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This renowned community theatre is at the heart of Hackney and Dalston's flourishing arts scene, and one of the best places in London to see new work. The Arcola Theatre building is a classic contemporary fringe venue, a converted textile factory that offers studio spaces and a versatile auditorium.Arcola Theatre events
PRICING £18, Concession £12
The imagination is a powerful tool and The Conquest of the South Pole is a whole play based within the imagination of a group of London youths. Whilst out of work, living on the dole and hibernating within their flat, the group of friends go on an epic journey to the South Pole without stepping foot outside the front door. With original director St... More about this event
Brimstone And TreacleBrimstone And TreacleOriginally a teleplay banned from screens in 1976, Brimstone and Treacle is a sinister thriller known as Denis Potter's most controversial play and with Rupert Friend starring in this Arcola production it looks set to sell out. The drama unfolds as two distraught parents are dealing with their daughter, Pattie being in a coma, when one day they22nd May 2012Saturday 2nd June 2012
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PRICING May 2 & 3 previews £12, May 4-31, Jun 1 16, concs £12, Tue Pay What You Can
Originally a teleplay banned from screens in 1976, Brimstone and Treacle is a sinister thriller known as Denis Potter's most controversial play and with Rupert Friend starring in this Arcola production it looks set to sell out. The drama unfolds as two distraught parents are dealing with their daughter, Pattie being in a coma, when one day they... More about this event
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TIMES 30th May, 31st May, 1st Jun and 2nd Jun 2012 - 7.45pm PRICING £14, concs £10
Icon Theatre presents a Fringe First-winning physical drama exploring the lives of three prisoners after release from jail. The cast includes Shane Shambhu and Verity Hewlett.
PRICING £6
Written by Mike Kenny, Walking the Tightrope is a charming lyrical play that focuses on the special bond between a child and their grandparents. Following five year old Esme's annual visit to see her Grandparent's, this year there is something different; Nanna Queenie is not there. Exploring the topic of a child's first loss, this beautiful play fo... More about this event
Walking The Tightrope: Arcola Theatre (Over 7s)
TIMES Various Times PRICING £10-£14, concs £7-£10
Children's drama about the importance of grandparents.
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Central Street, EC1V | 1.7 miles from Arcola Theatre
Near to the City, and convenient for the The Barbican arts centre and Moorfields Eye Hospital, this hotel is modern, clean and functional. Equipped with its ...More
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60 Pentonville Road, N1 | 1.8 miles from Arcola Theatre
The decor when you walk into reception is fresh and modern and this first impression extends throughout the hotel to the bedrooms, bar and restaurant. It’s ...More
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275 Old Street, EC1V | 34 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Modern and functional, you get what you pay for at this middle ranking hotel close to the City and the reasonable rates mean that it fills ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
1-15 Leswin Place, London, N16 | 18 minutes from Arcola Theatre
No airplanes take off from Stoke Newington International Airport. And there's no point looking up departure times here. Instead turn up for live performances by local ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
291 Mare Street, London, E8 | 20 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Renowned East London entertainment venue designed by celebrated architect Frank Matcham. Stan Laurel and Charlie Chaplin both trod the boards here in the Hackney Empire's music ...More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
109 St Paul's Road, London, N1 | 27 minutes from Arcola Theatre
A wonderful night out on London's thriving fringe scene can be had at the Hen and Chickens Theatre, which sits above the cosy, candlelit pub that shares ...More
London > Entertainment > Live Music
18-22 Ashwin Street, London, E8 | At Arcola Theatre
Cafe Oto is a vibrant live music venue with the atmosphere of a student union cafe which puts on avant garde music from the Dalston scene. ...More
London > Entertainment > Cinemas
107 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 | 4 minutes from Arcola Theatre
In 1905, Clara Ludski decided that the new "electric pictures" were the wave of the future, hired an architect, and had her auctioneers' workshop converted into ...More
London > Entertainment > Jazz Clubs
11 Gillett Square, London, N16 | 4 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Though The Vortex has lost a little of its ramshackle charm in the relocation from Stoke Newington to Dalston, it remains the epitome of an underground ...More
London > Events > Film Events Dates: 18th May to 24th May 2012
Rio Cinema, 107 Kingsland High Street, E8 | 4 minutes from Arcola Theatre
The dramatic account of the mutiny aboard the titular vessel during the 1905 Revolution receives a welcome theatrical re-release. The silent film is perhaps best known ...More
London > Events > Film Events Dates: 18th May to 24th May 2012
Rio Cinema, 107 Kingsland High Street, E8 | 4 minutes from Arcola Theatre
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London > Events > Concerts Dates: Tuesday 22nd May 2012 - 8pm
Power Lunches Arts Cafe, 446 Kingsland Road, E8 | 9 minutes from Arcola Theatre
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Sights and Attractions near Arcola Theatre
London > Attractions > Art Galleries
Sunbury House, 1 Andrews Street, London, Hackney, London E8 | 23 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Turner Shortlisted British artist Yinka Shonibare has bought this former office block, in need of some attention, and hardly changed a thing. While the artist decides ...More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
2 & 4 Homerton High Street, London, E9 | 25 minutes from Arcola Theatre
The royal connections of this rare, red-brick Tudor manor house reach back to Henry VIII whose Principal Secretary of State, Sir Ralph Sadler, built Sutton House ...More
London > Attractions > Museums
136 Kingsland Road, London, Hackney, London E2 | 25 minutes from Arcola Theatre
There aren't many museums that can have William Morris and Ikea under the same roof, but the Geffyre is one of them. The focus of this ...More
London > Shopping > House and Garden
133 Newington Green Road, London, N1 | 13 minutes from Arcola Theatre
The Peanut Vendors are Barny and Becky who scour bric-a-brac stalls, markets and auctions so you don't have to. Stylish furniture and accessories for the home ...More
Restaurants near Arcola Theatre
London > Restaurants > Chinese restaurants
41 Kingsland High Street, London, E8 | 1 minute from Arcola Theatre
Shanghai occupies the listed premises of a former East End pie and mash shop built when Queen Victoria was on the throne and the atmospheric old ...More
London > Restaurants > Turkish restaurants
131 Kingsland High Street, Dalston, London, E8 | 4 minutes from Arcola Theatre
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London > Restaurants > British restaurants
464 Kingsland Road, London, E84AE | 6 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Authentic well made British fare in a rather obscure location hidden amongst Dalston's many Kebab shops. Using fresh, quality ingredients, many of which are locally sourced, ...More
London > Education > Careers Services
27B Dalston Lane, London, E8 | 1 minute from Arcola Theatre
Connexions is a countrywide information and advisory service for 13-19 year olds and people with special learning needs or disabilities under 25. They offer an array ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
10 Sunbury Workshops, Swanfield Street, London, Shoreditch, London E2 | 32 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Learn some crafty manouveurs at Making Space where classes on mask making, glass engraving, pyrography (burning patterns into wood or leather), chainmail knitting, and book hollowing ...More
London > Education > Evening Classes
49-51 Barnsbury Street, London, Islington, London N1 | 33 minutes from Arcola Theatre
The Make Lounge runs craft workshops where you can learn how to sew, decorate, stick and cook in a relaxed and friendly setting. With 'make do ...More
Leisure near Arcola Theatre
London > Leisure > Activities
London Fields, Westside, London, E8 | 15 minutes from Arcola Theatre
London's only Olympic sized heated outdoor swimming pool, the luxurious London Fields Lido was re-opened amid much excitement in October 2006 after almost 20 years of ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Martello Road, London, E8 | 19 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Located in a bustling, regenerated area of east London, London Fields park has been transformed from a neglected area of common ground into a thriving rich ...More
London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Stoke Newington High Street, London, N16 | 25 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Non-denominational cemetery, arboretum and nature reserve. Hidden away in the north-east corner of London, lies this highly influential, pioneering and yet relatively unknown beauty spot. Part nature ...More
London > Nightlife > Pubs
38-44 Stoke Newington Road, London, N16 | 7 minutes from Arcola Theatre
A late licence, DJ decks, P.A., stage for live bands, two bars and friendly bar staff selling bottled drinks and beers on tap plus an extensive ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
95 Forest Road, London Fields, E8 | 11 minutes from Arcola Theatre
The Prince Arthur is the most pub-like of all the Tom and Ed Martin gastropubs, with a bustling bar dominating the small dining room, and a ...More
London > Restaurants > Gastropub
59 Newington Green Road, London, N1 | 13 minutes from Arcola Theatre
There's more to The Alma than meets the eye. At first glance it's simply a smooth, successful, expertly managed gastropub with the decor, drinks and dining ...More
Nightlife near Arcola Theatre
London > Nightlife > Nightclubs
Amhurst Road, London, E8 | 18 minutes from Arcola Theatre
Hackney’s freshest venue is a converted railway station with a plush bar / restaurant on the ground floor and a nightclub upstairs. The kitchen serves excellent ...More
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London > Business > Venue Hire
23-27 Wadeson Street, London, Hackney, London E2 | 28 minutes from Arcola Theatre
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The Vestry, Union Chapel, Compton Avenue, London, N1 | 28 minutes from Arcola Theatre
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14 Dagmar Passage off Cross Street, Islington, London, Islington, London N1 | 30 minutes from Arcola Theatre
A teeny, tiny and wonderful puppet theatre located in a hidden side road backing onto a green church yard ideal for spontaneous picnics with goodies from ...More
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What's On Today Near Arcola Theatre ![]() Brimstone And Treacle Theatre | Until 2nd June 2012 Arcola Theatre At Arcola Theatre Originally a teleplay banned from screens in 1976, Brimstone and Treacle is a sinister thriller known as Denis ...More The Conquest of the South Pole Theatre | Until 26th May 2012 Arcola Theatre At Arcola Theatre The imagination is a powerful tool and The Conquest of the South Pole is a whole play based within the ...More Dana Kunze, Pseudo Nippon, Max Hart Concerts | On 22nd May 2012 Power Lunches Arts Cafe 9 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre Rock band....More Richard Rowland & James Broomfield Exhibitions | Until 27th May 2012 Millinery Works 15 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre Contemporary paintings and prints by two London artists....More Toy Library (Under 5s) Kids Events | Until 29th May 2012 Hackney Central Library 19 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre ...More No Picnic Theatre | Until 27th May 2012 Rosemary Branch Theatre 19 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre Three teddy bears who cannot tell untruths, and one strange doll who can lie with the best of them, take ...More Isango Ensemble: La Boheme - Abanxaxhi Concerts | Until 1st June 2012 Hackney Empire 20 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre Mark Dornford-May's adaptation of Puccini's opera, with the action now set in the townships of South Africa, and the score ...More ![]() Diamond Geezer Exhibitions | Until 9th June 2012 WW Gallery 21 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre Enjoy the 'guilty pleasures' of the Jubilee celebrations with the WW Gallery's Diamond Geezer exhibition, a group show which celebrates ...More TJ Johnson Band Concerts | Until 29th May 2012 Off Broadway 21 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre Piano-led jazz, blues and swing outfit....More Elizabeth Price Exhibitions | Until 26th May 2012 MOTInternational 23 minutes walk from Arcola Theatre Video installations by the London artist, exploring the meaning of the word choir....More
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