Theatre festivals, rum galore, and the perfect working lunch

A fun-sized, fringe-esque theatre festival from £10

Theatre fans! Fancy sinking your teeth into something a little bit different this summer? Hit up Hammersmith's newly-reopened Riverside Studios this month for the second audacious edition of Bitesize Festival.

Highlights include an exploration of plagues through the ages, an interrogation of power by a Lecoq-trained clown, and a piece of dance theatre about a Soviet-era poet-slash-propagandist. Each punchy new production costs £10 (£6.50 for concessions) and lasts around an hour — leaving you with plenty of time to enjoy a pre-show drink, a post-theatre meal, or even multiple productions during a single evening. It's also a fantastic opportunity to explore one of west London's nicest waterfront venues (the terrace bar is great for people-watching, FYI).

Bitesize Festival is a fringe-esque affair, so expect laidback vibes and innovative, thought-provoking storytelling. Click below to peruse the programme and book tickets. Hurry — it's only here till 31 July.

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Let's Hear It For The Boys
Masculinity goes under the microscope at Kings Head Theatre this summer. Boys Boys Boys Festival is curated by some of the UK's sharpest female producers and is comprised of five sensational shows with men at their centre — from world premieres to Edinburgh Fringe smash hits. 2 Aug-10 Sept.

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Is There Life After Romeo?
Can one of literature's most famous ill-fated lovers reclaim a story that has been written in the stars? Find out at & Juliet, the Olivier award-winning all-singing, all-dancing West End reimagining of Shakespeare's tragic romance. Book by 18 July via the link below to save up to 35% on tickets.

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A Spirited Celebration Of Rum
Discover a dazzling array of sugar cane spirit labels at Rum Show, which takes over Glaziers Hall next week. There are over 200 rums to choose from, plus tastings, talks, masterclasses and cocktails. Your ticket includes a free taster of a rare rum worth over £250 a bottle!

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A Guilt-Free Pub Lunch
Calling all city workers! Greene King has partnered with Enterprise Nation to offer the perfect working lunch. Enjoy a main and a drink for £19.99 (+booking) served alongside a business development course (that means you can expense it!). Topics include public speaking, brand building and leadership.

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A Unique Immersive Adventure
Ever wished you could step inside your favourite video game? Then you need to know about Tomb Raider: The LIVE Experience, an immersive adventure that challenges you to channel your inner Lara Croft as you traverse the globe (without leaving London) in search of relics.

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A Roaming Shakespeare Play
Head to the stunning Actors Church in Covent Garden this summer for a promenade performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream. You'll encounter magic, merriment, and a few 90s throwbacks as this beloved comedy leads you through the grounds of this Inigo Jones-designed building.

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