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Benjamin Britten is often described as the greatest English composer since Purcell. His compositional output spans almost every musical genre, from opera to string quartets to solo songs. Instantly recognisable, his music is imbued with the spirit of his time and place, yet it transcends cultural and geographical boundaries. This exhibition explores the poetic and literary influences on his distinctive musical sound world, including his creative collaboration with W.H. Auden and his settings of texts by such authors as William Blake, Wilfred Owen, Alfred Lord Tennyson, and William Shakespeare. Alongside the manuscripts of some of Britten’s most celebrated compositions, the exhibition will feature photographs, concert programmes, and hitherto unpublished recordings of his music.

Suitable for

Admission

Free

Propaganda: Power and Persuasion is the first exhibition to explore international state propaganda from the 20th and 21st centuries. From the eye-opening to the mind-boggling, from the beautiful to the surprising, posters, films, cartoons, sounds and texts reveal the myriad ways that states try to influence and persuade their citizens.

#BLPropaganda

Admission

Adults: £9
Over 60s: £7
Other concessions: £5
Under 18s: Free

Website

http://www.bl.uk/propaganda

The Library has an amazing collection of maps, from aerial photos to map art.

Our earliest map appears on a coin made in the Roman Empire and our latest appears as pixels on a computer screen. In between, we have the most complete set of Ordnance Survey maps of Great Britain, maps made for kings and queens (and some amended by them too), cartoon and caricature maps, star maps, miniature maps, and an atlas that stands taller than the average person. As well as showing different perspectives on the world, maps are artworks in their own right: prints, watercolours, lithographs. They are fascinating examples of information design as well as beautiful images.

At this ‘show and tell’ event, meet curator Tom Harper and find out about how you can use our collection of maps for inspiration. This event is for creatives, designers and makers.

Suitable for

• Any age

When

3:30-5pm

Website

http://bit.ly/14GDZeq

Many creative businesses are very small. How do you grow a creative one-person business? At this event, organised by The Design Trust, three experts will talk and discuss business growth models and income streams to take your business beyond making and designing your own products.

Creative entrepreneur and educator Paul Sturrock will give an introduction to creative business models, to grow your business and possibly to attract investors.

Business adviser, coach and mentor Yvonne Fuchs will talk specifically about branding, licensing and royalties. She will explain how they work, with the use of many case studies from her 20 year career.

Successful designer Ella Doran will be sharing her own story of how she has grown her own business over the last 20 years.

After these individual talks there will be a panel discussion and Q&A chaired by Patricia van den Akker, Director of The Design Trust.

This event is aimed at design and craft businesses with a minimum turnover of £50,000, and is not suitable for start-ups.

For more information and to book your free place, please see: http://bit.ly/12pSb8j

Suitable for

• Any age

When

10am-12pm

Website

http://bit.ly/12pSb8j

In association with The New Statesman as part of a series of events marking its centenary year.

When

6:30-8pm

Admission

£7.50 / £5 concessions

Website

http://www.bl.uk/whatson/exhibitions/propaganda/events/event145326.html

Effective propaganda relies as much on images as it does on words. This study day will bring together curators and researchers to explore the role that visual communication plays in influencing ideas and changing behaviour. Speakers will draw on the Library's collections of posters, pamphlets and ephemera, alongside films from the British Film Institute (BFI). Entry to the exhibition is included in the price. In collaboration with the BFI. The British Library collection includes paintings featured on the Your Paintings website.

Suitable for

• Any age
• Family friendly

When

10am-4:30pm

Admission

£25.00/£15.00 concessions

Website

http://bit.ly/15d0sPG

Join us for a screening of the Young Vic's compelling production of Ibsen's masterpiece, A Doll's House, adapted by Simon Stephens and starring Hattie Morahan and Dominic Rowan. This event celebrates the addition of the Digital Theatre archive to our wonderful drama collections.

In partnership with Digital Theatre - Digital Theatre works with Britain's leading theatre companies to capture live performance authentically onscreen.

Suitable for

• Any age

When

6:15-9:30pm

Admission

£7.50/£5 concessions

Website

http://bit.ly/110k4AR

Performing live on the night are band-of-the moment Public Service Broadcasting, who mix information films, archive propaganda and wartime broadcasts with guitar, drums and electronica to create thrillingly melodic soundscapes backed by spellbinding visuals.

Hot Chip are one of Britain’s most acclaimed electro-dance acts, and three of the band take time out from extensive international touring to bring us an extended eclectic DJ set featuring everything from minimal techno to classic pop.

Former British Library Artist in Residence, entertainment expert, and Olivier award-winner Christopher Green, together with his 'Party Police', will use a variety of propaganda techniques to ensure you have a good time. Using the same experiential theatre techniques that made his show Office Party such a hit, this will be night to remember.

When

7:30-10:30pm

Admission

£12.50

Website

http://www.bl.uk/whatson/exhibitions/propaganda/events/event145291.html

This special screening includes an introduction by Ian Christie, Professor of Film and Media History at Birkbeck College and live music from the Cabinet of Living Cinema.

In collaboration with the BFI

When

6:30-8pm

Admission

£7.50 / £5 concessions

Website

http://www.bl.uk/whatson/exhibitions/propaganda/events/event145306.html

Our Inspiring Entrepreneurs series of events in partnership with Barclays gives you the chance to hear from, and put your questions to, high-profile entrepreneurs and business leaders who will share the secrets of their success and inspire you to take the next step.

Join us and the UK's top entrepreneurs to learn their recipe for success in the food business. Restaurants, cafes, bars and food retail are all fantastic opportunities but with so much competition, staying ahead of the game and your competitors is essential.

Whatever industry you're in, our expert panel will give you the secret ingredient to business success.

Moderated by Real Business editor, Matthew Rock.

When

6:15-9pm

Admission

£10/£7.50 concessions

Website

http://bit.ly/15EXzIn