Coming up at Klub Kakofanney
Corona Virus Update
We are all concerned about the current Corona Virus epidemic and have to consider the risks that our Klub Kakofanney gigs represent to band members, audiences, and the Wheatsheaf staff. You are all our friends and we don't want to put any of you at risk. We have decided to err on the side of caution and suspend the upcoming shows until we are confident that the gig is a safe space for everyone. We are sure you will understand why we have taken this decision, and rest assured we will be back once we know it is safe to do so. Please watch this space for updates, keep in touch, and most importantly, take care of yourselves, your families, and your friends through these difficult times.
More information about Klub Kakofanney events
Who founded Klub Kakofanney
Klub Kakofanney was founded by Phil Freizinger and Sue Smith, back in 1991, at a time when there was very little independent music and few music venues in Oxford. Its mission then, and now, was to support and encourage the independent music scene and unsigned musicians in Oxford, to provide a stage for both upcoming and established bands and artists to play. It is run on a not-for-profit basis, and staffed entirely by volunteers with a shared interest in original live music. We encourage bands to support one another and share backline where possible, to maximise performance time.
Klub Kakofanney was founded by Phil Freizinger and Sue Smith, back in 1991, at a time when there was very little independent music and few music venues in Oxford. Its mission then, and now, was to support and encourage the independent music scene and unsigned musicians in Oxford, to provide a stage for both upcoming and established bands and artists to play. It is run on a not-for-profit basis, and staffed entirely by volunteers with a shared interest in original live music. We encourage bands to support one another and share backline where possible, to maximise performance time.
Do I need to book in advance?
No. For most of our events you just need to turn up and pay at the door. If we think an event might be sold out, we'll make sure we mention it in our listing of the event. Most months though, you can just turn up and pay at the door.
No. For most of our events you just need to turn up and pay at the door. If we think an event might be sold out, we'll make sure we mention it in our listing of the event. Most months though, you can just turn up and pay at the door.
Do you have to be a club member?
No, it isn't a membership club at all. Anyone can come to Klub Kakofanney events, and everyone is welcome. Just turn up and pay at the door. Please remember though that our regular venue, The Wheatsheaf, is licensed premises and has an 18+ policy.
No, it isn't a membership club at all. Anyone can come to Klub Kakofanney events, and everyone is welcome. Just turn up and pay at the door. Please remember though that our regular venue, The Wheatsheaf, is licensed premises and has an 18+ policy.
Can I pay by card?
At the moment it is cash only for admission, but you can use cards to buy drinks in the ground floor bar. If you find you have come out without cash, there are cashpoint machines for all the major banks in Cornmarket, just a couple of minutes walk from the Wheatsheaf.
At the moment it is cash only for admission, but you can use cards to buy drinks in the ground floor bar. If you find you have come out without cash, there are cashpoint machines for all the major banks in Cornmarket, just a couple of minutes walk from the Wheatsheaf.
Can I buy tickets online?
When online ticketing is available, we will include a link to the ticket agency in our events listings.
When online ticketing is available, we will include a link to the ticket agency in our events listings.
Is there a smoking area?
No, but we operate the hand-stamp system so that anyone who has paid to come in may leave and re-enter the venue as often as they wish, so it is easy for smokers to step outside for a few minutes to enjoy a cigarette.
No, but we operate the hand-stamp system so that anyone who has paid to come in may leave and re-enter the venue as often as they wish, so it is easy for smokers to step outside for a few minutes to enjoy a cigarette.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Sorry, no. You cannot bring in your own drinks. The Wheatsheaf provides a wide range of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, at normal bar prices.
Sorry, no. You cannot bring in your own drinks. The Wheatsheaf provides a wide range of drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, at normal bar prices.
Am I too old for rock music?
You are never too old, and you will find people of all ages at Klub Kakofanney events. We pride ourselves on our inclusiveness, creating a safe space, and everyone is welcome. You can dance, you can talk to people, or you can stand quietly and soak up the atmosphere. Its entirely up to you.
You are never too old, and you will find people of all ages at Klub Kakofanney events. We pride ourselves on our inclusiveness, creating a safe space, and everyone is welcome. You can dance, you can talk to people, or you can stand quietly and soak up the atmosphere. Its entirely up to you.
Is seating available?
There are only a few seats available in the upstairs venue and most of the audience stands. However, if this is a problem and you need to be seated, please let us know and we will do our best to make arrangements for you. In the ground floor venue, there is more seating available.
There are only a few seats available in the upstairs venue and most of the audience stands. However, if this is a problem and you need to be seated, please let us know and we will do our best to make arrangements for you. In the ground floor venue, there is more seating available.
Will the music be too loud?
It will definitely be loud, but that is part of the joy of live music, that it infuses every part of your body. Many professional musicians and frequent gig-goers use earplugs at gigs to protect their hearing. We don't want anyone to suffer hearing damage, so if it feels too loud to you or you have forgotten your earplugs, please ask us for some disposables.
It will definitely be loud, but that is part of the joy of live music, that it infuses every part of your body. Many professional musicians and frequent gig-goers use earplugs at gigs to protect their hearing. We don't want anyone to suffer hearing damage, so if it feels too loud to you or you have forgotten your earplugs, please ask us for some disposables.
Can I take photographs?
Yes, of course. Please restrict your photos to the band members on stage, and to your own friends and family. Please avoid using flash photography in the faces of the musicians while they are playing.
Yes, of course. Please restrict your photos to the band members on stage, and to your own friends and family. Please avoid using flash photography in the faces of the musicians while they are playing.
Are the Sunday sessions open-mic?
No, bands and musicians are booked in advance and have a proper time slot. Please read the document "Information for bands and musicians".
No, bands and musicians are booked in advance and have a proper time slot. Please read the document "Information for bands and musicians".