THE SOHO HOTEL
4 Richmond Mews
London, W1D 3DH
Join us to celebrate the 70th anniversary of White Christmas, the Hollywood glamorous Christmas classic with costumes by the unique Edith Head.
The film will be preceded by an illustrated introduction by writer and curator Keith Lodwick.
WHITE CHRISTMAS
dir: Michael Curtiz
with Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, Vera-Ellen
US | 1954 | 120 min
Seventy years ago, White Christmas captivated audiences upon its release with its enchanting blend of music, dance, and storytelling.
Bringing together some of the most beloved and talented performers of the time, the film centers on a story of loyalty and affection that binds together men who have shared peril and hardship.
The great lyrics and music by Irving Berlin bring in emotion to the film, which is complemented by vibrant dance sequences. Adding to the film’s allure are the glamorous costumes designed by the legendary Edith Head, whose bold use of color, sparkle, and intricate details epitomise 1950s fashion.
ABOUT KEITH LODWICK
Keith Lodwick is a writer, curator and theatre and film historian. He is the former Curator of Theatre and Screen Arts at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. At the V&A, Keith was the assistant curator for the major exhibition Hollywood Costume and he curated the touring exhibition Vivien Leigh: Public Faces, Private Lives.
Keith has contributed to a wide range of publications including The Bloomsbury Encyclopedia of Film and Television Costume Design (2025), George Hoyningen-Huene (2024), DIVA (2023), Studies in Costume and Performance (2021), Shoe Reels: The History and Philosophy of Footwear in Film (2021), Hollywood Costume (2012) and Oliver Messel: In the Theatre of Design (2010). He is currently writing a book about the London costume house Cosprop.