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St George's Day 2009

Celebrate St George's Day 2009

Mayor of London Boris Johnson will celebrate St George's Day with a programme of free events and will fly the English Flag outside City Hall on April 23.

Events include the popular annual Shakespeare’s Birthday celebrations at the Globe and a concert in Trafalgar Square .

Concert on the Square
Shakespeares Birthday Party

Upon announcing his plans The Mayor said:

"St George’s Day has been ignored in London for far too long, but I’m truly pleased to announce some fantastic events to mark this occasion. We have much to be proud of in this great country, England has given so much to the world, politically, socially and artistically. St George’s Day is a time to celebrate the very best of everything English and the Cross of St George will proudly fly outside City Hall on 23rd April. I look forward to hopping on a Routemaster and visiting Leadenhall Market for traditional English festivities. I encourage everyone to join in the fun and celebrate England’s great Patron Saint."

Concert on the Square

The Trafalgar Square concert 'Contemporary Music, English Roots' takes place on Saturday 25 April from 12.30pm to 6pm and is a unique opportunity to hear some of the finest folk inspired music coming out of England today. It features performances by Seth Lakeman, Eliza Carthy, Jim Moray, Kathryn Tickell, Peter Tickell, Netsayi, Demon Barbers and Bishi, artists who are reaching new audiences and finding innovative ways to express music that is inspired by the English folk tradition.

Full details for the Concert in the Square

Shakespeares Birthday Party

There will be a celebration at Shakespeare's Globe to mark the 400th anniversary of the publication of Shakespeare's sonnets. This free family event takes place on Sunday 19 April, from midday to 5pm (last entry 4.30pm). There will be sonneteers, plus interactive games and activities to unlock the timeless beauty of Shakespeare's verse and language.

Full details for Shakespeare's Birthday Party