Christine Bovill: Piaf Revisited | 12th July, 2pm & 7pm

This is not a tribute show! Christine Bovill established her reputation as “one of Europe’s finest interpreters of French song” with her smash-hit Piaf.

With a fresh take on this self-penned work, she now returns with Piaf Revisited, looking back on her remarkable journey, at the heart of the story is a young Glasgow girl, reluctant in school French until she heard NO REGRETS. Her journey is interwoven with Edith Piaf‘s life and those incredible songs.

An award-winning songwriter in her own right, Bovill has toured throughout Europe and the Far East with her self-penned homage to the Little Sparrow, appearing on BBC Newsnight and on BBC Radio 4’s series, Soul Music. Her own compositions have appeared in film and TV. During her Edinburgh Fringe sell-out run at the Famous Speigeltent, she shared the stage with Charles Dumont, great friend of Piaf and, most famously, composer of Non, Je ne Regrette Rien. Validation for her work didn’t come much higher. Becoming ‘the stuff of Fringe legend’ (from `Broadway Baby`), Piaf Revisited stirs in the eternal Parisian tangle of passion and pain. ...

The Coalminers | 11th July, 9.15pm

With their dedication to what they like to refer to as “Swamp Soul” this brilliant 7 piece band bring the rhythm and soul of New Orleans alive, playing songs ranging from Professor Longhair to Allen Toussaint, Mardi gras parade anthems to Fats Domino Rock & Roll classics and the swampy funk of The Meters and Dr John. They take their name from the Toussaint/Dorsey song ‘Working In A Coalmine’

The band features the brilliant singer Tommy Hare who has been burning a bright trail in the UK blues scene over the last few years. Sumudu has worked with the likes of Rod Stewart, Jamie Cullum, and most recently the iconic singer/songwriter Van Morrison has put her at the forefront of the UK female vocal scene. ...

A Swinging Night In with Ruby Robinson | 10th July 9.15pm

A rising talent in the UK jazz scene, Ruby Robinson returns back to the stage at the Crazy Coqs for a swinging summer’s night of timeless tunes and golden-era glamour.

Known for her rich, warm tone and captivating stage presence, Ruby brings fresh charm and vintage finesse to the Great American Songbook, drawing inspiration from iconic divas of Jazz. Her unique interpretations breathe new life into the beloved classics, transporting audiences back in time.

Ruby has performed on stages across the UK and internationally, with appearances at top London venues including Upstairs at Ronnie Scott’s, Café de Paris, and The Pheasantry Pizza Express, as well as Swing 46 Jazz Club in New York City.

Don’t miss this exciting yet intimate evening of swing with one of the UK’s most exciting jazz vocalists! ...

AYRA | 10th July, 7pm

AYRA is a powerhouse of deep, soulful music that amplifies and expresses what it is to be a woman in the 21st Century. The blend of influences and Juliet’s expressive voice combine to create an unforgettable experience for audiences who value quality and honesty as well as moving to the slickest, funkiest grooves in the business.

Pianist-composer, Janette Mason, and singer-songwriter, Juliet Roberts, are two musical warriors, both rich with the accumulated experience of long and successful careers spanning across the genres of pop, jazz, dance and soul. When Janette first started working with Juliet, she immediately saw the potential for a deep and fruitful collaboration, and the pair soon started meeting and writing regularly together. ...

Hersh Dagmarr with Karen Newby on Piano: Indefinite Leave To Remain – The Songs of The Pet Shop Boys | 8th July, 9.15pm

Join the immortal and immoral Hersh Dagmarr as he deconstructs the songs of The Pet Shop Boys and transports them to the Weimar era with his pianist and arranger extraordinaire Karen Newby.

Hersh Dagmarr is a London-based Queer singer/songwriter and visual artist. His visceral inspiration from the grand Weimar Berlin era mixed with his own experience as a club kid from the noughties and the 2010s evolved into a unique blend of jazz, dance and electronic avant-pop with elements of cabaret mixed in.

“My interest in music is quite polar. It’s equally coming from a faraway past and a rather distant future. Like some kind of haunting past life.” ...

Vivian Panka: What’s Next | 7th July 7pm

Join Heathers and Dear Evan Hansen star Vivian Panka and friends for an intimate evening of music and reflection as she explores life’s next steps—both on and off the stage.

Through a thoughtfully curated set of songs and personal stories, she shares the excitement and uncertainty of navigating career, ambition, and self-discovery. Featuring a mix of musical theatre favourites and meaningful selections, this concert is an honest, heartfelt look at what it means to grow and evolve.

Whether you’re figuring out your own path or simply love a night of great music, Vivian Panka: What’s Next? offers a warm, engaging experience that invites you to reflect, dream, and enjoy. ...

One Night With Marilyn | 6th July, 5pm

A laugh out loud, immersive, comedic heartfelt tribute to Hollywood’s most iconic blond Bombshell. The show takes the audience on a journey through the life of the silver screens brightest star. What dose it mean to be a sex symbol, is she looking for a husband and what really happened with the president?

Honest, funny and captivating. One night with Marilyn is everything you want from a close up experience in an evening with the star. Sing the songs, share a drink , and experience Marilyn. ...

Arthur Lea Bootleg Trio | 27th June, 9.15pm

Arthur Lea makes a rare return from California! To reunite with trio members Pat Levett (drums/harmonica) and Christopher Barrett (tuba/FX)…

Professorial piano rolls, second line street beats, subterranean sirens, sparkling harps. Bootleg Trio are dreamers and screamers. Original heartwarming hooks, epic explorations, lullabies of love and protest.

Lea sings and plays with soul, whether it’s old RnB, fresh originals, or a classic ballad. A Royal Academy of Music pianist with decades of London gigs and international tours, he has performed everywhere from Ronnie Scott’s to the Olympic Stadium.

Pat Levett has played for Tom Jones, Paloma Faith, Tim Minchin, and more. Christopher Barrett’s many credits include London Philharmonic, Sons of Kemet, and David Gray. ...

Michael Twaits: Theatrically Inclined | 26th June, 9.15pm

Michael Twaits, makes his debut at The Crazy Coqs. Joined by his long term collaborator, the busiest fingers in the West End, Sarah Rose on the keys – expect improvisation, a few of his greatest hits and plenty of camp.

After hosting of Pride In London for the past decade, Michael is relaxing into an intimate Pride season at Crazy Coqs sharing songs, stories and silliness from the past fifteen years in heels.

Michael is a West End resident with his Saturday Supershow playing twice a night at the Phoenix Arts Club for the past seven years. He is a cabaret host, actor and writer. His debut book, The Art of Drag – a Practical Performers Handbook, will be published in July. ...

Paperface: The Man Who Couldn’t Sing | 26th June, 7pm

An evening of beautiful and darkly funny songs, tinged with irony and rich in observation. Singer songwriter and BBC6 Music favourite, Paperface, along with band members Aymeric Ardimani, Medi Parisot, and Daniel Marsala, perform a special show to launch his new album, “The Man Who Couldn’t Sing”.

Paperface, is known for lyrics that amuse and inspire in equal measure: a career spent writing songs and composing scores for film and television have informed his wide ranging pallet, but it is the classic approach to the storytelling of the 60’s and 70’s that perhaps best underscores his thoughts.

He is a romantic trapped in a swirl of adulthood, and his words cuts through like the beam of light that used to emanate from the converted lighthouse where he now records – weather permitting, of course… ...