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Dec
6
Fri
An Exhibition of Contrasts @ Lauderdale House
Dec 6 all-day

The exhibition is a dazzling collection of colourful effects; Michele, one of the UK’s leading original abstract artists, using vibrant paint and colours in a whole new way to create art that touches you both visually and emotionally. Angel Angeli presents a colourful collection of byzantine and sienese style panels, recreated using 14th century methods of egg tempera and 24ct gold leaf.

Private view open to all: Wed 27 Nov from 7.30 to 9.30pm

Website: www.abstractvisions.co.uk

The exhibition is sponsored by Anthony Pepe & Co .Your local award winning estate agency.

LIGCA comes of age @ Lauderdale House
Dec 6 all-day

London International Gallery of Children’s Art

A fascinating insight into contemporary international children’s art. Drawing from LIGCA’s permanent collection, this exhibition aims to encourage international understanding through the creativity of children from around the world.

Private View open to all: Wed 27 Nov from 7.30 to 9.30pm

Venue: Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Website: www.ligca.org

*We regret that our Upper Gallery & Long Gallery are not currently wheelchair accessable. Please call to check opening times for the Long Gallery in advance of your visit.

Dec
7
Sat
An Exhibition of Contrasts @ Lauderdale House
Dec 7 all-day

The exhibition is a dazzling collection of colourful effects; Michele, one of the UK’s leading original abstract artists, using vibrant paint and colours in a whole new way to create art that touches you both visually and emotionally. Angel Angeli presents a colourful collection of byzantine and sienese style panels, recreated using 14th century methods of egg tempera and 24ct gold leaf.

Private view open to all: Wed 27 Nov from 7.30 to 9.30pm

Website: www.abstractvisions.co.uk

The exhibition is sponsored by Anthony Pepe & Co .Your local award winning estate agency.

LIGCA comes of age @ Lauderdale House
Dec 7 all-day

London International Gallery of Children’s Art

A fascinating insight into contemporary international children’s art. Drawing from LIGCA’s permanent collection, this exhibition aims to encourage international understanding through the creativity of children from around the world.

Private View open to all: Wed 27 Nov from 7.30 to 9.30pm

Venue: Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Website: www.ligca.org

*We regret that our Upper Gallery & Long Gallery are not currently wheelchair accessable. Please call to check opening times for the Long Gallery in advance of your visit.

Elliott’s Christmas @ Lauderdale House
Dec 7 @ 11:15 am – 12:00 pm

Sat 7 Dec at Lauderdale House

Ages 2 to 5

Mischievous dog Elliott is at home on Christmas Eve, and very excited about what presents he may get, when he is visited by an Elf. This Elf says that Father Christmas has left one of his presents behind, and asks if Elliott can help. So off Elliott goes on his journey to find Father Christmas before it’s too late. He meets lots of different characters, who play games and sing songs with Elliott, but will he make it on time? One thing’s for sure, he’ll need all your help along the way. Two shows at 10.00 and 11.15. Shows last 45 mins.

 

Family carols @ St Michael's Church
Dec 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

A real community event for young and old alike with carols sung by Highgate Choral Society, the New London Children’s Choir and children from St Michael’s Primary School, Highgate with organist Daniel Moult conducted by Ronald Corp.  And audience participation, of course!

Dec
8
Sun
An Exhibition of Contrasts @ Lauderdale House
Dec 8 all-day

The exhibition is a dazzling collection of colourful effects; Michele, one of the UK’s leading original abstract artists, using vibrant paint and colours in a whole new way to create art that touches you both visually and emotionally. Angel Angeli presents a colourful collection of byzantine and sienese style panels, recreated using 14th century methods of egg tempera and 24ct gold leaf.

Private view open to all: Wed 27 Nov from 7.30 to 9.30pm

Website: www.abstractvisions.co.uk

The exhibition is sponsored by Anthony Pepe & Co .Your local award winning estate agency.

LIGCA comes of age @ Lauderdale House
Dec 8 all-day

London International Gallery of Children’s Art

A fascinating insight into contemporary international children’s art. Drawing from LIGCA’s permanent collection, this exhibition aims to encourage international understanding through the creativity of children from around the world.

Private View open to all: Wed 27 Nov from 7.30 to 9.30pm

Venue: Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Website: www.ligca.org

*We regret that our Upper Gallery & Long Gallery are not currently wheelchair accessable. Please call to check opening times for the Long Gallery in advance of your visit.

City Philharmonic Chamber Choir Christmas Concert conducted by Stephen Rhys MBE @ Lauderdale House
Dec 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Sun 8 Dec   Lauderdale House

7pm

£14 (£10 concs)

Christina Rhys (harp) and Soloists Phillida Bannister (contralto) and David Morris (tenor)

Box Office: 07802 498 342 or until 30 November 2013 by post to David Morris, 2nd Floor, 201 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 5AB with SAE and cheque made payable to City Philharmonic Choir.

A Christmas concert featuring Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten and Carols.  Also, a performance of An Evening Hymn for Tenor, Contralto and Harp in the presence of the composer, Stuart Ward in celebration of his 90th birthday year.

 

Dec
9
Mon
N6Zumba Dance fitness @ All Saints Church Hall
Dec 9 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Join the Latin-inspired dance fitness party with a native dancer! N6Zumba: bringing the tropical heat to Highgate! All levels welcome.

Dec
11
Wed
Engagement @ Lauderdale House
Dec 11 all-day

wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Entrance Hall

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

This exhibition has been influenced by nature and ancient symbols, using timber the artist collected from both land and sea over the years with great care and possesses a more special meaning.

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening

Eyes @ Lauderdale House
Dec 11 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Lower Gallery

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

The artist was inspired by the unique eyes of each subject matter and how fascinating it is to be able to see various feelings and emotions through one’s eyes. Eyes that reflect confusion and disbelief, eyes that enhance disappointments entangled with regret, eyes can be deceitful yet convincing but nevertheless they all express unyielding dignity.

Gallery is open Wed – Sunday. Please contact Lauderdale House for Saturday opening.

 

Shaking Hands – a solo show by Justin Piperger @ Lauderdale House
Dec 11 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec Lauderdale House

Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

After his sell out show here in 2010, Justin Piperger is back with more of his enlightened and witty paintings. Expect love, magic, chickens and ping pong balls on canvases overflowing with hope, truth and joy. www.justinpainting.com

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening.

Carols in Pond Square @ Pond Square
Dec 11 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Morrissey & Marshall Christmas Party @ Boogaloo
Dec 11 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Wed 11th  Morrissey & Marshall Christmas Party 7pm

Fresh from being Special Guests on stage with Sinead O’Connor last night in London! These rising Irish stars host their Christmas soiree…. they‘ll curate another night of brilliant music, finishing up with their own beautiful harmonies; reminiscent of Simon & Garfunkel or The Everley’s, these guys are very talented and charming to boot. Get here early!

Dec
12
Thu
Engagement @ Lauderdale House
Dec 12 all-day

wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Entrance Hall

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

This exhibition has been influenced by nature and ancient symbols, using timber the artist collected from both land and sea over the years with great care and possesses a more special meaning.

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening

Eyes @ Lauderdale House
Dec 12 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Lower Gallery

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

The artist was inspired by the unique eyes of each subject matter and how fascinating it is to be able to see various feelings and emotions through one’s eyes. Eyes that reflect confusion and disbelief, eyes that enhance disappointments entangled with regret, eyes can be deceitful yet convincing but nevertheless they all express unyielding dignity.

Gallery is open Wed – Sunday. Please contact Lauderdale House for Saturday opening.

 

Shaking Hands – a solo show by Justin Piperger @ Lauderdale House
Dec 12 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec Lauderdale House

Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

After his sell out show here in 2010, Justin Piperger is back with more of his enlightened and witty paintings. Expect love, magic, chickens and ping pong balls on canvases overflowing with hope, truth and joy. www.justinpainting.com

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening.

Kiss Me Kate @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Dec 12 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Book by Sam and Bella Spewack

Director – John Plews Musical Director – Simon Burrow Choreographer – Ryan-Lee Seager Designer – Fi Russell Lighting Designer – Tom Boucher Sound Designer – Jon Raper

Tony Award winning musical featuring Brush Up Your Shakespeare, Too Darn Hot, Why Can’t You Behave?, Another Op’nin’, Another Show, Always True To You In My Fashion and So In Love.

This exuberant show-within-a-show throws together gun-toting gangsters, sparring actors and romantic entanglements against a musical production of Taming of the Shrew.

Performances Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm Sunday at 4pm
Additional matinees at 3pm: Friday 27, Saturday 28, Tuesday 31 December 2013, Thursday 2, Friday 3 January 2014

Kiss Me Kate @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Dec 12 @ 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Book by Sam and Bella Spewack

Director – John Plews Musical Director – Simon Burrow Choreographer – Ryan-Lee Seager Designer – Fi Russell Lighting Designer – Tom Boucher Sound Designer – Jon Raper

Tony Award winning musical featuring Brush Up Your Shakespeare, Too Darn Hot, Why Can’t You Behave?, Another Op’nin’, Another Show, Always True To You In My Fashion and So In Love.

This exuberant show-within-a-show throws together gun-toting gangsters, sparring actors and romantic entanglements against a musical production of Taming of the Shrew.

Performances Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm Sunday at 4pm
Additional matinees at 3pm: Friday 27, Saturday 28, Tuesday 31 December 2013, Thursday 2, Friday 3 January 2014

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.

 

Kiss Me Kate @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Dec 12 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Book by Sam and Bella Spewack

Director – John Plews Musical Director – Simon Burrow Choreographer – Ryan-Lee Seager Designer – Fi Russell Lighting Designer – Tom Boucher Sound Designer – Jon Raper

Tony Award winning musical featuring Brush Up Your Shakespeare, Too Darn Hot, Why Can’t You Behave?, Another Op’nin’, Another Show, Always True To You In My Fashion and So In Love.

This exuberant show-within-a-show throws together gun-toting gangsters, sparring actors and romantic entanglements against a musical production of Taming of the Shrew.

Performances Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm Sunday at 4pm
Additional matinees at 3pm: Friday 27, Saturday 28, Tuesday 31 December 2013, Thursday 2, Friday 3 January 2014

Zoe Schwarz/Rob Koral Quintet @ Lauderdale House
Dec 12 @ 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Zoe Schwarz/Rob Koral Quintet

with Robin Aspland (pno), Steve Thompson (bs) & Paul Robinson (dms)

Thu 12 Dec  Lauderdale House

8.30pm

£9 (£7.50 concs)

Zoe with her new partner, guitarist Rob Koral, has established several groups, from a duo to blues bands and this, their jazz quintet with major players Robin Aspland, Paul Robinson & Steve Thompson.   Zoe’s repertoire is wonderfully eclectic from deep down blues to Ray Charles soul, with more than a hint of Billie Holiday’s passion on conventional standards.  Playing to a packed Methodist church in Swanage this year, they received a storming reception.

Dec
13
Fri
Engagement @ Lauderdale House
Dec 13 all-day

wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Entrance Hall

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

This exhibition has been influenced by nature and ancient symbols, using timber the artist collected from both land and sea over the years with great care and possesses a more special meaning.

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening

Eyes @ Lauderdale House
Dec 13 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Lower Gallery

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

The artist was inspired by the unique eyes of each subject matter and how fascinating it is to be able to see various feelings and emotions through one’s eyes. Eyes that reflect confusion and disbelief, eyes that enhance disappointments entangled with regret, eyes can be deceitful yet convincing but nevertheless they all express unyielding dignity.

Gallery is open Wed – Sunday. Please contact Lauderdale House for Saturday opening.

 

Shaking Hands – a solo show by Justin Piperger @ Lauderdale House
Dec 13 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec Lauderdale House

Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

After his sell out show here in 2010, Justin Piperger is back with more of his enlightened and witty paintings. Expect love, magic, chickens and ping pong balls on canvases overflowing with hope, truth and joy. www.justinpainting.com

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening.

Kiss Me Kate @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Dec 13 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Book by Sam and Bella Spewack

Director – John Plews Musical Director – Simon Burrow Choreographer – Ryan-Lee Seager Designer – Fi Russell Lighting Designer – Tom Boucher Sound Designer – Jon Raper

Tony Award winning musical featuring Brush Up Your Shakespeare, Too Darn Hot, Why Can’t You Behave?, Another Op’nin’, Another Show, Always True To You In My Fashion and So In Love.

This exuberant show-within-a-show throws together gun-toting gangsters, sparring actors and romantic entanglements against a musical production of Taming of the Shrew.

Performances Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm Sunday at 4pm
Additional matinees at 3pm: Friday 27, Saturday 28, Tuesday 31 December 2013, Thursday 2, Friday 3 January 2014

The Highgate International Chamber Music Festival @ Lauderdale House
Dec 13 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Fri 13 Dec  Lauderdale House

7.30pm

Adults £16 (£13 concs), Children £8

Box Office: www.chambermusicfestival.co.uk or 07779 100 646

As part of its week of concerts, the Highgate International Chamber Music Festival presents internationally renowned artists for a selection of chamber music masterworks.

Dec
14
Sat
Engagement @ Lauderdale House
Dec 14 all-day

wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Entrance Hall

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

This exhibition has been influenced by nature and ancient symbols, using timber the artist collected from both land and sea over the years with great care and possesses a more special meaning.

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening

Eyes @ Lauderdale House
Dec 14 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Lower Gallery

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

The artist was inspired by the unique eyes of each subject matter and how fascinating it is to be able to see various feelings and emotions through one’s eyes. Eyes that reflect confusion and disbelief, eyes that enhance disappointments entangled with regret, eyes can be deceitful yet convincing but nevertheless they all express unyielding dignity.

Gallery is open Wed – Sunday. Please contact Lauderdale House for Saturday opening.

 

Shaking Hands – a solo show by Justin Piperger @ Lauderdale House
Dec 14 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec Lauderdale House

Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

After his sell out show here in 2010, Justin Piperger is back with more of his enlightened and witty paintings. Expect love, magic, chickens and ping pong balls on canvases overflowing with hope, truth and joy. www.justinpainting.com

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening.

Father Christmas in the House @ Lauderdale House
Dec 14 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Your chance to visit ‘one of London’s top five Santas’ (Time Out) who’s flown in specially for the weekend to meet and treat the children of Highgate! Come and meet him, find out about the reindeer … and, of course, leave with a present! Advance booking advisable; choose your half hour slot

Lauderdale House
Sat 14 & Sun 15 Dec
10am to 1pm
2 to 4pm

£6

Rapunzel @ Lauderdale House
Dec 14 @ 10:00 am – 10:45 am

Sat 14 Dec  Lauderdalae House

Ages 2 to 5

A beautiful girl is locked in a high tower by a Wicked Witch. There is no means of escape – no television, no computer, no phone to call home.  All because her father couldn’t keep away from his neighbours’ vegetables!  Rapunzel, Rapunzel! It’s a hairy situation!  Is there a Prince brave enough, or even crazy enough, to save this poor girl? A puppet show for all the family.

Two shows at 10.00 and 11.15. Shows last 45 mins.

Rapunzel @ Lauderdale House
Dec 14 @ 11:15 am – 12:00 pm

Sat 14 Dec  Lauderdalae House

Ages 2 to 5

A beautiful girl is locked in a high tower by a Wicked Witch. There is no means of escape – no television, no computer, no phone to call home.  All because her father couldn’t keep away from his neighbours’ vegetables!  Rapunzel, Rapunzel! It’s a hairy situation!  Is there a Prince brave enough, or even crazy enough, to save this poor girl? A puppet show for all the family.

Two shows at 10.00 and 11.15. Shows last 45 mins.

Kiss Me Kate @ Upstairs at the Gatehouse
Dec 14 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter Book by Sam and Bella Spewack

Director – John Plews Musical Director – Simon Burrow Choreographer – Ryan-Lee Seager Designer – Fi Russell Lighting Designer – Tom Boucher Sound Designer – Jon Raper

Tony Award winning musical featuring Brush Up Your Shakespeare, Too Darn Hot, Why Can’t You Behave?, Another Op’nin’, Another Show, Always True To You In My Fashion and So In Love.

This exuberant show-within-a-show throws together gun-toting gangsters, sparring actors and romantic entanglements against a musical production of Taming of the Shrew.

Performances Tuesday – Saturday at 7.30pm Sunday at 4pm
Additional matinees at 3pm: Friday 27, Saturday 28, Tuesday 31 December 2013, Thursday 2, Friday 3 January 2014

Dec
15
Sun
Engagement @ Lauderdale House
Dec 15 all-day

wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Entrance Hall

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

This exhibition has been influenced by nature and ancient symbols, using timber the artist collected from both land and sea over the years with great care and possesses a more special meaning.

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening

Eyes @ Lauderdale House
Dec 15 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec  Lauderdale House

Lower Gallery

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

The artist was inspired by the unique eyes of each subject matter and how fascinating it is to be able to see various feelings and emotions through one’s eyes. Eyes that reflect confusion and disbelief, eyes that enhance disappointments entangled with regret, eyes can be deceitful yet convincing but nevertheless they all express unyielding dignity.

Gallery is open Wed – Sunday. Please contact Lauderdale House for Saturday opening.

 

Shaking Hands – a solo show by Justin Piperger @ Lauderdale House
Dec 15 all-day

Wed 11 to Sun 22 Dec Lauderdale House

Upper Gallery* & Long Gallery*

Private View open to all: Wed 11 Dec from 7.30 to 9.30pm

After his sell out show here in 2010, Justin Piperger is back with more of his enlightened and witty paintings. Expect love, magic, chickens and ping pong balls on canvases overflowing with hope, truth and joy. www.justinpainting.com

Gallery is open Wed to Sunday. Please contact the House for Saturday opening.

Father Christmas in the House @ Lauderdale House
Dec 15 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Your chance to visit ‘one of London’s top five Santas’ (Time Out) who’s flown in specially for the weekend to meet and treat the children of Highgate! Come and meet him, find out about the reindeer … and, of course, leave with a present! Advance booking advisable; choose your half hour slot

Lauderdale House
Sat 14 & Sun 15 Dec
10am to 1pm
2 to 4pm

£6

Under the Influence Christmas Party @ Boogaloo
Dec 15 @ 2:00 pm – 11:45 pm

Under the Influence Christmas Party

Doors 2pm – 12 midnight

The very popular club hosts a festive edition! Since it began in 2010 there have been nights dedicated to Leonard Cohen, Morrissey, Lou Reed, Billy Bragg, Nick Cave, Nina Simone, Captain Beefheart, The Specials, Blondie, Jacques Brel, Ray Davies, Pixies, Belle & Sebastian, Kate Bush, The Clash, The Cure, Prince & more… but its Christmas so who will it be tonight?

http://undertheinfluencenight.com