Over three weeks of free stunning performances and cultural events as the City of London’s historic Bartholomew Fair is reimagined.
From 31 August to 16 September, the City will become the stage for an array of exciting, unique entertainment, and live performances taking place across the Square Mile.
Bartholomew Fair, which dates back to the 12th century and was last held in 1855, began as a cloth fair and quickly became London’s pre-eminent event, entertaining visitors for over 700 years. It drew acts and crowds from all over the country and further afield. The City’s revival, which takes place from 31 August to 16 September, sees a programme of UK and internationally renowned artists bringing a modern twist in a spectacular celebration of contemporary culture and the City of London’s unique heritage.
The epic recreation of Bartholomew Fair in the City of London will see over 250 free events, live performances, and unique spectacles in a contemporary reimagining of the capital’s greatest historic event.
1133 at Leadenhall Market
A punchy and provocative reworking of Bartholomew Fair by Ben Jonson (1614) from Olivier award-winning artist Kit Green.
1133 is a new fashion brand being launched 890 years after the first Bartholomew Fair; a four-day London Burning Man that ran for over 700 years, where you could both enjoy a hanging and gorge on delicious meat. Like the 1614 play this is a state of the nation piece, presented through a high-fashion filter.
Watch 1133 at Leadenhall Market on 14 September at 3pm and on 15 September at 3pm & 5pm.
View the full Bartholomew Fair programme at https://www.thecityofldn.com/bartholomew-fair.