We’re weeks into it now, and the UK like the rest of the world is still in the grips of the coronavirus lockdown.
Things are tough out there, but there’s a silver lining – the UK’s cultural output has moved online, and millions of us have been tuning in for theatre shows, live comedy and art exhibitions from our sofas.
Nightlife, too, has been making its way into people’s homes through virtual club nights, and people are finding ways of enjoying live music during testing times.
These are our top picks of the things to get up to online today – make sure to check out our main guide for things to keep yourself occupied with at home, too.
Join Coupette for a virtual drink with leaders of the bar industry
Missing London’s bars and pubs? Us too. Thankfully, Bethnal Green's Coupette is launching a series of virtual Q&As with some of the biggest names in the industry, helping us learn more about mixing the perfect cocktail during lockdown. Bar Manager Andrei Marcu joins drink experts from 5pm every day until Friday, with leading bartender and former president of the UK Bartenders' Guild Salvatore Calabrese taking part today.
Join Russell Kane for CALM’s comedy lockdown
Some of the biggest names in UK comedy are taking part in a special series of charity shows in support of CALM this week. Russell Kane, Paul Chowdhry and Seann Walsh will be taking part in the virtual gigs from 3pm every day, starting with Kane this afternoon. Tune in and donate.
Tune in for a virtual houseparty with Metronomy’s Joe Mount
One of the most interesting names in British pop, Joe Mount, has been treating fans to a series of live gigs and virtual houseparties via Instagram over the past few weeks. Tonight, the Metronomy frontman will be introducing a live performance from singer songwriter Laura Groves from 7pm. Looking for more live music? Christine and the Queens has been prolific during the lockdown, posting performances on Instagram, too.
