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SUMMARY:Hold The Line -The Ultimate Toto Experience
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for HOLD THE LINE\, a brand-new tribute band bringing the legendary music of Toto to life! \nThis powerhouse 6-piece group delivers all the hits\, spanning four decades of Toto’s iconic sound. Based in Cornwall\, HOLD THE LINE combines top- tier musicianship and passion to recreate the magic of classics. \nExpect electrifying renditions of your favourite Toto tracks like “Africa\,” “Rosanna\, and\, of course\, “Hold the Line”. \nIf you are a Toto fan\, you won’t want to miss Hold the Line live. Buckle up for an unforgettable musical journey that will leave you singing along and wanting more.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/hold-the-line-toto-tribute-band/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:90s,Band,Cover Band,Live music,Tribute band,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260307T223000
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SUMMARY:Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Jarred Christmas & Guests
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For The Weekend with Jarred Christmas featuring Joey Page & Tom Glover\nHeadliner: Jarred Christmas\n\nNew Zealander Jarred Christmas has a unique style that deftly mixes gags with storytelling. He has a dynamic onstage persona and the ability to improvise and roll with anything that’s thrown his way\, making his comedy sizzle with originality. \nFull of passion and charisma\, Jarred takes the audience on a hilarious thrill ride of laughs and gasps with an edge of anger that manifests itself in his incredible rants against the small things in our lives. His confidence leaves the audience secure in the knowledge that they are in capable hands. His material is strong and distinctive\, drawn from life experience and random happenings. \nJarred’s unique and larger than life persona has won him fans across the country\, proving him to be one of the most likeable stars on the circuit. His energetic storytelling has earned him a whole host of accolades including a Chortle Award and has catapulted him to the forefront of our TV screens in shows such as Mock The Week (BBC2)\, Never Mind the Buzzcocks (BBC2)  8 out of 10 Cats\, (Channel 4)\, Argumental (Dave)\, One Night Stand (Dave) and Let’s Dance for Comic Relief (BBC 1). His radio credits include Act Your Age (BBC Radio 4)\, and Flight of the Conchords (BBC Radio 2). \n“Likeable\, intelligent and full of unpredictable energy” The Scotsman\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260311T223000
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SUMMARY:Theatre: Wednesday Night Improv: March Triple Bill
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Night Improv’s monthly show continues with a triple bill packed with quick wit\, bold characters\, and stories made up on the spot. \nJoin us for a midweek comedy boost featuring three of Bristol’s sharpest improv acts – each one creating a brand-new show right before your eyes\, all inspired by audience suggestions. \n[1] FAIRLY NON-BIO\nIn Fairly Non-Bio\, a panel of filmmakers at a biopic film’s premiere discuss and dissect the scenes of their film\, along the way discovering that maybe it’s not quite as good as they’d hoped. Reality is temporary; film is permanent. But did any of that really happen? \nFairly Non-Bio is the brainchild of Cathal Dowd\, drawing together improvisers from across Bristol\, including performers from The Groundhogs\, I Don’t Know What You’ll Do This Summer\, Beansville\, and more. After successful launch performances at the Bristol Improv Theatre in 2025\, Fairly Non-Bio continue to perform regularly across Bristol. \n[2] BIRDWATCHERS\nBirdwatchers are a two-prov team made up of Anna Kemp (This is Your Musical) and Paige Tummons (Jazz Police). In their original “epilogue” format\, Birdwatchers explore the present and past of 2 characters reminiscing together. The exploratory flashbacks combine comedic elements\, heartfelt scenes\, and absolutely ridiculous moments that are sure to make you laugh and think that maybe your own family isn’t that weird after all. \nBirdwatchers have performed extensively in Bristol and won the Improv Cagematch in 2019. \n[3] PRESSURE COOKER: THE IMPROVISED RESTAURANT SHOW\nPressure Cooker whisks you into a fictional restaurant where a dynamic ensemble brings the chefs\, customers\, and kitchen chaos to life. Using your stories as ingredients\, our performers cook up hilarious\, unpredictable scenes on the spot. From meltdowns to menu mayhem\, it’s comedy served hot and fast. \nWinners of the 2025 Bristol Improv Gauntlet | “Pure Comedic Alchemy” — Bristol 24/7 \n—\nWhether you’re a seasoned comedy fan or just curious about what happens when performers make it all up as they go\, this is a perfect night to dive into Bristol’s thriving improv scene. Expect laughter\, surprises\, and something completely different – every single time.\n— \nPart of the Wednesday Night Improv series – We’re on the second Wednesday of every month! Details here: https://linktr.ee/wednightimprov \n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/theatre-wednesday-night-improv-march-triple-bill/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Improv,Theatre,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T223000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Joe Steels Group
DESCRIPTION:Guitarist Joe Steels is based in Appleby in Westmorland and has assembled a band featuring some of the best players in the North East. \nExpect shimmering harmonies\, intricate lines\, and an instinct for space that lets every note breathe. Joe’s playing moves between lyrical storytelling and fearless improvisation\, drawing on influences from modern jazz\, folk and ambient soundscapes. \nTouring to promote their second album\, ‘A Blue Patch’ draws together a selection of narratives taken from various aspects of his life and is more broadly a commentary on his belief in music as a vital part of what it is to be human;  the euphoric moments\, the times that test us and just simply being. Powerful melodies derived from folk and Celtic themes metamorphose with jazz harmony and rhythm in a fusion of genres that is full of excitement\, optimism and heartfelt connectivity. \n“Wonderful!” – Nikki Iles\n“…Joe’s flowing lines a thing of beauty” – Bebop Spoken Here\n“the standout act” – Simply Jazz Talk \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-joe-steels-group/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260314T223000
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SUMMARY:Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Stephen Grant & Guests
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For The Weekend with Stephen Grant featuring Will Owen & Jeremy Flynn\nHeadliner:\n\nStephen Grant is one of the UK’s funniest\, hardest working and most respected comedians. Whether voicing animations\, warming up TV audiences\, presenting radio shows or hosting corporate award nights Stephen never fails to pull in the laughs. \nAlong with his clutch of awards and critical acclaim\, it is not hard to see why Stephen is so popular\, he possesses an energy and intellect which\, when combined\, make for dynamite comedy.  His speed and dynamism create a magical energy which has audiences rapt and hanging on his every word. \n“He’s famously pedantic\, relentlessly logical and with the kind of comedy vision that can see round corners…”  Chortle
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-stand-up-for-the-weekend-with-stephen-grant-guests/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260321T223000
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SUMMARY:Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Garrett Millerick
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For The Weekend with Garrett Millerick featuring Sam Picone & Ross Smith\n\nGarrett Millerick is an acclaimed stand up comedian\, writer and director. His unique and versatile style has led to him being in great demand on the alternative and club circuits both in the UK and internationally. \n\n\nGarrett is known for his grumpy\, grouchy persona who is fed up with the pretenses of the modern world\, aiming his criticism at everything from the fraudulent activity of the recycling industry to growing depression inflicted by miserablist\, oversharing celebrities. His shouty\, ironic delivery keeps you on the edge of your seat and the crushing punchlines can leave you exhilarated as he rages against yet more societal hypocrisies.\n“A virtuoso display of unforgivingly grumpy stand up delivered with fire in his soul” Chortle
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-stand-up-for-the-weekend-with-garrett-millerick/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260322T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260322T223000
DTSTAMP:20260218T093744Z
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SUMMARY:The New Cut Collective + Special Guest DJ Tom Westwood
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand following last year’s sell-out gig\,  these Bristol-based funk meisters return to the Hen & Chicken. \nThey’ll be playing the finest cuts of Funky Soul-Jazz and upbeat Latin grooves to keep you dancing all night long. Primed to entertain\, with fresh arrangements of tunes by the likes of Ramsey Lewis\, Herbie Hancock\, Sergio Mendes\, Gil Scott-Heron\, Mongo Santamaria and Jimmy Smith\, this tight collective will leave your weekend on a high. \nCranking up the tremolo for those Hammond stings and going full Ramsey on the Piano\, but also stripping it back to some of that mellow\, funky Rhodes: Murray Benjamin\, a long time musician on the local scene – MC of Fromage En Feu\, and former band member of several Bristol Institutions (Mo-Funk\, Orquestra Montpelier & K’Chevere). \nWarming up to the full New Cut Collective horn section\, we give you the silky slide jazz/funk trombonist: Savio Pacini\, the go-to on the Bristol live and session scene; currently also gigging with Gee Baby and The Regz. \nJames Brown had Bootsy Collins\, Herbie Hancock had Freddie Washington\, but neither of these were available so we settled for the funkiest (and nicest) bassman in town: Mike Rogers\, at the back giving the band that solid groove foundation (Kid Sinister\, Stick of Rock & Gee Baby). \nFrom New Orleans\, Louisiana\, laying down those funky beats to set it all ablaze\, introducing the essential: Chris Courville (of Grammy-nominated band Lost Bayou Ramblers). \nExpanding our sound with sought after percussion skills\, the amazingly versatile: Brendan Hockey adds further groove to the band sound with his arsenal of bongos\, congas\, güiro and a bag full of extras. Previously and currently gigging around the UK and beyond with Baila La Cumbia\, Mo Funk & The Fantasy Orchestra. \nFrom sunny Napoli and raised on espresso\, pizza and funky vibes\, we introduce the newest member of the band: Antonio Moraca. Fast fingered\, a master of the wah-wah and an aficionado of jazz soul\, Antonio has toured Italy with many bands including Antipodia\, Radio Pulp & Radiokiller. \nIn between sets\, Dj Tom Westwood (of Bar57 fame) will be spinning the vinyl to keep those feet on the dance floor (bring spare shoes!).  Bigger venue this year but book early to enjoy special ticket prices. Early Bird tickets on sale now! (if you’re quick enough).
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/the-new-cut-collective-special-guest-dj-tom-westwood-bar-57/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Funky Jazz,Latin Grooves,Live music,soul,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260325T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T223000
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SUMMARY:Music: Gabriel Moreno & El Hall
DESCRIPTION:Masters of their crafts\, Moreno (Spain) and Hall (UK) are songwriter-poets born two weeks apart\, hermanos you might say. Gabriel Moreno (cultural ambassador for Gibraltar\, Spain) and El Hall (founder of mental health and music organisation Mind Your Music\, Bristol\, UK) are both outstanding songwriters and entertainers\, each with one foot in Spain and one here in the UK. \nWith countless published books of poetry under his belt along with multiple album releases\, charismatic and larger-than-life Moreno – currently living in London – is selling out shows all over the country. Often accompanied by friends on violin or clarinet\, he woos the audience with tales of ‘bohemia’\, foot stomping and hip shaking\, and it is impossible not to get swept up and sing along. \n  \n‘An offshoot of Leonard Cohen and Neil Dimaond. I love it!’ Cerys Matthews Radio 6 \nFamously making the leap ‘from psychiatric ward to the concert hall’ Hall spent many younger years battling significant demons. He now runs mental health and music organisation Mind Your Music\, helping others to do the same. Although born and bred in the UK\, Hall – often touted to be ‘UK’s answer to Bob Dylan’ – is a self-taught Spanish speaker interested in flamenco music and\, like Moreno\, the poetry of Lorca\, and this shows in his music. Powerful\, romantic\, beautiful and shocking\, his words and melodies will stay with you long after the show. \n‘Congratulations\, this is the best set of songs I’ve ever been asked to review.’ Alex Lee Thompson\, NME journalist \n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-gabriel-moreno-ed-hall/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Live music,Poetry,singer-songwriter,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T200000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Dave Jones Quintet - 2 Down and 1 Across
DESCRIPTION:Following the quintet’s previous projects ‘A Hole in One’ and ‘A Hole in Two’\, they now have a new project for 2026 – ‘2 Down and 1 Across’ featuring new interpretations of tunes from Songbook\, arguably the finest album by Kenny Garrett\, alongside new and not so new tunes by pianist/composer Dave Jones. \nThe opening tune of Garrett’s Songbook album\, ‘2 Down and 1 Across’\, gives a dramatic start to arguably his finest album\, bringing together a particularly strong set of compositions and one of his finest line-ups featuring the late great pianist Kenny Kirkland and Jeff ‘Tain’ Watts on the drums. The Dave Jones Quintet will be interpreting a handful of Garrett tunes from Songbook (plus an additional one by Kirkland)\, alongside compositions new and old from Jones. \nDave also composes music for TV\, and has had numerous placements of tracks in productions in the US (‘The Big Bang Theory’\, ‘The Today Show’\, The US Open Golf Tournament)\, in Japan (NHK news and current affairs)\, and the UK (‘University Challenge’\, ‘Location\, Location\, Location’\, ‘Alan Carr’s Adventures with Agatha Christie’\, and many others). \n“Scintillating horn interplay that mixed fire with subtlety\, qualities that Jones also brought to a sparkling piano solo” (JazzMann\, live review 2023). “Solid and deep-delving swing\, especially when the band switched straight into fifth gear\, as on ‘Chief Blackwater’ “ (Jazz Journal\, live review 2023). \nSaxophonist Ben Waghorn is one of Bristol’s finest players with a national reputation – he has worked in London’s West End and on many pop\, TV and film recordings. He has been involved in a range of projects with Keith Tippett\, including ‘Tapestry’\, a piece written by Keith for two saxophone quartets and the BBC singers\, the quartet ‘Work in Progress’ and The Keith Tippett Octet. He can also be heard on recordings with Geoff Eales and Dave Stapleton [Slowly Rolling Camera]. Ben has also recently performed with the BBC Big Band and played in Singapore with the London Concert Orchestra. \nTrumpeter Andy Hague is well known as leader of his own quintet\, Double Standards quartet and Horace Silver tribute Silverado. He also frequently appears at the club on drums. \nBassist Ashley John Long is revered for his astonishing technique\, and alongside his jazz career has a growing reputation as a contemporary classical composer. \nDrummer Ryan Thrupp graduated with a First from the Royal Welsh College jazz degree course a few years back\, and besides his jazz activities plays with funky festival favourites Cut Capers and appeared on live BBC TV from Glastonbury 2023 with afro-beat balafon player N’famady Kouyaté. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-dave-jones-quintet-2-down-and-1-across/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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SUMMARY:Music: Digsby
DESCRIPTION:Bristol’s Digsby bring their Americana tinged ‘sophisticated retro-pop’ to the Chicken Shed to mark the release of their debut album\, ‘Death of the Party’. Digsby combine big guitars and killer choruses with Laurel Canyon-esque harmonies. \nSince the release of their debut EP in 2019\, Digsby have earned international airplay and growing acclaim\, becoming finalists for EP of the Year at the Unsigned Music Awards 2025. Their singles have been championed by BBC Introducing\, featured on BBC 6 Music’s Tom Robinson’s Fresh on the Net\, and named the ‘Big New Sound’ on BBC Bristol. \nSupport from Tom Corneill (Young Martyrs): A special acoustic set from Tom Corneill\, the front man from one of Bristol’s biggest bands\, Young Martyrs. Tom’s classic songwriting blends rock and Americana to create anthemic songs with big hooks. Not to be missed. \nTickets: £8 (incl 65p booking fee) \nEntry requirements: 18+ \n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-digsby/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:alt-pop,Americana,indi-rock,indie-pop,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260328T223000
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SUMMARY:Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Finlay Christie & Guests
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For The Weekend with Finlay Christie featuring Burt Williamson & Jack Campbell\n\nAt 19\, Finlay Christie became one of the youngest ever winners of the prestigious So You Think You’re Funny competition\, following in the footsteps of Peter Kay\, Lee Mack and Sarah Millican. 3 years later\, his debut Edinburgh show “OK Zoomer” was nominated for NextUp’s “Best Show” award and was released as a special in October 2023\, with over 365\,000 views. His material\, based around his experience as a Gen Z\, led Chortle to describe him as “the voice of his generation”.\n\nHis 2024 Fringe show “I Deserve This” received multiple 5 star reviews\, won the Entertainment Now “WoW” award and was nominated for the ISH “Best Show” award. The Guardian described it as “Comedy gold” and Edinburgh Festivals Magazine stated there was “Barely a single joke that wasn’t a fresh zinger.”\n\nSo what we are saying is\, if you want to see a future stand up star in the making you’d better come along before he moves up to the enormo-rooms!\n\n\n“Comedy gold… Pleasingly black-hearted wit.” The Guardian
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-stand-up-for-the-weekend-with-finlay-christie-guests/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260329T220000
DTSTAMP:20260212T115915Z
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SUMMARY:Comedy: The Sunday Alternative with Shappi Khorsandi & Guests
DESCRIPTION:Shaparak “Shappi” Khorsandi is a celebrated British-Iranian comedian known for her fearless\, funny takes on identity\, family\, and modern life. She’s lit up screens on Live at the Apollo\, Mock the Week\, QI\, Have I Got News For You\, and even braved the jungle on I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!. A regular on BBC Radio 4’s Just a Minute and countless panel shows\, Shappi’s sharp wit and warm storytelling have made her a household name.\n“More passion\, relevance and urgency than ever” Chortle
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-the-sunday-alternative-with-shappi-khorsandi-guests/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260330T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260330T213000
DTSTAMP:20260213T143542Z
CREATED:20260213T143542Z
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SUMMARY:Talk: A Psychologist’s Guide to Expressing Female Rage
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning psychologist Dr. Lalitaa Suglani to explore women’s hidden rage\, why it matters\, and how to release it. With Q&A. \n\nDo you often find yourself suppressing your anger? When anger goes unexpressed\, it can surface as anxiety\, burnout and self-blame. Yet\, anger is not something to fear\, it is a powerful emotional signal. \nThis talk will explore where female range comes from\, why so many women are conditioned to silence it and how to better recognise it. We will explore the psychological roots of anger\, and how early social and relational conditioning shapes how safely we feel able to express it. Walk away with practical guides to recognise\, regulate and communicate anger constructively. Join Dr Suglani to find out why your rage has been hiding\, and how to work with it consciously. \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr. Lalitaa Suglani is an award-winning psychologist specialising in helping high-achieving professionals manage stress\, burnout\, and high-functioning anxiety. As the author of High Functioning Anxiety: How to Manage Inner Panic and Thrive\, she offers actionable tools to help individuals live authentically while resisting the pressures of overwork. With a wealth of experience speaking at international events and appearing on multiple podcasts\, Dr. Suglani is committed to empowering individuals to balance ambition with well-being and resilience. \n\n\n\n\nRead more
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-a-psychologists-guide-to-expressing-female-rage/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260331T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T122108Z
CREATED:20260326T122116Z
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SUMMARY:Bristol Modern Jive
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Modern Jive Club Classes offer modern LeRoc Classes in Bristol. No need to bring a partner as we all move around the room. \nWarning! Dancing seriously improves your health\, including: \nBalance\, coordination and spatial awareness \nMemory and mental fitness \nCardiovascular (good for your heart) \nMeet new people and make new friends \nStress relief \nWeight loss\, burns calories \nReduce depression (When you exercise\, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. Endorphins trigger a positive feeling in the body ). \nKeeps you fit and increases energy. \n  \nNo need to book in advance. Just turn up on the day/night.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/bristol-modern-jive-3/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol modern jive,Dance class,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260402T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260402T223000
DTSTAMP:20260216T121806Z
CREATED:20260216T121806Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Nye Banfield Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from rural Leicestershire with Welsh roots\, Nye Banfield is a distinctly creative saxophonist and composer. Now based in Birmingham after a 9 year stint in South London\, Nye is embracing the challenge of forming the next part of his artistic career in a new scene. \nA graduate of Trinity Laban\, Nye combines influences from jazz icons Wayne Shorter\, Ambrose Akinmusire\, and mentor Mark Lockheart\, as well as wider sources of inspiration from the pastoral works of Vaughan Williams to song writing of the likes of Thom Yorke\, Damon Albarn and Paul McCartney. \nNye’s tenor sound\, a focus of his over the last 10 years\, is earthy\, broad and incredibly expressive\, providing a focal point to his band’s combined timbre. Described by Jazzwise as ‘an important emerging voice’\, with a ‘big sound’\, Nye takes you on a vivid journey of richly textured composition and lyrical improvisation. \n‘Trails and Traces’\, the title of Nye’s debut album\, released on vinyl in 2024 received critical acclaim from Jazzwise Magazine – “a long awaited and richly rewarding debut.” Featuring Banger Factory leader Mark Kavuma on trumpet\, the performances from the sextet are richly diverse in influences. An infusion of flavours from 60s Blue Note records\, 90s Radiohead\, 20th century classical music and contemporary New York Jazz combine to create an intensely gripping sound. \nThis will be Nye’s first appearance at The Be-Bop Club. For this outing\, the band features a young and incredibly exciting talent Nick Manz on piano – a recent graduate of Birmingham Conservatoire; Charlie Hutchinson on drums – an undeniably musical and organic drummer who came through the Trinity Laban course alongside Nye; and Shiv Singh on double bass – an ever-present on the Birmingham Jazz scene\, and an other product of Birmingham Conservatoire. Together\, this group creates a gripping and intense experience that rips up the rule books and speaks from a combined beating heart. \nThe set will feature a selection of Nye’s compositions from ‘Trails and Traces’\, as well as brand new work in preparation for the recording of his second album\, and some arrangements of classic standards\, folk songs and pop songs. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-nye-banfield-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T214500
DTSTAMP:20260316T113344Z
CREATED:20260316T113344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T113344Z
UID:10002938-1775676600-1775684700@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Theatre: Wednesday Night Improv: April Triple Bill
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Night Improv’s monthly show continues with a triple bill packed with quick wit\, bold characters\, and stories made up on the spot. \nJoin us for a midweek comedy boost featuring three of Bristol’s sharpest improv acts – each one creating a brand-new show right before your eyes\, all inspired by audience suggestions. \n[1] GREENWOOD LANE\nFrom train stations to tile warehouses\, leisure centres to high rises\, with just the suggestion of a place from the audience\, Jack and Vicky conjure an entire world of workers & shirkers\, artists & buskers\, mothers & brothers\, and more. \nJack Greenwood has been practising improv for 8 years. He founded the Bournemouth University Improv Society in 2017; is the Director of Bristol Longform Comedy; has taken two improv shows to the Edinburgh Fringe; has travelled all over the UK with The Groundhogs; and currently performs with Blame of Thrones in Bristol. \nVicky Lane completed her improv training at the Comedy Cafe Berlin\, where she performed with Gummy Worms\, Northern Soul and a host of indie teams. After completing her acting training at the Catalyst Institute Berlin\, she has returned to the UK and is making her mark on the Bristol arts scene. She currently runs and hosts Lip Service Comedy\, Queer Stories spoken word night\, and is establishing her own theatre company in the city. \n[2] TALES FROM THE WASTELAND\nShelter from the nuclear winter inside the safety of our bunker and listen to tales from storytellers from across the wasteland! These tales may feature raiders\, mutants\, adventure – and of course will be entirely made up on the spot\, fuelled by your suggestions! This absurd dark comedy is inspired by shows such as Fallout and Mad Max. \n[3] MUSES\nAn all-star long-form team from some of Bristol’s best improvisers bring you a night of fun\, fancy and frolic. Improvisers from This Is Your Musical\, Up The Antics\, BirdWatchers\, Degrees of Error and Jazz Police will craft hilarious scenes and sketches from your suggestions.\nF-rated!* \n* This is a female-led and directed production. \n—\nWhether you’re a seasoned comedy fan or just curious about what happens when performers make it all up as they go\, this is a perfect night to dive into Bristol’s thriving improv scene. Expect laughter\, surprises\, and something completely different – every single time.\n—
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/theatre-wednesday-night-improv-april-triple-bill/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Improv,Theatre,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T223000
DTSTAMP:20260216T132719Z
CREATED:20260216T132719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T132719Z
UID:10002912-1775764800-1775773800@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Jazz: Nick Malcolm's Organ Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Trumpeter Nick Malcolm should be well known to Bristol audiences and has a growing national reputation. A fearless and inventive soloist\, he moves effortlessly between completely free improvisation and blistering hard-bop. He is known for his work with Out Front\, Dee Byrne’s Outlines\, Rebecca Nash and has recently ended a long tenure with the Jazz Defenders. \nNick Malcolm’s new quartet assembles three great musicians who he’s wanted to play with for ages\, playing music they love! Digging into the treasures of Blue Note composers Joe Henderson\, Wayne Shorter and Herbie Hancock\, this is an unashamed celebration of the music’s golden era in the 1960s and 70s\, where swing and funk began to blend. This will be an extremely fun and groovy gig featuring four fantastic players of sonic depth\, personality and passion.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-nick-malcolms-organ-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260411T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260411T220000
DTSTAMP:20260325T102124Z
CREATED:20260323T134038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T102124Z
UID:10002946-1775937600-1775944800@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Jacob Hawley & Guests
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For The Weekend with Jacob Hawley featuring Eleanor Tiernan & Ross Smith\n\nHeadliner: JACOB HAWLEY\nThe versatile Jacob Hawley is an actor\, writer and a comedian who has appeared in numerous TV shows including BBC sitcom Ladhood\, ITV’s The Stand Up Sketch Show and Sky’s The Russell Howard Hour. He is intelligent\, self-aware and explores themes of class and identity in the modern world expertly. \nHe has also written for The Sunday Times\, The BBC\, and is a regular columnist for The Metro. \n​Plus\, if that wasn’t enough\, Jacob has two hit podcasts\, Jacob Hawley: On Drugs\, and Jacob Hawley: On Love\, both on BBC Sounds. The series have had over half a million downloads and earned Jacob a SILVER ARIA AWARD FOR BEST NEW PRESENTER. Jacob also co-hosts the hugely popular Screen Rot Podcast with Jake Farrell. \n​He has also created two Radio Four stand-up specials\, Welcome To Britain\, and Class Act\, which broadcast to rave reviews.​ \n“Intelligent and important\, his self-aware set sees him explore themes of class and identity in the modern world expertly.” The Sunday Post
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-stand-up-for-the-weekend-with-jacob-hawley-guests/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,Comedy Club Bristol,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260414T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T130302Z
CREATED:20260309T132353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T130302Z
UID:10002930-1776195000-1776200400@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Bristol Modern Jive
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Modern Jive Club Classes offer modern LeRoc Classes in Bristol. No need to bring a partner as we all move around the room. \nWarning! Dancing seriously improves your health\, including: \n\nBalance\, coordination and spatial awareness\nMemory and mental fitness\nCardiovascular (good for your heart)\nMeet new people and make new friends\nStress relief\nWeight loss\, burns calories\nReduce depression (When you exercise\, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. Endorphins trigger a positive feeling in the body ).\nKeeps you fit and increases energy.\n\nNo need to book in advance. Just turn up on the day/night.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/bristol-modern-jive/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol modern jive,Dance class,jive,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260414T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260414T213000
DTSTAMP:20260309T140107Z
CREATED:20260309T140107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T140107Z
UID:10002933-1776195000-1776202200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk: The Neuroscience of Adverse Childhood Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Discover how early life experiences could shape long-term wellbeing\, and how certain factors can support recovery. With Q&A. \n\n\n\nWhy do early life experiences\, especially those that are difficult\, shape who we become as adults? Adverse Childhood Experiences like neglect\, abuse and/or chronic stress can alter the developing brains of children and adolescents. In turn\, this cumulative stress could play a role in shaping our emotions\, learning\, memory\, and decision-making. \nIn this talk\, Dr Jeffrey DeMarco will draw on neuroscience to explore the influences of early environment on children’s long-term well-being\, and how this impacts us into adulthood. He will also explore the role of support and resilience in helping the brain heal and grow after trauma. This session is perfect for any adult eager to explore and understand childhood experiences and how they can have a lasting impact on our lives. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7.30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Jeffrey DeMarco is a Senior Technical Advisor for Protecting Children from Digital Harm at Save the Children UK. He is also a chartered forensic psychologist\, and frequently lectures on trauma at Middlesex University. His research and policy work bridge psychology with technology and child protection\, where most recently\, he led a nine-nation digital-resilience programme. He has spoken before the European Commission\, Europol\, and UNICEF on online harms\, radicalisation\, and the experience of trauma. His ideas have been featured in his TEDx RoyalHolloway talks “The Importance of Trust” and his podcast “Privacy Talks” (2025). 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-neuroscience-of-adverse-childhood-experiences/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260416T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260416T223000
DTSTAMP:20260216T134445Z
CREATED:20260216T134445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T134445Z
UID:10002913-1776371400-1776378600@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Jazz: Matt Stockham-Brown Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Matt Stockham Brown is a drummer/composer born and living in Bristol\, England. His approach is firmly rooted in groove whilst also being open to the exploration of texture\, melody\, freedom\, energy and angles behind the kit. He is well known for his work with Run Logan Run\, Dakhla Brass and most recent project 6161. Matt has put together this new line-up especially for tonight’s performance. \nSaxophonist Jake McMurchie is one of Bristol’s best known musicians having played for many years with Get The Blessing\, who have performed at festivals across Europe. Jake’s other projects have included the ambient electronica of Michelson Morley\, and for the past few years he has held the saxophone chair with the Jazz Defenders\, pianist George Cooper’s supergroup who again have played throughout the UK and have ventured across to European cities and festivals. \nDan Messore is a jazz guitarist\, composer and co-founder of Unearthed Festival. Having spent years living between the UK and Costa Rica\, Dan’s music is shaped by travel\, surf culture and a deep connection to place\, and he has previously performed at the club alongside Jake in Michelson Morley. \nRiaan Vosloo is one of Bristol’s busiest bass players\, who also composes and runs his own projects such as Uphill Game. Riaan has for many years been a member of London based saxophonist Ed Jones’ quartet\, and lectures for the post-grad programme at BIMM music college.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-matt-stockham-brown-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260418T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260325T101917Z
CREATED:20260325T101917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T101917Z
UID:10002949-1776542400-1776549600@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Ignacio Lopez & Guests
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For The Weekend with Ignacio Lopez featuring Jamie D’Souza & compere Jeremy Flynn\nHeadliner: \nIgnacio Lopez has been wowing audiences internationally with his individual style and high gag-rate since 2010. A crazy mixture of Welsh & Spanish Ignacio has become one of the most unique voices on the UK circuit. A frequent headliner and MC in top comedy clubs all over the UK\, Ignacio also performs regularly at corporate functions\, private shows\, military gigs\, sports dinners\, art centres and festivals. Ignacio soon gained TV recognition in 2011 when he appeared on ITV’s ‘Show Me The Funny‘\, and since then he has gone on to become a regular face on BBC Wales Sesh\, appear on Live At The Apollo\, QI\, Have I Got News For You\,  his online content has racked up nearly 40 million views across all social media channels.\n“Charismatic and waspish charm” – Chortle\n“Playful\, brutal and bloody funny” – Moody Comedy
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-stand-up-for-the-weekend-with-ignacio-lopez-guests/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,Comedy Club Bristol,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260423T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260423T223000
DTSTAMP:20260216T135632Z
CREATED:20260216T135632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T135632Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Jim Blomfield's Saoco Collective
DESCRIPTION:Recognised as one of the UK’s finest latin jazz and salsa pianists\, Jim Blomfield has worked with such legends of the genre as Roberto Pla\, Henry Fiol and Asere as well as a host of UK names from the world of jazz. \nAlongside Jim in the rhythm section is the brilliantly dynamic percussion section of Lisa Cherian and Jon Clark\, their rhythmic chemistry having evolved from their collective experiences as being much in demand players in ensembles such as Bristol Salsa Orchestra\, Dockside Latin Orchestra\, Baila La Cumbia and Buena Bristol Social Club. \nThe rhythm section is completed by the ever inventive bass playing of ‘Tosh’ Wijetunge who worked with Jim for several years in a piano trio that released two albums of original contemporary jazz compositions. Alongside Jonny Bruce’s fiery latin trumpet virtuosity is the brilliant and soulful Swiss born saxophonist Martin Kern who worked and recorded extensively in both Berlin and Vienna before moving to the UK in 2018.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-jim-blomfields-saoco-collective/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T220000
DTSTAMP:20260325T101348Z
CREATED:20260323T135112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T101348Z
UID:10002947-1777147200-1777154400@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Stuart Goldsmith
DESCRIPTION:Stand Up For The Weekend with Stuart Goldsmith featuring Micky Overman & compere Jack Campbell\n\nStuart Goldsmith is an internationally award-winning comedian\, writer\, podcaster and host. With a reputation for smart\, accessible stand-up\, Stuart’s enthusiasm and natural charm conceal a quick wit and fearlessness honed by his early career as a street performer. Surprisingly candid about his exploits\, sexploits and textploits\, Stuart likes to get his teeth into love\, romance and the downside of getting what you want. \n\n\n“A charming\, expert stand-up” Sunday Times\nIn recent years\, Stuart is probably better known as the “climate comedian” where he exposes the inevitable hyprocrisies in confronting the challenges facing all humans living in a more sustainable society. Recycling stories have never been funnier – that’s stories about recycling not Stuart digging out the old routines\, by the way! So whether you’re frozen in fear or glued to the road\, come and get unstuck as Stuart explores how to hold hope in your heart despite absolutely everything. \n“He infuses the material with a sly wit and underplayed sharpness\, not to mention eloquent writing. This is smooth\, smart and absorbing stand-up.” Chortle\n“It carries the slick professionalism of someone whose been master of their comedy voice for years.” Edinburgh Festival Magazine
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-stand-up-for-the-weekend-with-stuart-goldsmith/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,Comedy Club Bristol,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260425T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T233000
DTSTAMP:20260310T125141Z
CREATED:20260218T133134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T125141Z
UID:10002915-1777147200-1777159800@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Music: MARGINAL GAINS - 90s and 00s band night
DESCRIPTION:Hen & Chicken house band Marginal Gains are back for another night of pure nostalgia! \nPlaying a selection of 90s and early 00s rock and indie\, including Ash\, Arctic Monkeys\, Blur\, Green Day\, Nirvana\, Oasis\, Pulp\, Rage Against the Machine\, Radiohead\, Red Hot Chilli Peppers\, The Killers\, and many more. \nTurbocharge your weekend with a night of 90s and 00s grunge and Britpop BANGERS.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-marginal-gains-90s-and-00s-band-night-2/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:alt-pop,alt-rock,Band,Brit pop,brit rock,grunge,indi-rock,indie-pop,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260429T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T213000
DTSTAMP:20260324T141900Z
CREATED:20260309T141538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T141900Z
UID:10002934-1777489200-1777498200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Talk:  The History of Greek Mythology: From Mount Olympus to modern mystery
DESCRIPTION:From Mount Olympus to Medusa\, discover the fascinating history of Greek mythology and its echoes through the ages. Followed by Q&A.\n\n\nFor over two thousand years\, Greek mythology has shaped Western imagination. Stories of Olympian gods\, epic heroes\, and fearsome monsters have inspired philosophers and poets\, painters and playwrights\, filmmakers and fans alike. We’ve seen Homeric epics to the spectacle of Troy and the bold reinvention of myth in Netflix’s Kaos. Every retelling places us in an unbroken chain of storytellers stretching back to antiquity\, keeping ancient voices alive in the modern world. But how well do we really know the origins of these tales? \nIn this talk\, Dr Shelby Judge explores the great mythic ages of ancient Greece – the Golden and Silver Ages\, the Bronze Age\, and the Age of Heroes – bringing to life the defining stories and figures of each era. Along the way\, the talk asks a deeper question: why have these myths endured? By examining their archetypes\, moral tensions\, and enduring insights into the human condition\, this talk reveals why Greek mythology continues to fascinate\, challenge\, and enchant us today. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7.30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Shelby Judge is a Lecturer in Creative and Cultural Industries at the University of Derby\, where she researches digital feminist and popular feminist responses to Incels and the Manosphere. She recently completed her PhD in English Literature at the University of Glasgow\, producing the thesis Contemporary Feminist Adaptations of Greek Myth\, and her work in this field is ongoing due to the genre’s proliferating nature. Shelby has published on topics including #MeToo and the Trojan War\, 21st-century adaptations of Helen of Troy\, transgender adaptations of Frankenstein\, and transgender readings of Ovid.  \nShe has delivered public lectures on toxic masculinity in Greek myth and sea monsters in Scottish folklore\, and is a regular contributor to the Literary Encyclopedia\, where she has written on the poetry of Carol Ann Duffy and Margaret Atwood\, as well as entries on Laura Bates and Janice Hallett. She also serves as a committee member for the Transatlantic Literary Women network\, funded by the US Embassy and BAAS.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-history-of-greek-mythology-from-mount-olympus-to-modern-mystery/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260430T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260430T223000
DTSTAMP:20260309T125451Z
CREATED:20260309T125451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T125451Z
UID:10002929-1777579200-1777588200@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Jazz: Nils Kavanagh Trio
DESCRIPTION:Award-winning Irish/Danish pianist Nils Kavanagh launches his highly anticipated debut album\, “No Expectations”. Winner of the Young Irish Jazz Musician of the Year Award 2022-2024 and finalist in the BBC Young Jazz Musician 2024\, Nils is already making his mark on contemporary improvised music. Audiences will journey through Nils’ unique upbringing\, rooted in the north-west of Ireland’s mystic landscapes and joyous fellowship\, while also inviting listeners to explore the sense of unity and introspection present in Denmark and broader Scandinavia. Home\, joy\, family\, mythology\, folk music\, loss and longing are all key to the music\, with an overarching focus on warm melody and musical storytelling. \nThe trio has an energetic and explorative sound\, with a taste for strong melodies\, bright harmonies and explosive rhythms influenced by Kavanagh’s Irish and Danish roots. With Ursula Harrison (BBC Young Jazz Musician winner 2024) on bass and Sam Green on drums\, the group brings a new flavour to the classic piano trio format\, presenting a diverse mix of music ranging from compositions inspired by Celtic traditional music and contemporary jazz from Scandinavia and the UK\, to modern interpretations of jazz repertoire and other popular music. \n“There is beauty\, there is communication\, there is space\, and there is energy” – Daniel Rorke\, Jazz Ireland album review \n“A strikingly mature debut. Kavanagh and his colleagues give the compositions room to breathe and grow and the interplay between the three instruments is highly developed and richly detailed” – The JazzMann \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-nils-kavanagh-trio/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260501T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260501T223000
DTSTAMP:20260204T121831Z
CREATED:20260204T121831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T121831Z
UID:10002897-1777665600-1777674600@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Comedy: Signing Funny - An evening of comedy performed in sign language
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of signing funny – acclaimed deaf comedian Gavin Lilley (John Bishop tour support\, Leicester Comedy Festival) is joined by international deaf comedy superstar from Sweden\, Florian Tirnovan (Flow TV) and local comedian Adrian Bailey for an evening of irreverent and sharp comedy – all performed in sign language – interpreted into English for the signing impaired.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-signing-funny-an-evening-of-comedy-performed-in-sign-language/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260502T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260502T223000
DTSTAMP:20260123T100450Z
CREATED:20260123T092511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T100450Z
UID:10002883-1777752000-1777761000@www.henandchicken.com
SUMMARY:Music: Never The Bride
DESCRIPTION:At the heart of Never The Bride are two trailblazing women: powerhouse vocalist Nikki Lamborn — hailed by Roger Daltrey as “the best female rock voice since Janis Joplin” — and Catherine “Been” Feeney\, the band’s primary composer\, keyboardist\, and occasional guitarist. Together\, they craft music with grit\, grace\, and passion\, supported by a world-class lineup of musicians. \nTheir career reads like a rock and roll hall of fame — sharing stages with legends such as The Who\, Robert Plant\, Elton John\, Paul Rodgers\, Eric Clapton\, and Beth Hart. Their unforgettable rendition of Going to California on Encomium: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin earned them a gold disc\, further cementing their place in music history. \nBBC’s Bob Harris\, a long-time supporter\, introduced their live album Long Live Live with these words: “I was absolutely struck by their brilliant musicianship\, their passion\, their commitment — they really\, mean it. They are one of the best live bands in Britain today.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-never-the-bride-2/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Band,brit rock,Live music,Rock,rock 'n' roll,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T233000
DTSTAMP:20260505T110443Z
CREATED:20260225T142207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T110443Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Our monthly open mic night is hosted by Larkham & Hall in our friendly\, welcoming\, intimate music space\, The Chicken Shed. \nIf you wish to play\, please get in touch via our dedicated Facebook page The Hen & Chicken Open Mic. (linked in the ‘Book Now’ button) \nCome and join the fun\, soak up the vibes\, and enjoy the music. Free entry.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-open-mic-night/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Acoustic music,Live music,Open Mic,What's on Bristol
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