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The Angry Russian on chavs and the Chap Olympiad
Friday, 23 Jul, 2010 – 12:38 | No Comment
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
Wednesday, 21 Jul, 2010 – 10:34 | No Comment
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.

Danger and glamour at the Wam Bam Club in Piccadilly Circus
Wednesday, 23 Jun, 2010 – 12:54 | One Comment
Danger and glamour at the Wam Bam Club in Piccadilly Circus

Burlesque classes and a fancy night out is what is expected at the Wam Bam Club, a spicy show at Café de Paris. Perfect for a sexy evening with the girls.

Controversal Irish comedian to laugh it up in Soho
Thursday, 20 May, 2010 – 8:30 | One Comment
Controversal Irish comedian to laugh it up in Soho

Soho Comedy Club will play host to controversial political comedian Abie Philbin Bowman on Friday night. He has performed in Pakistan and been denounced by right wing Unionist politicians in Northern Ireland – definitely worth the trip.

Boom Boom Club: A Turkish Delight at the Bathhouse
Tuesday, 27 Apr, 2010 – 16:14 | No Comment
Boom Boom Club: A Turkish Delight at the Bathhouse

At the First Pint, we were a little curious about burlesque shows. So we sent our correspondent, Sonia Shah, to sample some delights.

Angry Russian proudly presents: A festival of art, culture and vodka!
Monday, 19 Apr, 2010 – 16:32 | One Comment
Angry Russian proudly presents: A festival of art, culture and vodka!

Having read several Angry Russian rants, isn’t it about time you experience the culture he so loves dissecting (and ridiculing)? Wait no more. The Angry Russian has teamed up with several friends to create a festival of art, cinema, music, comedy and (of course) vodka, opening in London on 22 April.

Having a bloody laugh
Wednesday, 3 Mar, 2010 – 21:31 | One Comment
Having a bloody laugh

Britain’s uniquely baffling sense of humour leaves the world confused but amused and here’s a closer look at how and why.

A barrel of laughter
Saturday, 20 Feb, 2010 – 11:57 | No Comment
A barrel of laughter

Who says there is nothing to laugh about in these hard times? Check out this free comedy show in Central London.

Cheap laughs at the Fymfyg Bar
Thursday, 18 Feb, 2010 – 2:34 | No Comment
Cheap laughs at the Fymfyg Bar

Always on the lookout for new and wallet-friendly ways to enjoy London, The First Pint sent Michele Martinelli to check out Lee Hurst’s comedy club.

Sniff up culture, but do it cheap
Monday, 18 Jan, 2010 – 12:30 | One Comment
Sniff up culture, but do it cheap

In a cultural beacon such as London, you’re guaranteed to find great entertainment—here’s how to enjoy it on a student’s budget.