Every month we do something cultural together. We call them Cog Nights. We each take a turn to review or write up our thoughts and we commission an accompanying image from an emerging illustration talent.
Cultural calendars of 2022
There’s no AI involved, just raw ability. Here are the illustrations from 2022, with links to each journal entry.
The header image, above was created by Ellis Brown.
Electric Gamebox: Illustration by Abi Ratoff
Queens of Sheeba: Illustration by Nadia Akingbule.
January
For our first Cog Night of 2022, we decided to visit GameBox, an immersive gaming experience in Southwark. It was also Tom’s first day with us, meaning a brilliant opportunity to get to know him.
Illustration by Abi Ratoff.
February
Another month, another Cog Night! This time we’re back, once again, to our usual haunt of Soho Theatre catching the award-winning and Edinburgh Fringe favourite Queens of Sheba. Nick wrote about the show.
Illustration by Nadia Akingbule.
Mohand & Peter: Illustration by Tessie Orange-Turner
seven methods of killing kylie jenner: Illustration by Soofyia
March
Our March Cog Night found us on a short trip to the Southwark Playhouse, where we transported half way across the world to the hot desert lands of Sudan. Read more about it in our journal.
Illustration by Tessie Orange-Turner.
April
For our April Cog Night we decided on an online experience. We try to include occasional online shows as it gives us a chance to include our remote team. We chose Jasmine Lee-Jones’ play, seven methods of killing kylie jenner directed by Milli Bhatia. Michael reviewed it in our journal.
Illustration by Soofyia
It don't worry me: Illustration by Sophie Moran
Daniel Kitson: Illustration by Lucy Haslam
May
Our May Cog Night was at New Diorama Theatre, tucked away between Gazprom’s headquarters, Euston Station and UCL. Was this really the place to watch cutting-edge experimental theatre? Laura gave us her verdict.
Illustration by Mariana Gonzalez Ortiz.
June
Our June Cog Night took us to the roof of Peckham’s Bussey Building on a very sunny evening to see cult comedian Daniel Kitson’s new work in progress show. Alex told us about the night’s events.
Illustration by Lucy Haslam.
Sun & Sea: Illustration by Lucy Haslam
In the Black Fantastic: Illustration by Taja Bright
July
For our July Cog Night we were excited for a collaboration between three of our clients. We visited Lift Festival’s Sun & Sea, at the Albany, in Lewisham – the Mayor of London’s Borough of Culture. Emily gave her verdict.
Illustration by Lucy Haslam
August
For August’s Cog Night we were at the Hayward for a fantastical journey though the mystical minds of 11 contemporary artists from the African diaspora. Michael wrote down his thoughts.
Illustration by Taja Bright
Tacit group: Illustration by Tilly running for crayons
LFF expanded: Illustration by Amy Lauren
September
For our September Cog Night, the team went west to The Coronet Theatre to indulge in the audio-visual artistry of Korea’s Tacit Group performing ‘tacit.perform[0]’. Zara gave us her thoughts.
Illustration by Tilly running for crayons
October
October’s Cog night was ‘Expanded’ at Leake St, the most experimental part of the BFI London Film Festival. There were multiple VR and AR installations where we could dip in and out. Anna reflected on the variety of the evening.
Illustration by Amy Lauren
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