POTTERY CLASSES
Monday March 3
Lewisham art house is offering classes to those adults who are interested in learning the process of hand-crafting pottery and spinning clay on the wheel. Beginners are welcome!
BELLY DANCING
Tuesday March 4
For all ladies, no matter what age or size, this is a fun class taught by Maria-Louisa, where she will teach the art of moving. £3 per class. Held at Age Exchange Reminiscence Centre.
AFRICAN DRUMMING FOR ADULTS
Friday February 28 onwards
Horniman Museum and Nzinga Dance will be holding African Drumming Courses for Adults until March 30. The Sunday classes are suitable for complete beginners, and those who have drummed a little in the past.
JOYZINE PHOTO EXHIBITION
Friday February 28 onwards
Online mag Joyzine has been following the indie music scene in south London since 2003, capturing exciting new acts with words and photos. This exhibition will house a selection of images of bands such as The Priscillas and Oyama taken by Joyzine editor Paul Maps. Runs until March 9. Entry is free.
SOUL FRIDAY
Friday February 28
Boisdale at Canary Wharf hosts BBC broadcasting legend, Robert Elms, who is presenting The Motown Live Review. The two-hour show will feature ‘some of the best soul singers and musicians in the world’. Doors open 9.45pm.
MACBETH
Saturday March 1
Poplar HARCA, Tower Hamlets and Spotlight Youth Arts Centre open their all night performance of Macbeth. The performance will run over eight weekends set in a secret east London location.
JIM PERRIN BOOK LAUNCH AND READING
Saturday March 1
Jim Perrin will be launching his collection of short stories: A Snow Goose, and reading from his book of Shipton and Tilman at Pages of Hackney Bookshop.
UNDER 21’S OPEN MIC NIGHT
Saturday March 1
With live DJ performances all night from local talent, Epicentre offers all ages under 21 to an open mic night.
12’S AND TAPES
Tuesday March 4
Screening of ‘Paid in Full’, followed by some classic hip-hop music for everyone to enjoy. There will be free entry all night and drinks are cheap and cheerful.
WHIRLYGIG CINEMA'S SPOTLIGHT: MUSIC VIDEOS
Wednesday March 5
Every month, three emerging filmmakers are given just 30 minutes each to screen and talk about their films, providing a gripping insight into their background, ideas and filmmaking process. At the end of the night they take part in a Q&A session, giving audiences the chance to probe further. This month's spotlight is on music videos. Tickets are £4 advance or £5 at the door.
