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Some Dark Café Live Show

Some Dark Café Live ShowMusic & Live
18DEC
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Date
Friday 18 December 2026
At 19:30 – 22:30
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Location
The Water Rats, 328 Grays Inn Road, London, WC1X 8BZ
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Price
£22
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A live in-person edition of Some Dark Café, celebrating the spirit of the lockdown livestream series with an end-of-year gathering. This intimate performance takes place at The Water Rats, a celebrated London venue known for hosting live music.

The Water Rats, 328 Grays Inn Road, London, WC1X 8BZ

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