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14 things to do in Bristol this week, August 12-18 2024
Monday: Kid Brunswick, Exchange
Kid Brunswick is midway through a 15-date UK tour following the release of his new EP, Dead Forever.
Wednesday: Bristol Anti-Racist Action public meeting, location TBC
“If and when these racists try to return to Bristol, we want to ensure that they are met by ten times as many of us, to defend our communities,” say Bristol Anti-Racist Action. This organising meeting will discuss future activity and what can be done to build anti-racism in Bristol.
On August 3, a heroic group of counter-protesters prevented a far-right mob from attacking a hotel in Redcliffe housing asylum seekers – image: Bristol Anti-Racist Action
Wednesday: Soufian Saihi, Canteen
Moroccan oud player evoking the enticing mystery of the north African desert.
Thursday-Sunday: Vivid, People’s Republic of Stokes Croft
Curated and hosted by PRSC, this colourful summer show features work from Fishlock, Zubieta, SLEVEN, Max Middlewood, MERNY, Sepr and Turbo Island.
Alongside the exhibition, there will be fancy dress life drawing, table tennis and a community paint jam – image: PRSC
Thursday-Sunday: Bluey’s Big Play, Bristol Hippodrome
If you’ve got children of a certain age, you’ll know all about Bluey. Bluey’s Big Play is a brand-new theatrical adaptation of the Emmy award-winning television series.
Thursday-August 24: Faces/Spaces #4, Centrespace Gallery
A joint exhibition from Rose Pettit and Kelvin Jenkins featuring Rose’s ceramics, Kelvin’s collages and a few collaborations.
Rose Pettit makes sculptures of heads using basic clay, beginning each piece with no particular face in mind but slowly the features emerge – photo: Rose Pettit
Friday: Sanam, Strange Brew
Beirut-based, noize-rock, post-folk sextet blending free jazz and Arabic poetry on their first ever UK tour, with support from Broadsheets and Nahda.
Friday: Jamie Raines, Waterstones (Galleries)
Join YouTube star Jamie Raines – aka Jammidodger – as he discusses his new book, The T in LGBT!, which shares advice, tips and personal stories on the trans experience and gender identity.
Friday: Yewnity, Yew Tree Farm
A short nature walk will be taking place at the Bristol’s last remaining working farm followed by free refreshments in the farm shop.
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Saturday: Beat the Maker, Watershed
Beat the Makers is a double knockout battle event where invited beatmakers showcase their skills and vote for their top dancers, while the dancers battle it out and vote for the top beatmakers!
Beat The Maker – photo: Watershed
Friday-Sunday: Hand in Hand Festival, Bristol Beacon
Hand in Hand is the UK and Ireland’s LGBTQ+ biennial choral festival, with Sunday seeing choirs embarking on a day of singing throughout Bristol.
At Hand in Hand, the joy of music meets the warmth of community – photo: Hand in Hand Festival
Friday-August 22: Fundraising Auction Exhibition, RWA
A rare opportunity to see artworks from major British 20th century artists available for sale through the Bonhams website in a one-of-a-kind fundraiser for the RWA.
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Sunday: Bristol Rovers Women vs AFC Bournemouth, Memorial Stadium
The Gas Girls’ first match in the National League will also be the first league match they play at their new permanent home of the Mem.
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Throughout August: Cast Away Family Season, Watershed
Join us for a season of cast away films for the whole family, exploring deserted islands, shipwrecked zoo animals and a whole host of strange and magical cast away tales inspired by the Desert Island Adventure – Kensuke’s Kingdom. From Jumanji to Red Turtle, Madagascar, Scooby Doo and more – we’ve got you covered. Tickets just £5.00.
Castaway family season – photo: Watershed
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August 24- 26: BBC Proms 2024
Part of the BBC Proms weekend at Bristol Beacon this August, Paraorchestra present The Virtuous Circle, a new work recasting the classical concert as an immersive experience. Hear Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 threaded together by new compositions from Oliver Vibrans and brought to life by dancers weaving amongst the musicians and audience.
BBC Proms – photo: Bristol Beacon
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August 30-31: Harvest Home Festival
A two-day, family friendly festival with camping just a few miles from Bristol. Friday entertainment includes a 40ft cinema screen showing The Greatest Showman, plus live music, fairground rides, camp fire, food stalls and bar. Saturday includes live music from six great bands, a magic show and use of Mendip Outdoor’s sporting facilities. Come for the evening or buy a weekend ticket with camping included.
Harvest Home Festival – photo: Mendip base camp
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September 9: Mark Smith – For Valour – The Story of the Victoria Cross’, Redgrave Theatre
Acknowledged as a Worldwide expert on the Victoria Cross, Mark has written five books on ‘The Great War’ and contributed to many other books and magazines. ‘For Valour – The Story of the Victoria Cross’ will give you the opportunity to witness his extensive knowledge live as he explores and details the instigation of the VC, expel some of the myths and presents some of the most breathtaking stories of those men who have been awarded this country’s highest award for bravery.
Mark Smith – photo: Redgrave Theatre
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September 11: Shane Todd – Full House, Redgrave Theatre
Shane Todd is about to hit the road with his biggest ever tour. The host of Tea With Me podcast is fresh off the back of a world tour and a record breaking run of 16 shows at Belfast’s Grand Opera House. Northern Ireland’s (self titled) price of comedy is returning with a brand new laughter packed show.
Shane Todd – photo: Redgrave Theatre
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September 19: Embrace the Green Future: Attend for Free!, Future Leap
Join us at Future Leap’s Festival of Sustainable Business Exhibition at the newly re-opened We The Curious. Discover innovative green solutions, engage with local sustainability leaders, explore interactive exhibits and hear from inspiring speakers including Carla Denyer MP. Free for the public—don’t miss this chance to inspire change and build a sustainable future!
Main photo: Hand in Hand Festival
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