Kate Simko & The London Electronic Orchestra plus guests

Royal Albert Hall Presents  Kate Simko & London Electronic Orchestra with special guests:

Katy B

Francesca Lombardo

Holly Walker (of Maribou State)

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Art by Lauren Baker

Visual by L'Aubaine

Film by Alicia MacDonald

Boots: Wednesday Night Showing

Boots is a new play exploring infertility and sexual abuse trauma by Jessica Butcher and Sacha Volt.

The Play That Goes Wrong: Thursday Night Showing

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920's murder mystery but as the title suggests, everything can go wrong ... and does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Audience donations from each performance during the week will be donated to UN Women NC UK.

Playing Cards with my Grandmother (Thursday)

British artist Alice Instone has created an uplifting and intriguing new project called Playing Cards with my Grandmother to celebrate HeForShe London Arts Week. 
 

Alice is inviting passers by and visitors into her magical Art Caravan at prestigious and prominent London locations, from Tate Modern Bankside to Canary Wharf. Visitors will be welcomed into a jewel-like enchanted world to participate in a game of cards, as a way of bringing together strangers: men, women, young, old and of all backgrounds - and reminding ourselves that what we share is more powerful than what divides us. The caravan offers an intimate and enticing space that should tempt in people who might not go to galleries. They can escape the fray of their busy day for a few minutes and record their Grandmothers’ names in The Grandmothers Book if they wish.

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

Summer 1958. Minneapolis City Bank has been entrusted with a priceless diamond. An escaped convict is dead set on pocketing the gem with the help of his screwball sidekick, trickster girlfriend… and the maintenance man. With mistaken identities, love triangles and hidden agendas, even the most reputable can’t be trusted. In a town where everyone’s a crook, who will end up bagging the jewel?

Signature Event: Preview Screening of Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story + Live panel

Preview screening of Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story Exclusive panel with Executive Producer Susan Sarandon, Director Alexandra Dean.

Tate Modern and Britain to illumiate in support of HeForShe London Arts Week

The Tate Modern will be illuminated in bright magenta to mark International Women's Day for the first time. The two iconic London landmarks will light up in support of HeForShe Arts Week – the global festival for gender equality.

From the galleries' riverside locations in Blackfriars and Pimlico, the light displays will be visible across large areas of both the North and South Bank of the Thames from dusk until late into the night. The lighting of Tate Modern is facilitated by West One UK Ltd supported by SLX.

The illuminations form part of a season of celebrations across Tate's galleries marking Women's History Month and the centenary of the Representation of the People Act which gave some women in Britain the right to vote.

Boots: Thursday Night Showing

Boots is a new play exploring infertility and sexual abuse trauma by Jessica Butcher and Sacha Volt.

Women In Business Conference - Working Together: From Awareness to Results

This year’s theme, Working Together: From Awareness to Results, will explore concrete, practical solutions that men and women can undertake together to realise the changes so clearly needed in our workplaces and beyond. On the day, you will have the chance to hear from some of today’s most inspiring male and female business leaders, learn tangible skills and techniques through skills-based workshops, and connect with other professionals during dedicated networking sessions.

24-hour marathon live radio broadcast by FUBAR Radio

Sports Journalist and FUBAR Radio presenter, Rachael Downie, will host the 24-hour live radio show, starting at 5pm on Friday 9th March.  This will be a fundraising event with all the proceeds going to the UN WOMEN NC UK to change the reality for women and girls globally.

Starting at 5:00pm on Friday the 9th March and continuing until 5:00 on Saturday the 10th March. 

Tune in at fubarradio.com, or download the app on iPhone and android

Queens of the Conquest, talk from author Alison Weir

Alison Weir will give a talk on her most recent book ‘Queens of Conquest’ at the Wallace Collection, the talk will be followed by a drinks reception and book signing.

Playing Cards with my Grandmother (Friday)

British artist Alice Instone has created an uplifting and intriguing new project called Playing Cards with my Grandmother to celebrate HeForShe London Arts Week. 
 

Alice is inviting passers by and visitors into her magical Art Caravan at prestigious and prominent London locations, from Tate Modern Bankside to Canary Wharf. Visitors will be welcomed into a jewel-like enchanted world to participate in a game of cards, as a way of bringing together strangers: men, women, young, old and of all backgrounds - and reminding ourselves that what we share is more powerful than what divides us. The caravan offers an intimate and enticing space that should tempt in people who might not go to galleries. They can escape the fray of their busy day for a few minutes and record their Grandmothers’ names in The Grandmothers Book if they wish.

99 Club Comedy Night

Comedy Night hosted by 99 Club at the Strand Palace Hotel
 

At the 99 Club we are proud partners of HeForShe, the UNWomen’s solidarity movement for gender equality. We are taking part in HeForShe Arts Week London, in support of the advancement of gender equality through the power of the arts by hosting a fantastic comedy show on March 9th featuring Jen Brister, Darren Harriott & Jo Caulfield. £1 from each ticket sale will be donated to HeForShe in support of the HeForShe global initiative. Join us for an evening of top-class comedy, to show how art has the power to change the world!

The Play That Goes Wrong: Friday Night Showing

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920's murder mystery but as the title suggests, everything can go wrong ... and does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Audience donations from each performance during the week will be donated to UN Women NC UK.

Boots: Friday Night Showing

Boots is a new play exploring infertility and sexual abuse trauma by Jessica Butcher and Sacha Volt.

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

Summer 1958. Minneapolis City Bank has been entrusted with a priceless diamond. An escaped convict is dead set on pocketing the gem with the help of his screwball sidekick, trickster girlfriend… and the maintenance man. With mistaken identities, love triangles and hidden agendas, even the most reputable can’t be trusted. In a town where everyone’s a crook, who will end up bagging the jewel?

"What Actually Helps?" Panel Discussion and Afterparty

'What Actually Helps’ - a discussion on gender equality

How can we inspire a change of culture that can help bring attitudes towards women and gender equality into the 21st century? Join us as we discuss how men, women, businesses, organisations and those who find themselves in positions of power can help enable change by highlighting how we break damaging behavioural habits and take steps to alter negative attitudes towards women.

Chaired by Laura Haynes, Chair of UN Women NC UK, panelists include:

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Robert Webb,  Comedian, Actor and Writer
Chi Onwurah Labour MP for Newcastle Central

David Brockway from The Great Men Initiative

Sophie Walker - Leader of The Women’s Equality Party

Hollaback!

More to be confirmed

Signature Event: HeForShe and ThisIsWIRED Presents...

Nadia Rose headlines a legendary night of live music, DJs and dancing in aid of UN Women's HeForShe campaign, with Jamz Supernova, Etta Bond, Emmavie and more. Expect a wild night full of love, laughter and seriously good music. Plus talks, open mic spoken word and poetry from the members of the online #BOSSY community.

Foreign Body; A play for the #METOO Movement

Foreign Body is the beautifully crafted debut solo show by Imogen Butler-Cole about hope, healing and forgiveness after sexual assault. Uniquely told from the perspective of the survivor and perpetrator of the same assault and including the testimonies of 8 other survivors, Foreign Body is a brave, liberating and life-affirming story. It uses a charged combination of verbatim, physical theatre and a stunning original soundtrack.

The play aims to de-stigmatise dialogue around sexual violence and offers opportunities for audience members to explore the play’s themes through post-show panel discussions alongside sector specialists.

Foreign Body premiered at Southbank Centre WOW Festival in March 2017 and then toured the UK and to Dhaka, Bangladesh. The show had a sell-out run at Soho Theatre in August 2017.

 **** The Stage

 ****1/2 Breaking the Fourth Wall

“a surprisingly uplifting and courageous piece of theatre” Reviews Hub

The panel will discuss The Global Impact of the #MeToo Movement chaired by Imogen Butler-Cole, with Laura Haynes, Chair of UN Women NC UK and  Rachael Krishna of BuzzFeed. 

Playing Cards with my Grandmother (Saturday)

British artist Alice Instone has created an uplifting and intriguing new project called Playing Cards with my Grandmother to celebrate HeForShe London Arts Week. 
 

Alice is inviting passers by and visitors into her magical Art Caravan at prestigious and prominent London locations, from Tate Modern Bankside to Canary Wharf. Visitors will be welcomed into a jewel-like enchanted world to participate in a game of cards, as a way of bringing together strangers: men, women, young, old and of all backgrounds - and reminding ourselves that what we share is more powerful than what divides us. The caravan offers an intimate and enticing space that should tempt in people who might not go to galleries. They can escape the fray of their busy day for a few minutes and record their Grandmothers’ names in The Grandmothers Book if they wish.

Foreign Body Matinee; A play for the #METOO Movement

Foreign Body is the beautifully crafted debut solo show by Imogen Butler-Cole about hope, healing and forgiveness after sexual assault. Uniquely told from the perspective of the survivor and perpetrator of the same assault and including the testimonies of 8 other survivors, Foreign Body is a brave, liberating and life-affirming story. It uses a charged combination of verbatim, physical theatre and a stunning original soundtrack.

The play aims to de-stigmatise dialogue around sexual violence and offers opportunities for audience members to explore the play’s themes through post show panel discussions alongside sector specialists.

Foreign Body premiered at Southbank Centre WOW Festival in March 2017 and then toured the UK and to Dhaka, Bangladesh. The show had a sell-out run at Soho Theatre in August 2017.

 **** The Stage

 ****1/2 Breaking the Fourth Wall

“a surprisingly uplifting and courageous piece of theatre” Reviews Hub

 

Signature Event: A Night Of Small Things

Small Things Theatre presents a very special Night Of Small Things in aid of UN Women’s HeForShe campaign. Full of fun, frivolity and fearless talent, showcasing some of the best poets, playwrights, performers, musicians and comedians, A Night Of Small Things is London’s finest variety night. And this time it’s using the arts to put a spotlight on gender equality and female empowerment. Come join us for a series of stand-ups, intimate musical sets, pint-sized sections of poetry and short gems of theatrical brilliance all providing their unique insight into how we shift culture, raise awareness and create real change for girls and women all over the world. Proceeds from the night will go to UN Women’s countless projects worldwide.

The Wonder Of Wellness with Happy & Wild

Guided meditation, empowering workshops using Emotional Freedom Technique, yoga, panel talks, a gong bath & much more…

Gallery Talk From Queen to Commoner: Women in Ancient Egypt

Independent speaker Carol Andrews.

Boots: Saturday Night Showing

Boots is a new play exploring infertility and sexual abuse trauma by Jessica Butcher and Sacha Volt.

The Play That Goes Wrong: Saturday Night Showing

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920's murder mystery but as the title suggests, everything can go wrong ... and does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Audience donations from each performance during the week will be donated to UN Women NC UK.

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

Summer 1958. Minneapolis City Bank has been entrusted with a priceless diamond. An escaped convict is dead set on pocketing the gem with the help of his screwball sidekick, trickster girlfriend… and the maintenance man. With mistaken identities, love triangles and hidden agendas, even the most reputable can’t be trusted. In a town where everyone’s a crook, who will end up bagging the jewel?

Needs x HeForShe

An all day event addressing gender equality within the music industry featuring engaging panel discussions from the likes of model & activist Munroe Bergdorf, BBC Radio 1 presenter B Traits, artists Fay Milton of Savages and BRITs Critics Choice nominee Chloe Howl.

As well as networking drinks and an evening musical showcase with Peggy Gou, Jackmaster and more performing. Needs x HeForShe will feature influential and innovative men and women from across the music world with the hope of creating real change for both genders across the industry. 

Myths retold The Crick Crack Club presents 1001 Nights

A captivating one-woman show by performance storyteller Chirine El Ansari. Enter a flickering cave of wonder for a wild exploration of epic and myth. A king betrayed by his wife, decides to wreak his revenge on womankind by bedding, then slaughtering, one virgin every night... but then he meets Sheharazade. Sheharazade, the storyteller who saved her own life together with the lives of her children by telling stories for a thousand and one nights, is one of the great cultural creations of the Arab world. Stories nestle within stories, with demons, errant spouses, thieves, fools and comedians all jostling for attention.

Playing Cards with my Grandmother Sunday)

British artist Alice Instone has created an uplifting and intriguing new project called Playing Cards with my Grandmother to celebrate HeForShe London Arts Week. 
 

Alice is inviting passers by and visitors into her magical Art Caravan at prestigious and prominent London locations, from Tate Modern Bankside to Canary Wharf. Visitors will be welcomed into a jewel-like enchanted world to participate in a game of cards, as a way of bringing together strangers: men, women, young, old and of all backgrounds - and reminding ourselves that what we share is more powerful than what divides us. The caravan offers an intimate and enticing space that should tempt in people who might not go to galleries. They can escape the fray of their busy day for a few minutes and record their Grandmothers’ names in The Grandmothers Book if they wish.

Boots: Sunday Night Showing

Boots is a new play exploring infertility and sexual abuse trauma by Jessica Butcher and Sacha Volt.

The Play That Goes Wrong: Sunday Night Showing

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920's murder mystery but as the title suggests, everything can go wrong ... and does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Audience donations from each performance during the week will be donated to UN Women NC UK.

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

Summer 1958. Minneapolis City Bank has been entrusted with a priceless diamond. An escaped convict is dead set on pocketing the gem with the help of his screwball sidekick, trickster girlfriend… and the maintenance man. With mistaken identities, love triangles and hidden agendas, even the most reputable can’t be trusted. In a town where everyone’s a crook, who will end up bagging the jewel?

Playing Cards with my Grandmother (Monday)

British artist Alice Instone has created an uplifting and intriguing new project called Playing Cards with my Grandmother to celebrate HeForShe London Arts Week. 
 

Alice is inviting passers by and visitors into her magical Art Caravan at prestigious and prominent London locations, from Tate Modern Bankside to Canary Wharf. Visitors will be welcomed into a jewel-like enchanted world to participate in a game of cards, as a way of bringing together strangers: men, women, young, old and of all backgrounds - and reminding ourselves that what we share is more powerful than what divides us. The caravan offers an intimate and enticing space that should tempt in people who might not go to galleries. They can escape the fray of their busy day for a few minutes and record their Grandmothers’ names in The Grandmothers Book if they wish.

Signature Event: Funny Women Awards Final

Hosted by Jan Ravens and in their 15th year, the Funny Women Awards, in search for the next female comedy icon have reached a record number of applicants. Previous winners and finalists have included Katherine Ryan, Zoe Lyons, Jayde Adams, Desiree Burch, Harriet Braine, Sara Pascoe, Sarah Millican and Susan Calman.

Mischief Movie Night

Mischief Theatre, the award-winning company behind The Play That Goes Wrong return to their comedy roots with Mischief Movie Night, the improvised movie live on stage! You suggest a genre, location and title and Mischief Theatre’s improvisers bring the show to life, complete with rewinds, fast forwards, directors cuts and a thrilling live score.

Images of Intercession: The Virgin and Child

Lloyd de Beer at the  British Museum.

In conversation with the cast of Mary Stuart - Juliet Stevenson and Lia Williams

Join actresses Juliet Stevenson and Lia Williams for a live, up-close and personal Q&A session Chaired by Laura Haynes, Chair of UN Women NC UK in advance of the performance of Mary Stuart.
 
The discussion will focus on Juliet and Lia’s experience and thoughts around changing the narrative for gender equality, with a focus on Mary Stuart and the characters within, as well as in their own lives.

Mary Stuart is a political tragedy that takes us behind the scenes of some of British history’s most crucial days. Playing both Elizabeth I and Mary Stuart, Juliet Stevenson (Hamlet) and Lia Williams (Oresteia, Kiri) trade the play’s central roles, decided at each performance by the toss of a coin.

Much Ado About Nothing Performance and Panel Discussion

In support of the Playing Shakespeare with Deutsche Bank education initiative, Shakespeare’s Globe and Deutsche Bank are proud to be hosting a panel discussion as part of HeForShe Arts Week London. The panel session will focus on how art can help evolve behaviours, norms and perceptions that shape our cultural view of gender and the issues facing society today.

Playing Cards with my Grandmother (Tuesday)

British artist Alice Instone has created an uplifting and intriguing new project called Playing Cards with my Grandmother to celebrate HeForShe London Arts Week. 
 

Alice is inviting passers by and visitors into her magical Art Caravan at prestigious and prominent London locations, from Tate Modern Bankside to Canary Wharf. Visitors will be welcomed into a jewel-like enchanted world to participate in a game of cards, as a way of bringing together strangers: men, women, young, old and of all backgrounds - and reminding ourselves that what we share is more powerful than what divides us. The caravan offers an intimate and enticing space that should tempt in people who might not go to galleries. They can escape the fray of their busy day for a few minutes and record their Grandmothers’ names in The Grandmothers Book if they wish.

The Play That Goes Wrong: Tuesday Night Showing

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920's murder mystery but as the title suggests, everything can go wrong ... and does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Audience donations from each performance during the week will be donated to UN Women NC UK.

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

Summer 1958. Minneapolis City Bank has been entrusted with a priceless diamond. An escaped convict is dead set on pocketing the gem with the help of his screwball sidekick, trickster girlfriend… and the maintenance man. With mistaken identities, love triangles and hidden agendas, even the most reputable can’t be trusted. In a town where everyone’s a crook, who will end up bagging the jewel?

Creating Heroines; Do women still need role models?

What is the importance of heroines and role models for women working in the Arts? What is the role of the Arts in helping to imagine the future, to empower women and girls to create a more equal world? The British Council will be providing a panel discussion and networking event featuring speakers from across the Arts.

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To attend, RSVP by sending an email to rsvp.events@britishcouncil.org with ‘Creating Heroines’ in the subject line? 

LIVEwire poetry curated for UN Women by Salena Godden

By popular demand we’ve added more tickets and moved across the street to the bigger venue!

An evening of LIVEwired poetry curated for UN Women by Salena Godden to raise awareness for UN Women NC UK. This diverse and colourful line-up includes phenomenal poetry and lively spoken word from Joelle Taylor, Inua Ellams, Dzifa Benson, Matt Abbott, Michelle Fisher, Selina Nwulu, Connor Byrne, Lisa Luxx, Sabrina Mahfouz and Salena Godden.

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Jazz Showcase with Stacee and Friends

Jazz After Dark is famous for hosting new and world-renowned music artists such as the late Amy Winehouse. Accompanied by a band, Stacee Smith will sing a selection of smooth jazz classics and soulful grooves that will put your mind at ease. Come and hear her delightfully dulcet voice! 

Playing Cards with my Grandmother (Wednesday)

British artist Alice Instone has created an uplifting and intriguing new project called Playing Cards with my Grandmother to celebrate HeForShe London Arts Week. 
 

Alice is inviting passers by and visitors into her magical Art Caravan at prestigious and prominent London locations, from Tate Modern Bankside to Canary Wharf. Visitors will be welcomed into a jewel-like enchanted world to participate in a game of cards, as a way of bringing together strangers: men, women, young, old and of all backgrounds - and reminding ourselves that what we share is more powerful than what divides us. The caravan offers an intimate and enticing space that should tempt in people who might not go to galleries. They can escape the fray of their busy day for a few minutes and record their Grandmothers’ names in The Grandmothers Book if they wish.

Special opportunity: Dress Rehearsal of La traviata

Special opportunity to purchase tickets to the Dress Rehearsal of La traviata. In his debut production as ENO Artistic Director, Daniel Kramer directs a production which contrasts spectacular party scenes with tender, intimate moments. Verdi’s masterpiece features one of the most iconic, romantic and tragic scores of all time. Singing Violetta is outstanding young soprano Claudia Boyle. She is joined by rising tenor Lukhanyo Moyake as Alfredo, in his UK debut. Conductor Leo McFall makes his ENO debut in a production that showcases the award-winning ENO Chorus and Orchestra.

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To purchase tickets, please call the Box Office (020 7845 9300) and quote the code HeForShe

The Comedy About A Bank Robbery

Summer 1958. Minneapolis City Bank has been entrusted with a priceless diamond. An escaped convict is dead set on pocketing the gem with the help of his screwball sidekick, trickster girlfriend… and the maintenance man. With mistaken identities, love triangles and hidden agendas, even the most reputable can’t be trusted. In a town where everyone’s a crook, who will end up bagging the jewel?

The Play That Goes Wrong: Wednesday Night Showing

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920's murder mystery but as the title suggests, everything can go wrong ... and does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Audience donations from each performance during the week will be donated to UN Women NC UK.

The Play That Goes Wrong: Thursday Night Showing

The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society are putting on a 1920's murder mystery but as the title suggests, everything can go wrong ... and does! The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences! Audience donations from each performance during the week will be donated to UN Women NC UK.

The Art Of Consent

‘The Art of Consent’ explores how the arts can contribute to our understanding of sexual
violence, via a screening of award-winning documentary 100 Women I Know; readings of
100 Women I Know, the book; powerful spoken word performances by Cecilia Knapp, Iggy
Ldn and Kit Finnie; an exhibition of art in the female gaze; virtual reality experience by Nasty
Women UK; inspirational discussion with Chidera Edderue aka The Slumflower, Sophie
Walker, Dr Fiona Vera-Gray and The Good Lad Initiative, finishing on a high with a DJ Set
from BBZ. If that isn’t enough, more names are yet to be announced. Hosted by Ash
Magazine, 100 Women I Know and Break the Habit Press.
Expect to gain insight on an important issue. Expect to feel empowered. Expect to openly
discuss sexual violence.

UK Premiere of The Rape of Recy Taylor

Pre-premiere screening with post-screening discussion, including the stars of the film and Baroness Manzoor, British business person and non-affiliated member of the House of Lords.