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MARY QUANT
Where? Victoria and Albert Museum
When? 6 April-16 February 2020
She was the visionary that changed
the world of fashion forever – and this
summer’s Mary Quant retrospective
at the V&A is a colourful caper indeed.
From makeup to miniskirts, over 200
garments and accessories are now on
display, including many pieces from the
designer’s personal archive. vam.ac.uk
BEASTS OF LONDON
Where? Museum of London
When? 5 April-5 January 2020
Designed especially for inquisitive kids,
this immersive digital installation will
tell the story of London through the
eyes of its animal residents: from lions
and elephants, to horses, rats and – of
course – pigeons. See if you can spot the
famous voices, including Brian Blessed,
Nish Kumar and Stephen Mangan.
museumoflondon.org.uk
LEONARDO DA VINCI: A MIND IN
MOTION
Where? The British Library
When? 7 June-8 September
Showcasing the highlights of Leonardo
da Vinci’s extraordinary notebooks, this
unique exhibition will mark the 500th
anniversary of his death. From waves to
winds, da Vinci considered motion to be
‘the cause of all life’ – and the exhibition
will explore his theories further, shining a
light on one of the greatest thinkers and
scientists of all time. bl.ukANTONY GORMLEY
Where? Royal Academy of Arts
When? 21 September-3 December
He’s best-known for his epic Angel of the
North, but Sir Antony Gormley’s oeuvre
spans decades, materials, and disciplines
galore – and this summer he’ll be taking
over the RA, too. This significant solo
exhibition will display his early works
alongside large-scale installationsmade especially for this Mayfair gallery.
royalacademy.org.ukALL POINTS EAST
Where? Victoria Park
When? 24 May-2 June
With headliners including The Chemical
Brothers, Primal Scream, and ChristineSUMMER’S HOTTEST TICKETS
From the Proms to grime, Kubrick to da Vinci; London’s
summer events offer something for everyoneHampton Court PalaceAll Points East