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Bollywood on Steinway

Found this on 1901 Arts Club's radar. Bollywood on Steinway — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Wed 22 Jul1901 Arts Club(4.2mi)

via 1901 Arts ClubLocal gem

Theatre

Cardboard Collective - Acting Through Music – Finding Your Unique Voice (Musical Theatre)

Filed under: Cardboard Collective - Acting Through Music – Finding Your Unique Voice (Musical Theatre) at Cardboard City (London) looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Wed 22 JulCardboard City (London)(4.3mi)

via Cardboard City (London)Local gem

Community

“DISPLACED: Bir Kıbrıslı Türk Hikâyesi” belgeseli 1 Ağustos’ta yayında

Kıbrıs Türk halkının anlatılmamış tarihini konu alan güçlü bir belgesel, 1 Ağustos 2026 tarihinde yayınlanacak; resmî fragman ise bugün yayına girdi.

Wed 22 JulOlay Gazete(4.4mi)

via Olay GazeteLocal gem

TheatreWorkshops & Classes

Words from the Wild-Storytelling and Theatre Workshop with the National Theatre

Hosted by the National Theatre and facilitated by professional playwright Benjamin Salmon, this exciting workshop, inspired by the NT's production of War Horse , explores storytelling, creativity, and performance while helping young people develop their own ideas and imagination. Participants will leave with a toolkit of creative prompts, fresh ideas, and new sources of inspiration to support their own storytelling at home and beyond. A workshop not to be missed! Ages 9 to 12 years

Wed 22 JulDurning Library(4.4mi)

via Durning LibraryLocal gem

Community

Compliance checks: The Human Rights Act and penalties for an incorrect declaration relating to privileged material —...

This factsheet tells you about the Human Rights Act and penalties for an incorrect declaration relating to privileged material.

Wed 22 JulHmrc(4.5mi)

via HmrcLocal gem

Community

Cartref yn y Ddinas

Cartref yn y Ddinas? At London Welsh Centre? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Wed 22 JulLondon Welsh Centre(4.5mi)

via London Welsh CentreLocal gem

Likely freeTalks & Lectures

Spotlight Talk: Leaving London

In this short talk, Roy will dive into the spaces, places, and faces of the Foundling Hospital’s move out of London. This talk takes place on the exact centenary of the day in 1926 when the Hospital underwent a huge upheaval and dozens of children were moved from the heart of London to the countryside.

Wed 22 JulFoundling Museum(4.7mi)

via Foundling MuseumLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Family Workshop: Fabulous Flowers

Join artist Jess Heritage to transform the Museum with a spectacular nature-inspired installation! Bring the space to life by creating giant flowers and adding them to the collaborative display.

Wed 22 JulFoundling Museum(4.7mi)

via Foundling MuseumLocal gem

Community

Chess Club

“Life is a kind of Chess.” – Benjamin Franklin. Franklin believed, chess teaches foresight, patience, and bold strategy.

Wed 22 JulBenjamin Franklin House(4.8mi)

via Benjamin Franklin HouseLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Mental Health First Aid: Two-Day Course

22 Jul 2026

Wed 22 JulMusicians Union(4.9mi)

via Musicians UnionLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Overwatch 5v5

Our Overwatch event is moving to a regular Wednesday slot, with it potentially becoming bi-weekly depending on turnout! Don’t have a full team? No problem, we’ll be matching up players without complete teams to make sure everyone can get in on the action. We’ll be playing the regular 5v5 mode and map selection will be done via voting! - Signups are on the night from 6:30PM, with games beginning at 7PM, you can still join even if arriving later! - You may bring your own controllers/peripherals if you want - We will be using the Steam PC version of the game for ease of login - Games will run until 10PM or so, and PCs remain available afterwards - No entry fee, but you must make a purchase to take part! Winning teams will get a little soju on the house, and depending on sign up numbers we may do a small bracket to see who’s the best in the room! See you there!

Wed 22 JulMeltdown(4.9mi)

via MeltdownCurated

Community

Bruno Mars

Bruno Mars at Orange Walk People's Stadium. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Wed 22 JulOrange Walk People's Stadium(5mi)

via Orange Walk People's StadiumLocal gem

Children & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Around 15£

Creative Art Class For Children

Wed 22 July, 2026 - 3:45 am - 5:15 am Garden Room The Mill 7-11 Coppermill Lane

Wed 22 Jul04:45The Mill(4.9mi)

via The Mill

Likely freeReligion & Spirituality

Shuruq → 5:07 AM

Time of Shuruq Hackney Central Masjid

Wed 22 Jul05:07Hackney Central Mosque(2.7mi)

via Hackney Central MosqueCurated

Sports & Fitness

Reformer Pilates

*** Terms & Conditions: After purchasing the membership you will be required to present your Blue Light Card upon your first visit to Instagym in order to grant and activate access. Failure to present the card will mean entry is prohibited until you are able to do so. Instagym cannot issue refunds for loss of usage that arise due to failure of presenting your card so please ensure you have access to your card upon purchasing this membership option. The validity of your Blue Light card must coincide with the dates of membership purchase.

Wed 22 Jul08:00Instagym(4.4mi)

via Instagym

Theatre

Hot Mess: A New Musical

Vicky Graham Productions, Birmingham Hippodrome and Aria Entertainment with Pascal Ultee Productions, Broadway Asia International, TRW Production and Willette Klausner present the Birmingham Hippodrome Production of HOT MESS: A New Musical. The multi award-winning, 5-star new musical that took the Edinburgh Festival by storm lands in London for a strictly limited summer season. After a billion … Continued

Wed 22 Jul08:30Stagetext(3.5mi)

via StagetextLocal gem

DanceWorkshops & Classes

LGBTQ+ Beginner and Intermediate Ballet Class

LGBTQ+ friendly beginners and intermediate ballet class. A holistic practice that will improve your strength, coordination and flexibility. This weekly ballet class is designed for members of the LGBTQ+ community who want to learn the foundations of ballet or build on existing skills in a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment. Through a holistic approach to movement, the class helps improve strength, coordination, flexibility, and body awareness. Participants are encouraged to explore their physical abilities and creativity through the expressive art of ballet. No formal ballet attire is required. Simply wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely. Ballet shoes are optional. Come along to move, connect, and experience the joy of dancing in community and perhaps discover a little more of your true essence along the way. About the facilitator Ballet in the Park believes ballet belongs to everyone. Their mission is to break down the elitist barriers that have long surrounded this art form and reimagine ballet as a space of freedom, expression, and belonging. Regardless of age, race, body type, background, or experience, every body deserves the chance to move, create, and be seen. Through the healing and transformative power of dance, they bring communities together by creating spaces where people feel safe to discover their inner artistry. Founded in South London in 2020, Ballet in the Park continues to grow as a vibrant and inclusive community where ballet...

Wed 22 Jul09:00London LGBTQ+ Community Centre(3.8mi)

via London LGBTQ+ Community Centre

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Venues with events near Poplar

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Hackney Central Mosque2.7 miles away

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Greater London, England

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