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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260701T170000
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SUMMARY:FIFA World Cup England vs Congo DR
DESCRIPTION:Come and get behind England as they push into the next stage of their FIFA World Cup campaign. \nEngland V Congo DR – 5pm KO \nShowing in The Chicken Shed & The Main Bar
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/fifa-world-cup-england-vs-congo-dr/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Sport,World Cup 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260630T200000
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:20260626T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260626T223000
DTSTAMP:20260331T113710Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260624T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260624T213000
DTSTAMP:20260522T100649Z
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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:20260623T210000
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260618T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260618T223000
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Andy Hague Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Trumpeter Andy Hague returns with his quintet to close off the club’s 25/26 season. The music will be a mixture of tunes from quintet album Coming of Age [2018]\, Andy’s 2021 quartet album Release and a few tunes from other current jazz composers. \n“So impressed with this record\, wow\, it’s current\, it’s hip” – Linley Hamilton\, BBC Radio Ulster’s Jazz World. “it’s the variety of the musical structures deployed\, as well as the sheer spirit and fire in these performances that makes this a significant milestone for Hague and his chums” – Peter Vacher\, four star review in Jazzwise March 2019. \nWell known in Bristol’s jazz scene\, in 2019 Andy Hague played for the first time with legendary UK jazz composer Mike Westbrook as part of his Uncommon Orchestra\, and post-Covid the band has appeared at Cheltenham and Cambridge Jazz Festivals\, the Rossini Festival in Lugo\, Italy and Ronnie Scott’s 2022 and 2023. \nLong term associate saxophonist Ben Waghorn is a versatile musician who 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. Pianist Jim Blomfield has been a vital part of Bristol’s jazz scene for many years and has accompanied many of the UK’s best known players. He has released two trio CDs of his own compositions. “Jim Blomfield is the best British pianist you’ve never heard of and is an absolute marvel” – Independent on Sunday. Bassist Riaan Vosloo works regularly with saxophonist Ed Jones and runs the post-grad programme at BIMM Bristol music college. Drummer Mark Whitlam is head of the drum department at BIMM college and has played with big names such as Andy Sheppard and Iain Ballamy besides composing for his own projects. \n \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-andy-hague-quintet-2/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Jazz,Jazz,Jazz club,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260617T210000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260617T233000
DTSTAMP:20260611T153944Z
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SUMMARY:FIFA World Cup 2026: England vs Croatia
DESCRIPTION:England vs Croatia\n\nJoin us in The Chicken Shed as Tuchel’s side kick off their tournament against Croatia on Wednesday 17 June.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/fifa-world-cup-2026-england-vs-croatia/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Sport,World Cup 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260611T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260611T223000
DTSTAMP:20260430T104452Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Liam Brennan's Abacus
DESCRIPTION:Composer Liam Brennan last presented Abacus at the club in 2023\, and returns as part of a short tour to promote their new album\, which was recorded live in the same year. The band features some of the finest players from the Birmingham and London scenes\, and on this occasion includes our own Nick Malcolm on trumpet\, standing in for regular trumpeter James Borland. \nFormed in 2022\, the project concept was heavily influenced by Omer Avital’s Asking No Permission which featured a 4-horn frontline. The music aims to combine concepts from both the jazz small group tradition as well as the big band lineage \nLiam draws influences from composers John Hollenbeck and John Taylor\, as well as Charles Mingus and Oliver Nelson. He is currently studying a masters in composition and improvisation in Gothenburg\, Sweden with an Erasmus project in Oslo\, Norway. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-liam-brennans-abacus/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Jazz,Jazz,Jazz club,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260604T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260604T223000
DTSTAMP:20260430T100043Z
CREATED:20260430T100043Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Steve Banks Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Guitarist Steve Banks released his critically acclaimed debut album Emboldened in May 2023 on Stoney Lane Records followed by a UK tour. Emboldened presents a compelling\, distinctive\, and personal sound\, immediately recognisable as the guitarist and composer’s own work. Powerful modern jazz\, deep contemporary grooves\, lush harmonies\, and memorable melodies amongst expressive\, rich\, and dynamic improvisation from a quintet comprising celebrated UK musicians and bandleaders. \n“All the compositions are heartfelt and honest\, as are the performances. A chronicle of hard-won optimism and hope. An elegant response to troubled times” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ – Jazz album of the month\, BBC Music Magazine \nRebecca Nash – piano. Highly respected and in-demand UK pianist and composer Rebecca’s recent album ‘Peaceful King’ on Whirlwind records was received with enthusiastic acclaim in both UK and US. “One of the freshest most creative talents in the UK at this present time” UK Vibe\n\nSam Crockatt – saxophone. Royal Academy graduate\, Whirlwind recording artist including three critically acclaimed albums as leader and Parliamentary Jazz Award winner. “’Mells Bells’ further burnishes Crockatt’s substantial reputation” John Fordham\, The Guardian \nHenrik Jensen – bass. Royal Academy graduate\, Babel recording artist including three critically acclaimed albums as leader. “Jensen is thoughtful\, richly chordal and attractively Charlie Haden-like on the bass” John Fordham\, The Guardian \nJonathan Silk – drums. Originally from Scotland\, Jonathan is a drummer\, composer and bandleader based in Birmingham. He has released two albums with his own big band and string orchestra to critical acclaim and worked with world-renowned composers Vince Mendoza and Maria Schneider as well as a host of other nationally and internationally renowned musicians. Awards include BBC Young Scottish Jazz Musician of the Year in 2014 and the Yamaha Jazz Scholar Award 2011. Jonathan has been collaborating with Steve to arrange the music from Emboldened for full jazz orchestra.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-steve-banks-quintet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Jazz,Jazz,Jazz club,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260528T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260528T223000
DTSTAMP:20260410T102455Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: John Donegan Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Pianist John Donegan has visited annually to promote his series of sextet albums\, but this year has returned to quartet format for his latest CD Interfuse\, recorded in Dublin\, May 2025. The recording features the cream of Ireland’s jazz scene including former Van Morrison saxophonist Richie Buckley\, but as on previous occasions tonight we present John’s music with a specially formed Bristol version. \nFor the first time John will be joined by Dan Newberry on sax duties – Dan is a firebrand player whose musical maturity belies his relative youth and his playing never fails to impress. The rock solid rhythm team of Chris Jones and Ryan Thrupp have played for John’s previous sextet visits. \nOriginally from Cork in Ireland\, John Donegan lived in Bristol during the 90s and was a mainstay of the jazz scene here before work took him to London. Now retired from his day job\, over the past few years John has been able to dedicate his time exclusively to music and has released several recordings demonstrating his compositional skills including his three sextet albums Shadows Linger [2022]\, Light Streams [2023] and We Will Meet Again\, Sometime [2024]. \nOnce again John has gained a hard to achieve four star review in Jazzwise Magazine “In short\, superb music; and brilliant production” alongside other excellent reviews you will find in Jazz Journal\, UK Jazz News and All About Jazz.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-john-donegan-quartet/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260526T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260526T223000
DTSTAMP:20260224T123416Z
CREATED:20260224T123041Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Dirk Powell\, Amelia Powell and Cedric Watson.
DESCRIPTION:Infectious mountain music and Zydeco rhythms where Appalachia meets the Louisiana bayou … \nDirk Powell\, renowned fiddle\, banjo and cajun accordion player\, with his daughter\, Amelia Powell – guitar and vocals\, have teamed up with Cedric Watson – creole fiddle\, accordion and francophone vocals. \nThis promises to be an evening when the mountains of Kentucky meet the Louisiana bayous.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-dirk-powell-amelia-powell-and-cedric-watson/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:alt-country,American roots,Americana,Country,Folk,Folk Music,Live music,What's on Bristol,world music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260521T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260521T223000
DTSTAMP:20260410T094634Z
CREATED:20260410T094634Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Emile Hinton Trio
DESCRIPTION:Emile Hinton is an award-winning jazz pianist and composer emerging from the heart of the London jazz scene. A mentee of renowned UK pianist Julian Joseph\, he graduated with first-class honours from Trinity Laban Conservatoire and recently spent three months at the Tribeca Jazz Institute in NYC\, studying with some of New York’s top musicians. In 2023\, Emile was honoured with the Tina May Musician’s Company Young Jazz Musician of the Year. \nAs the pianist for jazz legends Ricky Ford (Charles Mingus\, Ellington Orchestra) and Jazz Messenger Jean Toussaint (Art Blakey\, McCoy Tyner)\, Emile has performed at top venues across the UK and Europe\, including Ronnie Scott’s\, The Jazz Café\, The Barbican and Pizza Express\, working with their ensembles and leading his own diverse projects across multiple genres. He has just released his debut album which features contemporary and swinging original compositions. \nBassist Toby Yapp was a student at Bristol Cathedral School and attended Bristol Pre-Conservatoire before gaining a place on the Royal Academy jazz course. Having graduated a few years back he is now a regular fixture on the London scene\, so lovely to welcome him back to Bristol as an established professional. \nKai MacRae is one of London’s leading young drummers who has performed with Joe Webb\, Rachel Cohen\, Sultan Stevenson and many more. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-emile-hinton-trio/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260517T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260517T230000
DTSTAMP:20260416T081352Z
CREATED:20260416T081352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T081352Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Xpress Fest Grand Finale
DESCRIPTION:Seven days… Seven events giving back… It was all building up to this. Come join Xpress Fest for our grand finale of exceptional local music talent\, all to raise funds for vital mental health charities\, one of which is Mind Your Music whose founders you may also know as Sarah and Elliott\, hosts of our open mic night. \nExpress Fest is Bristol’s newest grassroots music and comedy festival running from 11 May to 17 May. The line-up at the Hen is: \nPaul Antony Brookshaw AKA Tall Paul\nThe man who puts himself into self-expression.\nWatch Paul on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWzGYqMDN6p/ \nFeud\nThis funky\, fun 5-piece is part of the Bristol Youth Studios project created by Bristol Beacon for 13 – 18-year-old singers and musicians.Watch Feud on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWtGNYniCbt/ \nBand of Buggers\nA chaotic affair of silliness\, slapstick and singing accompanied by a uniquely bluesy whisky sound.\nWatch Band of Buggers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DEHp5NquZzU/ \nPilot Scheme\nEarworms and mind treats from the Bristol story-song guy and a nice line in audience participation.\nListen on Bandcamp: https://thebighowever.bandcamp.com/track/static-caravan-single \nOdessa Steps\nThe West Country’s observant tunesmiths that blend catchy folk with other flavours.\nWatch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reel/4362095210672714 \nBethany Jane\nBethany is Bethany: a singer-songwriter of immense emotional power with a gorgeous voice.\nWatch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reel/3989176168037509 \nThe Open Mic Surgeons\nPilot Scheme and buddies become The Open Mic Surgeons in a brassy voiced romp from New Orleans of the 30s to the Talking Heads era of New York. \nSam Elliott\nWe’re privileged to host the debut performance by very talented Bristol songwriter Sam Elliott. Expect beautifully melodic\, poetic song in the mould of Waterboys\, Doves and Prefab Sprouts.
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-xpress-fest-grand-finale/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Acoustic music,alt-pop,Alternative,American roots,Americana,Band,blues,Blues rock,Bristol Comedy,Folk,Folk Music,Funk,Live music,singer-songwriter
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260514T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260514T223000
DTSTAMP:20260410T091509Z
CREATED:20260410T091509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T091509Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Ray D'Inverno's Quintessential Groove
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to welcome back veteran pianist Ray D’Inverno who last visited in Oct 2024. The previous year 2023 was a milestone for Ray as he reached 80 years of age\, and celebrated his birthday with a sell-out gala concert at Southampton’s Turner Sims concert hall featuring Quintessential Groove with special guests including his son Mark D’Inverno [also a pianist] and tenor sax star Ed Jones. \nQuintessential Groove has been booked for Swanage Jazz Festival in July 26\, so this is something of a warm-up gig for that prestigious event. \nRay is based near Dorchester\, but for many years ran Southampton Jazz Club alongside his career as a Professor of Mathematics and General Relativity at Southampton University. Ray has performed alongside many of the UK’s greatest players\, and has released recordings featuring Jim Mullen\, Stan Sulzmann\, Tony Roberts and many more. He has been leading his current band Quintessential Groove for the past decade. Tonight they will be playing music from their recent CD release All In The Same Boat\, which features eleven of Ray’s melodic but rhythmically varied compositions. \nThe band consists of highly rated Canadian saxophonist Terry Quinney [Sound of BlueNote]\, Andy Hague – trumpet\, Ray D’Inverno – piano\, with Bristol’s Will Harris stepping in on bass. We’re also very pleased to have local legend Tony Orrell guesting on drums\, who whilst a regular fixture up at Bristol Music Club in Clifton has not played at the Be-Bop for many years. \nYou can listen to Ray’s extensive back catalogue on Bandcamp. \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-ray-dinvernos-quintessential-groove/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260513T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260513T214500
DTSTAMP:20260316T140044Z
CREATED:20260316T140044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T140044Z
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SUMMARY:Theatre: Wednesday Night Improv - Anniversary Special!
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Night Improv’s monthly show celebrates one year with a special containing your favourite performers from some of the best shows appearing at WNI over the past year. \nExpect quick wit\, bold characters\, games and stories made up on the spot. All inspired by your suggestions. \n## YOUR PERFORMERS FOR THE EVENING ##\n– Alex (representing What’s Your Starsign?)\n– Anna (representing Birdwatchers)\n– Gemma (representing G&T)\n– Holly (representing The Bish Bosh Bash)\n– Jack (representing The Groundhogs)\n– Katie (representing Beansville)\n– Marie (representing Pressure Cooker)\n– Ros (representing Real Positive Poles)\n– Theo (representing Last Day on Earth)\n– Tim (representing Jazz Police) \nAnd your host\, Ste Brown (representing himself… and bald men from Derby). \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-anniversary-special/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol Comedy,Bristol Improv,Comedy,Improv,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260507T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T223000
DTSTAMP:20260410T091713Z
CREATED:20260410T083533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T091713Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz: Walrws - 60s Pop Classics with a Jazz Twist
DESCRIPTION:The band consists of 4 musicians with many accolades and performances throughout Britain and abroad. \nWith a recording soon to be released the band are performing with their new Welsh spelling name\, and will play a selection of their pad which will take you through tunes by artists ranging from The Beach Boys\, The Monkees\, Bob Dylan\, Simon and Garfunkel and of course The Beatles. The essence of the originals is maintained but the quartet have added in the spontaneous and care free approach which is also attached to this great era. \nPembrokeshire Online live review by Nigel Summerley from Aber Jazz Festival:\nGuitarist James Chadwick led the band through a series of inspired improvisations on tunes familiar to those of a certain age\, but taking them into unfamiliar territory. Bob Dylan’s Mr Tambourine Man\, Paul Simon’s Sound Of Silence\, the Beatles’ Blackbird and the Brian Wilson’s God Only Knows were revealed as fertile ground for jazz – perhaps not surprising\, given the genius of their composers. But even the Monkees’ Daydream Believer became a fascinating musical exploration. \nMark Sambell on piano and Aidan Thorne on bass proved to be masters of invention\, but it was the fierce and focused drumming of Liz Exell that kept the musical fire burning throughout and made this a very special gig.\n[Nigel Summerley retired from The Oldie magazine to return to freelance journalism. He previously held executive staff jobs at the London Evening Standard amongst others.] \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/jazz-walrws-60s-pop-classics-with-a-jazz-twist/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Live music,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260506T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260506T233000
DTSTAMP:20260505T110443Z
CREATED:20260225T142207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T110443Z
UID:10002923-1778097600-1778110200@www.henandchicken.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260501T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260501T230000
DTSTAMP:20251103T113312Z
CREATED:20251103T113312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T113312Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music: Juliet Lloyd
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to welcome back singer-songwriter Juliet Lloyd for an intimate performance in The Chicken Shed.\n\nAfter a decade-long hiatus\, Juliet Lloyd returned to music in 2020 and Carnival (2024) was her fouth album – it reflects her folk-rooted storytelling with pop sensibilities and melodies. \nJuliet Lloyd is an acclaimed singer/songwriter who splits her time between the DC region and Nashville and has garnered comparisons to Brandi Carlile\, Aimee Mann\, and Tori Amos for her signature blend of soulful\, roots-infused folk/pop. Across her 20-year career as a writer and artist\, Juliet has released four studio albums\, garnering placements on television shows on MTV and VH1 and airplay on more than 175 radio stations across the country. Her 2024 full-length album Carnival has been hailed by reviewers for its “evocative storytelling and raw honesty” and “powerfully emotive performance from start to finish.” It features nine songs that “movingly and poetically tell of broken hearts and loneliness yet finds brightness in its melodies and in the luster of Lloyd’s voice.” Juliet’s songwriting and performance chops have earned her top honors in the 2022 Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards and Mid-Atlantic Song Contest\, four “Wammie” finalist nods\, and multiple prestigious national songwriter awards across the past several years. Both solo and with her band\, Juliet has performed 150+ shows a year since 2020\, including festivals and listening rooms across the US and UK. \nHer shows are described by audiences as being both intimate and electrifying. \n\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/live-music-juliet-lloyd/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Alt-Folk,Americana,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260430T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260430T223000
DTSTAMP:20260309T125451Z
CREATED:20260309T125451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T125451Z
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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:20260425T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260425T233000
DTSTAMP:20260310T125141Z
CREATED:20260218T133134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T125141Z
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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:20260424T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260424T223000
DTSTAMP:20260105T121303Z
CREATED:20260105T121230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T121303Z
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SUMMARY:Music: Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell.
DESCRIPTION:Traditional Celtic / Americana acoustic folk duo. \nArthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell are a two-man trad tornado tearing through the folk world with fiddle\, guitar\, foot percussion\, vocals\, and groove to spare. \nMixing Scottish and English roots with modern flair\, they deliver foot-stomping tunes\, rich harmonies\, and cheek and charm. Whether in a village hall or a festival field\, their shows radiate connection and joy. \nWinners of the Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase at Canada’s Goderich Celtic Roots Festival\, they’re fast becoming one of the scene’s most talked-about acts. Their upcoming album turns tradition sideways – storytelling with soul\, and grooves that smoulder\, spark\, and occasionally catch fire. \n  \n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/music-arthur-coates-kerran-cotterell/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Fiddle,Folk,Folk Music,Live music
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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:20260417T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260417T230000
DTSTAMP:20251112T174618Z
CREATED:20251112T100057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T174618Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music: BEN DE LA COUR
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nHis latest release\, New Roses\, received “★★★★”  from MOJO and was named Album of the Month. While Ben’s previous album Sweet Anhedonia felt like ”the American heartland witnessed through the window of a car going 80mph” (American Songwriter)\, New Roses feels like being stuffed into the trunk and driven into an imploding star. The record is a singular and personal vision\, with de la Cour playing nearly every instrument and delivering his strongest vocal performance yet. The result is a razor-sharp album full of what he calls “night songs”— haunting\, impactful songs that feel like the witching hour. In a collection of songs filled with juxtaposition and duality\, de la Cour balances doom and optimism\, seeking out kernels of hope in the darkness. \n  \nWhile much has been written of the darkness that permeates de la Cour’s music\, he finds this emphasis exaggerated: “It is an optimistic record\,” he says of New Roses. “You can’t be hopeful if you’re not willing to acknowledge the spectrum of the human condition. You can be overwhelmed by beauty and you can be overwhelmed by the horrors and you can be overwhelmed by both.” De la Cour remains an optimist\, hopeful that his tales can help the lost\, the lonely\, the doomed. New Roses finds this balance and acceptance in the dualities of life\, ringing true for anyone who has ever felt the need for both light and darkness—for anyone who has learned the hard way that one cannot exist without the other. \n  \nRaised in Brooklyn\, de la Cour lived in London\, Cuba and across the United States before making his home in the American south over a decade and a half ago. Drawing on inspiration from writers and musicians alike—Townes Van Zandt\, Jimi Hendrix\, Nick Cave\, Nina Simone\, Leonard Cohen\, James Baldwin and Carson McCullers among them—de la Cour’s gothic folk songs are as heartbreaking as they are beautiful. \nDe la Cour’s solo tour of Ireland and UK in 2024 was met with high praise\, and included sold out performances in Kilkenny and London. He will be returning to Ireland and UK in January/February 2026 as direct support for Lucinda Williams\, who personally invited Ben to join the tour. This will be followed in Spring by a headlining tour of the UK in April 2026\, which is certain to be Ben de la Cour’s grandest UK headline tour yet. \n  \n“A friend took me to see Ben de la Cour at a little hole-in-the-wall in Nashville. It didn’t take long to realize I was in the presence of greatness. He has much to say\, and knows how to say it as only a true poet can. You owe it to yourself to check him out. He is important. You need this bright young talent now more than ever. We all need Ben de la Cour.”  – Lucinda Williams \n\n\nNew Roses by Ben de la Cour
URL:https://www.henandchicken.com/event/live-music-ben-de-la-cour/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Americana,Live music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260416T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260416T223000
DTSTAMP:20260216T134445Z
CREATED:20260216T134445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T134445Z
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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:20260414T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260414T210000
DTSTAMP:20260326T130302Z
CREATED:20260309T132353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T130302Z
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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/
LOCATION:Chicken Shed
CATEGORIES:Bristol modern jive,Dance class,jive,What's on Bristol
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T223000
DTSTAMP:20260216T132719Z
CREATED:20260216T132719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T132719Z
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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:20260408T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T214500
DTSTAMP:20260316T113344Z
CREATED:20260316T113344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T113344Z
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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:20260402T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260402T223000
DTSTAMP:20260216T121806Z
CREATED:20260216T121806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T121806Z
UID:10002911-1775160000-1775169000@www.henandchicken.com
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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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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