Upcoming theatre, comedy and art events

It’s always nice to get dressed up and feel fancy, especially in this beautiful city. Throw dinner in before or after and you, my friend, are undoubtedly cultured. Check out these shows and comedy nights!

CLOSER EACH DAY: THE IMPROVISED SOAP OPERA – Until December 6

Imagine being able to watch Eastenders live, and watch the actors decide what happens next on the spot? Well, Closer Each Day is kind of like that. I’d say probably with less screaming, but I can’t promise anything.

The Wardrobe Theatre, 25 West Street, Old Market, BS2 0DF

Closer Each Day promises to be an unscripted, unconventional and uplifting comedy. Courtesy of The Wardrobe Theatre.

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM – September 21

Ever end up liking someone then realising they’re completely the wrong person? It happens. Head to The Tobacco Factory to witness love’s confusion at it’s finest in a double-act production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Tobacco Factory Theatres, Raleigh Road, Southville, BS3 1TF

Love is more confusing than ever in Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Courtesy of The Tobacco Factory

STEVE HUGHES – ARE YOU SERIOUS? – September 23

Comedy Box at the Hen & Chicken is one of the best venues to find a comedy night. Some of your favourite comedians show their faces here, like Steve Hughes (the one with the beard, and those eyes – you know the one). Grab a ticket because you definitely need to be there.

Hen & Chicken, 210 North Street, Southville, BS3 1JF

SEANN WALSH – September 25

Seann Walsh is also coming to the Hen & Chicken. Get a ticket now and bring a bucket for all the throwing up you’ll be doing because he’s just that good.

Hen & Chicken, 210 North Street, Southville, BS3 1JF

THE WASP – September 30

Heather and Carla haven’t seen each other since school. Two lifestyles meet in the middle, with an opportunity for things to change…Morgan Lloyd Malcom presents The Wasp at the Alma Tavern and Theatre.

Alma Tavern and Theatre, 18-20 Alma Vale Road, Clifton, BS8 2HY

FAIRYTALES FOR GROWN-UPS – THE ORIGINS OF LIFE & DEATH – October 7

Warning: This performance contains raw, hardcore magic. Jan Blake presents FairyTales for Grown-Ups – The Origins of Life & Death which sounds interesting because it is. Grab a ticket to witness the wonderful works of Blake and the story of Life and Death coming together.

The Cube, Dove Street South, Kingsdown, BS2 8JD

WUTHERING HEIGHTS – October 9

A story of love, revenge and redemption, what story could this be? Shrek 2 is a good guess, but not quite…it’s
Wuthering Heights! Music and dance fuse with passion and hope for another creative spin on this well-known story, grab your Bristol Old Vic tickets now.

Bristol Old Vic presents Wuthering Heights: the epic story of love, revenge and redemption

Bristol Old Vic, King Street, BS1 4ED

IAN BREAKWELL – Oct 17

Have you ever heard of Ian Breakwell? No? As one of the key roles in the Bristol art scene, you should! Head
down to Arnolfini to learn more about him as an artist, as well as the artistic roots that flow through this city.

Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, BS1 4QA

Ian Breakwell was himself a Bristol Student, studying at the West of England College of Art. Credit: Lisa Whiting Photography

NINA CONTI – October 31

The ventriloquistic genius that is Nina Conti is bringing herself and her smaller self to Bristol Old Vic this October. As the nights get colder, keep yourself warm with some good old hearty laughter.

Bristol Old Vic, King Street, BS1 4ED

LIVING SPIT’S FRANKENSTEIN – THE MUSICAL – November 2-13

If you’ve ever wondered what Frankenstein’s life would sound like as a musical, then wonder no more! Living Spit are back with another of their crazily clever double-act shows. Find them at the Tobacco Factory for an evening of guaranteed entertainment.

Tobacco Factory Theatres, Raleigh Road, Southville, BS3 1TF

Frankenstein Production Photos. Photo Credit: Richard Davenport for The Other Richard

Main photo: Arnolfini

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