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Something is happening... The best way I can describe it is like one member said to me: ‘Tim - It’s like freshers week, every week, but better, with bands and stuff...’ and that’s how it’s been over the last 7 years since we created this group. It’s honestly the most fun we’ve had and I’m inviting everyone of you because something’s been happening for a while now and you just don’t know about it...It’s a Showcase of some of the Best London bands playing their music in London - and it’s also a MEETUP group, so you can watch the gig with a mix of regular members and newcomers. Feel free to come on your own or bring your friends and meet new people. Look for the ‘MEETUP SIGN’ or ask the Host on the Door when you arrive. It’s an awesome line-up and at one of the Top Venues in London - Great place for a beer, meet new people and see some amazing unsigned bands! \ !! The ultimate London gig meetup! !! London Music Showcase There aren’t enough emojis for this, so I’ll keep it simple: BE THERE. If you’ve been to the MEET-UPS over the last 7 years, you’ll know what it’s all about so come down, bring your friends, bring your foes, cancel your wedding, book Granny out of the retirement home. Whatever it takes, she won’t want miss it ★ Gig Meetups !! Https://dice.Fm/promoters/London-music-showcase-6ko3 Https://www.Instagram.Com/londonmusicshowcase/ https://www.meetup.com/London-Music-Showcase-Gigs-Drinks/ https://www.facebook.com/LondonMusicShowcase Presented by London Music Showcase. This is an 18+ event

The unoffical motto of the Metropolitan Police is to "protect and serve" - but a series of endless scandals and failures with the force leaves us questioning: who is being protected and served by the police as we know it? Join us at Conway Hall for a conversation with Met Police whistle-blower Issy Vine and Senior Lecturer in Criminology Dr Lambros Fatsis. We will ask how policing can be for all the people, including women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ folks, protestors and others who cannot depend on protection of the police. Issy Vine is a former 999 call handler and Metropolitan Police whistleblower, and founder of Speak Up Now UK - an organisation committed to amplifying underrepresented and marginalised voices within the Public and Emergency Services. Speak Up Now offers support to whistleblowers and endeavours to change the culture of speaking out through educational programmes. Dr Lambros Fatsis is Senior Lecturer in Criminology at City University London, specialising in police racism and the criminalisation of Black music subcultures. He is the author of three books including his latest publication, Policing the Beats: Black Music, Racism and Criminal Injustice, which will be available to buy on the night. Presented by Conway Hall. This is an all ages event. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.

Celebrate Valentine's Day in refined style at Bleeding Heart Bistro. Located in the heart of London, this charming venue pairs classic French cuisine with a romantic ambiance. Enjoy a five-course menu designed especially for the occasion, complete with a glass of Champagne to toast your evening. Get your tickets for Valentine's Day Five-Course Dining at Bleeding Heart Bistro now!

Come down and paint your own masterpiece with the guidance of our resident artist. We provide the materials (canvas, apron, paint, and easel), the subject, music, and the bar to go with it (drinks not included). No experience necessary - we take you through it step by step. We use high quality materials with everything included in the price. There’s a maximum of 25 people in each class so that you get more time with the artist to perfect your masterpiece! So, whether alone or with friends, you can have a great time, and leave with your own piece of art to take home with you. You can also feel free to stick around for drinks after class! Key information Subject: Starry Night Over London If you’ve got any questions, send us an email at [email protected]

Borne from one woman’s itch for collecting personal tales and speaking to strangers, RAW is a first-of-its-kind event, and London's first storytelling night. It’s a tasting menu of London’s culture: vibrant, eclectic and diverse, pairing uncensored stories with live music, and art. RAW is a night of immersive storytelling curated around a theme. IG: @whatdoesnot Described as 'one of the best nights in London', RAWs blend culture, connection and cool in some of the city's hottest venues. Audiences at RAW get to experience short, untold stories, undiscovered talent, and the best underground artists before they break into the mainstream. It’s a night of IYKYK vibes, human connection, and creativity. About Out Ticketing Structure Think of it as an honesty system, hence ‘Pay-what-you-can’. The highest priced tickets offset our lowest priced tickets, and make sure RAW is a vibrant event where everyone can find belonging, regardless of circumstances. We ask that you select the ticket tier that’s within your means. Please note that RAWs are highly curated and tailored to each venue. The RAW Origin Story RAW started life among inner circles word of mouth. An “if you know you know” sorta vibe, before going public. But the backstory of this unique event goes back even further, stemming from WDN founder, Christine's insatiable curiosity and search for relatable, human experiences. Today, RAWs have come off the streets and away from kitchen tables – and take place monthly in some of the coolest venues across the city, building a patchwork tribe of good humans, doing good things. Find out how you can join the WDN community here.

Age Recommendation 12 and over (Strictly no under 5's) Performance Dates 20 Feb - 8 Mar 2026 Performance Times Tue -Sun 7.30pm, Sat & Sun 2pm Content Warning This production includes themes of murder, racism and suicide. Run time 2 hours 35 mins (inc. interval) Venue Sadlers Wells East About I'm Every Woman - The Chaka Khan Musical Set in America’s South during the nineteenth century, this bold new musical is a sweeping story of love, conflict, and the search for understanding. Sung-through in the tradition of Hamilton, Les Misérables, and Rent, the score is a vibrant mix of gospel, rhythm and blues, classical, pop, rock, opera, folk, and classic musical theatre. Through soaring music and powerful drama, the show invites audiences to imagine life through another’s eyes. Its message is simple yet profound: we cannot choose the roles we are given in life, but we can choose how we play them.