gary Hume

Sarah Morris

Chris Ofili

Bridget Riley

Bob and Roberta Smith

Rachel Whiteread

Ever since 1912 each city to host the Olympics has commissioned at least one poster to celebrate holding the Games, and since the first Paralympics one has been commissioned for that event too. A huge gallery of work has been collected over the years. The pieces above are just two examples of the work available, and as you can see they are vastly different in terms of style and color choice. Bearing in mind there are ten other posters that have similar contrasting effects, it seems only right that you should go and enjoy. With the family, colleagues or work clients, the exhibit will be a treat. Unfortunately the exhibition only displays the twelve London 2012 posters, but they are a sight to behold.

Waxed, but not Waning.

Anyone who takes a trip to The Big Smoke just has to pay a visit to Madame Tussauds. Now if you are one of those people who thinks that MT’s is ‘old hat’, then you really do need to get a grip of yourself! I mean, how can anyone not enjoy seeing a bunch of super-duper lifelike waxworks like these???

The amount of work that goes into the exhibits at Madame Tussauds is nothing short of astounding. This attraction may have been in existence for donkey’s years, but it is still every bit as impressive today!

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London Freebies for Frugal Visitors

If concerned about the possibility of a trip to London costing the proverbial arm and leg, feel free to congratulate yourself on being right on the money – the ‘Big Smoke’ often comes with a big bill attached. However, by knowing where to go and steering clear of the endlessly uninspiring tourist traps and those tempting 3 piece suit designers on Saville Row, there is every possibility of spending a good week or so in the capital and hardly spending a penny.Museums – London offers quite simply the best museums in the world with the very best collections and the best temporary exhibitions, the vast majority of which are free of charge all year round. From awe-inspiring wonders at the Natural History Museum to a haunting reminder at the Imperial War Museum and dozens of others besides, visitors could easily spend a week doing the rounds and still see only a tiny fraction of what’s on offer.

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Fabulous exhibitions at the British Museum

The British Museum is renowned for hosting some of the most impressive artefacts and exhibition stands on the globe. With its impressive architecture and stunning patterned roof, it is also a popular place for photography. Even though visitors can explore countless numbers of historic objects, only a small minority of them are visible at any one time. Many people visit the Lindow Man and the Rosetta Stone while others attend the museum’s special exhibitions, which are constantly updated each year. Entry is free, although donations are strongly encouraged, particularly at a time when many British cultural and art venues are being hit hard by strict budget cuts

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Importance of Cultural events in London

London, just like other major cities in the world, is full of people from different countries in the world. Apart from those who come in from other European countries, there are many that have come from Asia, Africa and America. Along with this great cultural diversity, it is also a fact that people who immigrate to London are mostly those who are ambitious and want to make it big in one of the biggest cities of the world. Being ambitious is very good, but as we all know ambitious people have an aggressive side to them.

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A True Great

I found this office furniture website the other day which simply blew my mind. I was all amazed and really enjoying looking at the office chairs, you know how it is, right? It was then, staring at the screen, that I knew I had been neglecting the arts and culture of the city of London: I had become a work zombie! I was beginning to enjoy looking for work furniture! I was beginning to turn into a table and chair junkie! It really wasn’t good and marked a new level of awfulness in the thing that was known as my boring office life (although I should say that the site was still really good, if you need office furniture). I soon shook myself out of my work trance, told myself that yes I liked my job but no I wouldn’t be brainwashed anymore, and set off on an online mission to find something else to look forward to…something which would be fun and enlightening…

the first proper, full-on exhibition of the great man’s landscape art..

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Beatles Musical To Premiere In London

The news is now out that ‘Backbeat'the Beatles biopic will be adapted for the stage. The show is set to debut this September in the West End at the Duke of York’s theatre.

Now print posters will likely be placed in all media and no doubt theatre goers and Beadle fans alike will be clamouring to see it.

Based on the film released in 1994, the musical follow the ascension to fame of the Beatles. The musical follows along as they set out from the docks of their hometown of Liverpool to play many a rock and roll gigs in some of the not so wonderful areas of Hamburg.

Backbeat focuses on the relationship that exists between John Lennon, his best friend Stuart Sutcliffe who was the bands original bassists, and the girl Sutcliffe was in love with, photographer Astrid Kirchherr. The musical is to feature some of the rock and roll classics such as ‘Please Mr. Postman’, ‘Long tall Sally’, and ‘Twist and Shout’.

The producer of this theatrical performance has said that ‘Backbeat'will give people an insight into the Beatles and how they came about. The story that will be portrayed will be one that many people including Beatle fans may not know. 2012 will be a monumental year in Beatle history as it will mark the 50^th anniversary of their very first single.

Lovers of Beatle music and history will certainly be in for a treat and no doubt many will want to see ‘Backbeat over and over again.

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The Electric Boogaloos

The Electric Boogaloos and guests headline an evening of original dance that has inspired the modern hip hop craze as well as legendary artists (including Michael Jackson) at the Queen Elizabeth Hall at the Southbank Centre this July.

A one night only performance on the 16^th will see the legendary group perform moves that you may have recognised from over the past two decades. Michael Jackson famously approached the group following his viewing of a concert asking them to help choreograph dance moves for both the Thriller and Bad videos.

In the early 70s Boogaloo Sam (that is his real name) created a series of movements for dance that eventually evolved into more complex routines. In 1977 he formed The Electric Boogaloos and ever since they have influenced Hip Hop and are responsible for the world wide ‘popping'craze that surface in the late 70s. As it is rare to see this group perform live anywhere in the world, it is recommended that you book a seat for their London date at the Southbank. Their moves are so complex and interesting yet the group make it all look relaxed and easy.

The group have relied on simple marketing over the years and they still mainly utilise everyday tools including standard flyers, pvc banners, posters and most importantly word of mouth. Boogaloo Sam himself didn’t really like making a big deal of the group’s success when they first became popular and that ethos has remained in all their marketing practices.

Try something different on the 16^th July and let The Electric Boogaloos sway you.

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The Museum of Childhood

After school at the Museum of Childhood is an interesting cultural experience. This vast museum with its sandpit and banner stands is a massive tourist attraction, it is also a haven for busy city parents that need desperately to spend some quiet time with their kids in a safe place. Have you wondered what has happened to sand pits? When I was growing up they were at every play ground that I frequented. Apparently they are not kosher with health and safety for all of the horrors that could be deposited in the sand. The one on the top level of the museum is an absolute jewel. The children are invited to take their shoes off, there is an array of buckets, spades, molds, and sifters to play with and best of all, a selection of deck chairs for tired parents to hang out in. Off to the side, there is even a juke box to spin some tunes to relax to. If you are trying to balance the needs of a younger child with that of an older child, there is a set of board games to play, including historic ones that you need to read the instructions and easily recognizable things like snakes and ladders.The thing that struck me the most was that in the cafe in the centre of the building a busy dad in a suit was texting somebody on his black berry while a contented child ate a very expensive ice cream. I love this place.

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City Farms

Hackney City Farm is one of those jewels that should not be missed. It has the standard accoutrements of your traditional city farm. You will find pigs, chickens, ducks, horses, some sheep, a goat, and at least one cow. In addition to all of these there are several absolutely beautiful areas that are geared towards urban growing education. There is a quiet growing garden where you can get an educational lesson about DNA testing, and an open field to see the small horses in action. The Hackney City farm maintains a very proactive stance towards hygiene with outdoor hand washing stations very well sign posted and gated areas to limit the possibility of contagion. One of the things that makes the modern city farm stand out is its cafe. If you frequent city farm cafes you will note that they usually feature uber hip and ultra local food. The best ones will feature products that are made with live stock that has been reared on site as well as fresh laid eggs. The St. Werburgh’s city farm cafe in Bristol is a fine example of this, as well as the Windmill hill city farm cafe on the other side of town. Windmill hill is a bit more down to earth with its menu selection and it reflects the nature of the community that surrounds it. The Hackney city farm cafe does try to do something for everybody. It is a warm child friendly environment with a wide range of both affordable and some what posh food on offer.

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