LIVE PERFORMANCE
ATTAULLAH KHAN ESAKHELVI
When: Sunday January 9
Where: 1078-1082, Mayfair Venue, High Road, Romford RM6 4BD
What: The legendary Pakistani folk singer Attaullah Khan Esakhelvi continues his UK tour and will perform the greatest hits from his very distinguished career. Tickets include a VIP meet and great option.
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BOLLYWOOD BLAST
When: Sunday January 16
Where: Beck Theatre, Grange Road, Hayes, Middlesex UB3 2UE
What: Ketan Kansara headlines an unforgettable evening celebrating the music of Indian cinema from the 70s, 80s and 90s. He will be accompanied by the band D26, along with fellow singers Anuradha Shukla, Sharon Smith and Manisha Sharma
www.becktheatre.org.uk
VOICES FROM THE KILN
When: Tuesday January 18
Where: Chichester Festival Theatre, Oaklands Way, Chichester PO19 6AP
What: A performance that interweaves Bharatanatyam dance, film, text, and clay to expose the fragile edges of memory that unearth fragments of lives, both real and imagined, which silently leave their imprint on clay and the human body.
www.cft.org.uk
Soumik Datta
SOUMIK DATTA: ARTS RISING
When: Thursday January 20
Where: Queen Elizabeth Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX
What: Music maestro Soumik Datta pairs an interactive film with musicians, dancers, and the sound of his sarod in an energising and uplifting show that explores the meeting point between the climate emergency and social injustice.
www.southbankcentre.co.uk
EVENTS
UPLIFTING KUNDALINI YOGA & MEDITATION CLASSES
When: Mondays, January 10, 17, 24 and 31
Where: Telegraph Hill Centre, Kitto Road, London SE14 5TY
What: Public Kundalini yoga classes to work on your energy through physical movement and meditation, as taught by Yogi Bhajan. No previous experience with kundalini or any other types of yoga is needed. The class is open to all ability levels and students are asked to bring their own mats.
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Malkit Singh
DINNER & DANCE WITH MALKIT SINGH AND JUGGY D
When: Saturday January 8
Where: Sapphire Banquet Hall, 243 Cross Road, Coventry CV6 5GP
What: A family friendly dinner and dance headlined by singers Malkit Singh and Juggy D. The evening also includes a DJ, performance by dhol group Eternal Taal, three-course meal and giveaways.
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BOLLYWOOD CHARITY NIGHT
When: Saturday January 8
Where: The Florrie, 377 Mill Street, Liverpool L8 4RF
What: A Bollywood themed charity with music, dance, and authentic Indian cuisine. Those attending are encouraged to wear traditional outfits and all proceeds go to the Liverpool Women’s Hospital.
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MUSLIM MARRIAGE EVENT
When: Sunday January 9
Where: Mumtaz restaurant, 1 & 2 MacKenzie House, Chadwick Street, Leeds LS10 1PJ
What: Formal event aiming to provide a platform for people seeking partners in marriage. Advisors will be available to support and assist individuals who feel shy or unable to initiate discussions with others.
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TEA AND TOUR
When: Saturday January 22
Where: The London Muslim Centre, 46 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1JX
What: Free event open to all faiths that includes tea, snacks, and a tour of one of Europe’s biggest mosques. There will also be a chance to view exhibitions on the Islamic faith.
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THEATRE
LIFE OF PI
When: Until Sunday February 27, 2022
Where: Wyndham’s Theatre, 32-36 Charing Cross Road, London WC2H 0DA
What: A theatre play based on Yann Martel’s Man Booker Prize-winning novel of the same name, which revolves around the sole human survivor of a shipwreck stuck on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger, as they battle to survive an epic voyage across the ocean. The cast includes Hiran Abeysekera, Mina Anwar, Nicholas Khan, Payal Mistry and Raj Ghatak.
www.londontheatre.co.uk
SLEEPING BEAUTY
When: Until Sunday January 16
Where: The Alhambra Theatre, Morley Street, Bradford BD7 1AJ
What: Pantomime headlined by popular television personality Dr Ranj Singh and comedian Billy Pearce. The familiar fairy tale is given an interesting twist in the family-friendly show filled with laughs.
www.bradford-theatres.co.uk
COMEDY
BRING THE LAUGHTER
When: Friday January 7
Where: Beck Theatre, Grange Road, Hayes, Middlesex UB3 2UE
What: Stand-up comedy special headlined by top talents Anuvab Pal, Kane Brown, Esther Manito and Guz Khan. Expect plenty of jokes and lots of laughter.
www.luventertainment.co.uk
THE INDIANS ARE COMING
When: Sunday January 9
Where: Sutton Coldfield Town Hall, Upper Clifton Road, Sutton Coldfield B73 6DA
What: A laughter-filled comedy event that is headlined by popular stand-up talents Sukh Ojla, Hyde Panaser and Anuvab Pal.
www.parkwoodtheatres.co.uk
SUKH OJLA: LIFE SUKHS
When: Friday January 14
Where: Watford Palace Theatre, 20 Clarendon Road, Watford WD17 1JZ
What: Acclaimed stand-up comedian Sukh Ojla continues her solo tour of the UK with her show, where she talks about subjects including mental illness, moving back in with her parents, identity and living a double life.
www.luventertainment.co.uk
AHIR SHAH: DRESS
When: Thursday January 27
Where: Arts at the Old Fire Station, 40 George Street, Oxford OX1 2AQ
What: The double Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee returns with a new stand-up show about significance, insignificance, and scurvy.
www. oldfirestation.org.uk
NISH KUMAR – YOUR POWER, YOUR CONTROL
When: Wednesday February 2
Where: Bonus Arena, Myton Street, Hull HU1 2PS
What: The popular stand-up comedian embarks on a brand-new stand-up show that tackles important subjects such as political upheaval, Covid, current uncertainty and why he is taking it personally.
www.bonusarenahull.com
SINDHU VEE: ALPHABET
When: Thursday February 10
Where: Key Theatre, Embankment Road, Peterborough PE1 1EF
What: A brand-new stand-up show with the popular comedian about the hair we want, the friends we have, and living the vast difference between virus and viral.
www.sindhuvee.com
CLASSES
FULL DAY SIMPLE INDIAN COOKERY COURSE
When: Saturday January 8
Where: Hounslow, London
What: A trip to the local Indian shop to learn about ingredients will be followed by a practical hands-on cooking course learning how to make a variety of Indian dishes, along with learning how to use spices to add a depth of flavour.
www.cookingwithmonisha.com
BENGALI COOKERY CLASS WITH AKLIMA
When: Tuesday January 11
Where: Mercato Metropolitano, 42 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6DR
What: Cookery class will see chef Aklima teach some of her favourite Bengali dishes followed by a sit-down meal. The in-person class is for 12 participants only and they will be emailed the recipes afterwards.
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