Alcarras (tramps)
Jul
3

Alcarras (tramps)

Awarded the Golden Bear for Best Film at the Berlin Film Festival, writer/director Carla Simón's vibrant follow up to her popular debut breakthrough Summer 1993 is a moving and beautifully observed new ensemble drama about an extended family of Catalan farmers who, after generations harvesting the same land, face eviction and an uncertain future.

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The Fugitives
Jul
5

The Fugitives

A folk collective headed by songwriters Adrian Glynn and Brendan McLeod, the band has toured extensively through Canada, Western Europe, and the UK. They’re joined by banjo player Chris Suen (Viper Central) and violinist Carly Frey (The Coal Porters).

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The Eddi Reader Band
Jul
13

The Eddi Reader Band

SOLD OUT Eddi Reader has effortlessly developed into one of popular music’s most thrilling and affecting performers. What sets Eddi apart is the depth and quality of the emotional performance and ability to not only move the listener, but connect her experience to that of her audience. No two performances are ever the same. 

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Peatbog Faeries
Jul
14

Peatbog Faeries

Hailing from the Isle of Skye, the legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture of traditional sounds and dance-floor grooves that have been embraced worldwide.

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Gnoss
Jul
25

Gnoss

Gnoss’ signature sound is a rich tapestry of acoustic layers; outstanding musicianship, deep traditional roots and contemporary compositional flair combine to create songs and tunes brimming with character.

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Genticorum
Jul
26

Genticorum

With impeccable musicianship and an infectious joie de vivre, Genticorum are amongst the most distinctive voices in traditional Québécois music, seamlessly melding fiddle, flute, accordion, guitar, foot percussion and voices.

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Top Secret: The Magic of Science
Aug
3

Top Secret: The Magic of Science

This is your opportunity to surround yourself with the mystery of magic, cleverly fused with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hold on to your seats as the Victoria Hall is transformed into a real-life science laboratory and lots of unbelievable "how did they do that!" moments.

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Skipinnish
Aug
4

Skipinnish

With hit after hit of self penned songs and a strong mix of powerful bagpipe, fiddle and accordion led tune sets, Skipinnish encompass the very best of contemporary Celtic Music.

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Relaxed Film: Wonka
Aug
7

Relaxed Film: Wonka

Willy Wonka – chock-full of ideas and determined to change the world one delectable bite at a time – is proof that the best things in life begin with a dream, and if you’re lucky enough to meet Willy Wonka, anything is possible.

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The Celtic Social Club
Aug
11

The Celtic Social Club

With four studio albums and three live albums on the counter; travelling across stages, festivals, and continents, the seven Franco-Irish musicians continue to refine their elegant and daring re-reading of the Celtic music tradition, shaken with great blows of rock energy, pop melody and folk magic...

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As You Like It
Aug
22

As You Like It

This wonderful Shakespearian comedy about life, love, betrayal, faith and death is filled with Folksy's touch of live music, bold characters, audience interaction and plenty of laughs. Bring along your picnics and friends and family to enjoy this fun-filled production!

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Tide Lines
Aug
25

Tide Lines

The four members of Tide Lines, formed in folk and forged in rock, have an innate understanding for the elevational power of music.

Tide Lines, get ready. Everyone’s about to join in.

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Track Dogs
Sep
5

Track Dogs

Track Dogs are two Irishmen, an Englishman and an American, (Garrett Wall, Dave Mooney, Howard Brown & Robbie K.Jones), whose artistic name derives from the dark subterranean world of New York’s subway system. If they are still new to you, check out recent releases Fire on The Rails (2020) and Where to Now? (2022) and see why they are so hard to pigeonhole.

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Baga Chipz
Sep
8

Baga Chipz

Join Baga Chipz MBE; actress, singer-songwriter, comedian, ex-Page 3 Model, Ladies Darts Champion, professional shoplifter and MILF, as she embarks on a nationwide theatre tour coming to a town near you!

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Royal Opera: The Marriage of Figaro
Sep
10

Royal Opera: The Marriage of Figaro

It’s Figaro’s wedding, and you’re invited to join the Almaviva household for an uproarious day of revelation and scandal. Mozart’s comic opera is packed with plot twists, forbidden desires and unforgettable melodies, combining laugh-out-loud comedy with moments of breathtaking beauty.

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The Rod Stewart Songbook
Sep
13

The Rod Stewart Songbook

The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute. Along with his sensational live band, you will be taken on a musical journey spanning 50 years, when one of rock music’s greatest icons sold over 250 million records worldwide.

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Hope and Social
Sep
14

Hope and Social

Hope and Social gigs are a bewildering mix of chaos and superlative musicianship, built on some of the finest songs you’ll ever hear, and garnished with generous portion of Northern, self deprecating humour.

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Steve Tilston
Sep
18

Steve Tilston

Steve Tilston, the hugely talented award-winning performer presents an intimate evening of music, featuring unique arrangements of popular folksongs alongside his own critically acclaimed material.

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The Men They Couldn’t Hang
Sep
20

The Men They Couldn’t Hang

Founded in 1984, TMTCH’s uproarious and engaging style, coupled with keenly contemporary songs, gained a passionate national following, leading to a 40 year career filled with much loved music, a dedicated fan community and high octane performances.

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West End Magic
Sep
21

West End Magic

An exciting, family-friendly show offering an amazing mixture of magic, comedy and variety acts, featuring British Champion of Magic Oliver Tabor, magical compere Wayne Trice plus special guest acts.

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Celine: My Heart Will Go On
Sep
27

Celine: My Heart Will Go On

After a sold out tour across the UK and Europe in 2023, Celine- My Heart Will Go On is back for 2024 bigger and better than ever!!! The concert is a stunning celebration of the music and one of one of the greatest singers of our time.

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Giggleswick and Settle Brass Band
Sep
28

Giggleswick and Settle Brass Band

Join us for a delightful musical escapade featuring the enchanting melodies of Giggleswick and Settle Brass Band! In just 80 minutes, embark on a whimsical journey around the globe as we serenade you with harmonious tunes from England to Australia.

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Gentlemen of Few
Oct
3

Gentlemen of Few

Gentlemen of Few are a 6 piece indie-Rock band born from the Garden of England. With more than a decade of performing under their belt, The Gents make and play their music with a passion that is ‘Hardly to be believed’. The Kentish Lads have made their name from playing stages up and down the country from the urban street’s of London to the beaches of Tiree, earning themselves a BBC folk award nomination and some TV Appearances along the way.

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The Salts
Oct
4

The Salts

21st century folk fires a respectful broadside at the traditional. The Salts are a co-operative of seasoned musicians, creating what is fast becoming one of the most exciting and energetic folk concepts of recent times.

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Lady Nade sings Nina Simone
Oct
5

Lady Nade sings Nina Simone

Experience 'Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone' - an extraordinary celebration of Nina Simone's timeless legacy. Lady Nade, acclaimed for her unique and award-winning vocal talent, stands as a shining star in the UK music scene. This high-octane performance, coupled with a heartfelt homage to Nina Simone, promises an unforgettable show you simply can't afford to miss.

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Tashi Lhunpo Monks: From The Roof of the World
Oct
10

Tashi Lhunpo Monks: From The Roof of the World

Tibetan monks present chant, mantras, music and dance opening a magical window on to a world of reincarnation and Buddhist mysticism. Dramatic swirling masked dances and Tantric musical instruments evoke the atmosphere of sacred Tibet, offering an experience of an ancient culture and an insight into this endangered world.

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Fairport Convention
Oct
16

Fairport Convention

Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, with 2024 being their 57th anniversary! During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes, but one thing has remained the same - Fairport’s passion for performance.

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The Churchfitters
Oct
25

The Churchfitters

Saucepan dulcimer, glass harp, Bing-Bong machine and magic boots all join some more conventional instruments (fiddle, banjo, sax and whistle to name a few) to back Rosie Short’s sublime voice.

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Gigspanner Big Band
Oct
27

Gigspanner Big Band

Characterised by riotous inventiveness, technically gifted individual playing and subtle collaborative interaction, this coming together of several of the biggest names on the folk-roots scene, combines a deep knowledge of roots traditions with a ceaselessly boundary pushing approach.

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Lindisfarne
Oct
31

Lindisfarne

We are delighted to welcome the legendary 70’s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE, with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.

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Lindisfarne
Nov
1

Lindisfarne

We are delighted to welcome the legendary 70’s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE, with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.

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The Hunch
Nov
2

The Hunch

Intriguingly crafted classics and soul searching ballads shine with five-part harmonies and instrumental virtuosity, all introduced with dry wit and audacious humour.

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The Watch Plays Genesis
Nov
3

The Watch Plays Genesis

The Watch are back from autumn 2024 with a brand new show, celebrating the 50th anniversary of 1974’s Genesis masterpiece The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. Each of the double concept album songs will be performed on stage. Brief snippets of narrative will help the listener unravel the mysteries at the heart of the story.

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Ranagri
Nov
9

Ranagri

Ranagri is an award winning folk band from Ireland and England. With a unique blend of instruments that includes voices, guitar, bouzouki, flutes, whistles, harp/ electric harp, and bodhrán/drums, they create a sound that is both mesmerising and unforgettable.

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The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican
Nov
16

The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican

Founded in Barnsley Rock City in 2006 by their outspoken and energetic ringleader, Scott Doonican, The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican are on a mission! Far from being your typical folk ensemble, this cult-like collective of like-minded knit-wear enthusiasts are determined to follow in their spiritual father’s immortal footsteps and keep his legacy alive.

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Royal Ballet: Cinderella
Dec
15

Royal Ballet: Cinderella

This Christmas, be transported into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true. This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet’s Founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton is a theatrical experience for all the family.

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Katherine Priddy
Mar
8

Katherine Priddy

Katherine Priddy’s live performances are engaging, moving and amusing by turn, delivering original songs with emotional maturity, depth and particularly noteworthy lyrics. Despite the delicate nuances of her sound, Katherine Priddy is not a fragile wallflower, but a determined young woman making her mark.

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The Bluebells
Mar
28

The Bluebells

The Bluebells enjoyed a whirlwind career spanning the early 1980’s with a recording output including three U.K. hit singles. “I’m Falling”, “Cath” and “Young at Heart” made with a procession of producers including Elvis Costello who became a mentor and teacher to the band.

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Royal Opera: Turandot
Apr
6

Royal Opera: Turandot

Puccini’s captivating opera of a cold-hearted princess and her mysterious suitor. Featuring the ever-popular ‘Nessun dorma’, this opera of love and revenge is brought to life in a dazzling production.

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The Sam Sweeney Band
Jun
8

The Sam Sweeney Band

Nominated four times, and winner in 2015, of Musician Of The Year BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Sam is a veteran of the mighty Bellowhead, former and inaugural artistic director of the National Youth Folk Ensemble, founder member of the acclaimed instrumental trio Leveret, and “one of the defining English fiddle players of his generation” (Mark Radcliffe) at the forefront of the revival in English traditional music.

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The Stadium Rock Experience
Jun
7

The Stadium Rock Experience

Described as an audio and visual sensation, the Trigger band are thrilled to be bringing our esteemed classic rock show to the Victoria Hall. They will be providing the full ‘stadium rock experience’, delivering the excitement and spectacle associated with arena rock, with the highest standard of musicianship, and the most popular hit songs from the biggest mainstream rock acts.

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A Quiet Passion (tramps)
Jun
5

A Quiet Passion (tramps)

Cynthia Nixon gives a career-best, tour-de-force performance as the legendary 19th Century poet Emily Dickinson in the luminous and intensely moving new film from award-winning filmmaker Terence Davies (Distant Voices Still Lives, The House of Mirth), named by The Guardian as ‘Britain’s greatest living director’.

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My National Gallery
Jun
4

My National Gallery

The National Gallery of London is one of the world’s greatest art galleries. It is full of masterpieces, an endless resource of history, an endless source of stories. But whose stories are told?  Which art has the most impact and on whom? The power of great art lies in its ability to communicate with anyone, no matter their art historical knowledge, their background, their beliefs.

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The Paperboys
May
25

The Paperboys

The Paperboys are a globe-trotting sextet that perform Celtic reels, traditional Mexican folk, fiddle tunes, New Orleans brass band music, classic pop songs, bluegrass and even the odd philosophical waltz in a single set.

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Soul in Settle
May
24

Soul in Settle

SOLD OUT Soul music from the halcyon clubs of the Sixties and Seventies. Wigan Casino, Blackpool Mecca, Twisted Wheel. Motown, Northern soul, Seventies and today's sounds. 

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Skerryvore
May
23

Skerryvore

SOLD OUT What are Skerryvore? They’re like no one else. Epic of melody, intimate of feeling and plugged into the roots of Scotland but blasting out to the world. 

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Wayward Jane
May
22

Wayward Jane

Wayward Jane’s music is a modern, transatlantic interpretation of American folk and Old Time traditions, blending roots music with fresh arrangements and original compositions. Their rich sound features fiddle, clawhammer banjo, double bass, guitar, wooden flute and close vocal harmonies.

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Dervish
May
19

Dervish

Legendary Irish folk music band Dervish, are one of Ireland’s best known traditional bands and are described by the BBC as “an icon of Irish music”.

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Florence: The lesser known life and legacy of Florence Nightingale
May
15

Florence: The lesser known life and legacy of Florence Nightingale

Who was Florence Nightingale? Louise Jordan explores the legacy of this pioneering statistician who used data to call for government accountability, demanding equal healthcare for all. Through song and storytelling Jordan disrupts the traditional narrative and invites you to consider the relevance of Florence’s work today.

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Relaxed Film: One Life
May
1

Relaxed Film: One Life

The true story of Sir Nicholas ‘Nicky’ Winton, a young London broker played by Johnny Flynn, who, along with Trevor Chadwick (played by Alex Sharp) and Doreen Warinner (played by Romola Garai) of the British Committee for Refugees in Czechoslovakia, rescued 669 children from the Nazis in the months leading up to World War II,.

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Mad Dog Mcrea
Apr
27

Mad Dog Mcrea

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs.

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Tom Ball: Curtain Call
Apr
25

Tom Ball: Curtain Call

Tom Ball is a 25-year-old singer, songwriter, and teacher hailing from West Sussex. His captivating voice and show-stopping performances have garnered him global acclaim and recognition through numerous high-profile 'Got Talent' TV talent shows in 2022 and 2023.

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Oysterband
Apr
21

Oysterband

SOLD OUT Four decades of Oysterband songs over two evenings: from their early acoustic roots, through the roaring 90s, onwards to a new century … and songs for the future.

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