Alan Walker. Press photo
Scandinavian Culture Calendar – Where to go, what to see? It’s all happening here! Akøde at Café Oto (14 July) Akøde is an experimental jazz group comprising British saxophonist Alan Wilkinson together with three Norwegians: guitarist Kim Johannesen, bassist Ola Høyer and drummer Dag Erik Knedal Andersen. After releasing their second album in 2015, the quartet took a break to pursue individual projects. This UK performance will see their return to the bristling and creative improvisations they are known for. 7.30pm. Café Oto, The Print House, 1822 Ashwin Street, London E8 3DL, UK. www.cafeoto.co.uk 120 | Issue 126 | July 2019
Weekend Festival Finland (19-20 July) Weekend Festival is one of Europe’s most popular EDM, house and techno festivals, taking place every year in Helsinki, Finland. This year, it is held at Suvilahti, a former energy production area in the Sörnäinen neighbourhood, with headliners including international stars such as Armin van Buuren, Bastille and Lil Uzi Vert, as well as Scandinavian names like Swedish House Mafia, Alan Walker and Anna Puu. Suvilahti, Helsinki, Finland. www.wknd.fi
By Sanne Wass
The Hunt as a play (until 3 August) A world premiere, this new drama is based on the critically acclaimed Danish film thriller Jagten (The Hunt) by Thomas Vinterberg and Tobias Lindholm. The adaptation is written by playwright David Farr and directed by Rupert Goold. Almeida Theatre, Almeida Street, London N1 1TA, UK. www.almeida.co.uk
Øyafestivalen (6-10 August) Øyafestivalen is Oslo’s alternative and indie haven, taking place every year in Issue 126 | July 2019 | 120