These are the Days - International Women's Day Show at The Cockpit

Following the sold-out shows of previous years, These are the Days! returns once more to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8th, 2026 at The Cockpit. Hosted by the comedian and singer-songwriter Clare Summerskill, this event presents a star-studded line up of talented performers in an unforgettable evening of Comedy and Music. The show is a fundraiser for Women's Aid.

Artistes include Maureen Younger, 2023 Finalist in British Comedian of the Year who appears regularly at The Comedy Store. ('If you have been lucky enough to see her perform you will be fully aware of just how funny and infectious this women is'. Time Out); the amazing pop-rock band, Greymatter, who have built a reputation for electrifying performances that blend soaring vocal harmonies with high-energy rock anthems; Aneesa Chaudhry who sings in a variety of genres including classical, jazz, pop, and folk, and has performed at Jazz & World Music Festivals; Julie Jepson 'A rising star. Animated, hugely watchable, likeable and very funny. See her now' BBC Radio Manchester ; Njambi McGrath, ‘A must see’ The Scotsman. ‘Trail blazing’ The Guardian. ‘An Important voice’, The Sunday Times. Njambi is a 'compelling voice of a rarely heard African perspective’ FestMag.