The Candlelight Club
Greater London
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Greater London
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The Candlelight Club is a pop-up 1920s speakeasy themed party. We put on public events every three or four weeks, hiring venue spaces in central London for each party, and we can also put on private versions too. We usually have a live jazz band, plus vintage DJs and cabaret—we have a wide roster of variety acts, dance troupes, circus performers, as well as photographers and photos booths, fortune tellers, vintage hair and make-up stylists and much more.
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3 customer reviews
David Boyd
Really great night... was a surprise from my girl friend for my birthday. Amazing band, food and cocktails were 10/10.
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Peter S.
The Candlelight Club is one of the better Jazz Age-themed events in London at the moment.I think its two biggest strengths are the music and the high 1920s costume count. Practically everyone makes an effort with their outfit, some spectacularly so. The music is really good too: authentic, but also perfect for strutting some Charleston moves to. Together, the two combine to create a very escapist atmosphere. Other pluses are the reasonable ticket price (£15) and of course the cosy, candlelit feel.It's not without its weaknesses though. Food options are minimal: no 1920s fare here - try decidedly 21st century doughnuts, hamburgers and hot dogs served on the chilly patio outside instead.There's also very little structure to the evening. All the Candlelight Club really is is a candlelit room with a load of chairs and tables, waiters selling booze, a couple of hours of live music from a swing band and occasionally, encouragement from the host to 'buy some alcohol'. Contrast this with the Jive Party at the Rivoli Ballroom, where, for the same price (less, even) you get a dance lesson, the chance to meet large numbers of the people there, the same kind and amount of live music (and then 2 hours of recorded music afterwards) and endless dancing to get stuck into or simply admire (on the other hand, the 1920s costume count at the Rivoli is much lower than at the Candlelight Club)Still, I had fun. There's something very infectious about 1920s Charleston and the crowd there that prevents you from having a bad time. So I'll probably be returning.. once I have a few more Charleston moves under my belt. More...
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Samir S.
A secret but really not so secret pop up bar that says it's a random location but seems to always be in Angel. This is truly a gem, take a whitewashed warehouse, light it entirely with candles, add people in 20s gear and a pop up bar with absinth cocktails and garnish with a live band. To add to it all theres even food at the venue. I do love going to this place, its never too packed, people have really made an effort and they are all just lovely. Frankly, I've not seen anywhere like this in London but will return. Again and again. My words for this place are pretty poor but I have pictures! People are dressed in feathers and flowers , suits and flappers and best of all everyone is just smiling.Tips for the place: arrive there at 7.30 to get a table or pay a premium for the privilege; remember things end at around 12.30 and you have to pre-buy a ticket from the site for £15. More...
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What do you love most about your job?
I have always loved throwing parties, and I've always loved the style and culture of the 1920s and 1930s, so this is a perfect way to combine the two. I've been involved with live music for a long time, both as a player and producer and I usually run the live sound at our parties myself. It's a great opportunity to work with talented musicians and cabaret performers, giving them a platform and a receptive audience. I also have an interest in cocktail history, photography, and many other elements that come together when putting on our events. Plus—nothing is more gratifying than having guests come up to you at the end of the evening to say what a wonderful time they have had.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Having recently been made redundant from my previous career as a magazine editor, I was approached by the original co-founder of the Candlelight Club with the idea for it. (He happened to walk past the venue where I was throwing a vintage-themed party and he got curious about who was behind it.) Our club nights took off rapidly and I've been doing it ever since.
Why should our clients choose you?
Because we can offer a unique experience. Company event managers often seek us out wanting something different from the usual corporate hospitality. The 1920s is a period that most people have a picture of in their heads, so as a theme it catches the imagination and helps bond the party-goers together. Our parties allow guests to get involved as much or as little as they like: you can get up and dance to the band (and we can also offer dance instructors or performers who will teach the audience a few basic Charleston moves) or just sit and let it wash over you.
Event organisation
Planning and running parties, mostly with vintage themes, including food and drink and a range of entertainment.
