April 2013 Travel Trade Newsletter - London & Partners
April 2013 Travel Trade Newsletter - London & Partners
April 2013 Travel Trade Newsletter - London & Partners
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worldwide.<br />
More Information: For groups bookings call See Groups on +44 (0)844 412 4650<br />
Book now for The Bodyguard<br />
West End hit musical The Bodyguard has entered its new booking period, taking bookings at the<br />
Adelphi Theatre until 28 September. The Bodyguard has also welcomed 13 year-old Joshua-James<br />
Thomas from Harrow and 12 year-old Michael Matias from Leytonstone this month, who have joined the<br />
cast in the role of Fletcher, the young son of Rachel (played by Tony and Grammy Award winner<br />
Heather Headley).<br />
More Information: visit thebodyguardmusical.com or call +44 (0)844 412 4650<br />
Kew the Music<br />
9-14 July <strong>2013</strong><br />
Kew is delighted to announce the full line-up for Kew the Music <strong>2013</strong>. Opening this year’s festival is the<br />
iconic Blondie, followed by electro pop icons The Human League and Howard Jones. Next up is<br />
‘Modfather’ Paul Weller, boogie-woogie king Jools Holland and pop-princess Leona Lewis. Folk<br />
sensation Bellowhead will play us out on Sunday evening, with the help of the inimitable Billy Bragg.<br />
From punk and pop to folk, jazz and blues, there’s something for everyone as part of this year’s unique<br />
line-up.<br />
More Information: For group bookings, call the box office on +44 (0)844 858 8876<br />
Sport takes centre stage at Canary Wharf<br />
Following last year’s spectacular Olympic summer, Canary Wharf Group’s Arts & Events team has lined<br />
up another exciting array of sporting events including cycling event The Tour Series on 6 June; the UK’s<br />
largest free to visit motor show Motorexpo from 10-16 June; Beach Volleyball from 8-19 July; and Ping!,<br />
the popular table tennis event returns from 2-10 August. Canary Wharf’s big screens will also be<br />
showcasing Britain’s popular sporting events in Canada Square Park from 24 June.<br />
More Information: visit canarywharf.com<br />
Almeida Festival Returns for <strong>2013</strong><br />
From 9 July - 9 August, the Almeida Festival returns with a packed programme of fresh collaborations,<br />
award-winning artists and brand new shows. The most ambitious and extensive Almeida Festival todate,<br />
the line-up features ground-breaking artists presenting shows at different stages of progression,<br />
commissioned, co-commissioned, developed and supported by the Almeida.<br />
More Information: visit almeida.co.uk/festival-<strong>2013</strong> or email info@almeida.co.uk<br />
Food<br />
Eurostar partners with Michelin Star chef Raymond Blanc<br />
Eurostar is excited to announce a gastronomic partnership with Michelin Star chef Raymond Blanc who,<br />
as culinary director, will share his passion for promoting the very best in sustainable and seasonal food<br />
with Eurostar’s Business Premier passengers. His new summer Business Premier menus are now<br />
available onboard and have been created to be innovative, seasonal and sustainable and feature<br />
several Blanc family recipes such Smoked chicken and mushroom terrine and Lamb confit with pea and<br />
marjoram puree.<br />
More Information: call the Groups Team on +44 (0)8448 224 80 or visit eurostar.com/uk-en/groupbooking<br />
The Savoy launches Kaspar’s Seafood Bar and Grill<br />
May sees the launch of one of the most exciting restaurant openings in The Savoy’s 124 year old<br />
illustrious history, Kaspar’s Seafood Bar and Grill. Located in the heart of <strong>London</strong> with panoramic views<br />
of the River Thames and <strong>London</strong> landmarks, Kaspar’s will offer an informal yet luxury dining experience<br />
presented in an elegant Twenties-style setting. A show stopping oyster bar will take centre stage,<br />
encouraging a dynamic and bustling atmosphere.<br />
More Information: visit kaspars.co.uk or email Svetlana.Dimakova@Fairmont.com<br />
St Martin-in-the-Fields announces new Café in the Courtyard<br />
From <strong>April</strong> <strong>2013</strong>, St Martin-in-the-Fields launches a new seasonal café – al fresco. Managed by the<br />
same award-winning team from the Café in the Crypt, the Café in the Courtyard will be located in the<br />
open terrace directly behind the church. Hot and cold drinks will be served from 10.00am so ideal for a