London theatre fans – there’s a new play coming to town. Sushi Girls is a comedy about two Japanese girls who come to London to study English. Back-breaking stuff for their host family which has to bow to their every needs. The play will be running at Theatro Technis London in Camden 25-27 July. Ahead of … Continue reading
Explosive energy and thunderous beats – the YAMATO drummers of Japan are coming back to the UK! The YAMATO drummers are famous worldwide for their powerful taiko drum performances. The traditional taiko drum, used in Shinto rituals, is pushed to the limit as the drummers use their entire bodies to create breathtaking performances. Yamato – Chousensha – The … Continue reading
December means it’s time for theatre and pantomimes, amongst other things! Even if you think you’re past the age of seeing pantomimes or don’t have children to take to see one, that’s not an excuse to not go to the theatre. Sometimes a light-hearted story is just what we need. That’s why I was super excited … Continue reading
Kiki’s Delivery Service, which most people reading this blog will know from the wonderful Studio Ghibli film, is coming to London! From 8 December – 8 January 2017, this wonderful story will be on stage at Southwark Playhouse, and I for one can’t wait to see it. If you haven’t already, you can buy your … Continue reading
NB: Some of my earliest blogs no longer have their accompanying images but enjoy the copy! I went to see Anjin: The Shogun and the English Samurai at Sadler’s Wells in London on Saturday and am only just getting round to posting this because I was barely at home all weekend! Anyway, I’ll keep this short… … Continue reading
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