West London Sneak Preview, blog by Christian McLaughlin

Out of the Box - Online goldmines and picture houses

Love your documentaries? From movies stars to politics, there's plenty on offer in the capital. Read

Chaconne, Phoenix Dance @ Richmond Theatre, Nov 11 - 12

Currently in a trough after losing their artistic director Javier De Frutos in summer, lead soloist Dane Hurst is determined to dance his way into history Read

Come from there: New plays from the Arab world @ Royal Court Theatre, Nov 11-15

Check out the best new plays from the Arab world, chat to writers and discover a new perspective Read

The Journey of Cape Verde and The Hero screen @ 19 D'Arblay Street, Soho,

Manifesto's Mini Film Festival is one for the diary. Read

The Islanders: An Introduction by Charles Avery @ Parasol Unit

Welcome to the fantasy world of Charles Avery. Since 2004, the intrepid artist has been travelling a creation of his own mind. Read

Cinema double bills @ Riverside Studios

So much has happened at Hammersmith's Riverside Studios over the years it's hard to keep up. Read

New mag cuts the mustard

"I'm not that sort of person," Alex Musson said to his friend Steve as they sat down at the Comedy Club, seven years ago. Read

Portobello Film Festival

Now in it's 12th year under Jonathan Barnett's stewardship, this feast of independent film has become a great date in the calendar. Read

Hamlet (performed by the The Factory)@ Shakespeare's Globe

A theatrical phenomenon is drawing to a close. Read

Ginglik's Last Dance

The clock is ticking and all hands point to party. Ginglik, the sweet-spot of west London nightlife, has sadly been put on a count-down until closure. But for the remaining few months... Read