January 2022
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TITANIC: THE EXHIBITION An immersive journey through the life and legacy of the Titanic comes to Canada Water this month, following sell-out runs across Europe and America. Titanic: The Exhibition features 200 never-seenbefore artefacts from the infamous doomed liner that tell touching stories of the ship's passengers. Thanks to the contribution of historians, as well as the world-renowned Titanic expert and author, Claes-Göran Wetterhol, visitors will also be able to experience life-size recreations of some of the ship’s interiors. Dock X London, Unit 1 Canada Water, Surrey Quays Road, SE16 2XU. Adult tickets from £27.90, children from £15.90. www.titanicexhibitionlondon.com
The local line-up for your diary ― Cara Cummings
BEST OF ENEMIES AT THE YOUNG VIC
p David Harewood and Charles Edwards in Best of Enemies ©Wasi Daniju
David Harewood and Charles Edwards star in this critically acclaimed staging of political playwright James Graham’s latest play, based on the nightly feuds between conservative TV pundit William F Buckley Jr. and his liberal adversary Gore Vidal during the 1968 American election. With both leads on career-defining form, this is one not to miss. Until Sat 22 January. 66 The Cut, SE1 8LZ. Tickets from £10. www.youngvic.org
HELEN FRANKENTHALER: RADICAL BEAUTY Dulwich Picture Gallery presents the first major UK exhibition of woodcut prints by leading abstract expressionist, Helen Frankenthaler. Frankenthaler (1928–2011) is recognised among the most important American abstract artists of the 20th century. This exhibition shines a light on her groundbreaking woodcuts, which appear painterly and spontaneous with expanses of colour and fluid forms.
BURNS NIGHT CEILIDH AT STREATHAM SPACE PROJECT
Until 18 April. Gallery Road, SE21 7AD. Adult tickets £15 (£8 concs), kids go free. www.dulwichpicturegallery. org.uk
Following sell-out events in 2019 and 2020, London's favourite Burns Night Ceilidh is back. Expect a night of wild Scottish dancing soundtracked by band The Ceilidh Tree, along with a special supper featuring an ode to the Haggis. But of course. Start practising those reels - and lateral flow before you go…
Helen Frankenthaler, Cedar Hill, 1983. Ten color woodcut ©2021 Helen Frankenthaler Foundation, Inc. / ARS, NY and DACS, London / Crown Point Press, Oakland, CA
Sat 22 January, 7.30pm. Sternhold Avenue, Streatham Hill, SW2 4PA. Tickets £15, supper £8. www.streathamspaceproject.co.uk
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COUNSELLING WITH MONICA BASSANI January can be a difficult time. If you’re looking for a helping hand, counsellor Monika Bassani can help provide a private outlet in which to talk of difficulties emerging from family dynamics, interpersonal trauma and loss. Monika can also guide couples in exploring the dynamics in your rapport, attachment styles, how to accept differences and improving communication, including in a pre-marital framework. She uses an integrative approach to counselling and psychotherapy, a blend of theories and interventions to suit the individual needs of the client. Contact Monika to find out more via www.monikabassanicounselling.com.
HOT DESKING AT THE PAXTON CENTRE Already tired of WFH? Head to The Paxton Centre, where you’ll find co-working spaces on offer from 10am-5pm, Monday to Friday. At just £6 for a 3-hour slot, with WiFi and a hot or cold drink or your choice included, you may never want to go back to the office again… Especially when you discover the on-site cafe serving delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and drinks. Commute? What commute? 52 Anerley Hill, Crystal Palace, SE19 2AE. Call 0208 659 4701 or email thepaxtoncentre@gmail.com to book.
