Skip to main content
RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music

RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music

About This Event

RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music returns to The Old Queens Head in London on Thursday 22 October 2026, with doors opening at 7pm. The evening brings together eight storytellers and a live musical act, weaving unfiltered personal narratives with a fluid, responsive soundtrack. The structure shifts between spoken word and performance, allowing each tale to be met by a changing musical atmosphere, so the night develops organically as story and sound collide. This is not a passive listening experience; the raw, unvarnished nature of the tales is matched by the immediacy of the live score, creating an evolving, immersive event. Tickets are priced at £16.50.

Some nights you still talk about the next day. This is one of them.

RAW started as one woman's obsession with strangers' stories.  Part storytelling night, part human gathering, part something you won't have a word for until you've experienced it - RAW is London's original storytelling night, and a first of its kind night out.

NOTE: there's a lineup of 8 storytellers at each RAW, which are curated and selected before the event.  This is not an open mic.

RAW has been called  one of the best nights in London.  It's built a patchwork tribe of curious, creative, deeply human people who keep coming back - and keep bringing others.

The theme for October:  Truth OR Dare

WHAT'S HAPPENING ON THE NIGHT

Art

DJ Set

Live Music

Interactive Activation  🤫

Uncensored Storytelling - true stories by everyday people

All components and timings of RAW are subject to change. By booking tickets to RAW you agree to our  T&Cs

Keep an eye on our  Instagram  for more details  😏

ABOUT OUR TICKETING STRUCTURE: BUY WHAT YOU CAN AFFORD, NOT WHAT'S CHEAPEST

Think of it as your random act of kindness.

We run a pay-what-you-can structure, and we mean it. Higher-priced ticket sales are meant to allow the cheaper tiers to keep existing – thereby keeping RAW accessible for everyone.

The cost of a ticket doesn't nearly reflect the love, care and time that goes into each RAW production. Instead, the price reflects our belief that quality of life is a birthright – not a privilege.

So, pick the tier that's right for you, honestly. RAW is lovingly produced by a team of three women. It is entirely bootstrapped and your support really matters to keep this alive.

THE RAW ORIGIN STORY

RAW started decades ago among inner circles — an IYKYK vibe born from WDN founder Christine's insatiable curiosity and obsession with real, human stories. What began as sharing stories at lock-ins (Chris used to run bars), kitchen tables and street benches, has grown into a monthly night, ritual and community gathering at some of London's most interesting venues. Same spirit, bigger rooms.

Description supplied by the event organiser.

Line-up

R

RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music

View full profile →

Similar Events in London

View all →

More at The Old Queens Head

View all →

Frequently asked questions

RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music takes place on Thursday, 22 October 2026 at 20:00. The event runs until Friday, 23 October 2026.

RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music is held at The Old Queens Head in London (44 Essex Rd, London N1 8LN, UK).

Tickets for RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music range from £16.50 to £35. Live prices and availability are shown on Fatsoma.

RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music is performing at RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music.

Tickets for RAW: Uncensored Storytelling & Live Music can be booked via Fatsoma using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Staying overnight?

Hotels within walking distance of The Old Queens Head.

Searching near 44 Essex Rd, London N1 8LN, UK
Check-in: Thursday, 22 October 2026
Find hotels near this venuevia Booking.com →

Ad · Booking.com affiliate link

From

£16.50

Get Tickets