Below is this week’s what’s on of the best art, culture, and music events in north west London.
From a California Golden Era group to an Iraqi artists exhibition, this week sees culture and creativity splashed across the area.
Celebrate the start of the new month and the slowly increasing daylight by attending these events across the north west.
Each week we come up with a curated selection of the best events and activities in north west London on Lizzie’s List.
Catch ‘Souls of Mischief’ at their last show at the Jazz Cafe
Location: Jazz Cafe, Camden
Dates: Mon 6 & Sat 11
Tickets: Standing: £27.50-30 Restaurant: £35
One of the most important groups of the hip-hop Golden Era are performing their final shows at Camden’s Jazz Cafe this week. California group Souls of Mischief will perform on Monday 6 and Saturday 11, however Saturday’s show is sold out. Tickets are still available for Monday’s show.
Their debut studio album 93 ‘til Infinity has stood the test of time and is still loved by hip hop fans. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate 30 years of their debut album at this intimate London venue.
Celebrate International Women’s day at the BUSH HALL X SAFE GIGS FOR WOMEN showcase
Location: Bush Hall, Shepherd’s Bush
Date: Sat 11, 3pm
Tickets: £11.20
Celebrate International Women’s Day with an evening of live music and talks with Safe Gigs for Women and Bush Hall. Safe Gigs for Women are a charity who work with venues to fight sexual harassment at live music events. The line up includes GENN, The Pearl Hearts, Nectar Woode, and Vanity Fairy.
Explore the old tunnels of the London underground at Shepherd’s Bush: Suburbs to the city
Location: Shepherd’s Bush Underground Station
Dates: Repeats Daily on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday all day until Sunday 26 March 2023
Tickets: General tickets £44, Concessions: £39
Ever dreamed of exploring London’s old tube tunnels and stations? This event allows people to explore the original tunnels and features of Shepherd’s Bush station. Since the station was opened in 1900, many of its renovations and upgrades have completely changed the face of the station, however this event allows people to explore the old tunnels, lift shafts, and learn about its history.
Watch ‘He Said She Said’ by Magero Otieno-Magero
Location: Kiln Theatre, Kilburn
Dates: 7 March – 11 March
Tickets: Under 25s £5, General tickets £10-15
This new play explores how social media platforms are used to share information and how they are misused, leading to conflict. The play is presented by Synergy Theatre Project who work across theatre and the criminal justice system. This play will be managed and performed by professionals and ex-prisoners. This performance will be showcased through a blend of verse, dialogue, and drill so expect a powerful and relevant show.
Visit Mohammed Sami’s first solo exhibit in the UK
Location: Camden Arts Centre, Camden
Dates: on till 28 May
Tickets: Free
Inspired by his life under Saddam Hussein’s regime in Baghdad, and as a refugee in Sweden, Sami’s art explores these memories through everyday objects. Sami’s first institutional solo show in the UK includes new paintings, and the first dedicated monograph on Sami. Expect to see large-scale works void of humans or living presence. Sami’s work depicts trauma, from the Iraqi war, in a non-traditional or stereotypical way.
Featured image credit: Rob Harris
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