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Modern contemporary dance and music performance space.
Occupying a site with a long tradition of entertaining Londoners, Sadler's Wells exists to bring the best of national and international dance, ballet, opera and music theatre to the capital. Now a strikingly modern building with flexible performance and auditorium spaces, the original Sadler’s Wells opened in 1683. Six Sadler’s Wells’ later and sleek steel and glass have replaced the crumbling brick edifice of previous centuries. Originally a music hall, the venue now boasts a resoundingly contemporary but extremely accessible programme - with an emphasis on dance and movement - supported by innovative visual arts exhibitions in its public spaces. Sadler's really came into its own when Lilian Baylis took charge in the 1920s. Since then many of the world's best dancers have performed on this Islington stage. In 1995, Matthew Bourne premiered his magnificent ‘Swan Lake’ here which went on to become the West End's longest running ballet. Sadler's Wells continues to have close associations with the centrally located Peacock Theatre, its home during periods of renovation, while the Lilian Baylis Theatre - now a highly regarded venue in itself – is located within the Sadler’s Well Islington complex. It’s really worth checking out what’s on here if you’re down for the weekend. Ranging from the cutting-edge to the mainstream, some truly landmark productions have taken place here over the years (‘Edward Scissorhands’) – which make this an attractive proposition for entertainment in the capital.
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Ballet and Bourne, 'Swan Lake' and 'Scissorhands', contemporary dance and classics.
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Sadler's Wells takes its name from the theatre’s original founder, Richard Sadler, and the wells that were discovered on the site.
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Akram Khan Company: Chotto DeshAkram Khan Company: Chotto DeshContemporary dance as cross-cultural storytelling, Chotto Desh, meaning 'small homeland', is aimed at children aged 7 and above and their families.DESH was an instant hit when it was first presented at Sadler's Wells in 2011. Four years later, Akram Khan Company and Theatre-Rites' director Sue Buckmaster adapted the solo into Khan's much-loved prod2018-10-19T00:00:00+01002018-10-20T00:00:00+0100
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event > Dance > Traditional dance - Modern
PRICING £16, child £12
DATES Running until Saturday 20th October 2018
VENUE Sadler's Wells: Lilian Baylis Theatre
Contemporary dance as cross-cultural storytelling, Chotto Desh, meaning 'small homeland', is aimed at children aged 7 and above and their families.DESH was an instant hit when it was first presented at Sadler's Wells in 2011. Four years later, Akram Khan Company and Theatre-Rites' director Sue Buckmaster adapted the solo into Khan's much-loved prod... More about this event
event > Concerts > Opera
PRICING £24-£85
DATES Friday 19th and Saturday 20th October 2018 - 7.30pm
VENUE Sadler's Wells Theatre
This beautiful, love story, a masterpiece championed by the Peking Opera Master Mei Lanfang, showcases the masterful art of Peking Opera with its elegant and enchanting dance, song and music.
Taj ExpressTaj ExpressAfter a popular run here last summer, Taj Express returns to The Peacock, bringing dance, Bollywood stars and songs from the composer of the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack to the West End. The story follows young composer Shankar who struggles with his music. It's only when he begins to follow in the footsteps of his idol, A.R. Rahman, that he disc2018-10-19T19:30:00+01002018-10-20T00:00:00+0100
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event > Dance > Traditional dance - Asian
PRICING £15-£45, under 16s £7.50-£22.50
DATES 2nd to 20th October 2018
VENUE Peacock Theatre
After a popular run here last summer, Taj Express returns to The Peacock, bringing dance, Bollywood stars and songs from the composer of the Slumdog Millionaire soundtrack to the West End. The story follows young composer Shankar who struggles with his music. It's only when he begins to follow in the footsteps of his idol, A.R. Rahman, that he disc... More about this event
event > Dance > Traditional dance - Modern
PRICING £12-£32
DATES 22nd, 23rd and 24th October 2018 - 7.30pm
VENUE Sadler's Wells Theatre
The established choreographer presents the world premiere of her work reflecting on the modern connotations of the Greek myth, exploring the enduring power of the feminine symbol.
event > Dance > Traditional dance - Modern
PRICING £17
DATES Thursday 25th and Friday 26th October 2018 - 8pm
VENUE Sadler's Wells: Lilian Baylis Theatre
The world premiere of the Spanish choreographer's new full-length work, an absurd and humorous duet set in limbo, where two women suffer from eternal boredom and lack of acknowledgement.
event > Theatre > Dramas
PRICING £15
DATES Friday 26th October 2018 - 7pm
VENUE Sadler's Wells: Lilian Baylis Theatre
Bravo 22 Company's new drama brings to light the lives interrupted and forever changed by war, on a heart-wrenching and hilarious journey of love, loss, loneliness and hope, performed by ex-Service personnel.
event > Dance > Traditional dance - Ballet
PRICING £12-£45
DATES Tuesday 30th October 2018 at 7.30pm & Wednesday 31st October 2018 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
VENUE Sadler's Wells Theatre
The ensemble performs The King Dances by choreographer David Bintley, and Juanjo Arques's Ignite.
event > Dance > Traditional dance - Modern
PRICING £17
DATES Thursday 1st and Friday 2nd November 2018 - 8pm
VENUE Sadler's Wells: Lilian Baylis Theatre
The choreographer and performer investigates the relationship between mind and body in a science-based performance lecture exploring a hypothetical future. Not suitable for under 5s.
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60 Pentonville Road, N1 | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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1 Kings Cross Road, WC1X | 7 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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Central Street, EC1V | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
1 Milton Street, Barbican, City, London EC2Y | 18 minutes from Sadler's Wells
Milton Court, opened in September 2013, provides the Guildhall School of Music and Drama with state-of-the-art performance and teaching facilities. The £89 million building on Silk ... More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
230 Bishopsgate, Spitalfields, London EC2M | 27 minutes from Sadler's Wells
Built in 1891-94 by Charles Harrison Townsend, the Bishopsgate Institute's facade has a theme of arts and crafts. Inside you will find 19th century tiling, a ... More
London > Entertainment > Classical Music
Belvedere Road, South Bank, London SE1 | 33 minutes from Sadler's Wells
Housed in the same modernist block as the Royal Festival Hall and sandwiched between it and the Hayward Gallery, the Purcell Room has a 372-seat auditorium, ... More
London > Entertainment > Theatres
Rosebery Avenue, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | Same location as Sadler's Wells
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418 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Entertainment >
10-14 White Lion Street, Angel, N1 | 4 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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Sadler's Wells, Rosebery Avenue, EC1R | Same location as Sadler's Wells
Contemporary dance as cross-cultural storytelling, Chotto Desh, meaning 'small homeland', is aimed at children aged 7 and above and their families.DESH was an instant hit when ...More
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Sadler's Wells, 96-98 Pentonville Road, N1 | 6 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Attractions > Sights
407 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 3 minutes from Sadler's Wells
Launched in late 2010, the Angel Building in Islington transformed from an under-used early 1980s commercial block into an award-winning office space, reinvented by architects ... More
London > Attractions > Historic Buildings
7 Torrens Street, Islington, London EC1V | 4 minutes from Sadler's Wells
Built in the late 19th century, The Islington Metalworks is a building steeped in history. All three floors were initially used to stable the horses that ... More
London > Attractions > Other Attractions
Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells
A rich hunting ground for restaurants and bars, Exmouth Market twinkles under the fairy lights that zig-zag overhead across the scenic pedestrianised street. Hip hang outs ... More
London > Shopping > Jewellery
41 Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Shopping > Supermarkets
18 Penton Street, Islington, London N1 | 6 minutes from Sadler's Wells
This independent supermarket between Angel and Kings Cross sells good quality organic food, Bundaberg root beer and Fentiman's cola as well as all the basics. ... More
London > Shopping > Food and Drink Shops
26a Chapel Market, Islington, London N1 | 6 minutes from Sadler's Wells
This traditional bakery, drawing on British and Gallic roots, has made an indelible mark on the foodies of Islington. With nearly twenty types of bread - ... More
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London > Restaurants > Italian restaurants
316 St. John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Sadler's Wells
Influenced by the diverse Italian regions as well as hints from Spanish cooking, Adha Chef brings sumptuous, authentic flavours to Islington's popular Quinto Quarto. Drawing on ... More
London > Restaurants > Modern European restaurants
360 - 362 St. John Street, Islington, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 1 minute from Sadler's Wells
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London > Restaurants > Vegetarian restaurants
370 St John Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 2 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Education > Cookery Courses
Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings, 42 Northampton Road, EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells
Featuring six catering stations, a demonstration bench and a communal dining table, B&H Kitchen , the cookery school from Bourne & Hollingsworth Group, guides Londoners ... More
London > Education > Evening Classes
Garden Floor, 6 Coldbath Square, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Education > Professional Training
161 Old Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 12 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Leisure > Parks and Gardens
Northampton Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells
A busy park in Islington beside the Three Corners Centre youth centre and Adventure Playground, the 2.02 acre Spa Fields include a children's playground, tarmac ... More
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The Basement, 49-51 Central Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 10 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Leisure > Sports Facilities
Norman Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 10 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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55 Exmouth Market, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Restaurants > Gastropub
240 St John Street, Clerkenwell, Clerkenwell, London EC1V | 5 minutes from Sadler's Wells
The Peasant is really two different eateries under one roof. Downstairs is a crowded and cheerful gastropub, with a menu of substantial tapas and platters. Upstairs ... More
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London > Nightlife >
113-117 Farringdon Road, Clerkenwell, London EC1R | 9 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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London > Business > Venue Hire
52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 | 8 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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St. Johns Gate, 26 St. John's Lane, Clerkenwell, London EC1M | 10 minutes from Sadler's Wells
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