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SUMMARY:Talk: The Science of DMT & Ayahuasca
DESCRIPTION:Join us to explore the intersection of science\, shamanism + DMT (the ‘spirit molecule’) and the entities it reveals. Followed by a Q+A. \n\n\n\n\nThis talk explores the intersection between the scientific\, therapeutic\, psychonautic\, and shamanic exploration of the DMT realm and attempts to fuse these disparate and yet overlapping cosmologies. \nN\,N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT)\, dubbed the ‘spirit molecule\,’ is an extremely potent short acting psychedelic substance. It is found naturally in the human body and is abundant in other areas of nature. It has been theorised that DMT is released at birth\, near-death experiences and even when we dream! \nThe traditional indigenous use of DMT in the Amazonian visionary decoction\, ayahuasca\, known as the ‘vine of the dead\,’ has a long history of shamanic use to transcend time and space and communicate with the spirits of nature. Most people experiencing a breakthrough dose of DMT report encounters with seemingly sentient\, intelligent and independent entities\, which typically convey a convincing sense of their reality\, such that a recent survey found that of those having such encounters who reported being atheist before their experience\, more than half reported that they were no longer atheist afterwards. \nThis talk explores the intersection between the scientific\, therapeutic\, psychonautic\, and shamanic exploration of the DMT realm and attempts to fuse these disparate and yet overlapping cosmologies. \n  \nDr David Luke is Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Greenwich. His research focuses on transpersonal experiences\, anomalous phenomena and altered states of consciousness\, especially via psychedelics\, having published more than 100 academic papers in this area\, including ten books\, most recently Otherworlds: Psychedelics and Exceptional Human Experience. When he is not running clinical drug trials with LSD\, conducting DMT field experiments or observing apparent weather control with Mexican shamans he directs the Ecology\, Cosmos and Consciousness salon and is a cofounder and director of Breaking Convention: International Conference on Psychedelic Consciousness.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-science-of-dmt-ayahuasca/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260623T230000
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SUMMARY:FIFA World Cup 2026 England vs Ghana
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Chicken Shed as England continues through the first stage of the FIFA World Cup. \nEngland vs Ghana – ko 9pm \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/fifa-world-cup-2026-england-vs-ghana/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Sport,What's on Bristol,World Cup 2026
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T213000
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SUMMARY:Improv: Wednesday Night Improv
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Night Improv returns to the Hen & Chicken with two halves of unscripted comedy — all made up on the spot\, all inspired by your suggestions. Expect quick wit\, bold characters\, and the kind of laughter that only happens when nobody knows what’s coming next (including the performers). \n## FIRST HALF ##\nComedy Games\, Improvised Live\n(Think Whose Line Is It Anyway? meets Game Changer\, with a sprinkling of Taskmaster.) \nA fast\, funny first half built around short improvised games — the kind where performers get a prompt from the audience and have seconds to turn it into something brilliant. Points will be awarded. Consequences may follow. \nFeaturing special guests:\nAnna Kemp\nGemma Revell\nPaige Tummons\nTheo Worsley \nAnd your host\, Ste Brown. \n## SECOND HALF ##\nBeansville presents: Video Store\nUnscripted movie mayhem where you pick the genre. \nWelcome to the video store! Pick your favourite genre\, make up the movie title you’d like to see\, and we’ll improvise the rest. Of course\, if the video wasn’t properly rewound last time\, we might accidentally start with the final scene… don’t worry\, we’ll figure it out. \nCome rent an improvised movie from the racks of the video store\, based on your suggestions. No late fees. No script. \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.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/improv-wednesday-night-improv/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Improv,Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T223000
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SUMMARY:CHOIR PARTY: join a one-night-only choir and SING! (Taylor Swift edition)
DESCRIPTION:Join 200+ strangers and learn to sing pop classics in harmony! No experience\, no problem. [This month: Taylor Swift special edition!] \n\n\n\n\nChoir Party is the one-night-only pop-up choir for people who love music but never thought a choir was for them! \nTurn up\, grab a drink\, and follow our music maestro – within minutes you’ll be making beautiful music with 200+ strangers! You’ll warm up\, learn songs and together triumphantly nail a pop classic – maybe even two. Spine-tingling stuff! \nWe’re in our Eras era – this show is a Taylor Swift special edition!\nNo rehearsals to attend\, no sheet music to learn\, just two hours of singing songs you love\, in harmony\, with a room full of people who came for exactly the same reason. \nDoors open at 7pm\, singing starts at 7.30pm – come down early! \nFollow us on Instagram: @choirparty
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/choir-party-join-a-one-night-only-choir-and-sing-taylor-swift-edition/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Choir Party,Live music,Pop,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T223000
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SUMMARY:Sophie Moore
DESCRIPTION:UK-based singer-songwriter Sophie Moore has recently made her welcome return to the music scene\, bringing with her a unique brand of alternative country\, brought to life with former members of Nashville-based Lambchop. \n“What a breath of fresh air. You continue to give voice to simple truths. It’s got so much heart\,” former Lambchop pianist Tony Crow shares. \nDuring her musical journey\, in the 1980s\, Sophie Moore toured internationally as part of the London indie group Foggy Cry. She went on to support the likes of Labi Siffre during her solo career whilst also collaborating on a range of other artist’s projects including releasing tracks on Okra Records in the USA in the early 1990s with Jeb Loy Nichols. \nCapturing her sound in the studio\, her well-received single “Closer Than” presented the first taste of her upcoming album Trouble In Mind. Now\, with intimate live shows\, she’s offering a rare opportunity to hear the new material performed live with musicians from the US recording sessions. \nJoined by Houston bassist Mark Riddell and from Nashville\, Tony Crow\, these world class musicians form a transatlantic ensemble that’s set to perform a limited number of  UK  tour dates in June 2026. \nPraise for her first single: \n“A stellar showcase of Sophie Moore’s songwriting talent and performance panache.”\n— Plastic Magazine \n“Closer Than” embodies that powerful message alongside a stirringly melodic production and consuming vocal presence.”\n— Obscure Sound
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/sophie-moore/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:alt-country,Live music,singer-songwriter,UK Alt-country,What's on Bristol
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SUMMARY:FIFA World Cup 2026: Panama vs England
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Studio as England take on Panama in the 2026 World Cup. \nShowing in The Studio straight after the comedy.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/ifa-world-cup-2026-panama-vs-england/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Sport,What's on Bristol,World Cup 2026
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260630T223000
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SUMMARY:Music: Rose's Pawn Shop
DESCRIPTION:American roots music from Southern California live in Bristol \nRose’s Pawn Shop are a 5-piece band with acoustic\, folkie Americana roots and a rock n’ roll vibe. \nFor two decades\, they have evolved their version of modern-day American roots music. It’s an anthemic sound that’s taken the group from their hometown of Los Angeles — where frontman Paul Givant formed the band as a bluegrass-inspired act\, making room for punky tempos and fiddle solos — to venues across the country\, where their sound grew to encompass the sweep of rock & roll\, the sonics of folk music\, and the storytelling of country. \n“Our music is a patchwork of American styles\,” Givant says. “We have country\, rock\, bluegrass\, and folk — all sorts of American musical influences\, and they all go into the Rose’s Pawn Shop sound. \n““American Seams” is a masterclass in resilient roots music. It is a song for the seekers\, the travelers\, and anyone trying to navigate the complexities of modern life without losing their connection to the past.” – Country Music News International \n  \nLearn more about Rose’s Pawn Shop here: Rose’s Pawn Shop  \n  \n\n  \n\nExclusive offer for all Hen & Chicken event ticket holders – July 2026.\n\n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken\n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-roses-pawn-shop/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:alt-country,Alt-Folk,American roots,Americana,Band,contempory folk,Folk,Folk Music,Live music,rock 'n' roll,Roots,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260708T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260708T213000
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SUMMARY:Talk: Sylvia Plath\, Witchcraft & Radical Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Explore the politics of the witch trials and powerful witch imagery in Sylvia Plath’s poetry. Followed by Q&A. \n\n\n\n\nSylvia Plath is best known for her novel The Bell Jar (1963) and her emotive\, striking poetry. She grew up in Massachusetts\, close to Salem\, a place closely linked to the history of the witch trials. During the 1950s\, renewed public interest in these events influenced Plath’s writing and imagination. Plath often used images of witches and witch trials to explore power\, identity and injustice. Her poetry reflects her concerns about control and authority in society\, while also showing sympathy for those unfairly accused. \nIn this talk\, Dr Dorka Tamás explores how Plath connects with witchcraft and poetic language\, and how the figure of the witch appears in different forms in her work. We’ll look at the contrast between fictional “evil” witches from fairy tales and the real historical victims who were accused of witchcraft\, and punished by patriarchal systems of power. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7:30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nFollow us on IG @seedtalks \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Dorka Tamás is a researcher and teacher based at Royal Holloway\, University of London.She earned her PhD in English literature from the University of Exeter (2022) and herMaster’s degree from the University of Sussex (2018). Dorka is specialised in twentieth-century women’s poetry\, particularly Sylvia Plath\, the legacies of early modern witch-hunt inliterature\, and post-1945 American culture. She has spoken at the Sylvia Plath Literary Festival at Hebden Bridge (2022)\, at numerous academic conferences\, and at the Romancing the Gothic lecture series. She is the author of Sylvia Plath and the Supernatural\, published by Cambridge University Press (2026) and the editor of The New Sylvia Plath Studies\, forthcoming from Cambridge University Press. \nThis talk is 16+ 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-sylvia-plath-witchcraft-radical-poetry/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260708T220000
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SUMMARY:Comedy: Wednesday Night Improv
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Night Improv returns to the Hen & Chicken with two halves of unscripted comedy — all made up on the spot\, all inspired by your suggestions. Expect quick wit\, bold characters\, and the kind of laughter that only happens when nobody knows what’s coming next (including the performers). \n## FIRST HALF ##\nComedy Games\, Improvised Live\n(Think Whose Line Is It Anyway? meets Game Changer\, with a sprinkling of Taskmaster.) \nA fast\, funny first half built around short improvised games – the kind where performers get a prompt from the audience and have seconds to turn it into something brilliant. Points will be awarded. Consequences may follow. \nFeaturing special guests:\nAnna Kemp\nHolly Meechan\nPaige Tummons\nScott Wilson\nTheo Worsley \nAnd your host\, Ste Brown. \n## SECOND HALF ##\nBlame of Thrones\nImprovised royal drama\, a comedy of intrigue about power games and betrayal. \nA gripping political court drama! The beloved Monarch has suffered a terrible “accident\,” leaving the royal court teeming with Machiavellian schemers\, each vying for power. As the Monarch lingers on their deathbed\, who will outmanoeuvre the rest to save their own skin? And who will seize the crown to become the all-powerful successor? \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 — second Wednesday of every month. Details: https://linktr.ee/wednightimprov
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-wednesday-night-improv/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Improv,Improv,Theatre,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260714T210000
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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: \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-2/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Dance class,jive,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260721T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260721T220000
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SUMMARY:CON ACENTO - OPEN MIC GRATIS EN ESPAÑOL
DESCRIPTION:OPEN MIC DE STAND UP COMEDY EN ESPAÑOL \nElio De Blah y Alex Ayres presentan una sola noche de una espacio hispanohablante bla bla donde gente divertido (6/7 comicos y comicas) PRUEBAN su material. \n20:00 PUERTAS \n20:30-22:00 SHOW \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n	Open Mic Comedy – in Spanish \n\nOPEN MIC OF STAND UP COMEDY IN SPANISH \nElio De Blah and Alex Ayres present a single night of  Spanish-speaking comedy where funny people (6/7 comedians) TRY their material. \n20:00 DOORS \n20:30-22:00 SHOW
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/con-acento-open-mic-gratis-en-espanol/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,Comedy Club Bristol,Open Mic,Spanish language comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260728T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260728T213000
DTSTAMP:20260617T115544Z
CREATED:20260608T112324Z
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SUMMARY:Talks: AuDHD & Women: Exploring gender bias in neurodivergence
DESCRIPTION:Discover how AuDHD uniquely presents in women in this insightful and neuroaffirming talk. Followed by Q&A. \n\n\n\n\nFor many years\, Autism and ADHD could not be diagnosed together\, with one diagnosis excluding the other. We now know that the two are deeply connected\, with up to 60% of Autistic people also experiencing ADHD. Yet despite growing awareness\, many women continue to be overlooked\, misunderstood\, or misdiagnosed due to outdated assumptions and gender bias. \nThis talk explores the complex reality of AuDHD – not simply having both Autism and ADHD\, but navigating the constant internal “tug of war” between two often conflicting neurotypes. Drawing on current research and lived experience\, we’ll explore topics including masking\, burnout and Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria. \nTaking a neuroaffirming approach throughout\, this talk offers practical insights and supportive strategies to help women better understand themselves\, recognise their strengths\, and advocate for the support they deserve. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7:30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nFollow us on IG @seedtalks \nSpeaker Bio: \nDr Emilie Moorhead (DClinPsych\, CPsychol\, BSc) is a Clinical Psychologist with nearly two decades of clinical experience working with Neurodivergent people. She is a Registered Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (BPS). Dr Moorhead runs her own successful Psychology practice\, This Is Me Psychology\, which specialises in supporting Neurodivergent people to gain the best possible understanding of themselves. She adopts a neuro-affirming approach\, helping Neurodivergent people to recognise the strengths and values that they have to enable them to embrace their full potential. She strongly believes that everybody should be able to access Neurodivergent support in a proactive and preventative manner\, without needing to reach crisis point first. \nDr Moorhead has also worked in a range of NHS and private mental health services\, including Clinical Lead at two specialist Neurodiversity Services. She works with individuals across the lifespan. She is a guest lecturer on a number of University courses\, specialising in Neurodivergent conditions and post-diagnostic support.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talks-audhd-women-exploring-gender-bias-in-neurodivergence/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260728T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260728T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T092705Z
CREATED:20260512T113202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T092705Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Les Thomas (Australia) + Anya Pailthorpe
DESCRIPTION:Live music from acclaimed Australian songwriter Les Thomas\, who brings his 2026 UK tour to Bristol for an intimate performance at the Hen & Chicken\, joined by the fabulous Anya Pailthorpe. \nBlending folk\, Americana and poetic storytelling\, Thomas writes songs filled with humanity\, memory and hard-won compassion. His music has been praised for its intelligence\, authenticity and emotional depth\, with performances that draw audiences in through powerful lyrics and understated delivery. \nTouring in support of his forthcoming album I Remember Everything\, this is a rare chance to catch one of Australia’s most compelling contemporary folk songwriters in an intimate setting. \nRead more about Les Thomas here: Bio | Les Thomas \n \n  \n  \nPre-Show Dining at the Hen & Chicken\n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken\n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-les-thomas-australia-anya-pailthorpe/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Acoustic music,alt-country,Americana,Folk,Folk Music,Live music,Poetry,singer-songwriter,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260802T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260802T204500
DTSTAMP:20260709T123249Z
CREATED:20260709T123249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T123249Z
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SUMMARY:Theatre: Sizzling Summer Special
DESCRIPTION:A smorgasbord of delights in this fundraising cabaret for Stepping Out Theatre. We have been offering the joy of participation in live theatre to mental health service users in Bristol and beyond for nearly 30 years but funding is getting tougher. Tickets are free but please donate generously to help support us continuing for many more years \n  \nTickets free. Donations encouraged.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/theatre-sizzling-summer-special/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Theatre,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260805T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260805T230000
DTSTAMP:20260714T102210Z
CREATED:20260608T120354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T102210Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Open Mic Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Hen & Chicken for our monthly open mic night — a welcoming evening of live local music in a dedicated event space with a real concert feel. Hosted by Sarah Larkham and Elliot Hall\, the night is open to both performers and music lovers\, with free entry for all. \nEvent Details\n\nWhen: First Wednesday of every month\nTime: 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm\nWhere: Hen & Chicken\, 210 North Street\, Bristol\, BS3 1JF\nEntry: Free\nHosted by: Sarah Larkham & Elliot Hall\n\nIf you’d like to perform\, it’s best to book a slot in advance as the night can get busy. Whether you’re trying out new material or simply coming along to enjoy an evening of live music\, everyone is welcome. \nFollow us at: https://www.facebook.com/henandchickenopenmic \nAnd if you would like to perform at our next open mic night\, send Sarah a message via the page’s Facebook Messenger.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-open-mic-night-2/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Acoustic music,Alt-Folk,alt-pop,alt-rock,Alternative,Americana,blues,Blues rock,contempory folk,Folk,Folk Music,Funk,Funky Jazz,indie,indie-Folk,indie-pop,Irish Folk,Live music,Open Mic,pop-folk,singer-songwriter,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260811T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260811T213000
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SUMMARY:Talk: The Science of Dreams
DESCRIPTION:Join us while we take a closer look at what happens to the brain while we sleep and the meaning behind our dreams. Followed by Q+A. \n\n\n\n\nHumans have studied and interpreted dreams for many centuries. Have you ever woken up after a crazy dream convinced it means something? Or spent hours wondering why your mind comes up with such ludicrous fantasies? \nIn this engaging talk from NHS psychiatrist and neuroscientist Dr Jonathan Iliff\, you will learn what science has to say on the matter! Jonathan will explain the current theories on how and why we dream\, what goes on in our brain during sleep and how you can enhance your dreams! \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7.30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nFollow us on IG @seedtalks \nDr Jonathan Iliff is a psychiatrist and medical doctor in the NHS\, with a background in neuroscience and psychedelic drug research. Jonathan has been an associate researcher with the psychedelic research group attached to King’s College\, was the founder and chair of the UCL Society for the Application of Psychedelics and has worked with prominent figures in the field. His research focused on the use of psychedelic compounds\, like LSD and psilocybin – the active ingredient in magic mushrooms – a promising new treatment for depression. Today his focus is clinical – focusing on helping with people\, and their problems in the here and now.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-science-of-dreams/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260812T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260812T214500
DTSTAMP:20260701T090210Z
CREATED:20260701T090210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T090210Z
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SUMMARY:COMEDY: WEDNESDAY NIGHT IMPROV
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Night Improv returns to the Hen & Chicken with two halves of unscripted comedy – all made up on the spot\, all inspired by your suggestions. Expect quick wit\, bold characters\, and the kind of laughter that only happens when nobody knows what’s coming next (including the performers). \n## FIRST HALF ##\nComedy Games\, Improvised Live\n(Think Whose Line Is It Anyway? meets Game Changer\, with a sprinkling of Taskmaster.) \nA fast\, funny first half built around short improvised games – the kind where performers get a prompt from the audience and have seconds to turn it into something brilliant. Points will be awarded. Consequences may follow. \nFeaturing a brand new cast for a new season! TBA \nAnd your host\, Ste Brown. \n## SECOND HALF ##\nH.E.L.E.N\nH.E.L.E.N are an improv comedy trio specialising in Freudian nightmares. Slick\, chaotic & unique. Exhilaratingly free. \n“H.E.L.E.N are magnificently funny and unhinged… imagine David Lynch directing the Chuckle Brothers.”\n– Blast Kultur \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. \nPart of the Wednesday Night Improv series — second Wednesday of every month. Details: https://linktr.ee/wednightimprov \n  \n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a table: https://www.henandchicken.com/book-a-table/
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-wednesday-night-improv-2/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Comedy,Improv,Pre-show dining,Theatre,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260814T201500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260814T223000
DTSTAMP:20260624T093618Z
CREATED:20260319T110454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T093618Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Heathen Apostles
DESCRIPTION:Live music coming to Bristol. \nBorn of the voices of past lives and baptized in the dust bowl dirt\, the Gothic Americana music of the Heathen Apostles harkens back to a bygone chapter of American history. Using contrasting influences such as Bauhaus\, Nick Cave & the Bad Seeds and The Pogues along with Howlin’ Wolf\, Loretta Lynn (the band covers her classic Fist City) and Bessie Smith\, the Heathen Apostles have created a style of music that at once conjurs both angels and demons\, and will enlighten a darkened soul. \nCrossing paths at a gathering one Indian summer evening\, femme fatale bellower Mather Louth (Radio Noir) and rock n roll veteran Chopper Franklin (The Cramps\, Mau Maus\, Nick Curran & the Lowlifes) quickly uncovered a mutual appreciation for murder balladry\, Americana\, and memento mori. It was not long before a collaboration that sought to marry these interests in a sonic landscape\, the Heathen Apostles\, surfaced. The landscape was further tilled with the addition of Luis Mascaro on violin. \nTheir 7 albums – Boot Hill Hymnal (2013)\, Fire to the Fuse (2015)\, Requiem For a Remix (2016)\, Bloodgrass Vol. 1 & 2 (2018)\, Dust To Dust (2019) Bloodgrass Vol. 3 & 4 (2022) and The In Between (2024) – along with their many EPs and singles (their release The Fall was named Best EP of 2018 by Folk n Rock magazine)\, capture the essence of the Heathen Apostles modus operandi: Southern Gothic Americana imagery surrounded by haunting\, minor-chord melodies\, musical influences including Gothic Roots music\, Bluegrass\, Blues\, and Gypsy Jazz\, all deftly bound together by the band’s dark and sometimes brooding sense of a bygone age. \nLearn more about the Heathen Apostles here:\nHeathen Apostles | Gothic Americana Music Heathen Apostles\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExclusive offer for all Hen & Chicken event ticket holders – August 2026.\n\n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-heathen-apostles/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Alternative,American roots,Americana,Dark roots,Live music,post-punk,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260825T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260825T213000
DTSTAMP:20260707T120037Z
CREATED:20260707T120037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T120037Z
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SUMMARY:Talk: The Psychology of Possession & Exorcism
DESCRIPTION:Explore the science behind possession\, exorcism\, and why our brains conjure the paranormal. Followed by Q&A. \n\n\n\nMillions of people around the world – including in the UK today – believe that spirits or demons can take over a living person’s body. But neuroscience tells a very different story. So if a demonic possession isn’t real\, what’s actually going on? \nIt turns out that there’s no single answer. Some historical demonic “possessions” were likely undiagnosed conditions like epilepsy or Tourette’s. Others look remarkably like phenomena we recognise today – dissociative identity disorder\, hypnosis\, speaking in tongues. Then there are the darker cases: possession used as a label against vulnerable people\, with devastating results. This talk unpacks the science\, the psychology\, and the genuinely strange space where belief and the brain collide. \nDoors open at 7pm\, talk starts at 7:30pm – come down early to grab a good seat! \nSpeaker Bio: \nChris French is Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Goldsmiths\, University of London\, where he founded the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit — dedicated to understanding why humans have paranormal experiences\, and what’s really behind them. He’s a Fellow of the British Psychological Society and the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry\, and a Patron of Humanists UK. He’s published more than 200 articles and book chapters\, and is a regular contributor to the Guardian and Skeptic magazine. \nHe frequently appears on radio (Curious Cases\, All in the Mind\, Uncanny\, Today\, PM) and television (Newsnight\, BBC Breakfast\, The Big Questions) casting a sceptical eye over paranormal claims. He has also given talks on a wide range of such topics both nationally (the Royal Institution\, New Scientist Live) and internationally (Europe\, Australia\, Taiwan\, USA). His most recent book is The science of weird shit: Why our minds conjure the paranormal\, published by MIT Press in 2024. \n\n  \nLearn more about Seed Talks events here: Seed Talks | Fascinating lectures in relaxed spaces \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/talk-the-psychology-of-possession-exorcism/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Talks,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260911T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260911T230000
DTSTAMP:20260624T102757Z
CREATED:20260310T101111Z
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SUMMARY:Music: The Alan Fletcher Band
DESCRIPTION:Returning to Bristol – The Alan Fletcher Band \nWe are thrilled to welcome The Alan Fletcher Band back to Bristol this September\, performing songs from their Americana/Country Music catalogue. \nAlan Fletcher may be best known for his 31 year (and counting) tenure on Neighbours\, but lately it’s his talent and passion for making folk and Americana music that has been delighting audiences at home and abroad. \nDrawing on the influence of legendary storytellers like John Prine and Guy Clark\, Fletcher crafts and delivers songs that tackle the human condition with warmth\, compassion and a wry sense of humour. \nSince the release of acclaimed full-length album The Point in 2022\, ‘Fletch’ has toured heavily on the Australian and UK Americana circuits\,\nincluding a run of 34 UK and Irish dates with collaborators Lachlan Bryan\, Riley Catherall and Jennifer Hansen \nAlan and his band will tour the UK extensively from August 2026.\nAlan has just released the single Ain’t Done Yet which foreshadows the release of his second album Back to School in February 2026. \n  \n“….what elevated the evening for me was the balance he struck between thoughtfulness and fun and the strength of his connection with the crowd. It’s safe to say he’s going to appeal to music fans way beyond just those who know him from ‘Neighbours’” – Laura Cooney \n  \nLearn more about Alan Fletcher and his music here: Alan Fletcher \n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExclusive offer for all Hen & Chicken event ticket holders\n\n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/returning-to-bristol-the-alan-fletcher-band/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:alt-country,Country,Country Music,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260918T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260410T104151Z
CREATED:20260410T104151Z
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SUMMARY:Comedy: Alfie Brown - THE ENTERTAINER
DESCRIPTION:A show so entertaining you can scarcely believe it. Written and performed (both!) by a man in crisis\, desperate to find meaning in life.  As technology makes life easier\, where do we find value?  What is stand-up comedy for? Buy a ticket and find out\, let me amuse you like you’ve never been amused before\, I doubt you’ll ever need amusing again.\n“The best thing I saw last year” Stewart Lee
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-alfie-brown-the-entertainer/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260918T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T230000
DTSTAMP:20260203T105123Z
CREATED:20260203T102847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T105123Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Joe Martin
DESCRIPTION:Singer-songwriter Joe Martin\, returns to the Hen & Chicken this September. \n21st century troubadour Joe Martin is deservedly gaining attention on both sides of the Atlantic seeing him play shows around the UK\, Europe and legendary venues in Nashville\, Tennessee. \nHis musical journey has seen him collaborate with some of Nashville’s top songwriters including Johnny Garcia of Garth Brooks’ band\, hit writer Jill Collucci and Aaron Raitiere at RCA studios on Music Row. \nHis sound is deeply rooted in the classic American style\, drawing inspiration from a wide range of influences from American folk artists like Simon and Garfunkel\, Bob Dylan and James Taylor to\nsongwriters such as Townes Van Zandt\, Jason Isbell and Kacey Musgraves\, with storytelling and lyric a main focus of Joe’s songwriting. \nHis latest album Alone In Valentine was recorded in Nashville with Cal Campbell and Cornelius Webb\, sons of the music legends Glen Campbell and Jimmy Webb. In Joe’s words\, the album is to serve as musical bridge between generations. Preserving elements of the\nclassic Country and Americana sound while bringing his own unique perspective to the music. \nThe album will be released in April accompanied by an 8 day tour around the north of the UK. A southern tour will follow in September with tickets already on sale at joemartinmusic.com/live \n“Superb melodies accompanied by a fantastic voice and\noutstanding lyrics.” – Fatea Magazine \n“The night I was at the Bluebird Cafe a young Englishman with a\nrich\, resonant voice named Joe Martin seemed primed for bigger\nthings.” – New York Times \nThe UK’s finest troubadour! – W21 \n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-joe-martin/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:alt-country,American roots,Americana,Live music,singer-songwriter,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260924T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260924T220000
DTSTAMP:20260702T084217Z
CREATED:20260701T111708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T084217Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Martin and Andy Play The Real Book
DESCRIPTION:To launch the 26/27 season\, we start with the front-line pairing of saxophonist Martin Kern and trumpeter Andy Hague. For tonight’s gig\, they will be ditching the printed arrangements and playing a selection of standards and Blue Note era classics they both know from memory\, in homage to the famous Real Books. For the non-players out there\, the Real Books are collections of jazz tunes used for repertoire by many jazz musicians since the early 1980s. \nMartin Kern grew up in Bülach near Zürich in Switzerland and later studied in Paris at the Cèntre d´’Information Musicale and at the Swiss Jazz School in Bern before spending some time in New York. He then moved to Berlin where he became a part oft he vibrant jazz scene. It was there that he recorded his first albums as a bandleader\, “Visions” and “Now Is The Music”. He later moved to Vienna where he recorded his most recent CD “Live At The ORF”\, a live radio concert at the Austrian Broadcasting Corporation. Martin’s music is a striking blend of bebop\, hard bop and contemporary jazz\, his sound reflecting those of legendary saxophonists Sonny Rollins\, Dexter Gordon and others. \nPianist Tom Berge is a graduate of Leeds College and besides being incredibly busy with live jazz gigs is building a career as a composer\, having written music for the BBC\, Sky\, ITV and other production companies. \nWill Harris holds a Masters in jazz bass from the Royal Academy\, but is also a medical doctor. We’ve seen a little less of drummer Ryan Thrupp recently since he is now based in London\, so great to have him back for this opening gig. \n \nBristol jazz saxophonist Martin Kern – www.martinkernmusic.com \n  \n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-martin-and-andy-play-the-real-book/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Jazz,Bristol Live Music,Bristol Live Music Venue,Jazz,Jazz club,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260930T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260930T220000
DTSTAMP:20260507T122251Z
CREATED:20260507T121602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T122251Z
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SUMMARY:Comedy: Mark Thomas - 40 IN STAND-UP YEARS
DESCRIPTION:What?! Mark Thomas has been ‘standing up’ for 40 years? Impossible!! But how old does that make you…? Alas it is true; one of our oldest surviving alternative comics celebrates 40 years at the mic. \nSo\, here’s what he has done so far in numbers; performed comedy for 40 years\, won 8 awards for performing\, 4 for human rights work and 1 he invented for himself\, made 6 series of the Mark Thomas Comedy Product (Channel 4)\, written 6 books and 5 play scripts\, made 5 series of the Manifesto for Radio 4\, made 3 Dispatches for Channel 4\, sued the police (and won) 3 times\, curated and authored 2 art exhibitions with artist Tracey Moberly and had 1 Guinness World Record for holding 20 protests in 24 hours. \nIf that’s not enough\, he’s also walked 724km around the length of the Israel Wall in the West Bank\, been credited with changing the law on tax avoidance\, started a comedy club in Palestine with Dr Sam Beale and campaigned successfully for things like trade union recognition for cinema workers and getting multinationals to change their practices. You’re right\, there’s more\, but your attention is running out and we’re running out of space. So let’s just say he’s generally mucked about trying to have fun and upset the right people…which he is really\, really good at. \nSo basically expect a taster menu of government and personal mayhem\, jokes\, rants and a personal state of the nation broadcast as he tries to turn ‘what the f*ck is going on’ into a cogent hour of stand-up. \n★★★★★ “Once again shooting laughter-laden political bullets from the lip” THE RECS
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/copmedy-mark-thomas-40-years-in-stand-up/
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:20261001T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261001T223000
DTSTAMP:20260210T130149Z
CREATED:20260210T125716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T130149Z
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SUMMARY:Music: My Darling Clementine
DESCRIPTION:“Johnny Cash & June Carter\, Dolly Parton & Porter Waggoner\, Gram Parsons & Emmylou Harris\, Lee Hazelwood & Nancy Sinatra. Now add to that list Michael Weston King and Lou Dalgleish\, AKA\, My Darling Clementine who have earned their place in the role call of great country duettists” – UNCUT \nMichael Weston King & Lou Dalgleish are outstanding songwriters and singers individually\, who between them have worked with such diverse artists as Nick Cave\, Bryan Ferry\, The Brodsky Quartet\, Steve Earle\, Nils Lofgren\, Ron Sexsmith\, & Graham Parker\, but together they create harmonious magic and are a formidable musical force \nSince coming togther in 2011 they have released 6 albums\, and won numerous awards in the UK\, Scandinavia and N. America. Their songs have been covered by over 50 different artists and featured in various films and TV shows. Lou’s song ‘No Matter What Tammy Said’ was placed in the top 25 country songs of the 21st Century by Country Music People magazine\, while Michael’s song ‘Riding The Range’ was recorded by the late\, great Townes Van Zandt \nThe current My Darling Clementine live show is a trip through their extensive back-catalogue\, including songs from their 2021 album Country Darkness\, a collection of Elvis Costello songs re-interpreted for duet\, made in collaboration with the brilliant pianist\, and long-time Costello side-man\, Steve Nieve. \n“Costello’s songs\, King and Dalgleish’s voices\, Nieve’s keys… it’s a perfect fit”- American Songwriter \nThey will also be showcasing songs from their new solo albums\, Michael’s “Nothing Can Hurt Me Anymore” (April ’26) and Lou’s “Adverse Camber” (August ’26). \n“King and Dalgleish have re-invented the country duet – The mingling of these two voices is just heavenly”  – Mojo \n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-my-darling-clementine/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Acoustic music,alt-country,American roots,Americana,Country,duo,Live music,singer-songwriter,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261001T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261001T223000
DTSTAMP:20260702T131903Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Sam Glaser Quintet
DESCRIPTION:For our first touring band of the season we’re pleased to present for the first time saxophonist Sam Glaser\, with a band of current London luminaries who between them have been performing with artists such as Alex Hitchcock\, Emma Rawicz\, Ant Law\, Kit Downes and more. \nSam Glaser is an alto saxophonist\, composer and bandleader based in London\, UK. He is a virtuosic improviser and a unique voice on the UK jazz scene\, and his warm and distinctive saxophone sound\, paired with lyrical\, energetic\, and emotive playing\, have led to renown amongst musicians and listeners alike. Sam’s saxophone playing is firmly grounded in the history of jazz music but takes great inspiration from modern masters including Will Vinson\, Chris Potter\, Kurt Rosenwinkel\, and Ben Wendel. \nSam graduated from the Royal Academy of Music in 2016 with a 1st class honours degree in jazz saxophone\, where he studied with some of the UK’s leading jazz musicians including Julian Siegel\, Iain Ballamy\, Nikki Iles\, James Allsopp\, Gareth Lockrane\, and Tom Cawley. He was also a member of the National Youth Jazz Orchestra between 2013 and 2018\, where he held the principle alto chair for two years and during which time performed with artists including Gregory Porter\, Clare Teal\, Zoe Rahman\, and Jason Yarde. He was also a featured soloist on the studio album “NYJO 50”\, released on Whirlwind Records in 2015. \nHighly sought after\, Sam has performed with leading musicians and bands including the Tom Smith big band\, Patchwork Jazz Orchestra\, the Gareth Lockrane Big Bang\, Adam Woodcock’s Meridian\, and the Tom Niblock big band. He was a featured soloist on Stan Sulzmann’s “Mon Ami”\, released in 2021\, and recorded for Slowly Rolling Camera on their record “Juniper”\, released on Edition Records in 2018. \nRead more here: Sam Glaser Music \n \n  \n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-sam-glaser-quintet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Jazz,Bristol Live Music,Bristol Live Music Venue,Jazz,Jazz club,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T220000
DTSTAMP:20260410T104642Z
CREATED:20260410T104642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T104642Z
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SUMMARY:Comedy:  Jacob Hawley- FIGHTING AGE MAN
DESCRIPTION:The Screen Rot Podcast’s Jacob Hawley presents a bold new hour of blistering stand-up\, questionable opinions\, and stories that most people would need waterboarding to admit to. As seen on The Have A Word podcast\, most of the other podcasts\, Talksport\, Sky\, ITV\, The BBC\, and OnlyFans.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-jacob-hawley-fighting-age-man-2/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,Comedy Club Bristol,What's on Bristol
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T223000
DTSTAMP:20260703T103311Z
CREATED:20260703T103311Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: From A to Z – The music of Al Cohn and Zoot Sims
DESCRIPTION:Al Cohn and Zoot Sims were one of the great tenor sax partnerships in jazz. In a series of albums beginning in the late fifties\, along with regular spots at the Half Note in New York\, they developed a quintet sound based on a joyful approach to performing\, rooted in swing\, informed by bebop and growing from their experiences together in the Woody Herman band. Al Cohn’s arrangements are super hip and not performed all that often. They often create the feeling of a ‘mini-big band’\, with driving swing and tight ensemble playing\, along with space for the soloists to shine individually and in duet. This is an exciting challenge for a band and a hugely enjoyable experience for the audience. \nFor this brand-new project\, Luke Annesley has assembled some great musicians\, all well-known to Bristol audiences (and beyond)\, to recreate Cohn’s arrangements\, which he has meticulously transcribed. With Ruth Hammond alongside Luke himself on tenor saxes\, the band also features Tom Berge on piano\, Riaan Vosloo on double bass and Scott Hammond on drums. Luke has a story about meeting Zoot Sims when he was 14 which he’ll bend your ear about given an opportunity\, but probably even better just to sit back and enjoy an evening’s homage to the music of Al and Zoot! \nRead more about the music of Al Cohn & Zoot Sims here: https://nationaljazzarchive.org.uk/explore/interviews/1634252-al-cohn-and-zoot-sims \n \n  \n25% off your food bill when you reserve a table in our  bar /restaurant\nWhen you book a table and enjoy dinner in our restaurant\, we reserve great seats for you\, ready for the performance\, so you can skip the queue and relax while enjoying your meal. \n\nPlease make your dinner reservation under the same name you used to book your tickets. \n\n*Does not include a ticket to your chosen event. Please purchase separately.  Please order promptly on arrival and allow 1 hour before doors open. \nBook a Table – Hen & Chicken
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-from-a-to-z-the-music-of-al-cohn-and-zoot-sims/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Jazz,Bristol Live Music,Bristol Live Music Venue,Jazz,Jazz club,Live music,What's on Bristol
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SUMMARY:Music: Poor Old Dogs
DESCRIPTION:An original take on traditional folk music. \nPoor Old Dogs is a riotous folk band from Bristol\, bringing beer-soaked mayhem and foot-stomping energy to the timeless traditions of UK and Irish folk music. \nHaving been playing together for over a decade\, they’ve honed their craft and their chaos\, with a knack for turning any gig into a rollicking\, rowdy singalong. They deliver raucous tunes\, wild stories\, and the kind of chaos that pairs perfectly with a pint (or three)\, performing both traditional music and their own self-penned songs \nExpect a night of riotous folk\,  beer-soaked mayhem and foot-stomping energy. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-poor-old-dogs/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Folk,Folk Music,Live music,What's on Bristol
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SUMMARY:Comedy:  Robert White 'That' Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy!
DESCRIPTION:‘THAT’ Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy! is going on tour with a brand new show!\n\nWhether you’re a fan from his series of Britain’s Got Talent\, or you’re one of his millions of online viewers but only just realising that Robert White is ‘THAT’ Gay Autistic Keyboard Tanktop Comedy Guy\, you’ll want to see his mix of songs\, stories\, stand up\, gags\, props\, improvisation\, interaction and all sorts of other engaging naughty nonsense besides!\n“Very funny\, fantastic oddball”  Time Out
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/comedy-robert-white-that-gay-autistic-keyboard-tanktop-comedy-guy/
LOCATION:Hen & Chicken Studio
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Comedy Club,Comedy,What's on Bristol
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