Distance - An Afternoon of Music & Poetry
About
What separates us, and what quietly refuses to? An intimate afternoon exploring the themes of home, belonging, identity and culture through live music, poetry and conversation, in the heart of London near Bond Street at Jak's Mayfair.The event begins with a live conversation and poetry reading with poet Alban Bala, exploring language, place, memory and what it means to carry more than one home within you. Throughout, Altin Gjoni sets the ambience with his guitar work.
Poetry gives way to music as Sara Payman, Mariela Cingo, and Altin Gjoni take to the stage with a set of original and reimagined songs performed live and acoustically. Their story mirrors the afternoon's themes. Altin moved from Albania to the UK, and Sara made the opposite journey; somewhere along the way, they found each other and formed a duo that now performs in both countries.
What to expect:
▸ Poetry reading and a live conversation with Alban Bala on language, identity and what home means
▸ A live acoustic set of original and reimagined songs from Sara Payman, Mariela Cingo and Altin Gjoni
▸ Food and drinks throughout
An event that is as much a social occasion as a cultural one in the heart of London. A relaxed and memorable Sunday for anyone who has ever felt the pull of more than one place.
The venue is cosy and intimate, with limited seating (Max of 30 seats!!) to make the most of the theme. Book early to secure your seat.
Date
Sunday 31 May 2026 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (UTC+01)Location
Jak’s Mayfair
43 S Molton St, London , London, London W1K 5RS
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