Justin Timberlake’s return to UK stage is Justified

~ Demand to see Justin live soars by 447 per cent following Capital Summertime Ball ~

 

Justin Timberlake fans have flocked to viagogo, the world’s largest ticket marketplace, searching for tickets to see him live, following his storming performance as host of the Capital Summertime Ball yesterday. The actor, singer and husband of Jessica Biel certainly has been growing a large following since his Mickey Mouse Club days.

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Fans hoping for a chance to rock their bodies with JT once more this summer have been snapping up tickets to The Wireless Festival.  Demand for the Friday date (12th July), which Timberlake will headline, spiked by 447 per cent overnight for the one day festival. Although tickets are sold out at the box office, they are still available on viagogo’s marketplace.

 

And with the announcement that he will tour in 2014, ‘Justin Timberlake’ was the most searched term on the viagogo site over the weekend.

 

viagogo spokesperson Steve Roest comments:  “Justin Timberlake reminded his fans yesterday what a brilliant showman he is, so it’s no wonder they are desperate to snap up a ticket to see him live this summer.  This adds to the anticipation already building for his 2014 tour, the 20/20 Experience, which could give One Direction’s Where We Are tour next year some real competition.”

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All you have to do is go to the Lucozade Energy website or the Facebook page, go to the Yes Project and enter the code from your bottle. The competition runs until the 14th of June but you should like the Lucozade Energy Facebook page for daily chances to win other prizes. The exclusive events will be in a London location that will not disappoint.

You can see AlunaGeorge, who are a dynamic duo who consist of Aluna Francis (vocals) and George Reid (instruments/synths). They incorporate rhyme and Blues and Hip hop with sounds not commonly found in such genres, such as electrosynth with an aura of 80/90s pop. Their songs hinge on the chemistry between Aluna’s cool, commanding, distinctly British vocals and George’s disorientating brew of warped samples, twitching beats and thick, woozy bass.

They have had huge success with ‘White Noise’ and ‘Attracting Flies’ AlunaGeorge are on their way to even bigger things. The VEVO Go Show with Lucozade will showcase a sample of their tracks and some lucky person will get a chance to actually meet them.

There are also more opportunities to win amazing prizes daily along with the chance to hear the best in music exclusives with The YES Project. So what are you waiting for? Get your hands on a promotional pack and enter the code on your bottle along with your email address.

 

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Sensational Butterflies at the Natural History Museum

Book now to see the Natural History Museum come alive with Sensational Butterflies
29 March to 15 September 2013 at the Natural History Museum, London
If you are looking for something to do this Easter weekend then Frost recommends the Natural History Museum. From chomping caterpillars to beautiful butterflies, experience the magic and beauty of one of nature’s
most fascinating life cycles in this popular outdoor exhibition. The live tropical butterfly house and
garden will be returning to the Museum’s east lawn on 29 March, just in time for the Easter holidays.
As you follow the trail along the life cycle route, watch hungry caterpillars hatch by your side and
witness hundreds of striking butterflies and moths fluttering above your head.
012 Sensational Butterflies
Come face to face with species from all over the globe including the spectacular swallowtail, the
beautiful blue morpho, the magnificent moon moth and many more, originating from Africa, Southeast
Asia and North and South America.
Sensational Butterflies will give you the chance to see the world’s most stunning butterflies, while
learning about the surprising lives they lead through live specimens, games and interactive displays.
Highlights include:
  • an outdoor butterfly garden with tips on how to attract butterflies and create your own
  • butterfly garden at home
  • fun, interactive activities allowing you to explore fascinating butterfly facts
  • the chance to watch butterflies emerge from their chrysalises through the hatchery window
  • a riot of colourful tropical plants in the house and garden
  • tips and advice from the butterfly house manager
Dates and times:
29 March to 15 September 2013, 10.00–17.50
Visitor enquiries:
020 7942 5000
Admission:
Adult, child and concession £4.50*, school £2.50*, family £16*.
Adult, child and concession £4, school £2.50, family £14.40.
Free for Members, Patrons and children under four.
Nearest tube:
South Kensington
Website:
Twitter:
#sensationalbutterflies

MINT Polo in the Park 2013: Frost Learns How To Play Polo

I have always been intrigued by polo. Playing a sport is hard enough but playing it on a horse seems almost impossible. So can someone who has never done it before learn to play? Frost writer James and I went to the Chesterton Humberts MINT Polo in the Park Academy day to learn how to play polo. Neither of us had been on a horse for a while so we thought it would be interesting!

First of all we are taught the moves by excellent professional polo players Andrew Murray and Rosie Ross. I don’t do well at first but Andrew sets me straight by correcting how I am holding the mallet and telling me to look at the ball, not straight ahead. Otherwise you top the ball instead of hitting it straight on. Andrew is a brilliant teacher and I soon find myself gaining confidence and hitting the ball properly. We are also told the rules of Polo.

After we have gone through the shots it is time for a riding lesson. Some of us are more nervous than others. I can’t remember the last time I was on a horse and neither can James. I get on my horse, Talia, and she looks at me as if to say “I have no idea who you are but you certainly don’t seem to know what you are doing.’

Catherine BalavageIn the photo above I look pretty confident but actually when I first got on the horse I was slightly nervous. This all went away after I got into the swing of it. We have a riding lesson which taught us how to make the horse do what we want, how to hold the reins, go left and right and cantor. In polo you hold the reins with one hand so you can hold the mallet with the other one. This seems difficult at first but it isn’t.

The day is an incredible amount of fun and I manage to show some authority and get my horse to listen to me.

After the riding lesson we play some polo. It really is addictive and a huge amount of fun. I want to do it more now. It is fun and challenging. I have realised that the most fun things have an element of scariness attached to them and polo certainly fits that bill. I love it.

James thrives and even wins the Most Improved Player trophy. Afterwards we are issued certificates to say we graduated. It was a brilliant day. I am hooked now.

 

 

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Kick Off The Summer Social Season With
MINT Polo in the Park 2013
Be a part of this unique London lifestyle event which blends fashion,
retail and gastronomy with thrilling, high-octane polo.
Where:
Hurlingham Park, Fulham, SW6 3RQ.
Event dates:
7th, 8th & 9th June 2013
Friday 7th June:
City Friday, 12:00 – 21:00 hrs
Saturday 8th June:
Ladies’ Day, 12:00 – 20:00 hrs
Sunday 9th June:
Finals Day, 12:00 – 19:00 hrs
For the fifth consecutive year, Hurlingham Park in Fulham will play host to one of the most hotly anticipated sporting and
social events in London’s calendar; on June 7th, 8th and 9th the hallowed turf will thunder with the hooves of world class
polo ponies. Enjoy a day of entertainment at the spiritual home of polo, which is conveniently located in central London.
On the field, teams from around the globe will compete to be crowned champions of MINT Polo in the Park 2013.
This year’s event will guarantee a quintessentially British atmosphere fused with the truly international flavour of the
sport, with the four corners of the globe being represented by IG Index Team Sydney, Mandarin Oriental Team Beijing,
Otkritie Team Moscow, City AM Team Abu Dhabi and the ever-popular Camino Real Team Buenos Aires, plus the home
team and 2012 Champions, MINT Team London. It is the perfect way to kick off the summer social season with friends,
family, clients or colleagues.
Eat, drink, shop, socialise, enjoy world-class hospitality and see thrilling polo with the thousands of guests who return
year after year to this multi award-winning event.
Winner of the 2010 and 2011 London Sport Attraction of the Year at The London Lifestyle Awards, MINT Polo in the Park
is the leading outdoor polo and lifestyle event in Central London. It is regarded highly for its innovative format and
provides the perfect introduction for those less well-acquainted with the sport.


2013 Features
We are delighted to announce a range of off-field features, entertainment and hospitality areas. Some are brand new
additions to the event and others are the welcome return of favourites from previous years.
KERB Food Market
KERB Food Market is a new pitch-side addition which offers an abundance of fresh produce from Britain and abroad.
Providing variety and great value food, KERB gives you the opportunity to sample some of the finest fresh produce and
delicious summer party favourites throughout the three-day event.
The Pommery Champagne Garden
The Pommery Champagne Garden gives spectators first-class service and spectacular views of the polo. Relax on the
deck chairs, challenge your friends to a game of table football or simply sit back in the salubrious surroundings and sip
on a glass of vintage Pommery.
Mahiki
2013 sees the return of London’s premier nightclub, which will take pride of place and offer some of the best pitch-side
views of the polo action. Renowned as one of the places to be in on the capital’s social scene, Mahiki blends a
Polynesian ambiance with chic luxury London living.
Crown & Corgi Pub
A proper British pub is clearly an important addition to such a quintessentially British sporting and social event. The
Crown & Corgi provides a fantastic vantage point from which to get close to the on-field action. In addition the bar has
been extended from last year so that you can spend less time ordering drinks and more time enjoying them.
The PIMM’S Bus
The iconic double decker bus will provide the centre piece of the white picket fenced PIMM’s garden. Their expert
mixologists provide you with possibly the most revered and established summer party beverage, which no British social
occasion would be complete without. Recline on the deck chairs and soak up the very best of British.
CLUBHOUSE
Stella Artois is proud to be the Official Lager Supplier to MINT Polo in the Park 2013.
Guests are invited to visit the Stella Artois Clubhouse which will embody the upmost sophistication and where master
draftsmen will serve chalices of perfectly poured Stella Artois; introducing them to the discerning style and authenticity
of the brand.
The KERB food market
KERB are a centrally organised community of independent ‘Street-Food’ vendors. They have a strict vetting process
based on the highest levels of product, sourcing, health and hygiene, as well as style and originality. KERB are well
known in both the ‘foodie’ and ‘trendy’ circles of London for their phenomenal variety and world famous burgers.
Luxury Shopping Village
Featuring over 40 exhibitors selling a wide range of quality products, the Luxury Shopping Village is a wonderful
showcase of products you might not find on the high street. From hats to Argentine leather goods and bespoke
jewellery to exquisite works of art and some of the finest accessories for town and country, our retailers are ready to
help you find that extra special souvenir of your day.

 
Club Med Kids
As the leading family travel organiser, Club Med have joined us to ensure all members of the family are kept entertained
at MINT Polo in the Park. Our extended and improved Kids’ Zone reflects a truly family-friendly event which caters for
parents and children alike. The secure, supervised area will feature soft play, face painting, ball pools, competitions and
music. The Club Med Kids’ Zone means that you can bring the entire family for a great day out with us.
Finals Day (Sun 9th June)
In addition to the weekend-long Club Med Kids’ Zone, Sunday 9th June will see not only the mounting tension of the
polo as the teams progress towards the final, but also a range of on-field entertainment between matches catering for
children of all ages. In addition to this, exclusively on Finals Day we will be running a range of on-field activities
especially for children. These activities will be free and will run from Midday until 1.45pm offering a great start to any
child’s day out. On-field activities will include a giant inflatable slide, relay races, British Bulldog and dodgeball run by
our partner charity, Walking With The Wounded. We will also have children’s entertainers circulating within the crowd
throughout the day, providing the ultimate family experience.
Charity Work
MINT Polo in the Park is delighted to announce that Walking with the Wounded will return as the official charity partner
for MINT Polo in the Park 2013. Walking with the Wounded raises money to fund the training of wounded service
personnel so that they are equipped with the skills and qualifications required to find long-term employment and create
secure futures for themselves and their families. Later this year Walking With The Wounded South Pole Allied Challenge
2013 will see teams of wounded servicemen and women from the four corners of the globe race across the Antarctic.


Ticket Packages
MINT Polo in the Park brings polo from its traditional home in the counties to the heart of London and our ticketing
packages are tailored to suit a range of requirements. Bookings for individual and group tickets are made via
Ticketmaster on 0844 248 5069.
General Admission
Enjoy the event with the ability to roam around all public areas of the venue.
Grandstand Tickets
In addition to access to the venue at ground level, this pass allows you access to the Grandstand for the seats with the
best views of the action. Purchasing a Grandstand Ticket means your seat will be allocated exclusively to you.
Family & Groups
Share the experience with friends and family by taking advantage of our family and group discounts.
– Family Ticket includes two adults and two children.
– Groups of 10-20 people: Save 10%
– Groups of 21-30 people: Save 15%
– Groups of 31 or over: Save 20%
VIP Hospitality at The Hurlingham Club
Enjoy luncheon at one of the UK’s most prestigious members’ club, its history inextricably linked to the history of polo.
Walk through the beautiful 42-acre garden following lunch to the private pitch-side Hurlingham Club Enclosure where
you will enjoy our hospitality and fantastic views of the polo. Please contact Rachel at City Events on 0207 936 5284 or
VIP Hospitality at Hurlingham Park
Polo and social entertaining go hand-in-hand so if you have a summer celebration, are organising a group visit or wish
to entertain clients or colleagues then these private, staffed marquees are perfect for your event.


Pricing
Friday 7th June
General Admission (no restriction on access to the Grandstand on Friday ONLY)
Adult
£20
(£5 after 5pm)
Child
£10
(free after 5pm)
Family
£60
Saturday 8th June
Grandstand
Adult
£45
Child
£15
Family
£110
General Admission
Adult
£35
Child
£15
Family
£75
Sunday 9th June
Grandstand
Adult
£40
Child
£10
Family
£80
General Admission
Adult
£25
Child
£10
Family
£60
Find more about MINT Polo in the Park
PoloInTheParkLondon.com | Facebook.com/PoloInThePark | @PoloInThePark


Tickets
Ticketmaster
0844 248 5069

The Tailor-Made Man | Theatre Review

The Tailor-Made Man, set in Hollywood during the 1930s, is a musical theatre show, which
still strongly maintains the quality of a play.

Exceptionally staged – at the Arts Theatre in London, West End – its creative team,
includes super talented choreographer Nathan M. Wright who, in between his many credits,
also counts the mass movement choreography of the London Olympic & Paralympics
2012.

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The stars studded musical production has brilliant actors in the leading roles: Faye Tozer, Mike
McShane and Dylan Turner. Faye Tozer (from the band pop band Steps) delivers
an outstanding and energetic performance certainly not inhibited by the vocal tone
variations the part requires and the upper class mannerism of the early 20th century. Also,
starring undying talent Mike McShane and classically, impeccably beautiful, as much as
skilled, Dylan Turner that has already landed roles in Mamma Mia! (Prince of Wales)
and Grease (Victoria Palace) just to mention a few. Full of character Bradley Clarkson
also gives a captivating and dynamic performance. Worth a mention is Kay Murphy
who gives a funny and outstandingly performance in the role of Pola Negri, the famous Polish actress.

Claudio Macor co-wrote ‘The Tailor-Made Man’ book with Amy Rosenthal, adapted
the play and directed it. ‘The Tailor-Made Man’, was nominated for Best New Play in 1995 and
for writer of the year and then some years later was made into a musical. The music is by Duncan
Walsh Atkins and Adam Meggido.

‘The Tailor-Made Man’ is a true old Hollywood story that brings back memories of when
the homosexuality was far from being socially accepted. It is the true story of William ‘Billy’ Haines who was a movie star at MGM, and then became a famous interior designer in Hollywood. It highlights the emotional difficulties, openly declared gay men had to go through including work discrimination
and episodes of verbal and physical violence, all of this surrounded by the Hollywood
creative melting pots of sophisticated artists and a bit of sentimental twist.

The musical will run for a limited eight weeks season until the 6th of April.

http://www.thetailormademanlondon.com/

Written by Paola Berta

Win Tickets To Exclusive PokerStars Launch Party

The UK poker scene is set for a massive boost of energy with the launch of PokerStars LIVE at The Hippodrome Casino and the start of the London Poker Festival, reinforcing London’s place as one of the world’s greatest poker destinations.

Opening its doors to the public on Tuesday 5th March, PokerStars LIVE will offer tournaments and cash games 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to players of all levels of experience. Whether a seasoned poker pro or a first-timer looking to try their hand, PokerStars LIVE will offer games and tournaments to suit many tastes.

And Frost Magazine has a pair of tickets to giveaway for the launch of the new live poker experience at London’s iconic Hippodrome Casino. As part of the launch celebrations, PokerStars will be hosting a VIP/Celeb party on Monday 4th March with an informal poker tournament included in the evening.

The competition offers invited guests the chance to play against each other in a quick format for prizes including iPad minis, Kindle Fires as well as a Macbook Pro.
With the bar fully stocked, canapés on order, PokerStars launch party is set to be the talk of London town…
To win follow @Frostmag on Twitter or Frost’s editor, @Balavage. Alternatively, sign up to our newsletter.

PokerStars LIVE launches in grand style as host to the London Poker Festival, alongside the Grosvenor Victoria Casino on Edgware Road. The festival will incorporate events from both the UK and Ireland Poker Tour (UKIPT), and the European Poker Tour (EPT), to create a spectacular 11-day poker extravaganza.

 

Over 2,000 players from all over the world are expected to head to the capital to take part in the events with buy-ins from as little as £100.  The crown jewel of the festival will be the £5,000 buy-in EPT Main Event which will see the winner take home a top prize likely to be in the region of £1 million. Many players will have won their travel, accommodation and tournament buy-in online at PokerStars.com for as little as £1.10.

 

UK media personality and Team PokerStars Pro, Victoria Coren was the first female player to win an EPT event back in Season 3 when she won on home turf to take home the top prize of £500,000. She said “I’m very excited about my first visit to The Hippodrome Casino for the opening of PokerStars LIVE. PokerStars is without question the best online poker site, so I’m looking forward to seeing what they can do with a live card room! As for the London Poker Festival, I’m counting the days as if it was Christmas. Everyone will be flooding into London from around Britain and Ireland for the UKIPT, and from around the world for the EPT, and I love it when my home town becomes the international centre of poker action for that magical couple of weeks.”

 

The EPT is now in its 9th year, and has paid out in excess of £250 million in prize pools, and visited classically glamorous destinations such as Prague, Sanremo and Monaco.

For more details on the London Poker Festival:  www.europeanpokertour.com/tournaments/london/

 

 

Astounding Gig World Records Revealed by StubHub UK

These are record-breaking times for live music, with the world’s biggest artists regularly selling more tickets faster than ever for their smash global tours and concerts. Here at StubHub, we love nothing more than a record-breaker – which is why we’ve compiled the ten most impressive records ever set in the live music industry on one handy infographic. Ever wondered whose tours sell out the fastest? Or who pulls in the biggest crowds? What about the deepest ever concert – or highest in the sky? It’s all in here, along with a clutch of facts guarantee you’ll never have heard before, all courtesy of the good people at Guinness World Records.

Many of the artists you know and love are featured on this ingenious infographic, from pop legends like Robbie Williams to rock goliaths the Stone Roses and 30 Seconds to Mars. With 2013 set to be a huge year for live music, we’re looking forward to seeing these records and more broken by today’s top artists – be sure to share, like and retweet our infographic with your fellow gig-going friends!

Don’t forget to keep checking StubHub UK for all the latest concert listings and tickets for your favourite artists. As all tickets bought and sold with us are covered by our FanProtect Guarantee, you can always be sure that your ticket purchases are fully protected.

Can’t sell Cole to Newcastle


With a car crash last week which left her with a bloody nose and her arm in a sling, things are going from bad to worse for Cheryl with tickets to her Newcastle show being ditched in her home town, with some tickets being listed on viagogo, Europe’s largest ticket marketplace,  below face value for just £25.

 

Despite being born and raised just around the corner from Newcastle’s Metro Radio Arena where she’ll be performing on 16th and 17th October, it appears the Geordie’s are unshore and will not be Calling her Name in the crowd.

 

Viagogo’s Ed Parkinson said: “It’s seems that the saying is ringing true – you can’t sell Cole to Newcastle.  We’re really surprised to see that even top seats are selling for less than their face value for Cheryl’s upcoming tour dates and anyone looking to bag a last minute bargain could get themselves some amazing seats.”