The RVT

372 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 5HY Full details & map

The RVT review

If you're seeking a very London gay experience, this is where to start. This pub-turned-legendary gay venue operates an anything-goes booking policy. Gloriously faded, a bit louche and with a colourful past (the gay Kray used to drink here, and Lily Savage got her start behind the bar), RVT just keeps surviving. The most famous fixture is Saturday's queer performance night Duckie with Amy Lamé hosting turns that range from strip cabaret to porn puppets; though recently the programme has expanded to include straight comedy events and variety nights. The aim is to please the crowd of regulars, who are reliably vocal in their feedback, and entice a broad range of newcomers.

Events at The RVT

S.L.A.G.S / Chillout

Sun Nov 8 Gay & Lesbian

Sunday institution with DJs Simon Le Vans, Andy Almighty and Sean Sirrs. Plus the DE Experience live on stage at 5pm.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Nov 9 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Nov 9 Gay & Lesbian FREE

Bingo night with Timberlina. DJs Hey Baylen and 50 Pence.

Bar Wotever

Tue Nov 10 Cabaret FREE

The queer performance club night welcomes the talented Michael Twaits, previewing material from his forthcoming full-length show, 'Icons'.

Comedy Bear Pit

Wed Nov 11 Comedy

A fun and off-the-wall mix of stand-up comedy, cabaret and daft skills that will have you rocking with laughter, a perfect mid-week brightener. Delicious host Cathy P and special guest present Juli...

Zoe Lyons: Miss Machismo

Thu Nov 12 Comedy

The utterly charming Lyons presents her show 'Miss Machismo', featuring talk of arming the elderly, cross dressing popes and gay penguins. This is a fun and frivolous way to spend an evening in the...

Zoe Lyons - Miss Machismo

Thu Nov 12 Gay & Lesbian

The charming comic prents her new show, covering everything from arming the elderly to gay penguins.

Kimono Krush Bloodthirty Massacre

Fri Nov 13 Gay & Lesbian

Art and fun, with a musical cocktail from Lazy Susan, The Sugarlow Boys, Al Dente and The Duchess of Pork.

Duckie

Sat Nov 14 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Mouse and Mark Walton.

Duckie

Sat Nov 14 Cabaret

Cabaret that's so out there, it's coming back again. Amy Lamé hosts this arty party playgroup for thirtysomething homos, their friends and fans, with resident DJs Readers Wifes handling the dancef...

S.L.A.G.S / Chillout

Sun Nov 15 Gay & Lesbian

Sunday institution with DJs Simon Le Vans, Andy Almighty and Sean Sirrs. Plus the DE Experience live on stage at 5pm.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Nov 16 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Nov 16 Gay & Lesbian FREE

Bingo night with Timberlina. DJs Hey Baylen and 50 Pence.

Splosh-A-Rama!

Fri Nov 20 Gay & Lesbian

Boogaloo Stu, Le Gateau Chocolat and Princess Knickers celebrate the pie-fight as an art form.

Duckie

Sat Nov 21 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Holestar and Michael Twaits.

Duckie

Sat Nov 21 Cabaret

Cabaret that's so out there, it's coming back again. Amy Lamé hosts this arty party playgroup for thirtysomething homos, their friends and fans, with resident DJs Readers Wifes handling the dancef...

S.L.A.G.S / Chillout

Sun Nov 22 Gay & Lesbian

Sunday institution with DJs Simon Le Vans, Andy Almighty and Sean Sirrs. Plus the DE Experience live on stage at 5pm.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Nov 23 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Nov 23 Gay & Lesbian FREE

Bingo night with Timberlina. DJs Hey Baylen and 50 Pence.

Anthem Old Skool Reunion

Fri Nov 27 Gay & Lesbian

Duckie

Sat Nov 28 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Earl Grey and Fancy Pants.

Duckie

Sat Nov 28 Cabaret

Cabaret that's so out there, it's coming back again. Amy Lamé hosts this arty party playgroup for thirtysomething homos, their friends and fans, with resident DJs Readers Wifes handling the dancef...

S.L.A.G.S / Chillout

Sun Nov 29 Gay & Lesbian

Sunday institution with DJs Simon Le Vans, Andy Almighty and Sean Sirrs. Plus the DE Experience live on stage at 5pm.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Nov 30 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Duckie

Sat Dec 5 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Peskimos and Jess Love.

Duckie

Sat Dec 5 Cabaret

Cabaret that's so out there, it's coming back again. Amy Lamé hosts this arty party playgroup for thirtysomething homos, their friends and fans, with resident DJs Readers Wifes handling the dancef...

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Dec 7 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Kimono Krush

Fri Dec 11 Gay & Lesbian

Art and fun, with a musical cocktail from the Sugarlow Boys, Lazy Susan, Al Dente and The Duchess of Pork. Plus tonight: offical after party for Vixens In The Woods.

Duckie

Sat Dec 12 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: The Best of Scottee.

Duckie

Sat Dec 12 Cabaret

Cabaret that's so out there, it's coming back again. Amy Lamé hosts this arty party playgroup for thirtysomething homos, their friends and fans, with resident DJs Readers Wifes handling the dancef...

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Dec 14 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Duckie

Sat Dec 19 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Bourgeois and Maurice.

Duckie

Sat Dec 19 Cabaret

Cabaret that's so out there, it's coming back again. Amy Lamé hosts this arty party playgroup for thirtysomething homos, their friends and fans, with resident DJs Readers Wifes handling the dancef...

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Dec 21 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Duckie

Sat Dec 26 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Boxing Night Bash. Performane TBC.

Bingo Pub Night

Mon Dec 28 Alternative Nightlife

What it says on the tin, people - a bingo night in a pub for only £1 a time. Hostess with the mostest (and some killer biceps) is Timberlina.

Duckie

Sat Jan 2 2010 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Tim Spooner and Nobelesse Oblige.

Duckie

Sat Jan 9 2010 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Pustra The Soothsayer.

Duckie

Sat Jan 16 2010 Gay & Lesbian

Post-gay vaudeville and post-punk pogoing with the best retro set in town from DJs The Readers Wifes. Plus tonight: Atomizer and Sally Marie.

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