17NOV

Bristol Old Vic’s festive blockbuster opens next week

Featuring a daring heroine, captivating songs and a timeless tale of wonder and hope, the Bristol Old Vic production of Arabian Nights will put a modern spin on the classic story. Arabian Nights runs at The Bristol Old Vic from Thursday...

17NOV

Five Bristol Co-operatives blazing a new trail in business

Bristol is no stranger to community initiatives and radical, new ways of working. Among those alternative organisational structures, there is perhaps none more emblematic of the community-oriented, anarchistic spirit than a co-operative. Co-operatives...

16NOV

Review: A Christmas Carol - The Musical at The Bristol Hippodrome

"...far from being dark and depressing, this performance was heart-warming, magical, and also humorous." I will begin by saying that you have to feel for the Scrooge's of this world. What happened in their past to make...

16NOV

Bristol producer/vocalist BUFFEE embraces club catharsis on new EP

Freshly signed to master tastemakers Spinny Nights (Grove, Nukuluk), BUFFEE’s debut EP, Victory Lap, sees her swing from syrupy glitch pop to crunchy industrial techno and everything in between. A meandering and unpredictable journey...

16NOV

Tickets go on sale tomorrow for a multi-award winning musical sensation

Described on BBC Radio 2 as the “musical of its generation”, Dear Evan Hansen is an Olivier, Tony and Grammy Award-winning Best Musical – and its coming to Bristol in 2025! Dear Evan Hansen will run at The Bristol Hippodrome...

15NOV

Getting to know Weird Bristol with Charlie Revelle-Smith

This week on Getting to Know, we've got a returning guest - Weird Bristol's Charlie Revelle-Smith! First interviewed on this segment six years ago, we caught back up with Charlie to find out what's changed, what hasn't, and to hear about...

15NOV

Bristol's brand new creative hub announces star studded music line-up for early 2024

DOCUMENT is the new multipurpose event space from the team behind legendary Bristol venues Motion and The Marble Factory and they’ve got a pretty special new year planned. A music venue, food market, bar, gallery, gym and workspace...

15NOV

Downend Round Table are looking for worthy charities after their annual Fireworks event

The beloved yearly event once more proved a massive success, raising significant funds for charitable causes – now organisers are on the lookout for worthy projects in the community. So, if you’re part of a local organisation...

14NOV

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the British Isles at Bristol Beacon in May 2024

Presented by visionary documentary producer Alastair Fothergill, Wild Isles Live will feature highlights from the acclaimed BBC series, never-before-seen footage and insight from the esteemed host. Wild Isles Live will be hosted in Bristol...

14NOV

Bristol Comic Con and Gaming Festival returns this weekend

Once more taking over South Bristol’s Ashton Gate Stadium, this immensely popular, family-friendly event will be jam-packed with props, cosplay, gaming and vendors. Bristol Comic Con and Gaming Festival runs at Ashton Gate Stadium...

14NOV

Review: The Mary Wallopers at Trinity Centre

"...a group that expertly blends the jolly with the deeply political, intricately played ballads with riotous odes to drinking..." I hate being late to gigs, I like to get there with good time to set myself up in a vantage...

13NOV

Delve into the Wizarding World this Christmas with Bristol Film Festival

Taking over one of Bristol’s most beautiful venues for an extra special series of the first three Harry Potter films, this looks all set to be a perfect festive outing. Bristol Film Festival will host two screenings of each of the...

13NOV

Upfest launch Crowdfunder to help them stage the 2024 edition of the festival

Following a fallow year this time out, the Upfest team have launched their annual Crowdfunding campaign, rallying support from art lovers, Bristolians, and festival fans alike. Upfest will need to raise £250,000 to stage the sixteenth...

13NOV

Your short film could be shown at Forbidden Worlds next year

Forbidden Worlds, Bristol’s favourite cult film festival, has announced a new short film competition. Forbidden Worlds, for those uninitiated, is a Bristol-based film festival celebrating fantasy, sci-fi, horror and action films – in short,...

10NOV

The Wurzels’ Xmas show is back and tickets are running low!

Known as pioneers of the Scrumpy n’ Western genre, The West Country legends are back at The Fleece this festive period – providing the perfect accompaniment to cider drinking. The Wurzels Xmas Show will take over The Fleece on...

10NOV

Five of the best D&D events in Bristol

Dungeons & Dragons – and tabletop roleplaying games (or TTRPGs) in general – have seen a massive explosion in popularity over the last decade, with both new players and old hands coming back to the game and looking for somewhere to play. On...

10NOV

Fun Lovin’ Criminals are in Bristol next month as part of a very special world tour

Now boasting just one original member, the eclectic three-piece are on the road celebrating the 25th anniversary of their iconic sophomore album, 100% Colombian. Fun Lovin’ Criminals will play O2 Academy Bristol on Thursday 14 December...

9NOV

Celebrate the legacy of ‘The Godfather of Rocksteady’ at Bristol Beacon

This vibrant tribute to Alton Ellis O.D will feature performances from the legendary singer-songwriter’s son Troy Ellis and other friends along with the Hail Jamaica band. Bristol Beacon’s tribute to Alton Ellis O.D will take...