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BIG CYC at O2 Academy Islington - London
BIG CYC at O2 Academy Islington - London
3 Oct

Polish rock legends Big Cyc with very special guests The Analogs plus D'Ska Assassins and Sticky Fingers, live at O2 Academy Islington, Saturday 3rd October,...

HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH at O2 Academy Islington - London
HUMANITY'S LAST BREATH at O2 Academy Islington - London
8 Oct

Crushing modern metal outfit HUMANITY’S LAST BREATH with very special guests VILDHJARTA, ENTERPRISE EARTH and KARMANJAKAH.Tickets https://tinyurl.com/BAhumanity26£25 adv. // 6:00pm Presented by ba-concerts.comHUMANITY'S LAST BREATHhttps://youtu.be/DhwuyE0yEhYwww.humanityslastbreath.comHumanity’s Last...

L.A Guns at O2 Academy Islington - London
L.A Guns at O2 Academy Islington - London
30 Oct

The undisputed sleaze kings of the Sunset Strip return - L.A. GUNS - LUCKY MF’R TOUR - live at O2 Academy Islington, Friday 30th October...


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Review: GUILIO CESARE, The Grange Festival


by Aliya Al-Hassan - June 08, 2026

A new version of Handel's 1724 opera Giulio Cesare is always an exciting prospect. The love story between Julius Caesar and Cleopatra, with the backdrop of war with Egypt, political ambition and domestic unrest is ripe for reinterpretation. Indeed, Handel and his librettist the librettist Nicola ...

Review: THERE’S A MONSTER IN YOUR SHOW, artsdepot


by Christiana Rose - June 01, 2026

Tom Fletcher’s much loved Who’s in Your Book? series makes a joyful leap from page to stage in There’s a Monster in Your Show, a lively and engaging family musical which celebrates imagination, friendship and the importance of working together....

Review: THE TEMPEST, Starring Kenneth Branagh


by Cindy Marcolina - May 31, 2026

Kenneth Branagh has returned to Stratford-upon-Avon to tread the boards of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre, where we last saw him 33 years ago as the Prince of Denmark directed by Adrian Noble. This time around, Branagh takes on Shakespeare’s swan song under Richard Eyre. He gets to tick Prospero of...

Review: FISH IN A KETTLE, Fabric Studios


by Sarah O'Hara - May 29, 2026

Walking into the Fabric Studios, Liverpool for innovative new theatre production Fish in a Kettle, I was intrigued to discover what was behind the layers of fabric curtains in front of me. Entering to the sound of 90s club hits - from 'Rhythm of the Night' to 'Rhythm is a Dancer' - you are immediate...

Review: RED, Crazy Coqs


by Christiana Rose - May 27, 2026

Red is a dazzling and richly entertaining musical revue which celebrates the flame haired icons who have shaped stage and screen history, whilst simultaneously showcasing the extraordinary talents of its creator and performer, Amber Topaz. Stylish, intelligent and brimming with affection for its sub...

Review: TALES FROM ACORN WOOD, artsdepot


by Christiana Rose - May 27, 2026

Tales From Acorn Wood at artsdepot is a warm, engaging and visually playful introduction to theatre for young audiences, bringing Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much loved stories delightfully to life through puppetry, songs and audience participation....

Review: I'M SORRY, PRIME MINISTER, Richmond Theatre


by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 27, 2026

Former Prime Minister Jim Hacker and former Cabinet Secretary Sir Humphrey are reunited in poignant and nostalgic fashion in Jonathan Lynn's I'm Sorry, Prime Minister, the final chapter for two characters so beloved from the TV series that made them British institutions....

Review: IL TURCO IN ITALIA, Glyndebourne


by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 26, 2026

Il Turco In Italia may not be Rossini's most famous work, but if there is any justice, this wonderful revival of Mariame Clément's 2021 Festival production will bring this opera to much wider attention. An uproarious comedy accompanied by a rousingly galloping score and gorgeous vocals; it is the e...

Review: BRIGHTON FRINGE REVIEW: WHEN I WAKE UP AGAIN, Streaming Now


by Caroline Cronin - May 22, 2026

A difficult watch at times, and not without its flaws, but ultimately a thoughtful and inventive addition to the Brighton Fringe. ...

Review: TOSCA, Glyndebourne


by Aliya Al-Hassan - May 22, 2026

Tosca is Giacomo Puccini's fast-paced thriller of an opera; brimming with tension and political intrigue. For many it is Puccini's best work, yet incredibly it has never been staged at Glyndebourne. Until now. It is a show of firsts all round: the first mainstage production for director Ted Huffman...

Past Shows

GAZPACHO at O2 Academy Islington - London
GAZPACHO at O2 Academy Islington - London
4 Apr

Norwegian prog masters GAZPACHO returning with their new album Magic 8-Ball, plus support TBA.Tickets https://tinyurl.com/BAgazpacho£25 adv. // 7pm Presented by ba-concerts.comGAZPACHOhttps://youtu.be/veN_OVvNm3sgazpachoworld.comAfter a five-year break, Magic 8-Ball...

AXEL RUDI PELL | Ghost Town at O2 Academy Islington - London
AXEL RUDI PELL | Ghost Town at O2 Academy Islington - London
21 Mar

German hard-rock legend AXEL RUDI PELL - GHOST TOWN TOUR 2026 with special guests NEVERLAND.Tickets https://tinyurl.com/BAaxelrudiLON£30 adv. // 7:30pm Presented by ba-concerts.comAXEL RUDI PELLhttps://youtu.be/34ZaILEaUj4axel-rudi-pell.deYou need neither...

CRYSTAL LAKE x MISS MAY at O2 Academy Islington - London
CRYSTAL LAKE x MISS MAY at O2 Academy Islington - London
19 Mar

Japanese and US metalcore titans collide with CRYSTAL LAKE x MISS MAY I plus special guests GREAT AMERICAN GHOST and DIESECT.Tickets https://tinyurl.com/BAcrystallake£25 adv. // 6pm Presented...

GILBY CLARKE at O2 Academy 2 Islington - London On February 18, 2026
GILBY CLARKE at O2 Academy 2 Islington - London On February 18, 2026
18 Feb

Welcoming the return of guitar legend GILBY CLARKE for their ONLY UK SHOW, live at O2 Academy Islington 2, Wednesday 18 February 2026 joined by...

THE LOST CHERREES live at O2 Academy Islington 2 - London
THE LOST CHERREES live at O2 Academy Islington 2 - London
14 Dec

Anarcho-punk Lost Cherrees XMAS EXTRVAGANZA with special guests Molly Vulpyne Band, Slackrr and UNDER THE INFLUENCE, live at O2 Academy Islington 2, Sunday 14 December.Info...

Videos


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Holiday Inn Norwich - North by IHG (7/04-7/04)
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Maldon Town Hall (7/07-7/07)
ALLEGAEON x GOROD at O2 Institute 3 - Birmingham in UK Regional ALLEGAEON x GOROD at O2 Institute 3 - Birmingham
O2 Institute Birmingham (9/11-9/11)
AIRBAG at The Underworld - London in UK Regional AIRBAG at The Underworld - London
The Underworld (10/24-10/24)
THE PARTISANS at The Underworld - London in UK Regional THE PARTISANS at The Underworld - London
The Underworld (8/08-8/08)
The Scarlet Pimpernel - Brixham Theatre - Period adventure drama in UK Regional The Scarlet Pimpernel - Brixham Theatre - Period adventure drama
Brixham Theatre (6/13-6/13)
G4 Christmas 2026 - Lichfield Cathedral in UK Regional G4 Christmas 2026 - Lichfield Cathedral
Lichfield Cathedral (11/20-11/20)
The Zoots performing at Whitney Music Festival in UK Regional The Zoots performing at Whitney Music Festival
Parks Tennis Leys Recreation Ground (6/12-6/12)
Friday Comedy Club London | Covent Garden, July 2026 in UK Regional Friday Comedy Club London | Covent Garden, July 2026
Comedy Carnival Covent Garden (7/17-7/17)