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Aug
25
Sat
It’s Beautiful, Over There @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Aug 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

 

Thomas Edison’s last words were “It’s very beautiful over there”.
In this new piece of writing, the audience is presented with a powerful story of a young adult’s effort to cope with the unexpected death of a close friend.
A one-woman show about understanding death and grief, the importance of telling stories, and the ways in which we live on through the legacy we leave behind in our names and our memories. And how to fold origami swans.
Stephanie Greenwood is a British-South African writer and actress living in London who has recently completed the first UK tour of Jonathan Lewis’ play Soldier On.

Twitter: @stephmgreenwood

It’s Beautiful, Over There @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Aug 25 @ 8:45 pm – 10:45 pm

 

Thomas Edison’s last words were “It’s very beautiful over there”.
In this new piece of writing, the audience is presented with a powerful story of a young adult’s effort to cope with the unexpected death of a close friend.
A one-woman show about understanding death and grief, the importance of telling stories, and the ways in which we live on through the legacy we leave behind in our names and our memories. And how to fold origami swans.
Stephanie Greenwood is a British-South African writer and actress living in London who has recently completed the first UK tour of Jonathan Lewis’ play Soldier On.

Twitter: @stephmgreenwood

Aug
26
Sun
Flo Smith: Now and Then @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Aug 26 @ 7:45 pm – 9:45 pm

It’s 1969 and a woman looks back on her life lived in London. From The Boer War to The Summer of Love, Flo Smith, mother, widow and grandmother, recalls with horror and humour, tears and joy, the turbulent times at home and in the world beyond her front door.

“Incredibly vivid. Spunky. Gossipy. Human. Relatable. Magical.” Stratford Herald.

Twitter: @flonowandthen

Web: www.flonowandthen.co.uk

Aug
29
Wed
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Aug 29 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Wednesdays and Fridays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Aug
30
Thu
Yoga at Jacksons Lane @ Jacksons Lane
Aug 30 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Weekly drop-in Hatha yoga classes suitable for all levels, beginners welcome. Come and practice some lovely postures in a safe environment that will leave you feeling uplifted and refreshed. I am certified by the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) and classes include a mixture of pranayama, postures and relaxation with focus on correct alignment. The steady flow of postures will improve your strength and flexibility. Mats, blocks and bricks provided or you are welcome to bring your own.

*Email me to book your place and receive your first class FREE*

Aug
31
Fri
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Aug 31 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Fridays and Wednesdays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Sep
5
Wed
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 5 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Wednesdays and Fridays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Kid’s Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane
Sep 5 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Kid's Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane

 

We are excited to announce that Doodle Arts will start a new Drawing and Painting class for the Autumn term. The classes will take place on Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm at Jacksons’ Lane.

Each session is especially design to help children develop their artistic skills and knowledge by using a combination of mediums and techniques such as painting (acrylics, canvases, watercolours) drawing (charcoal and graphite) printmaking (relief print and embossing) and sculpture. Drawing inspiration from contemporary artists as well as the great masters and the History of Art we will be exploring fundamental notions in fine art like composition, prospective, tone and texture while at the same time encouraging creative thinking and imagination and most importantly having fun!

The sessions are suitable for ages 5-11. All materials are provided.

Participation fee: £145 for 12 sessions / Family offer: £250 for 2 siblings

Limited availability. To reserve a space please contact Anastasia Mina on 07510898430 or email us at doodlecreativeactivities@gmail.com 

Sep
6
Thu
Yoga at Jacksons Lane @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 6 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Weekly drop-in Hatha yoga classes suitable for all levels, beginners welcome. Come and practice some lovely postures in a safe environment that will leave you feeling uplifted and refreshed. I am certified by the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) and classes include a mixture of pranayama, postures and relaxation with focus on correct alignment. The steady flow of postures will improve your strength and flexibility. Mats, blocks and bricks provided or you are welcome to bring your own.

*Email me to book your place and receive your first class FREE*

Sep
7
Fri
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 7 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Fridays and Wednesdays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Larkin Descending @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 7 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

It is 1985. Philip Larkin is the nation’s best-loved poet. He sits in his suburban house in Hull, drinking too much, listening to his beloved jazz and wondering why he can’t write any more.

Award-winning playwright Gail Lowe explore’s the roots of Larkin’s poetry – his happy childhood, his need for privacy, and the complex relationships he had with the women in his life.

Larkin is brought vividly to life by Brighton actor Graham White in this witty and intriguing production.

Gail Louw has her plays performed throughout the world: Duwayne, (Best New Play at Brighton Fringe), Blonde Poison (Argus Angel, Best of the Fest – San Francisco Fringe, South Africa and Sydney Opera House). Miss Dietrich Regrets (Naledi Award). And this is my friend Mr Laurel, with Jeffrey Holland (Edinburghand tour), Two Sisters (Los Angeles and UK). Most recently is The Mitfords. Oberon have published two collections of Gail’s plays.

Directed by Sylvia Vickers.

Sep
8
Sat
Larkin Descending @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 8 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

It is 1985. Philip Larkin is the nation’s best-loved poet. He sits in his suburban house in Hull, drinking too much, listening to his beloved jazz and wondering why he can’t write any more.

Award-winning playwright Gail Lowe explore’s the roots of Larkin’s poetry – his happy childhood, his need for privacy, and the complex relationships he had with the women in his life.

Larkin is brought vividly to life by Brighton actor Graham White in this witty and intriguing production.

Gail Louw has her plays performed throughout the world: Duwayne, (Best New Play at Brighton Fringe), Blonde Poison (Argus Angel, Best of the Fest – San Francisco Fringe, South Africa and Sydney Opera House). Miss Dietrich Regrets (Naledi Award). And this is my friend Mr Laurel, with Jeffrey Holland (Edinburghand tour), Two Sisters (Los Angeles and UK). Most recently is The Mitfords. Oberon have published two collections of Gail’s plays.

Directed by Sylvia Vickers.

Sep
9
Sun
Larkin Descending @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 9 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

It is 1985. Philip Larkin is the nation’s best-loved poet. He sits in his suburban house in Hull, drinking too much, listening to his beloved jazz and wondering why he can’t write any more.

Award-winning playwright Gail Lowe explore’s the roots of Larkin’s poetry – his happy childhood, his need for privacy, and the complex relationships he had with the women in his life.

Larkin is brought vividly to life by Brighton actor Graham White in this witty and intriguing production.

Gail Louw has her plays performed throughout the world: Duwayne, (Best New Play at Brighton Fringe), Blonde Poison (Argus Angel, Best of the Fest – San Francisco Fringe, South Africa and Sydney Opera House). Miss Dietrich Regrets (Naledi Award). And this is my friend Mr Laurel, with Jeffrey Holland (Edinburghand tour), Two Sisters (Los Angeles and UK). Most recently is The Mitfords. Oberon have published two collections of Gail’s plays.

Directed by Sylvia Vickers.

Sep
12
Wed
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 12 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Wednesdays and Fridays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Kid’s Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane
Sep 12 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Kid's Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane

 

We are excited to announce that Doodle Arts will start a new Drawing and Painting class for the Autumn term. The classes will take place on Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm at Jacksons’ Lane.

Each session is especially design to help children develop their artistic skills and knowledge by using a combination of mediums and techniques such as painting (acrylics, canvases, watercolours) drawing (charcoal and graphite) printmaking (relief print and embossing) and sculpture. Drawing inspiration from contemporary artists as well as the great masters and the History of Art we will be exploring fundamental notions in fine art like composition, prospective, tone and texture while at the same time encouraging creative thinking and imagination and most importantly having fun!

The sessions are suitable for ages 5-11. All materials are provided.

Participation fee: £145 for 12 sessions / Family offer: £250 for 2 siblings

Limited availability. To reserve a space please contact Anastasia Mina on 07510898430 or email us at doodlecreativeactivities@gmail.com 

Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 12 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
13
Thu
Yoga at Jacksons Lane @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 13 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Weekly drop-in Hatha yoga classes suitable for all levels, beginners welcome. Come and practice some lovely postures in a safe environment that will leave you feeling uplifted and refreshed. I am certified by the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) and classes include a mixture of pranayama, postures and relaxation with focus on correct alignment. The steady flow of postures will improve your strength and flexibility. Mats, blocks and bricks provided or you are welcome to bring your own.

*Email me to book your place and receive your first class FREE*

Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 13 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
14
Fri
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 14 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Fridays and Wednesdays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 14 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
15
Sat
Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 15 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
16
Sun
Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 16 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
18
Tue
Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 18 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
19
Wed
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 19 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Wednesdays and Fridays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Kid’s Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane
Sep 19 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Kid's Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane

 

We are excited to announce that Doodle Arts will start a new Drawing and Painting class for the Autumn term. The classes will take place on Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm at Jacksons’ Lane.

Each session is especially design to help children develop their artistic skills and knowledge by using a combination of mediums and techniques such as painting (acrylics, canvases, watercolours) drawing (charcoal and graphite) printmaking (relief print and embossing) and sculpture. Drawing inspiration from contemporary artists as well as the great masters and the History of Art we will be exploring fundamental notions in fine art like composition, prospective, tone and texture while at the same time encouraging creative thinking and imagination and most importantly having fun!

The sessions are suitable for ages 5-11. All materials are provided.

Participation fee: £145 for 12 sessions / Family offer: £250 for 2 siblings

Limited availability. To reserve a space please contact Anastasia Mina on 07510898430 or email us at doodlecreativeactivities@gmail.com 

Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 19 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
20
Thu
Yoga at Jacksons Lane @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 20 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Weekly drop-in Hatha yoga classes suitable for all levels, beginners welcome. Come and practice some lovely postures in a safe environment that will leave you feeling uplifted and refreshed. I am certified by the British Wheel of Yoga (BWY) and classes include a mixture of pranayama, postures and relaxation with focus on correct alignment. The steady flow of postures will improve your strength and flexibility. Mats, blocks and bricks provided or you are welcome to bring your own.

*Email me to book your place and receive your first class FREE*

Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 20 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
21
Fri
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 21 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Fridays and Wednesdays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

rucksack-music-fayes-pic

Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 21 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Raven @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 21 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Raven @ Jacksons Lane
“In German, we have this saying: ‘raven mother’. Neglectful, selfish. I’m afraid people say this behind my back.”

Am I strict enough? Am I away too much? Did I breastfeed for long enough? Should I be back in shape by now? Did I need that second glass of wine? Why is the house never tidy?
Did I want this?
Am I still myself?
Do they call me raven mother?

This fresh, forceful, feminist new work breaks down the crippling self-doubt and social expectations of modern mothers – whether to return to work or stay at home, whether to sacrifice or preserve themselves.

Berlin circus collective Still Hungry reveal the uncomfortable dark sides of their own motherhood in this mix of aerial circus and physical theatre.

Award-winning performance artist Bryony Kimmings lends her signature razor-sharp wit, emotive punch and provocative aesthetic to make her directorial debut for circus.

A UK premiere.

Sep
22
Sat
Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 22 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Raven @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 22 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Raven @ Jacksons Lane
“In German, we have this saying: ‘raven mother’. Neglectful, selfish. I’m afraid people say this behind my back.”

Am I strict enough? Am I away too much? Did I breastfeed for long enough? Should I be back in shape by now? Did I need that second glass of wine? Why is the house never tidy?
Did I want this?
Am I still myself?
Do they call me raven mother?

This fresh, forceful, feminist new work breaks down the crippling self-doubt and social expectations of modern mothers – whether to return to work or stay at home, whether to sacrifice or preserve themselves.

Berlin circus collective Still Hungry reveal the uncomfortable dark sides of their own motherhood in this mix of aerial circus and physical theatre.

Award-winning performance artist Bryony Kimmings lends her signature razor-sharp wit, emotive punch and provocative aesthetic to make her directorial debut for circus.

A UK premiere.

Sep
23
Sun
Sleepyhead @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 23 @ 12:00 pm – 12:50 pm
Sleepyhead @ Jacksons Lane

All Dad wants is for Baby to go to sleep so he can catch up on a little shut-eye too. But tonight, Baby has other ideas… As soon as Dad’s out of the way, Baby gets his hands on the magic top hat, and when his friend Rabbit shows up the fun and games really begin. Mix in some magic, a pinch of circus and a large dollop of silliness and you have the recipe for a little adventure with a lot of laughs.

12pm & 3pm

Age guidance: 2–5

Sleepyhead @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 23 @ 3:00 pm – 3:50 pm
Sleepyhead @ Jacksons Lane

All Dad wants is for Baby to go to sleep so he can catch up on a little shut-eye too. But tonight, Baby has other ideas… As soon as Dad’s out of the way, Baby gets his hands on the magic top hat, and when his friend Rabbit shows up the fun and games really begin. Mix in some magic, a pinch of circus and a large dollop of silliness and you have the recipe for a little adventure with a lot of laughs.

12pm & 3pm

Age guidance: 2–5

Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 23 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
25
Tue
Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 25 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.

Sep
26
Wed
Rucksack Music @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 26 @ 10:15 am – 11:15 am

Rucksack music at Jacksons Lane.

269A Archway Rd, London N6 5AA

Email: admin@jacksonslane.org.uk

Wednesdays and Fridays 10.15-11.15am.

Come and enjoy a relaxed, interactive guided musical session for children & their adults (parents/carers). Expect nursery rhymes, popular songs & movement, with small percussion instruments to play and live guitar accompaniment. Lots of singing, stomping, clapping, wriggling, just having a good time. Learning through enjoyment. Classes are 1 hour with a break. Tutor is jazz musician Faye Patton.

Suitable for children 0 – 4 years old.

NO NEED TO BOOK – JUST DROP IN!  

£5.00 per child/£3.50 siblings

For more information –  www.rucksackmusic.co.uk

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Kid’s Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane
Sep 26 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Kid's Painting and Drawing Autumn Term Classes @ Jackson's Lane

 

We are excited to announce that Doodle Arts will start a new Drawing and Painting class for the Autumn term. The classes will take place on Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 pm at Jacksons’ Lane.

Each session is especially design to help children develop their artistic skills and knowledge by using a combination of mediums and techniques such as painting (acrylics, canvases, watercolours) drawing (charcoal and graphite) printmaking (relief print and embossing) and sculpture. Drawing inspiration from contemporary artists as well as the great masters and the History of Art we will be exploring fundamental notions in fine art like composition, prospective, tone and texture while at the same time encouraging creative thinking and imagination and most importantly having fun!

The sessions are suitable for ages 5-11. All materials are provided.

Participation fee: £145 for 12 sessions / Family offer: £250 for 2 siblings

Limited availability. To reserve a space please contact Anastasia Mina on 07510898430 or email us at doodlecreativeactivities@gmail.com 

Prairie Flower @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Sep 26 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

An East End gangster’s tale as you’ve never heard it before.

Better known as Skinny Dan or Longdog, Danny O’Halloran was a villain in the old fashioned sense of the word.  A contemporary of the Great Train Robbers, ‘Mad’ Frankie Fraser and all those old-school London gangsters, he robbed banks for a living. But, unlike the infamous Kray twins, he never sought the spotlight.

After a life spent shuttling in and out of jail, scrapping to survive and leaving plenty of broken bones in his wake, Longdog died in 2005. Prairie Flower is set in that year.

Written and performed by Danny’s son Ryan Simms, this one man play turns a family’s dark past into a compelling new piece of theatre.