London’s iconic home of drag, cabaret, and queer performance since the 1860s.
One of London’s most iconic and historic LGBTQ+ entertainment venues. Built in the early 1860s, RVT is renowned for its drag, cabaret, club nights, and queer performance. It has a heritage role in London’s gay nightlife and has hosted legendary drag acts and community events.
• Grade II Listed in recognition of its architectural and cultural importance to LGBTQ+ history
• Home of Bar WOTEVER — weekly queer cabaret night (Tuesdays)
• Hosts Sunday Social, drag, live performance, themed nights
• Event space tied to charity fundraising — over £850,000 raised for LGBT & health organisations over time
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