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21 things to do in Bristol this week, July 8-14 2024

By Bristol24/7  Friday Jul 5, 2024

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From July 5: MaXXXine, Watershed
Horror fans unite! From the maker of Pearl and X, Ti West is back with the epic conclusion to his grizzly trilogy.

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From July 5: Orlando: My Political Biography, Watershed
From acclaimed writer and activist Paul B. Preciado, Orlando: My Political Biography is a bold and joyous celebration of trans identity, told through the lens of Virginia Woolf’s iconic novel.

Monday: Celya AB & Sam Lake, Wardrobe Theatre
Part of Chuckle Busters’ Edinburgh Comedy Previews 2024. Celya AB is good in a crisis but cries at flashmob videos, while Sam Lake uncovers the mystery behind his mother’s powerful last words.

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Monday: Gladys Knight: The Farewell Tour, Bristol Beacon
The great ones endure, and Gladys Knight has long been one of the greatest. Known for her collection of classic hits such as Midnight Train To Georgia (one of the most famous Motown records to date), Help Me Make It Through The Night and Licence To Kill, Gladys Knight is one of music’s icons, and her contribution to pop culture unparalleled.

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Tuesday-Saturday: Possession, Tobacco Factory Theatres
Darkstuff Productions say that Possession is “a fast-paced darkly funny look at how love can both free us to reach our highest potential, but also bind us to the safety of well-worn narratives”.

Wednesday: Rebecca Watson, Storysmith
Following the publication of her second novel, I Will Cash!, Rebecca Watson comes to North Street in conversation with award-winning author Marianne Brooker.

 

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Wednesday: Women’s Whisky Night, Spirited
Stef Holt, curator of World Whisky at UK distributor Mangrove, will share a lineup of whiskies from across the globe, with each drink paired with a chocolate from Zara’s Chocolates.

 

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Wednesday-Aug 11: Disney’s Aladdin, Bristol Hippodrome  
From the producers that brought you The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and Frozen, comes the spectacular Disney Broadway and West End musical Aladdin. Already seen by over 14 million people worldwide, this exuberant production, based on the 1992 animated film, is filled with unforgettable magic, comedy, breathtaking sets and dazzling costumes. It also features new music, alongside all the smash hit songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, Friend Like Me, A Whole New World, One Jump Ahead, Prince Ali, and Arabian Nights.



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Wednesday & July 21: Walking Brunel’s Bristol, SS Great Britain
Join Mr Brunel himself on a walking tour of Bristol. Discover the stories behind some of his greatest works and learn how Brunel’s Bristol projects changed not only the city, but the whole world!

Thursday: Aperiodic, Trinity
“We will feast your eyes, ears and mind on beautiful ideas using ballet, breakdancing and the pretty fractal patterns of Hofstadter’s butterfly. Think Misty Copeland meets Beat Street, Penrose, graphene and gorgeous ancient middle eastern tiling.”

South West Dance Theatre in rehearsals for Aperiodic – photo: SWDT

Friday: Lila Iké, Kuumba
Jamaican reggae star Lila Iké performs a rare live acoustic show hosted by Shabba Party.

Friday: Miriam Margoyles, Bristol Beacon
Miriam Margolyes promises “juicy, jaw-dropping stories from her eventful life and career to celebrate the paperback release of her autobiography, Oh Miriam! Stories from an Extraordinary Life.

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Friday: Watch This Space with Will Gater, Redgrave Theatre

Watch This Space sees astronomer Will Gater bring to the stage the story of the extraordinary things humans see when we look to the stars. Blending spectacular visuals, live demos and inspiring storytelling, Watch This Space will take you on a journey like no other, jumping from our small corner of the Milky Way to some of the most distant objects in the known Universe.

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Saturday: Whole Lotta Shakin’ – The Shakin Stevens Story, Redgrave Theatre

Fully endorsed by members of Shaky’s own family, the award winning tribute to the UK’s biggest selling singles artist of the 1980s – Whole Lotta Shakin’ – The Shakin’ Stevens Story is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good rock ‘n’ roll.

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Saturday: Summer Choral Spectacular, Bristol Beacon
This summer, the Chorus of Westerly, from Rhode Island, USA, will embark on its sixth international tour, visiting France and the UK before a climactic, final performance at the transformed Bristol Beacon. Joined by the City of Bristol Choir and Bath Philharmonia, this performance will bring over 230 musicians from both sides of the Atlantic to the same stage under the artistic direction of Westerly’s Andrew Howell and Bristol’s own David Ogden, with choral favourites from Handel and Mozart in the programme.

Saturday: 9th birthday party, Good Chemistry taproom
A special birthday beer will be poured at GCHQ alongside some brand new specials, with a food trader and DJs.

Good Chemistry is always a popular stop-off during the East Bristol Brewery Trail – photo: Good Chemistry

Saturday: Don’t Drop Me, Circomedia
Join Circomedia-supported artists Jen & LK as they present a work-in-progress sharing of their three-women swinging trapeze show with experimental rigging, following a week-long residency with Circomedia.

Jen & LK are swinging trapeze partners who are both graduates of Circomedia with an enthusiasm for playful exploration and advanced technical training – photo: Jen & LK

Saturday: Richard Herring, Bristol Old Vic
In 2021, Richard Herring was diagnosed with testicular cancer. In his return to stand-up after six years, he will talk bollocks and answer the question on everyone’s lips: is a severed gonad in a jar a fitting prize to bring in for Taskmaster?

Sunday: Pauline at the Beach + cubeachparty, Cube
A special screening of the classic French romantic comedy directed by Éric Rohmer, followed by tunes from DJ Louie L’Amour.

And a few more upcoming events for the diary…

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July 20: Supersonic Brick Day, Aerospace Bristol
The huge LEGO® brick event is back at Aerospace Bristol on Saturday 20th July 2024. As well as stepping aboard Concorde and enjoying everything else the museum has to offer, Supersonic Brick Day is your chance to get hands-on with interactive activities – from LEGO® underwater gardens and remote control car racing, to robot wars and great ball contraptions.

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July 27-August 31 Tartan Titans at Avon Valley / Avon Valley Adventure & Wildlife Park

Get ready for the ultimate summer challenge, Bristol! The UK’s longest inflatable assault course is returning to Avon Valley. With over 50 obstacles to tackle, the Tartan Titan is the perfect day out for adventurous friends and colleagues. Don’t miss out – book your tickets now for an unforgettable experience!

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Throughout August: Mutt Strut, Bristol Animal Rescue Centre
Join Bristol Animal Rescue Centre’s Mutt Strut this August. From August 1 to August 31, walk 100km to support this amazing charity’s life-changing work. Participate virtually from anywhere. Register here, set a fundraising goal of at least £200, and track your progress with apps like Strava. Raise £50 to receive a doggie bandana, and the top fundraiser gets a VIP Rescue Centre tour. For more info, visit our website or email fundraising@bristolarc.org.uk.

Main photo: Lila Iké

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