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Dec
12
Thu
Friends of Highgate Library Festive Event @ Highgate Library Civic & Cultural Centre
Dec 12 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Friends of Highgate Library present a festive evening of storytelling, music, poetry, mulled wine and nibbles on Thursday 12th at 7.30pm at the Highgate Library Civic & Cultural Centre Croftdown Road N19 5DJ with Danny Scheinmann, Filhos de Bimba, Ginny Clee, Simon Edwards, Jan North, Alex Kingsbury, Nina Miranda, Jehane Markham, Sue Toogood & more in support of our precious Library.

 

Oct
8
Thu
Iain Lee v Radio @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 8 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Award winning radio and TV presenter Iain Lee picks some of the most hilarious moments from the history of the wireless.

Why did Nicky Campbell drop himself in it when talking about foxes? What do callers to local radio REALLY think about Mayor Boris Johnson and surely old lady professors know what you can and what you most definitely can’t say on the radio?

Despite appearing on radio (Five Live, Radio 4, XFM, BBC 3 Counties) and TV (The 11 O’Clock Show, This Morning, Big Brothers Bit On The Side) for over fifteen years, this is Iain’s first solo show. Should be a right old laugh.

Jul
16
Sat
Ssshhh! Circus Cabaret curated by Lucy Loves Circus @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 16 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Curated by Lucy Loves Circus

Doffing our cap to the traditions of vaudeville and the origins of circus and cabaret, acclaimed circus blogger Lu Cyrcus curates this very special night, led by Cirque du Soleil’s lead clown Sean Kempton. New and old combine in this evening of contemporary varieté, featuring everything from pole dancing to aerial rope and trapeze, where burlesque meets juggling kettle bells, with a dash of musical saw thrown in for good measure.

A night to tease, whisper and gasp – Ssshhh!

 

We have introduced a Pay What You Decide policy for Postcards Festival 2016shows.

You can attend the shows without paying for a ticket beforehand, but tickets can be reserved in advance (max 4 per booking). When the show finishes, you will have the opportunity to make a donation – either by cash on the door or card at the Box Office.

Mar
7
Tue
The Machine Stops @ Jacksons Lane
Mar 7 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

In a dystopian world where humans have retreated far underground, Kuno alone questions their now total dependency on technology to live and communicate with each other, but in his struggle to break out can he reach the Earth’s surface before the Machine stops?

A chilling prediction and exploration of our increasingly complex relationship with technology based on a short story by EM Forster. Featuring a brand new soundtrack composed by John Foxx, pioneer of electronic music and founder of Ultravox, and analogue synth specialist, Benge.

Mar
8
Wed
The Machine Stops @ Jacksons Lane
Mar 8 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

In a dystopian world where humans have retreated far underground, Kuno alone questions their now total dependency on technology to live and communicate with each other, but in his struggle to break out can he reach the Earth’s surface before the Machine stops?

A chilling prediction and exploration of our increasingly complex relationship with technology based on a short story by EM Forster. Featuring a brand new soundtrack composed by John Foxx, pioneer of electronic music and founder of Ultravox, and analogue synth specialist, Benge.

Mar
9
Thu
The Machine Stops @ Jacksons Lane
Mar 9 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

In a dystopian world where humans have retreated far underground, Kuno alone questions their now total dependency on technology to live and communicate with each other, but in his struggle to break out can he reach the Earth’s surface before the Machine stops?

A chilling prediction and exploration of our increasingly complex relationship with technology based on a short story by EM Forster. Featuring a brand new soundtrack composed by John Foxx, pioneer of electronic music and founder of Ultravox, and analogue synth specialist, Benge.

Mar
10
Fri
The Machine Stops @ Jacksons Lane
Mar 10 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

In a dystopian world where humans have retreated far underground, Kuno alone questions their now total dependency on technology to live and communicate with each other, but in his struggle to break out can he reach the Earth’s surface before the Machine stops?

A chilling prediction and exploration of our increasingly complex relationship with technology based on a short story by EM Forster. Featuring a brand new soundtrack composed by John Foxx, pioneer of electronic music and founder of Ultravox, and analogue synth specialist, Benge.

Mar
11
Sat
The Machine Stops @ Jacksons Lane
Mar 11 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm

In a dystopian world where humans have retreated far underground, Kuno alone questions their now total dependency on technology to live and communicate with each other, but in his struggle to break out can he reach the Earth’s surface before the Machine stops?

A chilling prediction and exploration of our increasingly complex relationship with technology based on a short story by EM Forster. Featuring a brand new soundtrack composed by John Foxx, pioneer of electronic music and founder of Ultravox, and analogue synth specialist, Benge.

Apr
18
Wed
An evening with Annabel Leveton @ Highgate library
Apr 18 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
  • Annabel Leveton was nominated for actress of the year for her lead role in the original production of Hair. She is an actress, singer, director and author of The Real Rock Follies, described by Stephen Fry as a “triumphant and riveting account of an astonishing story”
  • Annabel will recount some amazing tales of her life in theatre and music. Audience members can try a glass of wine in a relaxed atmosphere, while enjoying this fascinating talk interspersed with songs.
  • This evening is sponsored by the Highgate Library Action Group.

Jun
1
Fri
AN INTRODUCTION TO AIKI-LAB AIKIDO: Overcoming Aggression with Beneficent Intention @ At the Highgate Library Civic & Cultural Centre
Jun 1 @ 6:45 pm – 9:30 pm

Sensei Corky Quakenbush (Los Angeles) is back in London to present his unique Aiki-Lab method – at the Highgate Civic and Cultural Centre.

Complete beginners are especially welcome! No Aikido technique, throw, fall or force is strictly necessary!

Corky is the mastermind of the ground-breaking approach to Takemusu Aikido known as AikiLab – a YouTube sensation. Whereas most forms of Aikido are taught through the repetitive emulation of katas or techniques, his approach does not rely on such stereotypes. Instead, the main focus of Aiki-Lab is on the flow of energy arising from the intentions of those involved in a confrontation…

Corky’s re-invention of the Art – the result of more than thirty years of practice and research – his unique gift for teaching, allied to a friendly and open personality, has led to a growing demand for his teaching world-wide.

In this hands-on presentation, you will understand how certain intentional moves which channel beneficent intention towards an opponent, often lead to a safe and harmonious resolution of an attack.

Please book ASAP!

Five £10 concessions  available. Please e-mail us in advance.