Neo-Soul

NEW DATE 29th April (note that we have postponed this due to the tube strike). Our first Southbank Social! Hopefully the sun will shine! Meet by the river railings, outside the Royal Festival Hall directly in line with Giraffe [Giraffe - Southbank Centre](https://www.giraffe.net/restaurants/southbank/) where I will introduce you to some of our other lovely members. We will then walk along the river for 20-30 mins and then have a drink together. This will be a great chance to make friends, to speak Spanish share stories about London, Spain, South America... , or have friendly language exchange if you are a native Spanish speaker. We will start walking at about 1915 so don't get left behind! As ever, please keep your RSVP updated!

LOVE is one of the most desirable experiences that Human Being wishes for. Both physical and metaphysical at the same time, Love deeply inspires while remains evasive to our rational faculties. For thousands of years, Poets, Musicians and other Artists, have been POURING THE LIGHT OF THEIR ESSENCE TO HUMANITY WITH THEIR ARTWORK often brought about through the bleeding of their Heart. Their poems and melodies have been a GIFT TO HUMANITY – as high frequencies that would touch other people, and help them reach new depths of personal feelings and experience of Love. The talk will cover many facets of Love, including: * every day experiences of Love, * scientific view and formula of Love and falling in Love; * Love at first sight, Relationships, Marriage * Illusion of being loved * Love of Nature; Love of Essence * Vital importance of Love for our Evolution * Love as vibration This inspiring talk will setup a base for thought sharing in a deep and friendly conversation. COME and join us at Rudolf Steiner House for an enlightening evening, and socialise at this free attendance event! COME to immerse yourself in a most inspiring, comprehensive talk on Love you have ever heard! This in-person event promises to be a transformative experience. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your awareness and make new friends!

All welcome. Attend for food and social 7-8 (optional) and book discussion 8-9. Discussing Lost Souls (also known as 'The Splendors and Miseries of Courtesans' by Honore de Balzac.

**HI ALL** ***WE HAVE PACKED EVERY UNSPUN SESSIONS WITH THE MOST AMAZING NEW ARTISTS AND SPECIAL GUESTS, SO DON'T MISS THE FIRST OF OUR TWO UNSPUN SESSIONS IN APRIL, DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND!*** ***UNSPUN SESSIONS is our regular showcase night Piano Smithfield, a gorgeous cellar/speakeasy style music venue complete with grand piano with wonderful hand crafted cocktails (YUM) and artisan pizzas (SUPER GOOD PIZZA!) in case you get peckish. Just steps from Barbican and Farringdon tubes.*** *THREE OUT OF THE FIVE ARE BRAND NEW, AS ALWAYS, TO US, ON THE NIGHT.* \*\*Join us at 7pm prompt for a chat and mingle \*\*Live Music Starts at 7.30pm sharp - 5 incredible artists to discover \*\*Lovely pizza and cocktails to enjoy **WATCH AND LISTEN TO OUR 5 ARTISTS HERE:** **CHLOE NDIAYE,** a Geneva-based singer-songwriter and dancer, blends pop, R&B, musical theatre, and jazz to create a unique sound signature, where soft vocals and ethereal harmonies meet power and sincerity. Chloe presented her first EP, Balcony at the Montreux Jazz Café in 2022 and has since performed widely across London. [Watch Chloe Ndiaye Here](https://youtu.be/Opv4VOy8nVM?si=HWLPikRP08r73_W4) **GIGI HARLAND** is an alt/ethereal pop enchantress for those who move through the world untamed. Having started as a writer and performer with appearances as a vocalist at Reading and Leeds Festival for BBC Radio 1 , she debuts as an artist with upcoming self-produced EP 'Heaven on Earth' due for release in March. [Watch Gigi Harland Here](https://youtu.be/LyuH7tBeyjw?si=0qgVvyYiVd-Oc9bY) Leeds artist **SOLOW CHOIR** creates his own blend of alternative pop-rock with instantly relatable anthems bursting with modern flavour, strong in catchy hooks and lyrical prowess. With tracks regularly streamed across the globe, 2026 sees Solow Choir back out on UK tour. [Watch Solow Choir Here](https://youtu.be/8WCDWMAB5qs?si=Zx72Sjc_a-fK4Uui) **JOSEPH BELL** is a London-based indie/alt-pop singer-songwriter originally from Shrewsbury, known for dreamy, introspective pop and self-produced tracks. His debut EP Dancing Days gained BBC Radio 1 support, and he has performed widely in London. [Watch Joseph Bell Here](https://youtu.be/FQp5lsYnos0?si=06aQ1tPVVCJLEZuy) Introducing Dutch born singer-songwriter/pianist ARIANE who is currently working with the legendary Femi Temowo on her debut EP. Doors 7pm Show 7.30pm ***Discounted tickets £9 (normally £13 inc) - apply promo code LONDONLIVE at checkout*** **[BOOK TICKETS](https://link.dice.fm/q1bab313a5fd)** Literally cannot wait to share this very special night with you all!! Lorraine xx

Jake Scully is an actor in a slump. He can't get or keep a job, his girlfriend has been cheating on him and to cap it all off, he suffers from crippling claustrophobia. Things seem to be looking up when a friend from his acting class offers him a cushy housesitting gig, where he finds himself besotted by a beautiful neighbour. After seeing her being abused, he tries to intervene, only to get drawn into a mysterious and violent world where the rules seem to be constantly in motion. This may not quite be the biggest Hitchcock ripoff Brian de Palma's ever made\*, but Body Double is probably the most de Palma movie he ever made, an erotic film noir that asks the audience to examine their own voyeuristic tendencies as they judge Scully for his. The movie itself is often ludicrous but never less than watchable, and it has at least two absolute crackerjack scenes. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_B6KEJD605M This is showing as part of Violet Hour, the Castle's season of LA neo film noirs flicks. Tickets available [here](https://castlecinema.admit-one.co.uk/?p=tickets&perfCode=15480), I'm in D4. Let's grab a drink in their lovely bar at half eight and head in after that. \*That would be 1976's Obssession. Check out [the trailer](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oYkV1s9hM-Q) if you don't believe me.

**SCARLETT'S NIGHT** **RnB Hip Hop Soul Funk** **From Aretha to Marvin Gaye - Mary J Blige to Snoop and Beyond - I’ll be spinning the best tunes in the Universe - so come and join us - we can Boogie All Night Long! FREE ENTRY!** **9PM - 2AM THURSDAY 30TH APRIL** **TREJOS 299 – 301 PORTOBELLO ROAD, NOTTING HILL, LONDON, W105TD** **CLOSEST TUBE STATIONS:** **LADBROKE GROVE - NOTTING HILL - WESTBOURNE PARK**

The 5Rhythms® is a simple movement meditation practice designed to release the dancer that lives in everybody, no matter what shape, size, age, limitation and experience. The 5Rhythms® are Flow, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. They come together to create a Wave, a movement meditation practice. There are no steps to follow. Bring your friends, your heart, willingness to move and bottle of water. Cash / card / PayPall/ bank transfer at the door or pre register: info@5rhythmswithkat.com >  £20 regular / £22 abundance for those in position to support our community / £16 concession for unemployed www.5Rhythms.com (http://www.5rhythms.com/classes/BareSoulsRhythmsclass-136) we are on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/BareSouls.5Rhythsm.withKat/) http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/d/d/600_437763293.jpeg

**ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents:** **CATHARSIS: Psytrance & Electronica infused Ecstatic Dance + Cacao Ceremony** **For booking and more info:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1988027727449?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1988027727449?aff=oddtdtcreator) **We’re chuffed to bring CATHARSIS back on Saturday 2 May 2026** \- a night for lovers of deep electronic journeys and full\-bodied dancefloor expression\. Originally launched in Camden in 2019, Catharsis became a legendary monthly gathering - a fusion of rave energy, ecstatic dance, and raw, unapologetic self-expression. It carried us right up to the beginning of the pandemic… and now, it returns. **Expect:**
 ⚡Hypnotic psytrance & cutting-edge electronica 🍫Ceremonial-grade cacao ceremony to open the heart
 🔥A powerful, high-vibe dancefloor of conscious movers No experience needed. Just come as you are. **WHAT IS CATHARSIS?** Catharsis is liberation.
It’s purification through movement.
It’s freedom, fire, and full permission to be yourself. This is your invitation to:
 • Drop the mask
 • Release what’s been held in
 • Move anger, power, passion, joy
 • Reconnect with your wild, playful, tender human All held within an electrifying psytrance and electronica soundscape. **THE SPACE** Since 2009, we've been creating something unique in London: Clean, sober, high-energy dancefloors - where the high comes naturally through music, movement, breath, and connection. *No alcohol. No drugs. No exceptions.* **Please respect the container:**
If you arrive intoxicated, you will not be admitted or may be asked to leave (no refunds). Ecstatic Dance London
We love to dance.
We love music.
We create spaces to connect, awaken, and transform. **📣Join our WhatsApp group:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t) **✨Follow us:** [https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr)

### ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents: ## 🌎CACAO DANCE TRIBE: **Afro House & World Beats Ecstatic Dance + Cacao Ceremony** **(DJ & live percussion set)** **Friday Night \| 7:45PM–10:15PM** **Fruit Social: 10:15PM–10:45PM** **Tufnell Park, London** Immerse yourself in an **ecstatic dance journey** infused with **Afro House rhythms, world beats, and live percussion**. Move freely, connect deeply, and let the music take you on a powerful journey of embodiment, release and ecstasy. We’ll open the evening with a dance movement warmup, then shift to a **heart-opening raw vegan cacao ceremony** and positive intention setting ritual, tuning in together before the main dance Wave begins. **Please note:** an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite. Thank you x **🎫Tickets:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517) **🌟 Join the Mailing list for EVENT UPDATES & DISCOUNTS:** [https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london](https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london) **📣Join our WhatsApp Community:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t) **✨Follow us on Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) **What to Expect?** ✨ Uplifting **Afro House**, **Brazilian grooves**, and **organic world rhythms** 🥁 **Live percussion** bringing fire and soul to the dancefloor 🍫 **Raw ceremonial cacao** to open your heart and elevate your energy 💃 Freestyle, expressive movement & moving meditation 🍉 **Optional fruit social** afterwards to nourish and connect No alcohol, no drugs, just rhythm, breath, and community. This is one of London’s most loved **sober Friday night dance experiences**, where you can shake off the week’s stress and celebrate life through movement. ### About Cacao Dance Tribe Founded in 2017, **Cacao Dance Tribe** was one of the world’s first **Cacao Ceremony + Ecstatic Dance** events, originally held in Camden. After a pause during the pandemic, we’re thrilled to have **revived the tribe in Tufnell Park since 2023,** co-created by the **Ecstatic Dance London** community, pioneers of the UK’s sober dance movement since 2009. No dance experience needed — everyone is welcome. We also offer limited **free crew spaces** — scroll below for details and sign-up. **Music Vibe:** Afro House \| World Beats \| Brazilian \| Organic Rhythms

DANCING EVERY 1ST AND 3RD SATURDAY NIGHTS <3 Tribalheart Ecstatic dance creates space for free-form movement in a chat free zone where you can dive deeply into the heart, reconnecting, expressing, dancing in and out, up and down, learning to let go of anything and everything that holds you back from yourSelf and inner freedom. Let the energy move you, let the spirit of the heart guide you. There is space to dance alone and no pressure to connect with anyone else, just be yourself and honour what you need in the moment. This night is an inspiration and fusion of club culture, dancing yoga, active meditation, cardio fitness, Ecstatic trance dance (blindfolds available) and a sacred Nataraj. If you choose to connect, it is a chance to meet others without words from a place of movement, meditation, energy and soul; eyes and heart wide open. ### We will start the evening with a welcoming warmup to relax the body and mind. Together we will set an intention for the evening inviting the heart to open and awaken within us thus creating sacred space for all. For those that wish to partake, we will enjoy and deepen our intention with a short Cacao ceremony. (The cacao is used to take us deeper into our body, awakening our senses, connecting us to heart energy and aiding a spring in our step) We also embark on some dynamic breathwork to fire us up for the evening. \- Please leave at least 2 hours after eating a heavy meal if drinking cacao\. -Please do not drink alcohol before the event as it is contraindicated with some of the breathwork techniques we practice We inject passion into sourcing the music for our events and aim to deliver an eclectic mix of genres for your heart. From tribal to electronic and everything in between we aim to assist a natural flow peaking and resting to mirror the rhythm and energy of life. Prepare to shake, spin, whirl and twirl. The music becomes the facilitator during the wild ecstatic dance ending with moments of stillness into silence where we can rest and breathe together Each DJ has their own sound and energy to be shared, making each night unique and different... 4/4/2026-DJ TARA 18/4/2026-DJ ATMO Admission **New Venue**-Doors open from 630pm and we start at 7pm. Evening-7-930pm. Social till 10pm. Cost is on a sliding scale. Tickets- £15-early bird- purchase up to 5 days in advance before the event £20-Skint/student £25-Working Friend £30-Admission for people on an abundant wage ***All tickets include ceremonial cacao, herbal teas and fruit*** ***There are often places to crew if money is an issue. Please contact Tara on 07776321878 to inquire*** ALL TICKETS ARE ALWAYS AVAILABLE, IF THEY ARE NOT, PLEASE CALL 07776321878 AS IT WILL BE AN EVENTBRITE ERROR! NO REFUNDS Book tickets via paypal- https://paypal.me/moveandmeditate?locale.x=en_GB (use friends and family option only or pay the the fee please) or eventbrite-https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tribalheart-ecstatic-dance-london-the-pirate-castle-tickets-168013682447 Optional teas and social after the dance Tara on [07776321878](tel:07776321878 "tel:07776321878") Tara has been facilitating dance, movement and meditation groups under Tribalheart since 2007. She is a lover of all types of dance, meditation, massage, breathwork and many other nourishing things. Tara qualified in Mental health nursing in 1998 and worked as a specialist addictions nurse for over 17 years. She trained and developed in various methods over the years from bodywork, tantra, shamanism, hypnotherapy, psychosexual somatics and breathwork which she blends into her various groups and 1:1 practise. If you are interested in a 1:1 session with Tara please email tara@tribalheart.co.uk , info@divinebodybliss.co.uk

Join us Thursday evening for a lively bible discussion, fellowship and a tasty meal! All faiths and views are welcome. For more information, contact: Jamie 07557502771 Hilarie 07714217753

We’re thrilled to announce our first live music showcase of the year! Open to everyone, this is the perfect night for anyone who loves discovering amazing music, connecting with talented artists, and celebrating creativity. If music moves you, this is the place to be! Join us for an unforgettable night featuring amazing artists, fresh sounds, and a vibrant, supportive atmosphere you won’t want to miss. **[Make sure to grab your ticket on our website, so that you receive a QR code to use upon arrival.](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/event-details/amplify-her-live-music-showcase-networking-event)** Amplify Her is on a mission to support, celebrate, and empower women in the music industry. We create spaces—both online and in-person—where female artists, songwriters, and industry professionals can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Through live music showcases, workshops, networking events, and mentorship, we aim to amplify women’s voices, nurture their creativity, and build a strong, inclusive music community. Our goal is simple: to ensure women in music have the visibility, opportunities, and support they deserve, so their talent and stories can shine on every stage. **Meet The Artists:** PIEN Meet Pien, the Dutch indie Americana powerhouse, who is redefining raw emotions with confrontational lyrics and anthemic melodies. With a sound that blends honest, confrontational lyrics with infectious hooks, Pien is poised to become your next obsession, especially if you´re a fan of Stevie Nicks, Kacey Musgraves, or Linda Ronstadt. [Linktree](https://linktr.ee/pienmusic?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio) AIDA Aida is an R&B and soul singer-songwriter bringing honesty, sensuality, and freedom into every track. Of Middle Eastern descent, she blends smooth R&B with subtle Arabian scales to create a sound that feels both soulful and distinctive. Inspired by artists like Aaliyah, Beyoncé, and SZA, her music explores love, heartbreak, and the raw emotions that come with it. Aida learned to sing in English before she learned to speak it, and music has been her way of feeling alive ever since. Writing her own lyrics and producing her vocals, she pours real experiences into songs that move between vulnerability, confidence, and moments made to dance. Currently working on her upcoming EP, Aida is carving out a bold, intimate space that’s entirely her own. [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/album/2UcG6z7VQeIFUIAUBwZvce?si=mm28YTUFQraDX5_o6imRRw) MICHAELA MARIE Michaela Marie is a singer from South East London who has spent many years performing and interpreting songs made famous by her favourite artists. Inspired by the likes of Etta James, Roberta Flack and Cleo Sol, Her neo-soul infused take on classic songs reaffirms their timelessness whilst keeping to the nuanced intricacies that allow them to remain forever etched in hearts the world over. Stepping into a new chapter of songwriting, she incorporates elements of jazz, soul and blues filled with emotional richness and depth. She tackles her inner vulnerability by writing lyrics and melodies that soothe the conscience. With a background in storytelling and poetry, she pours her heart and soul into each syllable, taking her listeners with her on a visceral journey of love, heartbreak and devotion to the past that made her. [Linktree](https://linktr.ee/michaelamarievoc) FARE Using delicate and sincere storytelling, FARE brings out a certain vulnerability when performing her music live. The “captivatingly beautiful sonic landscapes through reverb-drenched guitar loops” provide a luscious backdrop to thoughtful lyricism. Said to have an "open and effortless" style, FARE's Ambient-Folk soundscapes pair immersive guitar textures with ethereal vocals. [Linktree](https://linktr.ee/fareemusic) We look forward to having you part of our community! Early birds tickets: £10.00 General Admission: £12.00 Last Chance: £15.00 **Follow us on:** **[https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/](https://www.instagram.com/amplify_herLive/)** **[https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/](https://www.amplifyher.co.uk/)** **[https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/](https://www.linkedin.com/company/amplifyher/)**

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

**Caller: Richard Ades** **Band: The McKenzies** **Clinton Heights Lutheran Church** **15 Clinton Heights Ave, Columbus, OH 43202** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle.

Let's talk about relationships in such a way that you can really benefit from the knowledge. We can talk about * Soulmates * How to start a relationship * How to maintain a relationship * How to pick the right partner * How to recognize the red flags * How to improve communication * How to avoid argument and fights * How to increase trust You ask the questions, we'll talk about them. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

Get ready for an unforgettable night of inspiration, energy, and soul-stirring performance with international speakers and artists Armand and Angelina. This is more than an event—it’s a live concert-style experience of music, message, and mirth that will uplift your spirit and move your heart. From the moment the evening begins, you’ll be immersed in a powerful atmosphere of love, laughter, and transformational sound. Featuring the angelic, heart-opening voice of Angelina—singing across multiple languages—and the dynamic presence of Armand, whose inspiring talks, original compositions, and powerful vocals ignite a passion for life, this is a performance you don’t want to miss. Come out and feel the energy, connect with the message, and experience a night that celebrates love, transformation, and the power of music to move us all. $20 Suggested Love Offering (None shall be turned away) **Bonus Morning Experience** Native Flute Playshop with A & A Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. Come back in the morning for a deeper, hands-on musical experience.

🌸 Mother’s Day deserves more than flowers 🌸 Join us for an elevated outdoor paint experience designed for creativity, connection, and unforgettable memories. ✨ Brushes & Brunch: Mother’s Day Garden Edition ✨ Beautiful garden vibes Brunch bites Signature refreshments Guided painting Soft music Luxury energy Whether you're celebrating your mother, your daughter, your friends, or simply honoring yourself — this experience is your invitation to slow down and create something beautiful. No painting experience needed — just bring your good energy. This is not your typical paint party. This is intentional. This is elevated. This is your moment. 🎟 Limited seating available to keep the experience intimate. Reserve your spot early https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brushes-brunch-a-curated-mothers-day-painting-experience-tickets-1987709930911