White Hart - Whitechapel: Pub in Bethnal Green, London

White Hart in Whitechapel is a place for nights where you join in. The programme leans towards participation. Karaoke, open mic and quiz nights are the kind of thing it tends to host. Some people come to sing loudly and badly. Some come to perform for the first time. Others bring a team and a strong opinion about 1980s pop. That is the appeal. You are not just watching from the back. You are part of the room. Pick the night that suits your mood. An open mic is a low-pressure way to try something new. A quiz rewards people who like a bit of competition and a good answer sheet. Karaoke works best when you arrive ready to make a fool of yourself, in the good way.