Who? Victoria and Albert Museum
What? Victoria and Albert Museum will be hosting “David Bowie is”, the first international retrospective on the career of David Bowie. The exhibition will explore the artist’s creative process, his changing style and includes more than 300 objects, ranging from original costumes to set designs. Ticket prices vary.
When? 23rd March to 28th July
Where? Cromwell Road, London SW7 2RL
How? See website for more information: www.vam.ac.uk
Who? City of Avignon What? The Luminessences d’Avignon is returning to the city once again for its annual installation celebrating the papal heritage of the region. The venue is the largest gothic palace in the Europe and was built in only twenty years under the reign of two Popes. As one of the two Papal seats, the palace was home to seven Popes and two schismatic Popes. For the duration of the installation, the historic Honour Courtyard at The Palace of the Popes will be transformed intothe canvas for a stunning sound and light show. When? 12th August until 11th October 2014 Where? Palaise des Papes, Place du Palais, 84000…
Who? Reykjavik Winter Lights Festival What? With little light in the Reykjavik winter, things can get pretty bleak. And that’s why with the arrival of February and more light, the city is hosting its Winter Lights Festival. The festival is a collection of events around the city, celebrating winter and light, incorporating music, art, sport and culture. When? 7th to 10th February Where? Throughout the city of Reykjavik How? For more information, visit www.vetrarhatid.is Fly via British Airways
Who? Christie’s What? The 15th annual Christie’s Ski Sale is returning to London again this year. The sale remains the only ski dedicated auction in the world. This year it’s all about the golden age of travel with over 160 lots of vintage posters and Louis Vuitton luggage going under the hammer. When? 23rd January at 1pm Where? Christie’s South Kensington, 85 Old Brompton Road, London SW7 3LD How? For more information visit www.christies.com
Who? Selfridges What? In case you haven’t already seen, Selfridges have launched their Work It campaign to celebrate the working life. The campaign includes workshops, beauty treats, work outs and products that are designed to help you work better and perhaps even changing the way that you work. Sounds good to us. When? Now until June Where? Selfridges stores around the country How? For more information and to see the list of events, visit www.selfridges.com
Who? InterContinental London Park Lane What? Gin & Jazz, InterContinental Park Lane’s monthly tribute to classic cocktails and jazz, is celebrating its 1st birthday with a complimentary ‘Mayfair Hop’ cocktail (made with Martin Miller’s gin) for all guests. Benoit Viellefon will be playing with orchestra. Reservations are essential but free. When? 15th November, 7.30pm onwards Where? The Arch Bar, InterContinental London Park Lane, One Hamilton Place, London W1J 7QY www.ginandjazz.com How? For reservations call 020 7409 3131 or reserve online at www.ginandjazz.com.
The 2014 edition of the Bombay Sapphire Imagination Series is back with a new script by Academy Award® Winning Writer Geoffrey Fletcher. The competition saw aspiring film makers reinterprete the script in their own way with the final winning short films unveiled at the Tribeca Film Festival last month. Here, you can watch the short film from our sponsors, Bombay Sapphire, of Graffiti Area by Spanish film maker Maite Fernandez. Graffiti Area is a mesmerising look at the inexplicable and unpredictable nature of our own fears. When two young graffiti artists start painting, the graffiti takes on a monstrous life of its own. Will they escape their own creation, or even…
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