Graduate artists hold exhibition prior to taking on the world
GRADUATE artists from across the globe will display works in Brent as part of a scheme to help them get on to the first rung of the career ladder.
The group show, Creative Motive, which begins on June 25, has two themes. Under the title Icons, exhibitors have produced pieces based loosely on celebrities and figureheads of the 20th Century, while in Futures, they have depicted the positive side of life in the 21st Century.
It is part of a training and development programme designed to give participants who are studying or have recently left a course in the area more exposure within the art and design industry.
what? Art show called Creative Motive
where? The Gallery at Willesden Green, Willesden Green Library Centre, High Road, Willesden Green
when? Open daily from 2-6pm from Thursday, June 25 to Friday, July 17
cost? Free
Enjoy Niel'smusic
ENJOY a lunchtime music concert in the calm surroundings of a church today (Thursday).
On his third visit to St John the Baptist in central Harrow, performer Niel du Preez will play Scarlatti's Sonata in D minor, K 491, Schubert's Sonata in G major, D 894 and finally Mendelssohn: Variations Èrieuses in D minor, Op 54.
Mr du Preez, a skilled classical pianist originally from Port Elizabeth, South Africa, said: "I always try to play something new from my repertoire along with something old.
"Mendelssohn is a technically quite challenging piece whereas Schubert is a larger scale work at 40 minutes, and the challenge is to concentrate and keeping the unity of the pieces together."
what? Lunchtime concert
where? St John the Baptist, College Road, Harrow
when? Today (Thursday), 12.30pm
cost? Free with collection to cover costs
see: www.stjohn-greenhill.fsnet.co.uk/concerts.htm
An oldie but a goldie
A TRADITIONAL fairytale with a twist...
The story of Goldilocks is brought to life by puppets, singing, slapstick comedy, mime and sign language by the Krazy Kat Theatre Company, a touring visual theatre troupe established in 1982.
Called Goldilocks and How Many Bears? and directed by Caroline Parker, this take on the well-known porridge-loving youngster is a 50-minute madcap and surreal one.
It is aimed at children but since the show features little dialogue and an emphasis on movement and action, it will appeal to a broad spectrum of ages and, by its nature, audiences who cannot speak English.
what? Goldilocks and How Many Bears?
where? Travellers Studio, Harrow Arts Centre, Uxbridge Road, Hatch End
when? Sunday, June 21 at 2pm
cost? Adults £7, concessions £6. Buy 10 tickets and get one free s
ee: Box office on 020 8416 8989.
Enjoy jazz in the sun and raise some cash
WANT to relax in the sun listening to laidback sounds and raise cash for charity?
Well, Jazz on the Lawn at a hospice in Northwood on Saturday (June 20) may fit the bill.
The grounds of Michael Sobell House will play host to a delightful afternoon starting at 3pm with some sensational live music from St John's Jazz Band - two-and-a-half hours of instrumental and vocal numbers - plus afternoon tea.
This is the second year the event has been held. Last year's concert brought in a much-needed £1,500.
what? Jazz on the Lawn
where? Michael Sobell House, Mount Vernon Hospital, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood
when? Saturday, June 20, 3pm
cost? £12
see: 01923 844 829 or e-mail ochambers@michaelsobellhouse.co.uk
Choir will get a handle on Handel and be in the mood for Miller
A CHOIR will present a midsummer selection of popular choral music in Ruislip.
Jubilate Ladies' Choir's show on Saturday June 27, entitled From Baroque To Broadway, includes Purcell's Birthday Ode for Queen Mary, English folk favourite Soldier Soldier, Glen Miller's In The Mood and Handel's Hallelujah Chorus.
The 40-strong group's repertoire extends from gospel to classics and from jazz to African.
They will be joined at Winston Churchill Hall by award-winning Wessex Male Choir, and will return the favour in Chippenham, Wiltshire, in October.
what? From Baroque to Broadway
where? Winston Churchill Hall, Pinn Way, Ruislip
when? Saturday, June 27 at 7.30pm
cost? £10.50, concessions £7.50, children under five free
see: Tickets on door or call 020 8200 3581
