Immersive experiences have hit London by storm. The new kid on the block is BBC Earth Experience. The London Mums’ team went to the premiere to check it out first hand.
The Tech
The tech must have been an enormous challenge, and thus a triumph. Mimicking the immersive experiences of Van Gogh and Hockney, this is surround-sound-surround-vision. The 4 HUGE screens and other shard-like…
A few days ago I attended a very exclusive party at The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple, one of the four Inns of Court in London which has been a centre of legal education and the home of barristers for almost 500 years. The Middle Temple building and hall are some of the most iconic landmarks of the city, and the event celebrated the 450th anniversary of their construction. Built in the…
I was intrigued when I was invited to my first ever ‘relaxed’ theatre experience of Mamma Mia! the musical at Novello Theatre. A ‘relaxed performance‘ entails everything required to transform the theatre into a friendly atmosphere for people with autism, learning disabilities, sensory and communication needs or anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed environment. All while maintaining…
London is a huge and diverse city, so thinking of where you should move to with kids can be a big task. In this article, we’ll discuss the best London areas to live with children. Whether you’re already living in London or thinking of making the big move to the city, you’ll want to consider where is suitable for young families.
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Solicitors in Blackheath are…
Exciting. Engaging. Extravagant. Disney On Ice at Wembley Arena is a must-see! I was unsure at first if two teenagers and their mother would enjoy a show like this, but before we knew it, we were introduced to all our favourite Disney characters on ice skates. The show really surprised me with the way the skaters traversed around the ice rink through the use of flips and lifts to bring the…
A week ago I attended a tour to quite a special building site. Dorsett Hospitality International recently acquired the historic Hornsey Town Hall in Crouch End, North London, and is currently transforming the Grade II* listed building into a new aparthotel set to open in the summer of 2023. You had to have a bit of imagination to see the new architecture completed but nevertheless I enjoyed myself…
‘Cirque Berserk – beautiful and extraordinary acts from around the world.’ These were the words of my mother as she left Riverside Studios and after watching this magnificent performance. Presented by Zippos, Cirque Berserk is a must-see, combining classic circus acts with daring stunt action, including over thirty fearless acrobats, aerialists and daredevil stuntmen.
This new show for…
An inventive, funny and heart-warming production of Charles Dickens’ semi-autobiographical novel, David Copperfield will play at the Riverside Studios from 7 – 26 February 2023. It’s unmissable not only for hard-core fans of the Victorian author but for anyone who has an interest in Victorian life or simply likes comedies. Tickets are now on sale here.
Transforming the Riverside stage…
Kew Gardens’ much-loved Orchid festival returns to the Princess of Wales Conservatory from Saturday 4 February to Sunday 5 March 2023. This year it takes inspiration from the beauty and biodiversity of Cameroon.
Orchids 2023 is a vibrant celebration of colour to brighten up the winter months. And we all need it. It is the first time Kew’s Orchid festival will celebrate an African nation.
ROYAL BALLET’s Like Water for Chocolate – streamed into a cinema near you.
This is a totally new production, all devised from scratch, the choreography, music, set and costumes, based on the novel by Laura Esquivel. The ballet moves are a fusion of classical rigour and exciting modern expression.
One big break with tradition which I totally applaud is the drastically reduced time ballerinas…