21 things to to in Bristol this week, July 18-24 2022

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Roxy Lanes now taking bookings
Roxy Lanes – which opened in May – boasts a huge variety of games, and massive rock and indie tunes. Including ten pin bowling, duck pin bowling, American pool, batting cages, ice-free curling, shuffleboard, beer pong, basketball and private karaoke rooms. The new location on Union Street also shows live sports.

The latest addition to Bristol’s night time entertainment scene is now open for bookings – photo: Roxy Lanes

Monday: Talk Club Southville Weekly Session, Little Yellow Cafe
Join other Southville men for a Monday evening mental wellness checkup at the Little Yellow Cafe attached to the gym on North Street. Run by mental health initiative Talk Club, it’s an opportunity to have important conversations about mental health, no matter how big or small.

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Monday: Briston Maroney, Exchange
Briston Maroney makes “confessional, feel-good music that gets to the heart of being human” (The Line of Best Fit). He cut his teeth in Nashville’s DIY scene, earning a reputation for his lively performances. Following three EPs, earlier this year he released his debut album ‘Sunflower’. Working closely with Grammy-award winning producer John Congleton, the record sees Maroney’s earnest, reflective songwriting shine through as he “leans into pop production to express a new vibe which is deeply rooted in energetic Americana sounds” (DORK).

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July 9 – September 11: Earth: Digging Deep in British Art 1781 – 2022, RWA
Our major summer exhibition, ‘Earth: Digging Deep in British Art 1781 – 2022′ is NOW OPEN (until 11 September 2022). The exhibition surveys the representation of our environment through artists’ perspectives over four centuries, from a fossil necklace representing the history of life on Earth, through to a large Mudwork installation using mud collected from the River Avon (pictured). Open Tues – Sun 10am – 5pm and late on Weds until 8pm.

The exhibition explores our relationship with the natural world, and is open until September 11 – Photo: Lisa Whiting

Tuesday: Dumbelles, The Room Above
Three female comedians bring their lovingly crafted show from Edinburgh down to the intimate dark room settings of The Room Above, situated atop The White Bear pub on St Michaels Hill. It’ll be an hour of stand up from the trio, and no stone will be left unturned.

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July 9 – September 11: Anthony Whishaw at 92: A Force of Nature, RWA
We are delighted to be showing an exhibition exploring Anthony Whishaw’s studies of nature and climate over the past six decades in the Kenny Gallery (free entry). Anthony Whishaw RA RWA has long been fascinated with the forces of nature; from the movement of storms, water, wind and the murmuration of birds to falling trees, leaves and flooding. This exhibition goes back through nearly sixty years of creative practice from the 1960s to today.

The exhibition runs alongside RWA’s main exhibition – Photo: Martin Edwards

Wednesday: Boozy Macramé: Plant Hanger Session, Alpha Bottle Shop & Tap
If you’ve ever wanted to learn Macramé – the art of creating plant hangers out of intricate knots and ropes – whilst enjoying a flight of some of the finest craft beers that Bristol has to offer, then look no further than the Alpha Bottle Shop in Bedminster. A tutor will guide you through the basic techniques/knots, and you’ll be able to choose from three different designs to focus on.

Ticket price to the event includes a flight of some of Bristol’s best beers – Photo: Alpha Bottle Shop & Tap

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Wednesday-Sunday: Cinema Rediscovered Film Festival, Watershed
Watershed’s film festival showcasing brand new restorations, contemporary classics and film print rarities from around the globe. Expect a David Lynch party, a focus on bell hooks, Women’s Stories From the Global South, Shanghai Express and more.

Wednesday: Vietnamese Street Food Cookery Class, Little Kitchen Cookery School
Totterdown’s little kitchen cookery school travels East this week, hosting a Vietnamese street food class, for people of all ages/experience levels. As usual, the ticket price includes everything you’ll need on the day, from the ingredients and equipment all the way down to a recipe card and an apron.

The class is recommended for people of all skill levels – Photo: Little Kitchen Cookery School

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Thursday: The Tonic Sessions: Sisanda Myataza, Bristol Beacon Foyer
Music has always been a part of Sisanda Myataza’s life. From the legacy of her great great grandfather, the choral composer BB Myataza, to a love for the stage from an early age, the South African artist is a born performer both as a solo musician and in the various bands she’s formed part of. Since the release of her debut solo album in 2016, Myataza has gone from strength-to-strength, including a performance at the Cape Town Jazz Festival alongside the likes of Kamasi Washington and Laura Mvula. With her rich, soulful voice Myataza’s sound offers mellow jazz rhythms intertwined with Afrobeat influences.

Thursday: A Sketch Show, Alma Tavern & Theatre
Bristol/Weston-Super-Mare sketch duo Jack & Jordan bring their act to the coveted Alma Tavern & Theatre this Thursday. Having sold out five star shows at the Edinburgh Fringe festival, amongst many other decorations, these two are not ones to be missed if you’re into your creative, engaging sketch comedy.

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Friday: Amity w/ Robin Stewart (Giant Swan) B2B K Means, The Crown
Techno fans will know of Giant Swan and their sweeping reach across the musical spectrum in both their productions and their DJ sets. This weekend, see one half of the duo go toe to toe with Rinse/Noods resident and Timedance Affiliate K Means for a no doubt party starting three hour set in the caves of The Crown Basement.

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Friday: Lunchtime Talk: Nature, Creativity and Coaching, Watershed
In this free talk, Roy Kareem will discuss the science of what being outdoors brings to our mental health and creativity, the stories and work that emanate from such experiences, and how we can bring more of it all into our lives. In Watershed’s Pervasive Media Studio and streaming live on YouTube.

Lunchtime Talk is a series at Watershed where experts give talks about a variety of different topics – Photo: Watershed

Friday: Charlotte Johnson: My Dad & Other Lies, The Cube
Boris Johnson’s daughter brings her inaugural stand-up show to one of Bristol’s most intimate performance spaces, just a week after her father resigned from the job. Yes, you read that right. Is there even any more that needs to be said?

This is the ex Prime Minister’s daughter’s first stand up tour, and she’s managed to time it perfectly – Photo: Charlotte Johnson

Saturday: #SNEAKERBOX, Strange Brew
Going 8 years strong, Sneakerbox returns to Strange Brew, for a day of shoes, tunes, and booze. It’s free entry, so anyone is welcome to drop in and have a browse of some of the finest kicks in the city, alongside an opportunity to pick up a bargain pair.

Strange Brew is a former car showroom – photo: Martin Booth

Saturday – Sunday: Love Letters to Cinema: Screening & Exhibition, Malcolm X Centre
A collaboration between UK Based film exhibition organisation We Are Parable and Kenya based Manyatta Screenings, Love Letters to Cinema explores some of film’s greatest moments from both countries, via screenings, discussions and exhibitions. This weekend, expect screenings, followed by exhibitions of key elements from said screenings, such as shot lists, props etc.

Sunday: Sofar Sounds Bristol Concert, Undisclosed Clifton Location
Sofar Sounds are fast becoming known for their unique concert experiences in magical undisclosed locations. After buying a ticket, you’ll be notified of the venue location 36 hours beforehand, along with the artist lineup. Over the years, Sofar have become known for their stellar curation, bringing forward exciting emerging artists across a range of disciplines, from spoken word to dance, bringing you an evening you won’t forget in a hurry.

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Sunday: Peachin’ Summer Party, Trinity Centre
Peachin’ are a female collective curating intergeneration events, providing a space for fun, positivity, and forward thinking. The DJ collective keep the dancefloor on their toes, bouncing between 90’s/00’s hip hop and R&B, dancehall, afrobeat, UK garage, baile funk, global club, and more. A high-energy day party with DJs, local food, children’s activities, and pass the parcel (for all ages) hosted by the Dancehall Generals.

Peachin Collective are a family friendly dance collective, with fun for all ages – Photo: Trinity Centre

And coming soon…

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July 29: Sarah and Duck’s Big Top Birthday, Redgrave Theatre
Join Sarah and her best friend Duck as they plan the ultimate circus soiree to help Scarf Lady celebrate her birthday. Let’s just hope the weather holds out…

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July 30: Milkshake Live!, Redgrave Theatre
Milkshake! Monkey is back and can’t wait to put on a spectacular NEW show for you all, joined by some of his favourite Milkshake! friends plus two Milkshake Presenters creating the most dazzling show you have ever seen!

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July 30: Keep Hush Day Party, Trinity Centre
After the iconic scenes at Bristol’s ec2a Keep Hush Live, Dr Dubplate is teaming up with the Keep Hush crew for a massive summer birthday blowout. With a stacked line-up curated by the man himself, Keep Hush’s first open-air day party in Bristol isn’t going to be one to miss.

Main Photo: Alpha Bottle Shop 

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