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Southbank serves up its annual dose of world class literature with a delectable array of spoken word performances, exciting new collaborations, workshops and talks from major writers and thinkers from around the world. Pairing up with literary organisation Apples and Snakes on a project named Shake the Dust, they aim to evoke the power of youth and celebrate young voices by encouraging them to have a go at spoken word performance. Young literary enthusiasts from across the UK will be offered the chance to gain inspiration from leading performance poets and to share their own stories through poetry. Slam events will take place across the country before a live finale takes place at the Southbank on July 7th. This will be the sixth year the festival celebrates all things literary and the event never fails to disappoint, previous speakers have included literary greats such as Philip Pullman, Bret Easton Ellis, Andrea Levy, Barbara Kingsolver and Jeanette Winterson.About Southbank Centre
The Southbank Centre is a classic example of brutal 60s concrete architecture. Everyone has an opinion (usually negative) on its distinctive design - famous detractors include Prince Charles, who once described it as looking like a "nuclear power station". Yet, if the The West End is the centre of popular culture in London, it is the Southbank Centre that is the centre of true excellence in the arts. More about Southbank Centre
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Emulating the style of a French chateau, this grand Victorian residence, built in 1884, occupies a prime location within Westminster. It’s worth staying at the Grade ...More
London > Events > Exhibitions Dates: 2nd February - 14th February 2012
Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
With Valentine's Day round the corner, love is at the fore front of many Londoners' minds. Love Letters Straight from Your Heart gives visitors the chance ...More
London > Events > Seasonal Dates: 11th February - 14th February 2012
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 4 minutes from London Literature Festival
Snuggle up to your loved one and set sail down the Thames on a hugely romantic 40 minute Champagne Cruise along the river, taking in some ...More
London > Events > Seasonal Dates: 11th February - 14th February 2012
London Eye, Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 4 minutes from London Literature Festival
Treat your loved one to a romantic private capsule on the London Eye and enjoy some stunning views of London as you sip champagne and sample ...More
London > Entertainment > Arts Centres
Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
The Southbank Centre is a classic example of brutal 60s concrete architecture. Everyone has an opinion (usually negative) on its distinctive design - famous detractors include ...More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
Located by the River Thames, with sweeping views of the capital from the London Eye to St Paul's Cathedral, the Southbank Centre is a unique metropolitan ...More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
Belvedere Road, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 2 minutes from London Literature Festival
Originally the National Film Theatre, the BFI Southbank is the perfect film buff's cinema, with three large screens and a smaller studio space showing up to ...More
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London > Attractions > Museums
Level 5, Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
The most comprehensive and accessible collection of poetry from 1914 in Britain, The Poetry Library within the Southbank Centre contains 90,000 items and is still growing. ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 1 minute from London Literature Festival
The Hayward Gallery has been the originator or host of influential exhibitions since 1968. It mounts temporary exhibitions of contemporary and historical art. The gallery, named ...More
London > Attractions > Sights
Jubilee Gardens, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 4 minutes from London Literature Festival
The London Eye elbowed its way onto the capital's tourist scene as one of the statement pieces to mark the turn of the century (see also ...More
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London > Shopping > Books
Riverside, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall, South Bank Centre, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
The family-run Foyles book shop has been in the book selling business since 1906. Around 30,000 books are stocked at this branch on a broad range ...More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
22 Cornwall Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 7 minutes from London Literature Festival
Konditor & Cook specialise in the creation of amazingly tasty cakes which are also sold on to some of the finest restaurants in the city. This, ...More
London > Shopping > Delicatessens
63 Stamford Street, South Bank, London SE1 | 8 minutes from London Literature Festival
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London > Restaurants > British restaurants
Royal Festival Hall, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
The menu at Canteen reads like a comforting childhood reminiscence with some sophisticated bunting thrown on top. Devilled kidneys on toast, followed by an excellent slow-roast ...More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
Unit 6, Royal Festival Hall Riverside, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
Strada has started something of a pizza revolution. The chain has blossomed thanks largely to its focus on fresh, high quality ingredients, and efficient, friendly service. ...More
London > Restaurants > International restaurants
Unit 1, Royal Festival Hall Riverside, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
If you happen to be with the kids on the South Bank this summer this is a great little eatery in which to recharge their batteries. ...More
London > Education > Arts and Drama
Somerset House, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 8 minutes from London Literature Festival
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London > Education > Medical Schools
Strand, Covent Garden, London WC2R | 8 minutes from London Literature Festival
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London > Education > Careers Services
4-6 Staple Inn, Holborn, London WC1V | 20 minutes from London Literature Festival
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London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
Westminster Bridge Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 5 minutes from London Literature Festival
Fancy detoxing in the building where the Greater London Council used to run the city? The Spa at the London Marriott County ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
3 Belvedere Road, South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 5 minutes from London Literature Festival
The concrete promenade along the South Bank greatly benefits from this large patch of green grass for striders, strollers and sightseers to relax on. Not ...More
London > Leisure > Fitness
12 Floral Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E | 13 minutes from London Literature Festival
This day spa exclusively for women is a total pampering experience from the minute you step through the door. Located in bustling Covent Garden you'll soon ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
25 Roupell Street, South Bank, London SE1 | 7 minutes from London Literature Festival
A short walk from the South Bank Centre, The Old Vic and The National Theatre this traditional old watering hole is a good place to have ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
10 Northumberland Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 9 minutes from London Literature Festival
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London > Nightlife > Pubs
48 Parliament Street, Whitehall, Westminster, London SW1A | 11 minutes from London Literature Festival
Right across the street from the Houses of Parliament, the Red Lion is perfectly positioned for politicos to pop in for a pint after a heated ...More
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London > Nightlife > Bars
Corinthia Hotel London, Whitehall Place, Westminster, London SW1A | 7 minutes from London Literature Festival
The cocktails in the Bassoon Piano Bar are very good, expensive, yes, but very, very good. Not only that but the bar has a piano which ...More
London > Nightlife > Wine Bars
47 Villiers Street, Covent Garden, London WC2N | 8 minutes from London Literature Festival
London's oldest wine bar and family-run underground tavern. Home to Samuel Pepys in the 1680s, the building housing Gordon’s is now home to a regular, thriving crowd ...More
London > Nightlife > Bars
Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House Street, South Bank, London SE1 | 10 minutes from London Literature Festival
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Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
The Royal Festival Hall's refurbishment has done away with 'The People's Palace', the marvellously 1950s restaurant that used to occupy this space, and replaced it with ...More
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Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | At London Literature Festival
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South Bank, South Bank, London SE1 | 4 minutes from London Literature Festival
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Southbank Centre events
Love Letters Straight From Your HeartLove Letters Straight From Your HeartWith Valentine's Day round the corner, love is at the fore front of many Londoners' minds. Love Letters Straight from Your Heart gives visitors the chance to express their emotions to those who are closest to us. Presented by performance group Uninvited Guests, there will be speeches and song dedications making it a happy occasion to remember lost 14th February 2012Tuesday 14th February 2012
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With Valentine's Day round the corner, love is at the fore front of many Londoners' minds. Love Letters Straight from Your Heart gives visitors the chance to express their emotions to those who are closest to us. Presented by performance group Uninvited Guests, there will be speeches and song dedications making it a happy occasion to remember lost ... More about this event
Valentine's Day ConcertValentine's Day ConcertSettle in for a night of glorious classics to celebrate the most romantic evening of the year. Performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra, the Valentine's Day Concert at Royal Festival Hall features Fritz Kreisler's Liebesleid, Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No.2 and also his Symphony No.2. The Piano Concerto No.2 is one of Rachmaninov's most enduringly14th February 2012Tuesday 14th February 2012
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PRICING £9-£39
Settle in for a night of glorious classics to celebrate the most romantic evening of the year. Performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra, the Valentine's Day Concert at Royal Festival Hall features Fritz Kreisler's Liebesleid, Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No.2 and also his Symphony No.2. The Piano Concerto No.2 is one of Rachmaninov's most enduringly... More about this event
Euan MacDonald: Open Tuning
event Running until Tuesday 14th February 2012TIMES Monday 13th February and Tuesday 14th February 2012 - 10am-6pm PRICING Free
A multimedia installation exploring the perception of sound, featuring the video 9,000 Pieces, which examines the mechanics of piano-testing in a Shanghai musical instrument factory.
Private Peaceful: Scamp Theatre (Over 8s)
event Running until Wednesday 15th February 2012TIMES Tuesday 14th February and Wednesday 15th February 2012 - 3.30pm PRICING £12, child £6
Adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's novel for older children.
The Incredible Book Eating Boy: Bootworks Theatre (Ages 4 & Over)
event Running until Sunday 19th February 2012TIMES 13th Feb, 17th Feb, 18th Feb and 19th Feb 2012 at 11am, 11.06am, 11.12am, 11.18am, 11.24am, 11.30am, 11.36am, 11.42am, 11.48am, 11.54am, 1pm, 1.06pm, PRICING booking for a time slot essential £6
An exciting adaptation of Oliver Jeffers's book, with the performance for one child at a time.
ImagineImagineTake the kids to the Southbank Centre during the February half-term and treat them to Imagine, the annual children's literature festival which pulls words off the page. There's a huge amount of literary events to choose from, from readings and storytelling to beatboxing and poetry. Children will get a chance to run the festival durin14th February 2012Sunday 26th February 2012
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PRICING Various | Some Free, £7 (Adults), £4.50 (Children), £19 (Family)
Take the kids to the Southbank Centre during the February half-term and treat them to Imagine, the annual children's literature festival which pulls words off the page. There's a huge amount of literary events to choose from, from readings and storytelling to beatboxing and poetry. Children will get a chance to run the festival durin... More about this event
Imagine Children's Festival
event Running until Sunday 26th February 2012TIMES 10th February 2012 to 26th February 2012 PRICING prices vary
Talks and performances.
David Shrigley: Brain ActivityDavid Shrigley: Brain ActivityQuick witted with a dry sense of humour, David Shrigley has all the components needed to create an amusing and quirky art exhibition. Despite being trained in fine art, the Glasgow based artist deliberately opts for crude and child like pieces which in spite of appearing to be spontaneous doodles, are actually honed with precision to ensure his wor14th February 2012Sunday 13th May 2012
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PRICING £10
Quick witted with a dry sense of humour, David Shrigley has all the components needed to create an amusing and quirky art exhibition. Despite being trained in fine art, the Glasgow based artist deliberately opts for crude and child like pieces which in spite of appearing to be spontaneous doodles, are actually honed with precision to ensure his wor... More about this event
PRICING £16 per team
Hidden City offers a unique and quirky way to explore London. Based around the concept of a treasure hunt, explorers simply need to find their start point, receive clues to their phone and respond with the correct answer to move onto the next destination. With a number of hunts to choose from including 'Bright Lights Evening Trail' which leads you ... More about this event
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What's On Today Near Southbank Centre ![]() Valentine's Day Concert Concerts | On 14th February 2012 Southbank Centre: Royal Festival Hall At Southbank Centre Settle in for a night of glorious classics to celebrate the most romantic evening of the year. Performed by the ...More ![]() Love Letters Straight From Your Heart Exhibitions | Until 14th February 2012 Southbank Centre At Southbank Centre With Valentine's Day round the corner, love is at the fore front of many Londoners' minds. Love Letters Straight from ...More David Shrigley: Brain Activity Exhibitions | Until 13th May 2012 Southbank Centre At Southbank Centre The first major London-based survey of the artist's practice, featuring drawings, photography, sculpture, animations, paintings and music all commenting on ...More Euan MacDonald: Open Tuning Exhibitions | Until 14th February 2012 Southbank Centre At Southbank Centre A multimedia installation exploring the perception of sound, featuring the video 9,000 Pieces, which examines the mechanics of piano-testing in ...More Imagine Children's Festival Kids Events | Until 26th February 2012 Southbank Centre At Southbank Centre Talks and performances....More ![]() Imagine Kids Events | Until 26th February 2012 Southbank Centre At Southbank Centre Take the kids to the Southbank Centre during the February half-term and treat them to Imagine, the annual children's literature festival which pulls ...More Private Peaceful: Scamp Theatre (Over 8s) Theatre | Until 15th February 2012 Southbank Centre At Southbank Centre Adaptation of Michael Morpurgo's novel for older children....More Hidden City Tours | Until 31st December 2012 Southbank Centre At Southbank Centre Hidden City offers a unique and quirky way to explore London. Based around the concept of a treasure hunt, explorers ...More ![]() David Shrigley: Brain Activity Exhibitions | Until 13th May 2012 The Hayward Gallery 1 minutes walk from Southbank Centre Quick witted with a dry sense of humour, David Shrigley has all the components needed to create an amusing and ...More Graham Clarke: The English Artist At Home And Abroad Exhibitions | Until 3rd March 2012 National Theatre: Olivier Theatre 2 minutes walk from Southbank Centre Contemporary etchings, drawings and watercolour paintings depicting theatrical narratives....More
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