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POTUS Bar & Restaurant
A modern new bar located on the Albert Embankment. It offers modern interiors with fantastic music, great vibes and a place to go for after work drinks. Located in the Crowne Plaza Hotel, it comprises of great American food and cocktails inspired by past American presidents, hence the name POTUS (President of the United States)Read more
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"The Vauxhall Song was the first ever popularised music style in Britain, with concerts at Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens attracting hundreds of thousands of people."
The development of Battersea Power Station is one of the largest and most spectacular in London.
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It's exciting to see the London landscape transforming around Battersea Power Station...
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The grand architecture and public gardens around Victoria remind us of London's Victorian opulence.
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Journeys of the Spirit - Joyful Company of Singers
Join us for an evening of choral reflection in 'Journeys of the Spirit' - with composers Maurice Duruflé, S.S. Wesley and John Casken. Hear the Joyful Company of Singers, one of the UK's leading amateur chamber choirs, perform a programme including works marking the 150th anniversary of the death of S. S. Wesley and the launch by Métier of the John Casken CD Uncertain Sea. Peter Broadbent Conductor with Michael Butterfield Organ, Philippa Davies Flute, Alexandra Loewe Mezzo and John Holland-Avery Baritone. Programme: S.S.Wesley: Thou wilt keep him; Blessed be the God and Father John Casken: Uncertain Sea; The Knight’s Stone; Returning from the tomb [CD Launch] Maurice Duruflé: RequiemRead more
Dark Comedy on Iconic Battersea Barge
Gift this experience to your loved ones! Click here to check out our gift card. Welcome reception drinks on the glass upper deck (stunning views of Battersea Power Station). Plate of Pizza (Meat and Vegetarian options available). Enjoy riverside views. Head downstairs to the Comedy Theatre & forget your troubles for an evening of grown-up fun. Comedy Night. Pizza and a drink (only if you purchase the ticket with pizza & drink included). All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.Read more
Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring like never seen before. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen and ABBA. Programme: - Dancing Queen - SOS - Money, Money, Money - Bohemian Rhapsody - I Want to Break Free - Waterloo - Super Trouper - Mamma Mia - Don't Stop Me Now - We Will Rock You - We Are the Champions Performers String Quartet - Kavolini.Read more
Classic Afternoon Tea London Sightseeing Bus Tour
Step aboard the Classic Afternoon Tea Bus London Sightseeing Tour by Brigit's Bakery and enjoy a memorable journey through the heart of London on a vintage Routemaster double-decker bus. Sip expertly crafted afternoon teas while admiring breathtaking views of iconic landmarks like Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, and Hyde Park. This continuous 90-minute tour combines cultural sightseeing with delicious themed treats, including finger sandwiches, cakes, pastries, and scones with clotted cream and jam. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking to enjoy London in a unique and tasty way. Book your spot today and make unforgettable memories with this one-of-a-kind tea-infused adventure.Read more
Emo Night Brooklyn
Get ready for a night of nonstop anthems and absolute mayhem. We're celebrating the songs that fueled our wildest nights, from Teenagers to Still into You and everything in between. Let's raise the roof as we dance, mosh, and scream out every lyric at the top of our lungs. Don't miss your chance to experience the awesomeness that is Emo Night Brooklyn. Grab your tickets today and thanks for the memories. Emo Night Brooklyn is produced by Fever under license from Emo Night Brooklyn LLC.Read more
Epic Film & TV Soundtracks - A Candlelit Experience
This experience is brought to you by CineDuo London. This concert is not affiliated with the Fever Original Candlelight series. :. Seating: unallocated seating within seating bands (first come, first served) This is NOT your usual candle concert.. One duo. One experience. Yoon and Nurry are your international concert soloists for the evening. They are CineDuo – nobody else. Show-Stopping Arrangements. Every arrangement is written exclusively for CineDuo by award-winning arranger Stuart Bramwell– and performed by CineDuo alone. SeriousVirtuosity. What Yoon and Nurry do best. Stuart's arrangements are REALLYchallenging – but withbig riskscome EPIC rewards. Quality, not Quantity. Every month, between rehearsals and arranging, the group spend hundreds of hours preparing just a handful of bespoke concerts per year. Programme : Movie Studio Intro Medley (3’) Arr. Stuart Bramwell Pirates of the Caribbean Medley (9’) Arr. Stuart Bramwell Jack Sparrow, Davy Jones, The Medallion Calls, He’s a Pirate Themes from The Lord of the Rings (12’) Arr. Bill Galiiford Avatar Medley (6’) Arr. Stuart Bramwell Becoming one of “The People”, The bioluminescence of the night, Climbing up “Iknimaya – The Path to Heaven”, The destruction of Hometree How to Train Your Dragon Medley (10’) Arr. Stuart Bramwell This Is Berk, Romantic Flight, Forbidden Friendship, See You Tomorrow, Test Drive Game of Thrones Medley (10’) Arr. Stuart Bramwell The Rains of Castamere, The Winds of Winter, Light of the Seven, Opening CreditsRead more
Perennial at The Cavendish Arms
A CELLARFUL OF NOISE PRESENTS... FRIDAY 6TH DECEMBER THE CAVENDISH ARMS, STOCKWELL 7.30PM - 11.00PM £6 UNWAGED / £10 WAGED / £13 OTD PERENNIAL is an art punk three-piece from New England, USA. The band's sound built from the sharp minimalism of guitar, electric organ, and drums is a kinetic collage of mod pop, 90s post-hardcore, post-bop jazz and 60s soul. The band's ferocious live show quick and electrifying has already become the stuff of DIY legend, short bursts of manic energy with barely a moment to catch your breath: not to be missed. Perennial's new album, Art History is available everywhere that chicmodernist punk is sold. Plus support from: FELICETTE is a special new band of London-based '90s alt rock fans. Named after the first cat in space and featuring members of Painter, Supermilk, Cheerbleederz, Matagot and Doe. They play energetic indie rock, with punchy guitars, and bright melodic hooks and harmonies. GAY SKELETON CLUB are a London trio who play queer, punky, DIY indie pop. Alumni of First Timers' 2023. KEEP IT TOGETHER are a four-piece making indie rock inspired by Midwest emo, with soft vocals, and ringing jangly guitars. The Cavendish Arms 128 Hartington Rd London SW8 2HJRead more
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