Finsbury Area Guide

Chortle award winner & fictional MP Rosie Holt, and Leicester Square Theatre New Comedian finalist & non fictional Davina Bentley present previews of their new shows. Armed with notepads and ideas that may never be spoken on a stage again, expect satire, (Rosie) sex, (Davina) and Parodies (both) and more. Rosie Holt “Can Holt’s comedy career survive the advent of a Labour government? On this evidence, you’d fancy her chances.” - The Guardian “Tightly crafted and brutal political satire with Orwellian flourishes, ★★★★” - The Evening Standard. “Hilarious and alarmingly close to the bone.” - The New World. Davina Bentley Davina has written for R4’s Dead Ringers, The News Quiz, The Now Show, Please Use Other Door, POV & more. She was a finalist for the Leicester Square New Comedian, Cherry Comedy Breakout Act of the Year, Banana Cabaret New Act, & a runner up with Adam Flood in the Leicester Square Sketch Off Competition. “We bloody love this.” - Emily Maitlis. Presented by Angel Comedy. This is an 18+ event

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.

The land is often seen as the canvas for human activity: a flat(ish) surface that we can build on, dig into and stand on. Surface area is becoming increasingly valuable – after all, they ain’t making any more of the stuff. This lecture will consider land – both rocks and soil, and build up a picture of what the land we stand on is doing, on both short and very long timescales. How should we think about the ground and its future?

Tribute to Franco Battiato - Anthus & Néstor Giménez Duo Join us for a captivating evening dedicated to the visionary Italian artist Franco Battiato, whose music continues to inspire and transcend generations. On February 20, 2026, London hosts an exclusive Tribute to Franco Battiato - an intimate concert in duo format for voice and piano, featuring the acclaimed jazz singer Anthus and pianist-composer Néstor Giménez. Together, Anthus and Giménez reinterpret Battiato’s timeless songs - from La cura and Centro di gravità permanente to E ti vengo a cercare and La stagione dell’amore - revealing their emotional and philosophical depth through elegant new arrangements. The performance blends Mediterranean warmth, jazz sensitivity, and poetic reflection in a minimalist yet deeply expressive soundscape. Anthus, celebrated for his unique voice and Mediterranean lyricism, brings profound emotion and artistry to each phrase. Néstor Giménez, one of Spain’s most respected pianists, complements him with refined musicality and a subtle, exploratory approach to harmony. This concert is more than a tribute - it’s a spiritual dialogue between two artists and one of music’s greatest seekers. Through the purity of piano and voice, they honor Battiato’s legacy of beauty, consciousness, and transformation. Date: Friday, February 20, 2026 Venue: London - Piano Smithfield “The only true revolution is the one that begins within.” - Franco Battiato Organizado por ItaliaES. Para mayores de 18 años (necesario traer DNI).

Join Robin for more of his trademark cheeky charm, more quick wit and even more hilarious oversharing, in this brand new stand-up show from the star of Mock The Week and Radio 4’s The News Quiz. We’re all talking to each other in an increasingly online world, is that really talking? Robin doesn’t think so.  So let’s get together, in real life, to watch Robin share some more outrageously honest stories. It’s good to talk, but it’s even better to overshare.