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THIS ARCHIVED EVENT ENDED ON THE 21ST APRIL 2012

ADDRESS
 
TELEPHONE
020 7392 9200 
 
Dates:
21st April 2012
 
OPENING TIMES
11am-6pm
 
PRICES
Free
 

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Comica ComiketThe annual Comica Festival is a celebration of the graphic novel in all its guises, including a raft of exhibitions, talks, films and discussions which centre on comics in a variety of formats from the classic British humour of Viz to children's books like Sarah McIntyre's Mankiest Monster. Usually held in November, Comica are now launching a new spring Comica Comiket at the Bishopsgate Institute. Guest appearances will include the likes of John Allison, webtooinst extraordinaire behind Scary Go Round; Tom Gaul, responsible for new graphic novel Goliath and Andy Watson, launching his wacky all-ages superheroine from Walker Books. The main stage will once again be featured, where top creators get to take to the stage for 30 minute slots to show off some improvised drawings. See the official website for the full details and line up.
 

About Bishopsgate Institute

Built in 1891-94 by Charles Harrison Townsend, the Bishopsgate Institute's facade has a theme of arts and crafts. Inside you will find 19th century tiling, a Great Hall, boardroom and a restored grade II* listed public reference library. Events include music concerts, cultural events and a wide variety of educational and leisure pursuits. More about Bishopsgate Institute

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Location map of Comica Comiket

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Moorgate Railway Station
 
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Hotels near Comica Comiket

Near Comica Comiket
Andaz Liverpool Street London
Andaz Liverpool Street
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel  Petite Doubles: 68% off from £115
40 Liverpool Street, EC2M7QN | 3 minutes from Comica Comiket
Housed in one of the great Victorian station hotels, this showstopper is a mixture of meticulous nineteenth century restoration and the glittering wit of Terrence Conran's ...More
 
 
 
Ibis London City London
Ibis London City
London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel  Double Rooms: 23% off from £119
5 Commercial Street, E1 | 8 minutes from Comica Comiket
...More
 
 
 
Threadneedles Hotel London London
Threadneedles Hotel London
London > Hotels > Luxury Chain Hotel  Double Rooms: 77% off from £99
5 Threadneedles Street, EC2R | 10 minutes from Comica Comiket
Housed in an esteemed former banking hall in the City, this magnificent boutique hotel provides a luxurious sanctuary. The spacious rooms are decorated in a chic ...More
 
 
 
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Events near Comica Comiket

Near Comica Comiket
Casablanca
London > Events > Film Events  Dates: 18th May to 24th May 2012
The Queen Of Hoxton, 1-5 Curtain Road, EC2A | 6 minutes from Comica Comiket
Re-release of the classic 1942 wartime romance with one of cinema's most memorable farewells. American expatriate Rick Blaine runs a cafe in the centre of town, ...More
 
 
 
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
London > Events > Film Events  Dates: 18th May to 24th May 2012
The Queen Of Hoxton, 1-5 Curtain Road, EC2A | 6 minutes from Comica Comiket
A young man's day playing truant from school leads to a journey of self-discovery and adventure....More
 
 
 
Jeff, Who Lives At Home (Parent And Baby Screening) London
Jeff, Who Lives At Home (Parent And Baby Screening)
London > Events > Film Events  Dates: 18th May to 24th May 2012
Rich Mix Centre, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, E1 | 10 minutes from Comica Comiket
Thirty-something layabout Jeff lives in the basement of his mother's home. A wrong caller asking for someone called Kevin sparks Jeff's febrile imagination and the waster ...More
 
 
 
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Entertainment near Comica Comiket

Near Comica Comiket
Bishopsgate Institute London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Bishopsgate Institute
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
230 Bishopsgate, London, Spitalfields, London EC2M | At Comica Comiket
Built in 1891-94 by Charles Harrison Townsend, the Bishopsgate Institute's facade has a theme of arts and crafts. Inside you will find 19th century tiling, a ...More
 
 
 
The Old Truman Brewery London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Old Truman Brewery
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
91 Brick Lane, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 8 minutes from Comica Comiket
Popular with the Shoreditch crowd on the weekends, The Old Truman Brewery houses more than 200 small, creative businesses, a bar and several areas for hire. ...More
 
 
 
The Brickhouse London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Brickhouse
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
The Old Truman Brewery, 153 Brick Lane, London, Shoreditch, London E1 | 9 minutes from Comica Comiket
As anyone who's ever visited The Truman Brewery will know, the famous 18th century former beer factory does cutting edge cool with aplomb. Being a stalwart ...More
 
 
 
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Sights and Attractions near Comica Comiket

The best museums, galleries, attractions near Comica Comiket
Raven Row London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Raven Row
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
56 Artillery Lane, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 1 minute from Comica Comiket
Raven Row, a non-profit contemporary art centre in Spitalfields, not far from the Market, opened to the public on 28th February 2009. The name - nothing ...More
 
 
 
Electric Blue Gallery London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Electric Blue Gallery
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
64 Middlesex Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 3 minutes from Comica Comiket
The Electric Blue Gallery gallery, co-owned by Jessica Tibbles and Olivier Bernay, opened in January 2009. By February, Wallpaper* magazine was calling the launch "a highlight ...More
 
 
 
Dennis Severs' House London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Dennis Severs' House
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
18 Folgate Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 4 minutes from Comica Comiket
The brainchild of eccentric designer and performer, Dennis Severs' House at 18 Folgate Street captures, in a series of evocative snapshots, 18th century life as experienced ...More
 
 
 
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Shopping near Comica Comiket

The best shops and markets near Comica Comiket
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Hummingbird Bakery
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
11 Frying Pan Alley , London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 2 minutes from Comica Comiket
All-American cupcakes are the speciality here but you can also tuck into many other finger-licking sticky treats. Chocolate Devil's Food Cake, New York style cheesecake and ...More
 
 
 
A Gold London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
A Gold
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
42 Brushfield Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 2 minutes from Comica Comiket
As absurd as it may seem, A Gold is one of the only delis in London to specialise entirely in British produce. Touted as "the village ...More
 
 
 
Verde & Co London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Verde & Co
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
40 Brushfield Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 2 minutes from Comica Comiket
Wooden crates crammed with rich, vibrant vegetables, wicker baskets full of flowers, fruits and herbs, dark wooden shutters, heavy green awnings, blackboards advertising "Sandwiches, Coffee, Soup" ...More
 
 
 
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Restaurants near Comica Comiket

What are the best dining options near Comica Comiket London?
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Ping Pong
London > Restaurants > Chinese restaurants
3-6 Steward Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 1 minute from Comica Comiket
The ancient art of Dim Sum, created for the 21st Century. The Ping Pong revolution started in Soho in May 2005 and these sleek black restaurants ...More
 
 
 
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Marco Pierre White Steakhouse & Grill
London > Restaurants > American restaurants
East India House, 109-117 Middlesex Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 1 minute from Comica Comiket
Marco Pierre White has taken over East India House (formerly Lanes) in the City and turned it into a Steakhouse & Grill. The emphasis ...More
 
 
 
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Pret A Manger
London > Restaurants > Cafes and Delis
192 Bishopsgate, London, City, London EC2M | 2 minutes from Comica Comiket
Pret sells up market fast food, hand made from natural ingredients, to take away or eat on site, in its trademark no nonsense chrome interiors. The ...More
 
 
 
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Education near Comica Comiket

Near Comica Comiket
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Workers' Educational Association
London > Education > Evening Classes
4 Luke Street, London, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 9 minutes from Comica Comiket
National charity for adult learning which also runs an excellent selection of theatre, literature, history and politics evening classes....More
 
 
 
The Making Space London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Making Space
London > Education > Evening Classes
10 Sunbury Workshops, Swanfield Street, London, Shoreditch, London E2 | 14 minutes from Comica Comiket
Learn some crafty manouveurs at Making Space where classes on mask making, glass engraving, pyrography (burning patterns into wood or leather), chainmail knitting, and book hollowing ...More
 
 
 
City Journalism London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
City Journalism
London > Education > Professional Training
106 Bunhill Row, London, City, London EC1Y | 16 minutes from Comica Comiket
City’s Print Journalism course is recognised as the best in London. Although places like Goldsmith’s are trendier, City is respected in the industry thanks to a ...More
 
 
 
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Leisure near Comica Comiket

Comica Comiket gyms, sporting activities, health & beauty and fitness.
All Star Lanes, Brick Lane London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
All Star Lanes, Brick Lane
London > Leisure > Activities
95 Brick Lane, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 8 minutes from Comica Comiket
The third of these increasingly popular 1950s retro-America style bowling alleys opened in late 2008 to much critical acclaim. Located in the Old Truman Brewery on ...More
 
 
 
Circus Space London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Circus Space
London > Leisure > Unique Experiences
Coronet Street, London, Hoxton, London N1 | 14 minutes from Comica Comiket
Circus Space is the UK's premier Circus school, providing a BA Hons degree in Circus Arts, support for professional performers and a range of recreational ...More
 
 
 
Postman's Park London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Postman's Park
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
King Edward Street, London, City, London EC4M | 20 minutes from Comica Comiket
Bounded in by surrounding office buildings, Postman's Park's appeal lies in what it symbolises as much as how it looks. Located just north of St Paul's ...More
 
 
 
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Pubs near Comica Comiket

The best pubs near London Comica Comiket.
The Fox London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Fox
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
28-30 Paul Street, London, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 10 minutes from Comica Comiket
Ideally located away from the chaos of the City and in the trendy and thriving Shoreditch area, The Fox is a stylish gastropub offering food and ...More
 
 
 
The Princess of Shoreditch London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Princess of Shoreditch
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
76 Paul Street, London, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 12 minutes from Comica Comiket
Take the spiral staircase up out of this busy Old Street boozer and you find yourself in a small, chic dining room with big picture windows, ...More
 
 
 
The Bricklayers Arms London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
The Bricklayers Arms
London > Nightlife > Pubs
63 Charlotte Road, London, Shoreditch, London EC2A | 12 minutes from Comica Comiket
This bohemian boozer was an integral part of the Shoreditch explosion. Tucked away down a cobbled East End alley it was originally a mecca for local ...More
 
 
 
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Nightlife near Comica Comiket

Comica Comiket clubs, bars, cabaret nights, casinos and interesting nightlife.
Shoreditch House London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Shoreditch House
London > Nightlife > Bars
Ebor Street, London, Shoreditch, London E1 | At Comica Comiket
In a former tea warehouse in the part of town where the City meets the East End you'll find the latest and largest off-shoot from Soho ...More
 
 
 
Public Life London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Public Life
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
Outside Christchurch Spitalfields, 82A Commercial Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 4 minutes from Comica Comiket
Spending an evening in an East End public toilet may not be top of your list of priorities when it comes to planning an evening out ...More
 
 
 
Gramaphone London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Gramaphone
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
60-62 Commercial Street, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 5 minutes from Comica Comiket
Funky bar, restaurant and lounge from the same people who brought you The Rhythm Factory comes Gramaphone, a restaurant and bar with live comedy on Tuesdays ...More
 
 
 
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Meeting venue hire near Comica Comiket

Where to have your meeting, conference, exhibition, private dining or training course near Comica Comiket.
Coopers' Hall London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Coopers' Hall
London > Business > Venue Hire
13 Devonshire Sq, Broadgate, London, City, London EC2M | 3 minutes from Comica Comiket
...More
 
 
 
Andaz Liverpool Street London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Andaz Liverpool Street
London > Business > Venue Hire
40 Liverpool Street, London, City, London EC2M | 3 minutes from Comica Comiket
Housed in one of the great Victorian station hotels, this showstopper is a mixture of meticulous nineteenth century restoration and the glittering wit of Terrence Conran's ...More
 
 
 
Christ Church Spitalfields London
Editor's Top Pick - Recommended
Christ Church Spitalfields
London > Business > Venue Hire
2 Fournier Street, Broadgate, London, Spitalfields, London E1 | 6 minutes from Comica Comiket
Built in 1729, Nicholas Hawksmoor's Christ Church creation was declared dangerous and closed in 1956. Vigorous campaigning, from the poet Sir John Betjeman among others, eventually ...More
 
 
 

Bishopsgate Institute events

 
Monarchy & Republicanism: Gardens And A Green: Royal Kew: TalkMonarchy & Republicanism: Gardens And A Green: Royal Kew: TalkGuide and author Diane Burstein discusses the palace's history.27th May 2012Sunday 27th May 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Sunday 27th May 2012
TIMES  2pm  PRICING  £8, concs £6
Guide and author Diane Burstein discusses the palace's history.
Monarchy & Republicanism: Gardens And A Green: Royal Kew: Talk
Monarchy & Republicanism: Monarchy Or Republic': Panel DiscussionMonarchy & Republicanism: Monarchy Or Republic': Panel DiscussionA panel discussion about the monarchy's position.29th May 2012Tuesday 29th May 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Tuesday 29th May 2012
TIMES  7.30pm  PRICING  £8, concs £6
A panel discussion about the monarchy's position.
Monarchy & Republicanism: Monarchy Or Republic': Panel Discussion
Capital Games: Then And Now: The Past And Present London Games: DiscussionCapital Games: Then And Now: The Past And Present London Games: DiscussionAuthors David Miller, Dr Martin Polley and Matt Rogan discuss the games held in the city.7th June 2012Thursday 7th June 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Thursday 7th June 2012
TIMES  7.30pm  PRICING  £8, concs £6
Authors David Miller, Dr Martin Polley and Matt Rogan discuss the games held in the city.
Capital Games: Then And Now: The Past And Present London Games: Discussion
Capital Games: Before The Games: Sporting Life In East London: WalkCapital Games: Before The Games: Sporting Life In East London: Walk9th June 2012Saturday 9th June 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Saturday 9th June 2012
TIMES  10am  PRICING  £8, concs £6
Capital Games: Before The Games: Sporting Life In East London: Walk
Bishopsgate Library Tour: Guided TourBishopsgate Library Tour: Guided Tour13th June 2012Wednesday 13th June 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Wednesday 13th June 2012
TIMES  6.30pm  PRICING  Free
Bishopsgate Library Tour: Guided Tour
The Night Of The UnexpectedThe Night Of The UnexpectedA one-day overview of developments in New Music. Artists appearing include Han Bennink, Philip Jeck, Tania Chen, Steve Beresford, Stewart Lee and others.16th June 2012Saturday 16th June 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Saturday 16th June 2012
TIMES  8pm  PRICING  £12
A one-day overview of developments in New Music. Artists appearing include Han Bennink, Philip Jeck, Tania Chen, Steve Beresford, Stewart Lee and others.
The Night Of The Unexpected
Capital Games: From Endeavour To Commerce: TalkCapital Games: From Endeavour To Commerce: Talk20th June 2012Wednesday 20th June 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Wednesday 20th June 2012
TIMES  7.30pm  PRICING  £8, concs £6
Capital Games: From Endeavour To Commerce: Talk
Capital Games: Mind And Muscles: What can Philosophy Learn from sport': TalkCapital Games: Mind And Muscles: What can Philosophy Learn from sport': Talk23rd June 2012Saturday 23rd June 2012 Where:
Bishopsgate Institute, 230  Bishopsgate      EC2M 4QH
Category: event
 
event  Saturday 23rd June 2012
TIMES  2.30pm  PRICING  Free
 

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Contemporary works in various media marking changes in artistic direction, exploring spatial relationships and the notion of art as life....More

Drumm
Clubbing and Nightlife | On 24th May 2012 

The Queen Of Hoxton 6 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

Charlotte Thorstvedt, Hearts & Bones, Project Fresh Socks, Dead Air Music and Capita! spin house, drum'n'bass and electro, plus MT, ...More

Brick Lane Market
Brick Lane Market
Shopping | Until 31st January 2013 

Brick Lane 7 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

Brick Lane Market is pure East End London, which means Jewish bagel shops, Bangladeshi curry houses, Indian sari silks - ...More

 
Calm Down
Clubbing and Nightlife | On 24th May 2012 

The Big Chill Bar 8 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

Resident DJs supply hip hop, funk and house....More

The Turn, The Call Up, Payroll
Concerts | On 24th May 2012 

93 Feet East 8 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

Pop-rock by the London-based band....More

Talkaoke
Exhibitions | On 24th May 2012 

93 Feet East 8 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

A participant-led discussion....More

Punchline
Theatre | Until 3rd June 2012 

The Old Truman Brewery 8 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

A one-act comedy about the nature of comedy, and exploring why anyone would want to become a comedian. Or an ...More

Beach House
Concerts | On 24th May 2012 

Village Underground 8 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

The Baltimore-based duo plays dream pop and indie from the album Bloom....More

Sweet Billy Pilgrim
Concerts | On 24th May 2012 

Rough Trade East 8 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

Experimental rock from the London-based three-piece....More

Open The Gate
Clubbing and Nightlife | On 24th May 2012 

Cafe 1001 9 minutes walk from Bishopsgate Institute

Resident DJs spin drum'n'bass and electro....More

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