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Here you can find out what's on at Watermans over the next few weeks and months. Film, cabaret, comedy, live music, exhibitions and lots more. We hope you'll find something for you! If you'd like to search by date, check out our handy calendar.
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Exhibitions
What You Do Not See
24 Jul - 11 Sep
This exhibition from the Creative People and Places Hounslow Visual Arts Programme brings together the work of seven UK-based contemporary visual artists […]
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Brentford Art Trail Artists Entry
03 Sep
For artists wishing to exhibit their work or open their studio as part of the Brentford Art Trail (BAT), 3-5 […]
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What You Do Not See: Creative Data
30 Sep
This free online talk with artists Aminder Virdee and Luca M Damiani will look at how artists use data in […]
Exhibitions
Animal Stories
24 Jul - 11 Sep
Discover the history of Hounslow in a whole new way! From the rare species of snails found in Isleworth Ait, […]
Children
Dinosaurs and all that Rubbish by Roustabout
24 Jul - 31 Oct
Michael Foreman’s classic picture book about space travel, dinosaurs, and ecological balance gets a thrilling new lease of life in […]
Special Events Cinema
I Never Cry (15) – Polish Cinema Screening and Talk
28 Jul
Join us for a series of screenings and talks exploring gems of Polish cinema, hosted by Polish cinema expert Michael […]
Children
Myths and Adventures from Ancient Greece: Midas
24 Jul - 31 Dec
In this new series of tales from Ancient Greece, children will enter a miniature world full of exciting adventures, with […]
Children
Myths and Adventures from Ancient Greece: Pandora
24 Jul - 31 Dec
In this new series of tales from Ancient Greece, children will enter a miniature world full of exciting adventures, with […]
Children
Myths and Adventures from Ancient Greece: Persephone
24 Jul - 31 Dec
In this new series of tales from Ancient Greece, children will enter a miniature world full of exciting adventures, with […]
Children
Myths and Adventures from Ancient Greece: Theseus and the Minotaur
24 Jul - 31 Dec
In this new series of tales from Ancient Greece, children will enter a miniature world full of exciting adventures, with […]
Exhibitions
Vibrant Landings
24 Jul - 11 Sep
This new exhibition by artist Noelle Genevier from CPP Hounslow's Visual Arts Programme explores colour and nature through contemporary collage. […]
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Animated Animal Stories Workshop with Amber Cooper-Davies
25 Sep
Please note, this event takes place online. Places cost £6 per per screen login. You will need: – to print out some […]
Exhibitions
HOME exhibition
24 Jul - 11 Sep
Documenting everyday life lived almost exclusively in domestic spaces, these works respond creatively to sudden and increased restrictions and limitations. […]
Outdoor Arts
We Are Watching by Dan Archer
11 Sep
WE ARE WATCHING is a monumental eye, made up of thousands of portraits contributed from 190 countries. It flies high […]
Exhibitions
A World Between Us
24 Jul - 31 Aug
A World Between Us was developed by Heston & Cranford Local Advisory Group with artist Becky Warnock in early 2020. […]
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2D Animation (8-12yrs)
10 Aug
For all you budding filmmakers out there, in this inventive and fun workshop, you’ll create and direct your own short, […]
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3D animation (8-12yrs)
09 Aug
Discover a new and creative way of using your phone or tablet to tell a story! In this fun and […]
New Media Arts
Anna Jochymek: Crowd Crystal
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Crowd Crystal is a video-performative project conducted by Anna Jochymek. Curated by Klio Krajewska Through her performative action – that […]
Special Events Cinema
Bogowie (15) (Gods) – Polish Cinema Screening and Talk
28 Sep - 29 Sep
This the second in a series of screenings and talks exploring gems of Polish cinema, hosted by Polish cinema expert […]
Special Events Cinema
Bowie Remix
25 Jul
David Bowie is the Man Who Fell to Earth Presented as part of the Wonderous Stories Film Festival Additional Seats […]
Children
Comedy Club 4 Kids (6+yrs)
05 Aug
Like the name says it’s a Comedy Club for Kids! We can now announce your acts for the afternoon's entertainment, […]
New Media Arts
Connected Nature
22 Oct
The exhibition outlines the diversity of the current environmental landscape by exploring both major and marginal phenomena, their qualification often […]
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Creative Chinese Calligraphy (12+yrs)
03 Aug
Find out about the ancient craft of Chinese calligraphy and make your own beautiful bookmark with authentic tools using Chinese […]
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Creative Chinese Calligraphy (5-8yrs)
28 Jul - 03 Aug
Find out about the ancient craft of Chinese calligraphy and make your own beautiful bookmark with authentic tools using Chinese […]
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Creative Chinese Calligraphy (8-12yrs)
28 Jul
Find out about the ancient craft of Chinese calligraphy and make your own beautiful bookmark with authentic tools using Chinese […]
Special Events Cinema
David Bowie Special Event
24 Jul
David Bowie is the Man Who Fell to Earth Presented as part of the Wonderous Stories Film Festival Additional Seats released […]
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Decorating Papier-mâché Bowls (8-12yrs)
12 Aug
Learn how to decorate the papier-mâché bowl you made in the Making Papier-mâché bowl [link to workshop] workshop with designs […]
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Decorating Papier-mâché Bowls (all the family)
12 Aug
Learn how to decorate the papier-mâché bowl you made in the Making Papier-mâché bowl [link to workshop] workshop with designs […]
Family Cinema
Dogtanian And The Three Muskehounds (U) – Summer Family Cinema
26 Jul - 29 Jul
Dogtanian is an ambitious young swordsman who dreams of becoming a hero and joining the legendary Muskehounds. After proving his […]
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Drum Circle (All the Family)
12 Aug
Who can resist a drum? Our ever-popular Drum Circle is back by popular demand. A unique and exhilarating opportunity to […]
Special Events Cinema
Eco and Sustainability Special Event
24 Jul
Presented as part of the Wonderous Stories Film Festival Note this event is a double bill, one ticket will get […]
Special Events Cinema
Good For Nothing
24 Jul
Presented as part of the Wonderous Stories Film Festival Please note that while this event is initially sold social distanced […]
Take Part Young People
Graffiti Lettering (12+yrs)
02 Aug
Create your own graffiti lettering artwork to put on a cap to take home and wear with style and pride! […]
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Graffiti Lettering (5-8yrs)
29 Jul - 02 Aug
Create your own graffiti lettering artwork to put on a cap to take home and wear with style and pride! […]
Take Part Young People
Graffiti Lettering (8-12yrs)
29 Jul
Create your own graffiti lettering artwork to put on a cap to take home and wear with style and pride! […]
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Grow with love postcards
28 Jul - 28 Aug
Colour, learn, join in! We’ll be sending a beautiful limited-edition postcard to households in Hounslow and Brentford, as well as […]
Special Events Cinema
Hanging Out with the Grownups Special Event
25 Jul
Presented as part of the Wonderous Stories Film Festival Please note that while this event is initially sold social distanced […]
Special Events Cinema
Havel
25 Jul
Presented as part of the Wonderous Stories Film Festival Please note that while this event is initially sold social distanced […]
Cinema
I Never Cry (15)
26 Jul - 29 Jul
A bittersweet coming-of-age drama that explores the complications of family bonds and the cost of separation. The film explores the […]
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Making Papier-mâché Bowls (8-12yrs)
09 Aug
Inspired by the work of ceramist and artist Grayson Perry, make your own bowl using quick drying papier-mâché in this hands-on […]
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Making Papier-mâché Bowls (all the family)
09 Aug
Inspired by the work of ceramist and artist Grayson Perry, make your own bowl using quick drying papier-mâché in this hands-on […]
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Meet The Music – An Introduction to the String Quartet (All ages)
04 Aug
Discover all about the string quartet in this informative and interactive concert for all the family. With music ranging from […]
Children
Mellow Baku (all the family)
28 Jul
Ease your family into summer to the sounds of soul music, jazz, reggae, folk and blues with this chilled-out concert […]
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Movement about Plastics (all the family)
09 Aug
Come explore the world of plastics through dance and movement – what makes plastics so drastic yet fantastic. Come and […]
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Short Breaks: Drumming Circle
11 Aug
THIS WORKSHOP IS EXCLUSIVE TO HOUNSLOW SHORT BREAKS FAMILIES. Drum circle’s have been popular with Short Breaks families for many […]
Children
Short Breaks: Magic Labyrinth
11 Aug
THIS WORKSHOP IS EXCLUSIVE TO HOUNSLOW SHORT BREAKS FAMILIES. A sensory experience with opportunities to play & discover using light, […]
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Short Breaks: Peter Rabbit 2 (U)
15 Aug
THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVE TO HOUNSLOW SHORT BREAKS FAMILIES. In Peter Rabbit 2, the lovable rogue is back. Bea, Thomas, […]
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Short Breaks: Raya And The Last Dragon (PG)
08 Aug
THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVE TO HOUNSLOW SHORT BREAKS FAMILIES. Raya and the Last Dragon travels to the fantasy world of […]
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Short Breaks: The Croods 2: A New Age
22 Aug
THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVE TO HOUNSLOW SHORT BREAKS FAMILIES. The prehistoric family the Croods are challenged by a rival family […]
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Short Breaks: Tom & Jerry: The Movie (PG)
01 Aug
THIS EVENT IS EXCLUSIVE TO HOUNSLOW SHORT BREAKS FAMILIES. One of the most beloved rivalries in history is reignited when […]
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Small World Photography (5-8yrs)
05 Aug - 10 Aug
Using small model figures, tiny props, and macro photography techniques you’ll create and photograph your own miniature world in this […]
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Small World Photography (8-12yrs)
05 Aug - 10 Aug
Using small model figures, tiny props, and macro photography techniques you’ll create and photograph your own miniature world in this […]
Special Events Cinema
Stalking Chernobyl: exploration after apocalypse
24 Jul
Presented as part of the Wonderous Stories Film Festival Please note that while this event is initially sold social distanced […]
Special Events Cinema
Sweat (15) – Polish Cinema Screening and Talk
24 Aug - 25 Aug
A series of screenings and talks exploring gems of Polish cinema, hosted by Polish cinema expert Michael Brooke. We screen […]
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The Bewonderment Machine
10 Aug - 12 Aug
A beautifully crafted cycle-powered carousel of the imagination. This handmade, human-powered merry-go-round combines hand-carved animals, puppetry, and original music. The […]
Cinema
Two Of Us (PG)
25 Jul - 29 Jul
Golden Globes nominated and Shortlisted for Academy Awards 2021 – Best Foreign Language Film When Nina Dorn (Barbara Sukowa) met […]
Take Part Young People
Upcycle – Heat Press Printing (12+yrs)
04 Aug
Transform that old t-shirt with a pattern of your own design. Using heat press printing techniques, this interactive workshop will […]
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Upcycle – Heat Press Printing (8-12yrs)
04 Aug
Transform that old t-shirt with a pattern of your own design. Using heat press printing techniques, this interactive workshop will […]
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Upcycle: Printing Block (12+yrs)
30 Jul
Don’t bin it. Up-cycle it. Transform your old t-shirt with a pattern of your own design. This inspiring and interactive […]
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Upcycle: Printing Block (8-12yrs)
30 Jul
Don’t bin it. Up-cycle it. Transform your old T-shirt with a pattern of your own design. This inspiring and interactive […]
Live Performance
Watermans & Akademi Dance Film Co-Commission
26 Nov
Akademi and Watermans are commissioning an artist / small collective working with South Asian dance forms to create a new […]
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We Are Watching: Art & Collage (5-8yrs)
03 Aug
Children are the future they are watching and listening to all we do. In this workshop we will be discussing […]
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We Are Watching: Art & Collage (8-12yrs)
03 Aug
Children are the future they are watching and listening to all we do. In this workshop we will be discussing […]