Culture
Squats, creativity and destruction in 1970s West Kentish Town
Such a concentration of young people living “on the edge” ensured Kentish Town was a hotbed of creativity
Last chance: UK’s first indoor graffiti shutter exhibition
Featuring the works from 25 of London’s most respected graffiti writers, this Camden show illustrates the history of UK graffiti culture
Shutters: don't miss the UK's first indoor graffiti shutter exhibition
This Camden show features the works from 25 of London’s most respected graffiti writers
Curzon Camden: brand-new cinema now open in Hawley Wharf
Enjoy all the latest film releases at the independent-cinema chain’s luxurious canalside outpost in NW1
Minerva Makers Market: Bartholomew Road's artisan shopping weekend
Buy direct or commission pieces from a host of local artists and makers in the heart of Kentish Town
3 to see: The Fields N7, all-new Camden People’s Theatre & Zabludowicz
Tufnell Park’s new green-grocers, NW1’s revamped playhouse and three exhibitions in one on Prince Of Wales Road
Black History Month: 3 local highlights across Camden
We pick a trio of highlights from a season comprising over fifty events across the borough
My Boy Danny: the acclaimed play tackling LGBTQ hate crime
Written and directed by Alfie James, don’t miss this production coming to Kentish Town’s Lion & Unicorn Theatre
Mother Canteen, Gospel Oak: autumn arts festival is here
A season of events kicks off with Pride, Potato Printing Pride Icons, Slam Poetry, Kids Workshops, Clown Shows and more
3 for August: Street Party, Camden Fringe & Gin Day
A trio of outdoor festie, cultural tour de force and boozy fun to be had across NW1, NW5, N7 and beyond
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