Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre Transforms to a Mythical Forest

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Credit: The Royal Parks Mesmerizing music in the middle of a forest? It seems enchanting as it sounds,  doesn’t it? Include a classic Shakespearean comedy and the new music setting  from Charlie Fink, and you will surely be enthralled by this musical in an open air  venue. Max Webster, the guy behind Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax at the Old Vic and  Twelfth Night, directed this new show which is set in the mythical forest of Arden.  The wooded setting of Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre provides a perfect  ambience to William Shakespeare’s As You Like It . The story revolves around two young lovers who, in the middle of an  easy-go-lucky world, found the meaning of true love. It also tackles the issue of  sibling rivalry, disguise, romance and of course, adventure. It also provides us a  glimpse of the confusing world of multiple pairs of lovers. Aside from the two  main characters, one can also relate to at least one of these p...
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Bright Winter Days at the Canary Wharf Winter Lights 2018



London shines bright even during winter, especially with the Winter Light 
Festivals lighting up the city. One of the biggest Light Festivals returns to 
Canary Wharf this year to enthrall artists, art lovers, and even general 
spectators with the magic of light technology and art.
Winner of the 2017 Darc Award for Best Creative Lighting Event, the 2018 
Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival is back with 30 cutting-edge light art 
masterpieces created by respected light artists from the UK, across Europe, 
and Australia. You and your family can revel in this experience which 
encompasses the whole business district from January 16 to 27, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., 
all for free.

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ENESS, a multidisciplinary design studio from Australia, brings to the Jubilee 
Plaza its “Sonic Light Bubble”-- a gigantic, interactive light installation that 
responds with music and light to human presence and touch. Jonas Vorwerk 
from the Netherlands introduces “Pixels”, a colourful set of illuminated blocks 
which people can build stuff with to their hearts’ content at the Adams Plaza. 
Lichtfaktor from Germany invites visitors to unleash their creativity at their 
“Luma Paint Light Graffiti” installed at the Crossrail Place Roof Garden. UK 
fashion house Cutecircuit takes fashion up a notch with their Future Fashion 
wearable technology exhibit at Level 3, Crossrail Plaza. These are but a few of 
the stunning interactive light installations and light sculptures that await you 
and your loved ones.

From a cozy hotel next to the Paddington Station, you can witness the 
Canary Wharf Estate all aglow with the festival’s astounding light art pieces. 
You can also opt to stay at one of the many luxurious yet affordable  
bed and breakfast near Paddington Station, where you can sit back and 
relax before your tour. Book your stay at The Edward Hotel Paddington, from 
where you can easily get to the Canary Wharf.

Be sure to plan your itinerary ahead of time, whether you plan on going to see 
selected exhibits for one day or participate in the festival for a couple of days 
or more, as you’re going to take long walks from one exhibit to another. 
Download the official event brochure and map here.

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If you or your loved one is sensitive to light, it’s best to consult an 
ophthalmologist beforehand and have your sunglasses with you on your tour, 
as some light installations feature flashing lights.

Nothing beats spending bleak winter days with your loved ones basking in the 
warmth and glow of bright festive lights. Make sure you don’t miss this exciting 
event!

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