OUR GUIDE TO FEBRUARY IN LONDON
February is when Soho and London really come into their own. It’s a good moment to plan a stay and shape a few evenings around what’s happening nearby.
Steven Frayne, formerly known as Dynamo, returns to our neighbour Underbelly Boulevard with Up Close and Magical, an intimate show that plays to his close-up style. Magic has always had a place here. Our owner’s father, Noel Snr, was a magician himself, which makes this feel especially fitting. Early March also brings a live DJ set from Norman Jay MBE at the hotel, and with Valentine’s approaching, our Soho Love Affair package offers an easy way to turn an evening into a thoughtful, unhurried stay.
THEATRE
COSI FAN TUTTE, LONDON COLISEUM | Ends 21st February.
Mozart’s witty Italian comedy comes to the Coliseum, with English National Opera bringing sharp humour, romance and elegant staging to a classic tale of love and loyalty.
MJ THE MUSICAL, PRINCE EDWARD THEATRE | Ends 28th February.
It's a Thriller, but you've not got long before it moonwalks out of the West End for good. Michael Jackson's life story is told through a soundtrack of his songs.
THE LIVE AID MUSICAL, SHAFTESBURY THEATRE | Ends 7th February.
A high-energy tribute to the legendary 1985 Live Aid concerts, packed with era-defining hits and a story rooted in music, activism and global unity.
MUSIC
SOHO CALLING, MULTIPLE VENUES | Only on 25th February
A one-night festival celebrating Soho’s music legacy, with over 25 artists performing across seven iconic venues for one night only on 25th February.
MORRISSEY, THE O2 LONDON | Only on 28th February
Love him or not, former Smiths frontman remains a cultural force. His concerts still sell out and his presence still carries weight. Performing on 28th February for one night only.
FLORENCE + THE MACHINE, O2 LONDON | 16th & 17th February
Florence Welch brings the Everybody Scream Tour to London, delivering powerful live indie-rock anthems and some new tracks on a grand scale.
EVENTS & exhibitions
CHINESE NEW YEAR, CHINATOWN | 16th & 17th February
Parades, lion dances, pop-ups and special menus take over Chinatown for London’s biggest Lunar New Year celebration. The place to experience the vibrant energy and rich traditions.
RUSSEL HOWARD, THE LONDON PALLADIUM | 5th till 8th February
After record-breaking shows worldwide, he’s inviting audiences back into the room - no phones, no distractions, just people and jokes. Don’t tell the algorithm.
ORCHID FESTIVAL, KEW GARDENS | Ends 8th March
Kew’s annual winter favourite returns for its 30th anniversary, filling the glasshouses with colour and floral displays inspired by China.