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22 things to do in Bristol this week, June 10-16 2024
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Now-July 22: Hamilton, Bristol Hippodrome
Bristol will have to Wait For It no longer; the multi-award-winning masterpiece by Lin-Manuel Miranda is now open at the Bristol Hippodrome! Hamilton is the winner of 11 Tony Awards including Best Musical, 7 Olivier Awards, the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2016 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theatre Album.
Hamilton – photo: Bristol Hippodrome
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Monday-13: Riddle of Fire, Watershed
Billed as “the coolest debut from Cannes”, this unique neo-fairytale, beautifully shot on 16mm, is an unforgettable concoction of Romanticism, British folklore, and Westerns.
Riddle of Fire – photo: Watershed
Monday: Assembly Nights: Unplugged, Old Market Assembly
An open mic night focussing on (but not limited to) the acoustic, stripped back performances of guitar, handheld percussion and the spoken word at the Old Market venue. With 2 hours of open performances, local indie rock group 5am fire alarm take to the stage at 10pm for a group open jam, where you are encouraged to get up and join them to close the evening out.
Old Market Assembly at night – photo: Old Market Assembly
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Monday-13: The Dead Don’t Hurt, Watershed
From writer/director Viggo Mortensen comes a powerful new western about love and survival.
The Dead Dont Hurt – photo: Watershed
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Monday-July 6: A Child of Science, Bristol Old Vic
The incredible true story of the creation of IVF starring Tom Felton (Harry Potter), Jamie Glover (Waterloo Road) and Meg Bellamy (The Crown) as the pioneering scientists who made it happen. This thrilling new play also champions the army of women from all over the UK whose immense bravery helped them achieve the impossible.
A Child of Science – photo: Bristol Old Vic
Tuesday: It’s Not That Radical with Mikaela Loach, Strange Brew
Part of a string of exciting talks and Q&A sessions from local media outlet The Bristol Cable, the renowned climate activist Mikaela Loach pays a visit to Bristol to promote her new book “It’s Not That Radical”, and discuss the climate movement with fellow activist Dominique Palmer.
Its not that radical with Mikaela Loach – photo: Bristol Beacon
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Wednesday-22, July 10 & 13: Botany Crafting Experience, SS Great Britain
Explore Bristol’s iconic Victorian ship as you collect supplies to make your very own terrarium. Unearth the fascinating history of plants in this first of its kind tour and enjoy complimentary tea, coffee and cake after your adventure!
Boatny experience – photo: SS Great Britain
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Wednesday: Aoife O’Donovan, St. George’s
GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Aoife O’Donovan will play a rare solo show at St George’s Bristol this spring. O’Donovan recently released her 4th studio album ‘All My Friends’, which Mojo described as “pure folk beauty” and BBC Radio 2 proclaimed “blissful”. She is a founding member and the lead singer of Crooked Still and 1/3 of the trio I’m With Her. Join Aoife in the beautiful surrounding of St George’s Bristol as she performs solo selections from All My Friends as well as classics from her own deep solo catalogue and from her other bands.
Aoife ODonovan -photo: Bristol Beacon
Wednesday: Summer with Wiper & True tasting menu, Old Market Assembly
After a successful run of vegan tasting menus paired with excellent vegan wines back in January, the Old Market Assembly are hosting a series of “Summer With…” tasting menus, pairing with different drinks providers each time to deliver five fantastic courses, paired expertly with beers from one of the city’s favourite brewers.
Summer with Wiper & True – photo: Old Market Assembly
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Wednesday-15: Museum of Austerity, Bristol Old Vic
“Hi-tech meets humanity in this devastatingly powerful look at the impact of Austerity” (★★★★★ The Stage). Museum of Austerity is more than an exhibition; it’s a blend of theatre, history, and humanity. A place to reflect on the past, and reimagine the future.
Museum of Austerity. – photo: Bristol Old Vic
Thursday: The Dark Destroyer quiz, Lakota
Known for being one of the general knowledge titans fending off contestants on hit ITV quiz show “The Chase”, Shaun Wallace aka The Dark Destroyer takes to Lakota for what can only be expected to be quite the pub quiz, so bring your best team.
The Dark Destroyer Quiz – photo: Lakota
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Friday: Lubomyr Melnyk, Bristol Beacon
Regarded as “The Prophet Of The Piano”, Lubomyr Melnyk is one of the most exciting pianists on stage today – enthralling audiences with atmospheric soundscapes and his inimitable piano virtuosity. A pioneer of Continuous Piano Music, Melnyk utilises extraordinary speed and an intuitive approach to composition to create seemingly electronic sounds from the piano, pulling listeners deep into another world. Between 1980 and 1990 he released six albums, with ‘The Song of Galadriel’ listed as “one of the 10 most important albums of our time” by the Stereo Review magazine (now Sound & Vision), with several releases since with reputable labels including Sony Classical, Erased Tapes, Unseen Worlds and more.
Lubomyr Melnyk – photo: Bristol Beacon
Friday: Teachings in Dub: WSP meets Concrete Lion, Trinity Centre
Teachings in Dub have cemented themselves in Bristol as nothing short of a must see event at the sound system temple of Trinity Centre. Their events always combine the most legendary of dub crews and the beefiest of systems for a genre defining evening. This one will also be their last indoor event before they break for the summer, so don’t miss.
Teachings in dub SWP x Concrete Lion – photo: Teachings in Dub
Saturday: Summer Yard Party: Worm Disco Club x Arbor, Arbor Ales Brewery
The jazz infused, funky, soulful grooves of the notorious worm disco club wriggle their way to one of the city’s favourite breweries for a (hopefully) sun drenched day party with great food, music and beer in equal measure. They will also be launching a new gluten free, tropical pale ale in celebration of the event, aptly named “Can of Worms”.
Worm Disco Club Party – photo: Arbor Ales
Saturday & Sunday: Get Growing Trail, citywide
Get out and about to over 30 of the city’s best gardens and grow spaces this weekend, as they open their doors as part of Bristol Good Food’s annual Get Growing Trail. Every garden involved in the trail will be free entry across the weekend, and some will even be offering workshops related to the activities in their specific gardens.
Get Growing Trail -photo: Bristol Good Food
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Saturday & Sunday: BS4 Arts Trail, Across BS4
Discover over 85 artists and makers in 28 venues at the BS4 arts trail on 15th & 16th June. Explore this hidden gem of Bristol with beautiful green spaces and a wonderful creative community. Artists are opening their homes and studios and exhibiting work in community spaces around Knowle, Brislington & St Anne’s.
BS4 Arts Trail collage – photo: BS4 Arts Trail
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Saturday & Sunday: Fathers Day Car Show, Aerospace Bristol
Aerospace Bristol’s annual Car Show is back and this time, it’s for the entire Father’s Day weekend! Join the museum for an unforgettable weekend and discover a range of classic cars including Bristol cars, Jaguars, Aston Martins and Rileys. Treat yourself to a range of delicious BBQ favourites from hotdogs to classic burgers, and a selection of craft beers and beverages at our bar.
Car Show – photo: Aerospace Bristol
Sunday: Adam Flood & Paddy Young – Edinburgh Fringe Previews, Smoke & Mirrors
The annual comedy, theatre and arts festival transforms the Scottish capital in August each year, but the acts showcasing their wares at the festival often tour the UK in the months running up to the event in an attempt to warm up and stretch their muscles. This Sunday sees two award winning comics who are performing the Fringe take to Bristol to have a crack at nailing their routine a couple months early.
Joke and Mirrors Edinburgh Fringe Previews – photo: Smoke & Mirrors
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June 29: Bristol Home Show, Mercure Grand Hotel
If you’re looking to get on the property ladder in Bristol and the South West, this free event is for you. Brought to you by Share to Buy, hosts of the country’s no.1 first time buyer event, the London Home Show. Attend live sessions and receive practical, financial and legal advice!
What’s on weekly -photo: Share to Buy
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July 4-7: Clifton Summer Screenings, Bristol Film Festival
The renowned Clifton Summer Screenings, presented by Bristol Film Festival, makes a triumphant return to the city this year. Taking place from the 4th-7th July 2024 with an expanded event line up and a jam-packed program designed for all ages, this one-of-a-kind event will offer an unforgettable cinematic experience for all.
Clifton summer screenings – photo: Bristol Film Festival
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July 12: 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.
Watch This Space – photo: Redgrave Theatre
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July 31: Cillian O’Connor – My Magic World, Redgrave Theatre
Cillian O’Connor is bringing his first ever live stage show on tour to the UK! Cillian literally burst onto an unexpected world during Britain’s Got Talent in 2023 and immediately captivated the hearts of the entire nation, reaching the top three in the final. Cillian promises to enchant and amaze audiences across the UK with a show for the entire family.
Cillian O’Connor – photo: Redgrave Theatre
Main photo: BS4 Arts Trail
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