Things to do
WINTER MARKET: London's Christmas markets and fairs continue apace, and today it's the turn of Bloomberg Arcade. The pedestrianised foodie area near Cannon Street hosts a Winter Market, with a selection of curated stalls selling sustainable products — ideal for City workers to do a bit of Christmas shopping on their lunch break or on the way home. Bloomberg Arcade (Bank), free entry, just turn up, 27-28 November
SNOW WHITE: Chickenshed Theatre debuts a new version of the familiar tale of Snow White. It's set in a colourful 1960s world where traditional roles are changing fast, with an original score, an upbeat message and a sizeable cast. Chickenshed Theatre (Southgate), £10-£22.50, book ahead, 27 November-11 January
CHRISTMAS SHOPPING: London Review Bookshop hosts the second in its series of Christmas shopping evenings. Stay late and browse the shelves with a glass of wine, and staff on hand to offer recommendations. You receive a 10% discount on books bought on the night, and the Cake Shop is also open late, serving seasonal treats. London Review Bookshop (Bloomsbury), free, book ahead, 6pm
ARCHITECTS UNDERGROUND: RIBA's regular The Architects Underground evening takes on a Bauhaus theme, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the design movement. Expect an evening of art, design, fashion, dance, architecture and music, all Bauhaus-inspired, including performances from Weimar Cabaret. RIBA (Portland Place), £15, book ahead, 6pm-10pm
MUSEUM LATE: It’s adults only at Science Museum’s lates, where the theme this month is the art of innovation. Learn about organic photography, find out what it feels like to walk into a black hole, or simply dance the night away at the silent disco. Science Museum (South Kensington), free, book ahead, 6.45pm-10pm
DASH CAFE: 30 years after it happened, Dash Cafe shines a spotlight on the 1989 revolution which caused the collapse of the Soviet Union. Slovak dancer Soña Ferenčiková, actress Tereza Nvotová and writer and columnist Zuzana Kepplová are among the creatives taking to the stage to share their views. Rich Mix (Shoreditch), £5, book ahead, 7pm
DRAG SHOWDOWN: Netflix’s GLOW meets RuPaul’s Drag Race at The Ultimate Drag Showdown, a one-off spectacle featuring an all-star cast of legends competing for the title of greatest drag performer. Artists in the running include Adam All, Meth, Cookie Monstar, Michael Twaits, and Lilly SnatchDragon, all reading, slaying and death dropping their way through the tournament. The Clapham Grand, £15-£50, book ahead, 7pm
YESTERDAY: Not yet seen this year's bizarre, Beatles-based fantasy film Yesterday? Head to Screen25 to watch the story of a struggling musician who becomes the only person in the world who remembers The Beatles and their music, and uses it to catapult himself to fame. Harris Academy South Norwood, £9/£7/£5, book ahead, 7.45pm
TRANS VOICE CABARET: The Trans Voices Cabaret show features a cast of all transgender, non-binary, or gender non-conforming performers, singing songs of their choice. The event aims to create more visibility for trans and non-binary performers, and proceeds from the evening go to the Mermaids Charity. The Other Palace (Victoria), £2.50, book ahead, 8pm
SKATE LATES: Get your skates on and twirl your way around the Somerset House ice rink to the soundtrack of DJ Riz La Teef. He provides energetic tunes to keep you on your feet (hopefully) before you kick back with a drink or two at the rinkside cafe and bar. Somerset House, £17, book ahead, from 8pm
RONNIE WOOD: Watch newly-released documentary Ronnie Wood - Somebody Up There Likes Me. Wood himself features in the portrait of the Rolling Stones musician and his 50-year career, alongside contributions from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Rod Stewart. Bertha Dochouse (Bloomsbury), £9/£7/£5, book ahead, 8.30pm
Tube ponderings with Barry Heck
Our resident tube fancier dishes out daily thoughts on the London Underground.
Did you know that you could once catch a London Underground train to Windsor? Between 1883 and 1885, the District line ran services from the Square Mile out through Ealing to Slough and Windsor. The line would have been very convenient for Her Majesty Queen Victoria, connecting Windsor Palace to Buckingham Palace (via St James's station) with just a short carriage ride at either end. To the best of our knowledge, she never chose this mode of transport for her commute.
Follow Barry on Twitter @HeckTube.
Good cause of the day
Book ahead for Another's Treasure charity sale on Saturday. Designers, influencers and brands sell new and second-hand designer items at bargain prices, raising money for homeless charity Shelter From The Storm. Find out more and book tickets.
What we're reading
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- Winter Wonderland acrobat rushed to hospital after fall during performance.
