Gavin Turk: 'The Use Of Rubbish In Art'
2024-02-15 19:00 - 2024-02-16 00:00 (Europe/London)
Gavin Turk’s work has been collected by many, including Charles Saatchi, who exhibited Turk’s artwork at the ‘Sensations’ exhibition at the Royal Academy in 1997. Gavin was also considered to be one of the Young British Artists. Turk’s 3D works include objects cast into bronze and then painted to appear as the original object. These include bronze sculptures of plastic rubbish bags, entitled ‘Bag’, (2000) and for which he was awarded the Jack Goldhill sculpture prize.
The venue capacity is 50 seated plus 20 standing so book soon to reserve your free place as entry is via a guest list to be held at the door. The booking link is now live at www.salonnoir.co.uk/events.html. The 45 minute presentation to be followed by Q and A and then drinks at the bar until around midnight.
Event presented by Salon Noir.

'Chapters Podcast' Live Music Event
2024-02-24 19:00 - 2024-02-25 02:00
Are you ready to embark on a ground-breaking musical adventure unlike any other? Get ready to dive into the world of ‘Chapters’—where live music, podcast discussions, comedy, and crowd interaction collide to create an unforgettable experience!
Immerse yourself in an evening that’s not just about entertainment—it’s about connection, discovery, and pure joy. At Chapters, we’re redefining live music events by combining the best of podcasts with the magic of live music performances.
Picture this: Two incredible artists gracing the stage, sharing their journeys through soul-stirring melodies and breathtaking performances. But hold on tight, because Chapters is not your ordinary concert—it’s an immersive journey into the stories behind the music!
Discover the untold chapters of your favourite artists’ lives, their inspirations, struggles, and triumphs. At Chapters, you won’t just listen to music; you’ll connect with the soul of the artist and truly understand the depth behind every note and verse.
Join us for an evening that promises not just entertainment, but an experience that’ll leave you inspired, moved, and utterly captivated. Don’t miss out on this revolutionary fusion of music, storytelling, and pure magic!
Book your tickets now for Chapters Podcasts Live Music Events and be part of an unforgettable journey into the heart of music and storytelling. See you there! ‘Chapters’ is more than just a show – It is an experience.
Following the Live Music Event will be an exclusive after party which will continue till 02:00am. It’s an experience you do not want to miss.
https://youtu.be/iJS7GCi9jyY?si=Ef0E3vWeP8oyqFpH

Paul Scannell Photography - ABHAILE Homeward
2024-02-29 18:00 - 23:00
Abhaile (Homeward) –

Forgotten Places of Alaska, Iceland and Ireland.
It features thirty images of abandoned sites including glacier-side bunkhouses, rural Irish and Icelandic cottages and an infamous derelict Alaskan bus.
About the artist:
Paul Scannell was born in Dublin and has been working as a photographer in London and North America since 2007. His fascination with capturing the fast-disappearing mining history of Eastern Alaska lead him to author a book of images, ‘Abandoned Alaska’, which has been featured in The Telegraph and in The Smithsonian Magazine. He has also received generous coverage in The Irish Times. An artist residency in Iceland enabled him to further immerse himself in creating images of deserted homes and settlements. He sees his art as a means to preserve connections within communities. He is happiest when he’s telling stories and following northern light.

My Manic Mind by Daniel Farrow
2024-04-04 18:00 - 23:30
My Manic Mind by Daniel Farrow
From childhood trauma to homelessness, living with bipolar to drug and alcohol addiction and recovery, artist Daniel Farrow reflects on a life of altered states through his work.
PV Thursday 4th April 2024.
Doors open at 6pm.

Reinventing Women's Health
2024-05-08 18:30 - 23:30
Reinventing Women’s Health
Join us for an evening of celebration and discussion about women’s health, in the beautiful members’ club Vout-o-Reenee’s.
Chaired by Watkins’ Senior Publicist (and Integrative Psychotherapist), Vikki Scott, this will be an inspiring and enlightening panel discussion featuring five brilliant Watkins authors.
From mental health to physical wellbeing, and from cooking to energy healing, our Watkins authors will discuss innovative, accessible ways that we can reinvent our approaches to becoming healthy and vibrant in the modern world. Is it time to steer away from the medical model and view our health holistically? Or should we look at an integrative approach?
— Tally Fosh, psychotherapist and author of Hooked: Why We Are Addicted and How to Break Free, will talk about mental health, and addictive behaviours in particular.
— Sophie Scott is a UKCP psychotherapist and author of forthcoming You Are Not Alone in This), and will talk about will talk about the challenges of supporting a loved one’s mental health without losing your own, and why this affects women in particular.
— Briana Pegado, the author of Make Good Trouble: A Practical Guide to the Energetics of Disruption, will talk about her journey to becoming an Energy Healer, and the implications for personal health and wellbeing.
— Jackie Lynch, acclaimed nutritionist and author of The Happy Menopause, will share her wisdom and insight into perimenopause and menopause, and ways to improve our health during this time.
— Franzie Paz, whose new book Plant Feasts just came out, will show how nutritious plant-based food and drink can transform your physical and mental health.
For tickets visit :https://www.eventbrite.co.uk

‘Tribe’ - exhibition by Sharon Bennett and Jamie Ashman.
2024-05-10 18:00 - 2024-05-11 02:00
‘Tribe’ – exhibition by Sharon Bennett and Jamie Ashman.

Friday 10th May 2024 @6pm
Opening party 8pm – 2am

We want to see you there for a dance in your fashion tribe gear ! Whether it’s Mod, Break-dancer, Punk .. we want to see those outfits!

A fashion illustrator will draw you on the night for a donation to the Ben Kinsella Trust who are an amazing charity working to stop knife crime.

DJ sets by DJ Short & Dean C
It’s going to be a fabulous night.

My Manic Mind Exhibition closing party.
2024-05-16 18:00 - 2024-05-17 01:00
Daniel Farrow
‘All good things must come to an end and so it is that my ‘My Manic Mind’ exhibition closes on May 16th.

I would be beyond honoured for you to join me for the closing party @the_stash_gallery_london and take part the the Q&A!

I now am taking time to reflect and explore the ideas of what’s next in my artistic journey, two collections are currently at the forefront of my mind ‘a very British summer’ – a bright commentary on the true essence of English summer culture and ‘symbols through time’ a series explores who we are as human beings and where we come from.

My love and gratitude is in abundance for all those supporting and following this creative journey…’

Black and White Collection by Roberta
2024-05-25 19:00 - 2024-05-26 02:00
Black and White -Spring/Summer 2024
You are invited to see the Black and White Collection by Roberta.
Join us for private view.
RVSP essential via DM or gownsbyrobertalabel@qmail.com
Wear your roses and all things Roberta if you fancy.

Celebrating London based musicians Martha Cowan and Shaefri
2024-06-14 19:00 - 2024-06-15 01:00
Martha Cowan is an 18 year old Indie-Folk singer songwriter from North London. She’s recently just finished her studies at The BRIT school and is off to study song writing in September. Her debut EP ‘Oblivion’ came out in February of this year, followed by a Live release of this record exploring field recording and acoustic ecology. Martha grew up listening to the likes of Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills & Nash and Laura Marling.
Her new EP ‘Oblivion’ can be streamed here.

Shaefri is an Irish-Egyptian artist, musician and songwriter, raised between London and Co. Mayo, Ireland. Her distinctive heritage forms the beating heart of every one of her songs. Arabic beats meet harmonies that hark back to summers spent in Mayo and family sing-alongs and in her hypnotic vocals, Shaefri’s contrasting sides collide. Her latest EP, ‘Girl’ received immense support from BBC Introducing, Spotify (NMF UK, New Pop UK, Fresh Finds: Pop, A Breath of Fresh Eire & more), Apple Music (NMD) UK, Irish and US press (Sunday Times Culture, Clash, The Line of Best Fit, DIY, Earmilk, Billboard, Hot Press & more) and Irish Radio stations (RTE 2FM, Cork 96FM, RTE 1FM, Newstalk (Hot Press new music segment), Dublin City FM, WRLFM & more).
Following the success of her ‘Girl EP’ she signed with Warners’ boutique publisher, ‘W Songs’ and has secured syncs on shows across ITV (inc. Love Island), Channel 4, Amazon Prime and ABC, amongst others, and worked with brands such as Sephora and Estrid. She was selected to perform at Ireland Music Weeks’ three day festival as one of their 50 emerging artists, alongside CMAT.
You can stream her EP “Girls” here.
Her latest single “Warm Water” here.
The doors open at 7pm.
Martha Cowan will be singing around 8:00pm and Shaefri will start around 9:00pm.
Please request your ticket by email info@vout-o-reenees.co.uk they are charge £5 for the general public on the door.
Members are free entry but still need to request their tickets via email info@vout-o-reenees.co.uk

Closing Mix Show @The Stash Gallery
2024-07-27 18:00 - 23:00

'Amphibian' debut novel by Tyler Wetherall
2024-08-08 19:00 - 22:00
Join Tyler Wetherall to toast the launch of her debut novel, Amphibian, from Virago. Tyler will be in conversation with actor, journalist, and writer Louise Brealey. There will be a short reading, followed by drinks at the bar. Pages of Hackney will be on hand to sell books.

YOU ARE A DOLL - Opening Night Party
2024-08-09 18:00 - 2024-08-10 01:00
DOLLS DOLLS DOLLS..…and nights of superior performances!
Enter the wonderful world of John Lee Bird with this exhibition of his small-scale textile sculptures. Following on from his 2023 exhibition at Ugly Duck in London, John Lee Bird will be presenting a new solo exhibition, of Dolls. With influences stemming from film, cult TV, performance, drag and music, the exhibition will be a celebration of culture, London, and the LGBTQ+ community.
The opening night party will bring performances by some of the artists immortalised in doll form;
Live music from Jemma Freeman and the Cosmic Something ,
Sukie Smith , Dusty Limits + special guest Martin McCarrick.
Exhibition opens at 6pm with performances from 8pm.
Come and enjoy the exhibition , live music and cocktails till 1am.
The exhibition runs until 29th August, at the Stash Gallery in Vout-O-Reenee’s with exciting events throughout.
Tickets are available on www.ticketsource.co.uk see link below.

DOLLS DOLLS DOLLS!
2024-08-16 18:00 - 2024-08-17 01:00
YOU ARE A DOLL!
An exhibition of the dolls of John Lee Bird
Enter the magical world of John Lee Bird who turns his favourite people into dolls, and tAngerinecAt dolls will also be exhibited!
Following on from his 2023 exhibition at Ugly Duck in London, John Lee Bird will be presenting a new solo exhibition, of Dolls. With influences stemming from film, cult TV, performance, drag and music, the exhibition will be a celebration of culture, London, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Tickets are available on Eventbrite see link below.

YOU ARE A DOLL - Meet the Artist Night
2024-08-22 18:00 - 2024-08-23 01:00
DOLLS DOLLS DOLLS…
Enter the wonderful world of John Lee Bird with this exhibition of his small-scale textile sculptures. Following on from his 2023 exhibition at Ugly Duck in London, John Lee Bird will be presenting a new solo exhibition, of Dolls. With influences stemming from film, cult TV, performance, drag and music, the exhibition will be a celebration of culture, London, and the LGBTQ+ community. So ‘doll’ yourself up and come on down to this quirky east London arts club for some cocktails and arty fun.
The exhibition runs until 29th August, at the Stash Gallery in Vout-O-Reenee’s with exciting events throughout.
Tickets are available on Ticket source see link below.
Free entry.

THINK PINK AT YOU ARE A DOLL!
2024-08-23 18:00 - 2024-08-24 01:00
Enter the wonderful world of John Lee Bird with this exhibition of his small-scale textile sculptures. Following on from his 2023 exhibition at Ugly Duck in London, John Lee Bird will be presenting a new solo exhibition, of Dolls. With influences stemming from film, cult TV, performance, drag and music, the exhibition will be a celebration of culture, London, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Think Pink party:
John Lee Bird will be performing alongside composer and sound artist Fabrizio Modonese Palumbo with their Think Pink project, a contemporary homage to Derek Jarman’s Blue alongside actor Francesca Sebastian Puopolo and projection courtesy of Holly Johnson (best known as the lead vocalist of Frankie Goes to Hollywood). Fabrizio is known for his work as part of electro-acoustic act Blind Cave Salamande and Amalgest! as well as for his own project (r). John Lee Bird performs as a member of group SLapPeR and also Blank Milk. The duo will be releasing their limited art edition CD ‘Some Time Spent There’ as part of the evening.
Also performing will be Suitman Jungle, a talented drummer performing live Drum ‘n’ Bass. Suitman Jungle is, by day, Marc Pell, a member of band Micachu and the Shapes as well as Mount Kimble’s touring live band. His guise as Suitman Jungle combines spoken word, drum and bass and jungle, with lyrics exploring the mundanity of office job life.
Tickets available on Ticket source see link below.

Stuart McKenzie and Sukie Smith at YOU ARE A DOLL
2024-08-24 18:00 - 2024-08-25 02:00
Enter the wonderful world of John Lee Bird with this exhibition of his small-scale textile sculptures. Following on from his 2023 exhibition at Ugly Duck in London, John Lee Bird will be presenting a new solo exhibition, of Dolls. With influences stemming from film, cult TV, performance, drag and music, the exhibition will be a celebration of culture, London, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Stuart McKenzie and Sukie Smith
Stuart McKenzie is an artist, illustrator, poet and musician whose work explores the performance of self through materiality. With ideas gathered from his forthcoming book with Joan Publishing (covering the 80’s and 90’s), McKenzie will be performing what he’s tentatively described as his ‘house poems’ – a spoken word set, set against the backdrop of 808s and 909s, played out on a SP404 with a face full of Mac.
Sukie Smith is a musician who creates cross-disciplinary sonic work, exhibiting and performing internationally. She has released 3 critically acclaimed albums with her band Madam and recently contributed vocals for Tricky’s ‘Hell is Round the Corner (reincarnated)’. She has just released her debut solo album ‘The Glass Dress and a Ringing Bell’ https://sukiesmith.bandcamp.com/album/the-glass-dress-and-a-ringing-bell
So ‘doll’ yourself up and come on down to this quirky east London arts club for some cocktails and arty fun.
Tickets are available at Ticket source see link below.

YOU ARE A DOLL - Closing Night Party
2024-08-29 18:00 - 2024-08-30 00:00
DOLLS DOLLS DOLLS..…and nights of superior performances!
Enter the wonderful world of John Lee Bird with this exhibition of his small-scale textile sculptures. Following on from his 2023 exhibition at Ugly Duck in London, John Lee Bird will be presenting a new solo exhibition, of Dolls. With influences stemming from film, cult TV, performance, drag and music, the exhibition will be a celebration of culture, London, and the LGBTQ+ community.
The closing night party will bring you performances by the fabulous:

SLapPeR – avant-garde post-punk cabaret weirdness described as “Easily one of the most insane and entertaining bands on the planet”, – think Berlin Cabaret meets the Stooges via Old Time Music Hall!
Pretzel Cage – surreal drag talent. As a member of Queer Cuntry, they recently performed as part of Chaka Khan’s Meltdown at Southbank and The Glory’s National Theatre Stage.
Baby Lame – a Punk-horror-drag superstar and theatre clown who uses pop culture and satire to create loud and trashy queer work. They’ve recently been performing as part of the Circus of Horror’s Cabaret of Curiosities tour.
Anarchistwood – a prank rock theatrical experience with face paint, costumes and props creating an assault on the senses! They push the boundaries of punk rock and anarcho-punk, embodying the original spirit of “be yourself and be different”

Tickets are available at Ticket source see the link below.

Das Fluff & Special Guests: Blank Milk, Pretzel Cage
2024-09-27 18:00 - 2024-09-28 01:00
Das Fluff brings you punk sensibility – with glamour and theatricality!
Expect unique sound ranges from heady beats to heart wrenching torch songs – inspired by the great musical divas and electronic music revolution of the 80s.
‘Captivating’, ‘mesmerising’ and ‘terrifying’ are words frequently used to describe Das Fluff’s performances.
Fearless front woman Dawn Lintern’s playful vocals venture from sweetness to ferocity. Social criticism and accounts of personal relationships are dished out with excruciating honesty and dark humour within Lintern’s blade-like lyrics. Christian Ruland’s cutting edge electronic experimentation is key to the duo’s distinctive live sound.
Since 2010, Das Fluff have released six albums and played extensively around the world. They have shared the stage with musical legends including Lene Lovich, Lydia Lunch, Viv Albertine and Toyah.
BLANK MILK are a London based rant-rave electro duo formed of artist John Lee Bird and Ian Grim Beeper.
This is club music for the disheartened…and everyone else!
An electro night to remember in the stunning crypt setting of Vout-O-Reenee’s on Prescott Street.
Doors open 6pm.
Shows start at 8.30pm.
Tickets available from Ticket source see link below.

BIRD CAGE - AN EXHIBITION OF MIXED MEDIA ARTWORK BY JOHN LEE BIRD & LO LO NO
2024-09-27 18:00 - 2024-09-28 01:00
John Lee Bird alongside some exhibits from the archive of Vouts, there will be collage works by John and @lo_lo_no_
PV 6-8pm
Followed by a special performance night from 8pm till late.
£10 -tickets in advance from ticketsource, see Vout-O-Reenee’s website for link.
Come revel and get out of your cage with us!

The Science of Love
2024-10-17 18:30 - 22:00
Why do we fall in love? What is the science behind our choices, and how can we be happier? Does love have to be tortured and stressful, or is there a way to be balanced, and for our relationships to be long-lasting?
All these questions and more will be answered by expects in the science of love and relationships — Watkins authors Dr. Liat Yakir, Dr Tom Bellamy and Dr Janina Maschke. Chaired by psychotherapist Vikki Scott, they will explain the science behind attraction and relationships — providing their expertise on subjects ranging from how to recognise and move beyond toxic infatuation, to the challenges of dating with autism and ADHD, to the ways in which we can use build healthy relationships in an age of online dating. Join us for what promises to be a fascinating and enlightening discussion on love, lust and how to be happy in relationships.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Dr Tom Bellamy is a neuroscientist and Associate Professor at the University of Nottingham. He has published over forty scientific papers, abstracts and book chapters about esoteric aspects of neurophysiology, and now writes about how these fundamental mechanisms can help us understand human behaviour. In 2017 he started the blog “Living with Limerence”, where “Dr L” offers practical guidance on coping with unwanted infatuation. Page views recently exceeded 3 million.
Smitten is an exploration of limerence — the intense longing for someone. Rooted in neuroscience, Dr Bellamy offers insight into the psychology of infatuation, how to recognize it, and how to move beyond it towards a healthier experience of love.
Dr. Liat Yakir is a biologist and researcher with a doctorate and post-doctorate in genetics and hormone research from the Weizmann Institute of Science. She is the author of A Brief History of Love: What Attracts Us, How We Fall in Love, and Why Biology Screws It All Up (Watkins 2024).
“Today, for the first time in human history, we have both knowledge and the freedom to choose the best love life for us. With or without monogamy, with or without starting a family. But this freedom presents us with new challenges. The multitude of choices in the digital dating world causes cognitive flooding and overcriticism. The biological clock that ticks differently in men and women causes frustration. In the environment of abundance in which we live – an abundance of resources and an abundance of temptations – there is no evolutionary advantage to monogamy for life, and the genes push for diversity and spreading risks. Therefore, in an age of singles saturated with technology, it is even more important to understand the science of love, what is behind our choices, how to choose correctly and how to preserve love over time.”
Dr Janina Maschke is the author of A Feminist’s Guide to ADHD: How women can thrive and find focus in a world built for men. As an experienced ADHD and Executive Functioning Coach, she is dedicated to empowering students and adults with ADHD. Her passion lies in unlocking their full potential and guiding them in various aspects of life, including academics, work, and personal pursuits. In this seminar she will be talking about how neurodivergence can impact romantic relationships.
Chaired by Vikki Scott (UKCP and BACP), a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and Life Coach, as well as Senior Publicist at Watkins.
All tickets include a drink and a discount on the authors’ books, which will be available to buy on the night.
Ticket link below.

Vout-O-Ween
2024-11-01 18:00 - 2024-11-02 14:00
Shimmy your most fantastical creature outfits into the crypt, catch the exhibition of works by Lo Lo No, John Lee Bird and some treasures from the Vout archive.
Then be astounded and entertained by Pretzel Cage, Martin McCarrick, Das Fluff and Jemma Freeman And The Cosmic Something.
Come and join us for a zombie dance, snack on the bones of your dead mates, and enter the best ‘creature from the crypt’ costume competition to win a prize!
What GORE could you ask for?
Get your ghoul on!
Pretzel Cage (also known as visual artist Lo Lo No) is an unstoppable force of nature.
An electroclash mish-mash of identity, beauty and everything else and in-between!
Martin McCarrick – Cellist, keyboardist, guitarist and composer who has been part of world-famous bands including This Mortal Coil, Siouxsie & The Banshees, Therapy? and together with Kimberlee McCarrick, now forms The McCarricks, collaborating and performing widely, including recently with Marc Almond.
Das Fluff brings you punk sensibility – with glamour and theatricality! Expect unique sound ranges from heady beats to heart wrenching torch songs – inspired by the great musical divas and electronic music revolution of the 80s. ‘Captivating’, ‘mesmerising’ and ‘terrifying’ are words frequently used to describe Das Fluff’s performances.
Jemma Freeman and the Cosmic Something – They’ll take us on an introspective journey through glam-rock nightmares and woozy flows of self-discovery with beguiling lyrics and twisted rhythmic guitar playing with each other in a frenzied cosmic dance.
Dress Code: Creatures of the Crypt (optional)
See ticket link below.

Women’s Health: Pilates at Your Desk & The Happy Menopause
2024-11-07 06:30 - 20:30
Discover the secrets to maintaining your health and well-being with our upcoming event focused on women’s health. Learn how to integrate Pilates at your desk with Kerrie-Anne Bradley, to improve posture, reduce stress, and boost energy levels throughout your workday. Additionally, gain valuable insights into navigating menopause with the best food choices to optimise your physical and mental health & wellbeing in a The Happy Menopause session with Jackie Lynch.
This event promises to be an empowering experience, offering practical tips and expert advice to help you thrive at every stage of life. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to prioritize your health and happiness!
ABOUT THE EXPERTS
Jackie Lynch (fBANT, CNHC) is an award-winning nutritionist and founder of the WellWellWell nutrition clinic, where she specialises in women’s health and the menopause. She is the author of The Happy Menopause: Smart Nutrition to Help You Flourish and the host of the popular diet & lifestyle podcast The Happy Menopause, which has been nominated for multiple awards. Jackie is also the author of Va Va Voom; The 10-Day Energy Diet and The Right Bite: Smart Food Choices for Eating on the Go.
Kerrie-Ann Bradley is the founder of Pilates At Your Desk, a movement and stress-reduction programme offered to workplaces internationally. She’s the author of Move More At Your Desk and is featured regularly in publications such as The Telegraph, The Sunday Times Style magazine and Hello! Magazine. A former economist and self-proclaimed ex-croissant, she now shares movement and advice for moving more at work. Known for her eagle eyes, she can post a postural issue in a room of many. Her style is fun yet precise and she has a particular interest in the mind-body connection and how you can change how you feel mentally through movement.
Chaired by Vikki Scott, an Integrative Psychotherapist and Senior Publicist at Waktins, the UK’s leading publisher of books on health, wellbeing and spirituality.
Tickets will include a welcome drink, and signed books will be available to purchase on the night.
Ticket link below.

DRAWING THE LINE - opening night
2024-12-19 17:00
A group exhibition of Artwork by
John Lee Bird, Bari Goddard, LO LO NO, Finn Yvo, Julia Maddison , Paul Coombs and Glenn Marshall.
With special merchandise available from pop-up stalls.

A Night of Performance Live Music and Miserable Festivities
2024-12-21 19:00
Live music by Blank Milk, Pretzel Cage ,Man2Man Skiffle.
