#FLOFavourite: things to do this weekend in London (21st February – 23rd February 2020)
For the arty people….
Masculinities: Liberation through Photography @ The Barbican
When?
Thursday 20th Feb—Sunday 17th May 2020
Price?
£15 on Mondays to Friday
£17 on Saturdays and Sundays.
#FLODown: The Barbican presents this exhibition that looks at the complex and sometimes contradictory representations of masculinity from the 1960s to the present day. The exhibition explores how key photography and film have been in the conversation and social construct of masculinity – both how it is imagined and how it is understood in contemporary culture. Expect to see the works of over 50 international artists, photographers and filmmakers including Sunil Gupta, Rotimi Fani-Kayode, Isaac and Catherine Opie.
Visits The Barbican Website to book your tickets now.
Location:
Art Gallery, Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London, EC2Y 8DS
Nearest Station:
Barbican Underground Station
Opening Hours:
Mon-Tue: 12pm–6pm, Wed–Fri: 12noon–9pm,
Sat: 10am–9pm, Sun: 10am–6pm
Lunchtime performance at the Royal Opera House
When?
Friday 21st February 2020 at 1pm
Price: Free
#FLODown: The Royal Opera House is hosting a free lunchtime performance that features regular Royal Opera House artists and some guest artists. The performances last about 45 minutes and are not ticketed so be sure to arrive in good time to secure a spot as it is first-come-first-serve.
Lunchtime performances occur on select Fridays, visit The Royal Opera House Website for more on these types of events and performances.
Location:
Linbury Foyer, Royal Opera House. Bow Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 9DD
Nearest Station:
Covent Garden Underground Station
For the Pancake Lovers…
(Shrove Tuesday is on 25th February this year)
Greenwich Market Pancake Race
When?
Saturday 22nd February from 11am
Shrove Tuesday 25th February from 12pm.
Price? Free
#FLODown: Consider wearing fancy dress and getting sponsors - with donations going to the Greenwich Bexley Community Hospice – at this annual pancake race. Fancy dressing is optional, however, free pancakes are up for grabs for those who dress up. With medals to be won and pancakes available all day it's bound to be fun!
Visit the Greenwich Market Website to register to take part, or if you just fancy going to watch then you don’t need a ticket at all, just turn up!
Location:
Greenwich Market, Greenwich Peninsula, London SE10 9HZ
Nearest Station:
Cutty Sark DLR Station
For the car enthusiasts...
London Classic Car Show 2020
When?
20th February – 23rd February 2020
Price? £25
#FLODown: London’s Classic Car show lands at Kensington Olympia this weekend, with some of the most iconic cars in the works including the Maserati 250F, the Lotus 49 and the 1987 Rothams Porsche 962C. There will be over 500 cars on show for you to indulge in.
Visit the London Classic Car Show Website to book tickets.
Location:
Kensington (Olympia), Olympia Way, Hammersmith, London W14 0NE
Nearest Station:
Kensington Olympia Station
Opening Hours:
Thursday 20th 16.30 pm – 9.00pm Friday 21st 10.00 am – 6.00pm
Saturday 22nd 10.00 am – 18.00pm Sunday 23rd 10.00 am – 5.00pm
For the foodies…
Slice World: London’s biggest pizza party
When?
Friday 21st February- Saturday 22nd February 2020
Price: £8 -£15
#FLODown: Street Feast are launching “London’s biggest pizza party” at Hawker House to celebrate the best of London’s budding pizza scene. 10 vendors are coming together to deliver a mega pizza market experience with games, drinks and of course, loads of pizza!From vegan pizzas to full-on meat feasts, there will be pizzas to meet all tastes, alongside six bars, gin bingo, delicious desserts from Chin Chin Labs and much more…
Each ticket comes with a FREE drink (choice between a Martini Fiero and Tonic and an ice cold can of Frontier), and every slice of pizza will cost just £2!
Visit the Street Feast Website to book your tickets now.
Location:
Hawker House Canada Street, London, SE16 7PJ
Nearest Station:
Canada Water Station
Opening Hours:
Friday 21st February 5.00pm - Midnight
Saturday 22nd February 4.00pm - Midnight
Gymkhana Mayfair Returns
When?
Tuesday 18th February
#FLODown: Michelin star Restaurant, Gymkhana, returns to Mayfair following a full refurbishment. Expect to find several of their famous classic Indian dishes alongside some new tasty additions and cocktails that pay tribute India. Gymkhana is inspired by the elite clubs of India, in tribute the restaurant features turned oak booths with marble tables surrounded by luxurious leather banquettes. There is also a wonderful selection of traditional Indian artwork covering the walls.
Location:
42 Albemarle St, Mayfair, London W1S 4JH
Nearest Station:
Green Park Station
Opening Hours:
Monday to Saturday 12:00pm - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 10:30pm (Bar open till 1am)
Sunday 12:00pm - 2:30pm, 5:30pm - 9:30pm
For the music lovers…
Hot 8 Brass Band
When?
Friday 21st February 2020
Price?
Prices start from £34.25 + a booking fee.
#FLODown: The Hot 8 Brass Band has been around for over 20 years, playing at jazz clubs, nightclubs, community parades and traditional jazz funerals across the world. But on Friday they will be taking over the 02 Forum in Kentish Town, which is a relatively intimate venue for such a loud and rowdy gig – not one to be missed.The band features 10 members, including three trumpets, three trombones, tuba, bass drum, and snare drum as well as one reed player. They have a funk style to their music, with definite influences from contemporary RnB and rap.
Location:
O2 Forum Kentish Town
Nearest Station:
Kentish Town Underground Station
Thought of the Week: #BeKind
Illustration by Natalie Hapeshi
The internet has made people brave and has allowed people to act without consequences and it can’t continue, this includes the media and the British press. “Be kind” is an expression circulating on the internet in the wake of Caroline Flack’s death. But just remember that you do not have to be kind all the time, you don’t have to like everyone, you just don’t have to share your opinions all of the time. We have lost the ability to hold back and keep our opinions to ourselves.
