Frequently Asked Questions

What is Overtures?

London's original showtune singalong piano bar! Gather around the piano, have a few drinks, and sing your heart out to all the hits from stage and screen in harmony with like-minded musical lovers.

Where are you located?

In the heart of London's West End!

Address: Upstairs at Louche, 5 Greek Street, London, W1D 4DD.

Nearest tube: Tottenham Court Road (Central, Northern, Elizabeth) - 3-minute walk

Please be aware that the venue is 18+, requires a valid photo ID which will be scanned at the door, and may check bags at the door. Access to the venue is via stairs, and access to the toilets is via an additional staircase. Each staircase has 18-19 steps and a handrail on the right side.

When are you open?

Our regular singalongs are Friday and Saturday from 8:00pm to 2:00am.

On Fridays, we also run Overtures Ensemble - our casual, boozy showtune choir - from 6:00-7:30pm.

We do sometimes close or change our hours to accommodate other events hosted by the venue, and we also host pop-up events! We recommend joining our mailing list for announcements, checking our social media, or keeping an eye on our calendar.

Do I need to book in advance?

Only for Ensemble or other ticketed events. Our regular Friday and Saturday singalongs are non-ticketed - you can just turn up!

Please be aware that we operate a door charge for non-members:

8:00-9:00pm: Free entry

9:00pm-2:00am: £7

You can become a member for £12.50 per month for free entry to all regular singalongs and many pop-up events - or for £15 per month/ £150 per year to include Ensemble.

For group bookings or special events, you are welcome to book a space if you'd like to by contacting us at info@overtures.london. Please note that due to our agreement with Louche Soho, we are unable to take bookings more than 4 weeks in advance.

Can I bring my suitcase or musical instrument?

We have a limited amount of storage space, so try to leave large items at home. But if you’re traveling with a suitcase or coming straight from a gig with your instrument, we can hold it in the office for you while you sing the night away!

Do the pianists take requests?

Our pianists and hosts welcome song requests from the world of showtunes: West End to Broadway, classical to contemporary, movie musicals, jukebox musicals. We do our best to play every request, but it may not always be possible to fit them all in!

Can we tip the performers?

Absolutely! If you would like to show your appreciation to our talented pianists and hosts, there is a tip jar available on the piano, as well as a scannable QR code on the tables which supports Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. You can also tip your favourite performer via our website. All tips go directly to the performers and are greatly appreciated.

How do I know who’s performing?

We post our performer schedule on our social media each week.

Please note that the rota is subject to change based on performer availability. We’ll always do our best to post any changes on social media.

How does everyone know all the words?!

Shhh— don’t tell anyone, but most of us use our phones to find lyrics to the songs we don’t know! Have a sneaky Google, and once you've come along a few times, you may be surprised by how many new songs you've learned.

(The public Wi-fi network is "Overtures" and the password is "SingOutLouise".)

Can I sing a solo?

At Overtures, the vibe is more “spontaneous group singalong” than “karaoke night”. We’re all about the ensemble, and we like to keep things low-pressure! If you see someone singing into the microphone, they’re one of our pianists, hosts, or guest performers who are there to support the crowd.

I want to join in and sing around the piano, but I’m nervous!

Everyone at Overtures is there because they love singing showtunes— whether their last gig was on the stage or in the shower. It’s a friendly, safe environment where everyone is free to be themselves. Our regulars were all strangers until they met and became friends around that piano. So come join us, and you might just meet your new best pals!

Can I book Overtures performers for a private event?

Our team of pianists and singers would love to perform your favourite musical theatre, pop, jazz, or classical tunes at your wedding, party, or event. We are happy to travel to your venue, or we can help to arrange a private or semi-private hire of Louche Soho We can also help to source additional musicians or bands for your event. Email info@overtures.london or submit this form so we can discuss your needs.

I’m interested in working at Overtures.

That’s fantastic! We are a very small team and rarely in a position to bring on new performers, but if you’re happy for us to keep your details on file for the future, please fill out this form.

For bar applications, you are welcome to send your CV directly to Louche at info@louchesoho.com. (Please be aware that the Overtures team has no involvement in either venues' operations or hiring.)

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For press enquiries, sponsorship requests, or any other questions, comments, or feedback for the Overtures team, please email us at info@overtures.london.