The stages of the West End are filled almost perpetually with shows featuring toe-tapping musical numbers and wildly dramatic performances; thankfully this summer season is no exception. From the familiarity of classic Shakespeare and Wilde to searing performances in new dramas such as Consent, there is lots to look forward to in the world of theatre in the coming months. Below we detail the new and upcoming shows that we are most excited for our Members to view:
Red
Wyndham’s Theatre until 28th July
Seen for the first time in the UK, six Tony Award winner Red is set for a short London run this summer. The play stars award-winning actor Alfred Molina as the abstract painter Mark Rothko and How to Get Away with Murder’s Alfred Enoch as his assistant Ken, a role played originally by Eddie Redmayne. The show follows Rothko in his 1950s New York studio as he navigates the difficult and demanding creation of murals for the Four Seasons, a project that should be his greatest work to date.
An introduction to Rodask, the most luxurious watch in the world.
London’s exclusive circle of well-to-do investors have been on high alert since one of the world’s most exclusive watch brands – Rodask – launched its latest offering in London. Rodask was established in 1881 and only make 60 timepieces per year. Truly bespoke, one of a kind and never again replicated, no two Uniqua watches are the same.
Natalia Osipova, Principal Dancer of the Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, needs no introduction. We were extremely lucky to catch her between rehearsals and talk about her work and personal interests.
Q: Natalia, are you a person who can easily be carried away?
Oh, very much so! I can make a snap decision within two seconds, but it must be something extraordinary. When something clicks within me, I can be one of those people who may in a second decide to leave everything behind and travel to the other end of the world. I can be very sensitive to emotions and swayed by my feelings. However, the people or events that prompt me to act in such a way are quite rare.
Rüya, one of this year’s most anticipated restaurant openings from the Doğuş Restaurant Entertainment and Management group has opened its first London site this June 2018. The celebrated Anatolian restaurant and bar concept welcomes guests to its new location on Upper Grosvenor Street in Mayfair. In collaboration with d.ream group and designers Conran and Partners, Rüya is the brand’s second establishment and the first in a major European city.
Inspired by second generation restaurateur Umut Özkanca’s Istanbul heritage, Ruya offers Londoners a taste of sophisticated, contemporary dishes from the various Anatolian regions, stretching from the Mediterranean to the Black Sea. With Chef Patron Colin Clague – formerly of Zuma and Caprice Holdings – at the helm, diners will experience a menu featuring an array of Anatolian classics with a contemporary and fresh twist. Highlights include 24 hour slowcooked short rib with Turkish chili BBQ glaze and spiced Konya chickpea puree; Zeytinyaglĭ ahtapot (marinated & grilled octopus with black eyed beans and apple vinaigrette) and Two cheese pide from the Black Sea with slow cooked egg.
Embarking on an environmentally conscious break no longer means leaving high end accommodation behind in search of authentic experiences – a move towards sustainability and conservation within the world of travel has meant that there are now many exciting opportunities to enjoy the beautiful architecture, luxury service and ingenuity of green hotels around the globe. With this in mind, we have scoured the most exclusive eco hotels to present our ten favourites to consider for your next trip:
The Ramada Eco Beach Resort, Australia
The multi award-winning eco resort boasts 25 eco villas and 30 luxury eco tents, set in a stunning location overlooking the Indian Ocean. As one of the forerunners of eco-tourism, the Ramada Eco Beach resort encourages guests to be eco conscious from the moment they arrive, taking advantage of the on-site water recycling plant as well as energy monitoring systems to modify the amount of solar power consumed during their stay.
Saatchi Gallery is pleased to present Known Unknowns, a major new exhibition featuring the work of 17 contemporary artists. Known Unknownsshowcases an international selection of artists, born between 1966 and 1990, from the Saatchi Gallery’s collection. The title refers to the artists’ status in the mainstream art world – whilst the group is largely unknown, their respective practices are greatly admired by their artistic peers and seen a breaking new ground. The exhibition features a diverse range of art forms including painting, sculpture, video and mixed media, with a particular focus on the craft of art-making. The works deal with a myriad of themes that relate to the visual conditions of contemporary life, such as the exponential flow of images, the representation of the body in the Internet age, and the ethics of viewing versus voyeurism. These artists are not afraid to explore new media in thought-provoking ways, and each pursues a highly individualised practice. They are a seemingly disparate group, yet together reflect the diversity and breadth of contemporary art in a globalised and increasingly digital age.
Naked Heart Foundation, a star studded fundraiser, 20th February
29th January 2018
Naked Heart Foundation’s most fabulous Fund Fair hosted by Natalia Vodianova will return to London’s Roundhouse on 20 February 2018, bringing its unique fundraising twist on the traditional funfair back for the fifth time.
The event
A highlight of the London Fashion Week calendar, expect the unexpected from the annual charity event that has seen Natalia Vodianova selling kisses, Karlie Kloss selling her cookie line ‘Klossies’, Liv Tyler manning a coconut shy and Doutzen Kroes showing off her paper plane skills, all in order to support families of children with special needs. The 2018 edition will be truly out of this world and star studded in every sense with its intergalactic space theme. Taking over the iconic Roundhouse, the worlds of fashion, film, art and music will again collide as guests bid for the chance to spin the event’s notorious Wheel of Fortune to win money-can’t buy prizes. The London extravaganza comes hot on the heels of Naked Heart Foundation’s first-ever US edition of a Fabulous Fund Fair, joining forces with AMFAR on a Jeff Koons art-directed Halloween wonderland complete with Louis Vuitton bumper cars. (more…)
Q&A with Sharai Meyers, founder of highly sought after Family Member’s Club Purple Dragon
3rd September 2017
What is Purple Dragon?
Purple Dragon, founded by Sharai Meyers, is a members club for families with one simple mission – to create effortless family time, all of the time.
Where are the clubs located?
Purple Dragon’s Chelsea flagship is in the Grosvenor Waterside development, off Ebury Bridge Road, a 10 minute stroll from Sloane Square. It opened in 2011 and was fully subscribed in 6 months with a waiting list ever since.
We have just opened our new Putney club, PD’s Little Brother, at 131 Upper Richmond Road, near Putney High Street.
Sharai, what made you originally decide to open Purple Dragon?
London is full of great places for adults, but they aren’t very child friendly and great places for kids aren’t adult friendly – I wanted to build a place where both adults and children could have fun and relax in an environment together.
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