Plays, Pagentry and Blockbusters... Plays, pageantry and blockbuster exhibits are highlights of London summer news and views. I just returned from London so here are some of my kaleidoscopic impressions of the busy summer season. The backdrop was glorious, as ever. Trees in full leaf, flowerbeds crammed with pink peonies and purple poppies. … [Read more...]
Does Brexit Turmoil Mean Another Referendum?
This post was originally called Brexit Fallout a Personal View. I wrote it a few days after the seismic Brexit vote on 23rd June 2016. Now, as divorce day with Europe is only 68 days away here are some updates. Nine Weeks to Go We are now nine weeks away from what those Brits, who wish to remain in the European Union, see as an Armageddon. All … [Read more...]
London Update News and Views
London Update July in England means summer celebrations. Here is a London Update with tips on the latest from my recent visit. There is a cornucopia of theatre, museum exhibits, art openings, processions, royal events and outdoor activities where acres of strawberries with cream and gallons of Pimms are consumed. Best of … [Read more...]
All The Queen’s Horses, A Birthday Celebration
All the Queen's Horses At the Queen's official birthday celebration, all the Queen's horses play a historical role in the pageantry. This year, the Queen's 90th, there was a smaller more personal birthday celebration at Windsor Castle preceding the official one. It too had horses in the pivotal role. "No one does spectacle like the British … [Read more...]
John Dolan and the Dog who Transformed his Life
John Dolan was once homeless, down and out. That was before he and his dog George found one another. Times have changed. He recently had a successful one man exhibit at London's Howard Griffin Gallery, his book, John and George: The Dog Who changed My Life, is being published by Random House and he is preparing for an exhibition of his work in Los … [Read more...]
