Events in London

Renaud Capuçon & Igor Levit: Violin & Piano

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Renowned violinist Renaud Capuçon and pianist Igor Levit deliver a masterful violin-piano recital at Wigmore Hall in London. The program showcases intimate dialogue between instruments, refined virtuosity, and a memorable chamber-music evening in an iconic concert hall.

Broken Social Scene @ Rough Trade East London

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:00

Rough Trade East

Music

Broken Social Scene performs at Rough Trade East London, delivering their expansive indie rock with lush harmonies and propulsive guitars. The intimate shop-turned-venue sets the stage for a high-energy evening in London, blending textures and crescendos from their celebrated catalog.

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra @ Royal Albert Hall

Tue, 12 May 2026

Royal Albert Hall

Music

Experience a night of classical grandeur as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra performs at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London, conducted by Vasily Petrenko with violinist Ray Chen. A program of beloved orchestral staples in a prestigious, historic venue.

David Olusoga

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:30

Cadogan Hall

Lecture

David Olusoga brings history to life on Cadogan Hall's stage, weaving vast narratives with cinematic flair in a stately London venue that loves thoughtful storytelling.

Old Rope (New Material)

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:30

The Comedy Store

Comedy

Stand-up line-up Old Rope (New Material) at The Comedy Store London with Tiff Stevenson, Desiree Burch, Ray O’Leary, Michael Odewale, Mark Steel and more.

Cowboy Junkies

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:30

The London Palladium

Music

The Cowboy Junkies enchant London with hushed harmonies and atmospheric alt-folk at the iconic London Palladium, delivering a moody, cinematic night of soul-searching songs.

Stephen Sanchez at Roundhouse

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:00

Roundhouse

Music

Stephen Sanchez headlines a live night at Roundhouse, London, delivering his signature indie-pop ballads in a soaring, iconic venue. Expect heartfelt vocals, shimmering melodies, and a vibrant, crowd-engaging performance.

M.O.P. @ Electric Brixton

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:00

Electric Brixton

Music

M.O.P. brings a high-energy hip-hop night to Electric Brixton in London. The duo delivers pounding beats, hard-hitting verses, and crowd-chantable hooks in a classic London venue, promising a dynamic, crowd-filled show.

Our idiot brain - 10 years of learning

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 19:45

Royal Institution

Lecture

A science lecture at the Royal Institution titled 'Our idiot brain - 10 years of learning' exploring how the brain learns, the quirks of cognition, and what a decade of neuroscience reveals about memory and intelligence.

Digitalised childhood and the Gandhi-Tagore Legacy

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 18:30

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

Explore how digitalisation reshapes childhood and what Gandhi and Tagore’s legacies imply for education and ethics. This 5:30 pm lecture at UCL’s Institute of Advanced Studies invites scholars to discuss history, philosophy, and the future of learning in a digital age.

Still Pointless – BalletBoyz at 25

Tue, 12 May 2026

Sadler's Wells Theatre

Theater

Sadler's Wells hosts BalletBoyz's Still Pointless, a brand-new production marking 25 years since Pointless, blending irreverent wit with precise dance that celebrates a quarter‑century of fearless movement.

Arrival

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 19:00

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Screening of Denis Villeneuve's Arrival (2016) at Prince Charles Cinema, a sci-fi drama about humanity’s first contact with alien visitors.

How (not) to Argue Against Meritocracy

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 19:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

An evening lecture at UCL examining the strengths and limits of meritocracy. The talk challenges assumptions about fairness and talent, offering theoretical and practical perspectives on how merit-based systems shape opportunity and policy. Aimed at students and the public, it invites lively debate.

Enriched learning environments for bilingual literacy

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 19:00

University College London (UCL)

Conference

A scholarly lecture at UCL IOE exploring how enriched learning environments support bilingual language and literacy development. The talk synthesizes current research and classroom strategies to support multilingual learners.

EdTech World Forum

Tue, 12 May 2026

Kensington Conference and Events Centre

Conference

London's Kensington Conference and Events Centre hosts the EdTech World Forum, spotlighting AI‑driven learning, immersive technologies and next‑gen eLearning through talks, demos and hands‑on workshops.

Ismael Serrano

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:30

EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney)

Music

Ismael Serrano performs at EartH in Hackney for an intimate singer-songwriter evening, weaving folk-inspired melodies with storytelling. Expect lyrical guitar, soulful vocals, and a warm, intimate atmosphere inside the iconic Evolutionary Arts Hackney venue.

Hito no Chikara - The Power of Human Strength

Tue, 12 May 2026

Peacock Theatre

Theater

London's Beacon Theatre hosts YAMATO's new production Hito no Chikara – The Power of Human Strength, following Wings of the Phoenix with a potent fusion of taiko, theatre and luminous storytelling.

AI EDUCATION CONFERENCES UK 2026

Tue, 12 May 2026

Kensington Conference and Events Centre

Conference

At Kensington Conference and Events Centre, AI EDUCATION CONFERENCES UK 2026 gathers educators and tech innovators for the EdTech World Forum 2026, a leading UK/Europe hub for AI‑powered learning and policy.

Noughts and Crosses

Tue, 12 May 2026

Hackney Empire

Theater

Stage adaptation of Noughts and Crosses at Hackney Empire in London, following Sephy and Callum's forbidden romance. A powerful, thought-provoking theatre piece that blends intimate drama with race and power themes in a contemporary setting.

Songwriter

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 19:20

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Screening of Songwriter (1984), a musical-drama directed by Alan Rudolph. The film follows country star Doc Jenkins amid a rocky romance and a scheming manager. A classic feature screening at Prince Charles Cinema, London.

Dog Day Afternoon

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 21:40

Prince Charles Cinema

Theater

Dog Day Afternoon bursts onto the August Wilson Theatre stage, a fast-paced, tension-filled adaptation of the infamous 1970s bank robbery that electrified headlines and cinema alike.

Relatos salvajes (Wild Tales)

Tue, 12 May 2026

The Garden Cinema

Film

Screening of Relatos salvajes (Wild Tales), the acclaimed Argentine feature comprised of interlinked tales of revenge and fate. Shown at The Garden Cinema, this stylish venue offers a darkly comic, thought-provoking cinema experience.

Haute & Freddy @ Bush Hall

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:00

Bush Hall

Music

Haute & Freddy perform at Bush Hall in London for an intimate live show. Expect indie-pop charm, tight harmonies, and catchy hooks in a cozy, historic venue known for its intimate concert atmosphere.

Angine de Poitrine @ Electric Ballroom

Mon, 11 May 2026 at 20:00

Electric Ballroom

Music

Angine de Poitrine performs live at Electric Ballroom in London. A high-energy indie-leaning set in an iconic Camden venue, delivering intimate crowd energy and punchy guitars.

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