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Dance Review: Two Cigarettes In The Dark @ Sadler’s Wells

Testing but vital: a rarely seen marmite of a Wuppertal work.

Ana Martin stars as Mary (Credit: Claire Billyard)

Theatre Review: The Secret Garden @ The King’s Head

There’s much more than childish magic in this surprisingly dark and beautifully operatic production.

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“Smithfield Quarter” Plans Revealed

Boutique shops, restaurants and offices grafted onto fine market building.

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Gig Review: Nerina Pallot @ Islington Assembly Hall

The Lonely Valentine Club Tour show is no schmaltzy affair.

Anna Madeley (the Governess) and Laurence Belcher (Miles)

Theatre Review: The Turn Of The Screw @ Almeida Theatre

The story had held us, round the stage, sufficiently breathless, but it was ultimately forgettable.

John Kørner 12 O'Clock at The Beach, 2012. Courtesy the Artist and Victoria Miro, London © John Kørner

Art Review: Fallen Fruit From Frisland @ Victoria Miro

An indoor tsunami and bright landscapes in this illusory exhibition.

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The Top 10 Things To Do In The Borough Of Islington

The best of the borough.

White Rabbit, Curiouser and Curiouser. Image courtesy Abi Moulder

Art Preview: Curiouser And Curiouser @ Curious Duke

Works inspired by Lewis Carroll to celebrate his 181st birthday.

Jamie Birkett as Martha

Theatre Review: Cross Purpose @ King’s Head Theatre

We do not recommend this B&B, you’re likely to die. The play however is worth a visit – an absurdist classic.

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Londonist Underground: Grand Designs #1

Secret caverns beneath Upper Street.

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Book Review: Murder & Crime In Islington, By Peter Stubley

Not exactly Christmas cheer.