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16OCT

Stunning Peaky Blinders stage adaptation is coming to Bristol next year

Rambert’s thrilling stage adaptation of Steven Knight’s now legendary TV series captures all the drama, thrills and spills of the Peaky story.   Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby runs at The Bristol Hippodrome from...
16OCT

Tobacco Factory to host five festive shows this Christmas

The South Bristol theatre have a little something for everyone this winter, including an in-house production of a British classic, captivating puppetry and more.   Tobacco Factory Theatres are hosting five festive shows throughout December...
16OCT

Saffron launch grant and mentoring scheme for black artists

Are you a budding Black music creator based in Bristol or the South West? If so, Saffron's artist development programme could be your ticket to elevating your music career to new heights. Starting this December, Saffron – a music charity...
13OCT

The English National Ballet is coming to Bristol later this month

Ballet fans rejoice! Akram Khan’s astonishing ‘Giselle’ returns to The Bristol Hippodrome in two weeks’ time, returning for the first time since its debut tour in 2016.   Akram Khan’s Giselle from English National...
13OCT

Beloved indie outfit The Charlatans return to Bristol in November

Fronted by indie titan Tim Burgess, the Mancunian four piece are one of the UK’s most enduring bands; an inspirational force at the forefront of British music for over 30 years.   The Charlatans head to O2 Academy Bristol on Wednesday...
13OCT

Sea Monsters are invading Bristol Aquarium this October half term

This Halloween period, head to Bristol Aquarium for a spook-tacular underwater adventure for all the family with kids under the age of 3 going free!   Sea Monsters at Bristol Aquarium runs from Friday 20 to Tuesday 31 October 2023.   With...
12OCT

Scare yourself silly with Bristol Film Festival this spooky season

October is well and truly upon us and it’s time to start planning your Halloween-themed events so why not treat yourself to an evening at the movies?   Bristol Film Festival’s Halloween season runs from Wednesday 18 October to...
12OCT

Cast announced for Bristol Old Vic’s festive production of Arabian Nights

Prepare to be enchanted with this year’s blockbuster Christmas show at Bristol Old Vic, featuring a daring heroine, captivating songs, and a timeless tale of hope and wonder.   Arabian Nights runs at Bristol Old Vic from Thursday 23...
12OCT

Bristol Beacon to host a Big Jeff art exhibition as part of their grand reopening

Dubbed ‘The Housewarming’, the venue’s reopening will be marked by a huge FREE day-to-night party with more than 60 acts - created by Bristol, for Bristol!   Bristol Beacon’s ‘The Housewarming’ will take...
11OCT

Bristol Neighbourhood Guide: Whitchurch

We’re back for one last time with our guide to Bristol’s diverse and vibrant neighbourhoods – with some cherrypicked spots to showcase just how much is going on in each corner of the city.   For our final guide, we're...
11OCT

RuPaul’s Drag Race winner The Vivienne to star in The Wizard of Oz stage show

The Vivienne is off to see the wizard as The Wicked Witch of the West in this beloved story which embarks on a UK tour straight from a summer season at the London Palladium.   The Wizard of Oz runs at The Bristol Hippodrome between Tuesday...
11OCT

Review: Jorja Smith at SWX

“A raw honest show that was all about the music”   26 year old Jorja Smith has had a stratospheric rise to fame. She was encouraged to play piano by her father, also a musician, at just 8 and started writing songs aged 11. This...
10OCT

A new fun-fuelled, nostalgia-filled musical is coming to Bristol in April 2025

Get re-acquainted with the playlist of your life next year will a brand-new jukebox musical with direction and choreography from Craig Revel Horwood.   NOW That’s What I Call A Musical will run at The Bristol Hippodrome between Tuesday...
10OCT

World Homeless Day: TAP for Bristol to provide funding for Caring in Bristol’s Z-House Project

This innovative project will see Caring in Bristol continue their TAP for Bristol iniative with the charity renovating their office space for short term accommodation to support young adults at risk of homelessness.   To mark World Homeless...
10OCT

Massive Aardman mural to appear in Broadmead from today

A bold new mural has taken over Quaker’s Lane in celebration of one of Bristol greatest artistic legacies.   Aardman Animations is one of Bristol’s biggest artistic success stories – which is saying something considering...
9OCT

Propyard kick off brand-new dance music venue – open for 3 weeks only!

Kicking off over the weekend just gone, Dance Corp. have taken over the Feeder Road venue for three weeks of unmissable electronic music experiences.   The first event took place on Saturday 7 October 2023 with events also taking place on...
9OCT

New documentary explores lockdown’s effects on Bristol culture – day and night

A 60-minute, collaborative documentary from Colin Moody and Tom Whitson, What Does Normal Look Like? is set to be screened across two Bristol venues in the coming months.   What Does Normal Look Like? will be screened at Strange Brew on Sunday...
9OCT

Wake The Tiger’s Re-Creation Station returns this October half term

The world’s first Amazement Park has announced the return of its Re-Creation Station this coming half term with mushroom themed colouring running all week.   Wake The Tiger’s Re-Creation Station runs from Friday 21 until Sunday...