Following their Transmission residency last summer, this is your chance to experience the premiere of Bending Reality, the latest production from Nua Dance.
Our brains don’t just perceive reality — they reconstruct it. But what if what we see isn’t all there is? Blending dance, circus, and parkour, Bending Reality unravels shifting perspectives and hidden layers of perception. A sculptural dress reshapes the space, while Ben Glover’s video design captures the moments between what is seen and imagined.
As with previous Nua Dance productions, this show prioritises accessibility for deaf audiences through creative captions, vibrotactile wearable devices, and a sound description.
Following their Transmission residency last summer, this is your chance to experience the premiere of Bending Reality, the latest production from Nua Dance.
Our brains don’t just perceive reality — they reconstruct it. But what if what we see isn’t all there is? Blending dance, circus, and parkour, Bending Reality unravels shifting perspectives and hidden layers of perception. A sculptural dress reshapes the space, while Ben Glover’s video design captures the moments between what is seen and imagined.
As with previous Nua Dance productions, this show prioritises accessibility for deaf audiences through creative captions, vibrotactile wearable devices, and a sound description.
Join us for a night of dizzyingly eclectic music incorporating African, Afro-Cuban, Jazz, improvisation, soul and funk.
Trumpeter Claude Deppa, from Cape Town, South Africa, is well known for playing with the likes of Miriam Makeba, Julian Bahula, Louis Moholo/Viva La Black, Brotherhood of Breath and Art Blakey. He also teaches, leading the brass section of Kinetika Bloco, a band of young musicians from across London playing carnival music.
Clare Hirst is a saxophonist based in London, who has worked with artists such as David Bowie, Grupo Lokito, The Communards, Mica Paris, Maxi Priest, Amazulu and Mervyn Africa. She has worked with Claude for 30 years, before forming their band, Claude Deppa Clare Hirst Band.
The band released their 2nd album “Beyond Bahula” in 2024. It consists of 8 original tracks written by Clare and Claude. Spanning influences from Abdullah Ibrahim and Julian Bahula to Ornette Coleman and beyond, the band creates an inclusive and high energy atmosphere to be enjoyed by all.
Jazzwise: “Bass man Miles Danso made his presence felt similarly in the quintet fronted by Claude Deppa’s trumpet and Clare Hirst’s tenor whose set managed to combine clever timings and cross-rhythms with smoothly grooving tunes.”
Curated by pole artist Madeleine Margot, Transient and Trifling brings bold and boundary-pushing performance to the Jacksons Lane stage. This show explores themes of power, control, and intimacy through a feast of circus, pole, and movement. Moving beyond traditional expectations, it invites you to immerse yourself in a unique, radical night of disciplined performance. Strictly ages 18+
Jacksons Lane presents a brand-new strand of free live music events in our bar this Summer, curated by Highgate musician Steve Somerset. Each month will see Steve and his band The Lost Weekend perform alongside special guests. Arrive early to bag a seat!
Admission free, donations welcome on the night.
Join us for night celebrating Blue Note Records with QCBA, the explosive jazz group led by trumpeter Quentin Collins and saxophonist Brandon Allen.
QCBA have been wowing audiences globally for over 20 years, performing at prestigious venues including Ronnie Scott’s, Duc des Lombards, Maissons Laffitte Festival (France) and the Detroit & Monterey Jazz Festivals (USA).
Quentin and Brandon have been the frontline of the Kyle Eastwood Band for over 10 years, touring globally. This new project promises to deliver a high energy homage to some of the best known artists from the legendary record label’s golden period of the 1960’s.
Expect to hear classic tunes by Art Blakey, Jimmy Smith, Horace Silver, Hank Mobley, Joe Henderson, Donald Byrd, Herbie Hancock and more!
Backed by the powerhouse rhythm team of hammond organist Ross Stanley & drummer Joel Barford, audiences can expect an evening that will exhilarate and enthral in equal measure.
“One to watch!”
— The Stage
“Sharp, Clever & Fun”
— Stagedoor
You’re SO F**KING Croydon! is a bold, unapologetic dive into the female working-class life experience and noughties club culture, blending music, dance, comedy, and spoken word — plus Croydon’s most infamous celebrities.
“It was my nemesis, I hated Croydon with a real vengeance. It represented everything I didn’t want in my life, everything I wanted to get away from. I think it’s the most derogatory thing I can say about somebody or something: ‘God, it’s so f**king Croydon!’”
— David Bowie
Set against Croydon’s gritty reputation, this interactive show challenges Bowie’s words, exploring identity, resilience, and breaking free from stereotypes.
With a cheeky ‘Love of Huns’ aesthetic and a euphoric ‘Save the Last Dance’-style finale, it’s a celebration of strength, humour, and refusing to be pigeonholed.
Whether you’ve walked Croydon’s streets or not, this show resonates with heart, humour, and a strut down memory lane — with David Bowie appearing in unexpected ways.
Dylan is living with dementia. Heather must watch the love of her life drift away and battle with the erosion of his memories… but Heather is not going to let Dylan go easily. Instead, they fight to remember their past together, the laughter, the battles, and to rediscover a joy that keeps them connected for whatever the future holds.
Kook Ensemble brings together world-class theatre makers to craft original, playful stories. Blending the best of circus and theatre, they delight in captivating audiences with surprises, charm, and unexpected twists right to the very end!
Dylan is living with dementia. Heather must watch the love of her life drift away and battle with the erosion of his memories… but Heather is not going to let Dylan go easily. Instead, they fight to remember their past together, the laughter, the battles, and to rediscover a joy that keeps them connected for whatever the future holds.
Kook Ensemble brings together world-class theatre makers to craft original, playful stories. Blending the best of circus and theatre, they delight in captivating audiences with surprises, charm, and unexpected twists right to the very end!
“Frankly genius!”
— The Guardian
“Thoroughly enjoyable”
—The Wicker Man Director Robin Hardy
Dust off your best Scottish accent, dress up as your favourite pagan character (or a Christian copper if you dare), and join us for an unforgettable night of songs, bottom-slapping, and iconic dialogue from this cult horror classic. With its haunting soundtrack, your hosts, David Bramwell and Eliza Skelton, will get your voices warmed up with live music before guiding you through the actions and words. Then, at the Witching Hour, you’ll receive a goody bag filled with mysterious items, the film will roll, and the singalong will begin.
May God have mercy on your soul!
A must for all The Wicker Man fans. Prizes for best costumes!
Following their Transmission residency last summer, this is your chance to experience the premiere of Bending Reality, the latest production from Nua Dance.
Our brains don’t just perceive reality — they reconstruct it. But what if what we see isn’t all there is? Blending dance, circus, and parkour, Bending Reality unravels shifting perspectives and hidden layers of perception. A sculptural dress reshapes the space, while Ben Glover’s video design captures the moments between what is seen and imagined.
As with previous Nua Dance productions, this show prioritises accessibility for deaf audiences through creative captions, vibrotactile wearable devices, and a sound description.
Enjoy an evening of swing, grooves and inventive improvisation with Deirdre Cartwright’s ORGANIK.
ORGANIK is a new organ trio led by guitarist Deirdre Cartwright with Pete Whittaker on Organ and Gary Hammond on Congas/percussion. You’ll be treated to the sounds of the classic jazz organ/guitar trios of the 1960s – Kenny Burrell/Jimmy Smith, Grant Green/Larry Young, Wes Montgomery/Melvin Rhyne, plus some original takes on the Beatles, Doors, Curtis Mayfield and Kate Bush.
Deirdre Cartwright is an award winning guitarist and composer who became well known presenting the BBC TV’s ground-breaking series ‘Rockschool’. She also played with Afro Latin Jazz group The Guest Stars, recording three albums and touring in 17 countries. In 1991 she formed the Deirdre Cartwright Group which recorded five albums and played international festivals from Mexico to Warsaw. She has also written and recorded albums with the groups Emily Remembered and LUND. More recently she has toured and recorded four albums with ARQ who won Best UK jazz group in the Parliamentary Jazz Awards and British Jazz Awards in 2018. She won the public vote for Best Guitarist at the 2019 British Jazz Awards and in 2020 was awarded Services to Jazz with Blow the Fuse at the Parliamentary Jazz Awards. She also plays with Sea Change, Carol Grimes, PICNIC featuring Annie Whitehead, Electric Landladies and regularly at Ronnie Scott’s in Soho. She has played with legendary guitarist Tal Farlow, studied in America with Mick Goodrick, toured with Jamaican composer Marjorie Whylie, founded Blow the Fuse with Alison Rayner in 1989 and presented on Radio 3.
Pete Whittaker became fascinated with the sound of the Hammond organ after hearing classic 1950s & 60s hard-bop records. Currently involved in projects with some of the UK’s leading musicians including Art Themen and John Etheridge.
Gary Hammond boasts a rich history of performing and recording with The Beautiful South for over a decade. His stellar career includes collaborations with Nina Simone and frequent involvement with various groups across World, Jazz, and Pop genres.
Alex McAleer has an uncanny ability to tap into his audience’s minds and seemingly read their thoughts at will.
Having played to packed houses at the Edinburgh Fringe, award-nominated sell-out shows in Australia, and toured extensively across North America and the UK as the stand-out star of Champions of Magic, Alex has earned a reputation as a charismatic, engaging, and witty entertainer.
In this unforgettable show, he combines razor-sharp humour with mind-blowing psychological feats, creating an interactive and laugh-out-loud experience. Don’t miss your chance to see Alex McAleer live!
Step into a world where gravity bends and imagination takes flight.
From the Wings is a surreal, contemporary performance from the newly formed Circus Nebulous, blending surrealist storytelling with breathtaking visuals and unexpected circus feats.
Transporting audiences into a dreamlike realm, this show defies reality as bodies morph through space with captivating energy and a suspenseful narrative.
A celebration of strength, artistry, and human connection, From the Wings is brought to you by Circus Nebulous — the BA graduating class of 2025 from CIRCOMEDIA, one of Europe’s leading circus institutes.
Join us for a joyous celebration of the blending of Brazilian rhythms, jazz attitude and the majestic compositions of Antonio Carlos Jobim, Joao Donato and Sergio Mendes.
Jazz Samba takes its inspiration and name from Stan Getz and Charlie Byrd’s ground-breaking 1962 album, the first ever fully-fledged bossa nova album recorded by American jazz musicians which topped the LP charts on its release and produced its own pop hit single – ‘Desafinado’.
Led by John Wilson’s star soloist Mark Crooks on sax and clarinet and the award-winning guitarist Nigel Price (as you’ve never heard him before!), with John Cervantes (piano), Marianne Windham (double bass) and Demi Garcia Sabat (drums/percussion).
SARAB “A mirage” is a 55-minute tragic theatre circus that was produced in 2017 to highlight the difficulties faced by refugees around the world. And the repetition of it today for millions of people.
“We are forced,
We had no other option.
Dragged to an uncertain end,
On a road full of obstacles and checkpoints that we could barely pass.
Our destiny unknown.
During the long and rough journey,
We kept dreaming of the moment we would arrive,
Continuing our path towards the unknown.
Finally,
We arrive.
Have we reached our goal?
After floating earth and oceans,
We discover the unexpected.
It really was nothing, but a mirage.”
Best Comedy
Adelaide Fringe Weekly Award Winner
★★★★★
“Off-the-wall, zany, crazy, very funny… two comic geniuses.”
– Glam Adelaide
★★★★
“Silliness as an art form.”
– The Scotsman
Side-splitting, stiff-upper-lipped hilarity from multi-award-winning comedy duo Dan Lees and Neil Frost. These charming and eccentric idiots deliver belly laughs with expert clowning and razor-sharp.
★★★★★ Top 20 MUST SEE SHOWS
“A masterclass in physical comedy… his power to inspire and enthuse is undeniable.”
— List
“Very, Very Funny”
— New York Times
After fifteen 5-star reviews, and numerous awards, this dangerous, seductive comedy-monster descends on London to unleash his critically-acclaimed juggernaut. Prepare yourself for an edge of your seat roller-coaster of raw conversation, traps/rewards and catch-22’s.
Jacksons Lane presents a brand-new strand of free live music events in our bar this Summer, curated by Highgate musician Steve Somerset. Each month will see Steve and his band The Lost Weekend perform alongside special guests. Arrive early to bag a seat!
Admission free, donations welcome on the night.
Enjoy an evening on the Tea Lawn with one of the world’s leading harpists and award winning sax: ‘Ukraine meets West Africa’ an evening on the Tea Lawn.
Harpist Alina Bzhezhinska joins tenor saxophonist Tony Kofi in a duo that unites the music styles of the Ukraine and West Africa and celebrates the harmony between the harp and the saxophone.
Undoubtedly one of the leading harpists in the world today, Alina Bzhezhinska (a.k.a. AlinaHipHarp) is a one-woman powerhouse on a mission to bring harp to the forefront of contemporary sound. Bzhezhinska is the creator of HipHarpCollective, who recently won the Parliamentary Jazz Award’s Best Ensemble of the Year 2024. The group’s double LP “Reflections” (BBE Music) won best album of the year 2023 by Preston Music and Alina Bzhezhinska’s Quartet was nominated for Best Live Act of the Year at JazzFM Awards 2017.
Tony Kofi is a multi award winning saxophonists, a recording career that has seen collaborations with Donald Byrd, Eddie Henderson, Abdullah Ibrahim and Ornette Coleman to name a few. Kofi’s solowork, in particular his 2020 album ‘A Different Kind Of Soul’ and his recently reissued ‘Plays Monk’ cement his reputation as one of the UK’s most accomplished saxophonists.
‘…Bzhezhinska shares with Alice (Coltrane) a mastery of the jazz harp.’ ★★★★★ The Times
‘There is so much respect in jazz circles for Tony Kofi.’ Jazzwise
Tuesday 01 July, 7.30pm & Thursday 03 July, 8.45pm
★★★★★
“Masterful physical comedy.”
— Ed Spotlight
★★★★★ “Funny, emotional, and intelligent.”
— Arts Awards Voice
From the creators of Boris & Sergey comes a one-hour, one-man show brimming with puppetry, physical comedy, and mime. Hilarious, absurd, and often magical, this captivating performance juxtaposes themes of loneliness and belonging with pure joy and exhilaration. With pathos, dark humour, and Victorian aesthetics, it creates a wonderfully mysterious backdrop for a poetic and surreal journey – all with a generous sprinkle of silliness.
★★★★★
“The perfect musical comedy act – it should not be missed.”
— Broadway Baby
Taylor Swift had Eras. Otto & Astrid go through Stages.
Fresh from Glastonbury Festival, Berlin’s Prince and Princess of Art Rock and Europop—Otto & Astrid of Die Roten Punkte—blast through a blisteringly hilarious set of songs from (almost) all of their albums.
The utterly dysfunctional siblings are a lipstick-smeared sonic collision of The B-52s, The Pixies, Kraftwerk, and early Ramones.
This multi-award-winning duo has taken the stage everywhere from Soho Theatre in London to Joe’s Pub in New York and The Roxy in Los Angeles.
One of the most irreverently side-splitting gigs you’ll ever see, packed with ridiculously infectious songs.
★★★★★
“Theatre of Cruelty, Grand Guignol and Grotesque, performed magnificently”
– Artshub
★★★★
“A suffocating yet hopeful piece of must-see physical theatre”
– A Youngish Perspective
Symbolically based on true events, The Weight of Shadow explores mental health deterioration through dance, mime, and aerial acrobatics. Inspired by Sasha’s partner, Ciana Fitzgerald, it reflects the enigmatic language of the psyche.
Immersing audiences in a psychiatric patient’s 24-hour struggle to grasp reality, the show offers a poignant exploration of resilience, inner turmoil, and the complexities of mental illness.
★★★★
“The most irresistibly silly, fun and unexpected cabaret show. Hosted by Norway’s finest clowns Anna Marie Simonsen and Marie Kallevik Straume”
— Instafest review
After sold-out shows at the 2024 Edinburgh Fringe, Naughty Cabaret is coming to London Clown Festival — a queer, feminist cabaret packed with energy, clowning, and comedy.
Every performance features a fresh, ever-changing line-up spanning clown, circus, music, burlesque, character comedy, and more.
Naughty Cabaret has wowed audiences in Australia, Edinburgh, London, and Norway, with past guest performers including Lara Ricote, Elf Lyons, Siblings, Frankie Thompson, Paulina Lenoir, Hannah Camilleri, Ella The Great, Lucy Hopkins, and Dairy King.
Hosted by “Queens of the ridiculous” (Wee Review), Anna Marie Simonsen and Marie Kallevik Straume—also seen in the “irresistibly silly” ★★★★ (The Guardian) clown comedy Troll.
“Victoria Melody should be a national treasure, a household name.”
— Time Out
Award-winning theatre-maker Victoria Melody, directed by the legendary Mark Thomas, blends storytelling, comedy, elaborate costumes, and historical re-enactment to celebrate Britain’s ordinary heroes.
Shining a light on food bank workers, volunteers, and community organisers, it explores the people who quietly keep the country running. Through immersive research and first-hand experience — becoming a musketeer included — Victoria uncovers the passion, struggle, and humour in everyday lives.
With her signature wit and curiosity, she invites audiences to see the world differently, offering a joyful and unexpected take on who really shapes Britain.
★★★★
“One of comedy’s most skilled performers… this is an exquisite, erudite, well-crafted show”
— Evening Standard
★★★★
“His shows are a joy to watch”
— The Guardian
“He is one amazing comedian”
—Time Out
From the comedian who invented the phrase ‘No Planet B’, Rob Newman brings a new show about future cities, lost beavers, philistine Bingo callers, Dorothy Parker’s Multiverse Diaries and A Man Called Clive.
Jacksons Lane presents a brand-new strand of free live music events in our bar this Summer, curated by Highgate musician Steve Somerset. Each month will see Steve and his band The Lost Weekend perform alongside special guests. Arrive early to bag a seat!
Admission free, donations welcome on the night.
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
“One of Britain’s outstanding poets”
— Sir Paul McCartney
“Fantastically entertaining. As a writer of comic prose Clarke is the match of anyone alive, and his turns of phrase are as sharp as his suits”
— The Times
A literary phenomenon and ‘Godfather of Punk Poetry‘, John Cooper Clarke has shaped music, literature, and fashion. From his iconic poem I Wanna Be Yours — a global hit with the Arctic Monkeys — to Evidently Chickentown featuring in The Sopranos, his influence is undeniable.
Rising from Salford’s working men’s clubs to sharing stages with Joy Division, The Clash, and the Sex Pistols, John became one of punk’s most important figures. His sharp-witted performances blend classic verse, new material, and hilarious riffs on modern life.
With a 2025 tour set for major venues like the London Palladium and Co-op Live, this is a rare chance to see a living legend up close at Jacksons Lane.
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer
★★★★★
— The Edinburgh Reporter
★★★★
— The Times
“Pick of the Fringe”
— Ian Rankin
Spurs and Scotland star John White was one of the best footballers of the 1960s. However, in July 1964, he was struck by lightning and killed at just 27 years old. From humble beginnings outside Edinburgh to football fame and his tragic death, the play captures John’s cheeky humour and follows the journey of his son, Rob White, who was only five months old when his father died.
The Ghost of White Hart Lane premiered at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in July 2024 — the first live play performed at the venue — before a sell-out month-long run at Underbelly, Edinburgh Fringe last summer.
Based on the Sunday Times bestseller by Rob White and Julie Welch, the play was commissioned to mark 60 years since John White’s passing. This deeply personal and nostalgic story offers a fresh perspective on grief, growing up without a father, and male mental health.
Loved by audiences and critics alike, The Ghost of White Hart Lane returns to North London by popular demand this summer