Archive for July, 2010

The Angry Russian on chavs and the Chap Olympiad

The Angry Russian on chavs and the Chap Olympiad

The Angry Russian attended the Chap Olympiad, an event that rekindled his past perception of England being a refined, elegant place. Check out his musings on how the real and imagined UK clash in his mind.

Avenue Q: Grade A puppetry

Avenue Q: Grade A puppetry

Michele Martinelli isn’t a fan of musicals but he was a little seduced by the puppets of Avenue Q.

Swiss wins Rhythm of London Busking Competition

Swiss wins Rhythm of London Busking Competition

Swiss-born Noémie Ducimetière beat all the local bands at the 2010 Rhythm of London Busking competition in the Shoreditch Festival by singing in French. She speaks exclusively to The First Pint about her win, her first experiences in London, and the music that inspires her.

The Angry Russian on his artistic Angry compatriots

The Angry Russian on his artistic Angry compatriots

The Angry Russian shares the exploits of his fellow Angry countrymen and women. These include painting gigantic penises and massive protest art installations. However, what happens when these types of protest come to Europe?

The 1-2-3-4 Festival – Shoreditch just got even better

The 1-2-3-4 Festival – Shoreditch just got even better

In Glastonbury withdrawal or in a state of envy of all your festival-going friends? Then follow advice of The First Pint’s music guru, Meredith Humphrey, and make sure you’re in Shoreditch for the 1-2-3-4 Festival.

Pride London Parade: Our Pictures

Pride London Parade: Our Pictures

A beautiful, wild and rainbow-coloured weekend has come to an end. Here are our pictures of the Gay Pride.

Canada Day in London

Canada Day in London

Celebrate Canada Day in London! With a raft of festivities going on in Trafalgar Square, you can’t go wrong.