Making More Mischief
Until 22 June at London College of Fashion
The exhibition, in collaboration with the Museum of British Folklore, focuses on folk costume in Britain with a London perspective. It explores themes of class, sexuality, ethnicity, and identity, challenging the idea that folk cultures and customs must be static, nostalgic, or mainly rural.
Punchdrunk: Viola’s Room
Previews from 14 May at One Cartridge Place, Woolwich
Punchdrunk presents “Viola’s Room,” penned by Booker Prize-shortlisted author Daisy Johnson. This new take on Barry Pain’s classic gothic mystery “The Moon-Slave” promises an intimate, audio-driven adventure infused with the immersive practice Punchdrunk is known for.
Spirited Away
Until 24 August at the London Coliseum
After a sell-out stage production in 2022, the original Japanese cast of Studio Ghibli’s Oscar-winning “Spirited Away” is bringing the show to London. This limited season is presented in Japanese with English captions at the London Coliseum.
Kensington Dollhouse Festival
17 & 18 May at Kensington Town Hall
Marking its 40th anniversary, the Kensington Dollhouse Festival celebrates the art of miniature creation. A haven for makers, enthusiasts, and collectors to revel in the world of dollhouses.
Chelsea in Bloom
20-26 May in Chelsea, SW3
The prestigious Chelsea in Bloom returns with “Floral Feasts” as its theme this spring. The flower festival will convert Chelsea’s streets into a floral paradise, featuring displays inspired by famous culinary scenes and characters from various cultural mediums.
Yinka Shonibare: Suspended States
Until 1 September at Serpentine South Gallery
“Suspended States” marks Yinka Shonibare CBE‘s first solo London exhibit in over two decades. The show features new works tackling the intersections of power, refuge, public statues, colonial ecological impacts, and the legacy of imperialism on conflict and peace efforts.
