General Listing from March - June 2009
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Please note that this programme for International Women's Month may be subject to alteration and it is advisable to ring and check beforehand.
Now - 14 Mar
THE SOLDIER WITH NO NAME
Theatre: The Soldier With No Name is based on the story of French surrealist couple Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore - two female artists in a male-dominated world - and their resistance campaign against the Nazis in occupied Jersey (Cahun was from a prominent Jewish family). Despite their pioneering work, they remain relatively unknown in the English-speaking world. Told through puppetry, dance, physical theatre and storytelling, the piece explores ideas of identity and the relationship between art and socio-political change. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: Blue Elephant Theatre, 59a Bethwin Rd, Camberwell, London, SE5 0XT, entrance on Thompson Ave (tube: Oval (Northern Line). 8pm. Adm: £8, conc £6. Free to under 26s. Info: 0207 701 0100.
Now - 15 Mar
DEFENDING THE CAVEMAN
The return of the Broadway and West End legend on the battle of the sexes, starring much-loved actor, comedian and TV personality Mark Little. Venue: LEICESTER SQUARE THEATRE, 6 Leicester Place, London WC2H 7BX (Travel-tube: Leicester Square). 7.30pm, mat 3pm, Sunday 5pm. Adm: £25-£35. Info: 0844 847 2475
Mar - 5 Sept 2009
Between the Covers - Women's Magazines and their Readers
Indulge yourself with this captivating, colourful and fun exhibition that tells you everything you need to know about women's magazines, charting the evolution of women's magazines from the 1600s to the present day. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle Street, London E1 7NT. 9.30am-5.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 320 2222
Tues 3 Mar
MANIFESTO FOR FEMALE SOCIAL INNOVATORS
Manifesto to recognise achievements, connections and potential of Female Social Innovators in solving social and economic issues they are currently facing. If they don't stop and take stock of the opportunities that are there and the talent available, they may fall by the wayside leaving women still feeling trapped and blaming the glass-ceiling for their woes. Venue: THE HUB, Kings Cross, 34b York Way, London, N1 9AB. 6.30pm- 9pm. Adm: £7.50 - £10. Info: http://oguntemanifesto.eventbrite.com/
Tues 3 - 11 Mar
TINA TURNER
MUSIC: Tina Turner performs at the world-class entertainment destination London's O2. A survivor of domestic violence, Tina is the epitome of a strong woman and many believe she is a true icon. Venue: THE O2, London SE10 0DX. 6.30 - 9.30pm. Info: www.theo2.co.uk
Tues 3, 4, 5, 6, Mar
GO FASTER: PRICK YOUR FINGER
Workshops aimed at local women's groups, schools, youth groups and colleges and are the first stage in an on-going project which aims to bring women together through the medium of textiles to produce alternative sports wear, banners, flags and souvenirs inspired by the local community for the 2012 Olympics. Each session will include a lecture, discussion and workshop addressing the use of branding. Participants will create their own slogans, logos and fashions, for teams, groups or individuals or bring a long a piece of their own 'sportswear' to be customised. Finished work will be showcased in the gallery window of the Prick Your Finger shop at 260 Globe Road. E2 0JD. Venue: TOWER HAMLETS IDEA STORES, London. 10am - 2pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 981 2560 / rachael@castoff.info
Wed 4 Mar
POETRY OPEN MIC
If you fancy yourself as the next big thing on the poetry scene, take the mic at this all-female open mic night. The night is hosted by Dzifa Benson and featurs guest artists Bleue Granada and Kathryn O'Reilly. Produced by Apples & Snakes Venue: VIBE BAR, Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Lane, London E1 6QL. 7.30pm. Adm £3. Info: 0208 465 6154/ www.applesandsnakes.org.
Wed 4 Mar
OLYMPIC STORIES
Bishwo Shahitto Kendro (the World Literature Centre) and Tower Hamlets Community Housing bring various community groups together collecting stories from local women about their sporting experiences either as participants or spectators. Professional storytellers will tell stories to groups from different ethnic backgrounds on women and sport and encourage individual women to tell and share their stories on this subject. The stories will be recorded and translated into several languages eg. Somali, French, Polish, Bengali and English. The best stories will be part of a special presentation celebrating International Women's Day. Venue: TOWER HAMLETS COMMUNITY HOUSING, 285 Commercial Rd, London E1 2PS. 2pm-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 07951 767998 / kendrouk@yahoo.co.uk
Wed 4 Mar
NOT A FEMINISTS ART SHOW!
A group of sixteen artists will be exhibiting a diverse collection of work that focuses on the "fairer gender" without using the "female" word. A wide range of media from painting, sculpture, video and photography will ensure an exciting and eclectic mixture of work. This exhibition aims to offer a platform for discussion for a variety of questions such as: How are contemporary artists portraying women in a post-feminist society? Venue: THE ELECTRICIANS SHOP, Trinity Buoy Wharf, 64 Orchard Place, London E14 0JY. 7.30pm-10.30pm.
Wed 4 Mar
BEHIND THE HIJAB
An evening of inspirational readings from Monsoon Press's new anthology 'Behind the Hijab' with performances and artistic work from Silsila Productions, followed by refreshments and networking. Key speakers include Bonnie Greer, Baroness Pola Uddin, Penny Wrout and Councillor Rania Khan. Venue: OXFORD HOUSE, 2 Derbyshire Street, Bethnal Green, London E2 6HG. 6pm-9pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 739 9001
Wed 4 Mar
ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL
The 11th Annual Tongues on Fire Film Festival celebrates the best of Independent Asian Cinema and would like to invite you to exclusive screenings of Deepa Mehta's 'Heaven on Earth', Mehreen Jabbar's 'Ramchand Pakistani' and Manish Acharya's'Loins of Punjab'. Venue: WATERMANS, 40 High Street, Brentford TW8 0DS. 10am - 5pm. Info: info@tonguesonfire.com
Wed 4 Mar
WOMEN IN PUBLIC LIFE AWARDS 2009
The Dods & Scottish Widows Women in Public Life Awards celebrate women leaders in society and seek to recognise and promote the work of women in politics, business, the civil service and community leadership. The Awards which are now in their third year, aim to highlight the achievements of outstanding women role models amongst us. Venue: THE COMMONWEALTH CLUB, Strand, London WC2. 8pm-10pm.. Info: 0207 091 7578 / info@womeninpubliclifeawards.co.uk
Wed 4 - 11 Mar
TWINNING WITH PALESTINE GROUP
A speaking tour to extend understanding of the Palestinian issue and promote twinning. Venue: NATIONWIDE UK, London. Info: http://www.twinningwithpalestine.net
Wed 4 - 8 & 10 - 29 Mar
WHERE'S MY DESI SOULMATE?
It used to be so simple: boy meets girl over a plate of samosas in Auntie Bilma's living room. Now there are all kinds of routes to finding 'The One'. From dating websites to speed dating, the path to true love never has been so complicated. Written by Sonia Likhari and Harvey Virdi. Venues: THE DRUM, Birmingham, Info: 0121 333 2444; (10 -29 Mar) Theatre Royal Stratford East, Gerry Raffles Square, London E15 1BN Travel: Stratford (Central line, Jubilee line, Overground, DLR & mainline). 7.30pm, mats 3pm. Info: 0208 534 0310.
Thurs 5 Mar
ANNIVERSARY - AN ACT OF MEMORY
A national art project marking the 60th anniversary year of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Artist Monica Ross is striving to embody the Declaration by attempting to memorise it and reiterating it with this unique multi-linguistic performance. She will be joined by women from across London who will recite articles from the Declaration and perform with her. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle Street, London E1 7NT. 7pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 320 2222
Thurs 5 Mar
DO WOMEN NEED A LEG UP IN POLITICS?
One World Action is marking International Women's Day with a provocative debate on women and politics. This debate is on positive action to get women elected. Chaired by Anna Ford with speakers: award-winning comic Isma Almas, Jennette Arnold, chair of the London Assembly, Vera Baird MP, solicitor general, Natalie Bennett, editor of Guardian Weekly, Nicholas Parsons OBE and Emily Thornberry MP. Venue: KINGS PLACE, 90 York Way, London. 1.30pm - 4pm. Info: mbirchall@oneworldaction.org .
Thurs 5 Mar
WOMEN AT THE TOP
A IWM evening where women from all backgrounds can gather, shop, network, and share experience. Full of flavour, vitality, music and much more, this event is set for you to listen, to speak and to network with an array of individuals from different industries. Featuring guest speakers Jessica Huie, founder Colour Blind Cards; Penny McDonald, Errollyn Wallen MBE, Karin Woodley, and TV's X-Factor star judge SINITTA. These women join together from the arts, business and the sports world, and will discuss, share, inspire and engage you with stories and anecdotes about their life and their journey. Venue: RICH MIX, east London. 6.30pm. Adm: £12, conc £10. Info: 0207 613 7498 / www.richmix.org.uk
Thurs 5 Mar
IWD EVENT
Celebrating International Women's Day. Venue: ELIZABETH GARRETT ANDERSON LANGUAGE COLLEGE, Donegal Street, London N1 9QG. 9am-4pm. Info: 0207 837 0739.
Thurs 5 Mar
OLYMPIC STORIES
Bishwo Shahitto Kendro (the World Literature Centre) and Tower Hamlets Community Housing bring various community groups together collecting stories from local women about their sporting experiences either as participants or spectators. Professional storytellers will tell stories to groups from different ethnic backgrounds on women and sport and encourage individual women to tell and share their stories on this subject. The stories will be recorded and translated into several languages eg. Somali, French, Polish, Bengali and English. The best stories will be part of a special presentation celebrating International Women's Day. Venue: THE IDEA STORE WHITECHAPEL, 321 Whitechapel Road, E1 1BU. 2pm-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 07951 767998 / kendrouk@yahoo.co.uk
Thurs 5 Mar
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S WEEK
Women Welcoming the Olympics: an event in partnership with Toynbee Hall, Spitalfields City Farm and Bishwo Shahitto Kendro. The themes include Hospitality & Welcoming - an Indian wedding with women coming together to make welcoming Rangoli patterns, Indian dancing and food, and Sharing Traditions - a story telling session about sports from different parts of the world and a culture kitchen with cookery demonstrations. Venue: £, 18 Club Row, London E2 7EY. 11am - 2.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 729 5172.
Thurs 5 Mar
WOMEN REPORTING FROM THE FRONTLINE
An evening of discussion with award-winning female foreign correspondents, with excerpts from award winning reports and a Q&A session. Speakers include Marie Colvin and Christine Toomey of the Sunday Times, and Ramita Navai of Unreported World. Venue: THE HUMAN RIGHTS ACTION CENTRE, 17-25 New Inn Yard, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3EA. 7pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 033 1544/ www.amnesty.org.uk/events
Thurs 5 Mar
WOMEN AT THE TOP
An eclectic line-up of diverse top UK women from the arts, business and sports worlds will join together to discuss, share and inspire you with stories about their lives and their achievements. The evening will throw up challenging and thought provoking questions for the panel and audience alike. Venue: RICH MIX, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, Shoreditch, London E1 6LA. 7.30pm. Adm: £5. Info: 0207 613 7498
Thurs 5 Mar
OLYMPIC TORCH
Stitches in Time and Limehouse Project: Banner making workshops to create an 'Olympic Torch' with local women's groups who will create the flames with textile silk painting, fabric drawing, sewing sequins, beads and embroidery. Plus egg and spoon races for gold, silver and bronze awards. Refreshments provided by Star Anis throughout the day. The textile workshops will be working on sections that will gradually build up into the whole 'Olympic Torch' which will be displayed at projects leading up to the 2012 Olympics. Venue: DORA HALL, Dora Street, London E14. 11am - 4pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 987 6164.
Thurs 5 - 7 Mar
BISHWO SHAHITTO KENDRO
Bishwo Shahitto Kendro are collaborating with Tower Hamlets Community Housing to bring you storytelling from a range of community groups. Professional storytellers will tell stories and invite individuals to share their stories. Venue: IDEA STORE, Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BU. 2-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 1742/ kendrouk@yahoo.co.uk
Thurs 5 - 10 Mar
WOMEN IN PALESTINE - U.K. TOUR
The Britain Palestine Twinning Network is organising an exciting speaking tour, encouraging groups to engage with ordinary Palestinians and share their daily experiences. The first of its kind, the tour will bring women from all across the Palestinian West Bank and from all walks of life to dozens of PLACES ACROSS THE UK. 8am - 10pm each day. Info: 0845 458 1167 / www.twinningwithpalestine.net
Thurs 5 -13 Mar
BIRDS EYE VIEW FILM FESTIVAL
A celebration of women filmmakers. Get ready for 9 days jam-packed with over 70 events, with breathtaking films from all corners of the globe including two-time Oscar® nominee Frozen River, UK premiere of Cannes Critics Week winner, Sundance's best-loved docs, and the hottest Screen Seductresses of all time.Venue: VARIOUS LOCATIONS throughout London. Info: /www.birds-eye-view.co.uk
Fri 6 Mar
WISEWORDS COMEDY NIGHT
Join Liz Bentley, Yara El-Sherbini, Cynthia Hamilton, Ria Lina and Danielle Ward, a remarkable line-up of talented female comics and poets celebrating comedy writing with a twist! Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, Old Castle Street, E1 7NT. 7.30pm. Adm: £10/£8 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Fri 6 Mar
FIT FOR 2012
A whole range of health-related activities for all the family, including healthy lifestyle stalls with food to try, a short film about the history of women's involvement in the Olympics and exercise demos including Yoga, Aerobics, Gymnastics and Kickboxing. Venue: LINC CENTRE, 70 Fern Street, Bow, London E3 3PR. 11am - 3pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 538 5748/ 0207 538 2553.
Fri 6 Mar
ISLAND WOMEN AND THE OLYMPICS
An opportunity for free coaching in a variety of sports in association with Tower Hamlets Sports Development and Healthy Lifestyles, plus employment and training information and guidance to enable women to learn more about 2012 Olympics opportunities for jobs and volunteering. Venue: ST. MATTHIAS COMMUNITY CENTRE, Poplar High Street, London E14 0AE. 11am - 3pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 987 0257
Fri 6 Mar
SHARING CULTURAL WELCOMES
Bhajan Hunjan, a successful Asian woman artist, hosts this printmaking workshop for women, so bring your overalls and your creative talent! Young children are welcome but must be supervised by their parent or carer. Please book in advance. Venue: THE NUNNERY GALLERY, Bow Arts Lane, off Bow Road, London E3 2SJ. 9.30am-12noon. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 709 5294 / 0207 538 1719
Fri 6 Mar
CELEBRATION OF IWD
Camden Women's Forum to gather women in business together to discuss the challenges faced by women in business is an event designed to inspire, motivate and provide fantastic networking opportunities with likeminded local business women. Hosted by Rada, the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. Venue: RADA, 62-64 Gower Street, London WC1E 6ED (use side entrance on Malet Street). 4pm-8pm. Info: www.camden.gov.uk
Fri 6 Mar
9TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, BEYOND IDEAS: MAKING GLOBAL IMPACT
This conference profiles influential women leaders and provides key takeaways on how participants may make a greater impact in their respective countries and business environments. Venue: THE LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, London NW1 4SA. 9am- 5pm. Info: www.wiblondon.org
Fri 6 Mar
OLYMPIC STORIES
Bishwo Shahitto Kendro (the World Literature Centre) and Tower Hamlets Community Housing bring various community groups together collecting stories from local women about their sporting experiences either as participants or spectators. Professional storytellers will tell stories to groups from different ethnic backgrounds on women and sport and encourage individual women to tell and share their stories on this subject. The stories will be recorded and translated into several languages eg. Somali, French, Polish, Bengali and English. The best stories will be part of a special presentation celebrating International Women's Day. Venue: THE TOWER HAMLETS COMMUNITY HOUSING, 285 Commercial Road, London E1 2PS. 2pm-5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 07951 767998 / kendrouk@yahoo.co.uk
Fri 6 Mar
CHAMPAGNE BREAKFAST
The City of London Corporation host a champagne breakfast bringing together 350 women and men from across the City, this prestigious event will offer excellent opportunities for meeting and exchanging ideas and experiences. Chaired Miss Ruby Wax. Miss Wax. Speakers include Susan S. Kilsby, Managing Director in the Investment Banking division of Credit Suisse. Venue: THE GREAT HALL, Guildhall, London EC2. 8am-10.45am. Info: 0207 601 2402.
Sat 6 Mar - 18 Apr
CREWEL STORIES
Exhibition by Aya Haidar. Using recycled materials, fabric, paper, fibre and making these discarded materials useful again, Aya Haidar weaves narratives and adds layers of meaning to the new objects she makes from what is wasted. Growing up Aya recalls knitting with her grandmother as she recounted stories of her life in Lebanon. 198 Contemporary Arts and Learning, Venue: 198, GALLERY, Railton Road, London SE24 OJT (travel-train: Herne Hill). Mon - Fri. 11am-5 pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 978 8309.
Sat 7 Mar
OLYMPIC STORIES
Bishwo Shahitto Kendro and other professional storytellers will tell stories to groups from different ethnic backgrounds on women and sport and encourage individual women to tell and share their stories on this subject. The stories will be recorded and translated into several languages eg. Somali, French, Polish, Bengali and English forming a special presentation celebrating International Women's Day. Venue: THE IDEA STORE Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BU. 3pm-5pm.
Sat 7 Mar
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY!
Explore. Dream. Discover... From the moment you wake-up, it is all hands on deck, right? This afternoon we will offer you a series of 20 minute sessions.
On the day, you can do any 3 sessions from 12 different options: Venue: WALLACE SPACE, Dukes Road WC1H 9PN (2 minutes walk from St Pancras, Kings Cross and Euston). 2.05pm - 4pm. Adm: Free, but pre-register. Info: info@innerspace.org.uk
Sat 7 Mar
LEADING LADIES
A day of activities with an Olympic theme focused on empowering women. There will be an Olympic gallery, information stalls with advice from local services and activities including a martial arts display, Bhangrarobics with the Bollywood Grooves dancers. Appearances from sports personalities and guest speaker Janette Hynes MBE, former professional ladies footballer and founder of the PMA league. Venue: ECOLOGY PAVILION, Mile End Park, 125 Grove Road, London E3 5RP. 11am - 5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 07535 516010/ 0207 739 7720
Sat 7 Mar
MILLION WOMEN RISE MARCH
Million Women Rise: A diverse group of individual women and women representatives from the Voluntary and Community Sector who are united by our outrage at the continued daily, hourly, minute-by-minute individual and institutionalised male violence enacted against women worldwide. Together we will end male violence against women In sisterhood and solidarity. Venue: PORTMAN SQUARE, London W1H (tubes: Bond St, Marble Arch and Baker St). 2noon-6pm. Info: 07727 419634.
Sat 7 Mar
WOMEN OF MILLION WOMEN RISE MARCH AND RALLY
A march and rally to end violence against women - women only event. Venue: CENTRAL LONDON, UK.12nnon-5pm. Info: info@millionwomenrise..com
Sat 7 Mar
WOMEN'S ART MORNING
Join local artist Wendy Charlton and design some Tudor-inspired tiles. Places are limited.. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 10.30am - 12.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 020 8808 8772/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Sat 7 Mar
ISLAND WOMEN AND THE OLYMPICS
Neighbours in Poplar and Island Neighbourhood Project:
An opportunity for free coaching in a variety of sports in association with Tower Hamlets Sports Development and Healthy Lifestyles, plus employment and training information and guidance to enable women to learn more about 2012 Olympics opportunities for jobs and volunteering. Venue: ST. MATTHIAS COMMUNITY CENTRE, Poplar High Street, London E14 0AE.. 11am - 3pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 987 0257
Sat 7 Mar
HIROSHIMA MON AMOUR (MY LOVE)
FILM: Resnais's award-winning film explores the effect of Hiroshima's past on a French actress filming in the city. Her forging of a fragile relationship with a Japanese architect set against a backdrop of the human capacity for inhumanity illuminates the complex, tender connection possible between two people.. (Alain Resnais, 1959) B&W, cert PG, 90 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 020 7747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 7 Mar
SHARING CULTURAL WELCOMES
Bhajan Hunjan, a successful Asian woman artist, hosts this printmaking workshop for women, so bring your overalls and your creative talent! Young children are welcome but must be supervised by their parent or carer. Please book in advance. Venue: THE NUNNERY GALLERY, Bow Arts Lane, off Bow Road, London E3 2SJ. 9.30am-12noon. Adm: Free. Info: 0208 709 5294 / 0207 538 1719
Sat 7 Mar
TEAR DROPS BLOSSOM
The story of a curious woman and the saddest man in the world. (Michael Aubtin Madadi, 2008) 5 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 020 7747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 7 Mar
MELANIE McGRATH - BOOK LAUNCH
Hopping is the brilliant sequel from the best selling author of 'Silvertown'. Melanie McGrath brings us back to the era between the 1920s and 1950s. Thoughtful, moving and beautifully rendered the story centers around Aunt Daisy, an endearing and enduring Eastender whose annual summer break in the country helped to shield her from life's difficult realities. Venue: EASTSIDE BOOKS, 166 Brick Lane, London, E1 6RU. 4.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 247 0216.
Sat 7 Mar
JOSIE LONG
Comedy from Gary Delaney and Tim Vine. Charlie Baker compere. Venue: LEICESTER SQUARE THEATRE, 6 Leicester Place, London WC2H 7BX (travel-tube: Leicester Square). 10pm (9.45pm doors). Adm: £12.50. Info: 0844 847 2475.
Sat 7 Mar
FILM - VERY YOUNG GIRLS
An arresting documentary directed by David Schisgall based around some of the heartbreaking stories that lie behind the commercial sexual exploitation of children in America today. Venue: RICH MIX, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, Shoreditch, London E1 6LA. 7pm. Adm: £7/£5.50concs. Info: 0207 613 7498
Sun 8 Mar
CELEBRITY FUNNY WOMEN
A host of well-loved female celebrities face the challenge of performing live stand-up alongside professional comedians, presented by Funny Women in support of ActionAid. Venue: THE LONDON STUDIOS, Upper Ground, London SE1 9LT. 7pm-10.45pm. Info:
Sun 8 Mar
LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL WOMEN IN BUSINESS CLUB
Their 9th Annual Conference Beyond Ideas: Making Global Impact, will address what impact women are making in local and global marketplaces and how they are making it. Profiling influential women leaders the conference will host three panels of three women each: - Global Economy: A Woman's Perspective - Charting Your Course: Career Navigation - Energising Entrepreneurship: Women's Ingenuity. Venue: LONDON BUSINESS SCHOOL, Regents Park, London, NW1 4SA. 8.30pm-4.30pm.
Sun 8 Mar
WOMEN OF WORTH
Join Blue Badge Guide Rachel Kolsky on a Jewish Museum walking tour of the East End to mark International Women's Day. The tour will profile Jewish and non-Jewish women alike who made an impact on the Jewish community. Venue: LONDON (Full details of meeting place provided on booking) 10.30am. Adm £10. Info: 0208 371 7373, admin@jewishmuseum.org.uk / www.jewishmuseum.org.uk
Sun 8 Mar
ROLE PLAY: WOMEN AND MUSIC
An informal discussion and celebration of music being created and performed by women today, featuring vocal performances by Frances M Lynch. Venue: THE RED HEDGEHOG, 255-257 Archway Road, London N6 5BS. 3pm-6pm. Info: 0208 348 5050.
Sat 8 Mar
VULVAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH
Dedicated to educating and informing women about women's health issues the Vulval Health Awareness Campaign stages this regular yearly awareness event. Venue: LONDON. 12noon-12midnite. Info: 07765 947599.
Sun 8 Mar
ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP
This workshop gives women a chance to find out about the Alexander Technique, a practical method of self-help which you can learn to use for your health and well-being. Venue: HILARY KING MSTAT, Stoke Newington, London, N16. 10am - 12.30pm. Adm: £25. Info: 020 7254 9206/ www.hilaryking.net
Sun 8 Mar
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
This event for Young Women aged13-19 years is based on Olympic themes and includes a living exhibition with Arts, Sports, Stalls and Refreshments including a juice bar. This is followed by a Talent Showcase and awards ceremony.
Venue: BRADY ARTS CENTRE, 192-196 Hanbury Street, London E1 5HR. 2pm - 6pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 7911/ 0207 364 7906
Sun 8 Mar
MASQUES OF SHAHRAZAD, EVOLUTION AND REVOLUTION OF THREE GENERATIONS OF IRANIAN WOMEN ARTISTS
An exhibition featuring work by 28 Iranian women artists to celebrate established artists and to uncover the new names that will bear the standard for women's art in Iran for decades to come. Venue: THE MALL GALLERIES, The Mall, London, SW1Y 5BD. 10am-5pm.
Sun 8 Mar
CELEBRATION OF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY BREAKFAST
Celebrating women in business this is a great vehicle for like minded women to network, increase business contacts and generate new business. Speakers on the day will be MP Ann Keen and Helen Pointer, the Female Business Speaker of the Year 2008. Venue: HOUSE OF COMMONS, London, SW1A 0AA. 8.30am - 11am. Info: www.westlondon.com/events
Sun 8 & 29 Mar
KAPOW! BOOM! BAM!
Leaping from painting to cartoons, learn new ways to tell a story and design your own comic strip with artists Mary Evans. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN.. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Mon 9 Mar
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
Join young professionals around London for the 4th annual International Women's Day Benefit with Jo Kent & Friends. A talk will be led by a keynote speaker, to be followed with a reception. Venue: LONDON TBC. 6 - 9pm. Info: www.lse.ac.uk
Mon 9 Mar
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY EVENT
A national event organised by SEEDA in partnership with the Department for Business and Women's Enterprise Task Force, this event will highlight the importance of supporting and sustaining women's enterprise as a key driver of the economy, at both a national and international level. Speakers and guests will include senior representatives from the UK Government, the US and the EU, along with women business owners, policy makers and the media. Venue: UK. 11am - 2pm. Info: www.womensenterprisetaskforce.co.uk
Mon 9 Mar
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY EVENING RECEPTION: WOMEN WORKERS RIGHTS
The Trade Union Congress campaigns for a fair deal at work and for social justice in the United Kingdom and abroad. This years' IWD Reception celebrates progress made and what further work needs to be done.. Invited speakers include Kwasi Adu Amankwah, General Secretary of ITUC Africa. Venue: CONGRESS CENTRE, 28 Great Russell Street, London, WC1B 3LS.. 6 - 8.30pm. Info: www.tuc..org.uk
Tues 10 Mar
'THE END' - FILM SCREENING & TALK
Model-turned film makers, twin sisters Nicola & Teena Collins talk of the inspiration for their first film 'The End' - a challenging and gritty tale about their father who was involved in the complex underworld of real life cockney 'gangsters' - and their personal journey of its making. Venue: RICH MIX, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, Shoreditch, London E1 6LA. Screening 8pm, tlk 9.30pm - 10pm. Adm: £10/£7 concs. Info: 0207 613 7498.
Wed 11 Mar
LECTURE - HECKLERS TO POWER?
This three-part lecture by Ratna Kapur examines the specific challenges that have faced feminist activism in South Asia, and how it might forge a new political direction in a moment when the revolution lies in tatters. Venue: HONG KONG THEATRE, London School of Economics, London, WC2A 2AE. 6.30 - 8.00pm. Info: www.lse.ac.uk
Wed 11 Mar
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION LAUNCH RECEPTION
The UK Resource Centre for Women in Science, Engineering and Technology hosts this reception to celebrate the outstanding achievements of women
in industry, research, academia and public service. Venue: WELLCOME COLLECTION, Euston Road, London. 6 - 8pm. Info: 01274 436485
/ www.ukrc4setwomen.org.
Mar 11 - 22 Mar
WOMEN IN PHOTOGRAPHY - SOUTH OF THE RIVER
An exhibition celebrating the work of diverse women photographers in South London to mark the return of The International Women's month show at the Lewisham Arthouse. Poetry and short story readings with tea and cakes with Anne-Marie Glasheen, Joan Byrne and Pia Randall-Goddard on 15 Mar, 3pm - 4.30pm. All welcome, disabled access. Venue: THE LEWISHAM ARTHOUSE Gallery, 140 Lewisham Way, New Cross, London SE14 6PD. Info: 0208 244 3168.
Thurs 12 Mar
COMEDY STARTS
Ever thought of writing comedy sketches? If so, this workshop with Jack Milner will help you get started. Learn basic formulas for gag-writing as well as tips and ways forward for your writing. Venue: SOUTHFIELDS LIBRARY, 300 Wimbledon Park Road, London SW19 6NL. 7-9pm. Adm: £4, conc £2. Info: 0207 735 3111.
Thurs 12 Mar
TOMORROW'S WOMEN, TOMORROW'S WORLD
UKRC Annual Conference: The UK Resource Centre for Women in SET works to significantly improve the participation and position of women in science, engineering and technology occupations. This inspiring conference will explore gender equality within these fields in order to identify and share strategies and solutions for today. Venue: HOTEL ANDAZ, Liverpool Street, London. 9.30 - 5pm. Info: Info: 01274 436485/ www.ukrc4setwomen.org.
Thurs 12 Mar
EXILED WRITERS INK
Crossing Borders: Arab and Jewish Women Poets. An evening featuring four female poets; Palestinian poet Lina Abou Baker, Lynette Craig, daughter of Holocaust survivors Jennifer Langer and Jordanian poet Fathieh Saudi with her collection 'The Prophets' and other work. Venue: IDEA STORE, Whitechapel, 321 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1BU. 6.30pm-8.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 1742/ kendrouk@yahoo.co.uk
Fri 13 - 15 Mar
THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW
From head to toe- from the venue to the menu... The National Wedding Show offers excited newly-weds-to-be everything they need to help them plan their dream wedding. All in one place, all in one day you will find: wedding gowns, occasion wear, menswear, accessories, favours, cakes, photography, flowers, gift lists, honeymoon destinations, stationary, beauty, entertainment, venues and much more. Venue: NEC, Birmingham.
Fri 13 - 15 Mar
ROKEYA'S DREAM
'Rokeya's Dream' is a play set in Bengal that reverses the roles of men and women. Men are kept in 'purdah' and waste time in warfare whilst women govern the country creating green cities using solar energy. Though written 100 years ago, the theme is contemporary and timeless, highlighting issues very pertinent in today's world.. Venue: BRADY ARTS CENTRE, 192-196 Hanbury Street, London E1 5HU. 7.30pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 364 7900
Sat 14 Mar
WOMEN AND THE ARCHIVE
Artists are invited to present their rarely shown collections of photographs, videos and audio recordings around women of artistic, social and political importance. The afternoon includes a panel discussion, presentations, screenings and performances by The Otolith Group, Cinenova, The Remembering Olive Collection and Marysia Lewandowska. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle Street, London E1 7NT. 1pm-6pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 320 2222
Sat 14 Mar
PEEPING TOM
Described by one critic on its release in 1960 as 'wholly evil', this film has since gained a cult reputation through the support of ardent fans such as Martin Scorsese. This psychologically complex thriller explores the voyeuristic cruelty of its serial killer anti-hero, cameraman Mark Lewis (Carl Boehm). In setting the story within the film industry and cinema itself, Powell creates a very real sense of horror. (Michael Powell, 1960) colour, cert 15, 97 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 14 Mar
MILK TEETH
FILM: A young boy follows his sister when she sneaks out one night. (Tibor Banoczki, 2007) 11 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 14 Mar
HARINGEY WOMEN'S FORUM - A DAY FOR WOMEN
This free day out in celebration of women will include entertainment, speakers, an Unsung Women's Awards, and much more. Venue: CONEL (College of North East London), Tottenham High Road , London, N15 6PP. 11am - 5pm. Adm: Free. Info: 020 8489 2585/ www.haringeywomen.org..uk
Sun 15 Mar
FEELINGS
THE JEAN ADEBAMBO MEMORIAL AND BENEFIT CONCERT
Hosted by Angie Le Mar. Performances from Janet Kay, Carroll Thompson, Paulette Tajah, Sandra Cross, Peter Hunnigale, Matumbi, Victor Romero Evans, Donna Rhoden, Wayne Marshall, Sylvia Tella, Lorna Gayle, Vivian Jones, Winston Reedy, Paul Dawkins (of group Tradition), YolanDa Brown, Rick Clarke, Glenda Jackson, Winsome, Donna Spence, Eddie Nestor, Judith Jacob and Robbie Gee. Venue: HACKNEY EMPIRE, 291 Mare Street, London E8 1EJ. 7pm - 11pm. Adm: £15, £17.50 - £20.
Tues 17 Mar - 4 Apr
THE DUCHESS OF MALFI
Theatre: London 1939, on the eve of war. The Duchess, a widow, finds love in the arms of her servant Antonio: their dangerous love affair is played out against the darkness of a world that forbids them to be together. John Webster's gripping and powerful Jacobean tragedy is re-imagined in 1940s England in a production using movement, visual art and an original score. This dark and passionate play follows the Duchess's tragic spiral of reputation, love and ultimately death. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: BLUE ELEPHANT THEATRE, 59a Bethwin Rd, Camberwell, London, SE5 0XT, entrance on Thompson Ave (tube: Oval (Northern Line). 8pm. Adm: £10-£12, conc £9. FREE tickets for those under 26. Info: 0207 701 0100.
Wed 18 Mar
CREATE YOUR FUTURE: CONFERENCE FOR WOMEN IN BUSINESS
Women Unlimited host this event for insightful women who want to take charge of their lives, their businesses and create their future. Four fantastic successful women entrepreneurs share their accomplishments, successes and tools. Venue: BUSINESS DESIGN CENTRE, 52 Upper Street, London N1 0PQ.13:00 - 19:30. Adm: £65. Info: www.women-unlimited.co..uk
Thurs 19 Mar
THE STORY OF MARIE LLOYD
Marie Lloyd lives again in this popular celebrated Olivier Award nominated show, which features all her famous songs: 'Don't Dilly Dally on the Way', 'Oh! Mr. Porter', 'A Little of What you Fancy does you Good', and 'The Boy I Love is Up in the Gallery', performed by Elizabeth Mansfield with Stephen Rose at the piano. Venue: RICH MIX, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, Shoreditch, London E1 6LA. 7.30pm. Adm: ££12/£10 concs. Info: 0207 613 7498
Sat 21 Mar
CHARLOTTE ET SON JULES
FILM: Jules enlightens Charlotte about her faults and his tribulations. (Jean-Luc Godard, 1960) 13 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 21 Mar
L'AMOUR EN FUITE
FILM: Love on the Run is the fifth and final instalment of a story Truffaut began telling in 400 Blows (1959); flashbacks to the earlier films recap on the frantic quest for love of Antoine Doinel (played in all the films by Jean-Pierre Léaud). Now in his thirties, Doinel is amicably concluding his marriage, while pursuing a new relationship and renewing his acquaintance with a previous love. (François Truffaut, 1979) colour, cert PG, 95 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 21 Mar
NINA CONTI
The best late-night comedy in Leicester Square. With Milton Jones and Andrew Maxwell. Compere Phil Kay. Venue: LEICESTER SQUARE THEATRE, 6 Leicester Place, London WC2H 7BX (travel-tube: Leicester Square). 10pm (9.45pm doors). Adm: £12.50. Info: 0844 847 2475.
Sun 22 Mar
IN CELEBRATION OF MY SISTERS
Hosted by Brenda Emmanus with a star studded line-up paying homage to International Women's Month and Mothers day. Featuring, Inspirational Speaker, Dance, Poetry, Theatre, and musical finale. Featuring Caroll Thompson, Yolanda Brown, Felicity Ethnic, onna Spence, Glenda Jaxson, Jackee Holder, Fola, Adelaide MacKenzie, The Carol Straker Dance Company and Chyna. With male tributes by Eddie Nestor and Junior Giscombe. On the night, every Mother will receive a free Mother's Day gift. Venue: HACKNEY EMPIRE Theatre, 291 Mare Street, London E8 1EJ. 7pm. Adm: £15 - £20. Info: 0208 985 2424.
Sun 22 Mar
MOTHER'S DAY
Join us with family and friends for a special guided tour, looking at images of motherhood from the Renaissance to Impressionism (1pm). Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Adm: Free - no booking required.. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 22 Mar
SILENT IMAGES
Awaken your Inner Voice. Questions of 'Who Am I?' and 'Where do I want to be?' are explored, answered and placed within the context of larger truths. Nubian Well-Being Well-Woman workshops promote resilience and teach you how to enrich your life through self-knowledge and the modelling of excellence. Venue: BARRIO LATINO, Brockley Road, London, SE4 3pm - 6pm. Adm: £25 (Food avail; Free desert) adv booking. Info: 01732 546 231.
Thurs 26 Mar
HOW TO APPROACH AN AGENT
MBA literary agent Laura Longrigg explains the dos and don'ts of approaching an agent for the first time, and outlines what an agent can do for you - and what they can't. Venue: EASTSIDE BOOKS, 166 Brick Lane, London, E1 6RU. 7pm. Adm: £10. Info: 0207 247 0216.
Thurs 26 - 27 Mar
THE MAIDS
Theatre: Written by French author Jean Genet in 1947, this play is based on the Papin sisters, Lea and Christine, envious maids to the wealthy, self centered and imperious Madame, who brutally murdered their employer and her daughter in Le Mans, in France, in 1933. A stylized, expressionist performance set in ancient Indian times and the early 1990s produced by Phizzical Productions. Venue: RICH MIX, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, Shoreditch, London E1 6LA. 7.30pm. Adm: £12, conc £10. Info: 0207 613 7498.
Thurs 26 - 29 Mar
THE VITALITY SHOW
As the UK's largest health, beauty and wellbeing show of its kind, The Vitality Show has it all!
With over 350 health, beauty, fitness, healthy eating and wellbeing companies to choose from, you'll be sure to find the inspiration you're looking for. And that's just for starters - there's a host of amazing interactive attractions that are guaranteed to inspire you too. Venue: EARLS COURT 2, London. Various times: 10am - 6pm. Info: www.thevitalityshow.co.uk
Fri 27 - 28 Mar
images of black women film festival
FILM: Images of Black Women has an exciting line up of films, documentaries and workshops for this year's festival. Enjoy themed film evenings, our celebrity panels for Q&As after each film, our children's workshops, and our animated films there is something for everyone at this year's festival. Venue: the tricycle theatre, 269 Kilburn High Rd, London nw6 7jr.
Sat 28 Mar
IL PORTIERE DI NOTTE
Set in 1957 in an elegant Viennese hotel, the meeting place for a secret organisation of Nazis, The Night Porter is a tale of sadistic love and the consequences of a murky past.
(Liliana Cavani, 1974) colour, cert 18, 118 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 28 Mar
BLOWING THE COVER
A day of talks exploring a variety of topics in the history of women's magazines.
British Vogue's response to World War II. Dr Laurel Forster explores the relationship between women's magazines and feminism, looking at how women's dreams and debates featured in the 1920s and 1930s, arguing that magazines made an important contribution to new ways of understanding sex and female desire. How to be a feminist: Women's Magazines of 1970s Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle Street, London E1 7NT. 10am-1.30pm. Adm: £20/£15 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222
Sat 28 Mar
THE SECRET JOY OF FALLING ANGELS
FILM: An ambiguous confrontation between a woman and a winged figure. (Simon Pummell, 1991) 11 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sun 29 Mar
MAHOGANY BRIDAL FASHION SHOW
The 12th annual and only African Caribbean bridal fashion show has great bargains and the opportunity to meet the wedding dress and menswear designers, plus live entertainment. Venue: THE HOLIDAY INN, Bloomsbury, London.. 12noon onwards. Adm:£10 (two for the price of one for advanced tickets only) or £10 per person at the door (children under 16 are free). Info: 0845 388 7249.
APRIL
Thurs 2 Apr
NAWAL EL SAADAWI: WALKING THROUGH FIRE
Hear Nawal El Saadawi, Egypt's most famous feminist on this rare visit to the UK, coinciding with the re-release of some of her classic books: Searching, A Daughter of Isis and The Circling Song. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 7pm. Adm: £6, concs £4. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Sat 4 Apr
LES YEUX SANS VISAGE
FILM: The haunting central image of Eyes Without a Face is the mask of smooth, white plastic worn by the young woman whose face has been destroyed in a car accident. Her father an eminent Parisian surgeon; is engaged in an obsessive attempt to reconstruct her face - but his desires, we soon discover, go beyond the impulse to heal. (Georges Franju, 1960) B&W, cert 18, 90 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 02 7747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Fri 17 Apr
CHANGE: BE PART OF IT
A seminar by Sister Jayanti of Innerspace, who will be speaking about understanding what comes next in this economic downturn - form a spiritual stance. Venue: THE SAVOY, IET, 2 Savoy Place, London, WC2R 0BL 6.30pm - 8pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 836 6688 / www.innerspace.org.uk
Sat 11 Apr
CET OBSCUR OBJET DU DÉSIR
Buñuel's playful and erotic last film, That Obscure Object of Desire, consummates his exploration of the darker side of desire. (Luis Buñuel, 1977) colour, cert 15, 99 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 11 Apr
THE WIFE OF BATH'S TALE
Billie Whitelaw voices the Wife of Bath in the tale that asks, 'What do women want?' (Joanna Quinn, 1998) 5 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Thurs 16 - 18 Apr
BLUE CASE
Dance: Showcasing the work of three female choreographers: Angela Blumberg: Ink - Prince -Kampantoman; Anita van de Watering: Essence;
Vanessa Abreu: I. Standing Woman Dressed in Black II. Seated Female Wearing Dark Dress III. Kneeling Woman in Underwear, Front View. A haunting, intuitive and insightful solo, expressive of inner states, reminiscences and drawing from diverse influences of film and sound. Venue: BLUE ELEPHANT THEATRE, 59a Bethwin Rd, Camberwell, London, SE5 0XT, entrance on Thompson Ave (tube: Oval (Northern Line). 8pm. Adm: £8, conc £7. FREE tickets for those under 26. Info: 0207 701 0100.
Sat 18 Apr
LA BELLE ET LA BÊTE
FILLM: An alternative take on Beauty and the Beast, this fairytale for adults compels the kind of belief that children's imaginations experience instinctively. (Jean Cocteau, 1946) B&W, cert U, 90 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 18 Apr
JO JO IN THE STARS
FILM The heart-wrenching story of two unlikely lovers. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Thurs 30 Apr
SEX, SHOPPING AND SISTERHOOD: POLITICS IN WOMEN'S MAGAZINES
Join past and present editors to discuss how women's magazines have addressed politics, and debate whether politics and pleasure really can mix. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 7pm. Adm: £8/£6 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
MAY
Thurs 7 May
EVELYN SHARP: REBEL WOMEN
Angela V John talks about her latest biography, the life of Evelyn Sharp (1869-1955), journalist, suffragette, and unstoppable rebel. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 7pm. Adm: £6/£4 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Sat 9 May
BRINGING WRITING TO LIFE
Have you thought of writing about your own life experiences or drawing on people from history? Turn experience and research into creative life-writing on this one-day intensive writing workshop. Find out how to use objects, photographs and the Library's archives, or bring your own objects to inspire
and shape your writing. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 11am - 4pm. Adm: £20/£15 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Sat 18 Apr
LA BELLE ET LA BÊTE
FILLM: An alternative take on Beauty and the Beast, this fairytale for adults compels the kind of belief that children's imaginations experience instinctively. (Jean Cocteau, 1946) B&W, cert U, 90 mins. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Sat 18 Apr
JO JO IN THE STARS
FILM The heart-wrenching story of two unlikely lovers. Venue: THE NATIONAL GALLERY, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN. Info: 0207 747 2885/ www.nationalgallery.org.uk/what/film
Wed 13 May
BLACK IN FASHION: HAVE WE TURNED THE PAGE?
September 2008's Italian Vogue featured only black models and went on to be one of its best-selling issues, challenging the myth that black models can't sell mainstream magazines. Our panel asks how well do mainstream women's magazines reflect the diversity of the population? Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 7pm. Adm: £8/£6 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
JUNE
Sat 13 Jun
WOMEN AND THE ANTI-APARTHEID MOVEMENT
Join a panel of speakers, writers, activists and academics to look at women's involvement in the political activities in London and South Africa, especially those that were engaged in the struggle for freedom during the Anti-Apartheid Movement. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 10.30-1pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Thurs 18 Jun
BODY IMAGE; THE IMPACT OF MAGAZINES
Magazines continue to attract criticism from feminists and health campaigners for the images of women they portray. Join a panel of experts to discuss the role that magazines play in how women feel about their bodies. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 7pm.. Adm: £8/£6 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Thurs 25 Jun
LONDON METROPOLITAN WRITERS
An evening of readings from London-based writers who not only teach extensively but successfully publish their own creative work. Hear fiction from Sunny Singh and Carolyn Hart and poetry from Peter Wilson, Briar Wood and Sarah Law. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 7pm. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
JULY
Sat 4 Jul
WESTMINSTER'S WOMEN OF AMERICA
Celebrate American Independence Day on a tour focusing on American women from all walks of life who have left their mark on London. Follow in the footsteps of Nancy Astor, the first woman to take her seat in the House of Commons, and Jennie Jerome, mother of Winston Churchill. Advance booking essential. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 10.30am. Adm: £8 concs. Info: 0207 320 2222/ moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Sat 11 Jul
POSTURES AND POSES: DRAWING FOR FASHION
A chance for children and young people to experiment and discover their own drawing talents. Come and create your own fashion pages using fashion drawing techniques, cut outs and collage. Venue: THE WOMEN'S LIBRARY, London Metropolitan University, Old Castle St, London E1 7NT. 11am-3pm. Adm: Free. Info: 0207 320 2222 / moreinfo@thewomenslibrary.ac.uk
Please note that this programme for International Women's Month may be subject to alteration and it is advisable to ring and check beforehand.
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