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Top 10 events in London
- Cirque Du Soleil: Saltimbanco - Saltimbanco is Cirque Du Soleil's longest running major touring show, which has toured the world since 1992 to wide-spread acclaim. Classic Cirque at its best, Saltimbanco is a thrilling and kaleidoscopic celebration of awe inspiring artistry and agility. It features breathtaking acrobatics and unbelievable athletics during the solo spotlights and epic ensembles. With a cast of over 50 high-caliber artists hailing from 20 countries Saltimbanco is set to enthrall. From the seemingly impossible balancing, jumping and spinning during the Chinese Poles or the Russian Swing to the gravity-defying Bungees and Trapeze, the crowd pleasing Juggling and Acrobatic Bicycle, to the celebrated and very unique Clowns. Technical expertise and extravagant design are woven together by uplifting spectacular costumes, amazing lighting, humour and enchanting music and magic. Full of colour, amusement and amazement, Saltimbanco is a fun show the whole family can enjoy. Until 1 August at Wembley Arena. Buy tickets
- `IT HAS TO BE HEINZ’ City Allotment - Visitors to London’s Soho Square will be in for a surprise next week as the famous park space is transformed into the IT HAS TO BE HEINZ City Allotment. The ‘crop-up’ plot encourages visitors to get a taste of the good life by allowing them to pick a selection of vegetables, straight from the growing vegetable beds. After getting hands on with the veggies, visitors can have their fresh ‘pick-n-mix’ washed before preparing their own salads or sandwiches using the on site facilities. The allotment will be fully staffed and everything will be supplied for everyone to really get the feel of a genuine urban, vegetable patch. Heinz Salad Cream, the perfect accompaniment to a salad or sandwich, will also be available in plentiful supply. So, if you want to brighten up your normal lunchtime routine, get yourself down to the IT HAS TO BE HEINZ City Allotment and enjoy the ultimate in fresh food. 3 & 4 August from 11.00h until 16.00h at Soho Square, London W1.
- Great British Beer Festival - The Great British Beer Festival at Earls Court, Britain's biggest beer festival, once again brings together a wide range of real ales, ciders, perries and international beers. There's plenty to occupy you at the festival, you can play on some traditional pub games, enjoy live music, sample some food, including good traditional pub snacks, and also attend tutored beer tastings. From 3 August until 7 August. http://gbbf.camra.org.uk
- Kids Weeks - (Children Entertainment) - Children aged 5-16 years old can see an awesome selection of shows for free, as long as they are accompanied by an adult paying full price. With a stunning line-up of over 30 shows this year, there is sure to be something to suit everyone. Don’t forget that tickets for popular shows do go fast, so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment. As well as all the amazing shows on offer, there is a whole raft of free kids show-linked activities and workshops. Children can peek backstage, learn to dance, sing with the cast and enjoy exclusive post show Q & As. From 13 August until 27 August. http://ticketsuk.at/
- Notting Hill Carnival - List of the events -
9 August - JUNIOR PANORAMA CHAMPIONSHIP
Some of the UK's top young steelband groups compete for the title 'National Champions of Steel'. There will also be a variety of stage and family activities. Location: Kensington Memorial Park, St Marks Road W10. Time: 11.00 - 17.30
21 August - GRAND CARNIVAL COSTUME SPLASH, ADULT'S SHOW
Notting Hill Mas Bands Association presents a stage show, competition and preview of costumes for Notting Hill Carnival 2010. Location: Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, Wood Green, London N22 7AY. Time: 3pm-8pm
22 August - GRAND CARNIVAL COSTUME SPLASH, CHILDREN'S SHOW
Notting Hill Mas Bands Association presents a stage show, competition and preview of costumes for Notting Hill Carnival 2010. Location: Alexandra Palace, Alexandra Palace Way, Wood Green, London N22 7AY. Time: 3pm-7pm
26 August - CALYPSO MONARCH FINALS
The culmination of a month of traditional Calypso music and dance including the crowning of the UK Calypso Monarch 2010. Location: Carnival Village, The Tabernacle, Powis Square. Time: 7pm-11pm
28 August - NATIONAL PANORAMA CHAMPIONSHIP
Up to ten of the UK's top steelbands, each comprising of between 40 and 75 musicians, compete for the title 'National Champions of Steel'. There will also be a variety of stage and family activities. Location: Horniman's Pleasance Park, Kensal Road, London W10. Time: 4pm-9pm
29 August - NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL CHILDREN'S DAY PARADE
Europe's biggest celebration of music, movement and masquerade. Active participation from young people is encouraged. On the Road Junior Costume Competition (several categories including King, Queen and Best Band). Time: 9am-6.30pm
30 August - NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL
Europe's biggest celebration of music, movement and masquerade. On the Road Junior Costume Competition (several categories including King, Queen and Best Band). Time: 9am-6.30pm
- Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition - Shakespeare's Globe Exhibition explores the life of Shakespeare, the London where he lived, and the theatre for which he wrote. A fascinating guided tour then takes you into the unique space. The Globe Exhibition has now been refurbished with most exhibits re-presented to improve your journey through the history of Shakespeare and the Globe. www.shakespeares-globe.org
- Festival Brazil - Summer festival celebrating the dynamic culture of Brazil at Southbank Centre. Bringing the vibrant, dynamic culture of contemporary Brazil to the heart of London, celebrating the country's rich cultural heritage. Until 5 September. www.southbanklondon.com
- Doctor Who Live - (Family Entertainment) - BBC Worldwide has announced a series of arena dates for the very first production of Doctor Who Live. The new stage show based upon the BBC's smash-hit, award-winning series, Doctor Who, promises to deliver a spectacular audio/visual experience featuring live music, special effects and appearances from the show's most popular monsters. Developed in association with Doctor Who's Executive Producer and show runner, Steven Moffat, Doctor Who Live promises the same excitement, adventure and suspense that viewers have come to expect from the TV programme and will feature specially filmed new video scenes. From 8 October until 10 October at Wembley Arena. Buy tickets
- Disney On Ice: 100 Years of Magic - Join the celebration as 65 of Disney's unforgettable characters, from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You'll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and all the Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you'll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! From 20 October until 31 October at O2 Arena. Buy tickets