Ukulele Pyjama Parties: Musical Fun This May Half Term!
May 08 2025- Activities
- Last Updated on 13 May 2025
- Monica Costa
What’s on in London: Free VE Day Garden Party & family activities to mark VE Day 80
May 06 2025- Activities
- Last Updated on 07 May 2025
- Monica Costa
To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day), the London Heritage Quarter is hosting a free, family-friendly Vintage Garden Party in Lower Grosvenor Gardens on Thursday 8 May 2025, from 12pm to 7pm. The event promises an unforgettable step back in time, with 1940s music, dancing, creative workshops and entertainment suitable for all ages.
This charming celebration is part of a wider programme of VE Day 80th anniversary events taking place across central London, including an immersive living history experience at The Guards Museum and a major commemorative concert at Horse Guards Parade.
Show review: The Empire Strips Back at Riverside Studios
May 05 2025- Attractions
- Last Updated on 05 May 2025
- Monica Costa
The galaxy’s funniest and raciest parody has finally landed in London. The Empire Strips Back – after globetrotting success in Australia, the US, Paris and Mexico City – is making its UK debut at Riverside Studios, running from 4 May to 17 August 2025. And what a riot of irreverent fun it is.
This is not your average Star Wars spoof, nor is it traditional burlesque. It’s more akin to a full-on adult variety show set in a galaxy far, far away – think more strip club fantasy than West End theatre. With dazzling costumes, tongue-in-cheek comedy, and a healthy dose of glitter, this is one for the grown-ups. (To be clear: The Empire Strips Back is not suitable for under-13s, and probably best enjoyed without the kids in tow.)
