Shepherd's Bush and surrounding areas Area Guide

Suitable for Years Suitable for Years 5 & 6 There used to be an empty chair at the back of my class, but now a new boy called Ahmet is sitting in it. He's a refugee who's run away from a War. A real one. With bombs and fires and bullies that hurt people. And the more I find out about him, the more I want to help That's where my best friends Josie, Michael and Tom come in. Because you see, together we've come up with a plan The Blue Peter and Waterstones Children's Book Prize winning author and human rights activist, Onjali Q. Raf shares her experiences of growing up, what she loved to read, and how she came to write the modern classic, The Boy At the Back of the Class, which draws on her work delivering emergency aid for refugees. Join Onjali for this inspirational event, full of heartwarming stories and the real life global issues behind them. www.onjaliqrauf.org [https://www.onjaliqrauf.org/] Duration:One hour Booklist:The Boy at the Back of the Class The Star Outside My Window The Night Bus Hero The Lion Above The Door Hope On The Horizon Where Magic Grows Part of the London Primary Schools Programme. For more information go towww.barneskidslitfest.org/schools [http://www.barneskidslitfest.org/schools]

A whiskey soaked voice with a string of critically acclaimed albums; Jon was discovered by legendary guitarist Mark Knopfler who heard him singing at a party in West London. He subsequently toured with the guitar icon supporting him at Wembley Arena and on the rest of the European leg of the 'All The Road Runners' tour with Emmy Lou Harris. Mark Knopfler also played guitar and sang on his song 'Sarah' that appears on his fist album 'Dead Man's Suit'. In the last ten years Jon has carved out a niche as a recording artist and live performer supporting such acts as Damien Rice, Brian May, Seal and Dionne Warwick whom he supported at the Albert Hall. His songs and distinctive voice can be heard across films and TV both here and in America. In the UK he has appeared on the iconic Later With Jools Holland TV show and as part of the BBC's coverage of Glastonbury. This is an 18+ event.

Thunder frontman and Planet Rock radio presenter Danny Bowes is set to embark on a UK tour which marks a significant return to the stage for Bowes, following his recovery from a life-threatening accident in 2022. In 2022, Danny suffered a stroke and, shortly after, fell backwards down a flight of stairs, sustaining severe head injuries that required life-saving brain surgery. His condition was critical, but thanks to the efforts of medical professionals and his own resilience, Danny survived and has been on a slow, determined road to recovery ever since. Although currently unable to return to singing and performing with Thunder, Danny has conceived Maximum Chat, a spoken-word show that offers fans a new and personal way to connect with the charismatic performer.

Joshua Lee Turner is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer based in Brooklyn. Josh is widely known for his YouTube channel Josh Turner Guitar, where he’s been posting original music, covers, and instructional videos since 2007, amassing hundreds of millions of views. Josh has toured extensively in the U.S. and abroad with original artist projects The Other Favorites and The Bygones, as well as with tribute shows A Celebration of Paul Simon’s Graceland and The Simon and Garfunkel Story. His most recent collaboration, The Bygones, released a self-titled album of original music in 2024, which took the band on tour across the U.S., U.K., and Europe, performing nearly 100 shows in one year. Josh is currently working on his first solo album of original music since his 2020 album, Public Life This is an 18+ event

Ever dreamt of making your own beautiful cupcake creations? Well, now's your chance. In this two-hour beginner's cake decorating workshop you'll learn everything you need! Your expert host Xanthe will guide you through the process, from the most effective way to fill the piping bag to a number of different decorating styles. Master the classic swirl, rose swirl, iced gem and two tier, and leave with eight of your very own creations to take home. Get your tickets now for the Beginner's Cake Decorating Workshop in London!

SoulTime! is a co-led project by renowned pianist Leon Greening and exceptional trumpeter Steve Fishwick. They are coming back to Ladbroke Hall with a new program featuring compositions by trumpet legend Lee Morgan, their own originals and compositions by Bobby Timmons. Expect swinging and soulful sounds steeped in The Blues. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to witness these talented musicians live in action! This group is committed to presenting the music in the spirit in which it was originally created, with plenty of melody, soul, and down-home grooves. “Leon Greening epitomises the assured confidence of a new generation”\-Jazz Journal “Steve has his own style. He plays from the bottom to the top of the horn whilst maintaining the integrity of the chords. I can’t think of another trumpeter who can do what he does!”\-Wynton Marsalis Line up: Leon Greening- Piano Steve Fishwick- Trumpet Matyas Hofecker -Bass Matt Home- Drums Presented by Ladbroke Hall. This is an 18+ event