THE WISHLIST August exhibitions concerts, theatre and restaurant openings

THE WISHLIST

EXPERIENCE LONDON

TUTTI FRUTTI Rebecca Hardaker, Benn R. Storey and Dawn Beckles, pictured above, are in the line-up for the third Heal’s Summer Exhibition. Located in the Mansard Gallery, within the fl agship Tottenham Court Road store, it became a landmark for art-lovers throughout the 20th century, introducing the likes of Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse to the public for the fi rst time. Throughout August. heals.com

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ART AND DESIGN

Surrealism Beyond Borders

Don't miss a chance to see this landmark exhibition, which explores how Surrealism has inspired artists from Buenos Aires to Cairo, Lisbon to Mexico City, and Prague to Seoul. The show has been organised in collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

Until 29 August

tate.org.uk

Our Time on Earth

The Barbican Curve explores the concept of technology bringing us closer to nature. This major exhibition celebrates global creativity, evoking conversations around climate change through three sections: Belong, Imagine and Engage.

Until 29 August

barbican.org.uk

EXHIBITIONS AND EVENTS

Like There is Hope and I Can Dream of Another World

See the extraordinary work of arts and mental health charity, Hospital Rooms. The show at Hauser & Wirth on Savile Row will include major new installation-based artworks by long-term Hospital Rooms collaborators, Mark Titchner, Harold Offeh and Michelle Williams Gamaker (left).

19 August-14 September

hauserwirth.com

Summer in The Square

Back and better than ever, the always popular Summer in the Square returns. Relax on a deck chair within Marylebone's Portman Square. There'll be a full line-up of fun, from wellbeing activities to crafting.

17 August and 7 September

bakerstreetq.co.uk

Family Activity: Chocolate Workshop

Chocolate lovers are invited to the Chelsea Physic Garden (below) to learn how chocolate starts as cacao beans and is transformed. Design your own treats with a selection of herbs, flavourings and spices.

29 August

chelseaphysicgarden.co.uk

THEATRE AND MUSIC

My Fair Lady

The first revival of Lerner & Loewe's beloved musical for 21 years at the English National Opera. Starring Amara Okereke as Eliza Doolittle, the production also marks the return of stage legend Dame Vanessa Redgrave, who plays Mrs Higgins (above).

Until 27 August

eno.org

Bill Bailey: En Route to the Royal Opera House

Comedian Bill Bailey returns to the Royal Opera House with a new show. Written before the Covid-19 pandemic, En Route features a heartwarming mix of stories, music and history, with a personal mission to find a way through these strange times.

11-14 August

roh.org.uk

Searcys at The Gherkin

Collaborating with popular wine brand Château d'Esclans' Whispering Angel, Searcys will paint the skies pink this summer. Choose between a rosé afternoon tea or an elegant all-day dining experience at Helix on level 39 (below).

St Mary Axe

searcysatthegherkin.co.uk

Sake Tasting at The Mulwray

The Mulwray presents From Hokkaido to Peckham, with the elusive Japanese beverage, sake, on 10 August. Hosted in The Snug at The Mulwray, the tasting lasts for two hours. Included are four wines plus a 20 per cent discount.

Rupert Street

theblueposts.co.uk/the-mulwray

Bubala Soho

The critically-acclaimed Middle Eastern restaurant founded by Marc Summer opened a second branch on Soho's Poland Street in mid-July. The new branch includes a downstairs private dining room due to open later this year.

Poland Street

bubala.co.uk

J.Sheekey

Step into a world of glamour as J.Sheekey partners with Plymouth Gin to create a new menu of delectable tipples inspired by the British coastline. Until 31 August.

St Martin's Court

j-sheekey.co.uk L

The Glass Menagerie

Hollywood A-lister Amy Adams makes her West End debut as matriarch Amanda Wingfield in Tennessee Williams’ hit play. The masterpiece surrounds Amanda’s desire to build a dream life for her children, Tom and Laura, while they discover their own wants and ambitions.

Until 27 August

thedukeofyorks.com

Coldplay

Fronted by Chris Martin, Coldplay is undoubtedly one of Britain’s finest rock bands. After years of planning, they return to Wembley Stadium for six incredible nights, with extra dates added due to popular demand.

12, 13, 16, 17, 19 & 20 August

wembleystadium.com

LOOK AHEAD

SILENCE AT THE DONMAR

In collaboration with Tara Theatre, the Donmar will stage Silence, adapted from Kavita Puri’s Partition Voices: Untold British Stories. Focused on communal storytelling, Silence marks 75 years since the Partition of India by telling the story of those who were present.

1-17 September

donmarwarehouse. com

CHELSEA HISTORY FESTIVAL

See SW3 in a new light, through a series of talks and events. The festival programme includes tours of State Apartments, Royal Hospital Chelsea and a chance to learn all about the Chelsea Arts Club balls.

17-25 September Chelsea

chelseahistoryfestival. com

TEMPERATE HOUSE YOGA

Take part in an early-morning vinyasa flow in the Victorian glasshouse at The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Enjoy the class, held in pre-opening hours amid 10,000 rare plants, led by Anil Jangi.

25 & 30 August

kew.org