As theatre season heats up with the Edinburgh Fringe around the corner, we spotlight one of this year’s most talked-about debut acts. In this timely self-penned piece for My Soho Times, comedian Hasan Al-Habib shares how rejection, resilience, and a PhD led to his long-awaited Cambridge acceptance — and the comedy career that began with aContinue reading “Degrees of Funny: My Path from Lab Coat to Laughs | My Soho Times”
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Hope Has a Sound: Fabio Tedde aka Pianist Without Borders Plays Soho’s Colourful New Street Piano | My Soho Times
Marking the first International Day of Hope with music that brings us together In a world that often feels fractured, music reminds us of what connects us. On Sunday 13 July, a colourful new street piano appeared in the heart of Soho, tucked into the courtyard of Carnaby Street’s Kingly Court. Designed by artist Yinka Ilori inContinue reading “Hope Has a Sound: Fabio Tedde aka Pianist Without Borders Plays Soho’s Colourful New Street Piano | My Soho Times”
BFI Flare 2025: Essential Guide to LGBTQIA+ Cinema Events this Spring
Arts editor Gillian Smith shares highlights from the upcoming 39th BFI Flare: London LGBTQIA+ Film Festival at BFI Southbank from 19th to 30th March, showcasing a diverse range of films and events that foster a celebration of queer cinema.
The Private View: Frieze Art Fair Launch Ozwald Boateng x Efie Gallery | My Soho Times
Frieze London kicked off last night with a private view of the exciting collaboration between Ozwald Boateng and Dubai-based Efie Gallery, marking a vibrant injection of African artistry in the heart of London’s West End. This partnership not only showcases exceptional talent but also fosters a rich dialogue between traditional craftsmanship and contemporary artistic expression.
Soho Night & Day: A 1965 Perspective | My Soho Times
“My London is Soho” – Frank Norman Soho Night & Day is a snapshot of Soho life in 1965, taking in every corner of Soho’s square mile, written and photographed by two of the decade’s most notable Soho characters. This new edition is embellished with an introduction by Barry Miles, as well as Jeffrey Bernard’sContinue reading “Soho Night & Day: A 1965 Perspective | My Soho Times”
Myths And Legends: An Exhibition by George Skeggs | My Soho Times
“I’m not a fashionista – I’m an individualist and it shows in all aspects of my life including what I paint.” – Geroge Skeggs Myths And Legends: An Exhibition by George Skeggs In the vibrant heart of Soho lies an exhibition that promises to captivate art lovers and myth enthusiasts alike. At 80 George SkeggsContinue reading “Myths And Legends: An Exhibition by George Skeggs | My Soho Times”
LCC x MST: Bridging Cultures Through Art | My Soho Times
This issue of My Soho Times magazine is presented by MA Journalism students from London College of Communication (LCC) who have assumed responsibility of producing content as part of their collaborative unit. This special edition is a reflection of their ideas and creativity, featuring their chosen articles, images and social media content (keep an eyeContinue reading “LCC x MST: Bridging Cultures Through Art | My Soho Times”
Tales from the Colony Room: Art and Bohemia | My Soho Times
The news of the return of the iconic Colony Room Club, in the form of Darren Coffield‘s artistic recreation of Soho’s most infamous drinking den, to the West End has sparked excitement and nostalgia among London’s art and socialite circles. We turn our gaze back in time to reflect upon Tales from the Colony Room:Continue reading “Tales from the Colony Room: Art and Bohemia | My Soho Times”
The Dubel Prize Launch: An Evening of Extravagance at The Royal Exchange | My Soho Times
The Dubel Prize offers a prestigious platform dedicated to celebrating and highlighting the extraordinary artistic talent of emerging artists in the UK. The inaugural event served as a captivating showcase of what’s to come. Our editor-in-chief, Kai Lutterodt, shares more from the extravagent evening.
Lighting Up Oxford Street with W1 Curates | My Soho Times
As the season changes and with it comes the first signs of Christmas, we take a stroll down memory lane to the ‘Soho side‘ of Oxford Street where W1 Curates lit up (and continue to) a famous High Street with art…
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