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This page provides a record of some of the interesting and unusual events which have been staged at Westminster Reference Library. If you would like to see some of the upcoming events please visit their news and events page.
For more information, pictures and video of previous events why not join the Westminster Reference Library Events Diary Group on Facebook.
An Icon ReassessedTuesday 2 December 2008 6pm to 8pm
An illustrated talk by Sandra Shevey who will also sign copies of the latest edition of her groundbreaking biography The Marilyn Scandal, the book which her friends asked me to write.
Previous talks have included the films of Alfred Hitchcock and The Magnificant Seven, a series of interviews with Alfred Hitchcock, Liza Minnelli, Rock Hudson, Shirley Maclaine and many others.
Sandra Shevey also leads film location walks, for more information on these, see her website. For further information, email Sandra at sandra_shevey@yahoo.com.
FREE and Open to all.
To book a place, see staff at the library, email pcollins@westminster.gov.uk
or tel: 020 7641 5250
Thursday 20 November 2008 6.30pm
Are you an established business wanting to learn how to
Then come to a talk and presentation by
Tony Cattermole, business adviser
at Business Link in London.
Followed by refreshments and networking opportunity!
FREE and Open to all.
Places limited so advisable to book in advance by email bip@westminster.gov.uk
or tel: 020 7641 5250
Black History Month 2008Thursday 30 October 6.00-8.00pm
Come and listen to David J the Pugilist, guaranteed to educate and entertain with his creative and articulate spoken word and hip hop tunes.
And a performance by Dance Physics, a group whose policy is to promote participation in dance and other forms of physical activity as a stimulating and creative pursuit within schools and community settings.
A must see!
FREE and Open to all.
To book a place, ask staff, telephone 020 7641 5250
or email rblack1@westminster.gov.uk
Our Miss GibbsTuesday 21 October 2008 5.30pm
Come along and participate in the reading of the show's dialogue and in a sing-along of the show's songs!
Hosted by Ken Reeves, author of Gertie Millar and the Edwardian Legacy
This is first in a projected series of early Gaiety musicals presented for audience participation. FREE and Open to all.
To book a place, ask staff, telephone 020 7641 5250
or email Peter Collins at pcollins@westminster.gov.uk
Meet the Artists!Come along and enjoy an opportunity to meet manga and anime artists
Phil English, Sonia Leong, Declan Talbert,
Jodie Azhar, Ian Rudd, Juan-Carlos Cambon,
Celine Choo and Mark Gardner. FREE and Open to all.
For more information or if you wish to book a place, please
phone 020 7641 5250 or email Peter Collins at pcollins@westminster.gov.uk
My Business is My BusinessWednesday 15 October 2008 6.30pm
Then come to a talk and presentation
by Business Management Consultant,
Trainer & Author Sheila Elliott
who launches her book
My Business is My Business
followed by refreshments and networking opportunity.
FREE and Open to all.
Places limited so advisable to book in advance by email bip@westminster.gov.uk
or tel: 020 7641 5250
Japanese Cultural EveningWednesday 1 October 6pm - 8pm
Join us for a talk, dancing and cultural demonstrations, admire costumes, and enjoy anime and Manga drawing.
All this is completely free and open to all!
How to Market your BusinessWednesday 17 September 2008 6.30pm
Business Consultant and Marketing Strategist Stephen Campbell
gave a very interesting talk and presentation
on how to develop a successful marketing strategy for your business.
This event was was free and well attended by an audience who also enjoyed refreshments and a networking opportunity after the talk.
If you would like to be added to our mailing list for future business events please email bip@westminster.gov.uk or tel: 020 7641 5250
Citizenship and the role of theThursday 18 September 2008 6.30pm
Anyone interested in the subject of the
UK Parliament and Citizenship, Citizenship Agendas,
or the Life in the UK test would have enjoyed this talk and presentation by Clare Cowan, Parliamentary Outreach
on the detailed role Parliament plays.
Of much interest too was how we as members of the public can have our voices heard and so influence the parlimentary process and decision-making.
The talk was free and open to all and was followed by a lively question and answer session.
If you would like to be added to our mailing list for future events, please email referencelibrarywc2@westminster.gov.uk or tel: 020 7641 5250
Manga and Anime exhibition opening Oct 1 2008
Monday 1 Sept 6pm to 8pm
The following events were organised by Japan-UK 150 celebrating 150 years of friendship between Japan and the UK. For those unfamiliar with the terms, manga and anime are comic and animation styles originating from Japan.
DREW CAIDEN’S SHOWCASEApril 3rd
Study Room Our quiet study room on the 2nd floor became the set for STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRI, a stimulating and thought provoking new play written and performed by one of Britain’s most exciting young talents Drew Caiden and directed by Peter Bull.
Strawberry Daiquiri explores the realms of relationships and ambiguity as seen through the eyes of a man who has come to re-enter the life of the “woman” he once loved. A kaleidoscope journey through gender identity, confusion and manipulation, Strawberry Daiquiri is a mystery waiting to unfold.
Tim Winton gave a reading from 'Breath'Wednesday 30 January 2008
Tim Winton offered a sneak preview of his new novel 'Breath'; the story of a young man who spurns the rules to live an exhilarating life by the sea in Westminster Reference Library. Attendees were also given the opportunity to ask questions. Previous books by Tim Winton include:
They can be found in Westminster libraries.
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Saturday 27 October 2007
This drama was produced by CETTIE and funded by Westminster Arts, and was performed by Victor Romero Evans, Halima Bryan, Melanie Charles and Shango Baku. It celebrated the lives of Ignatius Sancho and Olaudah Equiano who were African abolitionists who worked and lived in 18th century Westminster. Though very different in lifestyle and background they were linked by a horrific trade that brought them to Britain in the service of their ‘owners’. They both achieved freedom in their lifetime, and left written testimony of their personal histories.
This event also took place earlier on at the Westminster Archives Centre.
Thursday 4 October 2007
Project Adorno; a beat-poetry and cabaret double act employing voice, a few props and occasional acoustic guitar, and Lance Pierson; an actor and professional poetry performer who aims to take published poetry off the page and bring it to life, combined to provide an evening of poetry, cabaret, music and second hand books.
Tuesday 2 October 2007
In Westminster Reference Library's second floor reading room BBC radio veteran Alan Scott presented an enjoyable afternoon of nostalgia, with recordings and anecdotes of the radio and stage stars of the past. Reminding those in attendance of the days when Denis Norden and Frank Muir ruled the radio waves.
Alfred HitchcockMonday 23 July 2007
Famed film maker Alfred Hitchcock was discussed on the first floor in the performing arts section of Westminster reference library.
Thursday 19 July 2007
The aptly named Mr Hudson & the Library provided some excellent entertainment in front of a sellout crowd on the Ground Floor of Westminster Reference library. James was one of those lucky enough to attend, and seemed thoroughly impressed...
"On Thursday 19th July live music truly arrived in Westminster Libraries. An audience numbering over a hundred was treated to a blend of rock, soul and reggae in the shape of Mr Hudson and the Library. The band, having already undertaken a tour of UK libraries, seemed perfectly at home belting out crowd-pleasing tunes in the normally hushed surroundings of Westminster Reference Library. Many congratulations to Rosella for organising such a successful event."
Last Updated: 22 Dec 2008
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