The Vortex is a cool spot to see improvised music of all sorts. While many people automatically think of jazz when they hear the word “improvised”, many of the acts that play here don’t quite fall in that category–or really any preexisting category for that matter.  Sometimes spoken word and dancing are involved in the […]

For my independent project I hope to connect with Londoners and discuss their experiences with different theatres in London. I hope to connect with directors, actors, students, professors, and anyone walking the streets near the theatres willing to talk about them. One of the theatres I plan to study is the Globe, the current building […]

“The Foundling Museum explores the history of the Foundling Hospital, the UK’s first children’s charity and first public art gallery. It aim to inspire people to make a positive contribution to society by celebrating the power of individuals and the arts to change lives.” For my independent project I am hoping to work in a museum […]

I’ve been under the impression that there was a bustling funk and soul scene occurring in London. This was short sighted, as I was basing it on a select few bands who turned out to have origins outside of London (places like Leeds and Liverpool). Another point of reference for this concept was that there […]

I love stories. That’s one of my favorite things in the world. That’s one of the reasons why I’m really drawn to the arts. From film, to theatre, to photography, to books, I am always hooked by the story. This past year I was told about the ‘Secret Cinema’ by my friend who described her experience […]