What's on in Brentford this weekend: Architecture talk, new exhibition, Axis Mvndi launch event and more

By Isabel Millett

19th May 2022 | Local News

Ballymore will open the doors to The Brentford Project on Thursday evening
Ballymore will open the doors to The Brentford Project on Thursday evening

What's On in Brentford this weekend

Every Thursday we bring you our top picks of events in Brentford happening over the coming weekend.

Browse our What's On section or read on for the can't-miss events on in Brentford between now and Sunday.

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Events coming up in Brentford

Thursday: Dick Barton Special Agent

The award winning St Faith's Players are back at the Watermans Theatre to present " Dick Barton Special Agent"

The super sleuth spoof musical by Phil Wilmott Welcome to 1940s London where super sleuth Dick Barton and his trusty companions Jock and Snowy Attempt to thwart the evil Baron Scarheart and mischievous Marta Heartburn with their plans for world domination.

A fun filled tongue in cheek adaption of the classic radio show This adaption production of " Dick Barton Special Agent" is presented by Arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. On behalf of Samuel French Ltd.

More information here.

 Thursday: Designing a modern neighbourhood – in conversation at The Brentford Project

Ballymore will be opening the doors to The Brentford Project on Thursday evening and offering an exclusive opportunity to learn first-hand about the future of the waterfront regeneration project as it comes to life, with its latest event: 'Designing a modern neighbourhood – in conversation at The Brentford Project'.

Advance tickets are sold out but contact the organisers or turn up on the door to see if there is enquire into further availability.

Click here for further details.

Friday: Axis Mvndi Launch Event

Join Watermans for the launch event of its new exhibition, Axis Mvndi: Cosmic Radio Sculptures.

Axis Mvndi is a device that sends radio waves in space in order to draw shapes at a cosmic scale. By playing on the movement of a dish antenna, ancient cosmological models are materialized into space and become autonomous shapes in infinite movement.

No need to book, just turn up for a first look at the exhibition and to talk with the artists.

All info here

Saturday: When Flowers Dream

Join the Shirley Sherwood Gallery of Botanical Art for an ethereal exhibition by internationally-renowned artist Tanya Schultz (a.k.a. Pip & Pop).

When Flowers Dream showcases an eclectic mix of vibrant artworks made from everyday materials such as sugar, candy, and assorted craft materials.

Don't miss the bespoke installation for Kew; an imaginary landscape filled with foods of the future, created in collaboration with Kew scientists.

Exhibition details here

Saturday: Isleworth Junior Bowls Club

The Isleworth Junior Bowls Club launches on Saturday with the first lesson free of charge for all players.

Open to children aged between 3-16 years.

More information here.

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