Twixmas in London: The best things to do, from theatre shows and exhibitions to nights out

It’s the time of year where we feel a hard-hitting sense of Christmas comedown and struggle to name which day it is: yes, it’s Twixtmas. The time between Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve is typically earmarked for lie-ins, leftover beige picky bits and staying inside, but it also presents a unique opportunity to discover some great music, theatre, art and film across the capital.

Why? Those with family outside of the city are yet to return, tourists are nowhere to be seen and public spaces are sparse. The pandemonium that builds up throughout the month – the frantic shopping, drunken work parties and heaving public transport – has finally ceased, which provides a chance for those seeking something more than sitcoms in bed to explore London’s cultural delights away from the crowds.