If you're planning on visiting London this summer, what better way to take in the longer evenings than taking advantage of some of our events? Get out there and experience the best of summer in London and see what the capital has to offer.
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Family & Special events
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Wembley Stadium Tours
Come down to Wembley Stadium and take the tour of all tours. Experience what it's like to become a footballing legend, from entering the England changing rooms, to walking out through the players' tunnel, and even getting your hands on the replica FA Cup on the winners' steps of the famous Royal Box.
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Udderbelly
E4 Udderbelly Festival at Southbank Centre - an 8 week summer festival of the brightest comedy, circus, family and cabaret shows. In 2010 we extended the season to 10 weeks and this year E4 Udderbelly Festival played a whopping 13 weeks on the Southbank. We'll be back in 2012 for more lazing and grazing on the banks of the Thames.
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Dora the Explorer
Dora has lost her beloved teddy bear Osito and she needs your help along with Map, Backpack, Boots, Diego and their courageous friends to help retrieve him. Dora uses her reading, counting and language skills to successfully pass through the pyramid and the mixed-up jungle to reach the City of Lost Toys. But watch out - you never know what that sneaky fox Swiper might be up to along the way!
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Theatre
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Chariots of Fire
Adapted from the legendary Oscar-winning movie, this spectacular and ingenious retelling of Eric Liddell's and Harold Abraham's quest to become the fastest men on earth is an electrifying and immensely moving tale of two men s rivalry, and their unwavering determination to conquer the world in the face of prejudice, immovable beliefs and overwhelming odds.
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The Lion King
Disney's multi-award winning musical, The Lion King, will redefine your expectations of theatre. A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation of Disney's much-loved film transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.
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Wicked
Wicked, the smash hit musical that recently welcomed its four millionth theatregoer to the Apollo Victoria Theatre, is honoured to have been named 'Best Night Out' at the prestigious Evening Standard Theatre Awards, presented last night (20 November 2011) at a star-studded ceremony at The Savoy in London.
Wicked continues to be theatregoers' top choice having previously won the 2010 Olivier Audience Award for 'Most Popular Show' and been voted London's 'Best West End Show' at the Whatsonstage.com Awards in both 2011 and 2010.
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Singin' in the Rain
Disney's multi-award winning musical, The Lion King, will redefine your expectations of theatre. A spectacular visual feast, this adaptation of Disney's much-loved film transports audiences to a dazzling world that explodes with glorious colours, stunning effects and enchanting music.
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Shrek The Musical
Featuring all new songs, as well as cult Shrek anthem "I'm a Believer", Shrek The Musical brings the well loved characters to life, in a hilarious and spectacular production based on the story and characters from the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks animation film.
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Ghost
A timeless story about the power of love, Sam is trapped as a ghost between this world and the next trying to communicate with his girlfriend Molly through a phoney psychic in the hope of saving her from his murderer. Ghost, based on the Oscar® winning Paramount pictures film, features new music and lyrics as well as the classic Unchained Melody.
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The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe
Four siblings, Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy, discover the magical world of Narnia when they pass through a mysterious wardrobe door. Ruled by the White Witch, who has cast a spell making it forever winter, the children together with their new found friends, battle to bring happiness to the land in this classic tale of good versus evil.
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Top Hat
Welcome to the madhouse, as Joe Orton's legendary 1967 comedy opens at the Vaudeville Theatre this spring. Starring Omid Djalili, What the Butler Saw is an insanely funny, full-throttle tour de farce. Hysterical one-liners and outrageous twists collide, as the characters loose the plot, their wits, and their clothes.
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Horrible Histories
Have you ever wondered why the Romans never won MasterChef? Would you lose your heart or head to horrible Henry? Will Parliament escape gunpowder Guy? Enrol yourself at Georgian Crime School, dare to dance the Tyburn jig and find out what a baby farmer did!
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Jersey Boys
Welcome to the madhouse, as Joe Orton's legendary 1967 comedy opens at the Vaudeville Theatre this spring. Starring Omid Djalili, What the Butler Saw is an insanely funny, full-throttle tour de farce. Hysterical one-liners and outrageous twists collide, as the characters loose the plot, their wits, and their clothes.
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The Tiger Who Came to Tea
This much-loved tale has been adapted for the stage with songs and lyrics by David Wood OBE; the country's leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children. The show is the ideal introduction to theatre for pre and primary school children and their families. Featuring magic and sing-along songs, The Tiger Who Came to Tea is perfect for developing literacy and listening skills, and audience participation is highly encouraged!
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Abigail's Party
This much-loved tale has been adapted for the stage with songs and lyrics by David Wood OBE; the country's leading writer and director of plays and musicals for children. The show is the ideal introduction to theatre for pre and primary school children and their families. Featuring magic and sing-along songs, The Tiger Who Came to Tea is perfect for developing literacy and listening skills, and audience participation is highly encouraged!
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Rock of Ages
Starring Justin Lee Collins and Shayne Ward, Rock of Ages tells the story of Drew, a boy from South Detroit, and Sherrie, a small-town girl, both in LA to chase their dreams of making it big and falling in love. Featuring a hilarious mix of 30 eyebrow-scorching tunes including "Don't Stop Believin'", "We Built This City", "The Final Countdown", "Wanted Dead or Alive", "Here I Go Again", "Can't Fight This Feeling" and "I Want To Know What Love Is", Rock of Ages takes you back to the times of big bands, with big egos, playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair!
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Music
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SW4
South West Four returns to London's scenic Clapham Common this August. This festival has firmly been established as one of the UK's most important and influential electronic music festivals. After being awarded DJ Magazine's coveted 'Best British Festival' at the Best of British Awards, this year's offering will close what will be a truly monumental summer for the capital.
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Lady Gaga
The wait is over! The chart-topping singer, Lady Gaga, has announced details of two UK shows for September. Performing at Twickenham Stadium and with The Darkness supporting, this is going to be a night never to be forgotten!
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Comedy
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Michael McIntyre
His debut DVD, Live and Laughing, was the fastest selling of all time, only to be eclipsed by his second, Hello Wembley, which sold over 1.4 million copies and was the 2009 Christmas number one. He now hosts his own BAFTA nominated BBC 1 series, Michael Mcintyre's Comedy Roadshow, and has won a string of awards. Michael returns to the road with his biggest tour yet!
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John Bishop
On his last tour, John played to over 400,000 fans. He has been regularly broadcasting into the homes of over 6.5m viewers in his own primetime BBC One show - John Bishop's Britain - as well as starring in A League of Their Own (Sky1); but the public clearly haven't seen enough of him yet. Due to overwhelming popular demand, John embarks on a brand new set of dates!
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Stewart Francis
An internationally acclaimed stand-up comedian, accomplished actor and writer, Stewart Francis is one multi-talented performer. As a stand-up, Stewart has performed worldwide including North America, Great Britain, Europe, Asia, South Africa, and the Middle East. Get tickets for his UK tour here!
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Sport
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England Cricket
See England take on fierce rivals South Africa at The Kia Oval in the One Day International on Friday August 31st at 13:00.
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