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Join us for Friday Night Jazz at the Atrium Bar & Restaurant, President Hotel, Russell Square. On 21 August, we are delighted to present the legendary jazz guitarist Jim Mullen, accompanied by Soner Ersen (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass), and Eric Ford (drums). Jim Mullen is one of Britain's most celebrated jazz guitarists, with a career spanning more than five decades. Renowned for his distinctive touch, warm tone, and lyrical improvisation, he has performed and recorded with many of the world's leading jazz artists, including Mose Allison, Jimmy Smith, Terry Callier, Jimmy Witherspoon, and The Average White Band. A recipient of the BBC Jazz Award for Services to Jazz, Jim continues to inspire audiences with his masterful musicianship and unmistakable sound. Together, they will present an evening of outstanding live jazz, featuring exceptional musicianship, inspired improvisation, and a unique programme shaped by Jim Mullen's distinctive musical voice. To enjoy the full experience of the evening, we recommend arriving before 7:30 PM to allow time to be seated, order your food and drinks, and settle in comfortably before the music begins at 8:00 PM. If you expect to arrive after 8:00 PM, please email [email protected] in advance so we can note your arrival time and do our best to arrange suitable seating. Ticket Information There are two ticket options available: Dining Ticket For guests who wish to enjoy dinner during the performance. We will do our best to reserve a table for you; however, table reservations are subject to availability. To give yourself the best chance of securing a table, we recommend booking your dining ticket as early as possible. Drinks Only Ticket For guests who would like to enjoy drinks only. You are welcome to enjoy the performance from the bar area, where you can both see and hear the band. If tables become available during the evening, you are welcome to use one; however, we cannot guarantee table seating for drinks-only tickets. Come and enjoy exceptional live jazz in a relaxed atmosphere, with delicious food, a full bar, and warm hospitality at the President Hotel. Date: Friday, 21 August 2027 Time: 8:00 PM 10:30 PM Venue: President Hotel (Atrium Bar & Restaurant) 5660 Guilford Street Russell Square London WC1N 1DB Nearest Underground: Russell Square (1 min walk) Parking Free on-street parking after 6:30 PM (outside restricted hours) Paid parking is available beneath the hotel. Tickets: £10 (Advance booking online only. No tickets will be available on the door.) Enquiries: [email protected]

Join us for Friday Night Jazz at the Atrium Bar & Restaurant, President Hotel, Russell Square. On 18 September, we are delighted to present the exceptional guitarist Aleph Aguiar, accompanied by Soner Ersen (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass), and Eric Ford (drums). Aleph Aguiar is a Brazilian-born guitarist, composer and educator whose music blends the rich rhythmic traditions of Brazil with the language of contemporary jazz. Based in London, he has established himself as a distinctive voice on the UK jazz scene, admired for his lyrical playing, sophisticated harmonic approach and expressive improvisation. As both a bandleader and collaborator, Aleph has performed at leading jazz venues and festivals, bringing together the warmth of Brazilian music with the freedom and creativity of modern jazz. The quartet will present an evening of vibrant jazz, combining Brazilian influences, swinging grooves and imaginative improvisation, creating a programme full of colour, energy and musical interaction. To enjoy the full experience of the evening, we recommend arriving before 7:30 PM to allow time to be seated, order your food and drinks, and settle in comfortably before the music begins at 8:00 PM. If you expect to arrive after 8:00 PM, please email [email protected] in advance so we can note your arrival time and do our best to arrange suitable seating. Ticket Information There are two ticket options available: Dining Ticket For guests who wish to enjoy dinner during the performance. We will do our best to reserve a table for you; however, table reservations are subject to availability. To give yourself the best chance of securing a table, we recommend booking your dining ticket as early as possible. Drinks Only Ticket For guests who would like to enjoy drinks only. You are welcome to enjoy the performance from the bar area, where you can both see and hear the band. If tables become available during the evening, you are welcome to use one; however, we cannot guarantee table seating for drinks-only tickets. Come and enjoy exceptional live jazz in a relaxed atmosphere, with delicious food, a full bar, and warm hospitality at the President Hotel. Date: Friday, 18 September 2027 Time: 8:00 PM 10:30 PM Venue: President Hotel (Atrium Bar & Restaurant) 5660 Guilford Street Russell Square London WC1N 1DB Nearest Underground: Russell Square (1 min walk) Parking Free on-street parking after 6:30 PM (outside restricted hours) Paid parking is available beneath the hotel. Tickets: £10 (Advance booking online only. No tickets will be available on the door.) Enquiries: [email protected]

Join us for Friday Night Jazz at the Atrium Bar & Restaurant, President Hotel, Russell Square. On 16 October, we are delighted to present the outstanding vocalist Becky Alice, accompanied by Soner Ersen (piano), Steve Rose (bass), and Gary Willcox (drums). Finalist and runner-up in the Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Competition in Washington, D.C., Becky Alice brings her love of soulful swing, the American Songbook, and energetic scat singing to every performance. Backed by world-class musicians, she reimagines well-known jazz classics in a fresh light, combining original lyrics with lesser-known gems from the rich catalogue of jazz music. Described by UK Jazz News as "one to discover... South of the river" and praised by Jazz Views for "an incredible innate swing feel and excellent vocal scat chops," Becky has quickly established herself as one of the UK's most exciting emerging jazz vocalists. Together, they will present an evening of beautifully interpreted jazz standards, swinging grooves, and inspired improvisation. To enjoy the full experience of the evening, we recommend arriving before 7:30 PM to allow time to be seated, order your food and drinks, and settle in comfortably before the music begins at 8:00 PM. If you expect to arrive after 8:00 PM, please email [email protected] in advance so we can note your arrival time and do our best to arrange suitable seating. Ticket Information There are two ticket options available: Dining Ticket Dinner & Live Jazz For guests who wish to enjoy dinner during the performance. We will do our best to reserve a table for you; however, table reservations are subject to availability. To give yourself the best chance of securing a table, we recommend booking your dining ticket as early as possible. Drinks Ticket Live Jazz Only For guests who would like to enjoy drinks without dining. You are welcome to enjoy the performance from the bar area, where you can both see and hear the band. If tables become available during the evening, you are welcome to use one; however, we cannot guarantee table seating for drinks-only tickets. Come and enjoy exceptional live jazz in a relaxed atmosphere, with delicious food, a full bar, and warm hospitality at the President Hotel. Date: Friday, 16 October 2026 Time: 8:00 PM 10:30 PM Venue: President Hotel (Atrium Bar & Restaurant) 5660 Guilford Street Russell Square London WC1N 1DB Nearest Underground: Russell Square (1 min walk) Parking Free on-street parking after 6:30 PM (outside restricted hours) Paid parking is available beneath the hotel. Tickets: £10 (Advance booking online only. No tickets will be available on the door.) Enquiries: [email protected]

What is it like to study anthropology? Do you have questions about what you can learn on an anthropology course? Do you want to meet the lecturers and professors that might be teaching you, or have the chance to talk to students about their experiences? Perhaps you want to explore the range of careers a degree in anthropology might lead you to. Come along to London Anthropology Day to try out lectures and workshops, question professionals in the field, and meet fellow anthropology enthusiasts! London Anthropology Day [https://discoveranthropology.org.uk/events/london-anthropology-day-2026/] (LAD) is a free annual university taster day for Year 12, 13 and FE students, students considering a Master's degree, careers advisers, teachers and parents, organised by the Royal Anthropological Institute. The day is designed first and foremost for students thinking about studying anthropology at undergraduate level, and the workshops are pitched with that audience in mind. If you're considering a Master's, or you're simply curious about what anthropology is all about, you're very welcome to come and talk to the university stalls and join a workshop if there's space. How the day runs: Registration opens at 10am, workshops start at 11am, and the day finishes at 4.30pm. We encourage attendees to join for the whole day, but you're welcome to drop in for part of it if you can only make a certain time (please let us know this in the booking form). Workshop places are first come, first served on the day, so we recommend getting here to register and to the workshop room in good time to secure your spot. Programme: 10:00 REGISTRATION AND STALLS 11:00 FIRST SESSION Is the Uncanny 'Real'? Ghosts and UFOs in Anthropology, London School of Economics 'My Boyfriend is an Algorithm': What AI Relationships Reveal About Being Human, University of Manchester Possessed by the Spirits: The Anthropology of Ritual, Magic and Shamanism, University of Plymouth 7 Million Years of Human Evolution in 45 Minutes!, Oxford Brookes University Can People Be 'Illegal'?, Brunel University of London Meet the Universities: Visit over 20 university stalls to ask questions directly to professors, lecturers and current students 12:00 SECOND SESSION The Animals That Make Us Human, University of Exeter Flags and Statues: An Anthropology of Culture Wars, Queen's University Belfast What is Love?, University of Birmingham Creating Life Stories of Past Peoples, University of Winchester Why Study Mobilities in Anthropology?, University of Southampton Meet the Universities: Visit over 20 university stalls to ask questions directly to professors, lecturers and current students 12:45 LUNCH BREAK 1:45 THIRD SESSION Learning from the Dead: An Interactive Workshop, University of Sussex From Battlefield to Home: Forensic Anthropology and Soldier Repatriation, Liverpool John Moores University Being Human: Is It All in Our Heads?, University of Cambridge, Department of Archaeology Artificial Friends, Real Feelings: What Does AI Companionship Tell Us About Being Human?, UCL Careers Panel Meet the Universities: Visit over 20 university stalls to ask questions directly to professors, lecturers and current students 2:45 FOURTH SESSION Conspiracy, the Paranormal, and the Secular, Goldsmiths, University of London Exploring Cross-cultural Universality and Diversity in Folk Music, Durham University To Eat, or Not to Eat, the Eyeball?, University of Oxford Student Presentations: What Kind of Work Will You Really Be Doing? Careers Panel Meet the Universities: Visit over 20 university stalls to ask questions directly to professors, lecturers and current students 3:45 FIFTH SESSION Anthropology of Heritage and the Economy, University of Reading Is Ethnography and Fiction a Contradiction in Terms?, University of Edinburgh Film Screening Careers Panel 4:30 FINISH Please note: workshop timings are subject to change. The final programme will be confirmed nearer the event, along with room allocations. Booking Booking is free but essential, and everyone attending needs their own place, including parents, guardians and teachers. Please choose the ticket that matches who is booking: Teachers booking for a group: book one adult place for yourself (and one for each accompanying adult), plus one place for each student coming with you. If you have a large school group (10+), please email [email protected]. Under-18s attending with a parent or guardian: book a place for the under-18 attendee(s) and a separate place for the adult attending with them (you can book both together in one booking). Under-18s attending alone: book a single under-18 place. We'll ask for a parent or guardian's contact details and consent as part of booking for safeguarding purposes. Adults booking their own place: parents, guardians, teachers attending individually, mature students and anyone else booking for themselves. If you have any questions, please view ourFAQ page [https://discoveranthropology.org.uk/events/london-anthropology-day-2026/faqs/] or [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for Friday Night Jazz at the Atrium Bar & Restaurant, President Hotel, Russell Square. On 23 October, we are delighted to present internationally acclaimed chromatic harmonica virtuoso Adam Glasser, accompanied by Soner Ersen (piano), Andy Cleyndert (bass), and Eric Ford (drums). Adam Glasser is internationally recognised as one of the world's leading jazz chromatic harmonica players. Originally from South Africa, he is celebrated for his unique blend of South African township jazz and contemporary jazz improvisation. A pianist, composer and educator, Adam has performed with artists including Joe Zawinul, Sting, Hugh Masekela, the Eurythmics and Incognito, and has recorded for numerous film composers including Howard Shore. His critically acclaimed album Free at First won the South African Music Award for Best Modern Jazz Album. Together, they will present an evening of beautifully interpreted jazz standards, South African-inspired melodies, swinging grooves, and inspired improvisation, showcasing the expressive sound and remarkable versatility of the chromatic harmonica. To enjoy the full experience of the evening, we recommend arriving before 7:30 PM to allow time to be seated, order your food and drinks, and settle in comfortably before the music begins at 8:00 PM. If you expect to arrive after 8:00 PM, please email [email protected] in advance so we can note your arrival time and do our best to arrange suitable seating. Ticket Information There are two ticket options available: Dining Ticket Dinner & Live Jazz For guests who wish to enjoy dinner during the performance. We will do our best to reserve a table for you; however, table reservations are subject to availability. To give yourself the best chance of securing a table, we recommend booking your dining ticket as early as possible. Drinks Ticket Live Jazz Only For guests who would like to enjoy drinks without dining. You are welcome to enjoy the performance from the bar area, where you can both see and hear the band. If tables become available during the evening, you are welcome to use one; however, we cannot guarantee table seating for drinks-only tickets. Come and enjoy exceptional live jazz in a relaxed atmosphere, with delicious food, a full bar, and warm hospitality at the President Hotel. Date: Friday, 23 October 2026 Time: 8:00 PM 10:30 PM Venue: President Hotel (Atrium Bar & Restaurant) 5660 Guilford Street Russell Square London WC1N 1DB Nearest Underground: Russell Square (1 min walk) Parking Free on-street parking after 6:30 PM (outside restricted hours) Paid parking is available beneath the hotel. Tickets: £10 (Advance booking online only. No tickets will be available on the door.) Enquiries: [email protected]

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