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Soul Kinda Wonderful

Soul Kinda Wonderful

18 Jul 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Uk’s no 1 tribute to the Drifters - triple award winners the national tribute awards 2013 / 2016 / 2017 Featuring RICHIE SAMPSON formerly in THE DRIFTERS The UKs no.1 award winning tribute to The Drifters, The Four Tops and The Temptations. Thoroughly re-live that splendid era with Soul Kinda Wonderful, this is Soul and Motown at its very best. Lead vocalist, Richie Sampson, has performed alongside former long standing members of The Drifters, such as Ray Lewis, Billy Lewis, Butch Leak and Roy Hemming’s at various times. The band breathes new life in to the classic Drifters hits such as ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Save the Last Dance for Me’, ‘Up On The Roof, 'Kissing In The Back Row of The Movies’. The group also pay tribute to the great original members such as Ben E King and his solo hits Spanish Harlem & Stand By Me, Clyde McPhatter and Johnny Moore who’s music will always be remembered. Song Choices Include: Motown
Bad Manners

Bad Manners

22 May 2025 - 30 Jan 2026

Fronted by Buster Bloodvessel (born Douglas Trendle), the band was formed in 1976 while the members were at school together, and among their early incarnations were known as Stoop Solo and the Sheet Starchers. None of the members had any formal musical training, not even the ability to play any instruments. They were popular during the late 1970s and early 1980s, a period when lots of similar ska bands filled the charts. Some of their hits include 'My Girl Lollipop', 'Lip Up Fatty', 'Special Brew' and 'Ne-Ne-Na-Na-Na-Na-Nu-Nu'. One of the main reasons for their notoriety was because of their outlandish, larger-than-life, huge-tongued & shaven-headed front man. Buster´s exploits got them banned from the British TV chart show Top of the Pops (which included dressing as Henry VIII and singing to a blow-up doll for the song 'Lorraine', pouring a large can of baked beans over his head, and dressing in a can-can dancer´s dress to promote their single 'Can-Can').
The Jerseys Live!

The Jerseys Live!

8 May 2025 - 1 Nov 2025

Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas - the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the 60s and 70s - with a huge repertoire including 'Sherry', 'Walk Like A Man', 'My Eyes Adored You', 'Grease', Rag Doll', 'Stay', 'Lets Hang On', 'Big Girls Don't Cry' before finishing off with headline hit 'Oh What A Night'! This is much more than just another tribute show - this is a celebration of fantastic music performed by an array of incredible talent. The Jerseys have performed in various prestigious venues, visiting the length and breadth of the UK. Some notable shows include a performance for Her Majesty The Queen on The Long Walk, Windsor Castle for her 90th Birthday Celebrations, and internationally including The Paris Casino in Las Vegas. Along with their LIVE 4 piece band of internationally renowned musicians, this all-singing all-dancing show features hit after hit, comedy and more - the complete night out which will have you dancing in the aisles of the theatre and leave you 'beggin' for more!
The Upbeat Beatles

The Upbeat Beatles

10 May 2025 - 10 Jul 2026

Performing to sell out venues for over 20 years, 'The Upbeat Beatles' have more than earned their reputation as the finest tribute to the music of the Beatles. Paying homage to the greatest band in history, 'The Upbeat Beatles' take you through the whole of the Beatles' career; from the early days of 'Beatlemania' (She Loves You, I Want To Hold Your Hand) across the Atlantic to conquer the USA (Help!, Ticket To Ride), through the 'Summer of Love' and Psychedelia (Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Strawberry Fields Forever) then finally down the 'Long and Winding Road' to the end of the 1960's, for the Beatles' final live performance as a group (Get Back, Come Together). With authentic instruments, costume changes, multimedia, and featuring an ensemble cast of professional musicians with West End experience, this is a two-hour spectacular show not to be missed, for Beatles fans new and old!
Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster

Clinton Baptiste: Roller Ghoster

21 May 2025 - 23 May 2026

Clinton Baptiste is the useless clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's smash hit comedy Phoenix Nights. Fresh from another sell-out UK tour, he's back to deliver the best of his recent work, plus some new bits. Join Clinton for his stories, jokes plus demonstrations of his amazing ability - and as always he'll be in the audience to give you truthful (but startling) readings from the spirit world! Not for the faint hearted.
Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time

Ed Byrne: Tragedy Plus Time

10 May 2025 - 29 Oct 2025

TV favourite Ed Byrne tours his Best Reviewed Show at the Edinburgh Festival, British Comedy Guide's No 1 Comedy show, and his most personal show to date. From the quote attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join one of our leading laugh specialists as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs. With his TV career now in its third decade, Ed has regularly appeared on the likes of QI, Mock The Week, Alan Davies As Yet Untitled, and Live At The Apollo. With legions of fans both in the UK and abroad, Ed remains the observational stand-up to see.
The Selecter

The Selecter

22 May 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

The Selecter is led by their iconic frontwoman Pauline Black and co-fronted by original member Arthur ‘Gaps’ Hendrickson. They are now re-united with original drummer Charley ‘Aitch’ Bainbridge who is back in the line-up. Pauline is one of very few women in the 2-Tone scene - often referred to as "the Queen of Ska" she was awarded an OBE in the in the 2022 New Year Honours. 2-Tone was a crucial multi-racial, multi-cultural explosion borne out of Coventry and the Midlands that remade British pop from 1979 onwards.
Cara Dillon

Cara Dillon

10 May 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Born in Dungiven in 1975, surrounded and infused with the rich cultural heritage of her native County Derry, Cara has risen to become one of the finest exponents of traditional Irish song anywhere in the world. Together with her husband and musical partner, Sam Lakeman, she has succesfully steered an eclectic musical path defying the typical pigeonholes that hinder most artists in her genre. Celebrated for entwining traditional and contemporary elements she has earned both commercial success and astonishing critical acclaim. Whether she's singing her native traditional songs of lost love and emigration, or original compositions, you will be hard pressed to find a more emotive and captivating performer. Cara Dillon is at the very top of her field and one has the feeling she'll remain there for a very long time.
The Alter Eagles

The Alter Eagles

8 Jun 2025 - 9 May 2026

The Alter Eagles are an experienced, authentic Eagles tribute band. Formed in 2003, they perform the whole repertoire of Eagles tracks, from tasteful country rock – complete with full harmonies – through to hard rocking numbers, showcasing the Eagles’ trademark duelling electric guitars. The current set comprises material from 35 years of Eagles’ performances, up to and including 2007’s Long Road Out Of Eden. Lauded for their accuracy, the Alter Eagles are a tribute to the Eagles, pure and simple and in a typical two hour set play many of the band’s greatest hits, including ‘Hotel California’, ‘Desperado’, ‘Life In The Fast Lane’, ‘How Long’, ‘Lyin’ Eyes’, ‘Take It Easy’ and ‘One Of These Nights’.
The Bluetones

The Bluetones

9 May 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

A very special acoustic show with Mark Morriss & Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones. The band, formed in 1993, had an impressive run of hit singles throughout the late 90's/early 00's, including ’Bluetonic’, ‘Slight Return’, ‘Marblehead Johnson’, ‘Solomon Bites The Worm’, ‘If’ and ‘Keep the Fires Burning’. They scored thirteen Top 40 singles and three Top 10 albums in the UK charts before splitting up in 2011. Join frontman Mark Morriss alongside band mate Adam Devlin as they "Cut Some Rug" on stage together at this very intimate show.
Noasis

Noasis

9 May 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

Noasis is the definitive tribute band to Manchester’s five-piece super group Oasis. Formed by die hard Oasis fans back in 2006, the band has toured extensively and has justly earned its reputation as the leader of the pack. This is more than a tribute band this is Oasis from a parallel universe. With an obsessive attention to detail the band recreates the real Oasis experience with amazing energy playing all the classic songs as if they were their own.
Hollie McNish: The Lobster Tour

Hollie McNish: The Lobster Tour

22 May 2025 - 17 Mar 2026

Hollie McNish / The Lobster Paperback Tour With Michael Pedersen's Muckle Flugga Novel Launch The Show: Hollie McNish is a poet whose live shows are not to be missed. After a run of sold out gigs up and down the UK, she is back with the paperback of Lobster and other things I'm learning to love. A top three Sunday Times bestselling book, expect strong language and adult content, gift-wrapped in gorgeously crafted poetry as she reads from her latest collection, plus a selection of firm favourites from Slug and Nobody Told Me. In Lobster, Hollie brings her much-loved style to questions of friendship, flags and newborns, clocks, cocks and volvos, shining a ridiculous and beautifully poetic lens upon all those things we have been taught to hate, and which we might just learn to love again. Here, she will be joined by fellow poet and performer Michael Pedersen reading from his brand new book. Adult content warning 14+ / Book signing after the gig This is an 14+ event
Los Pacaminos

Los Pacaminos

9 Oct 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Bring on the Tex-Mex fun as Los Pacaminos invite you on a high-octane tequila-fuelled journey to border blues-ville. Expect a mash-up of Mariachi and Norteno styles from Mexico alongside the Country/Blues sounds of South-West America. Tex-mex is played by such luminaries as Ry Cooder, Flaco Jimenez, The Texas Tornados and of course Los Lobos. Plus - in the case of Los Pacaminos - Paul Young, one of the UK’s best- loved vocalists, who heads a formidable gang of well-seasoned musicians. As Paul says ‘Los Pacaminos started out just for fun, playing simply for the pleasure of it. It all took off from there. It’s real bar-room stuff - foot stompers, not too many slow songs - a real party atmosphere.’ A typical Pacaminos set might include Wooly Bully, La Bamba and sometimes, if enough tequila is flowing, Speedy Gonzales. Up for the party? Put your blues on cruise and come and join the fun!
Steve Harley

Steve Harley

22 May 2025 - 14 Jun 2025

Classic rock icon and 'Cockney Rebel', Steve Harley has written and recorded eleven albums in a prolific career covering four decades. In the mid-80s, Steve returned to live performances after a serious illness and has been wowing the crowds ever since.
Alabama 3

Alabama 3

24 Jul 2025 - 24 Jul 2025

Get ready for a celebration of Alabama 3’s 1997 debut album, Exile On Coldharbour Lane and their sophomore album, La Peste, alongside a selection of greatest hits. It's the 25th anniversary of the hit song "Woke Up This Morning", which served as the iconic theme song for the acclaimed TV show The Sopranos, and the track which features on both records.
Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell

Hejira: Celebrating Joni Mitchell

6 Jun 2025 - 3 Oct 2025

Hejira is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late ‘70s. Having released the albums The Hissing of Summer Lawns, Hejira, Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter and Mingus (regarded as her ‘jazz period’), Joni then toured briefly with a band formed from the crème de la crème of contemporaneous jazz musicians (Metheny, Mays, Brecker, Pastorius and Alias). The tour was recorded, producing the outstanding live album, ‘Shadows And Light’; it is from this album that the band Hejira is drawing the body of its repertoire. Comprising highly experienced jazz musicians, this band is fronted by the brilliant Hattie Whitehead who not only has - in her own way - assimilated the poise, power and beauty of Joni’s vocals, but also plays guitar with Joni’s stylistic mannerisms. Expect an evening of the ‘great’ songs from Mitchell’s back catalogue, such as Amelia, Woodstock, A Case Of You, Song For Sharon, Edith And The Kingpin etc.!
Chris Difford

Chris Difford

23 May 2025 - 26 Sept 2025

Chris Difford is a rare breed. As a member of one of London’s best-loved bands, the Squeeze co-founder has made a lasting contribution to English music with hits such as ‘Cool For Cats’, ‘Up The Junction’, ‘Labelled With Love’, ‘Hourglass’ and ‘Tempted’.
Bernard Butler

Bernard Butler

8 May 2025 - 9 May 2025

Bernard Butler is a Brit and Grammy Award winning musician. In 1989 he formed Suede releasing the Mercury winning debut Suede. The era-defining Dog Man Star was followed by his collaboration with David McAlmont on the anthem Yes. Two solo albums on Creation yielded a Brit nomination before producing seminal releases by The Libertines, Tricky, Black Kids, Kate Nash, James Morrison, Texas, Mark Eitzel, Paloma Faith and Duffy - spawning her Grammy and Brit Award winning debut Rockferry. He has played guitar for Pet Shop Boys, Bryan Ferry, Roy Orbison, Bert Jansch, The Libertines, Neneh Cherry, Robert Plant and Ben Watt. Butler is Patron to the Bert Jansch Foundation and Generator NE and lectures in songwriting for the Abbey Road Institute. In 2022 a collaboration with Jessie Buckley "For All Our Days That Tear The Heart" resulted in the shortlist to the 2022 Mercury Prize. Currently he has completed albums by Sam Lee, The Clockworks and a new solo album a solo album for 2024 release.
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers

28 Jun 2025 - 22 Feb 2026

All Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show. Featuring raw rock ’n’ roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances – and some genuinely hilarious moments – there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy experience. Audiences of all ages all over the globe have found it impossible to stay in their seats. From Dundee to Dubai, Swansea to Sweden, Taunton to Thailand and all across the USA, thousands of fans have shown their appreciation with standing ovations and shouts for “more!” So, whether you’re young in years or young at heart, this night with Buddy and the boys really is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles. Whatever the season, whatever the excuse to party, Everyday is a Holly Day with Buddy Holly and The Cricketers!
The Crazy World of Arthur Brown

The Crazy World of Arthur Brown

19 Jun 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Come celebrate with us in the new immersive multimedia tour by The Crazy World of Arthur Brown. 'A Human Perspective'. The show that Kingdom Come always wanted to do in the 70s. Now possible with the latest developments in technology. A full evening of 'psychedelic individuality, ingenuity and madness.' Featuring great musicians, iconic dance, stunning visuals, and sonic adventure. This is your chance to be part of the whole genuine psychedelic experience. Come dressed as elaborately, creatively, flamboyant or low key as you feel.... All of life is there. Come celebrate!
Dub Pistols

Dub Pistols

9 May 2025 - 5 Jun 2025

Dub Pistols are a London based dub music and big beat band, founded by ex-club promoter, Barry Ashworth, in 1996. The other members of the band were record producer and bassist Jason O'Bryan, Brooklyn producer and lyricist, T. K. Lawrence on vocals, Jap Slt guitarist John King, and turntablist DJ Stix / Steve Hunt. Guest songwriters and vocalists include Blade, James Dewes Sheffield (JMS), Rodney King and Terry Hall. In 2008 Dan Bowskill joined the band.
The Specials Ltd.

The Specials Ltd.

24 May 2025 - 24 Jan 2026

The Specials Ltd are the UK's most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone Legends, The Specials. When the original line up of The Specials split in 1981 they left behind a legacy which has been unrivaled by a single band since. The group were integral to promoting an anti-racial ethos, created a unique image and combined punk, ska and reggae music while lyrically commentating on the state of Britain in the late 70's and early 80's. They formed their own 2-Tone record label which launched the recording careers of Madness, The Beat and The Selecter. The Specials Ltd recreate the passion and enthusiasm of The Specials, bringing back memories of those who were there first time around and showing younger fans what they missed. The Specials Ltd are a 9 piece band full of energy, excitement and accuracy, performing Specials favourites such as Gangsters, Too Much Too Young, Do The Dog, Message To You Rudy, Stereotype, Rat Race, Do Nothing, Monkey Man, and Ghost Town.
The Amy Winehouse Experience: Lioness

The Amy Winehouse Experience: Lioness

31 May 2025 - 28 Mar 2026

In her short career the talent of Amy Winehouse created a lasting impression on the music world of the 21st century. Recording three critically acclaimed albums from her debut ‘Frank’ in 2003, the Grammy Award winning ‘Back to Black’ in 2006 and the posthumous ‘Lioness’ in 2011 along with the covers of ‘Cupid’ and ‘Valerie’ with Producer Mark Ronson no one can deny the talent and impact of this often misunderstood star. Lioness provide an authentic tribute to the precocious talent featuring TV’s ‘Stars in Their Eyes’ finalist Emma Wright as Amy Winehouse plus a full seven piece backing band to recreate the authentic sound of this heady mix of jazz, soul and pop. This full stage show showcasing the talent of this songstress will take you on a journey through the emotional roller coaster of her song writing, guaranteed to have you singing and dancing along throughout the performance. The band are made up of hand-picked experienced musicians, carefully selected to maintain the accuracy to the original performances of the UK’s brightest star that so tragically burned out in 2011, focusing on her vocal talent and soul. Lioness provide, without doubt, the most authentic recreation of Amy Winehouse, designed to entertain and deliver the experience of Amy at her very best. Having recently completed their first two UK and Irish tours the response from the audience has exceeded all expectations. Selling out shows and covering over 8,000 miles and selling in excess of 7,000 tickets in the past year The Amy Winehouse Experience have delivered at every level.
Josh Berry

Josh Berry

12 Sept 2025 - 4 Oct 2025

With a repertoire stretching from politicians to comedians and sports stars, Josh quickly became a hit live and online. He says he used to use his impressions to help deal with life’s little challenges, like using the voice of Daniel Radcliffe to get a date. Having seen his compilation of tennis player impressions go viral he now counts the likes of Andy Murray as fans.
Mad Dog Mcrea

Mad Dog Mcrea

17 May 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs. In constant demand and having played just about every festival and two-bit, jibe-arsed dive in Christendom, Mad Dog Mcrea are, in every sense of the word, a live, band.
National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa ( Doctor Who; Sex Education ) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. Max Webster ( Life of Pi ) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.
Space

Space

9 May 2025 - 14 Nov 2025

Indie-rock outfit from Liverpool who hit the charts in the mid-90s with the quirky 'Female of the Species' and 'The Ballad of Tom Jones'.
Pete Firman

Pete Firman

11 Sept 2025 - 2 May 2026

With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician. Join him for an evening of Tricks & Giggles , as Pete brings his trademark blend of magic and comedy from the small screen to stages around the UK with this brand-new show. Expect impossible feats, sleight of hand and big laughs from one of magic's most exciting performers! As seen on Amazon's Good Omens , ITV1's Tonight at the London Palladium and The Next Great Magician , BBC1's The John Bishop Show and The Sarah Millican Television Programme . He's probably also popped up on your social media feeds with his mind-boggling and regularly viral magic videos. Please note: Children under 11 years of age cannot be admitted. Please note that there is a theatre restoration levy of £1.50 per ticket. This levy applies to all transactions, whether made in person at our Box Office, by post or by phone, for all payment types. The Rondo opens half an hour before the start of each show. Please ensure that you arrive before the advertised start time, as it may not be possible to admit late-comers.
The Rollin' Stoned

The Rollin' Stoned

31 May 2025 - 14 Nov 2025

A tribute to “The Greatest Rock’n’Roll Band” the world has seen, focusing on the early part of their career from 1964-1969 including “Jumping Jack Flash”, “Paint It Black”, “Not Fade Away”, & “Satisfaction”. Enthusiastic fans rate the band very highly and those from the Stones inner circle liked them so much, they booked them for a band member’s birthday party! The costumes are shamelessly camp gaudy and fab, the instruments genuinely vintage and the wit irreverent. However, while the tongue is never far from the cheek, it is never to the detriment of the music.
The Young’uns 20

The Young’uns 20

28 May 2025 - 28 May 2025

Much-loved folk trio, the Young’uns, celebrate 20 years of singing together. One night in Stockton-on-Tees, three teenagers heard strange sounds coming from the backroom of a pub. They went in. They heard people singing songs they’d never heard before. Songs without instruments. Songs in their own accents. Songs about places they knew. Folk songs. They joined in. Because they were the youngest ones there by several decades, they were soon labelled ‘the Young’uns.’ 20 years on and they’ve carried their unfortunate name around the world, from Sydney to Vancouver, from Radio Tees to Radio 4, won three BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and gained a reputation for singing life-affirming songs of social conscience in immaculate three-part harmony. As well as their 20th anniversary, Sean Cooney, Michael Hughes and David Eagle will each be celebrating their 40th birthdays on tour!
The Wedding Present

The Wedding Present

9 May 2025 - 25 Oct 2025

The Wedding Present, formed from the ashes of Lost Pandas, were founded in Leeds, England, in 1985. The only constant member throughout the group's history was singer/songwriter David Gedge. The initial line-up included guitarist Peter Solowka, bassist Keith Gregory, and drummer Shaun Charman.
Milton Jones: HA!milton

Milton Jones: HA!milton

6 Jun 2025 - 29 Nov 2025

This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn’t make a song and dance about it. He has more important things to discuss. Like giraffes... and there’s a bit about tomatoes. You might know him from Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo or Radio 4. Or that time he stood for the Scottish National Party, fought a hard campaign, but in the end had to respect the wishes of the people of Cardiff. A whole new show of daftness. You know it makes sense. Warning - contains jokes from the start.
India Electric Co.

India Electric Co.

9 May 2025 - 28 Sept 2025

Sometimes folk, sometimes not. India Electric Company use traditional instruments in contemporary styles to explore diverse themes from Eastern Europe, Irish traditions and urban alienation to end up with something “quirky and glittery - a veritable musical magpie’s nest.” - Mary Ann Kennedy, BBC Radio 3. After releasing their debut debut album The Girl I Left Behind Me in 2015 they began extensively supporting and accompanying Midge Ure throughout Europe. They performed live sessions on BBC Radio 2, 6 Music, as well as playing the likes of Glastonbury Festival and Cambridge Folk Festival. Currently they are embarking on their first tours of Australia, New Zealand, Scandinavia and Ireland to coincide with the release of their latest recordings.
Mark Chadwick

Mark Chadwick

23 May 2025 - 27 Nov 2025

Mark Chadwick is an English singer, songwriter and musician, best known as the co-founding frontman and lyricist of the British band Levellers, who were once considered the most popular Indie band in Britain. The band saw their popularity culminate in their record breaking headlining act at Glastonbury Festival in 1994 when they played to a crowd of over 300,000. Besides his work with Levellers, Chadwick has also enjoyed a successful solo career.
Jason Byrne: Head in the Clouds

Jason Byrne: Head in the Clouds

31 Jul 2025 - 29 Nov 2025

Where does he get it all from? A common phrase heard outside Jason Byrne’s show as the crowd leave with utter joy in their hearts. Jason literally has his Head In the Clouds most of the time, but thankfully, mainly when he’s on stage! It’s laughter at its highest, as we watch Jason pull magic from his cloudy head down onto the stage. Be it, stormy stand up, calm fun or audience members with clouds literally on their heads. Come join Jason in the clouds, for a night of beautiful unpredictable, fluffy, mayhem.
Adrian Cox Trio

Adrian Cox Trio

15 May 2025 - 16 May 2025

"Makin' Runs," the latest project by internationally acclaimed clarinettist Adrian Cox, delves into alternative ragtime repertoire from the early jazz era, aiming to capture and express the timeless essence of the music. According to legend, "Makin' Runs" is a tune attributed to Buddy Bolden, heard by Bunk Johnson in New Orleans. The phrase symbolises Bolden's vision for inventive improvisations whilst never repeating himself. The trio endeavours to emulate that spirit, crafting tight yet dynamic arrangements that honour the music's original intent, allowing ample room for improvisational fire. The program includes compositions by Duke Ellington, Sidney Bechet, Jelly Roll Morton, Barney Bigard and many more. The trio is completed by the incredible talents of Will Sach (double bass) & “Honey” Boulton (guitar) Internationally acclaimed jazz clarinetist Adrian Cox at age 40 is certainly performing at the top of his game. He is one of the leading exponents of the New Orleans clarinet and has a huge wealth of knowledge of the music and the players of the era. His unrivaled feel and virtuosity for the music he plays have led to concerts with the biggest names in jazz including two concerts with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra both in London and New York. Adrian spends the majority of his life on tour around the world and at the time of writing this, has performed in over 30 countries in the past 18 months.
James Morton Groove Den

James Morton Groove Den

10 May 2025 - 1 Nov 2025

James Morton - sax Alex Hutchings - guitar Anders Olinder - Organ Francesco Mendolia - drums Groove Den is a collaborative meeting of minds and the brainchild of James Morton, a heavyweight in Bristol's music scene. It delivers a fresh sound characterized by groove, soul, and musical innovation. Drawing on a diverse array of musical styles, including jazz, funk, hip-hop, soul, and rock, the unifying elements are groove and feel. James, one of the most exciting saxophonists of his generation, and has performed and recorded with some of the music industry's most prolific artists, Including Pee Wee Ellis, Fred Wesley and The New JB’s, George Clinton, The Herbaliser, Kasabian, Pendulum, and the NPG Horns (Prince), among others. He has also released two critically acclaimed albums: "The Kid" and "Don’t You Worry ‘Bout That." On guitar, Alex Hutchings has been captivating international audiences with his distinctive, heartfelt playing and technical brilliance for over a decade. His recent accomplishments include a 150-date world tour with Steven Wilson (formerly of Porcupine Tree), which culminated in three nights at The Royal Albert Hall, released on DVD. Alex has also composed music for the BBC and has become a YouTube sensation, boasting nearly 100,000 followers on his channel. The group's lineup is rounded out by powerhouse drummer Francesco Mendolia, the rhythmic backbone of funk supergroup Incognito, and Swedish funk and soul maestro Anders Olinder on Hammond Organ, known for his work with Glen Hughes and Pee Wee Ellis. Featuring lyrical, funky, soulful saxophones, blistering guitar solos, and deep heavy grooves, Groove Den takes listeners on a journey from New Orleans to the urban streets of Bristol. Welcome to Groove Den.
Willy Mason

Willy Mason

22 Oct 2025 - 15 Nov 2025

A mixture of folk, blues and country from the politically charged Massachusetts-based singer/songwriter Willy Mason. He explores honesty and deception, anonymity in the digital age, good intentions with unexpected consequences, freedom, colonialism, love, god, and purpose.
Young Gun Silver Fox

Young Gun Silver Fox

11 May 2025 - 18 May 2025

Young Gun Silver Fox are musical sorcerers. They've fashioned a fresh and modern sound that summons one of the most vibrant and influential epochs in popular music The forces behind Young Gun Silver Fox are Andy Platts and Shawn Lee. It was inevitable that two of the most prolific and versatile pop music linguists would one day collaborate on a studio project that crystallized many of their creative strengths. West End Coast fuses the talents they've mastered in their respective careers, from Andy's role as frontman and co-founder of UK band Mamas Gun to Shawn's numerous self-produced projects with AM and his own Ping Pong Orchestra. The authentic hybrid of styles on West End Coast is further steeped in the fact that Shawn, the team's silver-haired Silver Fox, is an American who resided in LA for seven years before relocating to London. Like the moon pulling the tide, Young Gun Silver Fox are a magnet for good songs. 'We're both so obsessed and constantly interested in music-making,' says Andy. 'We're both thinking about it all the time. When you know you have an accomplice with you that's the same as you, it's very liberating. Suddenly, worlds of color start to appear.'
Angela Barnes: Hot Mess

Angela Barnes: Hot Mess

5 Jun 2025 - 29 Oct 2025

Angela Barnes (Mock The Week, Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and former chair of BBC Radio 4's The News Quiz) has good intentions but trying to live your best life, as it turns out, is really bloody hard.
Absolute Bowie

Absolute Bowie

10 May 2025 - 11 Apr 2026

There will only ever be one David Bowie, he was unique in every way and an inspiration to millions. Absolute Bowie, Europe's Finest David Bowie Tribute continue to celebrate the life and music of the Starman with a spectacular show uniting Bowie fans across the UK.
National Theatre Live: Dr Strangelove
Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan (Alan Partridge, The Trip) plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

 When a rogue U.S General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction. This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep) and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow, The Play What I Wrote).
Miles Hunt

Miles Hunt

11 May 2025 - 26 Sept 2025

The Wonder Stuff’s Miles Hunt returns to perform songs from his forthcoming album Things Can Change, alongside classics from his 36-year career. For the new album, Miles did what he’s always done and wrote about things that were happening around him, and what had happened to him in the past. Endeavouring to make the music as uplifting as possible, Miles came to accept that we live in a constant state of flux - things can, and will, change. But one thing that he can always be sure of is that his community of friends and family keep him from sinking.
Nine Below Zero

Nine Below Zero

5 Jun 2025 - 20 Feb 2026

One of the UK’s finest Rhythm ’n’ Blues bands, Nine Below Zero formed in 1979 and named themselves after the famous Sonny Boy Williamson song.
Myra Dubois

Myra Dubois

3 Sept 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

With her passion for compassion and flair for giving care, the bust a gut funny (Graham Norton) Myra DuBois calls out to the disadvantaged, downtrodden and tyrannised of the world with her manifesto for mental health: Ad Myrism! But are you ready to receive the call?
Lyme Regis Comedy Club 

Lyme Regis Comedy Club 

24 May 2025 - 20 Jun 2025

Four comedians on the bill for our bargain comedy night! As one of the most sought after acts on the comedy circuit, Stephen Carlin headlines at all the major comedy venues and has performed extensively throughout the United Kingdom and Internationally. Support comes from Plastic Jeezuz and Pete Selwood with host Tom Glover, with one more act to be announced.
Skinny Lister

Skinny Lister

7 May 2025 - 26 Sept 2025

Skinny Lister are not your average, modern day, gentrified English folk group. Fronted by Dan Heptinstall and Lorna Thomas; a vocalist with a lusty cackle and flirtatious presence, the London based five-piece hail from across England.
Ozric Tentacles

Ozric Tentacles

24 May 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

One of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK’s festival scene, Ozric Tentacles formed during the solstice at Stonehenge Free Festival 1983 going on to become psychedelic staples at Glastonbury and other festivals. The creative vision of multi-instrumentalist Ed Wynne, the Ozrics’ uniquely trippy soundscapes connect fans of progressive rock, psychedelia and dance music culture.
Siobhan Miller

Siobhan Miller

7 May 2025 - 25 May 2025

Described as ‘one of the best Scottish traditional singers on the planet’ (fRoots), Siobhan Miller is a richly celebrated folk singer and songwriter, whose soulful and stirring renewal of traditional song has won her the BBC Radio 2 Folk Award for Best Traditional Track and the BBC Alba Scots Trad Music Awards’ Scots Singer of the Year an unprecedented four times. She appears at the Granary with Innes White, guitar, Charlie Stewart, fiddle and Euan Burton, double bass.
John Shuttleworth's Raise the Oof!

John Shuttleworth's Raise the Oof!

14 May 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Due to huge demand, John Shuttleworth returns to the Playhouse this November with Raise the Oof! Radio 4 favourite, comedy legend, and ‘the 42nd best reason to love Britain’ (The Telegraph) John Shuttleworth, is back with more hilarious stories and songs performed on his trusty Yamaha organ (with built-in auto accompaniment!) In Raise The Oof John celebrates 40 years in showbiz. Yes, it was 1985 when he met TV’s Clarinet Man – next door neighbour Ken Worthington who came last on New Faces in 73 (Tony Hatch crucified him!)
Matt Chorley: Making a Meal of It

Matt Chorley: Making a Meal of It

1 Jul 2025 - 10 Nov 2025

For two decades Matt Chorley has feasted on politics, stalking the corridors, pubs and restaurants of Westminster. Now the award-winning writer, podcaster, comedian and BBC Radio 5 Live presenter has all the ingredients to cook up an hilarious new show looking at parliament's feuding food factions and how politicians really are what they eat. Warning: Politics may contain nuts.
John Otway

John Otway

17 Jul 2025 - 15 Mar 2026

John Otway and his hard hitting band attack his favourite set list with gusto, leaving plenty of room for anarchy, fun and acrobatics that are his trademark. The Big Band are Richard Holgarth (lead guitar), Seymour (bass guitar), Murray Torkildsen (guitar, songwriter), Adam Batterbee (drums).
Ferocious Dog

Ferocious Dog

15 May 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Ferocious Dog takes the traditional instruments; fiddles, whistles, mandolins and mixes them up with a bit of, raw, buzz saw rock'n'roll attitude. With their unique, aggressive yet feel-good music they tear up venues across the country often bringing their faithful Hell Hounds along for the ride.
Letz Zep: Led Zeppelin Tribute

Letz Zep: Led Zeppelin Tribute

6 Jun 2025 - 7 Feb 2026

Letz Zep is not an exercise in nostalgia, but of revolt against the time, a heart-rendering shout against mediocrity and forgetfulness, faithfully recreating the sights and sounds of Led Zeppelin at their awesome best. The band are gathering an international reputation, having been invited to perform, often as headline act, at large festivals in Greece, Italy, France, Spain, Venezuela, Belgium and here in the UK.
Deathtrap By Ira Levin - Summer Season Of Plays
To purchase a season ticket please select a date for each play (DEATHTRAP, A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN, STRICTLY MURDER, PERSUASION, FALLEN ANGELS) to add to your basket. Proceed to check out and an automatic discount will be applied.
Jane Austens PERSUASION - Summer Season of Plays
To purchase a season ticket please select a date for each play (DEATHTRAP, A BRIEF HISTORY OF WOMEN, STRICTLY MURDER, PERSUASION, FALLEN ANGELS) to add to your basket. Proceed to check out and an automatic discount will be applied.
Exhibition on Screen: Michelangelo -- Love And Death
A fresh biography of Michelangelo, who is considered one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance. This film explores his relationship with his contemporaries and his immense artistic practice that included painting, sculpture and architecture. The documentary coincides with a glorious new exhibition at the National Gallery of London.

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