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...
Armed with his signature wit, razor-sharp storytelling, and a complete inability to take himself seriously, Shane Todd is coming to Bristol's Hen & Chicken with his brand new stand up show. Shane hosts the massively popular Tea With Me podcast and performs in some of the world’s most famous comedy clubs. Shane Todd is an Irish comic...
Stand Up For The Weekend with Jacob Hawley featuring Eleanor Tiernan & Ross Smith Headliner: JACOB HAWLEY The 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...
Bristol Modern Jive Club Classes offer modern LeRoc Classes in Bristol. No need to bring a partner as we all move around the room. Warning! Dancing seriously improves your health, including: Balance, coordination and spatial awareness Memory and mental fitness Cardiovascular (good for your heart) Meet new people and make new friends Stress relief Weight...
Discover how early life experiences could shape long-term wellbeing, and how certain factors can support recovery. With Q&A. Why 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...
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...
A natural storyteller, Ben de la Cour’s visceral songwriting grabs you by the heart and doesn’t let go. Weaving evocative stories of desperate characters with his signature “Americanoir” sound, de la Cour shines a glaring light on the human condition. His latest release, New Roses, received “★★★★” from MOJO and was named Album of...
Stand Up For The Weekend with Ignacio Lopez featuring Jamie D'Souza & compere Jeremy Flynn Headliner: Ignacio 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...
An inspiring evening of short films celebrating adventure, resilience and the power of the outdoors. Screening No.7 of the Youth Adventure Trust's series of inspirational adventure films. The programme this time features stories of winter swimmers in London, a 2,000-mile cycling research journey through England’s farming communities, women climbing a Himalayan peak, a joyful wild...
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. Alongside Jim in the rhythm section is the brilliantly dynamic percussion section of...
MC Hammersmith is the world's leading freestyle rapper to emerge from the ghetto of middle-class West London. He presents an evening of improvised comedy raps based on your suggestions. Featuring brand-new routines for 2026! You'll leave astounded at the speed of his brain, the spontaneity of his punchlines, and the stability of his upbringing. Jaw-dropping, hilarious,...
Traditional Celtic / Americana acoustic folk duo. Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell are a two-man trad tornado tearing through the folk world with fiddle, guitar, foot percussion, vocals, and groove to spare. Mixing Scottish and English roots with modern flair, they deliver foot-stomping tunes, rich harmonies, and cheek and charm. Whether in a village hall...
