The Troubadour Club
Since 1954, the famous Troubadour Club has been a hotbed of emerging talent and a leading light in excellent musicianship and live music. From its early incarnation as a folk venue, and counter-culture den of creativity, The Troubadour Club has remained at the forefront of interesting, original music and spoken word events with a great reputation for originality and atmosphere. Although now twice its original size, The Troubadour Club remains true to its roots as the private cellar beneath the café and is one of the most exciting small music venues in town.
We promote a varied music programme. Check the programme for what’s on but rest assured that any night at the Troubadour is characterised by great atmosphere and musicianship of distinction. We look for performers of real talent who write and perform their own material and can add their names to a roster of troubadours that includes Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, Elvis Costello and more recently Jamie T, Jack Penate, The Dead 60s, Paulo Nutini, Morcheeba…the list goes on an on.
Club opening hours
Sunday to Wednesday -
8pm till midnight
Thursdays to Saturday –
8pm till 2am
We promote a number of regular events in the Club. See below:-
Monday - Poetry (fortnightly)
See programme for more details
Monday night is Coffee-House Poetry. This Arts-Council-funded programme sees the presentation of the best in contemporary poetry from new and established writers - local, regional and international. There are special small-press and poetry magazine evenings, celebrations of "the great and the dead", seasonal "New-Voices/Epiphanies" events for up-and-coming writers and regular themed poetry parties all with interval music, poetry books and magazines on sale, and the latest buzz on poetry happenings throughout the capital and beyond.
Life, literature and the pursuit of happiness in the famous Troubadour basement. London's liveliest & best-loved poetry venue.
Readings are on alternative Mondays from 8 to 10 pm, tickets £5.50 concessions £4.50. Season tickets 30% off. Cheques payable to Coffee-House Poetry. . For information, advance booking, season ticket & mailing list enquiries contact Ann-Marie Fyfe on 020-8354 0660 or write to her at Coffee-House Poetry, PO Box 16210, LONDON, W4 1ZP or e-mail: CoffPoetry@aol.com
Tuesday - Curious Generation
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Curious Generation promote music nights all over Europe. Very much in keeping with the Troubadour’s artistic direction these nights are great for both solo artists and emerging bands. www.myspace.com/curiousgeneration
Wednesday - The Troubadour Sessions
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The Troubadour Sessions, every Wednesday, is the best place to check out the freshest sounds on the unsigned live music scene. Both full bands and acoustic singersongwriters take to the stage and perform their own material.
'The Troubadour Sessions are without doubt the best of the short set genre. The music is diverse and completely digestable whatever your music taste. The sound is warm and suprisingly loud without being overbearing. Music is the priority and there are regular visitors who will come and see you again. Try and get a gig here and bring your fans with you, they will LOVE IT!' Steve Thompson(musician and regular Troubadour performer)
To be considered for a performance, please send your myspace or website links to fionag@troubadour.co.uk info to Fiona Green, The Troubadour, 265 Old Brompton Road, London SW5 9JA. Before doing so, please read 'Performing at The Troubadour' below.
Thursday - Featured Artists
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Three great acts, acoustic and full band, take to the stage.
Friday -
Fridays are party nights at the Troubadour. We work with different promoters who programme great new bands and DJs that'll keep you dancing till 2am. Check the programme for details.
Please note anyone under the age of 21 will not be admitted to the club on Fridays. Photo ID is required.
Doors open 8pm.
Saturday - Bands and/or DJs
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Please note, Saturdays are frequently hired out for private events, so if you don’t see anything listed on the website that is the reason.
Performing at the Troubadour
If you’re a musician interested in playing the Troubadour, please read the following link Information on applying for a gig and what we look for and then send your website link to fionag@troubadour.co.uk and include a current phone number, biog and any other relevant information. If you don’t have a website, you can send your CD to:- Fiona Green, The Troubadour, 265 Old Brompton Road, London SW5 9JA
Hire the Club for a Private Party?
If you’re considering throwing a party, and hosting a night your friends will talk about for years to come, the club (with a capacity of up to 120 guests) is the perfect party venue. You can bring your own live band or DJ or we can provide both for you. Our chef, Graeme Cutts,will ensure the food is delicious and our attention to detail combined with our professional and flexible approach will ensure a great event for you and your guests.
We regret to inform you that we do not book birthday parties under the age of 21.
Information on hiring The Club
Industry Showcases
The club is also available to hire for music showcases, and we offer special afternoon industry rates. Our equipment is top notch for a venue of this size and our highly experienced engineers will ensure the sound quality is excellent. Gigs and showcases can also be recorded on request. Download our technical specification Please contact fionag@troubadour.co.uk for more info or call her on 020 7341 6321.
