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Tickets are now on sale for a classic 90s rock band at SWX

As of today, tickets went on sale for an SWX gig featuring the classic, chart-topping Scottish nineties rockers Gun.   Gun are a Glaswegian hard rock band of much acclaim, known for their popularity and activity throughout the 90s. Originally...
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A Birmingham Royal Ballet are bringing a classic fairy tale to life in Bristol!

This wonderful production of the legendary childhood story The Sleeping Beauty is sure to prove an enchanting experience for the whole family.   Birmingham Royal Ballet’s The Sleeping Beauty runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from Thursday...
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Two Bristol queer events powerhouses are joining forces for a very special birthday

At the beginning of next month, Friday 3 May, Strange Brew will play host to the special seventh birthday celebrations of Brizzle Boys, who are joining force with QUAVERZ.   Brizzle Boys are an icon of the Bristolian drag community –...
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A free explosion of art and culture is returning to Stokes Croft next week

The People’s Art Fair, an open group exhibition celebrating artists and creators of all kinds, is returning once again to the People’s Republic of Stokes croft – in just a week!   The People’s Republic of Stokes Croft...
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The annual Bristol Walk Festival returns throughout May

This immensely popular initiative aims to showcase the best of Bristol with various inclusive walks taking place across the city for people of all ages, interests and abilities.   Bristol Walk Festival runs from Wednesday 1 until Friday 31...
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Lambchop and Silver Jews collaborator brings ‘cosmic country’ to Bristol later this year

Tenesee-born singer, songwriter, producer – and frequent collaborator with Kurt Wagner’s Lambchop – William Tyler will be coming to the Beacon this September.   William Tyler is one of the secret beating hearts of country...
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There's just over a week left to catch this children's classic

A musical production of Zog & the Flying Doctors, the bestselling sequel to the children’s classic Zog, opened at the Old Vic this week.   Zog, super keen student turned air-ambulance, still lands with a bang-crash-thump. Together...
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A Tennessee Williams classic is coming to Bristol Old Vic next month

Atri Banerjee’s acclaimed production of The Glass Menagerie – first seen at The Royal Exchange Theatre in 2022 - is all set to drop by Bristol as part of a UK tour.   The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams runs at Bristol Old...
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Review: The Wizard of Oz at The Bristol Hippodrome

It’s time to pop on your ruby slippers and follow the yellow brick road all the way to Bristol Hippodrome, where Dorothy and friends have arrived on the latest leg of the UK tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s version of The Wizard of Oz.   Playing...
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Meet the 70s inspired pop duo supporting Paul Weller in Bristol tomorrow

Heading to Paul Weller’s sold-out Bristol Beacon gig tomorrow night? Want to find out more about the support act, Barbara? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.   Paul Weller and opening act Barbara play Bristol Beacon’s...
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There’s a double bill of horror and doom metal coming to the IMAX

This month, the old IMAX at the Bristol Aquarium will play host to horror-doc Frogman, and doom-metal band Froglord.   Once in a while, an event arises that makes you think: “who thought of this? How on earth did this come about?”,...
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A unique Old City bar is hosting an acclaimed Bristol trio

The Rummer Hotel, a bar and distillery on the oldest licenced premises in Bristol, are hosting performances from the unique acoustic duo/trio Silver Souled for the next few months.   The Rummer is a unique venue tucked away in the cobbled...
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Bristol Old Vic’s comedy shows – Spring/Summer 2024

As ever, the UK’s longest continually running theatre have a busy spring and summer planned with a plethora of exciting stand-up shows scheduled.   From UK comedy titans to iconic voices, rising stars of the stand-up scene to beloved...
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The Wardrobe's summer season, new website and box office freedom

The Wardrobe Theatre, a celebrated fringe theatre on Old Market, have announced their summer season shows – alongside a new-look website and a new era of independence for the venue. The Wardrobe Theatre, an intimate fringe theatre within Old...
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Genre-defying “little orchestra” are bringing their 30th anniversary tour to Bristol

Direct from Portland, Oregon, Pink Martini are embarking on an eagerly anticipated UK tour throughout April and May.   Pink Martini will play Bristol Beacon’s Beacon Hall on Friday 3 May 2024.   This beloved group are renowned...
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St. Marks Road’s Grand Iftar returns this Sunday – in solidarity with Palestine

The community of St Marks Road are once again celebrating Ramadan this Sunday with their street-wide Grand Iftar – this time in special solidarity with Palestine. Iftar is a community breaking of the Ramadan fast. Completed at Maghrib (sunset)...
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Not long until the Lyra Bristol Poetry Festival takes over Bristol once again

The annual poetry festival will once again bring together local, national and international poets and speakers for a series of exciting events.   Lyra – Bristol Poetry Festival takes place from Friday 12 until Sunday 21 April 2024.   The...
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A Vintage Furniture Flea Market is taking over Paintworks in April

Bristol’s best vintage fair will once again take over the Bath Road event space, allowing lovers of pre-loved furnishings to browse to their hearts content.   The Vintage Furniture Flea will take over Paintworks’ Event Space on...