events

This month in our gallery: an exhibition of prints by Leah Crews.

Surfaces record the passing of time, collecting memories of their interactions with humans and with nature. The printmaker's block likewise, carries the hand of the artist as well as the marks of man-made tools, carved into its own surface texture. The prints in this exhibition explore the layers and textures of natural and man-made surfaces altered over time. 

Leah Crews is a South London based printmaker, working with linocut and Japanese woodblock printmaking (mokuhanga), sometimes combining the two techniques within a single print. Her work is often inspired by Japan, where she trained in woodblock printmaking and has spent much time exploring. Leah holds a BA in Fine Art from Bath Spa University and an MA in Japanese Studies from SOAS, University of London. 

Come join Sarah for a story time hallowe'en special. Bring along your ghouls and ghosts for a fab time of stories and music. Suitable for 0-6 years. 

Probably the best stand-up comedy night in North London.

On the bill:

Richard Todd

Richard began stand-up comedy in 2011 and has won several awards, written and performed four acclaimed shows at the Edinburgh Festival and club sets at Up The Creek,

Komedia, Bearcat, Latitude Festival, downstairs at The Kings Head, XS Malarky,  and in a bath tub during a house party (he is that versatile).

Sallyann Fellowes

*** LEICESTER SQUARE NEW COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR 2023 WINNER ***

*** NEW FOREST NEW COMEDIAN OF THE YEAR 2023 WINNER ***

"Fast paced and packed full of jokes, full of personality, a unique vibe."

The Stand Glasgow

Enrico Touche

 “Enrico Touché exemplifies why classic slapstick still #slaps.” Fringe Biscuit Magazine

International man of business Enrico Touché brings to the stage their magic touch to entertain you with an eclectic mix of some serious business.

Enrico is a cabaret performer whose unique take on clowning, trapeze and singing has been entertaining audiences internationally and at some of the UK's top cabarets. With their playful energy and irreverent humour they bring a unique blend of chaos and whimsy to every performance.

Nicole Harris

 Nicole was the first woman to win Jewish Comedian of the Year and went on to be a finalist in the New Act of The Year Showcase in 2019 performing at The Hackney Empire. In the same year she was selected to host the prestigious Edinburgh Fringe AAA Stand Up Late Show at the Gilded Balloon. Known for her quick wit, ability to think on her feet and quirky comedy style, Nicole is a one off original. She’s a bit naughty, a bit risque, but not one bit forgettable!  “Can’t explain the amazing energy Nicole creates in a room…needs to be seen”-Chuckl Comedy Club 

Join artist Hollie Dewick for the launch of her amazing new show in our gallery. 

Join author Lindsey German for the launch of her latest book.  

Working-class women in the twenty-first century are at breaking point. The demands of family, work and life in neoliberal Britain are making it impossible for most women to see the prospects for liberation that opened up in the 1960s and 1970s. Lindsey German argues that the left is failing to relate to this crisis. She refocuses women’s liberation on the needs and experiences of women from the working class and argues that only a new socialist commitment to ending the oppression of women can address the crisis of women’s lives today.

‘Sharing her lifetime of knowledge, experience and expertise, Lindsey German succeeds in both reminding us of our most urgent priorities and teaching us anew. I thoroughly recommend this cogent and timely intervention.’ Rachel Holmes, biographer of Eleanor Marx and Sylvia Pankhurst

‘Thank goodness for Lindsey German, who is prepared to stand up and ask the needful question – WHAT HAPPENED TO OUR LIBERATION? Every man on the left and beyond should read this timely, urgent and beautifully-written book.’ Louise Raw, author of Striking a Light

Lindsey German has been a socialist and a campaigner for over fifty years. She has written extensively on women, the family, and feminism. Her books Sex, Class and Socialism, Material Girls, and How a Century of War Changed the Lives of Women, approach the question of women’s liberation from a range of theoretical and historical angles. She helped co found the Stop the War Coalition in 2001, and has been the convenor of that organisation since then, organising the biggest demonstration in British history against the war in Iraq in 2003, and helping to organise the huge Palestine demonstration against the genocide in Gaza. In addition to this, her campaigning work includes abortion rights, support for strikes over equal pay, opposing restrictive legislation, and combatting racism and Islamophobia.  

This is a Haringey Counterfire event.

Here comes our next movie night! We're massive film fans and screening movies here at the shop was a dream of ours since we started. Our film night has now been running for nearly six months and works a bit like our book clubs: every film is chosen by someone in the group who came to the previous film. Come join us and enjoy a drink or two from our bar while you're here.

Under the terms of our license we're not permitted to reveal in advance the name of any film we screen but nearer the date we will reveal some clues...

Come hear a showcase from a range of fantastic musicians and if you feel so keen, put your name on the list for an open mic slot! 

Curated by our in-house horror enthusiasts, we're promising a blood-chillingly good time. Ranging from a TV classic to an underseen theatre-based Giallo to a queer underground movie and a zombie comedy. And the screenings will be complemented by a full bar to help you hydrate and steady your nerves.

Be warned: Alonzo is not as Armless (or harmless) as he seems! Noisy Silent Film Club (aka local sound artists Ark Potyka and Sam Enthoven) are delighted to return to the shop to perform live accompaniment for this spectacularly unhinged silent classic from Tod Browning (director of Freaks, Dracula), featuring an astounding performance by Lon Chaney. This screening is free but you'll be asked for a £5 donation on the night to help support the shop. There will also be a paying bar. Arrive on time, this film only lasts about an hour and you won't want to miss a minute! This film is rated PG by the British Board of Film Classification.