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Kooza by Cirque du Soleil

ByLife in Luxury December 17, 2012August 27, 2013

Who? Cirque du Soleil

What? Cirque du Soleil have unveiled their new show, Kooza, which tells the story of The Innocent, a melancholy loner in search of his place in the world. The performance returns to the roots of Cirque du Soleil and combines acrobatic performance with the art of clowning. Tickets start from £195 per person with various VIP packages available.

When? 5^th January to 14^th February 2013

Where? Royal Albert Hall, Kensington Gore, London SW7 2AP

How? To book visit bit.ly/viprougelondon, call 0800 1548 0000 or email viprouge@cirquedusoleil.com

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Life in Luxury’s guide to: Dennis Hopper at the Royal Academy

ByN.N.P. June 23, 2014June 23, 2014

Soon to arrive at the Royal Academy is the installation entitled “The Lost Album”, an exhibition of over four hundred original photographs taken by the late Dennis Hopper. This is the first time such a large collection of Hopper’s work has been shown in the UK. All of the photographs were taken between 1961 and 1967 and were personally selected by Hopper for his first major exhibition at the Fort Worth Art Centre, Texas, in 1970. In addition to the photographs will be a selection of vintage prints which were discovered after Hopper’s death in 2010. Hopper first started experimenting with photography using a camera bought for him by his,…

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Summer reading: The People’s Songs by Stuart Maconie

ByLife in Luxury August 4, 2014March 5, 2017

Who? Stuart Maconie What? Nothing brings together a people like music and that’s perhaps the very thing that underpins the success of The People’s Songs by Stuart Maconie. The book looks at 50 songs which have shaped modern Britain and affected our world. It’s not just about the classics however as you’ll be sure to find a few unexpected mentions. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon

Culture | Travel

Jerusalem International Book Fair

ByLife in Luxury January 28, 2013August 2, 2015

Who? Jerusalem International Book Fair What? The Jerusalem International Book Fair will be celebrating its Silver Jubilee this year. The book fair attracts publishers and authors from over 30 countries and will display over 100,000 books written in various languages. During the fair, there will be international seminars and symposia exploring a wide range of subjects, including literary criticism and blogging, selling books in a digital age, translation and others. When? 10th to 15th February Where? International Convention Center, Jerusalem, Israel How? For more information, please visit www.jerusalembookfair.com

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Jazz in Cape Town

ByLife in Luxury March 18, 2013July 5, 2014

Who? Cape Town Jazz Festival What? Cape Town’s Jazz Festival returns to the city again this year, showcasing over 40 world-class acts from 12 countries. This year, there will be an eclectic mix of live-music from traditional jazz, to funk, hip-hop, samba, dub step and electronica. Day passes are R440 (£31) and weekend passes R645 (£46). When? 5th to 6th April Where? Cape Town International Convention Centre, Convention Square, 1 Lower Long Street, Cape Town 8001, South Africa How? For more information, visit www.capetownjazzfest.com Fly via KLM

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Learn about Vikings in Copenhagen

ByLife in Luxury June 3, 2013November 7, 2014

Who? National Museum, Copenhagen What? The National Museum is due to put on a major international exhibition based on the theme of VIKING. The main attraction will be the remains of the world’s longest Viking long ship, which is being exhibited for the first time. The exhibition will touch upon themes such as war and expansion, power and aristocracy, rituals and beliefs as well as cultural contacts and trade. When? 22nd June to 17th November 2013 Where? Nationalmuseet, Prinsens Palæ, Frederiksholms Kanal 12, DK-1220 København K, Denmark How? Visit www.natmus.dk/en for more information Fly via British Airways

Culture | Travel

Watch films in cinematic style

ByLife in Luxury December 10, 2012May 25, 2015

Who? Taj Suites & Residences London What? 51 Buckingham Gate, part of Taj Suites & Residences London, has recently unveiled their Cinema Suite. The two bedroom suite has been designed as a tribute to the history of film and takes inspiration from films across the globe. There’s an 85 inch plasma cinema screen, with 3D state-of-the-art home theatre system, and a fully immersive Steinway Lyngdorf cinema system preloaded with 300 international films, books and music. Rates start from £5,100 per night. When? Available now Where? 51 Buckingham Gate, London SW1E 6AF How? For more details and bookings please call 020 7769 7766 or email reservations@51-buckinghamgate.co.uk

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