Posts by Hackney Citizen
Interview: Mehmet Ergen
Founder and director of the Arcola Theatre discusses its latest ventures and plans for the future in its new Ashwin Street home
Read MoreThe Cradle Will Rock
A classic play from the 1930s is brought to life again at the Arcola
Read MoreCouncil’s controversial graffiti policy to be reviewed
After years of protests by locals over the destruction of much-loved street art, Town Hall now says it is “listening and learning”
Read MoreTackle climate change in Hackney? Yes, we Cancún
The local Friends of The Earth group explains how
Read MoreCharity for homeless forced out
Rhythms of Life appeals for blankets and bedding for those in need whilst seeking a new home for itself
Read MoreMother hopes for son’s last Christmas behind bars
Campaigners believe Sam Hallam to be innocent and that the police inquiry into his case will result in his murder conviction being overturned
Read MoreLetter: Sex establishments – the other side
Thoughts on the council’s proposed policy of ‘nil’ licensing from a local resident
Read MorePantomime
2 December 2010 to 27 January 2011, Core Arts E9
Read MoreMouth Off this Christmas for Kids Company
A Stoke Newington school and a Shoreditch design company have teamed up to make an iPhone application to help fundraise for a children’s charity
Read MoreDirty Kunst
Until 23 December 2010. Seventeen Gallery, Kingsland Road E2
Read MoreSwans soar high over the Lea Valley
The Citizen charts the trials and tribulations of this tenacious club
Read MoreHoxton family stars in BAFTA-winning show
The Citizen meets the Adesinas from the Channel 4 social documentary
Read MorePrize panto cow steals the show
Buttercup, from this year’s Jack & the Beanstalk production at the Hackney Empire, has made the top five shortlist
Read MoreJack and the Beanstalk
Enjoy a show of organised festive chaos at the Hackney Empire
Read MoreMarket revival boosts Lower Clapton renaissance
Locals back new Sunday street trading
Read MoreStrikes threaten schools earmarked for academies
Teachers at three secondary schools strongly favour industrial action
Read MoreGone with the wind: turbine plan scrapped
No ready cash for the council’s controversial proposal to build an electricity generating fan on Hackney Marshes
Read MoreCouncil opposes ‘unnecessary cuts’
Gesture politics alive and well as emergency motion passes
Read MoreJack and the Beanstalk at the Hackney Empire
Dame favourite Clive Rowe returns to perform in this popular Christmas pantomime
Read MoreHackney RFC raises SKRUM cash for Swazi youth players
Rugby club’s fundraising efforts are benefiting charities both locally and globally
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