Ballet Performances London

Introduction to the tambourine

A traditional Southern Italian tambourine workshop inspired by the musical culture celebrated by La Notte della Taranta, one of the best-known festivals dedicated to the folk traditions of Salento, in Puglia. The workshop introduces participants to the tambourine, the distinctive rhythms of pizzica and their cultural background through practical group exercises. The event is being held at the [English Folk Dance and Song Society](https://www.efdss.org/) and is suitable for beginners as well as people with previous musical experience. Through an organic, structured approach—featuring progressive exercises and theoretical frameworks—we will delve into tambourine techniques and performance styles, applying them to both traditional Central-Southern Italian repertoires and modern music. Broadening our horizons, we will also explore the styles and percussive expressiveness of other traditions, such as those from the Arab-Persian world, Latin America, India, and Northern Europe. The workshop is open to all levels, welcoming both beginners and those already familiar with the instrument.

Swan Lake

Angel's Bone - Front Row Balcony £16 (unhosted)

Angels' Bone show on 31st October, 2pm at London Colisuem. Tickets purchased for £18.06, selling for £16. There is a 50% chance no host can attend so this is unhosted - there is no Interval. **Angel's Bone** is a Pulitzer Prize-winning chamber opera-theatre work composed by Du Yun with a libretto by Royce Vavrek From London Colisuem website: Two angels fall to earth. Heaven help them. Angels appear all too rarely. Don’t miss them. Care becomes contempt, and love becomes loathing in this dark, unsettling parable from contemporary composer [Du Yun](https://www.eno.org/people/du-yun/) and librettist [Royce Vavrek](https://www.eno.org/people/royce-vavrek/). Breaking with operatic tradition, *[Angel’s Bone](https://www.eno.org/operas/angels-bone/)* fuses multiple musical genres, spoken word and immersive staging in an uncompromising tale of modern slavery and human trafficking. Don’t miss Du Yun’s *Angel’s Bone* at the iconic London Coliseum this October – a bold, unsettling opera that will challenge and stay with you long after the curtain falls. Book tickets now. \~\~ These are PDF tickets which you will need to message your email after purchase

'The Standard of Living' by James Graham starring Rory Kinnear & Natalia Osipova

Mendelssohn Violin Concerto + Schumann's 3rd Symphony

Join us for a concert of Smetana, Mendelssohn & Schumann. **\*Please buy your ticket [HERE](https://secure.southbankcentre.co.uk/139430/139431?_gl=1*ohgox3*_gcl_au*MTU4MTYyODE3NC4xNzczMzIyNDI3LjkxOTIzODY2LjE3NzgyNDM3NzQuMTc3ODI0NDA2NA..*FPAU*MTU4MTYyODE3NC4xNzczMzIyNDI3*_ga*MTk4NjUzMzgwNi4xNzczMzIyNDI1*_ga_0QVG9BX354*czE3NzgyNDM2MTAkbzE1JGcxJHQxNzc4MjQ0MzI4JGo1NyRsMCRoMTc4NzE5MTg3NQ..*_fplc*TUxoQ0lJN2MzMnU4SUU2REpRM1RyaCUyRk1EWU8lMkZTJTJGc1ZZdGJpWXAyJTJGVHJrNmd2TXZudEwyUCUyRnhrOXBHdXZHJTJGa3pXUmZBU0JJczI5N1N5R3MyWnBNWWJZdEx0SGoyUHNzUmN2V09EQWc5NmVFYU0lMkYyWHRrTEx3MWZ6dzc5a3clM0QlM0Q.) before marking your attendance\*** Hear Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto brought to life in all its glory by the Philharmonia Orchestra and one of the great violinists of our time, Nicola Benedetti. Lyrical and virtuosic in equal measure, Mendelssohn’s only Violin Concerto has long been one of the best-loved works in the classical repertoire. The chance to hear it live from this dream team of orchestra, conductor and soloist is a highlight in London’s musical calendar. What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Conductor Jakub Hrůša reunites Mendelssohn with his friend Schumann – the two met regularly with fellow musicians to set the world to rights in the cafes of 1830s Leipzig. The last symphony Schumann wrote, the *Rhenish* was inspired by a happy holiday with his wife Clara. The second movement evokes the broad, peacefully flowing river Rhine, the fourth, with its sombre brass chorales, tells of a ceremony the couple witnessed in Cologne Cathedral, and the finale brings this joyful concert to a close in celebratory mood. **PROGRAMME** * Smetana: Overture, *The Two Widows* * Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto * *Interval* * Schumann: Symphony No. 3 (*Rhenish*) Philharmonia Orchestra Conductor: Jakub Hrůša Violin: Nicola Benedetti **TICKETS** Full price tickets start at £17 + £4 booking fee. The booking page can be found here: [https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/mendelssohn-violin-concerto-with-benedetti/](https://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/whats-on/mendelssohn-violin-concerto-with-benedetti/) I'm in seat AA 12 at the front of the rear stalls, if anyone wishes to sit nearby. We'll meet at the bar on level 2 (river end of the building) at 2:30-2:45 for a brief hello before the concert. I'll post in the comments exactly where I'm sitting and what I'm wearing, for those who don't know me. The concert will last 2 hours. Afterwards we'll meet at on level 2 near the bottom of the 'green' staircase (the right side if your back's to the river), and go for a drink nearby.

Swing Academy UK Tuesdays - Dance class/ social - Covent Garden 2026

Check out what we do: https://youtu.be/HSf4QTQpLQ0 Dance West Coast Swing in Covent Garden on Tuesdays. Learn the partner dance taking Europe by storm. Come and join our already well established class night. Danced to a range of music from contemporary to blues, you can find a class in many of the major cities in Europe or America - so it's a great way to combine dance, travel and socialising. The first class is FREE if you've haven't danced West Coast Swing before. No experience, no partner, no problem! Only one trial night allowed per person. After this it's pay per night. It's best to wear flat shoes, other than that come as you are! Doors open at 7.20pm, come early to register and so you don't miss the start of the class. Beginners class starts 7.30pm sharp! Don't be late otherwise you will miss the fundamentals of the dance. Here is the Facebook event - https://fb.me/e/4qvQkkEeM If you would like to keep up to date with what's going on please like us on fb: https://www.facebook.com/swingacademyuk We also have the following classes: Thursday WCS Holborn - https://fb.me/e/3bdhSXHW7 \- Please do not attend any classes if you have any flu like symptoms or are generally feeling unwell \- Wash and sanitise your hands regularly \- Although face masks are not mandatory please feel free to wear one throughout the night if you wish \- Please be respectful of other people's choices

Tango Classes and Dancing near Oxford street & Baker street

Our venue is: St. Paul's Church Marylebone 5 rossmore road NW1 6NJ / nearest station: Marylebone 7:30 - 9:00pm Class (£15) 9:00 - 11pm Social Dancing (Class + Dancing £20) • What we'll do We will learn the Argentine Tango from basics leading you through an exciting journey. Our teachers are professional with many years of experience and will teach you the authentic Argentine Tango. ***Socialise, chat and meet people over a drink and nibbles Stay to dance practice and chill out, listening to a fantastic music selection of the best Tango tunes. Occasionally - we will have dance performances by top world renown Tango artists, live music, film projections, special events. No need to come with partner or have previous dance experience. Just bring yourself with good mood and leather sole shoes. ***We have new protocols due to Covid-19 to keep you safe Only pre-booking, no turning up read and book here: http://www.raquel-tango.com/news/ladivina/ • What to bring leather sole shoes (so you can slide and glide on the floor - no trainers), comfy clothes • Important to know We run those meet ups on Thursdays evenings and Saturdays afternoon at Marylebone location. Tickets, timetable and details can be found here: http://www.raquel-tango.com/news/onlineclasses/ We always have special offers for new members so don't forget to email us: info@raquel-tango.com

TUESDAY of tango: Beginners, Improvers classes + Practica in Islington

**JOIN OUR FRIENDLY & WELCOMING WEEKLY TUESDAY EVENING TANGO CLASSES!** **Still haven't tried tango? Start Tango today:** Our tango group classes follow a carefully structured curriculum to quickly give you the skills and confidence to express yourself on the dancefloor. We not only teach tango steps, but also tango music, culture and etiquette. To become a well-rounded dancer, don’t miss out on our regular classes and themed workshops in London. **Already an experienced dancer?** Join the 8pm class to enhance your technique, learn exciting steps and the secrets behind to know how to lead and follow them, and have fun making friends. Practica after the lessons. **COSTS: PAY BY CASH AT THE TILL** \- Beginner class: normally £15 but RSVP with Meetup and we offer you £10 for your first lesson :\-\)\. \- Improver class at 8pm: £20 and practica afterwards is FREE\! **YOU CAN ALSO ENJOY HEAVILY DISCOUNTED SUBSCRIPTIONS, please enquire.** At: Unity, 277A Upper street N12TZ, in Angel, London Details and packages: [https://tanguito.co.uk/tuesday/](https://tanguito.co.uk/tuesday/)

FREE Piano & Cello Recital

*[Follow 👉this link👈 to book your place with the venue](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/suzana-bartal-robin-michael-tickets-2002423304006)* *Let me know if it sells out and I'll give you my spare ticket* Mendelssohn: Sonata No. 2 for cello and piano, Op. 58, Liszt: Elegy No. 2 Tanguy: Évocations (2010) Dohnányi: Sonata for cello and piano, Op. 8 Mendelssohn’s Second Cello Sonata sets the evening in motion with brilliant piano writing and expansive cello melodies. Liszt’s Second Elegy offers a quieter, more intimate encounter, followed by the lyrical Évocations by contemporary French composer Éric Tanguy. Dohnányi’s Sonata closes the programme with the warmth and exuberance of his early chamber music. 6:45pm: Meet 7:00pm: Performance 8:30pm: Optional Social *See comments below for updates* *Netiquette: Kindly silent-cancel if you can't make it 🙏*

SUNDAY OF TANGO: 3 classes, and a full Milonga in the heart of London!

**ENJOY TANGO WITH US!** Join us at the welcoming and professionally-run weekly classes and Milonga at Los Angelitos, London’s friendliest tango social dancing space. Start your afternoon with classes: * first for complete beginners at 2pm for your first steps * also at 2pm the Improver class for those with a little more experience * at 3pm by the Intermediate and Advanced class covering more challenging technique and steps Classes by various professionals with a long experience. After the lesson enjoy the social dancing, with traditional music by different TDJs, the Buenos Aires style with tandas and cortinas. Our hall features a smooth wooden floor, plenty of space, tables that can be reserved for groups of 6+, and a great atmostphere. Plus with free cakes and drinks on Sunday afternoon to keep you dancing. **COSTS: PAY BY CASH AT THE TILL** * Beginner class or improver class (one hour): normally £15 but if it is your first class, RSVP with Meetup and we offer you £5 OFF :-). * Intermediate and up class at 3pm: £20. * Milonga: £12 only including free drinks and cakes A perfect Sunday! This week's programme and costs: **[https://tanguito.co.uk/sunday/](https://tanguito.co.uk/sunday/)** A bailar! The team at Tanguito

Swing Academy UK Thursdays - Dance class/ social - Holborn 2026

Check out what we do: [https://youtu.be/HSf4QTQpLQ0](https://youtu.be/HSf4QTQpLQ0) Dance West Coast Swing in Holborn on Thursdays. Learn the partner dance taking Europe by storm. Come and join our already well established class night. Danced to a range of music from contemporary to blues, you can find a class in many of the major cities in Europe or America - so it's a great way to combine dance, travel and socialising. The first class is FREE if you've haven't danced West Coast Swing before. No experience, no partner, no problem! Only one trial night allowed per person. After this it's pay per night. It's best to wear flat shoes, other than that come as you are! Doors open at 7.20pm, come early to register and so you don't miss the start of the class. Beginners class starts 7.30pm sharp! Don't be late otherwise you will miss the fundamentals of the dance. Here is the Facebook event - [https://fb.me/e/3bdhSXHW7](https://fb.me/e/3bdhSXHW7) If you would like to keep up to date with what's going on please like us on fb: [https://www.facebook.com/swingacademyuk](https://www.facebook.com/swingacademyuk) We also have the following classes: Tuesday WCS Covent Garden - [https://fb.me/e/4qvQkkEeM](https://fb.me/e/4qvQkkEeM) \- Please do not attend any classes if you have any flu like symptoms or are generally feeling unwell \- Wash and sanitise your hands regularly \- Although face masks are not mandatory please feel free to wear one throughout the night if you wish \- Please be respectful of other people's choices

Cuban Salsa Classes in London (Free absolute beginners class)

🌟 We love to welcome you at our Monday Classes at 4Water London! 🌟 Our class structure helps you learn and grow at your own pace! **Every Monday**, we’ll guide you on your dance journey from Absolute Beginners to Higher Intermediate, with classes tailored just for you. 💃 Schedule Overview: 🕒 6:30-7:00 PM Absolute Beginners ✨ **Free** to attend every week ✨ Perfect for those just starting. Join anytime and get a feel for the basics! 🕒 7:00-8:00 PM Beginners and Intermediate (Parallel Classes) Beginners Join our 8-week flexible program, designed so you can start at any point! The program is built to keep your momentum high, no matter when you begin during the cycle. Intermediate Building on Beginners’ skills, this class is tailored to your progress. 🕒 8:00-9:00 PM Improvers and Higher Intermediate (Parallel Classes) Improvers Know our 6 basic moves from the Beginner and Intermediate courses? This 16-week class will take your dancing to the next level! Higher Intermediate For advanced dancers, this class hones in on deeper skills, tailored by your teacher to meet your needs. No matter where you are on your dance journey, we’ve got the perfect class for you! 🗓️ Join us this Monday and be part of a welcoming, supportive community. Learn, connect, and grow while contributing to a good cause! 🌍 Drop-in classes are £10 pounds for 1 hour or £15 for 2 hours. Or get a £80 pass for 10 weeks of classes (one or two classes per week), which can be used anytime for any level . Don’t miss this chance to take your dance skills to the next level! See you on Monday! Your 4Water Team