10th October 2017 The institution of the Irish Pub is as powerful an International brand as any traded commodity, with nearly every country or far-flung corner of the globe being home to one. Given its omnipresence it is perhaps surprising… Continue Reading
5th October 2017 “We crouched in the burrow, peeping out… The potatoes lasted a week. When the incendiary bombs fell we would rush out and cook them on the flames.” – Valentina Savelyeva, Stalingrad Survivor As we commemorate the 1oo-year… Continue Reading
22nd August 2017 Despite challenging technical issues throughout, Canada’s Holy Fuck pull off a remarkable show that showcases the very best of their extensive back catalogue, with a welcome sprinkling of fresh new tunes for good measure. It’s been a… Continue Reading
5th July 2017 Since it’s original inception back in 2003, Cornwall’s Kneehigh Theatre have toured Tristan & Yseult extensively, to such universal acclaim that it’s promotional materials now weigh heavy with accolades such as “one of the masterpieces of 21st-century theatre”,… Continue Reading
22nd June 2017 Founded in 2007, Theatre Ad Infinitum is an international ensemble of theatre-makers based in Bristol, that develops new and original theatre for diverse audiences. Lead by Co-Artistic Directors, Nir Paldi and George Mann, they have been creating and touring… Continue Reading
16th June 2017 Another night, another bumper bonanza of top quality comedy. Tonight the fabulous feast includes Aisling Bea, Sara Pascoe, Tim Key and David O’Doherty. Variety is the name of the game here as we are treated to 4… Continue Reading
14th June 2017 Following the great success of King Lear last year, Julius Caesar sees established actors Julian Glover (Caesar) and Lynn Farleigh (Calpurnia) appearing side by side with a new generation of the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School’s (BOVTS)… Continue Reading
25th April 2017 From the perfect footing of the choreographed opening to the dramatic oil painting snapshot finish, Cheek by Jowl’s retelling of Shakespeare Winter’s Tale is a truly awe inspiring work. And barring a confusing 10 minutes in the… Continue Reading