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Powering London: The History of Control Room A

Macbeth Premiers at Dock X in London: A Timeless Classic Reimagined Starring Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma

Fresh from Dock X in Canada Water and Underbelly Entertainment, emerges a brilliant new rendition of William Shakespeare's dark drama, 'Macbeth'. This isn't merely another interpretation of the Bard's work, but rather an innovative reimagining, set in a modern, former industrial warehouse.

Cultivating Community: The RHS Urban Show Blooms in Manchester

Departing from traditional outdoor showcases, The RHS Urban Show takes root within the cavernous expanse of Depot Mayfield, a former railway warehouse now transformed into a hub of cultural and community activity.

The Pelligon: Re-imagining An Architectural Icon

The Pelligon, now named after its original architect César Pelli, has been fully refurbished as a cutting-edge cultural hub for the Canary Wharf.

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CASISDEAD: Unveiling the Dark Horse Behind “Venom”

In the aftermath of his success at the Brit Awards, discover CASISDEAD's and the dark horse behind 'Venom.'

Mowalola SS24 at the Beams

On 15 September, the Beams played host to an off-schedule London Fashion week show for Mowalola, the cult fashion label founded by Nigerian-born fashion designer Mowalola Ogunlesi.

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The most exciting thing about our spaces is what happens in them

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Manchester's Depot Mayfield & Freight Island, the Night-Time Economy Summit 2024 is underway. This event brings together leading figures from the global nightlife scene, including innovators from Tokyo, New York, and beyond. With discussions spanning urban safety, cultural enrichment, and technological advancements, it's a must-attend for industry enthusiasts.

In collaboration with luxury fashion label A Cold Wall*, Converse launched the iconic GeoForma shoe in a new colourway: onyx black. Commemorating the launch, a short film exploring the grit and beauty of modern life through movement was staged between The Beams and Silverworks Island.

On 15 September, the Beams played host to an off-schedule London Fashion week show for Mowalola, the cult fashion label founded by Nigerian-born fashion designer Mowalola Ogunlesi.

As part of MIF 2023, powerhouse composer Anna Meredith joined forces with the Royal Northern College of Music Festival Orchestra for a one-off spectacle at Depot Mayfield.

In June, East Wintergarden held a client showcase inviting prospective and local clients to tour the Canary Wharf space.

In June, The Sustainable Angle brought its annual Future Fabrics Expo to Magazine London for the second consecutive year. Future Fabrics is the largest dedicated showcase of sustainable material solutions for the fashion industry, a fitting match for this state-of-the-art space, which was built to encourage innovation and creative ideas.

Our flagship venue within the Spaces & Stories WeWork Collection, hosted an extraordinary Summer Showcase welcoming clients and agencies.

Last month we hosted an intimate dinner at New Century to celebrate 60 years of the iconic mid-century dancehall.

The best things come in unexpected places. Thirty Eight Grosvenor, the refined Georgian townhouse in Mayfair, was not an obvious choice for the debut of Chau-rising, a label disrupting the fashion world with its designs as well as its attitude towards materials and sustainability.

In March, Soweto Kinch brought a full orchestra to Printworks to present White Juju, his artistic response to the pandemic and the culture wars, fuelled by black protest and creativity. At a time when the UK is grappling with its institutional histories of slavery and white privilege, Kinch presented a ‘tone poem’ for the modern world.

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