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The Courtyard Theatre

The Courtyard Theatre is one of London’s most vibrant theatre and live music venues. It presents an intimate space for established performers, and endeavours to discover the best new playwrights, directors, and companies from a wide range of backgrounds. The theatre also provides a venue to nurture, support, and mentor rising talent, while their career, or play, is in the early stages of development.

What's On @ The Courtyard Theatre

The Stadium Rock Experience

The Stadium Rock Experience

20 Sept 2025 - 26 Sept 2026

Described as an audio and visual sensation, Trigger are thrilled to be bringing their esteemed Stadium Rock Experience. They will be providing the full stadium experience, delivering the excitement and spectacle associated with arena rock, with the highest standard of musicianship, and the most popular hits from the biggest mainstream rock acts. Their setlist includes classic anthems from the likes of Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams, Queen, Status Quo, Elton john, ABBA, Guns n' Roses, Whitesnake, AC/DC and Tina Turner amongst many others. All energetically performed to keep everyone engaged, excited and participating from the very first song right through to the finale. The Trigger show includes a variety of staging, visuals, effects and lighting to recreate the monumental majesty of the stadium rock genre! When you absolutely, positively need thrilling entertainment, look no further than Trigger, The Stadium Rock Experience!
Let's Not Fight About It

Let's Not Fight About It

22 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Have you ever wanted to kill your co-worker for embarrassing you at the office party...no, like really kill him? Let's Not Fight About It explores violence in its many forms, from swashbuckling sword fights to work-place microaggressions. Innovative stage combat theatre company Parrot Punch utilise their superior fight skills and bold storytelling to deliver an action-packed spectacle that comments on how violence permeates both art and our every day.
Isaac Butler

Isaac Butler

11 Sept 2025 - 11 Sept 2025

Isaac Butler is performing live at The Courtyard Theatre in London on Thursday 11th September 2025.
Cinder Well + Saul Adamczewski

Cinder Well + Saul Adamczewski

5 Sept 2025 - 5 Sept 2025

Baba Yaga's Hut Presents: Cinder Well + Saul Adamczewski £18 (inc. fees) - The Courtyard Theatre - 5th September 2025 Cinder Well is the musical project of California-based multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer Amelia Baker. Characterized by her singular vocals, Baker's compositions chart a sonic journey through cinematic soundscapes, weaving surrealistic lyricism with stylistic elements inspired by traditional music, ballads and doom metal. There is a sense of reverence to this music, which unfolds at its own pace, a spacious and unhurried cranking of tension reminiscent of the glacial work of acts like Bell Witch. There is weight and resonance, heavy in ways which do not rely on distortion but by the depth of the lyricism and expansive arrangements instead. Amelia Baker’s musical foundations began in the DIY anarcho-punk scene in Santa Cruz, California, where she joined legendary cult folk-punk band Blackbird Raum. The bridge between folk-punk and traditional music led her to move to Ireland, where she learned Irish traditional fiddle music and ballads from the music community in County Clare. Cinder Well’s first two full length albums were recorded with Nich Wilbur (Angel Olsen, Ragana) at The Unknown in Anacortes, WA, a converted church studio founded by Phil Elverum of The Microphones and Mount Eerie. ‘The Unconscious Echo’ was released in 2017, followed by her critically acclaimed ‘No Summer’ in 2020 which utilized a bleak, stripped down sonic palette and held moments of stillness as Baker reflected on living in the West of Ireland. Cinder Well’s most recent album ‘Cadence’ was released in 2023, recorded by Harlan Steinberger at Hen House Studios in Venice Beach, California. The album holds curiosity for moments of grief, settling into discomfort with a quietly interested and patient eye through reflections on the passage of time, isolation and reverence for nature. It embraces expansive soundscapes, featuring baritone electric guitar, drums and string arrangements by Cormac MacDiarmada of Lankum. In February 2024, Cinder Well performed an NPR Tiny Desk Concert. Lars Gotrich of NPR wrote “A crimson glow surrounds the dark undercurrent of Cinder Well that only grows brighter as the music goes deeper into the unknown.” Cinder Well has shared the stage with a wide variety of artists including Reverend Kristin Michael Hayter, Lankum, and has performed at festivals including Other Voices, End of the Road, Prepare the Ground and Amplifest. ”A crimson glow surrounds the dark undercurrent of Cinder Well that only grows brighter as the music goes deeper into the unknown.” - NPR “At times dappled in California sun, there’s also a glimpse of harsh reality underneath” - Clash ”Cadence consistently finds the dark places and, rather than bring them to light, finds beauty in them.” - No Depression “...captivating exploration of the overlap between the human condition and our folklore traditions.” - Hot Press “an astonishingly powerful piece of work that seems to have been conceived in uncertainty but realised with the supreme assurance of one of the most consummate songwriters around.” - KLOF Mag Presented by Baba Yaga's Hut. This is an 18+ event
Alex Scheuerer and Najwa Ezzaher "La vie en Soul"
This is a general admission standing ticket. If capacity allows, we will switch to table seating. Alex Scheuerer and Najwa Ezzaher, along with their 5-piece band, are coming to the Courtyard Theatre for the London Jazz Festival! After a busy 2023/24 playing sold-out shows in renowned jazz clubs across London and Paris and fresh from performing at the 2025 Baku International Jazz Festival, the band returns for another sensational night of jazz, soul, and fusion with their concert, "La Vie en Soul"! Immerse yourself in music that will transport you from the old streets of Paris to the vibrant heart of the London music scene. In "La Vie en Soul," Alex pays tribute to La Chanson Française, reimagining it in a fresh, modern jazz/soul style. But that's not all! Alex and Najwa have been dreaming up new tunes for their upcoming third album, exploring inventive harmonies and adding a splash of Middle Eastern flair to their sound. In their own words, "Our music speaks to the hearts of our mixed origins." Come experience the electrifying energy of musicians unleashing their creativity on stage-join us for an unforgettable night! Line up : Alex Sheuerer: Guitar Najwa Ezzaher: Vocals Paul Michael : Bass Guitar Chris Jerome : Piano Mike Horne : Drums Freddie Gavita: Trumpet Chris Rand: Tenor sax
Jackson Mathod

Jackson Mathod

15 Nov 2025 - 15 Nov 2025

This is a general admission standing ticket. If capacity allows, we will switch to table seating Jackson Mathod is a multi-instrumentalist and singer. Drawing on influences from the likes of Miles Davis, Roy Hargrove and Christian Scott to name a few. In times where everything can feel too heavy, Jackson's music delivers a very simple and universal message : have fun, move, and enjoy the amazing musicianship on display. Jackson is currently into his second album with the band now as a quartet. I feel this new line-up gives me the opportunity to be more expressive with my sound and experimental with the use of pedals and effects. I also love the use of guitar in my music and Im excited by this next path for me as an artist Following a string of very successful singles in 2020, Jackson released his debut album Travels in a Confined Space in April of 2021, where he received support from BBC 6music (Huey Morgan), BBC introducing (Jess Iszatt and Robert Elms), Worldwide FM (Gilles Peterson) and was playlisted on Jazz FM. Leif Maine - Guitar Daniele Gulino - Bass Jaega McKenna-Gordon Jackson Mathod - Trumpet
Resolution 88

Resolution 88

20 Nov 2025 - 20 Nov 2025

This is a general admission standing ticket. If capacity allows, we will switch to table seating Resolution 88 fuse the sound of the modern London jazz scene with the inspirational greats of the 70's such as Herbie Hancock's Head Hunters and the classic Mizell Brothers productions on Blue Note. They have brought their high energy performances to prestigious venues and festivals around the UK and Europe. Vortex is the 4th studio album released by Resolution 88 and with live shows supporting Snarky Puppy, Roy Ayers, Marcus Miller, Stanley Clarke, Larry Mizell & the Blackbyrds, Butcher Brown, the Yellowjackets and many more, Resolution 88 have established themselves as one of the UK's leading exponents of funk jazz. Their music is synonymous with the beautiful sound of the Fender Rhodes.
Brass Funkeys

Brass Funkeys

21 Nov 2025 - 21 Nov 2025

Brass has not been this good since that time Reel Big Fish covered A-Ha The Brass Funkeys are my favourite band. 10/10 VICE MAGAZINE: Noisey Music Terrific what a band James Morrison, BBC Radio 2 The Brass Funkeys are a trailblazer in the new generation of UK Brass Bands. Formed in 2011, this 9-piece collective has a unique sound forged from their strong personalities and eclectic individual tastes, whilst still paying homage to their New Orleans Brass Band roots. The Brass Funkeys have honed their skills over 10 years playing the club and festival circuits in the UK and Europe, always exploring new musical directions while refining their exciting, eclectic and energetic live show, bursting at the seams with ideas and infectious energy. The Brass Funkeys frequently appear on festival main stages (Glastonbury, Boomtown, Wilderness, Lost Village, Love Supreme, North Sea Jazz Festival) as well as performing at world renowned venues (Ronnie Scott's, Koko, Cambridge Corn Exchange). In 2020, The Brass Funkeys embarked on an ambitious project to release four EPs to catalogue the band's journey. More is More (2022) is the fourth and final instalment in this series and takes the listener on a journey weaving together the sounds of New Orleans, 90s House, Thrash Metal and Liquid Drum n Bass through their identifiable lens of creative groove music. Crunch (2020), showcases original material continuing their exploration of a new genre: #ThrashBrass, while Live at Cambridge Junction (2021) features their high-energy stage show. Ruin (2021) explores pumping, heavy, brass-led irreverent covers, from girlband to heavy metal. These EPs follow two earlier album releases, The Brass Funkeys (2014) and Rabble Rouser (2017) with 4 reviews (AllAboutJazz) which led to regular radio plays on Jazz FM and Jazz on 3, and over 400,000 Spotify plays. Lineup Rob Smith, Rob Jericho, Jack Banjo Courtney - trumpets Vij prakash, Tom Green - trombones Dave Robinson - tenor sax John Caddick - sousaphone Fred Harper - percussion Harpal Mudhar - drums Brass has not been this good since that time Reel Big Fish covered A-Ha The Brass Funkeys are my favourite band. 10/10 VICE MAGAZINE: Noisey Music Terrific what a band James Morrison, BBC Radio 2
Rosie Frater-Taylor

Rosie Frater-Taylor

22 Nov 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

This is a general admission standing ticket. If capacity allows, we will switch to table seating One of the most electrifying forces in contemporary British jazz: Rosie Frater-Taylor is a virtuoso guitarist/vocalist and songwriter of remarkable emotional depth. On latest album Featherweight, Rosie seamlessly weaves rock, alt-pop, neo-soul, new-school jazz, and folk into her singular sound. Drawing inspiration from icons like Joni Mitchell, Steely Dan, Pat Metheny, Kate Bush and a rock-infused roster including John Mayer, Meshell Ndegeocello and Madison Cunningham, Rosie's music is a vibrant tapestry of influences, Featherweight has seen praise across the board from KCRW, BBC Radio 1, Radio 4, MOJO, Hi-Fi and Guitar World to Led Zeppelin's Jimmy Page himself, with Jazzwise coining her fiercely feminine! Rosie's critically acclaimed sophomore album, Bloom, amassed over 5 million streams and earned a Gilles Peterson Worldwide Awards nomination. Rosie continues sharing stages with celebrated artists like Madison Cunningham, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Michael League (Snarky Puppy) and John Scofield, while she continues cementing her place as one of the most compelling new voices shaping the future of contemporary singer-songwriters Line up: Rosie Frater-Taylor | Guitar/Vox Dave Edwards | Bass Tom Potter | Drums Azz Loukil | BVs / Keys Verushka | BVs Astonishingly mature album for one so young. A gnarly rock foundation heightened by nuanced jazz chords and folk-style finger picking. MOJO Magazine "An artist I've fallen in love with musically Gilles Peterson, BBC 6 Music
The StageLeft Podcast: Off The Record

The StageLeft Podcast: Off The Record

23 Sept 2025 - 23 Sept 2025

The StageLeft Podcast: Off The Record is a live event featuring acclaimed session musicians Polly Money, John Waugh, and Gabi King - fresh off headlining Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage with The 1975. Taking place at The Courtyard Theatre in Shoreditch on Friday July 11th, the evening includes a candid panel conversation, audience Q&A and a live acoustic performance - providing a rare, up-close look at life as a professional musician. A must for anyone curious about building a career in the music industry. A limited number of tickets include exclusive access to the artists’ soundcheck and the chance to ask questions directly.
John Clare: The Madhouse Sessions

John Clare: The Madhouse Sessions

22 Aug 2025 - 22 Aug 2025

Enter the asylum room of forgotten 19th century "peasant" poet and visionary John Clare - where madness, laughter and genius combine. In this powerful immersive theatrical experience, the walls of confinement melt away as Clare's memories, imagination and haunting visions of a world to come are brought vividly to life in rhyme, song, words and beats. Join him in his beloved fields, drinking holes and in the depths of his brilliant, unique, tortured mind as he labours to complete his final masterpiece. A man from the past. Relevant today. A warning for our future. But are you ready to listen?
Odhran Murphy

Odhran Murphy

3 Oct 2025 - 8 Oct 2025

Odhran Murphy is a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from the captivating County Armagh in Northern Ireland. His country-folk infused pop sound echoes the backdrop of the Irish countryside where he was raised.
The Em Show – Tales From A Little Laughing Lesbian
Join Em for an evening of fun, silliness and much laughter. Em Stroud is the Comic Coach and she will be sharing tales from her life! Em will recount stories of marriage, mediation, having a baby and motorbikes and many more. Expect giggles, singing and a show to warm your heart. The show is a mix of stand up, impro and little bit of Clowning – expect singing, silly props and much joy. Presented by Emma Stroud Limited This is an 13+ event
Yung Kai

Yung Kai

16 Oct 2025 - 16 Oct 2025

Yung Kai is performing live at The Courtyard Theatre on Thursday 16th October 2025.
Clare Summerskill Presents Why God Created Lesbians
A packed comedy and music show from ‘One of the funniest women in the country’ (What’s On) with a keen fanbase across the UK (gay and straight!). Expect silliness, satire and self-deprecation from crowd-pleaser Clare Summerskill. Clare will share the previously unheard story of the lesbian squirrel on the Ark, forced to take up a complaint about compulsory heterosexuality with Noah himself; and she will finally uncover the Almighty’s real opinion about women-loving-women. Clare has written for BBC Radio 4’s Weekending and Heated Rollers and has toured her shows to theatres in the UK and the US.
PYJAEN

PYJAEN

19 Sept 2025 - 19 Sept 2025

This is a general admission ticket. Seats will be provided only if capacity allows it/ Support - Nockles & Jones Duo Line up Dylan Jones - trumpet Tjoe Man Cheung - guitar Ben Vize - sax Benjamin Crane - bass Charlie Hutchinson - drums PYJN seamlessly blends jazz, disco, punk, hip-hop, and other contemporary sounds into a singular experience. Since the release of their debut self-titled album in 2019, PYJN has caught the attention of audiences and critics alike, earning acclaim from figures such as Gilles Peterson, Huey Morgan, Jazz FM, and Clash Magazine. They enjoyed collaborating on their 'Sage Secrets' EP with Blue Lab Beats and Odette Peters, which amassed over 1 million streams on Spotify within just 6 months. This achievement stands as a testament to the band's rising prominence in the UK "Jazz and beyond" scene. Recorded over five days at Peter Gabriel's legendary Real World Studios, their second full album, 'Feast' was released in 2021, featuring thirteen tracks and collaborations with a diverse array of artists including singer Renato Paris and Glasgow Jazz legend Corto Alto. The band are currently writing and recording in hopes to release an album in Autumn 2025.
Gustaffson

Gustaffson

21 Nov 2025 - 27 Nov 2025

Liverpool-born singer and songwriter Andrew Gower formed Gustaffson in 2020 with lifelong friend and guitarist James Webster (‘Webbo’). The formation of Gustaffson was serendipitous. While on a film set, Gower met Elbow musician and producer Craig Potter, sparking a musical collaboration.
Kenzie Cait

Kenzie Cait

8 Nov 2025 - 8 Nov 2025

SJM Concerts Presents Kenzie Cait Plus Support Nashville-based pop phenom Kenzie Cait first emerged on the scene with her 2023 breakout EP, “innocence,” showing a knack for heart-wrenching storytelling early on. Originally from Buffalo, now writing between Nashville & LA, Kenzie’s 2024 project, “good luck, goodbye”, cemented her as a staple among rising pop stars and saw her embark on her first US headline tour. Her hit song “someday, someone,” with tens of thousands of UGC videos on TikTok, earned a cover for Spotify’s “young & free” playlist and a coveted spot on Spotify’s 2024 “pop songs you may have missed,” as a timeless soundtrack for heartbreak. Already with over 20M global streams across her catalog, Kenzie will be setting off on her second nation-wide headline tour in the Spring of 2025 as she rolls out her next EP. Presented by SJM Concerts. 14+ (under 16s to be accompanied by an adult).
Singers Concert 2026

Singers Concert 2026

21 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2026

Book tickets for the 2026 Singers Concert here! Please note: Children under 5 are not permitted to attend. Concession prices are not available for this event.

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