We’re a few weeks in now, and the UK like the rest of the world is still in the grips of the coronavirus lockdown.
Things are tough out there, but with millions of us have been tuning in for these online events, as well as theatre shows, live comedy and art exhibitions from our sofas, there are plenty of ways to feel connected even in isolation.
Nightlife, too, has been making its way into people’s homes through virtual club nights, and people are finding ways of enjoying live music during these testing times.
These are our top picks of the things to get up to today – make sure to check out our main guide for things to keep yourself occupied with at home, too.
Tune in to a virtual gig
Indie stalwarts the National perform live from 10pm via YouTube, bringing their signature energy and intensity to fans remotely. Don’t miss them.
Tune in for Treasure Island
The National Theatre has excelled itself during quarantine so far, with hundreds of thousands of people tuning in for James Corden’s One Man, Two Guvnors and then the acclaimed production of Jane Eyre. Now, the theatre’s production of Treasure Island – adapted by Bryony Lavery – is available to watch on YouTube until Thursday. Theatre fans can relive one of the most acclaimed shows of recent years and support a good cause, too, by watching Fleabag online and donating to charity.
Try a meditation class
The School of Meditation is the place to head for free half-hour sessions today at 11am. Everyone can take part, with the introductory classes designed to help people relax and relieve tension during the lockdown.
Take a pub quiz with The Pembury Tavern
A Hackney favourite is helping people get their pub fix by hosting an weekly online quiz. Head over to their Instagram Live at 7pm to take part this evening, where three winners will be randomly selected from the highest scoring teams, winning discounts for the Five Points brewery online shop.
