Events
Fit for life
Make like Madonna and take up pilates this
autumn. According to fitness instructor Sonia
Palecek, who has been a coach for 10 years,
pilates can have many benefits.
“It can be the start of a new lease of life,
bringing a spring to the step by improving
energy levels and helping with weight loss,”
she says.
There are two different classes. For those
with some pilates or yoga experience, the
Wednesday session from 7.15pm to 8.30pm is
most suitable. £15 drop-in or £130 for 10.
For absolute beginners, those recovering
from injury or new mums, try the set of six
classes on Tuesdays from 7.30pm to 8.30pm,
beginning October 13. £90 for six.
All classes take place at St Barnabas, 14
Ranelagh Grove. For more information visit
www.palecek-principles.co.uk or call Sonia on
07764 580316.
Kids’ treat
Pssst…!
Spanish lessons for children are on offer in Belgravia. Aimed at
primary school kids, the classes are a joint venture between the
Cervantes Institute and La Jolie Ronde Languages for children.
Halloween is usually associated with Classes are held at the Cervantes Institute, 102 Eaton Square,
darkness, devils and demons – but St on Saturdays. Call 020 7235 0353 for more information.
Michael’s church in Chester Square will
celebrate much nicer things at its hugely
popular annual Light Party. Aimed at 4-11
year olds, it’s an alternative to Halloween
and aims to reflect the idea that Jesus is
light of the world. Last year more than
1,000 children took part.
Author turns actor
Expect lots of fun games like apple
bobbing and eating doughnuts without “I have the choice to continue. I have the choice to stop.”
licking your lips. Face-painting, crafts, Tim Crouch is a playwright who approaches theatre as
plenty of sweets and a Nintendo Wii on a if it were conceptual art, according to The Guardian. His
big screen are also on offer. Parents can new play, The Author, is a story of hope, violence and
relax with a free cup of tea or coffee. exploitation. Viewers will laugh with the actors, tap their
feet to the music and interact with their neighbours.
October 31, 5.30-7.30pm, St Michael’s Crouch is acting in the play.
church, Chester Square. Admission free,
everyone welcome. September 23-October 24 at the Royal Court Theatre,
Sloane Square. Tickets from £10. Tel: 020 7565 5000.
Contains material that may be disturbing.
Scents of time
Schubert Ensemble
Perfume boutique Les Senteurs is 25 years October 22: Marie-Hélène Rogeon,
old this year and to celebrate, the family- descendant of legendary couturier Paul
owned business is holding a series of talks Poiret, has revived the family brand Rosine.
about perfume. October 30: David Frossard is brand
The talks take place at Les Senteurs, 71 developer of Frapin, a French cognac
Elizabeth Street from 6.30pm to 8.30pm producer that launches its fifth perfume
(£20, redeemable against purchases on the this autumn.
evening). To book, call 020 7730 2322. November, date tbc: Frédéric Malle is the
October 1: Rising star Ben Gorham will grandson of Serge Heftler, founder of
discuss Byredo – his range of eight scents. Parfums Dior, and is himself a pioneer of
October 5: Lorenzo Villoresi is one of 21st century perfume.
Italy’s most celebrated perfumers.
October 8: Mona di Orio introduces her
new creation, Jabu.
October 12: Isabelle Doyen, collaborator
of Annick Goutal perfumes, and René
Schifferle discuss their partnership.
October 13: Isabelle Doyen.
October 16: Marc-Antoine Corticchiato is
the creator of Parfums d’Empire, one of
the most romantic niche perfume houses.
October 19: Pierre Guillaume is one of
the youngest and most intriguing
perfumers in France.
October 21: Christopher Chong is
creative director of Omani perfume house
Amouage.
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