Hoxton Hall
130 Hoxton Street
London
Greater London
N1 6SH
England
Website
Since 1863 Hoxton Hall has epitomised the spirit of Shoreditch as a visible artistic and creative presence in the community: entertaining, supporting and educating local people.
Today we work with those who are starting out. We excite talent; encourage risk-taking; supporting and advising those who wish to explore their creativity and potential.
Our unique Victorian music hall theatre inspires young people and young arts companies to experiment and create work which breaks personal and artistic boundaries.
Venue Type:
Heritage site, Artist studio or collective
130 Hoxton Street
London
Greater London
N1 6SH
England
Website
Karima Francis
A young singer/songwriter from Blackpool, Karima was originally a drummer and backing vocalist for alternative/indie band Litterbug.
The change of direction has revealed a singer of enormous range and power who has been likened to a young Joan Armatrading, but who has a unique style of her own.
Karima has toured extensively, both as a headline act and in support of other musicians including Seth Lakeman and James Morrison.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
7-11:30pm
Where
Hoxton Hall
Admission
£8
Website
No Sitting
No Sitting returns once again to bring you raw, forward thinking music by local up-and-coming Bands, Producers and MCs. From Grime to Dubstep, Future Garage to Hip Hop and everything in between No Sitting looks to be ever more eclectic with every show. With past line-ups including artists as diverse as; Brassroots, Mensah,Tobias Blow, Deft, iO and Bobby Tank it’s impossible to guess who’s up next... watch this space
Suitable for
- Any age
When
7-11pm
Where
Hoxton Hall
Admission
£3
Website
Nordic Giants
Golden Voice presents Nordic Giants
Think Sigur Ros meets Quentin Tarantino” Shorts International
Brighton’s post-rock duo Nordic Giants smashed onto the music scene little over a year ago. Influenced by the likes of Sigur Ros, Massive Attack and Cinematic Orchestra, the band have already shared the stage with Ratatat, Mogwai and headlined The World Premiere of ‘The Blot Symphony’, an inspirational visual art piece created by Ralph Steadman.
Hidden behind feathered masks and effortlessly changing between instruments, the duo performs live original soundtracks to a backdrop of award winning short films (Provided by Shorts International). From dreamy ambient swells, epic builds and huge moments of power to a combination of dark, funny and beautiful short films, which can bring tears, smiles and actually scare you at times.
Imagine the visual story telling of a cinema experience mixed with the raw energy and passion of a live gig- and you’ve hit the nail on the head!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
7-11:30pm
Where
Hoxton Hall
Admission
£6
Website
Cold Specks
Metropolis presents Cold Specks
Supporting the release of her debut album, 'I Predict a Grateful Expulsion' released through Mute Records, Canadian Singer Songwriter Cold Specks aka Al Spx brings her 'doom soul' sensation to Hoxton Hall this June.
Cold Specks is songwriter and vocalist Al Spx from Etobicoke, Canada, who now lives in London. The band’s name is taken from a line in James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’:
"Born all in the dark wormy earth, cold specks of fire, evil, lights shining in the darkness".
Describing her sound as ‘Doom Soul’, Cold Specks’ music is steeped in the musical traditions of the Deep South. No wonder then that Al cites the Lomax Field Recordings and James Carr as influences along with Bill Callahan and Tom Waits. With a voice that evokes the ‘spirit feel’ of Mahalia Jackson and the visceral tones of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Cold Specks’ sparse arrangements and chaingang rhythms stop you dead in your tracks.
Suitable for
- Any age
When
7-11:30pm
Where
Hoxton Hall
Admission
£12.50
Website
http://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/event/37004861C4B06CA0?artistid=1638381&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=60
The 5th London International Youth Circus Festival
Albert & Friends Instant Circus founded the London International Youth Circus Festival in 2004, featuring cutting edge circus performances by emerging young artists from around the world (Israel, Russia, Australia, Europe and the UK) bringing a programme full of colour, skill and daring to the London circus scene!
During the 2012 Cultural Olympiad, Hoxton Hall will join in partnership with A&FIC to host the 5th LIYCF from June 29th to July 8th 2012.
Creating a 30’s Berlin Cabaret style atmosphere, the performances in the magnificently refurbished Hoxton ‘music’ Hall look set to astound and amaze!
Street performances and circus workshops for all the family will take place throughout East London making the London International Youth Circus Festival a real ‘London’ experience in this historical 2012 Olympic Year!
The LIYCF is supported by the ACE, the British Council, Youth in Action, Hoxton Hall and Albert & Friends Instant Circus.
Background
Albert & Friends Instant Circus began in the parks of West London in 1983 and has built a worldwide reputation for highly skilled innovative youth circus theatre performances.
Past performances include: 16 Edinburgh Fringe Festival performances, Macy’s New York Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Adelaide Fringe Festival Beijing International Tourism Festival , National Theatre, London, The Royal Festival Hall, The Royal Albert Hall and many local and community throughout London and the UK and Europe.
Suitable for
- Any age
Languages
- Englilsh
Where
Hoxton Hall
Admission
Tickets on sale soon
Website
http://www.hoxtonhall.co.uk/whatson/london-international-youth-circus-festival/
