2-nov-25
25 Jan – 2 Feb 2026
PizzaExpress Jazz Club, Dean Street, Soho
Ian Shaw returns to the stage at Dean Street. Don't miss this unique season of dazzling collaborations from the international world of jazz, soul, pop, film, song-writing — plus the much-loved “Pianobar”. Book early to avoid disappointment.
With Claire Martin, Iain Ballamy, Jamie Safir, Natalie Williams, Guy Barker, Georgia Mancio, Vanessa Haynes, Carol Grimes, Enzo Zirilli, Elaine Delmar, Tony Kofi, Janie Dee, and more.
13-jan-26
Ian brings the genius of Stephen Sondheim to life in a series of performances of Stephensong. With acclaimed pianist, Barry Green.
“Musically, lyrically, creatively, on every count this is a remarkable album – a standout entry in Shaw's formidable body of work.” Peter Quinn, Jazzwise
Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama - The Richard Burton Theatre
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St. Michael's Church, Church Street, Lyme Regis
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Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club, Soho
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Leeds Jazz Festival
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12-jan-26
Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club
Continuing the series of Saturday brunch shows in which Ian is up-close and personal with luminaries from the UK music scene.
In February, Ian is joined by jazz legend Curtis Stigers. And in March, Ian welcomes one of the UK’s most celebrated jazz pianists, composers and arrangers, Nikki Iles, bringing her trademark elegance and creativity to the stage.
Expect live performance, conversation and Q&A.
Tickets:
Curtis Stigers, Sat 7th February at 11am [SOLD OUT]
Nikki Iles, Sat 14th March at 11am
Ian brings the genius of Stephen Sondheim to life with his signature blend of emotional depth, wit, and vocal virtuosity. Reimagining Sondheim’s iconic songs through a jazz lens, he infuses them with fresh nuance while honouring their melodic, emotional and theatrical brilliance. With acclaimed pianist Barry Green.
Sun 25 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS - show at 1pm
Sun 25 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS - shows at 6pm (SOLD OUT) and 9pm
Mon 26 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS
Tue 27 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS
Wed 28 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS
6-nov-25
Stephen Sondheim's stirring anthem of vulnerability and connection. A haunting preview of Ian's new album Stephensong - Ian Shaw Sings Stephen Sondheim, released on 28 November.
Being Alive is out now
download and stream
17-oct-25
Ian's new single – one of Stephen Sondheim's most delicate and introspective songs, originally written for the 1966 musical Evening Primrose.
Taken from Ian's new album Stephensong - Ian Shaw Sings Stephen Sondheim, released on 28 November.
I Remember is out now to download and stream.
Sun 25 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS - show at 1pm
Sun 25 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS - shows at 6pm (SOLD OUT) and 9pm
Mon 26 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS
Tue 27 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS
Wed 28 January 26
PizzaExpress Jazz Club (Soho) - IAN SHAW & FRIENDS
“a celebration of all that is good about Ian Shaw. He moves from the ebullient to the reflective as he uses his vocal and lyrical craft to bring to life a typical Greek Street Friday.”
★★★★ Get Ready To Rock
“This fantastic quartet brings Strayhorn and Ellington tunes to life on this superb live album.” The Billy Strayhorn Foundation
“this is one of Shaw's very best records... [he's] in his element, corresponding intimately on the stand with saxophonist Tony Kofi”
★★★★ Marbank
From The Theory Of Joy (Harmonia Mundi/Jazz Village), release February 2016. Please consider making a donation to refugee aid – all info below video.
Ian has been appointed Patron of Refugee Support, an organisation providing direct help to refugees within Europe, focusing on delivering aid with dignity.
Read more at www.refugeesupporteu.com
The Phone Credit Group provides refugee children with vital support. Ian talks to Paula Erol of The Phone Credit Group and Tess Berry-Hart of Calais Action about this fundraising initiative. Listen to the podcast to find out how you can help.
As many of you know, I have been working for a year now as a volunteer at the unofficial refugee camp – known as the jungle…
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