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24AUG

Review: Shrek The Musical at The Bristol Hippodrome

"When I asked the kids for their reviews after the show, they gave it a solid 10/10 and a 'please can we buy a gingerbread man'" We had a brilliant time watching Shrek the Musical at The Bristol Hippodrome. I attended...
23AUG

Escape to the Chateau stars Dick and Angel Strawbridge are heading out on tour

This Autumn, to celebrate the launch of their brand-new book, The Chateau: Forever Home, the stars of hit Channel 4 show, Escape To The Chateau, are embarking on a UK tour.   A Good Old Fashioned Book Launch with Dick & Angel will drop...
23AUG

A play from the Academy award-winning writer of Moonlight is coming to Bristol

From Academy Award winning writer Tarell Alvin McCraney, this upcoming Bristol Old Vic play marks Nancy Medina’s directorial debut as the theatre’s new Artistic Director.   Choir Boy runs at Bristol Old Vic from Thursday 12 October...
23AUG

Bristol Wing Fest 2023 is just around the corner

Taking place across three days in September, this mouth-watering event will see Bristolians devour wings, beer and bourbon to a top quality musical soundtrack at Bristol’s favourite outdoor venues.   Bristol Wing Fest will take place...
22AUG

Full cast announced for the upcoming run of Jesus Christ Superstar

The award-winning production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s global phenomenon has today announced the cast list for its extensive UK tour, which kicks off next month.   Jesus Christ Superstar will run at The Bristol Hippodrome...
22AUG

Luxmuralis is returning this year with a brand-new immersive light and sound show

Following the immense success of last year’s Luxmuralis: Space Voyager, this Autumn will see a new light and sound show installed within Bristol Cathedral.   Luxmuralis: Force of Nature will take over Bristol Cathedral from Monday 30...
22AUG

Bristol walkers raise more than £18,000 for Parkinson’s research

152 walkers and 14 dogs have made a stride towards a Parkinson’s cure at an event at Bristol’s Blaise Castle for Parkinson’s UK’s ‘Walk for Parkinson’s’.   The £18,000 raised by the walkers will...
21AUG

Time running out to secure your tickets to FORWARDS Festival 2023

It’s now less than two weeks until the 2023 edition of FORWARDS, with a roster of top acts taking over The Downs for two days of music, discussion, and social initiatives.   FORWARDS Festival will once more take over The Downs, Bristol...
21AUG

Bristol Museum’s virtual reality cave art exhibition ends next month

The Cave Art of Lascaux exhibition has been running in Bristol since April, allowing visitors to step back in time 21,000 years to experience the marvels of Stone Age cave art.   Visit The Cave Art of Lascaux: a Virtual Reality Experience...
21AUG

Bob Marley’s Grammy nominated son is coming to Bristol this Autumn

Over the years, Marley has built up a formidable reputation as an artist that transcends musical genres, and this is your chance to catch him in action!   Julian Marley & The Uprising Band will play at Bristol’s SWX on Wednesday...
18AUG

An alternative cult hero is heading to Strange Brew for a special joint headline show

Best known for his previous bands Felt and Denim, Lawrence’s Mozart Estate and Half Japanese will be joining forces next month for an epic night of lo-fi rock.   Mozart Estate and Half Japanese will play Bristol’s Strange Brew...
18AUG

Experience the magic of Thomas Hardy’s classic Tess D’Urbervilles in Bristol this Autumn

Presented by Ockham’s Razor, the UK’s foremost circus theatre company, this bold feminist reimagining of Hardy’s legendary novel is touring the UK between October and April 2024.   Ockham Razor’s Tess will take over...
18AUG

A roar-some Jurassic Park experience is coming to the Aquarium

Get ready for a unique cinematic adventure that merges the allure of cinema with the marvels of the aquatic world as Bristol Aquarium invites you to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Jurassic Park! Mark your calendar for Friday, September 1st, as...
17AUG

Review: The Ocean at the End of the Lane at The Bristol Hippodrome

"Just too good to put into words"   When you tell others about your childhood and where you grew up, you don’t tend to include immortal made-up families and terrible extradimensional monsters in your telling. Unless you’re...
17AUG

Alt pop star Baby Queen is coming to Bristol in November

Having recently announced the release of her eagerly anticipated debut album Quarter Life Crisis, Baby Queen is embarking on a lengthy UK tour – including an autumnal Bristol show.   Baby Queen will play Bristol’s Trinity Centre...
17AUG

Shrek The Musical is sweeping through Bristol next week

Prepare yourself for a breathtaking new production of an award-winning West End hit featuring all your favourite characters and songs from the classic DreamWorks movie.   Shrek The Musical will run at The Bristol Hippodrome from Tuesday 22...
16AUG

Review: Boardmasters 2023

What a weekend! From the sparkling sea views to the stunning line-up, Boardmasters offered a spectacular summer escape – even if we were the oldest people there by about a decade.   We arrived on Friday in time to soak up the sunny atmosphere...
16AUG

Ashton Gate will host its first ever Six Nations fixture next year

The Red Roses are returning to South Bristol in March for another exciting clash against Wales in the Women’s Six Nations next Spring.   England Women will play Wales Women at Ashton Gate Stadium on Saturday 30 March 2024.   Hosting...