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Best Things to Do in London This Week
Out on a school night and want to know what’s on in London this week? Naughty.
You shouldn’t head straight for home just because it’s a Wednesday. Not when there are more events, exhibitions, pop-ups, theatre shows and gigs happening in a week than you could possibly fit in your calendar. Forget waiting for the weekend, these are the the best things on in London this week, and not all of them will leave you with a raging hangover on a work day, which is nice.
Looking for inspiration on what to do in all of London’s greatest neighbourhoods including Shoreditch, Soho, Notting Hill, Hackney and more? Then check out our awesome guide to London’s best hoods with all the best places to eat, drink, and shop.
There are so many things to do in London, so we’re here to bring you only the very best. Our filters let you see the best things to do in London today, this week, or even for the whole month, so you can see what’s on at the times that are important to you.
London is one of the greatest theatre cities in the world, so whether you live here or are just visiting, catching a play or musical is a must. While the West End is the undeniable beating heart of the city’s theatre scene, there are fantastic productions to be seen all over town. Heading to one of London’s smaller theatres means you can not only see emerging talent in more intimate venues, but you can also often grab tickets for just a tenner.
Feeling hungry? Fancy a one-off experience? Head to one of London’s many foodie pop-ups and restaurant residencies to switch things up a little.
And not every event in the city will cost an arm and a leg – in fact, you can always find FREE things to do at any time of the year. Whether it’s visiting the Barbican Conservatory or dropping by the Columbia Road Flower Market on a Sunday morning, we’ve got you covered for all the best things to do in London without spending a penny.
Sheridan Smith Is Starring in a Musical Version of Opening Night
Major new musical Opening Night, based on the legendary John Cassavetes film, is having its world premiere in the West End.
Until 18th May 2024
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A Stage Adaptation of Minority Report Is Here
Opening next spring, Minority Report (adapted from Philip K. Dick's novella) will be the latest movie to get a run as a play in theatres.
9th April - 18th May 2024
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The Women for Women International Car Boot Sale Is Back
Shop one-off samples and designer pieces from a whole host of celebs and brands at the Women for Women International car boot sale.
18th May 2024
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Offprint Independent Book Market
Offprint is returning to the Tate Modern this May, showcasing the work of independent, experimental and socially engaged publishers
17th - 19th May 2024
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Dopamine Land
The world is a scary place at the moment so if you need a break from reality, this is the immersive experience for you. Dopamine…
Until 19th May 2024
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Try Dishes From Ixta Belfrage’s Mezcla at Isla
Ixta Belfrage, chef and award-winning author, is going to be taking over the kitchen at The Standard's Isla for three months this spring
22nd March - 22nd May 2024
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The World Press Photo Exhibition Is Back in London
After a seven-year break, The World Press Photo Exhibition is back in London with a show in Borough Yards.
3rd - 24th May 2024
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Project 6 Festival 2024
Project 6 is coming back to London and, this year, the one-day festival has teamed up with London-based underground radio station Rinse FM.
24th May 2024
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Learn How to Make Pizza at Homeslice City
Homeslice is known for its whopping 20-inch pizzas and innovative flavour combos and now you can make one of its pizzas yourself
25th May 2025
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Pick Up a Piece of British Music History at This Gallery
Islington's Twentieth Century Posters, is showcasing a slice of British music history with the British Beats exhibition
17th - 25th May 2024
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Wide Awake 2024
After a mega edition in 2023, Wide Awake Festival is coming back to Brockwell Park even bigger and better for 2024.
25th May 2024
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The Barbican Is Investigating the Power and Politics of Textiles
The Barbican's Unravel: The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art exhibition looks at the transformative potential of textiles
13th February - 26th May 2024
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Immerse Yourself in Seoul Without Leaving London
Delight is a new multimedia exhibition about the past, present and future of the South Korean capital, Seoul.
Until 26th May 2024
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Cross the Tracks 2024
Jazz, funk and soul fest Cross The Tracks is back in Brixton for 2024 with Erykah Badu and Madlib (DJ) among the names on the…
26th May 2024
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GALA Festival 2024
The GALA crew is returning to Peckham Rye Park for a big ol' knees-up in 2024. It'll be another three-day affair
24th - 26th May 2024
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Wildsmith Skin Is in Residence at Liberty
Wildsmith Skin is popping up at Liberty, running its signature Radical Botany facials and transporting us to the great outdoors.
Until 27th May 2024
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Frank Auberbach’s Charcoal Head Portraits Are Being Displayed as a Group for the First Time
Frank Auerbach: The Charcoal Heads at the Courtauld Gallery marks the first time that these drawings have been displayed together as a group.
9th February - 27th May 2024
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For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy Is Back in the West End
Ryan Calais Cameron’s Olivier-Award nominated For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy is back on the West End
Until 1st June 2024
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High Lights Festival 2024
Percolate is no stranger to putting on parties and High Lights Festival certainly sounds like it's going to be another good one.
31st May - 2nd June 2024
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The Photographers’ Gallery Is Hosting a Bert Hardy Retrospective
The Photographers' Gallery is looking back the four-decades long career of Bert Hardy this spring with Photojournalism in War and Peace
23rd February – 2nd June 2024
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Charlotte Mei Is Turning NOW Gallery Into an Otherworldly Realm
British-Chinese artist Charlotte Mei is exhibiting at NOW Gallery with Like A Melody: Myths, Memories and Fantasy.
29th March - 2nd June 2024
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Chinese Clockwork Treasures Are on Show at the Science Museum
More than 20 clockwork treasures collected by Chinese emperors in the 1700s are coming to the Science Museum for the Zimingzhong exhibition
1st February – 2nd June 2024
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The Design Museum Is Investigating the History of Skateboard Design
All you skaters will wanna roll down to the Design Museum to catch Skateboard, the first major UK exhibition to explore the history of skateboard…
20th October 2023 - 2nd June 2024
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The Black Culture Market Is Back in Brixton
The Black Culture Market is back this June providing an opportunity to support emerging Black entrepreneurs and businesses.
1st & 2nd June 2024
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Mighty Hoopla 2024
Mighty Hoopla is returning to Brockwell Park for its 2024 edition. It's going to be just as much of a pop-fest as before
1st & 2nd June 2024
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Games Night at The Beaumont
Board games are back in fashion and one of the most fashionable places to play them is The Beaumont. The Mayfair hotel is running a…
First Tuesday of the month
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Chet’s Is Hosting a Kerbside Pizza Party
Dinner for One Hundred and Vincenzo's from Bushey are heading to Shepherd's Bush this June for Chet's Pizza Party
1st & 8th June 2024
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Successions's Brian Cox Is Back on the West End
After playing Logan Roy on the small screen, Brian Cox is returning to the stage for his first West End role in almost a decade…
19th March - 8th June 2024
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Ride a 1930s-Era Train Through Central London
Ever wanted to see what it was like to ride the Tube back in the 1930s? Here's your chance to ride a train from 1938…
9th June 2024
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Visit 10 Downing Street's Private Garden
Roll up, roll up! Visit the infamous site of that Partygate party this summer with a guided tour of the Downing Street gardens
8th - 9th June 2024
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Bubble Planet
Prepare to indulge your inner child at this bubble-tastic new immersive experience We’ve already got Dopamine Land, an interactive world of happiness with its own…
Until 9th June 2024
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Jez Butterworth Is Back With The Hills of California
Jez Butterworth is teaming up with Sam Mendes to stage his new play The Hills of California at the Harold Pinter Theatre.
27th January - 15th June 2024
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Moulin Rouge! The Musical Is Spectacular Spectacular
It’s spectacular spectacular news for musicals fans – after ten years in development, a run on Broadway, and a delay due to the pandemic, Moulin Rouge!…
Until 15th June 2024
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Georg Baselitz Is Exhibiting at White Cube for the First Time in Eight Years
German artist Georg Baselitz is hosting an exhibition at White Cube Bermondsey, his first at the gallery for eight years, featuring new work produced over…
10th April – 16th June 2024
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Helena Bonham Carter Will Narrate Punchdrunk’s Latest Immersive Play, Viola’s Room
The world-renowned creators of 'Sleep No More' are launching a new production called 'Viola's Room', narrated by Helena Bonham Carter
14th May - 16th June 2024
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Taste of London Is Celebrating 20 Years of Feasting in the Capital This Summer
The city’s longest running food festival is marking its 20th anniversary this year Eat your way across the capital this summer, all without leaving Regent’s…
12th - 16th June 2024
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Gozney's World Tour Supper Club
Outdoor oven specialists Gozney are embarking on a world tour of supper clubs, with one of the stops being London
13th June 2024
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Ian McKellen Is Playing Shakespeare's Falstaff
Ian McKellen will star in Player Kings, a new production adapted from Shakespeare's Henry IV Parts 1 and 2.
1st April - Sat 22nd June 2024
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See What It Was Like to Be Part of the Roman Army at the British Museum
Legion: Life in the Roman Army explores what it was like to be part of the Roman army, one of the most elite fighting forces…
1st February - 23rd June 2024
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Meltdown Festival 2024
Meltdown Festival has been curated by the likes of Yoko Ono and David Bowie, and now Chaka Khan s is taking the reins for 2024
14th - 23rd June 2024
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A Free Exhibition Showcasing Vivienne Westwood's Wardrobe
This June, Christie's auction house is giving us the chance to get a closer look at Vivienne Westwood's personal wardrobe
14th - 24th June 2024
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An Accidentally Wes Anderson Exhibition is Coming to London
An 'Accidentally Wes Anderson' exhibition is coming to London this December, featuring over 200 photos that evoke the director's style.
Until 30th June 2024
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London's Largest Outdoor Flea Market
Hackney Flea Market is set to team up with DRUMSHEDS to host the DRUMSHEDS Summer Flea, London's largest outdoor flea market
7 July, 2024
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Kaleidoscope Festival 2024
Kaleidoscope Festival is taking over Ally Pally for one day this July and it's certainly cramming a lot in with music, comedy, & street food.
13th July 2024
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An Immersive LEGO Exhibition Is Coming to London
LEGO exhibition The Art of the Brick is coming to London, featuring LEGO sculptures of famous masterpieces.
Until 14th July 2024
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Visit London Zoo After Hours
Every Friday this June and July, head to London Zoo after hours for food, drinks, exclusive guided tour and live music
7th June - 26th June 2024
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London International Festival of Theatre 2024
The London International Festival of Theatre (LIFT) will land back in town this summer for nearly two months celebrating the arts
6th June - 27th July 2024
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Dive Into the Last Decades of Michelangelo at the British Museum
The British Museum is delving into the last three decades of Michelangelo's life and career with a major new exhibition
2nd May – 28th July 2024
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River Stage at the National Theatre
The River Stage, the free outdoor arts festival by the National Theatre, is returning to the Southbank once again.
5th - 28th July 2024
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Junction 2 Festival 2024
Junction 2 is returning to Boston Manor Park for three days this summer, meaning you can rave under the M4 once again.
26th - 28th July 2024
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Dominic West Is Starring in A View From The Bridge
A View from the Bridge starring Dominic West, Kate Fleetwood and Callum Scott Howells is transferring to the West End
23rd May – 3rd August 2024
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Standing at the Sky’s Edge Is a Love Letter to Sheffield
Standing at the Sky’s Edge, the Olivier Award-winning musical, featuring songs by Richard Hawley, is transferring to the West End after sell-out runs at The…
8th February - 3rd August 2024
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Stacey Dooley Is Joining the Cast of 2:22 A Ghost Story
Danny Robins' 2:22 A Ghost Story, is changing up its cast once again with Stacey Dooley set to play the role of Jenny.
25th May - 4th August 2024
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People, Places and Things Is Back on the West End
After a smash hit run at the National Theatre in 2015, Duncan Macmillan's People, Places and Things is back in London
3rd May - 10th August 2024
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South Facing Festival 2024
After another excellent summer at Crystal Palace Bowl last summer, South Facing is returning for 2024 this July and August.
26 & 27th July and 3rd, 9th & 10th August 2024
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See Much Ado About Nothing at The Globe
Shakespeare’s feel-good love story Much Ado About Nothing is opening at the Globe to kick off the theatre's summer season
25th April - 24th August 2024
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A Spirited Away Play Is Running in London
The Japanese stage production of the 2001 animated movie Spirited Away is making its European debut on the West End
30th April - 24th August 2024
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A Stranger Things Prequel Is on Stage in London
A prequel to the TV show will be coming to the Phoenix Theatre this autumn Stranger Things may be approaching its end on Netflix –…
17th November 2023 - 25th August 2024
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Body Movements Summer 2024
After another hit edition in February, Body Movements for a summer session and this time, they're coming south of the river to Southwark Park
25th August 2024
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All Points East 2024
All Points East is coming back for 2024, and they've announced that Kaytranada, Loyle Carner, LCD Soundsystem and more are set to headline
16th - 25th August 2024
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Explore 500 Years of Black British Music at the British Library
Explore the legacy of 500 years of Black British music at the British Library with the Beyond the Bassline exhibition
Until 26th August 2024
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Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) Is a Modern Take on a Rom-Com
Rom-com Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York has had its West End run extended until the end of the summer
Until 31st August 2024
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Feast on BBQ & Beer With Black Cactus at Exale Tap
Enjoy a summer of beer and BBQ at Exale Tap as the Walthamstow taproom plays host to smoked meat specialists Black Cactus
From 25th April 2024
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Yinka Shonibare Is Exploring the Legacy of Imperialism at the Serpentine
British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare has a major solo show - his first in London for over 20 years - on at Serpentine South Gallery
12th April - 1st September 2024
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Polly Braden Is Documenting the Result of Ukrainian Displacement
Photographer Polly Braden has been documenting the lives of some of the women and children displaced by the war in Ukraine and you can see…
15th March - 1st September 2024
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A Major Yoko Ono Exhibition Is on Display at Tate Modern
'Yoko Ono: Music Of The Mind' will be the UK's largest-ever exhibition dedicated to the artist and activist when it opens in February.
15th February - 1st September 2024
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Dive Into Croydon’s Musical Heritage at This Exhibition
To celebrate Croydon's time as the London Borough of Culture, the Museum of Croydon is hosting Rewind: This is Croydon's Music
8th February - 8th September 2024
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Jimmy’s BBQ Club Is Back on the South Bank
It's not summer in London without a BBQ pop-up from Jimmy Garcia, so he's bringing his BBQ Club back to the Southbank
Until September 2024
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Explore the Legacy of Tropical Modernism at the V&A
The V&A is hosting a major architectural exhibition highlighting the style of Tropical Modernism in West Africa and India
2nd March – 22nd September 2024
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Drink Champagne and Eat Hotdogs at Bubbledogs
Bubbledogs is returning with a pop-up at 45 Park Lane's terrace this summer to serve up a menu of gourmet hotdogs and Champagnes to match.
10th May - 29th September 2024
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Get High in Stratford at Roof East
Fancy playing a round of crazy golf, belting out some karaoke or stretching out with some yoga? Well you can do it all at Roof…
18th April – end of September 2024
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See How Food Can Express Heritage at SPACE Ilford
Photographer Kenneth Lam is hosting his first solo exhibition A seat at our table at SPACE Ilford, exploring the table as a symbol of home
9th March – 12th October 2024
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Journey to the Moon with Tom Hanks
Immersive moon experience 'The Moonwalkers: A Journey with Tom Hanks' will run at the Lightroom gallery in King's Cross.
Until 13th October 2024
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An Evening With Fran Lebowitz
She’s been a New York City icon since the 1970s, but Fran Lebowitz became internationally beloved for her no-nonsense, slightly curmudgeonly, sense of humour in…
28th October 2024
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Check Out the Inaugural Exhibition at the Museum of Homelessness
The immersive exhibition will draw upon the Museum of Homelessness' experience of fighting at the front lines against a number of issues
24th May - 30th November 2024
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Journey Into the Underworld With Hadestown
After a sell-out run at the National Theatre in 2018, the Tony Award and Grammy Award-winning musical Hadestown is back in London, this time at…
10th February - 22nd December 2024
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Immerse Yourself in Manhattan and Havana at Guys & Dolls
The Bridge Theatre is staging one of the greatest musicals of all time with this production of Guys & Dolls, starring Timmika Ramsay as Miss…
Until 4th January 2025
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The V&A Is Hosting a Photography Exhibition Featuring Elton John & David Furnish’s Collection
Elton John's photographs, the collection he built with husband David Furnish, are going on display at the V&A.
18th May 2024 – 5th January 2025
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The London Transport Museum is Showcasing the History of Poster Art and Design
The London Transport Museum is opening its Global Poster Gallery, its first permanent gallery dedicated to the history of poster art and design, with the…
20th October 2023 - 2025
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The Art of Banksy Is Coming Back to London
A massive Banksy exhibition is coming back to London in the spring featuring 150 of the artist's original works
11th April 2024 - January 2025
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A Mrs Doubtfire Musical Is Here
The screen's favourite housekeeper and babysitter is staying in the West End as Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical is on at the Shaftesbury Theatre until 2025
Until 16th February 2025
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