Events in London

Improving Interventions for Children's and Young People's Mental Health

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 10:00

University College London (UCL)

Conference

An academic conference hosted by UCL examining best practices and new approaches to interventions for children and young people's mental health. Researchers and clinicians present evidence-based strategies, policy implications, and future directions for schools, families, and services.

The Phantom Of The Opera

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 15:30

His Majestys Theatre

Theater

The Phantom Of The Opera graces His Majesty's Theatre in London, where gilded balconies, grand orchestration and dramatic shadow-swept passion weave a timeless operatic spectacle.

Paul Simon @ Royal Albert Hall

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:01

Royal Albert Hall

Music

Paul Simon performs at the iconic Royal Albert Hall, delivering his enduring singer-songwriter catalog in a grand London setting. The intimate ambiance of a legendary venue pairs with his deft storytelling for a memorable live experience.

Hilary Hahn & Tom Poster: Violin & Piano Recital

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:30

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

A refined classical violin-piano recital at Wigmore Hall featuring Hilary Hahn and Tom Poster. Expect intimate, virtuosic duets, rich tonal dialogue, and sparkling charm from two renowned soloists in one of London's premier chamber music venues.

Toots & The Maytals live at Electric Ballroom

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:00

Electric Ballroom

Music

Legendary reggae pioneers Toots & The Maytals headline a high-energy show at London's Electric Ballroom. Expect timeless ska and reggae favorites delivered with soulful vocals, thunderous horn sections, and crowd-pleasing sing-alongs in a classic club atmosphere.

Days Of Heaven

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 12:45

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Screening of Days of Heaven (Terrence Malick, 1978) at Prince Charles Cinema; a romantic drama about a farm laborer and love for a dying boss's wife.

The Mousetrap

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:30

St. Martin's Theatre

Theater

AGATHA CHRISTIE'S The Mousetrap at St. Martin's Theatre in London remains the West End's thrill-a-minute staple, the world's longest-running mystery that crackles with iconic suspense and classic stagecraft.

The Tallis Scholars

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:30

Cadogan Hall

Music

The Tallis Scholars enchant Cadogan Hall in London with pristine Renaissance choral textures, pure vocal blend, and intimate reverence that makes centuries of polyphony feel vividly present.

In a Lonely Place

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 13:00

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

In a Lonely Place at Prince Charles Cinema in London.

Christopher Cross @ London Palladium

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:00

The London Palladium

Music

Christopher Cross performs at the London Palladium, joined by Chris Difford, delivering classic pop-rock hits in an iconic West End theater. A polished, high-profile show in a historic venue that blends timeless melodies with live music energy.

Cuba: Is this the end?

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 15:00

University College London (UCL)

Lecture

Lecture titled 'Cuba: Is this the end?' at UCL's Social & Historical Sciences, exploring Cuba's future prospects within a shifting Caribbean political landscape. The talk situates recent developments in a historical context and invites scholarly discussion on Cuba's trajectory.

RIO FOREVER X QUEER EAST: FANTASY OF DEER WARRIOR

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 19:30

Rio Cinema

Film

Screening of the 1961 Taiwanese curiosity The Fantasy of Deer Warrior, part of Rio Forever x Queer East. Dressed-as-animal characters enact a woodland intrigue—deer, elk, and a scheming fox—in a quirky, vintage adventure that showcases early Taiwanese cinema.

bbno$ @ O2 Academy Brixton

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:00

O2 Academy Brixton

Music

Canadian rapper bbno$ headlines a high-energy hip-hop night at O2 Academy Brixton in London. The indoor Brixton venue promises punchy rhymes, playful hooks, and crowd energy as bbno$ brings his signature flair to this buzzing live show.

Wesley Joseph

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:30

fabric

Music

Wesley Joseph headlines Fabric London for an electric late-night set in the club's neon-lit rooms. Expect soulful vocals fused with cutting-edge electronic textures as a rising UK act delivers a high-energy performance in an iconic venue.

Alex Wunpiano

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 14:00

Wigmore Hall, W1U

Music

Solo piano recital by Alex Wunpiano at Wigmore Hall in London. The intimate, world-class venue promises refined repertoire and superb tone, inviting listeners to an evening of focused piano artistry in a prestigious concert space.

Obsession (1976)

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 15:20

Prince Charles Cinema

Film

Screening of Obsession (1976) by Brian De Palma at Prince Charles Cinema; a chilling thriller about love and memory after a wife's and daughter's deaths.

Community Cinema at UCL East - Gattaca

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 19:00

University College London (UCL)

Film

Join a community cinema night at UCL East for a screening of the sci-fi classic Gattaca. Set in the university's modern venue, this screening invites discussion on genetics, identity, and ethical questions, presented by UCL's creative-cultural industries program.

Book launch: Gender and Digital Media: A Critical Companion

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 15:00

University College London (UCL)

Literature

Join the book launch for Gender and Digital Media: A Critical Companion at UCL IOE on May 13, 2026 at 14:00. Scholars will explore gender in digital media and discuss the book's critical readings and implications for media studies in an academic setting.

Girli live at Rough Trade East, London

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:00

Rough Trade East

Music

Girli delivers a high-energy pop set at Rough Trade East in London. This intimate gig blends catchy hooks with brash, neon-tinged performance inside the iconic record store, promising a vivid, crowd-friendly night of indie-pop energy.

Kickstart Your Medtech Venture: Knowledge Base Launch

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 15:30

South Kensington

Tech

Join Imperial College for the launch of the Expert Insights Knowledge Base to accelerate medtech ventures. Learn from industry experts, explore practical insights for starting and funding medtech startups, and network with researchers and entrepreneurs at the South Kensington Campus.

Hiss Golden Messenger @ Bush Hall

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:00

Bush Hall

Music

Hiss Golden Messenger performs at Bush Hall in London, delivering an intimate indie-folk evening. Expect warm guitars, soulful storytelling, and a moody, crowd-friendly set in the cozy venue.

Afro-Psychedelic Future Soul: NoMBe

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 21:00

The Jazz Cafe

Music

NoMBe brings Afro-psychedelic future soul to London's Jazz Café, fusing sun-kissed grooves with cosmic keyboards and live sax in an intimate room where eyelids droop as percussion blooms and synths shimmer into a spellbinding night.

John Robins: Thirst - In Conversation

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:30

Queen Elizabeth Hall

Literature

John Robins discusses his moving memoir Thirst in a live conversation at Queen Elizabeth Hall, part of the Southbank Centre program. The stand-up comedian shares personal stories and reflections, blending wit with intimate storytelling in an engaging literary talk.

Paul Foot at Moth Club

Wed, 13 May 2026 at 20:00

MOTH Club

Comedy

Paul Foot performs stand-up at the Moth Club in London, delivering his signature surreal storytelling and razor-sharp one-liners in a lively, intimate club setting.

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