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DTSTAMP:20260614T010614Z
DTSTART:20260617T090000Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:The Place's Webinar Wednesdays series returns for 2026! These weekly online sessions for dance professionals are programmed to encourage curiosity and connection. Each session of this year's webinars will feature a panel of exceptional artists placed together to gain broader perspectives on a shared topic\, expanding our knowledge and developing what we know about dance and dance practice. \n \nThe webinars are facilitated by Ben Wright (The Place's Artist Associate) exploring topics in cross-generational conversations that are resonant\, practical and nourishing\, to help dance professionals reimagine their future realities.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-2bd165ca-f650-4315-b6b0-c722693a23a1
LOCATION:The Place (Online)\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-2bd165ca-f650-4315-b6b0-c722693a23a1
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DTSTART:20260622T180000Z
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SUMMARY:The Annual Pitt Lecture 2026: Marcus Ryder on Carnival at 60 - Equity\, Justice and Representation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring evening of reflection and celebration at the Annual Pitt Lecture\, a flagship event in Love Camden's cultural programme.\n\nHeld in honour of Lord David Pitt\, whose legacy underpins Camden's commitment to equality and justice.\n\nMarking 60 years of the Notting Hill Carnival\, we look back to its roots in Camden in 1959\, when Claudia Jones and the West Indian Gazette organised Britains first Caribbean Carnival in response to racist attacks - recently memorialised with a Blue Plaque at Camden Town Hall.\n\nWe are delighted to welcome Marcus Ryder MBE as keynote speaker\, offering insight into Carnival's history\, its deep connections to Camden\, and its continuing influence on debates around inclusion\, representation and storytelling across the UK.\n\nWe hope you'll join us for what promises to be a thought‑provoking evening\, celebrating the Windrush generation and honouring the enduring legacy of Lord Pitt.\n\nPart of Camden's Windrush 2026 celebrations\n\nAll proceeds will go to the Claudia Jones Organisation\, in support of their work with the Windrush Justice Clinic - a free service which helps individuals impacted by the Windrush scandal.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/the-annual-pitt-lecture-2026-marcus-ryder-on-carnival-at-60-equity-justice-and-representation-66a725a7-71f5-4b16-bf47-2f7477724ccb
LOCATION:Camden Town Hall\, 5 Judd St\, London WC1H 9JE\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/the-annual-pitt-lecture-2026-marcus-ryder-on-carnival-at-60-equity-justice-and-representation-66a725a7-71f5-4b16-bf47-2f7477724ccb
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DTSTAMP:20260614T010614Z
DTSTART:20260624T120000Z
DTEND:20260624T130000Z
SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:The Place's Webinar Wednesdays series returns for 2026! These weekly online sessions for dance professionals are programmed to encourage curiosity and connection. Each session of this year's webinars will feature a panel of exceptional artists placed together to gain broader perspectives on a shared topic\, expanding our knowledge and developing what we know about dance and dance practice. \n \nThe webinars are facilitated by Ben Wright (The Place's Artist Associate) exploring topics in cross-generational conversations that are resonant\, practical and nourishing\, to help dance professionals reimagine their future realities.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-3ab38150-b622-4db4-a765-a08a463ddd46
LOCATION:The Place (Online)\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-3ab38150-b622-4db4-a765-a08a463ddd46
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DTSTAMP:20260614T010614Z
DTSTART:20260625T154500Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching children with reading and writing difficulties
DESCRIPTION:For more than 10 years\, 25% of children in England have not learned to read or write as well as they need to. What are the most effective ways to help these children?\n\nThis event will explore effective approaches to supporting learners with literacy challenges\, alongside discussion of the policies that can best enable their success.\n\nDesigned for teachers\, policymakers\, and researchers\, the session will feature short\, focussed presentations offering practical\, evidence-informed insights.\n\nJoin us in person or online for this hybrid seminar 4:45-6pm\, followed by an in-person reception from 6-6:45pm.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/teaching-children-with-reading-and-writing-difficulties-d9ab2f9b-ab78-442e-b220-c45d1d55a101
LOCATION:UCL Institute of Education\, 20 Bedford Way\, London WC1H 0AL\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/teaching-children-with-reading-and-writing-difficulties-d9ab2f9b-ab78-442e-b220-c45d1d55a101
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DTSTAMP:20260614T010614Z
DTSTART:20260626T140000Z
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SUMMARY:Morals\, Manners & Mirth: William Hogarth's Humour - Online Talk
DESCRIPTION:In this online talk explore the artistic traditions that shaped the satirical imagination of one of Britain's most original and influential artists. By placing Hogarth within a broader European tradition of comic and moralising art\, this talk will offer a fresh perspective on how humour became one of the most sophisticated vehicles for social observation in early modern painting and print culture.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/morals-manners-mirth-william-hogarths-humour-online-talk-e665d289-aa57-419f-96c5-6d8a3d10b0b8
LOCATION:Foundling Museum\, 40 Brunswick Square\, London WC1N 1AZ\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/morals-manners-mirth-william-hogarths-humour-online-talk-e665d289-aa57-419f-96c5-6d8a3d10b0b8
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DTSTAMP:20260614T010614Z
DTSTART:20260627T133000Z
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SUMMARY:Our Story So Far
DESCRIPTION:Our Story So Far\, celebrating 20 years of icandance\, is a vibrant performance led by disabled children and young people\, sharing their stories through colour\, creativity\, and movement. A joyful celebration of community\, visibility\, and belonging\, it honours the journey of icandance and the voices at its heart.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/our-story-so-far-31783554-079a-470c-a59a-aaacb5922839
LOCATION:The Place\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/our-story-so-far-31783554-079a-470c-a59a-aaacb5922839
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DTSTART:20260629T183000Z
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SUMMARY:Sevdalides
DESCRIPTION:Rebetiko is a genre of urban Greek folk music that emerged in the early 20th century\, often called the "Greek blues". Originating from marginalized\, working-class communities\, blending Greek\, Ottoman\, and Balkan influences...\n\nBased in the heart of London\, Sevdalides is a Greek rebetiko trio brought together by a shared longing for home and a deep love for the "blues" of the Aegean.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/sevdalides-c1ff97a5-738d-4cd6-a740-2b8e5cfdb540
LOCATION:28 Harrison St\, 28 Harrison St\, London WC1H 8JF\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/sevdalides-c1ff97a5-738d-4cd6-a740-2b8e5cfdb540
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DTSTAMP:20260614T010614Z
DTSTART:20260701T120000Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:The Place's Webinar Wednesdays series returns for 2026! These weekly online sessions for dance professionals are programmed to encourage curiosity and connection. Each session of this year's webinars will feature a panel of exceptional artists placed together to gain broader perspectives on a shared topic\, expanding our knowledge and developing what we know about dance and dance practice. \n \nThe webinars are facilitated by Ben Wright (The Place's Artist Associate) exploring topics in cross-generational conversations that are resonant\, practical and nourishing\, to help dance professionals reimagine their future realities.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-de5f0353-da78-410a-a241-ca052e40a9de
LOCATION:The Place (Online)\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-de5f0353-da78-410a-a241-ca052e40a9de
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DTSTAMP:20260614T010614Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:The Place's Webinar Wednesdays series returns for 2026! These weekly online sessions for dance professionals are programmed to encourage curiosity and connection. Each session of this year's webinars will feature a panel of exceptional artists placed together to gain broader perspectives on a shared topic\, expanding our knowledge and developing what we know about dance and dance practice. \n \nThe webinars are facilitated by Ben Wright (The Place's Artist Associate) exploring topics in cross-generational conversations that are resonant\, practical and nourishing\, to help dance professionals reimagine their future realities.\n\nhttps://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-53746cf8-d273-4a21-b0e8-ebb33569f8ce
LOCATION:The Place (Online)\, 17 Duke's Rd\, London WC1H 9PY\, UK
URL:https://www.townspot.co/event/webinar-wednesdays-53746cf8-d273-4a21-b0e8-ebb33569f8ce
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