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22JAN

The School of the Damned to takeover St Anne's House

The School of the Damned, an alternative & peer-led art education program and collective based across the UK, are taking over community space St Anne’s House for the coming weekend. The School of the Damned is an arts education programme...
19JAN

Learn more about a Hollywood (and Bristol) icon with a brand-new walking tour

The brainchild of Bristol-based theatre company Show of Strength, throughout the Easter period this tour will tell the story of legendary actor Cary Grant’s life in Bristol.   Raising Cary Grant: The Bristol Footsteps of Archie Leach...
19JAN

A special Festival of Stories is coming to Bristol’s Sparks

Celebrating local storytellers and book lovers, this family-friendly event will take place at the unique independent department store in March.   Organised by Kooky Book Craft, the Festival of Stories will take place at Sparks on Saturday...
19JAN

Next round of artists announced for the tenth edition of Bristol Sounds

Placebo and James Arthur have today been announced as the latest headliners for the iconic harbourside concert series which returns to Bristol in June.   Bristol Sounds returns to Bristol Amphitheatre from Saturday 22 until Sunday 30 June...
18JAN

Just over a month to go until Simple Things makes its grand return to Bristol

The beloved multi-venue festival is back with a killer line-up of innovative, forward-thinking music following a four-year hiatus.   Simple Things Festival 2024 runs from Friday 23 until Thursday 29 February with the primary day and night...
18JAN

Getting to Know The Cube with Rhodri Karim

Welcome to the first Getting To Know of the new year! It's big one (in more ways than one) - a bumper interview with Rhodri Karim and colleague Peter, volunteers at Bristol's wildest underground arts cinema and venue, The Cube Microplex!    Can...
18JAN

One of rap’s most idiosyncratic figures is coming to Bristol later this year

Deeply influential Detroit rapper Danny Brown is making a long-awaited appearance in Bristol in May as he tours his critically acclaimed sixth album, Quaranta.   Danny Brown will play O2 Academy Bristol on Friday 24 May 2024.   Quaranta...
17JAN

Review: Life of Pi at The Bristol Hippodrome

"A captivating technicolour voyage..."   On a freezing winter’s night, we took refuge at Bristol Hippodrome and stepped into an immersive, technicolour show that transported us to the heart of adventure.   The...
17JAN

Eat away the winter blues with afternoon tea at an iconic Bristol landmark

Every Sunday throughout January, February and March, Bristolians will be able to indulge themselves with a luxurious afternoon tea at Clifton Observatory.   With bookings available on 21 January, 28 January, 4 February, 11 February, 18 February,...
17JAN

One of Bristol’s best loved comedy stars to perform at intimate local venue

Much loved comedian Jayde Adams will return to her roots next month for three stand-up shows at live magic and comedy venue, Smoke & Mirrors.   Jayde Adams will perform at Smoke & Mirrors on Denmark Street on Thursday 15, Friday 16...
16JAN

Bristol favourites IDLES release new single and announce intimate homecoming

A new year begins and IDLES are back, ramping up anticipation for the release of their new album, TANGK as well as the major UK tour that will proceed it.   IDLES will play Bristol’s The Marble Factory (hosted by Rough Trade) on Saturday...
16JAN

Robert Plant’s Saving Grace is coming to Bristol in March

Following a successful sold out run back in November, the legendary rockstar’s esteemed co-operative are returning to the stage for a 10-date tour.   Robert Plant’s Saving Grace heads to Bristol Beacon’s Beacon Hall on Wednesday...
16JAN

Bristol Old Vic announce new additions to their Spring 2024 season

With a season already packed with theatrical delight, the UK’s oldest continuously running theatre have announced a new roster of thought-provoking productions.   Theatre lovers can expect a dynamic blend of award-winning plays, youth-led...
15JAN

Slapstick Festival add Last Leg host Adam Hills to their 2024 lineup

Bristol’s annual celebration of silent and classic screen comedy will be welcoming the celebrated Australian comedian as the star of a newly added Desert Island Comedy Flicks event.   Slapstick Festival will welcome Adam Hill MBE to...
15JAN

The Eldon House’s popular quiz night is back TONIGHT!

Roll up, roll up! It’s time for the first quiz night at the newly refurbished Eldon House pub in Clifton since its recent changing of hands.   Eldon House’s quiz night runs every Monday night from 8 PM with an array of cash prizes...
15JAN

Worldwide phenomenon Wicked kicks off in Bristol next week!

The smash hit, multi-award-winning West End musical sensation is landing at The Bristol Hippodrome for a month as part of its massive 2024 UK and Ireland tour.   Wicked runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from Tuesday 23 January to Sunday 25 February...
12JAN

Review: The Drifters Girl at The Bristol Hippodrome

Don’t miss out, it really is a must see show! I grew up listening, singing and dancing, to the harmonious vocals of ‘The Drifters‘. Every family party, every Christmas, my granddad would play his LP vinyl records, all the classics......
12JAN

Prepare for five days of side-splitting slapstick comedy across Bristol next month

Welcoming an incredible roster of silent and classic screen comedy and an impressive line-up of celebrity guests, the Slapstick Festival is a must-attend event in Bristol’s cultural calendar.   Slapstick Festival runs across multiple...