Novel London Readings is a monthly open mic night for novelists held at Riverside Studios. This event is open to anyone with a novel – published, unpublished, or in progress – who wants to share their work with a live audience.

What to Expect

10-Minute Reading Slots: Each novelist gets up to 10 minutes to introduce themselves, provide background on their work, and read an excerpt from their novel.

Audience Feedback: The audience votes on the authors they’d like to hear more from, fostering an interactive and supportive atmosphere.

Relaxed Setting: Enjoy drinks from the bar (not included in the ticket price) while mingling with fellow writers and listeners.

How to Participate

Last-Minute Participation: Walk-ins are welcome! Arrive early to claim any available last-minute slots.

Come ready to share, listen, and connect with London’s vibrant literary community!

Upcoming Events

26 Apr - 24 May 2025

Ballroom Dance Classes

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26 Apr - 17 May 2025

Still Life Workshop

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27 Apr 2025

The Artist as Producer

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28 Apr - 26 May 2025

Riverscribes: Fiction and Memoir Writing with Dr Rachel Knightley

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29 Apr - 20 May 2025

Pilates with Athena

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30 Apr - 21 May 2025

Dancercise with Anna Wicks

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30 Apr - 28 May 2025

Riverscribes: Playwriting

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30 Apr - 21 May 2025

Musical Theatre

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01 - 29 May 2025

Not-For-Profit Yoga

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01 - 13 May 2025

Low Impact Dancercise

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02 - 16 May 2025

Line Dancing

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04 May 2025

Junior Riverscribes

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04 May 2025

Creative Collaboration: Running an Artistic Company

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05 May - 13 Jul 2025

Sound Bath: Total Relaxation

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07 - 21 May 2025

Riverscribes: Songwriting

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11 May 2025

Interactive Theatre NOW!

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13 - 27 May 2025

Riverscribes: Introduction to Screenwriting

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20 May 2025

Sculpting Workshop

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06 Jun 2025

OOTFest25: Workshop

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06 Jul 2025

Groundwork - Intro to Physical Theatre Workshop

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GET THE RIVERSIDE PASS

£100/year gets you: 6 free cinema tickets, 10% off all tickets at Riverside, 10% off our various bars & bakery, free popcorn every cinema visit, no booking fees, AND MUCH MORE

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