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Along with the Donmar Warehouse, the Almeida is the most critically praised theatre in Britain. After Jonathan Kent took over in 1990, it had 14 West End transfers in 12 years, and early booking for tickets became essential - by the time the reviews came out, the run was usually sold out. The stuccoed building, once the home of the Islington Literary and Scientific Society was redesigned in 2001-2 , making it an even comfier theatre.
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ChimericaChimericaTwenty three years after the event, Joe, a young American photojournalist, is driven to discover the truth behind the unknown hero he captured on film in Tiananmen Square, 1989. Chimerica, a new co-production presented by the Almeida theatre and Rupert Goold's acclaimed Headlong theatre company, written drama by Lucy Kirkwood (NSFW, Royal Court) ge25th May 2013Saturday 6th July 2013
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event > Theatre > Dramas
DATES 20th May to 6th July 2013
Twenty three years after the event, Joe, a young American photojournalist, is driven to discover the truth behind the unknown hero he captured on film in Tiananmen Square, 1989. Chimerica, a new co-production presented by the Almeida theatre and Rupert Goold's acclaimed Headlong theatre company, written drama by Lucy Kirkwood (NSFW, Royal Court) ge... More about this event
event > Exhibitions > Lifestyle - Literary Events & Book Signings
PRICING booking essential Free
DATES Thursday 6th June 2013 - 5.30pm-6.30pm
A panel event and Q&A session, on new trends and themes which have emerged in the last 25 years of playwriting.
event > Theatre > Shakespearean productions
DATES 16th July 2012 to 21st July 2013
Custom/Practice Theatre, in association with TEG Productions and the Almeida Theatre, presents Shakespeare's romantic comedy in a version that moves from an inner city school detention room to the fantastical world of the enchanted forest.
event > Theatre > Fringe
DATES Friday 19th July 2013 at 7.30pm & Saturday 20th July 2013 at 4pm and 7.30pm
Performance artist Bryony Kimmings presents a solo show in which she sets out to create, with the help of her nine-year-old niece Taylor, a positive role model for young people.
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London > Hotels > Mid-Range Chain Hotel Executive Double Rooms: 28% off from £202
53 Upper Street, N1 | 4 minutes from Almeida Theatre
The Business Design Centre next door is the obvious attraction for many of the guests at this smart, efficient Hilton Hotel, but Islington's excellent restaurants and ...More
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60 Pentonville Road, N1 | 11 minutes from Almeida Theatre
The decor when you walk into reception is fresh and modern and this first impression extends throughout the hotel to the bedrooms, bar and restaurant. It's ...More
London > Apartment > Apartment 2 Bedroom Apartments: 20% off from £143
300 City Road, EC1V | 13 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Located nearby to Sadler's Wells Theatre, St. Paul's Cathedral and Tower of London, Citadines St Mark's is a 4-star apartment hotel that aims to accommodate business ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
115 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 2 minutes from Almeida Theatre
London's original pub theatre is located in the back room at the The King's Head. It was founded in 1970 by the pub's owner, Dan Crawford, ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
14 Dagmar Passage, Islington, London N1 | 2 minutes from Almeida Theatre
The Little Angel Theatre was founded by John Wright in 1961 in a derelict temperance hall in Islington. Every type of puppet is used, and themes, ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
109 St Paul's Road, N1 | 9 minutes from Almeida Theatre
A wonderful night out on London's thriving fringe scene can be had at the Hen and Chickens Theatre, which sits above the cosy, candlelit pub that shares ...More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
83 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 3 minutes from Almeida Theatre
One of the most striking cinema facades in the city (especially at night when it's all illuminated in startling red and white), the dinky Screen on ...More
London > Entertainment >
96-98 Pentonville Road, Clerkenwell, London N1 | 12 minutes from Almeida Theatre
The Lexington is both a music venue and an English pub that thinks it’s an American speakeasy. While this may sound like trying to please all ...More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
68 Amwell Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 13 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Filthy McNasty's Whiskey Cafe (great name) appears, at first sight, to be an Irish bar with a sizeable selection of whiskies as well as Guinness ...More
London > Events > Theatre Dates: Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th June 2013
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 14 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Performance company Clod Ensemble return to Sadler's Wells this June with their latest production, Zero. Blending dance, music and visual theatre, the show is set to ...More
London > Events > Dance Dates: 18th, 19th and 20th June 2013
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 14 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Arriving at Sadler's Wells for three nights only, The Forsythe Company is one of the unmissable foreign guest companies visiting the London dance house in the ...More
London > Events > Dance Dates: 20th to 25th May 2013
Sadler's Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 14 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Following a highly successful international tour, Sylvie Guillem is back to perform 6000 miles away at Sadler's Wells this spring. Recently awarded the Critics' Circle National ...More
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London > Attractions > Activities for Kids
14 Dagmar Passage, Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1 | 2 minutes from Almeida Theatre
This innovative children's theatre provides a showcase for the art of puppetry. Founded by master puppeteer John Wilkes in the early 1960s, this small, unusual theatre ...More
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
39a Canonbury Square, N1 | 7 minutes from Almeida Theatre
You'll find a spectacular collection of paintings and sculpture by 20th century Italian artists at the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art, with a core of ...More
London > Attractions > Sights
407 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 11 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Launched in late 2010, the Angel Building in Islington transformed from an under-used early 1980s commercial block into an award-winning office space, reinvented by architects ...More
London > Shopping > House and Garden
274 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 2 minutes from Almeida Theatre
This interior designer's delight opened in 1996, specialising in items that add a touch of city living chic to the home. Vintage and contemporary furniture and ...More
Restaurants near Almeida Theatre
London > Restaurants > French restaurants
30 Almeida Street, Islington, London N1 | 1 minute from Almeida Theatre
This popular D & D London (formerly Conran Restaurants) eatery is renowned as Islington's top restaurant, a much sought after plaudit given the area's sheer volume ...More
London > Restaurants > French restaurants
140A Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 1 minute from Almeida Theatre
Mains for under £6 excellent value and a good atmosphere....More
London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
141 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 1 minute from Almeida Theatre
Pizza & Pasta ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
49-51 Barnsbury Street, Islington, London N1 | 2 minutes from Almeida Theatre
The Make Lounge runs craft workshops where you can learn how to sew, decorate, stick and cook in a relaxed and friendly setting. With 'make do ...More
London > Education > Professional Training
161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 21 minutes from Almeida Theatre
This gorgeous 18th century Grade I listed Hawksmoor church is one of a number of London churches which has, in recent years, been converted into a ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
Garden Floor, 6 Coldbath Square, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 22 minutes from Almeida Theatre
One day workshops, offering a friendly no-nonsense approach to teaching about wine, suitable for everyone from beginners to experts. Courses take place at the following venues: Atlas PH, ...More
Leisure near Almeida Theatre
London > Leisure > Health and Beauty
St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, Euston Road, King's Cross, London NW1 | 22 minutes from Almeida Theatre
The lavishly restored St Pancras Renaissance Hotel has attracted a lot of attention since opening in 2011 as part of the grand Eurostar relocation. The Hotel's ...More
London > Leisure > Unique Experiences
Coronet Street, Hoxton, London N1 | 24 minutes from Almeida Theatre
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
London > Leisure > Activities
Hatton Square Business Centre, 16-16a Baldwin Gardens, Holborn, London EC1N | 26 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Immerse yourself in a world of chocolate with this mouth-watering workshop. You will discover how chocolate is processed from bean to bar. Sample a variety of ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
209-211 Liverpool Road, Islington, London N1 | 3 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Islington gastropub on Liverpool Road, where chef John O’Riordan (ex head chef of critically acclaimed Samphire) heads up the kitchen. Informal dining in a relaxed ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
44 Barnsbury Street, Islington, London N1 | 4 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Ben Maschler (son of Evening Standard food critic Fay) and Nick Gibson have taken over The Drapers Arms in Islington and improved on what was already ...More
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London > Business > Venue Hire
14 Dagmar Passage off Cross Street, Islington, Islington, London N1 | 2 minutes from Almeida Theatre
A teeny, tiny and wonderful puppet theatre located in a hidden side road backing onto a green church yard ideal for spontaneous picnics with goodies from ...More
London > Business > Venue Hire
52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 6 minutes from Almeida Theatre
Exhibitors love this venue and it's easy to see why. The Business Design Centre in Islington is in a great location just one mile from The ...More
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The Vestry, Union Chapel, Compton Avenue, N1 | 6 minutes from Almeida Theatre
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What's On Today Near Almeida Theatre ![]() Chimerica Theatre | Until 6th July 2013 Twenty three years after the event, Joe, a young American photojournalist, is driven to discover the truth behind the unknown ...More Jimmy C And The Blues Dragons Concerts | Until 25th May 2013 The King's Head 2 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre Traditional blues from the artist and his band....More Jimmy C And The Blues Dragons Concerts | On 25th May 2013 The King's Head 2 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre Traditional blues from the artist and his band....More Saturday at Barrio North Clubbing and Nightlife | On 25th May 2013 Barrio North 4 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre DJ Jimi Needles plays house and bass....More The Burning Beat Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th May 2013 Albert & Pearl 4 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre The Roustabouts and David Harris play electro swing, Balkan beats and vintage pop, plus live music and cabaret performances....More Too Much Disco Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th May 2013 The Old Queen's Head 4 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre Resident DJs spin hip hop, disco, electro and house....More Saturdays at The Ladybird Bar Clubbing and Nightlife | Until 25th May 2013 Ladybird Bar 5 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre DJ Sam Redmore plays funk, soul, hip hop, reggae, house, disco, Latin and rock....More Free And Funny Comedy | On 25th May 2013 Camden Head 5 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre Stories and anecdotes from 2007 Hackney Empire New Act Of The Year Award-winner Luke Toulson. Also featuring Ellie Taylor, Ben ...More White Line Diaries, Lungs, The Swaps, Daniel Baron Concerts | On 25th May 2013 Hope & Anchor 5 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre The four-piece from Hertfordshire performs a combination of blues, jazz and funk....More Tubular Bells For Two: Mike Oldfield Tribute Concerts | On 25th May 2013 Union Chapel 6 minutes walk from Almeida Theatre The Australian duo of Daniel Holdsworth and Aidan Roberts performs the musician's hit 1973 album Tubular Bells in its entirety....More London 2013 The AnnualThe best London events, openings, anniversaries & experiences for 2013, from LondonTown.com Book £10 Tablet FREE
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