RAW: Listening Night - Storytelling and Live Music

Described as 'one of the best nights in London', RAW listening nights blend culture, connection and cool in some of London’s hottest venues. Centred around uncensored storytelling by everyday people, paired with live music and art, September’s RAW on the theme of HEROES dives into the admirable and flawed world of heroism.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS MONTH

• DJ Set 🎧
• Live music 🥁
• Food pop - up 🍴
• Uncensored Storytelling 🎤
• Artists Market / Exhibition 🖼️
• Gin Tasting 🥃 [limited seats / applies to tickets booked via DMN)

...more to be announced soon

Note: all components and timings of RAW are subject to change

Keep an eye on our Instagram for more details 😏

AN EXPERIENCE CREATED BY HUMAN CONNECTION SPECIALISTS

Every RAW centres around uncensored storytelling by everyday people, paired with live music and art – curated around a chosen theme. Taking over a different slick venue every time, RAWs adapt to the space and can be intimate affairs of 100 people, to a microfestival of 400 people.

Why the theme? It filters the spectrum of human experience, bringing into focus our shared humanity.

RAWs are about as ‘London’ as it gets:

• Diverse – no two RAWs are ever the same, and the crowd is as patchwork as the city
• Dynamic – we plug into, and platform the many subcultures and tribes of London
• Plugged in – from members’ clubs to the hottest venues, RAWs give access to the best spots in town
• Entertaining – because why can’t the revolution be a bloody good time?
• Unapologetic – we want to make a difference and a dent

ABOUT THE 'HEROES' THEME

Far from looking for the same old hero-worship, we’re diving into the murky waters where capes and halos meet flaws and fumbles. Together, we’re flipping the on what it means to be a hero and diving into what it means to be human today. Where do we find inspiration? Moral guidance? Identity? And motivation to change? From the knight in tarnished armour to the Mundane Maverick, who have been the heroes and anti-heroes in our lives? Because let's face it, the world’s a mess, and our shiny, perfect heroes aren’t cutting it. It’s time to celebrate the real champions and the beautifully flawed who actually make a difference in our lives and our communities. Because sometimes, the line between hero and antihero is where the magic happens.

RAWs are nights that feed your soul, not drain your bank account. Think of it as an honesty system, with tickets ‘from free’, and further tiers of ‘Pay-what-you-can’. The highest priced tickets offset our free tickets, and make sure RAW is a vibrant event where everyone can find belonging, regardless of circumstances.

We ask that you select the ticket tier that’s within your means. Remember, releasing free tickets to RAWs is a form of revolution for us - not an indication of something thrown together. RAWs are highly curated and tailored to the host space. We are completely independent and boot-strapped to preserve the intention and integrity of the event. So every pound makes a difference.

THE RAW ORIGIN STORY

RAW started life among inner circles & word of mouth. An “if you know you know” sorta vibe, before going public. But the backstory of this unique event goes back even further, stemming from WDN founder, Christine's insatiable curiosity and search for relatable, human experiences.

Today, RAWs have come off the streets and away from kitchen tables – and take place monthly in some of the coolest venues across the city, building a patchwork tribe of good humans, doing good things.

What Does Not is a culture and experience agency, registered social enterprise, and member of Social Enterprise UK on a mission to create entertaining, safe spaces of connection and belonging. Help us turn our brand of purposeful entertainment into a movement by becoming a member and supporting the cause. Find out how you can become a WDN member here.

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• The event operates on a strict ticket pre-booking only. Tickets cannot be booked at the door. We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
• This is an 18+ event and IDs will be required for entry, so please make sure that you have booked the correct ticket.
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• The venue and WDN reserve the right to refuse admission and may on occasion have to conduct security searches to ensure the safety of the patrons.
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• The event listed on the purchased ticket is strictly for ticket holders who are over 18 years of age. WDN and the venue reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone without explanation.
• What Does Not RAW is a safe space that promotes freedom of expression. All stories are uncensored and are real life events, which we as curators do not have any input on. Speaker views and opinions do not necessarily represent those of What Does Not or its team.
• We do not advocate overconsumption or the abuse of alcohol. Drinking excessively will cause harm to your body and mind. Please drink mindfully.
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