The first signs of spring were in the air this week, with a hint of warmth in the sun and the snowdrops out. Things were stirring in the world of...
22 February 2018
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Book yourself a weekend of cinema, with three must-see films out this week in the run up to the Oscars
2 February 2018
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London’s newest cultural venue opens in Merton on Monday, and it is looking fantastic. Gone is the dreary, utilitarian Donald Hope Library in Colliers Wood which used to flood regularly when...
24 January 2018
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The big news for Merton culture this week was that the Arts Council has firmly committed £2.5m to redeveloping the Polka Theatre.
4 January 2018
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It’s sad when the Christmas decorations come down for Twelfth Night, so dash into the nearest theatre, art gallery or music venue for an artistic pick-me-up
7 December 2017
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This is the week the two big Christmas shows open locally, after The Snow Queen began at the Polka Theatre last week. Jack and the Beanstalk at the New Wimbledon...
9 November 2017
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Hermione Grainger used a time-turning device to get to two lessons at the same time. This Saturday you too may find yourself wishing that you could be in two places...
20 April 2017
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Culture Vulture, Jenny Booth talks to olivier-winning writer Jack Thorne about his new musical ‘Junkyard’ at Kingston’s Rose Theatre.
28 March 2017
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The outstanding production of My Brilliant Friend at the Rose Theatre is a marathon achievement for everyone involved, says our 'Culture Vulture' Jenny Booth.
