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This November, there’s simply no excuse for moping about. We’ve cobbled together a list so irresistible that even the most unimaginative among us will feel a flicker of excitement. The blockbusters alone should be enough to jolt you out of your autumnal stupor—think of it as a cultural defibrillator. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg; we’ve got more thrills than a suburban firework display, only with less risk of losing a finger. So, buckle up and prepare to be dazzled or, at the very least, mildly amused.


Dora Carrington: Beyond Bloomsbury 9 November 2024 until 27 April 2025, Pallant
Dora Carrington: Beyond Bloomsbury 9 November 2024 until 27 April 2025, Pallant

 



Join artist Colin Davidson and the Gallery’s former Chief Curator, Dr Alison Smith, to discuss the Gallery’s current portrait display, Colin Davidson: Silent Testimony. Featuring 18 large-scale portraits, Silent Testimony by Belfast-born artist Colin Davidson focuses on the theme of loss and explores the personal stories and experiences of those whose lives were impacted, and continue to be affected, by the Troubles in Northern Ireland.



 



THE ENTOURAGE GROUP is bringing the unprecedented fine dining MR PORTER Steakhouse, Bar & Lounge from Amsterdam to London. Located at 22 Park Lane in the previous Trader Vic site, the flirty, ambiguous and tasteful cuisine of MR PORTER translates into pure yet intricate dishes. Breaking the rules of fine dining, while offering the top culinary experience. MR PORTER walks on the border between dinner and sinner with a unique concept that artfully blends qualities of the modern steakhouse with the buzz and experience of a chique lounge. The bar of MR PORTER offers a high-energy atmosphere in a sleek environment with its signature 360-degree bar, designed to encourage guests to interact and mingle while enjoying cutting-edge cocktails till late night.



 



Queeriosities returns for its 2024 edition to showcase the work of over 50 LGBTQIA+ artists, makers and small businesses at our new venue in Peckham, Copeland Gallery. In addition to the exhibitors, they’re excited to offer cultural programming throughout the weekend, including creative workshops and housing mixers — and a feature exhibition, Wendy Houses, showcasing the miniature and dollhouse work of artists Anka Dabrowska, Daisy Blower, Daniel Ovalle Costal and Maciek Worosilak.



 



They're having an exhibition! From 1st to 16th November, They’ll be showing some new work at That Art Gallery in Bristol. There’s an opening event on Halloween evening (31st October). Pop in if you live nearby!


 



A wide selection of fabrics on the roll, off-cuts, furniture, lampshades, cushions, antiques, vintage fragments and much more will all be available to buy in person, with up to 70% off some prices. Also being sold on the day is delectable Madeleine Thompson Cashmere stock and samples with significant discounts available. They are thrilled to be supporting treatment bag during the event, and their wonderful new campaign to support cancer patients in regional hospitals with their carefully chosen gift bags, as the antidote to the grim side-effects of treatments.



 


A masterclass in espionage thriller fiction from the heir to John le Carre for fans of Mick Herron, Charles Cumming and David McCloskey. Meet disgraced MI5 agent Slim Parsons, a character who - like Lisbeth Salander - will sear your soul!


Rory Stewart 'enjoyable, beautifully written, surprising, and engrossing, with a blazing moral energy'





 



Pablo Picasso (1881–1973) was one of the most inventive and influential talents ever to explore the medium of print. In addition to his many paintings, sculptures and drawings, the Málaga-born artist made over 2,400 prints during his career. From his early years as an artist in Paris to his old age in the South of France, printmaking allowed Picasso to develop ideas, tell stories and embark on new creative adventures. This exhibition offers insights into Picasso's life through his art, including his complex relationships with women and his partnerships with printers, publishers and other artists. Spanning his entire career, it follows his engagement with different printmaking techniques and his changing approaches to making art.



 



There is no better way to start your Christmas shopping than at the Chatsworth Christmas market. With over 100 market stalls offering a wide range of Christmas gifts and decorations plus live music and seasonal food and drink, it's a lovely way to welcome in the festive season. You can also explore their own exclusive ranges in the Stables shop with home, garden and fashion gifts, food and drink, decorations and thoughtful stocking fillers. Many of their collections are from local or British based makers and small sustainable suppliers.



 



The first exhibition to explore the influence of art from the Islamic world on William Morris, one of Britain’s most important nineteenth-century designers and thinkers. A principal founder of the Arts and Crafts Movement, William Morris was responsible for producing hundreds of patterns for wallpapers, furnishing fabrics, carpets and embroideries, helping to introduce a new aesthetic into British interiors. While it has long been acknowledged that Morris was inspired by Islamic art, this will be the first exhibition to examine this important aspect of his artistic journey in depth.



 



Dive into the life and work of Dora Carrington – a remarkable artist who defied social norms with her bohemian lifestyle. This will be the first museum exhibition of works by Dora Carrington (1893-1932) in almost 30 years. The Barbican Art Gallery held the last major exhibition of her work in 1995 and in the same year Emma Thompson starred as the free-spirited painter in the film Carrington. Co-curated by Anne Chisholm, editor of Carrington’s Letters (2017) and Ariane Bankes, the exhibition will reveal the continued relevance of Carrington’s unconventional life and remarkable work. As a significant contributor to Modern British art during the interwar years and an associate of the Bloomsbury Group, Carrington was described as ‘the most neglected serious painter of her time’ by former Tate Director, Sir John Rothenstein. This exhibition aims to reposition Carrington in the history of Modern British art.


The exhibition will span paintings, drawings, and prints from across her career and include film and photographs from private and public collections. It will form a powerful portrait of Carrington, exploring her defiance of gender norms and her circle of eminent friends. Taken together, her artworks, many made for her friends, capture a Bohemian way of life: loving, creative, domestic, and intimate.



 



AngloThai takes inspiration from the bold flavours of Thailand whilst utilising seasonal produce from around the British Isles – slow grown and sustainably farmed plants, native breed meats and line-caught seafood. We present a contemporary interpretation of Thai cuisine, showcasing innovative techniques and creative recipes, while respecting the traditional cooking styles of Thailand and its culture.



 



The aim of this course is to explore the influence of British furniture abroad and the ways furniture makers in other countries both copied and transformed British models to suit local traditions and tastes. This series of specialist lectures will look at the diaspora of British furniture design in the eighteenth-century providing insights into the traditions of design and furniture making in other countries, taking note of the developments of British taste at this time as well as the close relationship between architecture and interior decoration.



 



They're delighted to announce that The Mayfair Chippy Knightsbridge will open its door, showcasing a new all-day dining experience featuring quintessentially British dishes just in time for the festive season. Featuring an extensive breakfast (new to this location), lunch, and dinner menu, The Mayfair Chippy Knightsbridge will also open a new Gin Bar serving a selection of classic cocktails and an outdoor dining space. Spread across two floors, The Mayfair Chippy Knightsbridge is a grand extension of the flagship Mayfair site, providing the perfect pit stop for festive museum tours or Christmas shopping sprees as Harrods is a stone's throw away.



 



FHS Member Christopher Howe has sourced antiques from around the globe for their unique provenance, exceptional quality and character for over 30 years. His understanding and appreciation for the design and craftsmanship of these antiques has led to a huge inventory of fine old pieces and has informed a diverse and acclaimed collection in his bespoke range of designs of furniture and lighting ‘Made by Howe’. During their visit to his new 7,000 sq. ft Battersea warehouse, Christopher will explain the history of this old stableyard, the origins and history of his business (which includes two shops in Belgravia) and guide members on a tour of this new space which he shares with the company ‘Woven is’. Since 1965, Woven's founder and co-owner Abraham Moradzadeh has been lovingly collecting antique rugs from all over the world. Launched in 2016, ‘Studio Woven’ designs handwoven rugs that intertwine ideas and cultures, inspired and informed by antique and vintage masterpieces.




 



Plain English is delighted to invite tastemaker Amanda Brooks, founder of the lifestyle brand Cutter Brooks, to host this year’s Christmas pop-up shop at its Pimlico Road showroom. Treasures will include; beautifully crafted quilted kantha jackets and accessories made in the Cotswolds from vintage quilts hand-picked by Amanda in India, woven straw baskets straight from a Saint-Rémy market and the most gorgeous decorations which range from ornaments made in third-generation factories to papier maché Santa’s with just the right amount of kitsch, taken from original 1930s moulds. Plus Amanda’s curated Christmas wardrobe featuring Ayla Fair Isle knits, plush Velvet trouser suits, lace party dresses and satin trousers from a coterie of her go-to designers such as Doen, Bella Freud, Harris Wharf London and Sea New York.



 



This has been a most successful turn of a hand. From cooking food for A list clients to creating the bowls, dishes and containers to serve it in @katetrelawnyceramics has found a whole new talent. What charm her fluted, pie-crusted and twizzled hand-thrown ceramics bring to the table. Come and be served @thehandsale.



 



Michael Werner Gallery, London, is pleased to present Markus Lüpertz - Pierre Puvis de Chavannes. This groundbreaking exhibition pairs paintings of Markus Lüpertz (b. 1941 in Liberec, Bohemia), one of the most important German painters of the post-war period, with paintings and drawings of 19th-century French master Pierre Puvis de Chavannes (b. 1824 in Lyon, d. 1898 in Paris).




 



The Taylor Wessing Photo Portrait Prize returns for its 17th year, showcasing the work of talented young photographers, gifted amateurs and established professionals in the very best of contemporary photography. The competition celebrates a diverse range of images and tells the fascinating stories behind the creation of works, from formal commissioned portraits to more spontaneous and intimate moments capturing friends and family. The annual In Focus display will also highlight new work by an established photographer.



 



They're organising a tasting with their new neighbours The Fine Cider Company. They'll be providing some of the great cheeses Neals Yard Dairy have to offer alongside a nice selection of paired ciders and perry's for you to try and get to know the intricacies within making natural ciders. They'll have more small snacks available à la carte for you if you feel like staying a bit longer! Join their long tables in the bakehouse for a relaxed and fun evening of tasting some of the new and vintage batches of some of the best local cider makers.



 



Frederic, Lord Leighton (1830-1896) is recognised as one of the most prominent figures of 19th century British art. Travel was an important part of Leighton’s life from childhood. Once settled in London in the 1860s to pursue an artistic career, he continued to make extensive trips on an annual basis. The countries that Leighton visited on at least one occasion include Austria, Algeria, Egypt, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Lebanon, Morocco, The Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, Switzerland, Syria and Turkey. All the pictures on display in the exhibition Leighton and Landscape were created between 1856 and his death in 1896, but despite his successful and influential career, this aspect of his work across 40 years was largely unknown in his lifetime, and this remains the case today.


This may be, in part, because Leighton was an intensely private individual, choosing to live and travel alone. He scarcely ever exhibited the landscapes. Upon his death, he left no journals and his letters barely referred to his personal circumstances, making these landscape sketches additionally fascinating and precious, offering insights into moments in his life.



 



Join them for a short, exciting, glassblowing experience suitable for complete beginners. They’ll gather the glass for you, you’ll design and apply colours, and then blow the bauble up. They can’t guarantee it’ll be round, but it’ll be all yours!



 



7 Artists curate a cabinet of curiosities – a delightful mix of satirical ceramics, whimsical collages, large-scale mythological paintings and miniature medieval paintings.



 



Born from a series of summers spent wandering the Greek islands, the newest addition to the Pachamama Group is a love letter to their vibrant cuisine and endless love for feta cheese. Expect dishes inspired by childhood memories and familiar flavours, bursting with Aegean warmth. The menu at Bottarga emphasises shared plates and bold profiles. They encourage you to linger a moment longer, people watch, dine al fresco and treat dessert as a non-negotiable.



 



Experience life drawing in the grand studio of Victorian artist, Frederic Leighton. Take inspiration from this unique creative space and join them for this monthly series of tutored life drawing classes led by 2B Or Not 2B Collective. The Collective aims to provide a fresh take on what life drawing can be, creating a focused but relaxed environment and celebrating inclusivity and diversity in their roster of models.



 



Join them for a rare opportunity to view more than 80 of Garwood’s works, and explore her ‘sophisticated naïve’ approach that infused apparently innocent subjects with deeper meanings. Representing each area of her practice, the exhibition showcases almost all of Garwood's existing oil paintings, alongside her witty wood engravings, pencil sketches, experimental marbled papers, and collaged paper constructions. Included in the exhibition, 11 works, including watercolours, by Eric Ravilious will draw out the thematic similarities, shared interests, and distinct artistic personalities of this remarkable creative couple.



 



Visit to Emery Walker's House, the 1750’s terraced house on the River Thames at Hammersmith was home to printer, photographer, and typographer, Emery Walker from 1903 until his death in 1933. A close friend of William Morris, who lived nearby in Upper Mall, the interiors reflect Walker’s interest in Morris and the Arts and Crafts Movement and  have been preserved very much as he would have known them.

Visit to the Willaim Morris Society, the Society was established in 1955 to perpetuate the memory of the life, work and ideas of William Morris (1834-1896).  The Society’s office and museum are housed in the basement and Coach House of Kelmscott House, Hammersmith, Morris’s London home for the last eighteen years of his life.



 



Curator&Maker, a London-based pop-up retail experience known for championing the beauty of the handmade, returns for its sixth edition in Holland Park. A charming Christmas retail showcase, ‘A Time of Gifts’ brings together the very best of British creativity and craftsmanship, with thoughtfully curated delights perfect for yourself or as a present, including homeware, fashion, artwork and childrens’ treasures from 12 carefully selected makers from around the UK.


 



They are beyond excited to be setting up shop again in a couple of weeks at the brilliant @popupatbrockley, with so many amazing brands joining them! The space is going to be extra special this time - during the day the shop will take on an open workshop format, where they will be inviting friends and makers down to the space to create installations, floral displays and anything in between. In addition to the shop they have been working behind the scenes to bring you a series of events and workshops that they will be hosting over the ten days.




 



Curator Dr. Per Rumberg explores the intersecting lives of three artists of the Italian Renaissance - Michelangelo, Leonardo and Raphael - at the beginning of the 16th century. In this talk, curator Dr. Per Rumberg will introduce our exhibition Michelangelo, Leonardo, Raphael; Florence, c. 1504. Join them to discover Florence’s most renowned artists and their remarkable works, as well as their rivalry - both with each other, and for the attention of the most powerful patrons in Florence. Rumberg will take us through some of the highlights in the exhibition, providing a closer look at works of Italian Renaissance drawing such as the Burlington House Cartoon and studies by Leonardo and Michelangelo for their murals, which were commissioned by the Florentine government for the Palazzo Vecchio.



 



The third outing of this exciting new vintage fair in the heart of Kensington... with unique delights from an array of specialist and independent traders, including Natasha Francis from BBC1's The Bidding Room and Salvage Hunters on Discovery+! Now a regular fixture after a hugely successful launch last year (and a storming follow-up in May), the fair returns to St Cuthbert’s Church in Earls Court. Join them for a fascinating mix of retro bargains, antique rarities, delicious refreshments and live music to soundtrack the treasure hunting!



 



Max Rocha will celebrate the launch of his new book by bringing a taste of Café Cecilia to Deal. This beloved neighbourhood-style bistro has been a hit since the day it opened and we’re thrilled to have Max joining us in the kitchen at Updown. Serving up seasonally inspired dishes using local Kent produce, Max has written a menu that brings bold flavours and rustic charm.



 



Their concept and two Michelin star chef Henrique Sá Pessoa will be in town the 23rd – 26th November, Henrique is set to join the JOIA team, where he’ll be working with the team in the kitchen ensuring every dish on the pass is perfect. Book your table now and have a chance to see Henrique live in action!



 



The extraordinary life of Cher can be told by only one person...Cher herself. After more than seventy years of fighting to live her life on her own terms, Cher will finally reveal her story in intimate detail live on stage. Her remarkable career is unique and unparalleled. The only woman to top the Billboard charts in seven consecutive decades, the winner of an Academy Award, an Emmy, a Grammy, a Cannes Film Festival Award, and an inductee to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Cher is a trailblazing superstar the world has been unable to ignore for more than half a century. From her noteworthy beginnings through childhood to meeting and marrying Sonny Bono, this exclusive UK event will trace the early life of this global megastar.



 



The Royal Institute of Oil Painters Annual Exhibition has a well earned reputation for attracting talented young exhibitors, alongside more established member artists. The exhibition gives visitors the opportunity to survey the many ways that artists use oil paint today from traditional approaches to more innovative uses of material, style, and content.



 



Join them for a lecture led by Carol Jacobi, as she outlines the representation of women throughout Francis Bacon’s portraiture. Bacon’s famous portraits began with an off-hand request to Henrietta Moraes, "I’ve decided to paint a few of my friends." For 30 years he concentrated on a handful of people he loved. Intimacy was essential to Bacon’s redefinition of portraiture, painting and the human condition. He challenged the sexual conventions of his time and the complexity of his relationships inform their appreciation of his paintings of men. His portraits of women, however, even iconic works such as Lying Figure with Hypodermic Syringe and Portrait of Isabel Rawsthorne Standing in a Street in Soho, have been seen through surprisingly simple conventions of the femme fatale. Join Carol Jacobi to unmask the myths of Henrietta Moraes and Isabel Rawsthorne, to meet two extraordinary people and to look again at a few of the nearly 40 paintings.



 



They are presenting Chloé Rosetta Bell’s collection of ceramics, inspired by the Suffolk Coast, by hosting a supper club in their gallery showroom. Chloé is working with a local fisherman and chef Nicola Hordern for a very special supper for a limited number of people. To create the place settings, Chloé is collaborating with glassware designer, Celia Dowson and fellow ceramicist, Lisa Stockham. Chloé is creating additional statement pieces, which will be on display during the evening. The Collection will open online on 30th of November.



 



Located in Newson's Yard, just behind Pimlico Road, Wildflowers is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant and wine bar. They focus on seasonal, high-quality ingredients, all cooked over coals. Upstairs, their relaxed wine bar offers a handpicked selection of European wines and spritzes, paired with cicchetti-style bar snacks.



 



In celebration of its 30th Anniversary, Studio Voltaire’s cult shop House of Voltaire will present ‘Greatest Hits’, just in time for Christmas shopping. Artists from House of Voltaire’s archive of hundreds of collaborators have been invited to reimagine and reissue some of their greatest hits alongside special anniversary editions and donated unique works.



 



The Selvedge team brings a curated collection of 90 merchants and makers to Marylebone. Their exhibitors offer a range of rare vintage fabrics, covetable haberdashery, and skilfully handmade textile treasures. The Selvedge Fair is the perfect opportunity to seek out unique handcrafted gifts and meet the talented people who create them.



 


New Film Releases



Gladiator II (15th November), Small Things Like These (15th November), Wicked (27th November)


Gladiator II (15th November), Small Things Like These (15th November), Wicked (27th November)
Gladiator II (15th November), Small Things Like These (15th November), Wicked (27th November)


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