Aretha Franklin | Vanessa Haynes of Incognito

  • Live Music, Food & Drink and Date Night
  • Tickets from £45.00 - £104.00
  • Canary Wharf
  • Live Music, Jazz and Rock n Roll
  • Over 18
  • Fri, 9th May 2025 @ 21:00 - 22:30
  • 21:00 - 22:30

Table reservations from 6pm | Live Music: 9pm

Can you feel the soul? That unmistakable fire? That spine-tingling, gospel-soaked umph that only Aretha could deliver? Well, hold on to your hats, because Vanessa Haynes is about to blow the roof off Boisdale and she's bringing the full force of soul with her.

Vanessa is the dynamite vocalist behind the mic for Incognito, the iconic British funk collective that's been tearing up stages worldwide for decades. A vocal force of nature, she’s sung alongside Van Morrison, brought the house down with Chaka Khan and now she’s stepping into the divine shoes of Ms. Franklin herself, not to impersonate, but to channel that sacred soul spirit and make it sing in the here and now.

From the first blast of “Respect” to the aching tenderness of “I Say A Little Prayer”, Vanessa takes you on a musical journey that electrifies Aretha's legacy. With a voice that could part the Thames and a band that grooves tighter than your nan's Sunday roast schedule, this night is raw and pure soul theatre.

This is the kind of gig where goosebumps are guaranteed and every note carries the weight of a thousand smoky jazz bars and gospel churches rolled into one.

You’ve heard Aretha. Now feel herthrough the voice of one of Britain’s finest.

Visit our Hine Bar and Heated Garden Terrace located on the 1st floor for pre & post-show drinks!


BOISDALE OF CANARY WHARF

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Perched elegantly above Cabot Square, Boisdale of Canary Wharf offers a multi-dimensional experience across two floors. With Jools Holland as Patron of Music, it is celebrated for its dedication to live performances, with daily live music creating the perfect ambience in the second-floor restaurant.

The venue features a refined restaurant, four exclusive private dining rooms, the distinguished Hine Bar, an extensive whisky and wine selection, a sophisticated Cigar Lounge and an inviting Heated Garden Terrace - making it a haven for discerning patrons seeking the finest in dining, music and atmosphere. On weekends, the vibrant first-floor bar and terrace come to life with DJ Nights, adding another dimension to the Boisdale experience.

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Cabot Place, Canary Wharf, E14 4QT

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Perched elegantly above Cabot Square, Boisdale of Canary Wharf offers a multi-dimensional experience across two floors. With Jools Holland as Patron of Music, it is celebrated for its dedication to live performances, with daily live music creating the perfect ambience in the second-floor restaurant. The venue features a refined restaurant, four exclusive private dining rooms, the distinguished Hine Bar, an extensive whisky and wine selection, a sophisticated Cigar Lounge and an inviting Heated Garden Terrace - making it a haven for discerning patrons seeking the finest in dining, music and atmosphere. On weekends, the vibrant first-floor bar and terrace come to life with DJ Nights, adding another dimension to the Boisdale experience.
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Ticket Event time Cost
Standard | Show Only

Bar table in the middle to back of the room with full view of stage with full access to our extensive drinks and food menus.

 21:00 - 22:30 £45.00
Window | Dinner & Show

Dining table with window view overlooking Cabot Square and Fountain with partial view of the stage and £30 dining credit towards food.

 21:00 - 22:30 £59.00
Standard | Dinner & Show

Dining table in the middle to back of the room with a full view of the stage and £30 dining credit towards the food menu.

 21:00 - 22:30 £69.00
Premium | Dinner & Show

Dining table from the middle to front of the room with a full, unobstructed view of the stage and £30 dining credit towards the food menu.

 21:00 - 22:30 £84.00
VIP | Dinner & Show

Dining table within 6 meters of stage for the best possible view and £30 dining credit towards the food menu.

 21:00 - 22:30 £104.00

Boisdale of Canary Wharf

Boisdale of Canary Wharf originally opened its doors in the vibrant summer of 2011. This two-floor gem overlooking Cabot Square offers an array of delights including a restaurant, extensive whisky & wine selections, Hine bar, Garden terrace, walk-in humidor, and a live music venue.   Best Spirits…

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