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FEBRUARY

Welcome to the Southbank Centre

There’s nothing quite like the energy and excitement of Imagine Children’s Festival: our vibrant family festival which sweeps through the Southbank Centre in February with more than 100 inspiring, uplifting and captivating events. This is the second year that all performances are Relaxed Performances, creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all. Our new Hayward Gallery show, When Forms Come Alive, reflects on 60 years of contemporary sculpture. It’s a wonderfully dynamic exhibition full of artworks that seem to move and change, connecting us to the physical world.

A whole new programme of classical music begins this month, too. Spring/Summer 2024 spotlights many brilliant artists and ensembles, and the great work of our Resident Orchestras, and offers many chances to feel the breathtaking power of live classical music up close. Mark Ball Artistic Director, Southbank Centre

Wednesday 7 – Saturday 17 February

Imagine Children’s Festival Celebrate creativity in all its forms at our Imagine Children’s Festival, returning with a packed programme of fantastic theatre, music, literature, dance and free family fun Taking place over the February half-term holiday, this year’s edition of our annual family festival bursts with all the excitement and variety that’s made it a treat for children and their grown-ups for over two decades. With more than 130 events – many of them free – the festival includes plenty to spark inspiration and encourage growing interests in all personalities. This year's Imagine Children’s Festival is a Relaxed festival, meaning that all events have a relaxed approach to noise and movement in the space. There are also Sensory Adapted, BSL interpreted and Audio Described performances.

workshops or join Prancer the Dancer’s DanceDanceDiscoPartyFunShow to let off some rainbow-hued steam.

Curious minds and class clowns Budding scientists are introduced to human anatomy through fun-filled quizzes at Dr Ronx: Amazing Bodies and future physicists discover bionic limbs and more in Patrick Kane: Human 2.0. Meanwhile, wise-cracking comedians will love Shelf: The Kids’ Show!, featuring a performance and workshop based around the duo’s award-winning sketch comedy.

puppet show The Instrumentals. Meanwhile, Wonder Gig, CBeebies: Ocean Adventure and The David Gibb Big Band invite younger children to experience live music.

Rising voices There’s plenty to help young people find their voice, with events all about using art, poetry and storytelling to be heard. Check out What Do You Want to Say?, SPIN: Raps, Poems and Stories, Putting It in a Letter: Poetry Writing Workshop and social justice-focused Writing Workshop with Yassmin Abdel-Magied.

Emerging explorers

Daydreamers and play-seekers

To colour the holiday for young illustrators, head to A Morning with Rob Biddulph, check out Picture a Poem: Writing & Illustration Workshop, and make for our creative station, based around Bob and Roberta Smith’s book Art Makes People Powerful and artist Jessica Voorsanger's work, to get crafty.

For eager adventurers, Mish Mash Family Trail unfolds a path of family-friendly discovery around our site, while Starchitects: A Cosmic Adventure blasts audiences into space. Take a flight of fancy through India in Chotto Desh, from award-winning choreographer Akram Khan; enjoy a sensory journey for children with complex needs with The River; and get your jetpacks ready for interactive storytelling sessions with The Marvellous Myth Hunter.

Let music, colourful lights and tactile objects sweep you away in Rockaby or feast all your senses in A Mashy, Squishy Potato Party with Maryam Huq. Join us for Wellbeing Wind Down most days of the festival to recharge your batteries and get ready for more fun to come.

Mini movers

Music-makers

Budding artists

Little legs filled with lightning? Get your groove on at ZooNation’s Hip-Hop Half-Term

Enjoy a huge array of musical events, from Little Big Sing with Trans Voices to magical

For the full line-up, head to our website

February highlights When Forms Come Alive Spanning over 60 years of contemporary sculpture, this exhibition highlights ways in which artists draw on familiar experiences of movement, flux and organic growth. Inspired by sources ranging from a dancer’s gesture to the breaking of a wave, from a flow of molten metal to the interlacing of a spider’s web, the artworks in When Forms Come Alive conjure fluid and shifting realms of experience. The exhibition features work by 21 international artists: Ruth Asawa, Nairy Baghramian, Phyllida Barlow, Lynda Benglis, Michel Blazy, Paloma Bosquê, Olaf Brzeski, Choi Jeong Hwa, Tara Donovan, DRIFT, Eva Fàbregas, Holly Hendry, EJ Hill, Marguerite Humeau, Jean-Luc Moulène, Senga Nengudi, Ernesto Neto, Martin Puryear, Matthew Ronay, Teresa Solar Abboud and Franz West. Wednesday 7 February – Monday 6 May

Find out more about the exhibition on our website

Also this month... Patricia Kopatchinskaja: Dies Irae

Orii Presents: Weekender

The innovative violinist, one of our Resident Artists for Spring/ Summer 2024, responds to climate change in a staged production that contrasts old music with new.

The music collective's takeover features Benji Appiah and Blue Lab Beats on Friday, and Amy Gadiaga, Doom Cannon, Lizzie Berchie and Zamar on Saturday.

Wednesday 21 February

Friday 23 & Saturday 24 February

Roger Eno + NYX

Joelle Taylor: The Night Alphabet

In a double bill, drone choir NYX presents a new ecstatic choral work, and Roger Eno performs music from his latest album, the skies, they shift like chords. Sunday 25 February

Joelle Taylor performs a staged reading from her debut novel, directed by Neil Bartlett and hosted by Russell Tovey. Friday 16 February

Andrew McMillan: Pity The author introduces Pity, a celebration of resilience. ‘This beautiful book about the marks that are left on people and places in turn leaves a deep empathic mark on the reader,’ says writer Max Porter. Thursday 8 February

Marc-André Hamelin: Beethoven, Medtner & Godowsky The living legend of the piano performs a recital headed by Beethoven’s mighty Hammerklavier Sonata. Friday 23 February

Family

This year’s Imagine Children’s Festival is jam-packed with brilliant theatre, comedy, music, literature, poetry, dance and flat-out family fun Wednesday 7

Wednesday 7 – Friday 9

Wednesday 7 – Friday 16

Thursday 8

Grow

The Sticky Dance

Mish Mash Family Trail

Part of Imagine Children's Festival See a brand-new version of the smash-hit, sellout Edinburgh Fringe show. For ages 2+.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Three dancers shimmy through the audience in this interactive tactile dance performance for young children. For ages 3 – 5.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Gather your family and friends and prepare for an interactive and colourful art journey across our site. For ages 3+.

The Sticky Dance: Sensory Adapted

Various times; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £16 (admits one adult and one child)

From 10am; Across the site; Free

There's a Monster in Your Show

Southbank Centre Youth Voices

11am, 12:30pm & 2pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

The David Gibb Big Band Part of Imagine Children's Festival Get stuck in to a multi-genre gig experience on this interactive musical journey for children. For ages 2 – 5. 11.30am & 2.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

Part of Imagine Children's Festival A high-energy interactive musical show adapted from Tom Fletcher's Who’s in Your Book? series. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL): Thu 8 Feb, 1.30pm. For ages 2+. Various times; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £20 (adult) £15 (child)

Wednesday 7, 21 & 28

Aged 10 – 18 and curious about singing? Join our group to discover the joy of singing together. 5pm; Various venues; Free (email emergingartists@southbankcentre.co.uk to sign up)

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Three dancers shimmy through the audience in this sensory adapted dance performance for neurodivergent children aged 3 – 7. 10.30am & 11.30am; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £16 (admits one adult and one child)

A Mashy, Squishy Potato Party with Maryam Huq

Leap Through Time with Patience Agbabi

An Afternoon with Michael Rosen

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Dig in to a fun and flavoursome event celebrating children’s book Bhorta Bhorta Baby! For ages 3+.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Help protect the future with the Leaplings in this time-travelling book event. For ages 7+.

11am & 1.30pm; Level 5 Function Room, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £14 (admits one adult and one child)

11am; Weston Roof Pavilion, Level 6, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £8 (adult) £6 (child)

Part of Imagine Children's Festival The author and national treasure introduces his new book at an afternoon of family entertainment. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 6+.

Wonder Gig

Saturday 10 & Sunday 11

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Attend this gentle and interactive session of acoustic pop hits played live. For ages 0 – 5. 11.30am & 2pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Friday 9

Rug Rhymes with Chitra Soundar Part of Imagine Children's Festival Sing and rhyme along at this free edition of the National Poetry Library’s session for under-5s, led by the poet and author. 10.30am & 2pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Choogh Choogh Part of Imagine Children's Festival All aboard for a delightful train journey through India in a show combining classical Indian dance with contemporary movement, theatre and play. For ages 2+. 11.30am & 3pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Friday 9 & Saturday 10

Chotto Desh Part of Imagine Children's Festival Akram Khan Company’s heartwarming family-friendly dance-theatre tale of a boy’s dreams and memories. Sat 10 Feb, 6.30pm: Audio Described; Touch Tour available. For ages 7+. Various times; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £14 – £24 (adult) £10.50 – £18 (child)

Friday 9 – Thursday 15

Art Makes People Powerful Part of Imagine Children's Festival Come to our creative zone, inspired by Bob and Roberta Smith's activity book and artist Jessica Voorsanger's work. For ages 3 – 11. Various times; Exhibition Space, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; Free, but ticketed

Saturday 10

The Intergenerational Game: Lunar New Year Edition Part of Imagine Children's Festival A day of games, competitions and laughter for families of all shapes and sizes to celebrate the Lunar New Year. For ages 5+. 10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Boxed In Part of Imagine Children's Festival A playful, family-focused nonverbal performance ideal for anyone who doesn’t always understand the rules. Sat 10 Feb, 2.30pm: Sensory Adapted. For ages 3 – 6. 11.30am & 2.30pm; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

The Instrumentals Part of Imagine Children's Festival Groove to soulful sounds at this original family musical about a girl's adventure with some dusty musical instruments, which, far from being junk, are pure funk! Sun 11 Feb, 11.30am: Sensory Adapted. Sun 11 Feb, 2pm: British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 4+. Various times; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £14 (adult) £10.50 (child)

Saturday 10 – Friday 16

Wellbeing Wind Down Part of Imagine Children's Festival Free mindfulness sessions designed to help the whole family relax. Sun 11 & Thu 15 Feb: British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 5+. 3.30pm (closed Mon 12 Feb; Tue 13 Feb additional session at 12 noon); The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Sunday 11

ZooNation's Hip-Hop Half-Term Part of Imagine Children's Festival A day of free workshops, DJ sets and a performance by amazing young hip-hop dancers. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 5+. 10.30am – 3.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

A Morning with Rob Biddulph Part of Imagine Children's Festival Discover the tale of a small whale with a big heart at an event with the author and illustrator. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 5+.

3pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

Monday 12

Prancer the Dancer’s DanceDanceDiscoPartyFunShow Part of Imagine Children's Festival Power the disco dance floor and learn fun routines at this party. For ages 3+. 10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Picture a Poem: Writing & Illustration Workshop Part of Imagine Children's Festival Some poets don’t just write fantastic poems, Antoinette Brooks can draw them too (and so can you)! For ages 3 – 6. 10.45am; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (admits one adult and one child)

The River Part of Imagine Children's Festival Bamboozle Theatre’s show is a tactile, sensory theatre experience for children who might be described as having profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD), specifically designed for wheelchair users. For ages 6 – 14. Various times; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £16 (admits one child and up to three guests)

Poems Aloud! Writing & Sharing Workshop Part of Imagine Children's Festival Would you like to write poems to share with your family and friends? Learn how with poet Shagufta K Iqbal. For ages 5 – 7. 1pm; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (admits one adult and one child)

YolanDa's Band Jam and Friends Part of Imagine Children's Festival In a live version of her CBeebies TV show, the saxophonist introduces families to the joys of music. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 3+. 2.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £12 – £20 (adult) £9 – £15 (child)

Putting It in a Letter: Poetry Writing Workshop Part of Imagine Children's Festival Use letter-writing to explore your feelings and create poems in a workshop with poet Stephen Lightbown. For ages 7 – 11. 2.45pm; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (admits one adult and one child)

Monday 12 & Tuesday 13

Aurora Orchestra: Mendelssohn and the Moving Machines Part of Imagine Children's Festival Beep beep, all aboard! Take a trip on different engines of history in Aurora’s brand-new family show. For ages 0 – 5. Various times; Level 5 Function Room, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (adult) £8 (child)

Monday 12 – Wednesday 14

What Do You Want to Say? Part of Imagine Children's Festival Have your say at a placard-making drop-in workshop inspired by our Art Makes People Powerful event. For ages 5+. 10am – 3.30pm; St Paul’s Roof Pavilion, Level 6, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Tuesday 13

Shelf: The Kids’ Show! Part of Imagine Children's Festival Hilarious duo Rachel and Ruby perform and lead a free, interactive sketch comedy workshop. For ages 5+. 10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

CBeebies: Ocean Adventure Part of Imagine Children's Festival Take a deep breath and dive underwater for a fun-filled CBeebies musical ocean adventure for all the family! For ages 3+. 1.30pm & 3.45pm; Royal Festival Hall; £12 – £24 (adult) £9 – £18 (child)

Tuesday 13 – Thursday 15

Rockaby Part of Imagine Children's Festival Gentle music and coloured lights play, creating a sensory feast for babies aged 6 – 18 months. Various times; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £8 (each audience member, adult and baby, needs their own ticket)

11am; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

Booking fees apply online (£3.50) and over the phone (£4). There are no booking fees for in-person bookings, Southbank Centre Members, Supporters Circles and Patrons.

Wednesday 14

Thursday 15 – Saturday 17

Saturday 17

Little Big Sing with Trans Voices

Starchitects: A Cosmic Adventure

Joseph Coelho: Luna Loves Gardening

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Join us for a day of singing and beatboxing workshops with the incredible choir Trans Voices. For ages 5+.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Bring the whole family to this joyful, cosmic adventure, telling the story of five children who dream of reaching the moon. Starchitects mixes dance, circus and physical theatre. Fri 16 Feb, 11am: Audio Described; Touch Tour available. For ages 3+.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho and illustrator Fiona Lumbers present their inspiring new book. For ages 3+.

10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Wednesday 14 & Thursday 15

Grooving with Pirates Part of Imagine Children's Festival Join the Groove Baby Organ Trio for a funk and jazz adventure on the high seas! Thu 15 Feb, 11.30am: British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 3 – 7. Various times; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £14 (adult) £10.50 (child)

Thursday 15

SPIN: Raps, Poems and Stories Part of Imagine Children's Festival A fun-filled, live and interactive poetry gig for kids, featuring Kenny Baraka, Jan Blake, Shagufta K Iqbal, Ioney Smallhorne and Zohab Zee Khan. The session at 1.30pm is British Sign Language (BSL) interpreted. For ages 5+. 10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

David Litchfield & His Merry Band of Bears Part of Imagine Children's Festival Hear all about the bear who found a piano in the woods and grew up to become a huge star! British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 3+. 11am; Level 5 Function Room, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £8 (adult) £6 (child)

Patrick Kane: Human 2.0 Part of Imagine Children's Festival Take a glimpse into the future as Patrick Kane introduces his inspiring book about medical engineering. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 8+. 1pm; Level 5 Function Room, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £8 (adult) £6 (child)

Rosie Jones: The Amazing Edie Eckhart Part of Imagine Children's Festival TV comedian Rosie Jones introduces her sparky and HILARIOUS new Edie Eckhart story for World Book Day. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 8 – 11.

Various times; Queen Elizabeth Hall ;£12 – £20 (adult) £9 – £15 (child)

Friday 16

Top Draw! Part of Imagine Children's Festival Pens and pencils at the ready! Journey with us on an ink-filled day of illustration and storytelling. For ages 5+. 10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Dr Ronx: Amazing Bodies Part of Imagine Children's Festival Budding scientists! Go on a tour around the human body with trans non-binary emergency doctor Dr Ronx. For ages 6 – 9. 10.45am; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £10 (adult) £7.50 (child)

Writing Workshop with Yassmin Abdel-Magied Part of Imagine Children's Festival An inspiring, interactive writing session for children, with social justice at its heart. For ages 9+.

10.45am; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £10 (adult) £7.50 (child)

The Marvellous Myth Hunter: Mad Monsterzz Part of Imagine Children's Festival Flit from India to Russia to Greece in an interactive storytelling event full of adventure and daring. For ages 6+. 1.30pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

The Marvellous Myth Hunter: Family Feuds Part of Imagine Children's Festival An epic, interactive search for family feuds and sibling squabbles from ancient cultures around the world. For ages 6+. 3.30pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

Friday 23

Rug Rhymes at the NPL Share songs and poems with your little ones in a short session of nursery rhymes for under-5s. 11am; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £4 (admits one adult and one child)

11am & 1.30pm; Sunley Pavilion, Level 3, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (admits one adult and one child)

John Agard: Windrush Child & Other Stories Part of Imagine Children's Festival A warm and witty performance from the legendary author, including readings from his new children’s book. For ages 5 – 11. 1.15pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £10 (adult) £7.50 (child)

An Afternoon with MG Leonard Part of Imagine Children's Festival Join the bestselling author of Twitch for an engaging, humorous talk. For ages 7+. 3.30pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £10 (adult) £7.50 (child)

3pm; Level 5 Function Room, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £8 (adult) £6 (child)

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Gigs Whatever you’re into, join us for gigs showcasing sensational sounds from across the globe, including huge names and gigs for little music-lovers

Wednesday 7

Monday 12

Wednesday 14 & Thursday 15

Friday 23 & Saturday 24

The David Gibb Big Band

Prancer the Dancer’s DanceDanceDiscoPartyFunShow

Grooving with Pirates

Orii Presents: Weekender

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Get stuck in to a multi-genre gig experience on this interactive musical journey for children. For ages 2 – 5. 11.30am & 2.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

Wonder Gig Part of Imagine Children's Festival Attend this gentle and interactive session of acoustic pop hits played live. For ages 0 – 5. 11.30am & 2pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Saturday 10

Avatar: The Last Airbender Aang's journey comes to life on screen while the series’ soundtrack is performed live by an orchestra. For ages 7+. 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £31.50 – £95.50

Sunday 11

Transatlantic Sessions Explore and celebrate the rich musical traditions that connect Scotland, Ireland and the US. Under-14s must be accompanied by an adult. 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £30 – £40

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Power the disco dance floor and learn fun routines at this party. For ages 3+. 10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Join the Groove Baby Organ Trio for a funk and jazz adventure on the high seas! Thu 15 Feb, 11.30am: British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 3 – 7. Various times; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £14 (adult) £10.50 (child)

Thursday 22

futuretense: Niels + SRF Part of futuretense Our free gig series features nostalgic R&B-influenced Niels, and multi-instrumentalist SRF. 5.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer; Free

Friday 23 Wednesday 14

Little Big Sing with Trans Voices Part of Imagine Children's Festival Join us for a day of singing and beatboxing workshops with the incredible choir Trans Voices. For ages 5+. 10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Simmer Down Feel the reggae rhythm at this free monthly daytime dance that'll get you grooving. Simmer Down is great for older adults and parents with young children, but all ages are welcome. 1.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer; Free

The Brand New Heavies The acid-jazz pioneers tour their greatest hits, with the London Concert Orchestra. Under-14s must be accompanied by an adult. 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £18.50 – £49

Embrace the spirit of community with intimate performances from the innovative music collective. Headliners: Fri 23 Feb: Benji Appiah + Blue Lab Beats; Sat 24 Feb: Amy Gadiaga + Doom Cannon. 7pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £15 – £20

Sunday 25

Roger Eno + NYX In a double bill, drone choir NYX presents a new ecstatic choral work, and Roger Eno performs music from his latest album, the skies, they shift like chords. 7.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £18 – £25

Thursday 29

futuretense: DEJA + Mychelle Part of futuretense Black pop-powerhouse DEJA appears in a double bill with fastrising singer-songwriter Mychelle. 5.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer; Free

Art & exhibitions

From internationally acclaimed artists at the Hayward Gallery to pop-up installations and immersive experiences, art and exhibitions can be found all around our site

Throughout the month

Until Saturday 17

From Wednesday 7

Until Sunday 11

A Birthday Garland

Foyer Archives: A Great Sense of Space

When Forms Come Alive

Squire & Partners: Winter Windows

Consider the visual aspects of language at this free exhibition of work by artist Mary Kuper. For all ages. Until Sun 11 Feb; Tue, 12 noon – 6pm; Wed – Sun, 12 noon – 8pm (closed Mon); National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; Free

This free archive display tells the story of the Royal Festival Hall foyers, from 1951 to the present day. Mon & Tue, 10am – 6pm; Wed – Sun, 10am – 11pm; Archive Studio, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Spanning over 60 years of contemporary sculpture, this exhibition highlights ways in which artists draw on familiar experiences of movement, flux and organic growth. Until Mon 6 May; Tue – Fri, 10am – 6pm; Sat, 10am – 8pm; Sun, 10am – 6pm (closed Mon); Hayward Gallery; Standard £18, Hayward Gallery supporter* £19.80 (free to Southbank Centre Members & under-12s)

Our Queen Elizabeth Hall windows are lit up by an installation created with local schoolchildren. 4pm – 11pm daily; Queen Elizabeth Hall Riverside Terrace; Free

Booking fees apply online (£3.50) and over the phone (£4). There are no booking fees for in-person bookings, Southbank Centre Members, Supporters Circles and Patrons. * Supporter tickets include a voluntary donation of at least 10% of the standard admission charge, to support the Southbank Centre’s work. If you buy a supporter ticket and make a Gift Aid declaration, we can claim the tax paid on the full ticket price, not just the donation.

Classical music

Our programme celebrates the incredible 500-year history of classical music, bringing to life celebrated works from the past and telling brand new stories

Thursday 1

Friday 2

Philharmonia Orchestra: Santtu Conducts Mahler & Berlioz

Philharmonia Orchestra: History's Persistent Voice with Julia Bullock

Love, death, nature and heaven are all on the table in this lush Romantic programme, with Philharmonia Orchestra Featured Artist Julia Bullock. Santtu-Matias Rouvali conductor Julia Bullock voice Berlioz Les nuits d'été; Mahler Symphony No.4

New songs, readings and visuals celebrating Black American artists combine at this event created by Julia Bullock. Christian Reif conductor Julia Bullock voice Hana S Kim visual artist Jessie Montgomery 5 Freedom Songs (European premiere); Cassie Kinoshi blue skies, bluer seas (World premiere); Allison LogginsHull Mama's Little Precious Thing (European premiere); Tania León Green Pastures (European premiere)

7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; Tickets from £15

6pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; Tickets from £10

Chineke! Orchestra: Watts, Saint-Saëns, Coleridge-Taylor

Saturday 3

A world premiere by 19-yearold composer Tristen J.T. Watts opens this dynamic programme, while Samuel Coleridge-Taylor’s Symphony in A minor provides a stunning conclusion. Leslie Suganandarajah conductor William Campbell organ Tristen J.T. Watts Overture in B flat (Majestiqué) (World premiere); Saint-Saëns Symphony No.3 in C minor (Organ); Coleridge-Taylor Symphony No.1 in A minor

Up-and-coming musicians are conducted by the LPO’s Edward Gardner in a free concert. Members of the London Philharmonic Orchestra LPO Foyle Future Firsts Royal Academy of Music Students Edward Gardner conductor Stravinsky Symphonies of Wind Instruments (vers. rev. 1947); Tania León Acana; Tippett Little Music for string orchestra; Daniels Deep Forest

7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £9 – £60

6pm; Royal Festival Hall; Free

LPO Showcase: Foyle Future Firsts and RAM

London Philharmonic Orchestra: Frank Peter Zimmermann Plays Elgar

Friday 9

Friday 16

Thursday 22

London Philharmonic Orchestra: Oksana Lyniv Conducts Dvořák

LPO Showcase: Junior Artists

Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment: Mozart – Love Is in the Air

Elgar’s work of incomparable beauty and passion is perfect for tonight’s soloist, the extraordinary Frank Peter Zimmermann. Edward Gardner conductor Frank Peter Zimmermann violin Elgar Violin Concerto; Schumann Symphony No.2 in C

Expect sunshine, dance rhythms and birdsong from Dvořák’s happiest symphony. Oksana Lyniv conductor Inbal Segev cello Janáček The Cunning Little Vixen Suite; Victoria Vita Polevá Symphony No.4 for cello & orchestra (The Bell) (UK premiere); Dvořák Symphony No.8

7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £14 – £70

Sunday 4

Philharmonia Orchestra: Santtu Conducts Strauss & Shostakovich The Philharmonia has a long association with Strauss, and Rouvali has chosen two contrasting tone poems of his for this afternoon’s concert. Santtu-Matias Rouvali conductor Vadim Gluzman violin Sibelius Andante festivo; Shostakovich Violin Concerto No.2; Strauss Tod und Verklärung; Till Eulenspiegels lustige Streiche 3pm; Royal Festival Hall; Tickets from £15

Tuesday 6

Aurora Orchestra: Teachers' CPD Primary teachers are invited to a hands-on music session designed to develop EYFS, KS1 and KS2 classroom practice. 10.30am; Foyle Pavilion, Level 3, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £40

Far, Far Away with Aurora Orchestra Go on an adventure in Aurora Orchestra’s brand-new show for EYFS and KS1 classes. 10.30am, 11.45am & 1pm; Level 5 Function Room, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £110 per class

Thursday 8

Icons Rediscovered: Rachmaninov’s Symphony No.2 Rachmaninov’s glorious Second Symphony is music of rolling storm clouds, blissful romance and melodies that seem to stretch out to the horizon. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Vasily Petrenko conductor Jennifer France soprano Elgar Overture, Cockaigne (In London Town); Strauss 6 Songs, Op.68 (Brentano Lieder); Rachmaninov Symphony No.2 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £10 – £55

7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £14 – £70

Saturday 10

Avatar: The Last Airbender Aang's journey comes to life on screen while the series’ soundtrack is performed live by an orchestra. 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £31.50 – £95.50

Monday 12 & Tuesday 13

Tuesday 13

CBeebies: Ocean Adventure Part of Imagine Children's Festival Take a breath and dive underwater for a fun-filled CBeebies musical ocean adventure for all the family! For ages 3+. 1.30pm & 3.45pm; Royal Festival Hall; £12 – £24 (adult) £9 – £18 (child)

Wednesday 14

NieR:Orchestra Concert 12024 [the end of data] Music of the popular video game series NieR returns to the UK. 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £50 – £165

Thursday 15

Philharmonia Orchestra: Scheherazade, and Dessner with Alice Sara Ott Bryce Dessner wrote this new work especially for the ‘dazzling… unstoppable’ (The Guardian) pianist Alice Sara Ott. Elim Chan conductor Alice Sara Ott piano Berlioz Overture, Le corsaire; Bryce Dessner Piano Concerto (UK premiere); Rimsky-Korsakov Scheherazade 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £10 – £65

Classical stars of tomorrow join London Philharmonic Orchestra members for this free event. LPO Foyle Future Firsts LPO Junior Artists Luis Castillo-Briceño conductor Bronsart Overture, Jery und Bätely; Judith Bailey Trencrom, Op.16; Bizet Prelude; Aragonaise & Intermezzo from Carmen arr. Kerényi; Tayla-Leigh Payne It's only a dream (World premiere); Bartók Transylvanian Dances, Sz.96 6pm; Royal Festival Hall; Free

London Philharmonic Orchestra: Colour and Fantasy A flash of light, a cascade of sparks: when Stravinsky’s The Firebird bursts into dazzling life, it’s the portal to a new sonic universe of fantasy and colour. Gustavo Gimeno conductor Javier Perianes piano Stravinsky Scherzo fantastique; Francisco Coll Ciudad sin sueño (City that does not sleep) - fantasia for piano & orchestra (World premiere); Falla Nights in the Gardens of Spain for piano & orchestra; Stravinsky The Firebird, Suite (1919) 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £14 – £70

Wednesday 21

London Philharmonic Orchestra: Canellakis Conducts Brahms Brahms’ last symphony begins softly, but as he nears the end of a lifetime’s struggle, he strides fearlessly into the raging storm. Karina Canellakis conductor Pablo Ferrández cello Mussorgsky Khovanshchina Prelude to Act 1 (Dawn over the Moscow River) orch. Shostakovich; Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.1; Brahms Symphony No.4 7.30pm; Royal Festival Hall; £14 – £70

Patricia Kopatchinskaja: Dies Irae The innovative violinist responds to climate change and the raging wars in our world in a staged production incorporating video projections and lighting. With music from the Gregorian Chant for the Requiem Mass to its violent reinvention for eight double basses by Galina Ustvolskaya, Kopatchinskaja takes us on a musical journey from the earth's heartbeat to its manmade demise. Patricia Kopatchinskaja violin Michael Wendeberg piano, organ, harpsichord Aurora Orchestra 7.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £15 – £52.50

A night of vocal wizardry showcases Mozart’s lifelong love of the soprano voice, with virtuosic concert arias and operatic selections. Riccardo Minasi conductor Louise Alder soprano Mozart Overture & Come scoglio immoto resta from Così fan Tutte; Alma grande e nobil core, K.578; Overture, Don Giovanni; Overture, E Susanna non vien!, Dove sono i bei momenti & Voi, che sapete from The Marriage of Figaro; Non piu! Tutto ascoltai (Non temer, amato bene), K.490; Symphony No.31 (Paris) 7pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £15 – £78

London Sinfonietta: New Traditions The virtuosic contemporary music ensemble travels to the future with three UK premieres and a favourite past commission. Jack Sheen conductor Nina Guo soprano Sky Macklay Microvariations (UK premiere); George Lewis Tales of the traveller; Katherine Balch waste knot for soprano & ensemble (UK premiere); Michel van der Aa Shades of red (UK premiere) 7.45pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £20 – £32

Friday 23

Marc-André Hamelin: Beethoven, Medtner & Godowsky A chance to hear the ‘breathtaking virtuosity’ (The Guardian) of Marc-André Hamelin, performing Beethoven’s mighty Hammerklavier Sonata. Marc-André Hamelin piano Beethoven Sonata in B flat, Op.106 (Hammerklavier); Adelaïde, Op.46 arr. Liszt for piano, S.466; Medtner Sonata reminiscenza, Op.38 No.1; Godowsky Symphonic metamorphosis on Strauss' `Wine, Women & Song' 7pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £15 – £52.50

Booking fees apply online (£3.50) and over the phone (£4). There are no booking fees for in-person bookings, Southbank Centre Members, Supporters Circles and Patrons. Classical music multi-buy: with our multibuy offers, you can book concerts from across our classical music programme and receive a discount. There is a small number of events that aren’t included in the multibuy offer. Check individual event pages on our website for further details. Children aged 7+ are welcome at most Southbank Centre classical concerts, except where indicated.

Performance & dance

Heartwarming shows, interactive adventures and dance for all ages: discover colourful performance here in our venues

Wednesday 7

Saturday 10 & Sunday 11

Thursday 15 – Saturday 17

Grow

Boxed In

Part of Imagine Children's Festival See a brand-new version of the smash-hit, sellout Edinburgh Fringe show. For ages 2+.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival A playful, family-focused nonverbal performance ideal for anyone who doesn’t always understand the rules. Sat 10 Feb, 2.30pm: Sensory Adapted. For ages 3 – 6.

Starchitects: A Cosmic Adventure

11am, 12:30pm & 2pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Wednesday 7 – Friday 9

The Sticky Dance Part of Imagine Children's Festival Three dancers shimmy through the audience in this interactive tactile dance performance for young children. For ages 3 – 5. Various times; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £16 (admits one adult and one child)

There's a Monster in Your Show Part of Imagine Children's Festival A high-energy interactive musical show adapted from Tom Fletcher's Who’s in Your Book? series. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL): Thu 8 Feb, 1.30pm. For ages 2+. Various times; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £20 (adult) £15 (child)

Thursday 8

The Sticky Dance: Sensory Adapted Part of Imagine Children's Festival Three dancers shimmy through the audience in this sensory adapted dance performance for neurodivergent children aged 3 – 7. 10.30am & 11.30am; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £16 (admits one adult and one child)

Friday 9

Friday 9 & Saturday 10

11.30am & 2.30pm; Blue Room, Level 1, Royal Festival Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

Sunday 11

Saturday 17

Monday 12

Tuesday 13

Various times; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £14 – £24 (adult) £10.50 – £18 (child)

Booking fees apply online (£3.50) and over the phone (£4). There are no booking fees for in-person bookings, Southbank Centre Members, Supporters Circles and Patrons.

Literature & talks

We’re the home of literature and spoken word events in the UK, and our programme brims with today’s bestselling authors, rising literary stars and award-winning poetry Throughout the month

Friday 2

Wednesday 7

A Birthday Garland

Philharmonia Orchestra: History's Persistent Voice with Julia Bullock

Special Edition: Spoken Word London – Anti-Hate

New songs, readings and visuals celebrating Black American artists combine at this event created by Julia Bullock. For ages 7+. Christian Reif conductor Julia Bullock voice Hana S Kim visual artist Jessie Montgomery 5 Freedom Songs (European premiere); Cassie Kinoshi blue skies, bluer seas (World premiere); Allison LogginsHull Mama's Little Precious Thing (European premiere); Tania León Green Pastures (European premiere)

Hear readings from the Anti-Hate Anthology of poems with Spoken Word London. For ages 16+.

6pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; Tickets from £10

8pm; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £7

Thursday 8

Andrew McMillan: Pity Andrew McMillan’s short and magnificent debut novel is a lament for a lost way of life. For ages 16+. 7.45pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12

A Mashy, Squishy Potato Party with Maryam Huq Part of Imagine Children's Festival Dig in to a fun and flavoursome event celebrating children’s book Bhorta Bhorta Baby! For ages 3+. 11am & 1.30pm; Level 5 Function Room, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £14 (admits one adult and one child)

Friday 9

Rug Rhymes with Chitra Soundar Part of Imagine Children's Festival Sing and rhyme along at this free edition of the National Poetry Library’s session for under-5s. 10.30am & 2pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Saturday 10

Leap Through Time with Patience Agbabi Part of Imagine Children's Festival Help protect the future with the Leaplings in this time-travelling book event. For ages 7+. 11am; Weston Roof Pavilion, Level 6, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £8 (adult) £6 (child)

Sunday 11

An Afternoon with Michael Rosen Part of Imagine Children's Festival The author and national treasure introduces his new book at an afternoon of family entertainment. British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 6+. 3pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12 (adult) £9 (child)

Footnote x Counterpoints Writing Prize Readings Meet the finalists for this inaugural prize for writers from refugee and migrant backgrounds. For ages 16+. 7pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £5 (no booking fee)

Monday 12

Putting It in a Letter: Poetry Writing Workshop

Friday 16

Friday 23

Dr Ronx: Amazing Bodies

Rug Rhymes at the NPL

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Use letter-writing to explore your feelings and create poems in a workshop with poet Stephen Lightbown. For ages 7 – 11.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Budding scientists! Go on a tour around the human body with trans non-binary emergency doctor Dr Ronx. For ages 6 – 9.

2.45pm; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (admits one adult and one child)

10.45am; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £10 (adult) £7.50 (child)

Thursday 15

Write Away with Nikhil and Jay: Workshop Part of Imagine Children's Festival Try your hand at writing with the author of the beloved series in this workshop. For ages 5 – 7. 11am & 1.30pm; Sunley Pavilion, Level 3, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (admits one adult and one child)

Writing Workshop with Yassmin Abdel-Magied Part of Imagine Children's Festival An inspiring, interactive writing session for children, with social justice at its heart. For ages 9+. 11am & 1.30pm; Sunley Pavilion, Level 3, Green Side, Royal Festival Hall; £10 (admits one adult and one child)

Share songs and poems with your little ones in a short session of nursery rhymes for under-5s. 11am; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £4 (admits one adult and one child)

Thursday 29

Out-Spoken: February Part of Out-Spoken Joelle Taylor and Sam ‘Junior’ Bromfield are joined by guests for a night of spoken word and music. Speech-to-Text transcribed (STT). For ages 18+. 7.45pm; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £12

Joelle Taylor: The Night Alphabet Part of Out-Spoken The TS Eliot Prize-winner gives a staged reading from her debut novel, with Russell Tovey hosting. For ages 18+. 8pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall; £15

Saturday 17

Joseph Coelho: Luna Loves Gardening Part of Imagine Children's Festival Children’s Laureate Joseph Coelho and illustrator Fiona Lumbers present their inspiring new book. For ages 3+. 10.45am; Purcell Room at Queen Elizabeth Hall; £10 (adult) £7.50 (child)

Wednesday 21

A Niall McDevitt Celebration Celebrate the remarkable poet Niall McDevitt, who drew on the visionary tradition of William Blake. 8pm; National Poetry Library, Level 5, Blue Side, Royal Festival Hall; £7

Booking fees apply online (£3.50) and over the phone (£4). There are no booking fees for in-person bookings, Southbank Centre Members, Supporters Circles and Patrons.

Free events

There's lots to see and do for free this month, including a nature-inspired concert, an exhibition on our history and oodles of family events

Throughout the month

Friday 2

Saturday 3

Wednesday 7

A Birthday Garland

Mix & Move x Museum of Colour: Chinese Classical Dance

LPO Showcase: Foyle Future Firsts and RAM

Grow

Until Saturday 17

Foyer Archives: A Great Sense of Space This free archive display tells the story of the Royal Festival Hall foyers, from 1951 to today. Mon & Tue, 10am – 6pm; Wed – Sun, 10am – 11pm; Archive Studio, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Learn some new dance moves inspired by different cultures from the global majority. This session explores Chinese folk dance with dancers Shaolin and Yuhao. All ages welcome. 12 noon; The Clore Ballroom, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Part of Imagine Children's Festival See a brand-new version of the smash-hit, sellout Edinburgh Fringe show. For ages 2+. 11am, 12:30pm & 2pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Wednesday 7 – Friday 16

Mish Mash Family Trail Part of Imagine Children's Festival Gather your family and friends and prepare for an interactive and colourful art journey across our site. For ages 3+. From 10am; Across the site; Free

Wednesday 7, 21 & 28

Saturday 10 – Friday 16

Wednesday 14

Southbank Centre Youth Voices

Wellbeing Wind Down

Little Big Sing with Trans Voices

Aged 10 – 18 and curious about singing? Join our group to discover the joy of singing together. 5pm; Various venues; Free (email emergingartists@southbankcentre.co.uk to sign up)

Thursday 8

Friday 9

Friday 9 – Thursday 15

Saturday 10

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Free mindfulness sessions designed to help the whole family relax. Sun 11 & Thu 15 Feb: British Sign Language interpreted (BSL). For ages 5+. 3.30pm (closed Mon 12 Feb; Tue 13 Feb additional session at 12 noon); The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Sunday 11

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Join us for a day of singing and beatboxing workshops with the incredible choir Trans Voices. For ages 5+.

Thursday 15

Get ready to feel the reggae rhythm at this free monthly daytime dance that'll get you grooving. Simmer Down is great for older adults and parents with young children, but all ages are welcome.

Friday 16

Our Queen Elizabeth Hall windows are lit up by an installation created with local schoolchildren.

Part of Imagine Children's Festival Pens and pencils at the ready! Journey with us on an ink-filled day of illustration and storytelling. For ages 5+.

Monday 12 – Wednesday 14

Tuesday 13

5.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer; Free

Friday 23

Squire & Partners: Winter Windows

Monday 12

Part of futuretense Our free gig series features nostalgic R&B-influenced Niels, and multi-instrumentalist SRF.

10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

Until Sunday 11

4pm – 11pm daily; Queen Elizabeth Hall Riverside Terrace; Free

futuretense: Niels + SRF

Top Draw!

10.30am & 1.30pm; The Clore Ballroom, Level 2, Royal Festival Hall; Free

LPO Showcase: Junior Artists Classical stars of tomorrow join London Philharmonic Orchestra members for this free event. LPO Foyle Future Firsts LPO Junior Artists Luis Castillo-Briceño conductor Bronsart Overture, Jery und Bätely; Judith Bailey Trencrom, Op.16; Bizet Prelude; Aragonaise & Intermezzo from Carmen arr. Kerényi; Tayla-Leigh Payne It's only a dream (World premiere); Bartók Transylvanian Dances, Sz.96 6pm; Royal Festival Hall; Free

Thursday 22

Teachers’ Twilight: When Forms Come Alive Part of Schools Primary, secondary and SEND teachers are invited to explore our current Hayward Gallery exhibition and find out how to make the most of it with your classes. 4.30pm; Hayward Gallery; Free, but ticketed

Simmer Down

1.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer; Free1.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer; Free

Thursday 29

futuretense: DEJA + Mychelle Part of futuretense Black pop-powerhouse DEJA appears in a double bill with fastrising singer-songwriter Mychelle. 5.30pm; Queen Elizabeth Hall Foyer; Free

Upcoming highlights South Asian Sounds A series of unforgettable concerts brings together some of the biggest names in South Asian music with cutting-edge new voices and cross-genre collaborations. South Asian Sounds spotlights contemporary and classical music from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh

and Afghanistan as well as ambitious UK-based artists and collectives working at the intersection of cultures and genres, from bhangra to jazz, and Qawwali to club music. Thursday 7 – Sunday 10 March

Also coming soon

Ballet national de Marseille: Roommates

Concrete Lates x Dialled In

Manchester Collective & Fergus McCreadie

Six dance works take in everything from ghost stories to grime, in a programme celebrating dance collective (LA)HORDE’s influences.

Dialled In, the artist-led movement, begin their Southbank Centre takeover with this Concrete Lates session featuring DJ and illustrator Anu (NTS Radio).

In a double bill, the pianist and his trio of jazz musicians join the Manchester Collective for a joyful fusion of styles, ending with a latenight ceilidh.

Friday 8 March

Friday 15 March

James McVinnie: Bach, Buxtehude & Pachelbel

Sonique + Baby D + Rozalla

Relaxed Hours: When Forms Come Alive

The organist begins his residency with a concert celebrating the 70th birthday of the Royal Festival Hall organ.

Step into the realm of electronic beats as these three iconic artists come together for a night of rhythm and energy, accompanied by a live band.

A way to experience our exhibitions at the Hayward Gallery in more relaxed conditions, with additional support such as Touch Tours and a Relaxed Hours Studio.

Friday 15 March

Tuesday 26 March

Friday 1 – Sunday 3 March

Saturday 23 March

Eat & explore Giraffe: a place for all the family Days out on the town can be a hungry business. If you’re looking for a central spot to refuel and relax, our branch of Giraffe beckons: their menu combines the freshest flavours with super-friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere. So, take the weight off and enjoy brunch, lunch, or simply drinks and nibbles at this colourful spot beside the Thames. This is a prime spot for people-watching – and the riverside views aren’t too shabby either. Whether your appetite is olive-sized or the dimensions of a katsu curry, there’s something for you here. Visiting with little ones for our Imagine Children’s Festival? No stress: the extensive kids’ menu caters for under-tens, for every meal of the day. Load up on

English breakfasts or pancake stacks to prep for the frolics ahead, or treat them to mini mains like fish and chips, burgers and pasta, all before returning to our halls for more multi-coloured fun. Situated on Riverside, Level 1 of the Royal Festival Hall, Giraffe is open Sunday – Thursday, 9am – 10pm & Friday – Saturday, 9am – 11pm. To explore all of the places that you can eat and drink around the Southbank Centre, check our website. southbankcentre.co.uk/eatanddrink

While away an hour in Foyles Just a hop, skip and a jump along the riverside from Giraffe, you can find an oasis for book-lovers: our very own branch of Foyles bookshop. Tucked away under the Royal Festival Hall, it's the perfect size for a cheeky lunchtime browse or a quick bibliophile fix while waiting for one of our events to start. There’s always something to discover in their selection of bestsellers, new releases and staff picks, as well as an inspirational (and tempting) selection of gifts and stationery. The footprint of the shop may be a fraction of the iconic Charing Cross Road flagship store, but we challenge you to leave empty-handed.

Younger readers are well-catered for, too, with a bright, inviting range of children’s books for all ages, plus family games, jigsaws and more. Foyles also stocks books relating to our programme of artistic events, so you might find that your favourite new author is speaking in one of our halls soon – don’t forget to check our website for details of upcoming talks. Foyles is open throughout the week, and you can access it from inside the Royal Festival Hall as well as via Queen's Walk. Monday – Sunday 10am – 6pm; Riverside, Level 1

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Image credits On the cover: YolanDa Brown © courtesy CBeebies Inside cover: The Instrumentals © Alex Harvey-Brown This month's highlights: When Forms Come Alive: Tara Donovan, Untitled (Mylar) 2011/2018. Installation view, MCA Denver. Photo: Christopher Burke. Courtesy the artist and Pace Gallery; Patricia Kopatchinskaja © Julia Wesely; Orii Presents: Weekender © Fabrice Bourgelle; Andrew McMillan © Sophie Davidson; NYX © Nathan Goldsworthy; Joelle Taylor © Roman Manfredi; Marc-André Hamelin © Sim Canetty Clarke Header images: Family: The Sticky Dance © Zoe Manders; Gigs: Orii Community © Fabrice Bourgelle; Art & exhibitions: Installation view of Teresa Solar Abboud, Tunnel Boring Machine, 2021, at BIG MOUTH. WITHIN BOUNDARIES. OOZING OUT, 1646 Experimental Art Space, The Netherlands. Photo: Jhoeko, courtesy of the artist and Travesía Cuatro. Colección Fundación ARCO. Depósito Museo CA2M. Classical music: Alice Sara Ott © Nagy Attila; Performance & dance: Starchitects: A Cosmic Adventure © Dan Tucker; Literature & talks: Dr Ronx © Liam Arthur; Free events: ZooNation's Hip-Hop Half-Term © Paul Hampartsoumian Upcoming highlights: Kaushiki Chakraborty © Rehmat Rayatt; Grime Ballet – Dance Because You Can’t Talk to Animals © Thierry Hauswald; Concrete Lates x Dialled In © Sudhir Dasgupta; Fergus McCreadie © Phil Sharp; James McVinnie © Graham Westley Lacdao; Sonique © Jimmy King; Relaxed Hours: When Forms Come Alive © Kadiatou Diallo Eat & explore: Giraffe © Adam Luszniak; Foyles © Steve Thompson