Curzon to headline entertainment at Camden Market
LabTech, owner of Camden Market, has signed a partnership with independent cinema group, Curzon, for a pop-up cinema that will be hosted in the market’s North Yard from 16 September for two weeks.
Curzon will operate its exclusive open-air cinema seven days a week, with a capacity for 150 people. The Camden x Curzon partnership will provide visitors with the opportunity to experience exclusive screenings for films yet to hit the UK, including Francois Ozon’s hotly-anticipated ‘Summer of 85’. The open-air cinema will be designed by Curzon’s in house team, hosting deckchairs, and black carpet throughout to help guests immerse themselves in the cinematic experience.
Known as a place to discover other worlds and cultures, Curzon aims to broaden perspectives and deliver memorable theatrical experiences. The cinematic brand’s latest pop-up venue will stand alongside Camden’s latest restaurant openings including; Neat Burger, the world’s first plant-based sustainable burger chain and The Indian Alley.
Philip Knatchbull, CEO of Curzon, said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with Camden Market to host our first open-air cinema post-lockdown. It is an opportunity for us to welcome visitors back to enjoy the cinematic experience in a safe and secure environment complemented by Camden Market’s iconic F&B offer. We are confident our years in providing great entertainment will help deliver the ideal evening out for Londoners all over, and will help entice people out to enjoy the ever-evolving offer at Camden Market.”
Maggie Milosavljevic, LabTech’s Retail Commercial Director, added: “Camden Market continues to lead the way in putting London back on the map for locals and visitors to enjoy different food, drinks, retail and leisure experiences post-lockdown. When building our offering, we always like to work with unique operators that can bring something different to Camden. Curzon, with its rich cinematic heritage and reputation for introducing critically acclaimed films to the market, definitely fits the bill.”
This news follows Camden Market’s recent partner initiatives showcasing screenings of films that support both the Black Lives Matter and Pride campaigns.
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Film schedule:
16th September - Being a Human Person with an introduction by director Fred Scott
17th September - Our Little Girl by Sébastien Lifshitz
18th September - Memories of Murder by Bong Joon Ho
19th September - Barking Dogs Never Bite by Bong Joon Ho
20th - 30th September - Summer of 85 by Francois Ozon
LabTech
LabTech curates destination landmarks globally, the portfolio comprises of flexible working, residential, retail and food & leisure communities. The company owns and manages the majority of its over 2 million square feet real estate across Camden, Holborn, Kings Cross and is valued at over £3bn.
ABOUT CAMDEN MARKET
Open since 1974, Camden Market is a diverse community of creative sellers, street food traders and independent stores next to the Regent’s Canal. Open every day, it has over 1,000 places to shop, eat, drink and browse in the historic central London location. Camden Market continues to grow as a cultural hub for music, art, fashion and food, which reflects on the community roots that helped to form the Market at its inception.
ABOUT NORTH YARD
Set in the northern-most quarter of the world-renowned Camden Market, the North Yard is the 'Camden Market' for the local Londoner. Shop for fine food produce and Great Taste Awards exclusives, see food and drink artisans at work - from handmade fudge to fine French patisserie - or enjoy restaurant style dining from some of London’s finest street food pop ups turned bricks and mortar sites, housed in beautifully restored, Grade II-listed buildings.
The ongoing curation champions the market's ethos for nurturing entrepreneurial talent and supporting businesses, both home-grown and market-born. These include The Camden Grocer (fine foods grocer and deli), Indian street food concept - from the team behind Benares – Indian Alley, Rudy’s Dirty Vegan Diner, (London’s first 100% vegan diner and vegan shake bar). They join already established London favourites, The Cheese Bar and Pamban (chai house and eatery specialising in Sri Lankan/Indian eats).