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    • Laurel and Hardy: Rebellious Clowns at Barbican Cinema

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      2 June 2013

      Barbican Cinema EC2Y 8DS [map]

      An anarchic Laurel and Hardy triple-bill with live musical accompaniment by Neil Brand.

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    • LionBoy at the Unicorn Theatre

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      From 9 July 2013 to 21 July 2013

      Unicorn Theatre for Children SE1 2HZ [map]

      Adapted from the novels by Zizou Corder, the award-winning Complicite theatre present the tale of Charlie Ashanti, who can speak to cats.

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    • Old Rope

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      The Phoenix W1G 0PP [map]

      Award winning comedian Phil Nichol brings his weekly show to the upstairs Enchanted Bar at The Phoenix. Leading comedians, circuit regulars and the best newcomers try out new material.

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    • Peacock & Gamble: Don't Even Want To Be On Telly Anyway at Soho Theatre

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      From 30 May 2013 to 1 June 2013

      Soho Theatre & Writers Centre W1D 3NE [map]

      Two-time Chortle Comedy Award nominees.

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    • Sean Hughes: Life Becomes Noises at Arts Theatre

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      From 30 May 2013 to 1 June 2013

      The Arts Theatre WC2H 7JB [map]

      Quick-fire intelligent wit.

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    • Shazia Mirza: Cuckooland at Soho Theatre

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      From 15 May 2013 to 25 May 2013

      Soho Theatre & Writers Centre W1D 3NE [map]

      Insightful social and cultural observations mixed with personal anecdotes.

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    • The Undertones at Koko

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      Punk

      24 May 2013

      Koko NW1 7JE [map]

      Original post-punk band formed in Northern Ireland and best known for their hit Teenage Kicks.

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    • The Weir at Donmar Warehouse

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      From 18 April 2013 to 8 June 2013

      Donmar Warehouse WC2H 9LX [map]

      Conor McPherson's drama features Risteard Cooper, Brian Cox and Dervla Kirwan.

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    • BBC Proms in the Park 2013

      Classical Music

      7 September 2013

      Hyde Park W2 2UH [map]

      Bryan Ferry headlines the annual event, with Blue, Nigel Kennedy and Dame Edna Everage also on the line-up.

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    • Alison Moyet at Southbank Centre

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      15 October 2013

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      The popular vocalist performs blues-pop.

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    • Bonnie Raitt at Royal Albert Hall

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      27 June 2013

      Royal Albert Hall SW7 2AP [map]

      The best-selling artist, respected guitarist, expressive singer and accomplished songwriter.

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    • Brit Floyd: P-U-L-S-E 2013 at Royal Albert Hall

      Tribute Act

      22 October 2013

      Royal Albert Hall SW7 2AP [map]

      A detailed tribute to Pink Floyd.

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    • British Summer Time: Bon Jovi, Kaiser Chiefs, Bush, Rival Sons at Hyde Park

      Rock

      5 July 2013

      Hyde Park W2 2UH [map]

      Glam rock from the legendary four-piece.

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    • British Summer Time: The Rolling Stones, Jake Bugg, Tom Odell, The 1975, Vintage Trouble at Hyde Park

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      13 July 2013

      Hyde Park W2 2UH [map]

      Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood return to the iconic park.

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    • British Summer Time: The Rolling Stones, The Vaccines, The Temper Trap, Gary Clark Jr, King Charles at Hyde Park

      Rock

      6 July 2013

      Hyde Park W2 2UH [map]

      Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood return to the iconic park.

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    • Bryan Ferry at Royal Albert Hall

      Soul

      4 November 2013

      Royal Albert Hall SW7 2AP [map]

      The ex-Roxy Music frontman showcases tracks from his own vast catalogue and Roxy Music classics.

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    • Burt Bacharach at Southbank Centre

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      26 June 2013

      Various venues

      Veteran American pop singer-songwriter.

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    • Contemporary Portraiture in Portcullis House Tours at Houses of Parliament

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      From 12 April 2013 to 19 July 2013

      Houses of Parliament SW1A 0AA [map]

      A visit to Portcullis House, the home of the House of Commons contemporary portrait collection.

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    • Deacon Blue at Royal Albert Hall

      Rock

      16 September 2013

      Royal Albert Hall SW7 2AP [map]

      A rocking live show from Deacon Blue.

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    • Disney's Fantasia: Live in Concert at Royal Albert Hall

      Classical Music

      16 November 2013

      Royal Albert Hall SW7 2AP [map]

      Selections from Walt Disney’s original 1940 Fantasia and Disney’s Fantasia 2000.

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