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  • HerOrangeCoat (ALT-FOLK)
    HerOrangeCoat (ALT-FOLK)
    2 days to the event
    22 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    22 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    We are delighted to welcome back the wonderful HerOrangeCoat for an evening of intimate alt-folk songs.
  • Underwater presents #6: Lasus & a nightingale (50 tickets only)
    Underwater presents #6: Lasus & a nightingale (50 tickets only)
    3 days to the event
    23 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    23 May 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    A intimate live music series in South East London. Underwater presents hidden sounds shaped by texture, memory, and space. Music that listens as much as it plays.
  • BARK: Crystal / My Liberal Pony / Platonica Erotica (Studio 1)
    BARK: Crystal / My Liberal Pony / Platonica Erotica (Studio 1)
    9 days to the event
    29 May 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    29 May 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    A thrilling evening of electronica and alt-pop at Music Room, New Cross. We welcome Crystal from Tokyo for their first London show.
  • LUKE PURBRICK OCTET (JAZZ / EXPERIMENTAL)
    LUKE PURBRICK OCTET (JAZZ / EXPERIMENTAL)
    11 days to the event
    31 May 2026, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    31 May 2026, 18:00 – 20:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    The Luke Purbrick Octet is an eclectic ensemble that blends a range of personalities to offer a fresh perspective on Luke's music.
  • NICHE KARAOKE PRESENTS: ROYAL BLOOD KARAOKE
    NICHE KARAOKE PRESENTS: ROYAL BLOOD KARAOKE
    16 days to the event
    05 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    05 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    If you love Royal Blood and want to sing along in a room full of people who also love their music - COME TO ROYAL BLOOD KARAOKE!
  • Andy Smythe & Barry Ewing (Folk)
    Andy Smythe & Barry Ewing (Folk)
    23 days to the event
    12 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    12 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    For the evening’s entertainment, they will perform separately but also will unite for some duets! Not to be missed, two stunning voices and very unique performers!
  • BARK: Robi Mitch / Jeremy Tuplin / Bea King
    BARK: Robi Mitch / Jeremy Tuplin / Bea King
    24 days to the event
    13 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    13 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    A stellar lineup of alt-pop and folk. Join us for Robi Mitch, from Cornwall, and Jeremy Tuplin and Bea King, who both reside in London.
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    25 days to the event
    14 Jun 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    14 Jun 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: ENGLAND vs CROATIA
    FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: ENGLAND vs CROATIA
    28 days to the event
    17 Jun 2026, 21:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    17 Jun 2026, 21:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Come and help us roar on England's Three Lions at their opening game of the FIFA World Cup 2026, showing live here at The Old Library Bar!
  • NICHE KARAOKE: LEMON TWIGS KARAOKE
    NICHE KARAOKE: LEMON TWIGS KARAOKE
    30 days to the event
    19 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    19 Jun 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    If you love THE LEMON TWIGS and want to sing along in a room full of people who also love their music - COME TO THE LEMON TWIGS KARAOKE!
  • PRETTY TREES (SOUL / AMERICANA)
    PRETTY TREES (SOUL / AMERICANA)
    30 days to the event
    19 Jun 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    19 Jun 2026, 20:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    PrettyTrees are a collective of nicely seasoned South London musicians. They released an album last year that was five years in the making, and have been going down a storm live since then.
  • BARK PRESENTS: ApplesandApples / Carsick Charlie / Gumf (Studio 1)
    BARK PRESENTS: ApplesandApples / Carsick Charlie / Gumf (Studio 1)
    31 days to the event
    20 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    20 Jun 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    BARK continues to bring the most exciting up and coming alternative artists and bands to The Old Library at Music Room London.
  • SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    SUNDAY JAZZ @ THE OLD LIBRARY - TIM RICHARDS TRIO - FREE ENTRY
    Multiple Dates
    32 days to the event
    21 Jun 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    21 Jun 2026, 17:00 – 19:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    One of our most popular jazz offerings, pianist Tim Richards brings his fantastic trio to the Old Library Bar. Open from 1pm, live jazz @ 5PM. Tim Richards – piano Alex Keen – double bass Daniel Howard – drums
  • FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: ENGLAND vs GHANA
    FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: ENGLAND vs GHANA
    34 days to the event
    23 Jun 2026, 21:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    23 Jun 2026, 21:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Come and help us roar on England's Three Lions at their second group stage game of the FIFA World Cup 2026, showing live here at The Old Library Bar!
  • FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: ENGLAND vs PANAMA
    FIFA WORLD CUP 2026: ENGLAND vs PANAMA
    38 days to the event
    27 Jun 2026, 22:00 – 23:50
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    27 Jun 2026, 22:00 – 23:50
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Come and help us roar on England's Three Lions at their final group stage game of the FIFA World Cup 2026, showing live here at The Old Library Bar!
  • NICHE PRESENTS: QUEER HEARTBREAK KARAOKE
    NICHE PRESENTS: QUEER HEARTBREAK KARAOKE
    44 days to the event
    03 Jul 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    03 Jul 2026, 19:00 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    COME CRY WITH US! This is a karaoke night dedicated to heartbroken queers and the music we cry to in the shower.
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    53 days to the event
    12 Jul 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    12 Jul 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • BARK: LINE-UP TBC
    BARK: LINE-UP TBC
    59 days to the event
    18 Jul 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    18 Jul 2026, 19:30 – 23:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    BARK continues to bring the most exciting up and coming alternative artists and bands to The Old Library at Music Room London.
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    81 days to the event
    09 Aug 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    09 Aug 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.
  • PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    PHIL'S QUIZZY QUIZ! SUNDAY PUB QUIZ W/ PHIL NICE @ THE OLD LIBRARY BAR
    Multiple Dates
    109 days to the event
    06 Sept 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    06 Sept 2026, 18:30 – 21:00
    The Old Library, 116-118 New Cross Rd, London SE14 5BA, UK
    Phil Nice has been a Master of 'Quiz' for several decades, so if you want a Quiz with interesting questions, answers, chocolates and a little fun and nonsense, look no further.

THE OLD LIBRARY

BAR & VENUE

Music Room Live is a brand new venture in New Cross Gate, based at The Old Library Bar & Venue, 116-118 New Cross Road, SE14.

 

In our unique character bar and performance area, we will be shortly hosting socially distanced performances from a wide range of artists and musicians. We have various different performance areas on site and also will be live streaming events and gigs. We aim to enhance the incredible diversity and energy of New Cross Gate, promoting a diverse mix of artists.

 

Our venue has been lovingly restored to provide an amazing environment for performers and audiences alike. We have a new bar area serving local beers, ales and wine, with safety being a priority. We want everyone in the local community and beyond to be part of our celebration of arts and creativity.

WHAT'S ON

PAST EVENTS @ THE OLD LIBRARY

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