Doc said the cream would clear that right up, but SURPRISE. Midgitte Bardot's Personal Spot is back... for another beautiful, messy and full-throated season of entertainment. From the rotted hive-mind of Midgitte Bardot and Willy Does, expect the all-singing, sometime-dancing, spirited chaos you love, plus a brand-new lineup of Live Art, dance, drag, music, and radical hoo-ha for you to write home about. Underground performance can be found in Peckham Levels' (overground) Gig Space for the next 3 months: Thursday 22nd May Thursday 19th June Thursday 22 May Line Up: Samra mayanja Samra Mayanja is an artist-writer obsessed with language, humour, and the illegibility of the body. She is interested in the residue from translations between writing, drawing, film, and performance. Her practice is heavily supported by the instability of these translations and how the limits of each medium give life to the next. Selina bonelli selina is a neurodiverse non binary artist currently exploring abandoned post-conflict architecture through performance and sound. They often work with found objects and hand me downs and is interested in how our bodies make sense of things that are unspeakable, uncommunicable. Cyro Cyro is a punk vocalist, drag king/thing and trans powerhouse who brings strength, beauty and awareness to the stage. Cyro roots his work in the LGBTQIA+ community and draws from queer ancestors within his practice. Presented by Peckham Levels. This is an 18+ event

Low Island are instinctive shape-shifters, darting between uplifting electronica and intimate ballads. It was a step that was both deliberate and natural: ‘there was a euphoria we didn’t always get from indie gigs, but a connection to songs and musicians we felt was missing from club nights. This is a 16+ event.

Long-time friends and collaborators Hector Plimmer and B. Hawksley join us for an evening of in-the-round performances to celebrate each of their respective new releases. Renowned South London producer, drummer, DJ, and graphic artist Hector Plimmer celebrates the release of his new record "Infinity Mirrors" this year. Written, developed and reworked over the five years since his last LP, his new album explores a wide breadth of human experiences, from recognising love and yearning for loved ones far away, to tackling anxiety and learning to focus on the things that matter. It features an abundance of South London musical talent, including B. Hawksley herself, as well as the likes of Laura Misch, Andrew Ashong, Julia Biel, Tawiah and Marysia Osu. Meanwhile B. Hawksley’s debut EP “I’ll Be Your Mirror” is her first collection of original music released after years of writing and featuring for other artists under alias Alexa Harley. Expect an evening of darkly cinematic sounds alongside more upbeat, groove-heavy tracks and moments like a lullaby, made to sooth. These live performances will take listeners on a refreshing journey of slowly morphing sounds, progressing into a moving body of interweaving melodies and rhythms. Presented by Peckham Levels. This is an 18+ event

Have you ever wondered how our brains process and heal from life’s toughest moments? Many of us carry unresolved experiences-whether it’s a difficult breakup, childhood criticism, or a lingering fear-that can quietly block our confidence, relationships, or success. Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a groundbreaking therapeutic approach designed to help people move past trauma, anxiety, and other emotional hurdles. In this talk, you’ll discover how EMDR works-by using a combination of focused attention and guided eye movements to “unblock” the trauma stored in the brain and release emotional pain. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR taps into the brain's natural ability to heal, offering relief often in a shorter timeframe. Trauma expert Shelly Bradley-Scholey will explore real-world success stories and explain why EMDR has become a trusted tool for millions worldwide. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm - come down early to grab a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Shelley Bradley-Scholey is a UK-based trauma expert, accredited EMDR Consultant, BABCP-certified CBT therapist, and Registered Mental Health Nurse with over 20 years of experience in mental health, including 13 years in Defence Mental Health Services. She holds a MSc in CBT Research from the University of Oxford and is the founder of Fortitude Psychological Therapy, offering trauma-focused therapy, supervision, and teaching. Presented by Seed Talks This is an 16+ event

Queer history has long been rewritten and censored. In this talk, Rowan Ellis will explore the secrets of LGBTQ+ history that we never got the chance to learn in school, and reexamine the history we have been taught to reveal the hidden queer connections within. Together we will look at the ways queer people have built community even in the most hostile moments of history, from the hidden meaning of flowers, to a secret queer language that we still use today. Rowan will examine the tactics of erasure that have been used against queer people, and through uncovering stories of real lost figures and little-known stories from our past, will learn vital lessons about the ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ equality and liberation. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm Speaker bio: Rowan Ellis is an award-winning author, YouTuber, and speaker known for her insightful content on LGBTQ+ history, representation, and pop culture. Her long-form video essays have drawn in over 300,000 subscribers, with her YouTube channel amassing more than 24 million views. Her debut non-fiction book, Here and Queer: A Queer Girl’s Guide to Life, earned starred reviews from Kirkus and Publishers Weekly and was Highly Commended at the UKLA Awards. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Guardian, Teen Vogue, Elle UK, and the BBC. Rowan also co-hosts the Queer Movie Podcast, where she dives into LGBTQ+ cinema-from underrated gems to the latest releases-alongside special industry guests. Presented by Seed Talks This is an 16+ event

Experiences shape you, even ones that aren’t your own: they can also be inherited from your family. It is possible that your experiences of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and many other psychological conditions can be traced back to your parents’, grandparents’, and great-grandparents’ trauma. Join us in uncovering how a distant familial trauma can imprint on you today in this enlightening talk with clinical psychologist Dr Deba Choudhury. Explore the role of epigenetics and the mechanisms through which trauma is passed down through generations. Obtain valuable insights into your family history, and begin to understand the profound ways that your family’s past is moulding your current psychological landscape. Take the first steps in healing intergenerational trauma through compassionate self-understanding, and gain practical tips in navigating the complexities of your past. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Dr Deba Choudhury is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the founder of DCP Therapy, an independent psychological therapy practice established for almost 10 years based in the City of London and Surrey. Dr Deba takes a tailor-made holistic approach to all cases and uses a range of clinical models including Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Experiential Dynamic Therapies and Schema Therapy. Presented by Seed Talks This is an 18+ event

Experience the future of UK jazz at NYJO's new monthly residency at Peckham Levels. Each month, a different ensemble of NYJO Emerging Professionals will work with Ahnansé (Steam Down) and a special guest artist from the SE London jazz scene to create a one-off 45-minute set of original music, followed by an open jam session. Expect bold, original music, boundary-pushing improvisation from London’s top emerging jazz talent. With collaboration, community, and creative expression at its heart, this residency will create a space where jazz lovers of all backgrounds are welcome. Alongside NYJO musicians, second in the series will be pioneering tuba player, Theon Cross. About Theon Cross: Theon Cross is one of those rare musicians whose vision has redefined their instrument. Through his combination of technical mastery, studio smarts, deep musical knowledge and expansive vision, the power and originality of Theon’s playing has reinvented the tuba’s place in modern music. He has released 2 highly acclaimed albums - Intra-I and FYAH - under his own name as well as the Affirmations EP and Wings single. Throughout the years he has collaborated with the likes of Kano, Theo Croker, The Smile, Little Simz, Stormzy, Jon Batiste and many more. For over a decade he was a core member of the Mercury nominated Sons of Kemet and came up through the Kinetika Bloco and Tomorrow’s Warriors. He studied at Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Presented by Peckham Levels. This is an 18+ event

“Bella! Where the hell have you been, loca?” Hopefully studying up on your Twilight trivia, because quiz night is coming-and it’s going to be immortal. On 29th May, step into the moody, sparkly world of Twilight for a night of trivia, drama, and the unspoken promise that someone will yell “Say it. Out loud.” Think you know your Volturi from your veggie vamps? Can you remember Edward’s broody lines without laughing? “This is the skin of a killer, Bella” - yeah, sure, Edward. Sure it is. Tickets are going faster than a Cullen in a Volvo. “You better hold on tight, spider monkey” - this quiz is coming in HOT (unlike Edward’s body temperature). In partnership with Jubel Brewery. - First Place: £5 0 Bar Tab - 20% off drinks for ticket holders throughout the night - Food served all evening Presented by Peckham Levels. All ages

Black holes are one of the strangest and most fascinating things in the universe. They are massively heavy, with gravity so strong that even light can’t escape them. When they collide, they release such huge amounts of energy that they send ripples through spacetime itself. But what actually are black holes, how do they even come into being, and what can they teach us about physics and the nature of the universe? In this out-of-this-world talk from astrophysicist Dr Amelie Saintonge, you will hear all about the mind bending theories behind black holes, and the latest scientific discoveries. You will be amazed not just by the incredible universe we live in, but also by the impressively creative feats of engineering we humans have devised to unlock the secrets of these cosmic beasts! Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7.30pm - come down early to grab a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Prof Amelie Saintonge is an Astrophysicist working at University College London. Originally from Canada, she did her PhD studies at Cornell University (USA) and held research positions in Switzerland and Germany before joining UCL. Amelie studies the formation and evolution of galaxies through cosmic time by using the world’s largest radio telescopes. Presented by Seed Talks This is an 18+ event

Join us for our next #sdweekly!! A night of improvised music with London's finest musicians, journeying through the sounds of the afro-diaspora. Whether you're a seasoned #SDWEEKLY community member or a curious newcomer, we guarantee a night of genre-less sonic exploration. Doors will open at 7:00pm and the night will finish at 11:30pm - One Audience, One Village! See you there! All tickets now go on sale each week on Wednesday at 11:00pm for the following week! We can't wait to see you! Presented by Steam Down. This is an All Ages event.

Join us for an enlightening talk that explores one of the most significant, and often misunderstood, phases of a woman’s hormonal journey: menopause. In this session, Dr Nicky Keay, a leading expert in hormone health, will guide us through the fascinating science behind perimenopause and menopause. You’ll discover how hormonal changes can bring about a wide range of symptoms - from hot flushes and sleep disturbances to cognitive changes and emotional shifts - and what these changes mean for long-term health. We’ll also explore how lifestyle choices and Hormone Replacement Therapy can help you navigate menopause with clarity and confidence. Whether you're experiencing menopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this talk offers clear, science-backed advice and practical tools to help you thrive. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm- come down early to grab a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Speaker bio: Dr Nicky Keay is a medical doctor specialising in exercise endocrinology and hormone health. Her clinical work centres on supporting women - including exercisers, dancers, and athletes - through hormonal transitions, including managing perimenopause, menopause, and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs). Presented by Seed Talks This is an 18+ event

Seanchoíche (pronounced Shanna-Key-Huh) our storytelling night is coming BACK to London in June. The event is taking place on 13th June @ Peckham Levels, London. The theme of the night is MISTAKES. All stories told will revolve around this theme. Stories can be personal anecdotes based on your own experience, or the experience of someone in your life, they can be fictional pieces, they can be monologues, poetry or anything that you consider a story. We will have arranged storytellers on the night, but if you get the urge to stand up and tell a story when you're at the event on the night, you are welcome to do so. Storytellers can contact [email protected] to let us know they are volunteering prior to the event. 'Empathy is remembering that everybody has a story. Multiple stories.' - Kae Tempest Tickets on sale on Wednesday at 6pm local time. Max 2 tickets per booking. There are no refunds available on tickets purchased Presented by Seanchoíche. This is an 18+ event.

Why do traumatic experiences leave such a lasting imprint on the mind and body? How does trauma shape emotional responses, leading to overwhelming feelings, shutdown, or unpredictable reactions? Trauma can keep you stuck in survival mode, making it hard to manage emotions or feel safe in your body. In this talk, we’ll unpack the psychological and neurological mechanisms behind trauma and emotional dysregulation, exploring the roles of the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex. We’ll examine how trauma affects the nervous system, causing hyperarousal, dissociation, or emotional numbness, and why certain triggers provoke intense responses. We’ll also explore the window of tolerance and ways to expand it, as well as simple, science-backed techniques like grounding, breathwork, and self-soothing strategies to shift from reactivity to calm. Doors open at 7pm, talk starts at 7:30pm - come down early and get a good seat! Follow us on IG @seedtalks Shelley Bradley-Scholey is a Trauma expert in the UK, an accredited EMDR Consultant and CBT Therapist, and a Registered Mental Health Nurse (RNMH). She holds an MSc in CBT Research from the University of Oxford. As the founder of Fortitude Psychological Therapy, Shelley offers therapy, supervision, and teaching for those navigating trauma. She also lectures and supervises Trauma and Personality Disorder courses at Oxford and Exeter, and is a published author and speaker. Presented by Seed Talks This is an 18+ event