Many of Bath’s best venues put on special programmes for the Fringe, and there are some great one-off shows too.
Music
Listings for Music
Wednesday 23rd May 2018
St James Wine Vaults - Downstairs
Live at St James Wine Vaults
Latino Groove / Alejandra Restrepo Cantora
Local band Latino Groove and Colombian singer-songwriter sensation, Alejandra Restrepo, team up for a night of uplifting musical entertainment at the famous St James Wine Vaults. A unique fusion of Latin American rhythms and other traditions - their high-energy performance is guaranteed to fill the dance floor! More info and booking...
The Bell Wednesday 23rd May 2018
Murder Murder
Six-piece string band with suitcase percussion playing a unique blend of bluegrass and outlaw country with a sublime storytelling sense: every song is a Murder ballad or at least a NorthAmerican Noir worthy of a great movie. Very much a cut above the usual ranch stash. More info and booking...
Thursday 24th May 2018
The Royal Oak
Live at The Royal Oak
Latino Groove / Alejandra Restrepo Cantora
Local band Latino Groove and Colombian singer-songwriter sensation, Alejandra Restrepo, team up for a night of uplifting musical entertainment. A unique fusion of Latin American rhythms and other traditions - their high-energy performance is guaranteed to fill the dance floor! More info and booking...
Friday 25th May 2018
Chapel Arts Centre
20th Century Foxes Presents
Cool Britannia
A Ride Through The Swinging 60s
Relive the heady 1960s as this unforgettable live band whirls you through the decade of the British Explosion, from early '60s kitsch to rooftop rock, and everything in between. Sixties Britain created a style and sound all its own - and made the world sit up and take notice. More info and booking...
Green Park Station Friday 25th May 2018
Everywhere
Openings Night
featuring The Gin Bowlers
Our Openings Night features a little party in every FAB Art venue, and a bigger one in Green Park Station at 10pm with The Gin Bowlers playing their own angle on that much-abused lady, Swing (they played the Zen Hussies birthday party so they're the tops).
Plus: the milkfloat of music, various excursions from performanmce artistes, and a great selection of this year's top crop of Circomedia specialist performance students, on the streets and coming at you.
More info and booking...
Saturday 26th May 2018
The Mission Theatre - Upstairs theatre
Thereby Hangs A Tale presents
The Interlinear of Cabeza de Vaca & Malinche
Two epic stories from the 16th Century Spanish colonisation of the Americas told with live original music.
"The power of maintaining life in others lives within each of us, and from each of us does it recede when unused"
More info and booking...
The Edge, University of Bath Saturday 26th May 2018
The Edge Proudly Presents ..
Pee Wee Ellis
In conversation with Ian Shaw ..
Pee Wee Ellis, In conversation with Ian Shaw, Join us to hear the legendary Pee Wee talk about his life and times. In what promises to be an atmospheric and beautiful evening - not to be missed! Tickets from https://bit.ly/2JqUiT7
More info and booking...
The Nest Saturday 26th May 2018
Spellbinding celtic blues improvisation to an iconic film
ARCC
50 years of 2001 : A Space Odyssey
Local band ARCC, in one of their are live appearances, improvise a soundtrack to the iconic film 2001: A Space Odyssey, Kubrick’s seminal work that has defined sci-fi movies since it’s release in 1968. With a live band and VJ mixing multiple projections, expect a spectacular show. More info and booking...
St James Wine Vaults - Downstairs Saturday 26th May 2018
Close Enough at the Fringe
Close Enough picked up a Buxton Fringe nomination in 2017 for their slick and stylish singing. Join the feisty foursome - Woody, Tom, Tom (!), and Johnny - as they perform their unique mix of classic barbershop alongside choice close harmony arrangements, spanning everything from East European folk to Big Band swingtime, and guaranteed to put a smile on your face! More info and booking...
The Barley Mow Saturday 26th May 2018
Foxy Music
The Big Massive Orchestra
Passionate, experimental three-piece fusing post-rock, traditional folk and classical into a unique, ambient electronic sound. These superb young musicians have been selling out venues in Bristol and captivating audiences with their atmospheric sound and front man Louis's sublime delivery of edgy and unique songs. Definitely a catch them while you can! More info and booking...
Sunday 27th May 2018
The Bell
Isembard's Wheel
Great new Brit-folk ensemble with quite another angle on the current resurgence of interest in all things home grown. Isembard is one of those with a very clear vision, the mission to go with it, and something new to bring to the table: a fearless attitude to the tradition and to their own creative place in it. More info and booking...
The Old Barn, Kelston Roundhill Sunday 27th May 2018
RMT presents
Sloth Racket & Run Logan Run
SR - new school improvisation from hard-edged & out-there quintet combining the thought processes of Jazz, the attitude of Free and the sonics of Post-Rock. RLR emphasise loops, effects and rhythm in their quest to show how a sax/drums duo can map a future. More info and booking...
Monday 28th May 2018
The Bell
The Silken Same
Galway duo Mossy Nolan and Colm McGowan, artfully combine the bygone and the new, drawing on Irish and Balkan influences; songs that on the face of it will seem instantly familiar, but that supplant the traditional with fresh melodic and conceptual ideas. More info and booking...
Tuesday 29th May 2018
Chapel Arts Centre
Brejeiro: the Brazilian musical
Years before Samba emerged, Brazilian Choro music and Maxixe dances rocked the world. Join Brejeiro and friends to experience this infectious music and its social history from its beginnings in the 1860's to today. Come and dance, sing, play and smile with us and catch the Choro bug too. With 12 dancers on stage! More info and booking...
The Bell Tuesday 29th May 2018
Benjamin William Pike
An outstanding fingerstyle guitarist, with a voice that slots in beside the hallowed names of the '70s Folk & Beyond crowd, Ben is an artist of a kind you might have feared they didn't make any more. Depths of study and troughhs in life have brought him here, an experience we are all the richer for. More info and booking...
Wednesday 30th May 2018
The Old Theatre Royal
Celtic & Spanish Guitar Music from the Heart
with Geoff Robb
A guitarist and composer whose music blends his classical training with his love of Spanish and Celtic music. Geoff has performed his well crafted and deeply moving compositions at festivals and concerts all over the UK and Europe. An outstanding guitarist..his innovative technique was of the highest standard.†The Argus More info and booking...
Chapel Arts Centre Wednesday 30th May 2018
'Arte Flamenco Puro'
Juan Martín Flamenco Dance Trio
with Antonio Aparecida & Amparo Navarro
The awe inspiring guitarist and composer Juan Martín brings his fantastic flamenco trio direct from Spain featuring the tremendous footwork and artistry of prize winning dancer Amparo Navarro. The Times said of Juan Martin: 'A giant of the flamenco guitar tradition'. More info and booking...
The Bell Wednesday 30th May 2018
The Lords of Thyme
A new frontier in the unfolding worlds of psych/folk, the LOT blend the intensity, elusiveness and boundary-skipping skills of a Pentangle with the blissed out stonerdom of the West Coast koolaid jug bands. Unafraid of Trad, unafraid to write - there is so much to like! More info and booking...
Thursday 31st May 2018
FAB 1, 94 Walcot Street
Kilter Theatre & University of Bath present
The Cubicle
A theatrical space to ponder & play with cutting-edge research on body image.
Activities of every shape & size! Guest speakers celebrating the amazing body you already have! Workshops for singing, stretching, dancing, laughing... but not changing a thing! Developed in collaboration with University of Bath Psychology Researchers, The Cubicle will have you head over heels with your hiccups & hairy armpits.
Open 12 noon to 10pm
More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Thursday 31st May 2018
An Evening with Jelli Records
Phoenix River Band with support Higgs Bison
A potent mix of original songs with driving beats and soulful melodies . There is an undoubted salute to country influences with hints of R&B and Blues and a touch of Pink Floyd and Fleetwood Mac for good measure.
Higgs Bison sing beautiful songs of love, loss, money and menace.
More info and booking...
Widcombe Social Club Thursday 31st May 2018
Nick Steel presents
James Hollingsworth's Pink Floyd Night
A sensational solo show from ace guitarist
A special event centred on the music of Pink Floyd, performed by acclaimed multi-instrumentalist singer/guitarist James Hollingsworth.
"Fascinating one man band James Hollingsworth conjures some wonderful soundscapes with guitar effects and loops to create colour and build the suspense." - Somerset Guardian
More info and booking...
Chapel Arts Centre Thursday 31st May 2018
fromthewhitehouse presents:
Reg Meuross
with special guest, harpist Anna Tanvir
A captivating musical evening with multi-award winning Somerset singer-songwriter Reg Meuross and his special guest the harpist Anna Tanvir. Anna will perform a solo opening set, and will join Reg for part of his headline set. The combination of these two musicians is magical. More info and booking...
Friday 1st June 2018
FAB 1, 94 Walcot Street
Kilter Theatre & University of Bath present
The Cubicle
A theatrical space to ponder & play with cutting-edge research on body image.
Activities of every shape & size! Guest speakers celebrating the amazing body you already have! Workshops for singing, stretching, dancing, laughing... but not changing a thing! Developed in collaboration with University of Bath Psychology Researchers, The Cubicle will have you head over heels with your hiccups & hairy armpits.
Open 12 noon to 10pm
More info and booking...
Komedia Friday 1st June 2018
Rural Music Network
Young Acts and Bands from across the region
Rural Music Network works to support young people from across the region to rehearse, record and perform. We are delighted to be back in Bath with a great line up of singer-songwriters, psychedelic rock, metal, acoustic, and lyrical. These guys are super talented. If you want to get involved contact jamesbrookes@sryp.org.uk More info and booking...
Rondo Theatre Friday 1st June 2018
Ritchie-Parrish-Ritchie: UnTangled Again
Originally the UK rhythm section of the Canadian powerhouse Tanglefoot, RPR have now teamed up with percussionist/singer/songwriter Beaker Granger. Their music, storytelling, humour and high-spirited stage presence bubble over with that same combination of aggressive enthusiasm & personality that made Tanglefoot famous. More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Friday 1st June 2018
An Evening with Jelli Records
Funkinsteins
with Special Guest Bashema
This trio has crafted a truly original master sound, with amazing vocals and breathtaking guitar from Sal Wyatt and phat slap bass from Alex Gabb, and the mighty Jon Carter on drums, all together they give a truly dynamic performance. Bashema is a jazz influenced soulful songstress with an edgy twist. More info and booking...
Walcot Chapel Friday 1st June 2018
Live at Walcot Chapel
Harmonium
Su Hart, the dynamic choir leader and singer-songwriter, joins the composer Sian Croose to lead an adventurous evening of layered women's voices, using interlocking rhythms and harmonies. Their influences are as diverse as Meredith Monk and Baka women's rainforest singing. More info and booking...
Chapel Arts Centre Friday 1st June 2018
Mondegreen Records presents
Track Dogs
Track Dogs make "sun-shiny songs thriving on dark themes behind irresistible rhythms". The Madrid-based ex-pats release their 4th album Kansas City Out Groove in 2018, the perfect showcase for their unique brand of acoustic music. A multi-instrumentalist line-up of cajun, bass, guitar, ukulele and trumpet; four-part harmonies steal the show. More info and booking...
Saturday 2nd June 2018
Theatre Bath Bus - Brunel Square
Howard-Vick Productions presents
The Stationmaster
A new family musical by Gabriel Vick
Wesley is a 10 year old boy who loves trains and spends too much time at Swindon station for his parents liking. But on this day of the launch of the new intercity express train, Wesley finds himself in charge of the entire station! More info and booking...
Theatre Bath Bus - Brunel Square Saturday 2nd June 2018
OOOH ARRR Productions presents
Musical Mayhem
All of your favourite musicals in one place.
Let our two dazzling divas take you directly to the West End. It is here where they will serenade you with a feel-good hour of toe-tapping tunes and the ballads that are sure to hit home. They will take you through the A-Z of Musical theatre to ensure you do have the time of your life. Dance and sing along to all of your favourite show tunes for 60 minutes of pure entertainment! More info and booking...
FAB 1, 94 Walcot Street Saturday 2nd June 2018
Kilter Theatre & University of Bath present
The Cubicle
A theatrical space to ponder & play with cutting-edge research on body image.
Activities of every shape & size! Guest speakers celebrating the amazing body you already have! Workshops for singing, stretching, dancing, laughing... but not changing a thing! Developed in collaboration with University of Bath Psychology Researchers, The Cubicle will have you head over heels with your hiccups & hairy armpits.
Open 12 noon to 10pm
More info and booking...
Bedlam Fair in Radstock Saturday 2nd June 2018
The Milk Float Stage
‘The Milk Float Stage’ is a solar powered mobile music stage, run by singer-songwriter Paul Thompson. Paul gained a Guinness World record with his eco-float (named Bluebell!), after touring from Norfolk to the Edinburgh Fringe and back…at 10mph!!
Paul’s latest venture is the creation of ‘Milk Float TV’ with fellow Bath Spa University MA Songwriter, Andy Jones. MFTV features music sessions, live gigs and interviews with songwriters, all from the back of Bluebell.
The Milk Float Stage will be showcasing some of the fabulous students from Bath Spa’s Commercial Music and Songwriting MA courses, as well as filming some ‘Bedlam Specials’ for MFTV. Come and experience some great moo-sic, once floated, never forgotten!
More info and booking...
Radstock town centre Saturday 2nd June 2018
Bedlam Saturday in Somer Valley
Somer Valley Arts Family Day
featuring Outside! NOW!! More info and booking...
Green Park Station Saturday 2nd June 2018
Festival of Nature presents
Pop up Wildlife Party
Festival of Nature - After dark! This takeover of Green Park Station will find performers, artists and new technologies joining forces with conservation organisations to create an evening of wildlife surprises! More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Saturday 2nd June 2018
Wasuremono
This local four piece indie/dream-pop outfit feature intricate guitar styles and soundscapes, four part harmonies, rhythmic drums and synths, and their debut recordings have been championed by BBC 6 Music's Lauren Laverne,
with songs featured heavily on 6 Music "A marvellous little curio of a record" - Steve Lamacq
More info and booking...
Kingswood Theatre Saturday 2nd June 2018
Live music, dance and theatre from the Middle East and beyond!
Club Cairo
featuring the 'Serpent Slayer'
Club Cairo presents live music, dance and theatre from the Middle East and beyond. Experience the drama of our theatrical production 'The Serpent Slayer' - a story where tough reality meets fairytale - followed by a fun live music set accompanied by a dazzling array of belly dancers. More info and booking...
Sunday 3rd June 2018
Theatre Bath Bus - Brunel Square
Couch - the musical
(miniature youth version)
"A brilliantly imaginative evocation of a whole new universe" The Telegraph.
Teenager, C.P., enters the world of the lost and forgotten. Devices, gadgets, and creatures take on new meaning as a musical adventure unfolds.
More info and booking...
FAB 1, 94 Walcot Street Sunday 3rd June 2018
Kilter Theatre & University of Bath present
The Cubicle
A theatrical space to ponder & play with cutting-edge research on body image.
Activities of every shape & size! Guest speakers celebrating the amazing body you already have! Workshops for singing, stretching, dancing, laughing... but not changing a thing! Developed in collaboration with University of Bath Psychology Researchers, The Cubicle will have you head over heels with your hiccups & hairy armpits.
Open 12 noon to 10pm
More info and booking...
Bedlam Fair: Kingsmead Square Sunday 3rd June 2018
The Milk Float Stage
‘The Milk Float Stage’ is a solar powered mobile music stage, run by singer-songwriter Paul Thompson. Paul gained a Guinness World record with his eco-float (named Bluebell!), after touring from Norfolk to the Edinburgh Fringe and back…at 10mph!!
Paul’s latest venture is the creation of ‘Milk Float TV’ with fellow Bath Spa University MA Songwriter, Andy Jones. MFTV features music sessions, live gigs and interviews with songwriters, all from the back of Bluebell.
The Milk Float Stage will be showcasing some of the fabulous students from Bath Spa’s Commercial Music and Songwriting MA courses, as well as filming some ‘Bedlam Specials’ for MFTV. Come and experience some great moo-sic, once floated, never forgotten!
More info and booking...
The Bell Sunday 3rd June 2018
Dusty Stray + Stuart Cullen
Folk Noir from Texas and Somerset via Amsterdam & Brighton, these two chaps (DS is, in the modern way, one feller by the name of Jonathan Brown) are great pals and one ca see the attraction. Jonathan is renowned for the beauty of his writing; Stuart has been better known for electronica but this step into the acoustic is an artistic rebirth. More info and booking...
Bedlam Fair: Bath Street Sunday 3rd June 2018
Ramshacklicious
The Band at the End Of The World
They arrive in a cloud of raucous brass heavy music, driving a water spurting, flaming and smoking battle contraption. These idiots are convinced that the inevitable end of the world is upon us, maybe today, maybe right here, maybe right now! More info and booking...
Theatre Bath Bus - Brunel Square Sunday 3rd June 2018
Thereby Hangs A Tale presents
The Interlinear of Cabeza de Vaca & Malinche
Two epic stories from the 16th Century Spanish colonisation of the Americas told with live original music.
"The power of maintaining life in others lives within each of us, and from each of us does it recede when unused"
More info and booking...
Theatre Bath Bus - Brunel Square Sunday 3rd June 2018
Etherman Music Group
Tim Clayton & The Higher Lovers
Finally Made It To The Fringes
Tim is a gifted songwriter and performer, playing a mix of original acoustic and echo/looped material, offering tons of atmosphere in songs documenting the triumph of love and hope over adversity. More info and booking...
Green Park Station Sunday 3rd June 2018
Bedlam Cabaret
featuring The Hot Potato Syncopators
In for the evening in our favourite covered open air space, Bedlam Cabaret features faces from the afternoon on the street, plus some extra stunning up & coming artists from the region, all rounded off by a show from the West's most stylish street band.
Full bill to be confirmed on the Bedlam leaflet and website nearer the time.
More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Sunday 3rd June 2018
Cecilia le Poer Power with Amadou Diagne
Nationally-acclaimed singer Cecilia Le Poer Power will be joined by the evocative Senegalese singer /multi-instrumentalist Amadou Diagne for an evening of intimate and atmospheric music. A spellbinding collaboration, which promises a sumptuous melting pot of two continents'. 'Elegant new music star' - The Guardian; 'A beautiful voice' - Jools Holland More info and booking...
Monday 4th June 2018
The Old Theatre Royal
Ali George with Tom Allen
One of Bath's most treasured singer/songwriters, Ali's beautifully controlled voice is reminiscent of Cat Stevens and Nick Drake and his fingerstyle guitar of John Martyn and Bert Jansch. His self-penned songs are as exciting and entertaining as they are honest and original. Ali will be joined by double-bassist Tom Allen (Zen Hussies). More info and booking...
The Bell Monday 4th June 2018
Eva Abraham
Born in Muswell Hill to Polish mother and Hungarian father, Eva grew up with music in her blood. Fronting touring soul/jazz bands and deep involvement with the original Big Chill, then to a physical and emotional turning-point, she has become a performer of transformative sensitivity & power. More info and booking...
Wednesday 6th June 2018
The Old Theatre Royal
Think of a Sequel
With Brian Madigan
Following last year's ground-breaking 'Think of a Song', Brian Madigan teams up with Tony Orrell, Paul Bradley and James Watts in 'Think of a Sequel'.
Three of the region’s finest musical improvisers create unique interpretations of songs they’ve never heard… Engrossing story-telling, dazzling musicianship, and a show-stopping finale are assured.
More info and booking...
The Bell Wednesday 6th June 2018
Da Fuchaman
with The Fire Blaze Band
A new voice, a new face, and a new energy in Roots Reggae: born and raised in St Ann, Jamaica; currently the most sought after vocal collaborator over in Bristol town; tonight with his young and hungry westcountry band, songs that could have come from the '70s golden age, and sounds of now. More info and booking...
Thursday 7th June 2018
Central United Reformed Church
Jane Austen and the Piano
Judith Gore - Piano
You've seen the films. Read the books. Now come and hear the music from Jane Austen's personal collection. Pianist Judith Gore has selected a special collection of pieces for audiences to enjoy and experience Jane Austen's musical interests. More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Thursday 7th June 2018
Richard Riley's 'I Can't Tell You'
with Audrey Riley and special guests.
Unfortunately the artist has now cancelled this event.
A rare live performance of this acclaimed electronic work - an epic psychedelic journey into the mind taking inspiration from Stockhausen's 'Hymnen', The Beatles, Pink Floyd and Delia Derbyshire but remaining totally unique in every way. Performed with a full band, contemporary dance and spoken word plus special guests.
More info and booking...
The Moorfields Inn Thursday 7th June 2018
The Old Town Reclamation String Band present
Skiffle Singalong and other stuff
In association with Bath Songwriters Group
Come along with your voices and acoustic instruments and join in the skiffle, country, folk, rockabilly classics - or just come along. Songsheets with chords will be provided. There will also be original songs from local singer songwriters. More info and booking...
Widcombe Social Club Thursday 7th June 2018
Bath Comedy presents
The Scott Walker Songbook - with Andy Davies and Kirsty Newton.
A tribute to Scott Walker
Part stand up and part tribute to one of the greatest singers in popular music, The Scott Walker Songbook is an intimate, touching and funny evening for both Scott Walker fans and newcomers alike. More info and booking...
Theatre Bath Bus - Brunel Square Thursday 7th June 2018
The Beige Brothers Omnibus Company presents :
Bill Smarme : Exposed
With Bill Smarme and The Bizness
It's not easy being an international entertainer and ladies’ man. Hear the warts-and-all story behind Bill's relentless 47-year rise to fame and mis-fortune whilst running the Smarme's Arms, and Smarmerection simultaneously! Climb on board for an intimate evening of comedy, music, repartee-hee, exposes, enlightenment and prizes with Bill and The Bizness, all in the best possible taste. Running time 1 hour. More info and booking...
Friday 8th June 2018
The Old Theatre Royal
Jane Austen and the Piano
Judith Gore - Piano
You've seen the films. Read the books. Now come and hear the music from Jane Austen's personal collection. Pianist Judith Gore has selected a special collection of pieces for audiences to enjoy and experience Jane Austen's musical interests. More info and booking...
Mystery location Friday 8th June 2018
Taking a Tune for a Walk
Rock of Eye
Unique musical experience featuring some of our favourite players in the region taking you on a tune-full amble around some of Bath's hidden corners, to end with tonight's performance by new acoustic explorers Rock of Eye.
Come prepared for a walk and for some surprises. You will have time to snatch a bite to eat in Walcot St. before the concert.
More info and booking...
Komedia Friday 8th June 2018
Femi & The Inrhythms
Pressure to Pleasure Tour
Femi and The InRhythms, a 7-piece band from Lagos, Nigeria, mixes the cerebral musicality of afrobeat with the visceral grooves of funk underpinned with Yoruba-English vocal styles to create an eclectic futuristic world dance music, making them one of the key bands from the contemporary African music scene.
14+ (under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult)
More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Friday 8th June 2018
Dimension 50
With Paul Mallon
If you were you a clubber in Bath between 1968 and 1983, you’ll remember when local Discos played Stax Soul, Motown and Ska – and later Funk and Northern Soul. Dance those years away and relive the atmosphere with ex-Tiffanys & Nero's - and now Soul Train Radio - DJ Paul Mallon. More info and booking...
Chapel Arts Centre Friday 8th June 2018
Jill Jackson
Are We There Yet? is the 5th solo album by Paisley born singer songwriter Jill Jackson, a record that bears the hallmarks of a 25 year musical journey that has taken her from Paisley to Top of The Pops to playing in every State of America (50 States in 50 Days.....yes really!), and then Nashville. The result is stunning, lyrically and beautifully tender. Don't miss the chance to see this major talent. More info and booking...
Walcot Chapel Friday 8th June 2018
Taking a Tune for a Walk Part 2
Rock of Eye
Rock of eye are Alex Vann (Spiro, Three Cane Whale) with Ron Phelan and Madame Ceski. The name is a tailoring term signifying to be guided by the eye, to do by feel and intuition rather than by precise methods.
They are an extraordinary improvising folk-based acoustic experience.
This show is the conclusion to 'Taking a Tune for a Walk', which precedes it, and participants on the walk will be admitted before additional tickets are sold (see online in the days before the event).
More info and booking...
Saturday 9th June 2018
Walcot Street
Les Zoings
at large on Walcot Street
Make your way into town this afternoon by way of Walcot Street and you may well find yourself serenaded by this idiosyncratic street band from the deep South London home of many of our favourite performance bands, playing to shop, cafe, pub, queue, open street but never just to themselves. More info and booking...
Moles Club Saturday 9th June 2018
Rural Music Network
Young Acts and Bands from across the region
Rural Music Network works to support young people from across the region to rehearse, record and perform. We are delighted to be back in Bath with a great line up of singer-songwriters, psychedelic rock, metal, acoustic, and lyrical. These guys are super talented. If you want to get involved contact jamesbrookes@sryp.org.uk More info and booking...
St. Michael's Church Saturday 9th June 2018
Edward Bettella and Jonathan Stabler
Original music for Cello and Piano
Join composer pianist Edward Bettella and cellist Jonathan Stabler for an evening of modern new music written especially for the cello and piano. Your musical hosts will guide you through a bombastic and epic selection of music from the composer himself, plus short pieces by a diverse range of other composers, from Purcell to Stevie Wonder. No knowledge of music history required! More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Saturday 9th June 2018
The Unravelling Wilburys
After previous sell-out gigs in Bath Fringe, this band of good ol’ boys from Nashville Tennessee (who had a whole bunch of songs – allegedly - stolen by some super group calling themselves “The Travelling Wilburysâ€) are back with all the old hits including: “Pretty Womanâ€, “Mr Blue Skyâ€, “Mr Tambourine Man†& “ Lay Lady Layâ€. More info and booking...
The Barley Mow Saturday 9th June 2018
Foxy Music presents
Smallfry with support from Remy
Alternative country? Acoustic Pop? Folk/Rock? Smallfry are not hung up on genres, they just love to play great songs. With their delicious musical mix of guitar, ukulele, bass and cajon and the sweet vocal style of front woman Irene, Smallfry serve up an irresistible musical treat to both Bath Fringe and The Barley Mow. More info and booking...
Sunday 10th June 2018
The Bell
Walcot Sunday at The Bell
Nuala Honan & Claire Northey / Strange Planet / Mustard Brass Band
Walcot Weekend at The Bell brings three new acts from familiar faces: Nuala Honan we know all about round here, Claire Northey plays great fiddle and electronic bits; SP focus around Van Der Graff co-founder Judge Smith, and MB are a New Orleans marching band style combo from the makers of The Jazz Cannibals. Bands at 1pm, 3.30pm and 6pm, till 8pm. For running order see website nearer the time. More info and booking...
The Old Theatre Royal Sunday 10th June 2018
Hat & Feather Forever!
ShakShak, Jules Landau, Su Hart, Hodmadoddery, Clive TV & more
Way back last century, The Hat & Feather was the place in Bath to be, not least upstairs on a Thursday night at what was to become the longest running Open Mic night in the West, The Playgroup. Tonight reunites some of its regulars in music and something of the Hat's notorious party spirit. More info and booking...
Monday 11th June 2018
St James Wine Vaults - Downstairs
The Medicine Show Radio Revue Presents
Carrington MacDuffie
plus Fraser Anderson
Austin Indie High Priestess includes Bath Fringe on her 50 date European Tour, described as Carol King meets Grace Jones
Fraser Anderson Hailed by Howard Thompson (Former Head of A&R, Elektra Records) as “the best singer-songwriter I’ve heard in a long time”, the BBC’s Bob Harris as a “truly beautiful voice” and by Rolling Stone Magazine as “one to keep an eye on”, Anderson is a “truly remarkable artist” (BBC Radio Wales). Likened to Damien Rice’s emotionality, Glen Hansard’s crafted storytelling, the intensity of Nick Drake and the lively humour of John Martyn, Anderson stands out in his own right.
If you haven’t heard Anderson’s music yet, you are in for a treat. Words fail to prepare you for the delicate warm and comforting tones of his voice
More info and booking...