Out and About: WEEK 11

CELEBRATE A NEW SEASON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What: Persian New Year

Where: British Museum, 44 Great Russell St, London, WC1B 3DG, 020 7323 8000

Time: Saturday, March 20 and Sunday, March 21. 11:00-16:30

About: Norouz marks the first day of spring and the beginning of the new year in the Iranian calendar. Kids can enjoy activites like making mythical Persian creatures, listening to Persian legends, egg painting, films, and meeting King Darius himself.

Price: Free

Bookings: Not necessary

 

A FUN FABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What: The Hare and the Tortoise

Where: The Puppet Theatre Barge, Little Venice, opp. 35 Blomfield Rd., W9 2PF, 020 7249 6876

Time: Saturday March 20 and Sunday, March 21. 15:00

About: For your 4 and ups, the well known fable of The Hare and the Tortoise, staged with beautiful lighting and carved marionettes.

Price: £10.00, children & concessions, £8.50

Bookings: Advised! 

 

SEE A FILM

 

 

 

 

 

 

What: London Film Day

Where:Various Locations around London  

Time: Sunday, March 21

About: The Mayor of London presents the very first London Film Day with the World Public Premiere of Nanny McPhee and the Big Bang. Workshops, tours and competitions are also part of the events.

Price: £5.00, £1.00 for children

Bookings: Call 020 7928 3232

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