Hackney Sunday 1 February 2026

Why Didn’t I Get Married?

The hit stage play Why Didn’t I Get Married? returns to the iconic Hackney Empire by popular demand,…

Tower Hamlets Tuesday 03 February – Saturday 07 February 2026

Debate: Baldwin vs Buckley

In a timely and powerful production, Debate: Baldwin vs Buckley recreates one of the most infamous intellectual clashes…

Southwark Saturday 7 February – Saturday 11 April 2026

Deep Azure

Deep Azure is the UK premiere of Chadwick Boseman’s lyrical stage drama, presented in the intimate, candlelit surroundings…

Hackney Saturday 07 February 2026

When Words Fail: Photomontage Workshop

Hosted by Autograph, a gallery dedicated to championing photography that explores issues of identity and human rights, this…

Westminster Sunday 08 February 2026

Once On This Island In Concert

For one night only, the Olivier Award-winning musical Once On This Island transforms the majestic Theatre Royal Drury…

Greenwich Sunday 15 February 2026

Basketmouth: Lord of the Ribs

Africa’s biggest comedy export, Basketmouth, brings his critically acclaimed Lord of the Ribs tour to London for a…

Lambeth Wednesday 18 February 2026

Imagine Festival: An Afternoon with RAMZEE

As a highlight of the 2026 Imagine Children’s Festival, the Southbank Centre welcomes the award-winning comic creator and…

Camden Friday 20 February 2026 – 7.30pm

The Brodsky Quartet & Sir Willard White Memory Unwrapped

The Brodsky Quartet open their new series at Kings Place with a powerful and wide-ranging programme, joined by…

Islington Friday 20 February 2026

Memory Unwrapped: The Brodsky Quartet & Sir Willard White

In a landmark collaboration for the 2026 season, the world-renowned Brodsky Quartet is joined by the legendary bass-baritone…

Lambeth Friday 20 February 2026

ZooNation: Hip-Hop Half Term

Celebrate the vibrancy of Black dance culture with ZooNation: The Kate Prince Company at the Southbank Centre. As…

Tower Hamlets Saturday 21 February 2026

Whitney – Queen of the Night

Direct from the West End, the critically acclaimed Whitney – Queen of the Night arrives at the historic…

Greenwich Saturday 28 February 2026

The Drifters

The legendary group The Drifters returns to the capital for a spectacular one-night-only performance at indigo at The…

Camden Wednesday 11 March 2026 – 6.30pm to 8.30pm

6 African Leaders Removed by the French: Impact and Legacy

This powerful and eye-opening presentation, delivered by Black History Walks, explores the political, economic and cultural consequences of…

Camden Friday 13 March 2026 – 8.00pm

Daudi Matsiko + False Idah

Nottingham-based British–Ugandan singer-songwriter Daudi Matsiko returns to Kings Place with a new EP, Dead Bird Dream – a…

Lambeth Thursday 26 March – Saturday 16 May 2026

The Authenticator

In a major new commission for 2026, the National Theatre presents The Authenticator, a gripping gothic thriller by…

Camden Saturday 28 March 2026 – 7.30pm

Julian Joseph at 60 Atmospheres in Audio Theatre 60

Julian Joseph, one of the most influential figures in British jazz, celebrates his 60th birthday with Atmospheres in…

Islington Saturday 28 March 2026

Julian Joseph at 60: Atmospheres

Atmospheres marks a significant milestone in the life and career of Julian Joseph, one of the most influential…

Lambeth Tuesday 7 April 2026

State of the Nation: An Evening with Akala

State of the Nation: An Evening with Akala is a compelling talk and cultural conversation featuring Akala —…

Kensington and Chelsea Saturday 18 April 2026 – ongoing through 2026

The Music Is Black: A British Story – Exhibition

The Music Is Black: A British Story is a major cultural exhibition opening at V&A East Museum, offering…

Westminster Saturday 25 April – Saturday 18 July 2026

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

Following its world premiere at the Royal Shakespeare Company, this uplifting new musical adaptation of William Kamkwamba’s best-selling…