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And tomorrow it arrives once again. Yes, London Fashion Week is here in all its designer finery. Models, stylists, PRs, and designers will all be working their socks off in the hope of achieving a rare and sacred nod of approval from Anna “Nuclear” Wintour.

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For those of you not so much into fashion, how about the news that not only Jay-Z but also Kings of Leon have announced trips to London? Or the fact that the ICA have just opened an amazing Billy Childish retrospective? Or the news that Sir Anthony Hopkins likes painting, as does Josh Hartnett, and a veritable horde of other unlikely celebrities?

Well if none of that interests you, then we've got one final ace up our sleeves: Paul Weller, KT Tunstall, Mr Hudson AND Kate Nash all performing to raise money for Haiti. Amazing huh?

Thursday 18th

A first major exhibition in the UK looking at the diverse oeuvre of contemporary artist, designer and architect Ron Arad. With over 120 works - from the early readymades to the technologically complex pieces of recent years as well as architectural designs, mass-produced items, and a new installation - this is a comprehensive survey of one of

2008 'Best Female Newcomer' Isy Suttie (you might recognise as Peep Show's IT geek Dobby) revisits the wondrous world of shelf-stackers and checkout girls in her critically acclaimed show Love Lost in The British Retail Industry at the BAC's comedy festival tonight.

Songs, stories and character comedy.

Friday 19th

Keith Coventry curates the second exhibition at Vegas Gallery's new Vyner Street space.

There's work on show by a massive range of big name artists - including Tracey Emin, Gavin Turk, Sebastian Horsley, Keith Tyson and Jeremy Deller - in order to explore the notion of voyeurism.

Formed over 20 years ago and still going strong, Fear Factory have been one of the most influential acts on the metal scene from the mid-'90s onwards. Despite a bit of in-band bickering that led to founding member and guitarist Dino Cazares leaving the band for a few years, the original line-up is now reconciled. Tonight they take to the stage

Saturday 20th

Tonight Tim Lawrence reads from his book Hold On to Your Dreams, a biography of composer, musician and singer Arthur Russell, accompanied by composer Jo Thomas. After the reading comes the UK debut set from Arthur's Landing, a band comprised of friends and fans of Arthur Russell, plus very special support. Tonight builds on the remarkable

Happy birthday East Village! Tonight, be prepared for a celebration of two years of quality clubbing. You know this is going to be big.

The lucky party-goers can look forward to very special guest DJ and producer Quentin Harris, who will be playing a 4 hour set, taking the crowd on a journey through all house bases old and new.

Ears Have Eyes is headed up by three passionate DJs who've been chucking brilliant underground parties in the heart of London's East End for over a year. Their always excellent guests are supplemented by the first rate residents. Musically, they cut a stealthy line through funk, disco, house and techno; interspersed with film soundtracks and

Sunday 21st

Tonight at Up The Creek, one of the circuit's leading stand-ups Reginald D Hunter headlines the Sunday Special, joined by the darkly brilliant Magnus Betner (a legend in Sweden - go see him) and skilled compere Dan Atkinson.

There is a also a house jazz band and a 'lucky dip' open spot for anyone wanting to try their luck at stand-up.

Monday 22nd

Sandpit events are always bloody awesome! They consist of weird fun and games in public places and basically make you feel like a little kid again: a smart, scheming kid with a sense of adventure and no shame.

This time the team take over the Spirit Level at the Royal Festival Hall. As ever, there's loads of cool stuff to take part in like running, bunting, betraying, predicting the future, and something involving "clumsy penguins"...

Sounds amazing!

Tuesday 23rd

Fronting the evening's NME Shockwaves Awards festivities, US alternative act, Girls unites a diverse selection of pop, psychedelia and hardcore.

Frequently inspired by past episodes of heartbreak, the band's melodic efforts feature an infectious touch of angst.

Wednesday 24th

With over 150 works on show, this exhibition at Tate Britain takes a fresh look at the incredible career of British sculptor Henry Moore.

Moore's immediately distinctive sculptures - all rounded organic curves, power and gentle humour - set him apart as one of the great artists of the twentieth century. This should be a cracking exhibition.

A week before Tim Burton's version of Lewis Carroll's ever-magical Victorian adventure Alice in Wonderland opens in the UK, the British Library is hosting a rather special evening.

Hosted by Burton-ophile Mark Salisbury, the evening consists of a celebration of both the book and the forthcoming film, with conversation, film and readings from Christopher Lee, Matt Lucas and Michael Sheen.

Even good old Will Self will be on hand to use some long words. Awesome!

Thursday 25th

The surreal genius and legend that is Simon Munnery returns to the Battersea Arts Centre with his latest show.

A former Perrier Award nominee, Munnery has made ground-breaking live performances throughout the UK in his time and impressed critics with his innovative multimedia shows. He has also written and starred in his own TV series Attention Scum (BBC Two) which was nominated for The Golden Rose of Montreux and has appeared on The Live Floor Show (BBC Two), The Stand-Up Show (BBC One) and Saturday Night Live (ITV1).

Is it that time of year already? Oh yes, Breakspoll is upon us once again. This annual get together of breakbeat artists and DJs from around the world will be welcomed by its host Fabric to begin the 2-day party, which will overall encompass 4500 people, 70 artists and 18 awards.

It might be a Thursday but this night will not be something to do by halves. All you breaks fans who've worked hard since Christmas should treat yourselves, and maybe even take the Friday off work?! After all, you will need to rest up for the second half of the celebrations at Matter the following night...

Raising crucial funds for the people of Haiti, this charity event unites some of the biggest names in the music industry, including The Futureheads, Seasick Steve and Kate Nash.

100% of all money raised will be donated to ActionAid and Médecins Sans Frontières in aid of their life-saving work with those affected by the earthquake.

Friday 26th

Man vs Machine!

Deep Blue was the chess playing computer that beat human chess champion Garry Kasparov in 1997. Kasparov accused the creators of Deep Blue of cheating and wanted a rematch. Deep Blue was then dismantled. Hmmm.....

Inspired by Deep Blue the machine is deepblue the dance company. In You Are Here, they explore the information archives we create so easily. Look at the ways we change and adjust to information and each other they present humans and technology working in harmony to create, store, share and retrieve information.

The legends that are Zinc and MJ Cole will be spinning the decks for the lucky crowd at the Westbury tonight. They will be joined by the residents DJ Blakey and DJ Khalil to make for one of the most varied house nights around. This is a rare opportunity to see two true heavyweights doing what they do best, packing out dance floors, and for tonight The Westbury will be, for the want of a better word, absolutely banging.

This event is free before 10 pm and £5 thereafter (which we are all very grateful for) but if you want a good spot you know what to do; arrive early!

A founding member of cut-and-paste avant-rock group Sun City Girls, guitarist 'Sir' Richard Bishop now works mainly as a solo artist.

His improvisational playing is more consistent in style than Sun City Girls material, but still travels far in its experimental approach, drawing on traditional music from around the world including that of India, North Africa and America.

Saturday 27th

From the moment William Andrews comes on stage, you feel inclined to giggle. With a nervous on-stage persona similar to his Geordie character act Tony Carter, he launches into an hour of multimedia mayhem in Nitwit ; with stand-up, sketches, video and music. A former BAFTA winner and one half of Channel 4 sketch duo Will and Greg; this is an inventive, action-packed show from the Scottish comic with a climactic twist. Read Tom's interview with William Andrews.

Lick My Deck kick off their 2010 residency with an interesting pair of artists. Peter Ford (Baby Ford) is one of the acid house originators and Bruno Pronsato is a live, post-punk inspired techno performer whose album 'Why Can't We Be Like Us' recieved endless accolades. Label founder Shaun Soomro presides over the affair with his usual provocative electronic goodness.

Sunday 28th

One of the hottest character acts to emerge in 2009, Colin Hoult follows up his critically-acclaimed Carnival of Monsters with a preview of his brand new show for 2010.

Prepare for a study in villainy, a trip through the dark recesses of your black and withered souls, a feast of tragicomic delights.