11-24 February 2013
http://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/imagine | #imaginefestival
This year's Imagine Children's Festival is all about the kids taking over!
Southbank Centre will be transformed BY children FOR children, as well as hosting the top names in children's literature, dance, theatre and art. Enjoy free activities throughout the festival or just take in the atmosphere as children run the show!
In 2007 Alex Ross wrote the seminal book The Rest Is Noise - listening to the Twentieth Century. Throughout 2013 we bring the book alive, with nearly 100 concerts, performances, films, talks and debates. We take you on a chronological journey through the most important music of the 20th century and dramatise the century's massive political and social upheavals.
The London Philharmonic Orchestra, with over 30 concerts, is the backbone of this festival, which reveals the stories behind the rich, exhilarating and sometimes controversial compositions that have changed the way we listen forever.
More info: www.southbankcentre.co.uk/therestisnoise
Statistics show that women are frequently sentenced for short periods of time for very minor offences, causing chaos and disruption to their lives and families, without any realistic chance of addressing the causes of their criminality.
As part of the Women Of The World Festival 2012, Lucy Gampell OBE, Member of the Parole Board and trustee of Clinks, chaired this discussion with panellists Dr Kiran Bedi - a former Inspector of Prisons in India, Sophie Barton-Hawkins - poet, ex-offender and adviser on prison experience and Rachel Halford - Director of Women In Prison.
Along with the audience they look at the realities of women in prisons and debate how to make progress.
As part of the Women Of The World Festival 2012, Bidisha talks with former editor of 'The Lady' magazine Rachel Johnson, novelist Karen McLeod, journalist Anna Blundy and academic and writer Catherine Hakim about the idea of being a 'lady'.
Bidisha asks if the regression to a 1950s pseudo-kitsch style and domestic goddess image is a reaction against the sexism of modern culture, in which women are merely sex objects, or sexist in itself, cultivating the myth of a domesticated, etiquette-obsessed little woman.
And is the idea of ladyhood subversive in any way?
The Women Of The World Festival 2012 at the Southbank Centre presented a showcase of smart and hilarious Asian stand-up comics that are sure to defy the traditional submissive stereotype of Asian women.
Hosted by Sajeeta Kirshi and featuring stand up from Emily Lloyd-Saini, Amisha Ghadiali, Ayesha Hazarika, Kish Modasia, Precious Jade (the UK's only half Chinese, half East End psychic agony aunt!), Yasmeen Khan and Ria Lina.
Notoriously overlooked for the Nobel Prize (it went to her male colleague), Jocelyn Bell Burnell is one of the world's leading astrophysicists.
Presenting at the Women Of The World Festival 2012, she gives us a whistle-stop tour of her research and discoveries, and is then joined by space scientist Maggie Aderin Pocock to talk about life, the universe, and women in science.
Chaired by Southbank Centre Head of Classical Music and curator of 2012's Festival of Science & Arts, Gillian Moore.
Mary Whitehouse was berated for her strident views on the lack of morality in popular culture but now, popular culture is more sexualised than ever and hardcore porn more hardcore. Is censorship the answer?
To discuss this issue are Rachel Morris (psychotherapist and author), Amina Doherty (co-ordinator of the Young Feminist's Fund) and Julia Long (London Feminist Network).
They are chaired by Jude Kelly and Baroness Helena Kennedy QC as part of the Women Of The World Festival at the Southbank Centre in March 2012.
Baroness Scotland, Melissa Morbeck, Patrick Stewart and Deborah Jamieson OBE discuss the truth about domestic violence at the Women Of The World Festival at the Southbank Centre in March 2012.
As part of the Southbank Centre's Women Of The World Festival 2012, Eve Ensler provided a keynote speech addressing the situation women face in South Africa and the Congo and finishing with an special performance of one of her Vagina Monologues.
#WakeUpMeowMeow is a interactive video installation to promote Meow Meow's Little Match Girl show at the Royal Festival Hall.
Visit the Southbank Centre, wake up Meow Meow by texting your name and receive a special festive wish.
#WakeUpMeowMeow
http://ticketing.southbankcentre.co.uk/find/dance-performance/tickets/meow-meows-little-match-girl-68526
In June 2012, the world's poets came to London. The most exciting poets, rappers, spoken word artists, singers and storytellers gathered for this huge event that made history as the largest poetry festival ever staged in the UK.
The festival contained over 100 free events, activities and workshops, with 250 participating poets. Watch this short film to see some of the highlights.
To find out more about the poets, including videos and audio of their poems, visit http://southbankcentre.co.uk/poetry-parnassus
Watch Meow Meow introducing her show in her own special way!
Meow Meow's Little Match Girl
Until 30 December 2012
Queen Elizabeth Hall
Tickets from £15
Part of #winterfestival
http://southbankcentre.co.uk/meowmeow
Hear what audiences thought of Meow Meow's Little Match Girl.
Meow Meow's Little Match Girl
Until 30 December 2012
Tickets from £15
Part of #winterfestival
We asked audience members at the first night of Julien Cottereau's show what they thought and these are their reactions.
'Absolutely amazing, really talented guy.'
'He took you into a different world.'
'For adults and children alike -- definitely recommended!'
'Perfecting the ancient craft of clowning.'
Using only the potent powers of the imagination and a startling variety of vocal sound effects, former Cirque-du-Soleil star clown and mime artist Julien Cottereau creates a magical world from nothing, with his utterly engaging performance.
Enter a world of pure imagination where endless fun and games can be had with invisible balls, chewing gum, dogs of all shapes and sizes, a wild beast or two and a fairytale princess.
Until 24 December
Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall
Tickets £15
Part of #winterfestival
http://southbankcentre.co.uk/julien
Inspiring moments from WOW Festival 2012, including interviews with Jude Kelly, Sandi Toksvig, Camila Batmanghelidjh, Mary Portas, June Sarpong and lots of other men and women who took part in last year's celebration of the formidable strength and inventiveness of women.
www.southbankcentre.co.uk/wow
Choreographer Rui Horta and Pianist Rolf Hind discuss Danza Preparata, their performance piece that showcases the genius of John Cage and was part of Ether Festival 2012 at Southbank Centre.
http://ether.southbankcentre.co.uk
The Rest Is Noise festival is one of Southbank Centre's most ambitious classical music undertakings to date.
In this video Artistic Director Jude Kelly explains why she creating this extraordinary year-long festival, which brings to life Alex Ross's widely respected survey of 20th century music, The Rest Is Noise.
The festival features nearly 100 events, including talks, films, performances, participation events and concerts, all exploring 20th-century classical music in the context of historical, political and cultural upheavals. Our partners on the project include the London Philharmonic Orchestra, BBC and The Open University.
southbankcentre.co.uk/therestisnoise
See what happened when Julien Cottereau visited Vauxhall Primary School in London, ahead of performing at Southbank Centre's Winter Festival.
Book now for 13 - 24 December: http://www.southbankcentre.co.uk/winter
Using only the potent powers of the imagination and a startling variety of vocal sound effects, former Cirque-du-Soleil star clown and mime artist Julien Cottereau creates a magical world from nothing, with his utterly engaging performance. Enter a world of pure imagination where endless fun and games can be had with invisible balls, chewing gum, dogs of all shapes and sizes, a wild beast or two and a fairytale princess.
With grateful thanks to the staff and pupils of Vauxhall Primary School, London.
In 2007 Alex Ross wrote the seminal book The Rest Is Noise - listening to the Twentieth Century. Throughout 2013 we bring the book alive, with nearly 100 concerts, performances, films, talks and debates. We take you on a chronological journey through the most important music of the 20th century and dramatise the century's massive political and social upheavals.
The London Philharmonic Orchestra, with over 30 concerts, is the backbone of this festival, which reveals the stories behind the rich, exhilarating and sometimes controversial compositions that have changed the way we listen forever.
More info: www.southbankcentre.co.uk/therestisnoise
International cabaret sensation Meow Meow takes up residency at Southbank Centre, with a sizzling show that will defrost even the coldest of hearts.
Hans Christian Andersen's bittersweet fable is just a springboard into the wild realms of theatrical possibility. With claws of humour and heartache, pathos and irreverence, Meow carves a tuneful trail through the icy reaches of the modern soul.
A Malthouse Theatre Production
in association with Meow Meow Revolution
13 - 30 December 2012
southbankcentre.co.uk/meowmeow
Part of #winterfestival
Welcome to The Winter Festival. Be dazzled by magical Christmas shows with family and friends. Stumble upon free music and events. Explore sparkling Christmas markets.
16 November 2012 - 7 January 2013
southbankcentre.co.uk/winter
#winterfestival
Hayward Gallery and social ping pong pioneers Pongathon challenge you to a ping pong game with a difference. Two players team up to challenge artist Wang Jianwei's table by attempting the longest rally within 60 seconds.
Thursday 15 November, 6pm onwards
Hayward Gallery
southbankcentre.co.uk/china
#artofchange
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Imagine Children's Festival 2013
The Rest is Noise - The Soundtrack to the 20th Century - short
Women And The Criminal Justice System: WOW 2012 panel discussion
Tea With The Lady: Women Of The World Festival 2012
Funny Women at Women Of The World Festival 2012
This Time It Is Rocket Science!
Mary Whitehouse - Prude Or Prophet?
Battering Down The Door: Panel about domestic violence at WOW 2012
Eve Ensler: Women Of The World Festival 2012
Meow Meow's Little Match Girl audience reactions
Julien Cottereau's Imagine Toi 'You've got to see it. It's incredible'
Women of the World Festival - trailer
The Rest Is Noise - why are we doing this year long festival?
Julien Cottereau - Imagine Toi
The Rest is Noise - The Soundtrack to the 20th Century
The Winter Festival 2012 at Southbank Centre
#ArtofChange Pongathon Challenge
