Bars and Clubs
Mostly Mozart 2007
Mostly Mozart 2007 is a four-weekend festival of concerts, dance, opera, free foyer events, pre-concert talks, improvisation workshops and even fireworks, at the Barbican during July and August. The annual festival has become a well-loved feature of the classical music calendar. It provides a chance for audiences to celebrate the summer in the heart of the City and to discover the popular favourites of the classical repertoire.
See Mark Ronson Live
Mark Ronson is the sound of 2007. Internationally renowned as one of the world’s finest DJ/producer’s and currently dominating radio airwaves with his dazzling new single ‘Stop Me’ – available to download now – Mark Ronson has announced his first ever UK headline shows for May.
REM To Play 5 Nights In Dublin
Set to record their eagerly awaited 14th studio album with producer Jacknife Lee this summer, Michael Stipe, Peter Buck and Mike Mills will roadtest their brand new material for five nights at Dublin’s historic Olympia Theatre from June 30th.
RSC Celebrates Shakespeare's Birthday
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) is offering everyone the chance to see how much they know about Shakespeare, his plays and the work of the RSC itself. The company has devised a special online quiz, which will go live on the RSC website, www.rsc.org.uk, on Shakespeare’s birthday, Monday 23 April.
Deliciously Soulful House At Soho Revue Bar
Stereo Sushi (Hed Kandi’s irrepressible sister label) and Soho Revue Bar are joining forces to present the ultimate in glittering monthly events. Launching on Thursday 19th April 2007, the night will mix the very best in deliciously soulful house with a chic and passionate crowd, in truly lavish surroundings.
Mcfly Add London Date To UK Tour
McFLY have added a London show to their ever expanding current UK tour. The ‘Up Close and Personal Tour’ takes in 34 dates in venues across the UK, ending at the London Astoria on Tuesday 8th May. Tickets go on sale on Saturday 14th April but fans need to be quick – the last batch of dates sold out in less than an hour!
Howling Bells Support The Killers On US Tour
Having supported them on their European dates last November, Howling Bells have again been invited by The Killers to join them as special guests on tour, this time on the road in the US throughout April. It seems the European tour became something of a love-in, with both bands getting on famously, and Howling Bells are now The Killers support band of choice.
Absolut Icebar Opens In London
Absolut Icebar London has been completely redesigned this Spring with an original new look and interior. The designers and ice sculptors have remodelled the bar, including the ice walls, stools and artwork. A launch reception, in association with CLASS Magazine will be held at the venue on 27th March. The venue will officially reopen on 28th March 2007.
Definitive Drinks At Doon
Deep in the heart of Trafalgar Square, Doon, the capital’s chicest late-night cocktail bar has unveiled the ultimate guide to what we should be drinking. In honour of Doon’s first birthday, award-winning bar tender Jim Wrigley has created the definitive cocktail list, featuring time-honoured favourites, signature tipples and hot new drinks for those who want to taste as well as look the part.
Snow Patrol’s 'Signal Fire' Downloadable From 30th April
Snow Patrol release brand new track 'Signal Fire' as a digital download from 30th April. Written for the new Spiderman 3 film the song features in the trailer and movie, which opens on 4th May. The film soundtrack also features original music from The Killers, Wolfmother, The Flaming Lips and Yeah Yeah Yeahs, among others.
Dance Your Way To France, Courtesy Of Mr Bean!
Universal Pictures and Working Title Films are delighted to announce that Mr. Bean is dancing his way down to the South of France this Easter in Mr. Bean’s Holiday - in cinemas now! To win a family trip to Cannes we want you to dance the Bean-Tastic. That’s right, fancy following Bean’s free wheelin’ feet down to the beach in Cannes? We are challenging you take on the odd-man-of-dance himself in a YouTube dance off special.
Supergrass & Madness Headline GuilFest 07
Supergrass, Squeeze and Madness have been confirmed as headline acts on the main BBC Radio 2 Stage at the 16th annual GuilFest, which takes place at Guildford’s Stoke Park on July 13th, 14th and 15th 2007, with Magic Numbers confirmed as special guests on Sunday, July 15.
First Lady Of Crime Returns To The Lowry
Following the acclaimed, star-studded production of The Hollow, The Agatha Christie Theatre Company’s second production promises another thrilling night at the theatre. With a special guest star, former Eastenders’ favourite Dean Gaffney, The Unexpected Guest visits The Lowry between Monday 23 and Saturday 28 April.
An Evening With Rufus Wainwright
After two triumphant London Palladium dates last month, critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright has announced four new UK shows for May. Showcasing his eagerly awaited new album ‘Release The Stars’, Rufus will perform dates in Portsmouth, Bristol and London, backed by an 8-piece band, including a horn section.
Beastie Boys To Play Bestival Gala Event
The brilliant Beastie Boys have only gone and given us something else to get excited about. They’re going to brave Bestival for a very special second show – A Gala Event. This will be an exclusive instrumental show, taking place on the Sunday afternoon in the Big Top. Rob da Bank has his tuxedo at the dry cleaners and we recommend you do the same.