{"title": "The Lyrical Bridge: An Immersive Journey through Chinese Verse &…", "start": "2026-11-07T15:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Goldsmiths, University of London Campus", "address": "SE14 6NW London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-lyrical-bridge-an-immersive-journey-through-chinese-verse-sound-tickets-2000577131053", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["literature/poetry", "music", "society"], "description": "The Lyrical Bridge: An Immersive Journey through Chinese Verse & Sound is a family workshop where children and their parents experience Chinese poetry through sound, verse and live music, rather than lessons or rote learning. It is run by the Confucius Institute for Dance and Performance at Goldsmiths, University of London. The bilingual session includes interactive poetry learning in pinyin, Chinese and English, drama games and creative movement, live erhu and piano accompaniment, and family singing with a showcase, plus a small gift for every child. It suits ages 5 to 12, admission is free with limited spaces and booking required, and adults should wear comfortable clothes and flat non-slip footwear, joining in throughout.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-lyrical-bridge-an-immersive-journey-through-chinese-vers-36272/", "official_url": "https://www.gold.ac.uk/calendar/?id=16239", "image": "https://noky.io/images/e9c072021cd88af3ed56cd29aa0181121158b1df8a35314850c23b30a3448523-1200.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-07T15:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Goldsmiths, University of London Campus", "address": "SE14 6NW London", "tickets": ""}, {"start": "2026-12-06T15:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Goldsmiths, University of London Campus", "address": "SE14 6NW London", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Chinese Calligraphy Club", "start": "2026-10-31T11:00:00Z", "end": "2026-10-31T12:00:00Z", "place": "Forest Hill Library", "address": "Dartmouth Rd, London SE23 3HZ", "price": "GBP 25", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/chinese-calligraphy-art-school-forest-hill-library-a-mindful-retreat-tickets-539420229427", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/calligraphy"], "description": "Chinese Calligraphy Club is a family activity at Forest Hill Library exploring Chinese culture and language, open to ages 2.5 to 99. 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Suitable for all levels, from curious beginners to experienced artists, the guided practice leads participants to create their own artworks combining calligraphy and painting. All essential materials, including rice paper, ink, brushes and colours, are provided; students bring two small containers for water and ink plus some newspaper for the workspace, and wear dark clothing as ink can stain.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/chinese-painting-calligraphy-36912/", "official_url": "https://www.landmarkartscentre.org/class/chinese-painting-calligraphy-2/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/7fa34bea2a459ea9ef4cf550dea8eba60c15ce0a7513c7f17030ec8975ead927-1200.webp"}, {"title": "The Sound Labs: Music beyond limitations", "start": "2026-11-05T13:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Poplar Union", "address": "Cotall Street 2, E14 6TL London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://book.plinth.org.uk/e/XeRzEjpdCnszpC9G25oq", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["literature/spoken-word", "music"], "description": "\"The Sound Labs: Music beyond limitations\" is a relaxed and playful class for exploring music, voice, spoken word and creativity, open to anyone aged 18 and over with no previous experience needed. 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The project aims to show that creativity needs no expertise or formal training, valuing curiosity, experimentation and imagination over polished outcomes in an inclusive, supportive group setting.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/the-sound-labs-music-beyond-limitations-76780/", "official_url": "https://poplarunion.com/event/the-sound-labs-music-beyond-limitations/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/fb6125ff14a0d8685a78c2b9c01e0ba6426fb412af8887e7c8a6d9eb3249d5ea-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Crossing Borders: Japanese Popular Music, Culture and Identity", "start": "2026-10-30T14:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Goldsmiths, University of London Campus", "address": "SE14 6NW London", "price": "free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "tickets_url": "https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/forum-crossing-borders-japanese-popular-music-culture-and-identity-tickets-2000371664497?aff=oddtdtcreator", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["music/pop", "society/culture"], "description": "A workshop exploring Japan's popular culture through lectures, presentations and a workshop session. 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The course is aimed at adults of any background and young people aged 16 and over, from complete beginners to more experienced writers, and invites them into a warm creative community.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/london/events/writing-poetry-voice-craft-and-conversation-36904/", "official_url": "https://www.landmarkartscentre.org/class/writing-poetry-voice-craft-and-conversation-2/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/f6f907b12b184926967f926fbebde4a3afa77ad5d1e430e368bde29b3c3e647e-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Vocal Cypher Workshop", "start": "2026-11-03T15:00:00Z", "end": "2026-11-03T19:00:00Z", "place": "Community Links", "address": "Barking Road 105, E16 4HQ London", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "tickets_url": "", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["music/hip-hop/rap"], "description": "Vocal Cypher Workshop is a weekly gathering for rappers and singers who enjoy freestyle creative expression, held by Links Studios at Community Links. 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