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May
30
Sat
Visit to Beth Chatto’s Garden @ Beth Chatto's House near Colchester
May 30 @ 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Friends of Waterlow Park are organising a coach trip on Saturday 30 May to this famous garden and plant nursery near Colchester in Essex. Beth Chatto, now in her 90s, is one of the country’s foremost plantswomen. Highlights are the gravel garden, the fabulous display of herbaceous plants and shrubs, and water and woodland gardens. Come along to get ideas for your garden or just to enjoy seeing great garden design. Coach will depart Highgate at 9.00 and return by 17.30.

Jul
21
Tue
Cul de Sac & Meeting Point @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 21 @ 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm

In another exclusive circus double-bill, Efecto Chopped and Out of Order present two tender and beautiful pieces.

In an elegant and graceful fusion of two artforms, Cul de Sac features international juggler Jose Triguero and Chinese pole artist Gemma Palomar.

Meeting Point combines contemporary dance and aerial straps and hand to hand in order to create original, powerful and innovating physical performances. It tells the story of a journey; the paths we choose as individuals and the moments our paths cross with others.

Click here to see the full programme of Postcards 2015.

Jul
22
Wed
Mama’s Kitchen – Layla Rosa @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 22 @ 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm

Mama’s Kitchen is a place for experimentation and curious concoctions, serving up a menu of pioneering performance.

The brainchild of Shunt artist Layla Rosa and curated especially for Postcards, expect circus artists, theatre makers, musicians, visual artists and a whole heap of other exciting performances that we’re not entirely sure about just yet.

But if previous outings at The Shunt Lounge are anything to go by, Mama’s Kitchen will be unexpected and hugely memorable.

Click here to see the full programme of Postcards 2015.

Jul
23
Thu
Bring the Noise! @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 23 @ 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm

Culture-clash meets circus in this explosive new night that fuses hip-hop, punk, electro and anything else your parents would hate. Jacksons Lane’s global call out sees circus artists from all over the world choosing their ultimate heavy playlist to go alongside their incredible performances.

In a promenade spectacular, live music, DJs and lots of bodies collide in this one-off night.

Image by Hannah Daisy

Click here to see the full programme of Postcards 2015.

Jul
24
Fri
Dirty Mimes @ Highgate Society
Jul 24 @ 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm

If you like your cabaret down and dirty – Las Vegas style – then this is for you. Featuring artists from Cirque du Soleil and the crème of world cabaret, Dirty Mimes is a show without boundaries, without control. They’re here to get into trouble and they want you to join in. There might be some Mime. It might be rude. There’ll be lots of anarchy. But it’s as funny as hell.

Click here to see the full programme of Postcards 2015.

Jul
25
Sat
Hitch! – Mary Bijou Cabaret @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 25 @ 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm

For the closing night of this year’s festival prepare for a thrilling adventure into the dark, twisted world of Alfred Hitchcock.

Walking a thin line between hilarity and horror, Hitch! was created by a troupe of international circus and cabaret artists, veterans of NoFit State Circus and the underground live art scene of London.

The audience is terrorised and tantalised as bizarre acts delve into the extraordinary mind of ‘The Master of Suspense’.

Basically, we’re seeing off the festival with a huge, peculiar, slightly terrifying but definitely awesome circus cabaret. Hang around afterwards for a late bar, cocktail concoctions and some post-show performances to die for…

Click here to see the full programme of Postcards 2015.

Nov
21
Sat
Meta – Gandini Juggling @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 21 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The vertigo of structure, the infectiousness of the shocking. 
A show about making shows. A reflection on entertainment. In the 90’s the Gandinis made a series of experimental pieces with Choreographer Gill Clarkethat were performed at Jacksons Lane. For this commission they revisit those pieces with a show which is about itself, an elliptical reflexion on their journey through entertainment.
There will be complex juggling, text, ballet dancing, hammers, nudity, tables and a comedy sketch.
Gandini are bursting with concepts and commentary about form, style and substance. They are excited about this dissection of things, about dwelling deeper into the anatomy of a show.
Back at Jacksons Lane as part of the 40th birthday celebrations, this piece seesGandini simultaneously looking back to the past, forward to the future, and trying to explain how to get from one to the other.
With 6 jugglers and 3 dancers.
There will be a Gala performance of meta on Wed 25 Nov. CLICK HERE for more information.
Nov
22
Sun
Meta – Gandini Juggling @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 22 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The vertigo of structure, the infectiousness of the shocking. 
A show about making shows. A reflection on entertainment. In the 90’s the Gandinis made a series of experimental pieces with Choreographer Gill Clarkethat were performed at Jacksons Lane. For this commission they revisit those pieces with a show which is about itself, an elliptical reflexion on their journey through entertainment.
There will be complex juggling, text, ballet dancing, hammers, nudity, tables and a comedy sketch.
Gandini are bursting with concepts and commentary about form, style and substance. They are excited about this dissection of things, about dwelling deeper into the anatomy of a show.
Back at Jacksons Lane as part of the 40th birthday celebrations, this piece seesGandini simultaneously looking back to the past, forward to the future, and trying to explain how to get from one to the other.
With 6 jugglers and 3 dancers.
There will be a Gala performance of meta on Wed 25 Nov. CLICK HERE for more information.
Nov
23
Mon
Meta – Gandini Juggling @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 23 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The vertigo of structure, the infectiousness of the shocking. 
A show about making shows. A reflection on entertainment. In the 90’s the Gandinis made a series of experimental pieces with Choreographer Gill Clarkethat were performed at Jacksons Lane. For this commission they revisit those pieces with a show which is about itself, an elliptical reflexion on their journey through entertainment.
There will be complex juggling, text, ballet dancing, hammers, nudity, tables and a comedy sketch.
Gandini are bursting with concepts and commentary about form, style and substance. They are excited about this dissection of things, about dwelling deeper into the anatomy of a show.
Back at Jacksons Lane as part of the 40th birthday celebrations, this piece seesGandini simultaneously looking back to the past, forward to the future, and trying to explain how to get from one to the other.
With 6 jugglers and 3 dancers.
There will be a Gala performance of meta on Wed 25 Nov. CLICK HERE for more information.
Nov
24
Tue
Meta – Gandini Juggling @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 24 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The vertigo of structure, the infectiousness of the shocking. 
A show about making shows. A reflection on entertainment. In the 90’s the Gandinis made a series of experimental pieces with Choreographer Gill Clarkethat were performed at Jacksons Lane. For this commission they revisit those pieces with a show which is about itself, an elliptical reflexion on their journey through entertainment.
There will be complex juggling, text, ballet dancing, hammers, nudity, tables and a comedy sketch.
Gandini are bursting with concepts and commentary about form, style and substance. They are excited about this dissection of things, about dwelling deeper into the anatomy of a show.
Back at Jacksons Lane as part of the 40th birthday celebrations, this piece seesGandini simultaneously looking back to the past, forward to the future, and trying to explain how to get from one to the other.
With 6 jugglers and 3 dancers.
There will be a Gala performance of meta on Wed 25 Nov. CLICK HERE for more information.
Nov
25
Wed
Meta 40th Anniversary Gala @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 25 @ 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm

The closing night of our brand new commission is a chance to mark our birthday with you in style.

On this very special evening, come and celebrate with a performance of Gandini Juggling’s meta followed by a champagne reception with canapés, a chance to meet the artists and brilliant live music and entertainment at the post-show birthday party.

Read about meta HERE

Oct
23
Mon
October Half Term Movie Making – Day of the Dead @ Highgate Primary School
Oct 23 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

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Make a Hallowe’en movie full of mystery and mayhem!

This half term workshop is inspired by the new Pixar movie Coco and The Day of the Dead festival, bringing some creepy and macabre comedy to October half term.

Throughout the course, members will learn how to create fun and unique production designs, learn some creepy special and technical effects, as well as practise their directing, acting and camera skills.

Open to Ages 7-11 and 11-14.

Times and prices are subject to change. Contact venue before setting out.

October Half Term Movie Making – The Sorcerer’s Apprentice @ Highgate Primary School
Oct 23 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Make a Hallowe’en movie full of adventure and magic!

This playful half term workshop explores storytelling and special effects, as Shooting Stars members create a magical adventure movie full of wonder and scintillating surprises…

There are lots of creative skills to learn, as well as new friends to make, all whilst building up confidence and having lots of fun.

Within the course, members will take part in drama, imaginative play, animation and arts and craft activities, as well as plenty of movie making fun to capture all the adventures on camera.

Open to Ages 4-7 year olds.

Times and prices are subject to change. Contact venue before setting out.

Oct
24
Tue
October Half Term Movie Making – Day of the Dead @ Highgate Primary School
Oct 24 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

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Make a Hallowe’en movie full of mystery and mayhem!

This half term workshop is inspired by the new Pixar movie Coco and The Day of the Dead festival, bringing some creepy and macabre comedy to October half term.

Throughout the course, members will learn how to create fun and unique production designs, learn some creepy special and technical effects, as well as practise their directing, acting and camera skills.

Open to Ages 7-11 and 11-14.

Times and prices are subject to change. Contact venue before setting out.

October Half Term Movie Making – The Sorcerer’s Apprentice @ Highgate Primary School
Oct 24 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Make a Hallowe’en movie full of adventure and magic!

This playful half term workshop explores storytelling and special effects, as Shooting Stars members create a magical adventure movie full of wonder and scintillating surprises…

There are lots of creative skills to learn, as well as new friends to make, all whilst building up confidence and having lots of fun.

Within the course, members will take part in drama, imaginative play, animation and arts and craft activities, as well as plenty of movie making fun to capture all the adventures on camera.

Open to Ages 4-7 year olds.

Times and prices are subject to change. Contact venue before setting out.

Oct
25
Wed
October Half Term Movie Making – Day of the Dead @ Highgate Primary School
Oct 25 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

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Make a Hallowe’en movie full of mystery and mayhem!

This half term workshop is inspired by the new Pixar movie Coco and The Day of the Dead festival, bringing some creepy and macabre comedy to October half term.

Throughout the course, members will learn how to create fun and unique production designs, learn some creepy special and technical effects, as well as practise their directing, acting and camera skills.

Open to Ages 7-11 and 11-14.

Times and prices are subject to change. Contact venue before setting out.

October Half Term Movie Making – The Sorcerer’s Apprentice @ Highgate Primary School
Oct 25 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Make a Hallowe’en movie full of adventure and magic!

This playful half term workshop explores storytelling and special effects, as Shooting Stars members create a magical adventure movie full of wonder and scintillating surprises…

There are lots of creative skills to learn, as well as new friends to make, all whilst building up confidence and having lots of fun.

Within the course, members will take part in drama, imaginative play, animation and arts and craft activities, as well as plenty of movie making fun to capture all the adventures on camera.

Open to Ages 4-7 year olds.

Times and prices are subject to change. Contact venue before setting out.

Apr
9
Mon
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 9 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
10
Tue
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 10 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
11
Wed
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 11 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
12
Thu
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 12 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
13
Fri
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329