Folk Uncovered: Online Library Course—Exploring English Folk Dance
2026-03-26 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-04-02 19:30 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | ONLINE
With Mike Heaney and Chloe Middleton-Metcalfe

If the question “what actually is folk dance?” stokes your fire, sign up now for our new online folk dance library course, led by Mike Heaney and Chloe Middleton-Metcalfe.
It presents a unique opportunity to delve into the history and development of folk dance in an English context and to debate and discuss key issues.The seven evening sessions are led by two experts in the field of folk dance. Mike is the premier researcher of the morris dance, while Chloe completed her PhD on the development of barn dances and ceilidhs.
What will I learn?
Topics covered include the full spectrum of English ‘folk’ dance: morris, ceilidh, molly, rapper, barn-dance, maypole, longsword and more.
The sessions will be jam-packed with interesting historical snippets alongside consideration of current practices and perspectives.
Whether you have just tried on your first ceilidh trainers or your fifth morris top hat, this course will have something in it for you!
When and where is the course?
These online sessions take place Thursdays at 7.30pm (BST):
19 February
26 February
5 March
12 March
19 March
26 March
2 April
The sessions will take place on Zoom, and be recorded and available to watch for any bookers unable to attend a session live. Details and links to join the sessions will be sent to all those registered in due course.
*Concession price available for people in full-time education, in receipt of Job Seeker’s Allowance; in receipt of Income-Based Benefit (such as Income Support, Housing or Council Tax Benefit, Working Tax Credit, Pension Credit)

Maz O'Connor
2026-03-26 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We’re delighted to welcome Maz O’Connor to the Live to your Living Room stage as part of our spring programme of music.
Maz will be sharing songs from her upcoming album Love It Is a Killing Thing, as well as stunning music from over a decade in the folk world.
What to expect: Maz O’Connor doesn’t sing songs—she tells stories.
Expect beautiful music inspired by literature, folklore and mythology, combined with hauntingly emotive vocals and modern, experimental influences.
About the artist
Hailing from Cumbria, Maz O’Connor grew up singing folk songs in local venues. She won a BBC Performing Arts Fund Fellowship in 2014 (once won by Adele) and later that year was nominated for a BBC Folk Award for her first album, This Willowed Light.
Since then Maz has released three further albums, toured the world, and has written the folk musical, The Wife of Michael Cleary – the true story of Bridget Cleary, an Irish dressmaker who was murdered because her family believed she was a fairy changeling.
A highly individual singer-songwriter – The Observer
All of our events are available to watch back for 72 hours. A link will be sent automatically to all ticket holders after the event has taken place and the recording has been uploaded.
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Symmetry ECD Tuesdays
2026-03-31 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-21 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-28 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-19 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) and 7 more dates
Symmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! In addition to weekly Sunday dances with caller Sharon Spangler, Symmetry’s Tuesday dances feature a variety of callers, a mix of faces from the U.K. and the U.S. The dances are slightly adapted for online presentation. Symmetry enjoys live music at least twice a month from the versatile U.K. duo Vicki Swan and Jonny Dyer. More info and the link to join the dances are available on the Symmetry ECD website.

Symmetry ECD First Thursday Dance
2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-05-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-06-04 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-07-02 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
Symmetry began with a group of friends offering online ECD during the pandemic, and we see no reason to stop now! In addition to weekly Sunday dances with caller Sharon Spangler, and Tuesday dances with a variety of U.K. and U.S. callers, Symmetry also offers a monthly evening dance on the first Thursday. Current caller is Dan Gillespie from the D.C. area, but other guest callers are possible. Dances are slightly adapted for online presentation. More info and the link to join the dances are available on the Symmetry ECD website.

O'Hooley & Tidow
2026-04-04 20:00 - 22:30 (Europe/London)
This hybrid gig is being livestreamed in partnership with our friends at The Arches in Halifax. Tickets to watch it in person at The Arches are available here.
We’re delighted to welcome O’Hooley & Tidow for a very special one-off performance, fresh from their victory in the World Cup of Christmas Folk.
Heidi Tidow took a sabbatical from the duo to continue her studies in autism, but is returning to play with Belinda O’Hooley to celebrate the birthday of Anne Lister, known as ‘the first modern lesbian.’
Fun fact: O’Hooley & Tidow’s song “Gentleman Jack” plays over the end credits of the Gentleman Jack TV series; the historical drama inspired by Anne Lister.
What to expect: Authentic, vulnerable, intimate music, with an unconventional Northern edge.
Expect poignant lyrics, beautiful vocal harmonies, and exceptional piano playing.
About the artists
O’Hooley & Tidow is a contemporary folk duo consisting of Belinda O’Hooley and Heidi Tidow.
Based in Yorkshire, the pair started performing together in 2009. Their albums have featured Jackie Oates, Andy Cutting, and Anna Esslemont and Cormac Byrne from Uiscedwr.
O’Hooley & Tidow have also performed as part of Coven, alongside Grace Petrie and Lady Maisery.
Boundless songwriting and exquisite songwriting that truly shines – The Guardian
All of our events are available to watch back for 72 hours. A link will be sent automatically to all ticket holders after the event has taken place and the recording has been uploaded.
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Contra Callers’ Corner
2026-04-08 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-13 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-10 20:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Contra Callers’ Corner is a series of free monthly Zoom calls for contra callers of all levels. It’s a place to ask questions, network, and address hot topics from your local dance community in a safe space. Hosted by Seth Tepfer and a different featured guest each month, the sessions are free and open to everyone (registration required).

Laura Wilkie & Ian Carr
2026-04-11 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We love a good collaboration at Live to your Living Room, and we’re delighted to announce that Laura Wilkie and Ian Carr will be taking to the stage for us in April.
Celebrating Laura’s debut album Vent, this creative and energising show is the perfect gig to bring you into the spring.
What to expect: Both Laura and Ian are versatile, passionate, and eclectic performers, making this show an exciting must-see if you’re a fan of Celtic folk.
As well as showcasing Vent, expect some traditional folk tunes as well as a lively mix of songs from Laura and Ian’s respective back catalogues.
About the artists
Laura Wilkie is a fiddle player hailing from Tain in the Highlands of Scotland. She is a solo artist and a founding member of Celtic jazz band Fat-Suit.
Laura released her solo debut album Vent in 2024, a collection of waulking songs, work songs sung for centuries by women in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
Vent screams confidence from start to finish. There are surprises and delights throughout its nine tracks that will demand many listens, each bringing something new – KLOF magazine
Ian Carr is a guitarist and record producer, playing guitar on Vent.
As well as being a solo artist and talented multi-instrumentalist, Ian has played alongside folk luminaries including Kate Rusby, Roy Bailey, Chris Wood, and Andy Cutting.
The most innovative… and sympathetic guitarist that Britain has produced in years, in any genre – fRoots
All of our events are available to watch back for 72 hours. A link will be sent automatically to all ticket holders after the event has taken place and the recording has been uploaded.
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Banter
2026-04-16 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
We’re delighted to welcome ‘the world’s smallest big band,’ Banter, to the Live to your Living Room stage this April.
Fresh from their performance at Warwick Folk festival last year, Banter plays hearty music you can nod your head and tap your feet to!
What to expect: Lively music from a band that puts their heart and soul into every single tune they play – folk music with fireworks!
Enjoy vibrant renditions of folk classics, stunning original songs, and a few ‘folked up’ versions of classic pop favourites!
About the artist
Banter is a UK quartet consisting of Simon Care (melodeon and concertina), Nina Zella (keyboards and vocals), Tim Walker (drums, percussion, brass, guitar, bass, and vocals), and Mark Jolley (bass, fiddle, guitar, and vocals).
Founded in 2015, Banter are well-known and loved for their powerful, high-energy performances and are in popular demand on the UK and European festival circuit.
Funky brass, unexpected jazz chords, thought-provoking songs – Jude Abbott
All of our events are available to watch back for 72 hours. A link will be sent automatically to all ticket holders after the event has taken place and the recording has been uploaded.
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Ranagri
2026-04-24 20:00 - 22:00 (Europe/London)
This hybrid gig is being livestreamed in partnership with our friends at The Met in Bury. Tickets to watch it in person at The Met are available here.
We’re pleased to welcome critically-acclaimed folk quartet Ranagri to the Live to your Living Room stage as part of our 2026 programme of events.
Well-loved on the festival scene, as well as drawing huge crowds across the UK and Europe, come and see why Ranagri is such a stand-out act!
What to expect: Ranagri plays with such unbridled passion—whether you’re watching at a festival or at home, you’ll be up and dancing in no time at all!
As well as exceptional musicianship, Ranagri specialises in thought-provoking lyrics, skilfully delving into current world topics and deftly playing with politics.
About the artists
An award-winning Anglo-Irish folk band, Ranagri consists of Dónal Rogers, Eliza Marshall, Eleanor Dunsdon, and Jordan Murray.
Highly skilled in unique and mesmerising instrumentation including the bouzouki, bodhrán, and hammered dulcimer, Ranagri has been captivating audiences around the world with its live performances for over a decade.
Echoes of Pentangle, Jethro Tull, and new Celtic folk sounds cemented by strong contemporary songwriting—RTÉ
They’re a really serious proposition live—Mark Radcliffe
About the Gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.

Good Habits
2026-04-30 20:00 - 22:30 (Europe/London)
Liven up your spring with a feisty dose of indie-folk in the shape of Good Habits!
Vibrant, optimistic and specialising in super-charged live shows, we’re delighted to welcome this trio to the Live to your Living Room stage.
What to expect: Blending together the very best of folk and indie, with a little bit of jazz and rock, Good Habits will have you tapping your feet and bopping your head along!
Enjoy beautiful vocals combined with energetic storytelling, and exceptional musicianship.
About the artists
Good Habits consists of Bonnie Schwarz (vocals, cello), Pete Shaw (accordion, synth), and Jenny Walinetski (drums).
Stranded together in New Zealand during the pandemic, Bonnie and Pete decided to make the most of things and form a band built on adventure, creativity, and connection. Five years later, Good Habits have toured the world and enjoyed a top 40 hit in the UK Folk charts.
Musicianship at its 21st century best – Tom Robinson
All of our events are available to watch back for 72 hours. A link will be sent automatically to all ticket holders after the event has taken place and the recording has been uploaded.
About the gig
This event will be held live on Zoom, with a remote sound engineer for high-quality sound. Our gigs allow interaction between artists and audiences, so the artist can hear you applaud and you can even have the chance to ask them any burning questions.
Tickets are £18, with the option to pay a bit less (£12) or a bit more (£30) depending on what is affordable for you. You only need one ticket per household.
