Reviews

• Theatre / Reviews

  Review: The Farmer and the Clown, The Weston Studio, Bristol Old Vic – ‘Utterly heartwarming and relatable’

  Flibbertigibbet Theatre adapt Marla Frazee’s beloved picture book

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• Music / Reviews

  Review: SykesMartin, Downend Folk & Roots – ‘Very essence of romantic folk’

  Two of British folk's finest voices join forces for a captivating performance

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• Music / Reviews

  Review: Sea Power, Trinity – ‘Full of full-on indie rock bangers’

  The alt-rock band returned to Bristol to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their third studio album

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• Film / Reviews

  Review: Slapstick Gala 2024, Bristol Beacon – ‘A fabulous feast of fun’

  Just what we needed in these grim times

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• Music / Reviews

  Review: abs, Crofters Rights – ‘Captivating stage presence’

  The gig was full of soulful tracks, great support acts and an intrusive fire alarm

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• Music / Reviews

  Review: Roisin Murphy, Bristol Beacon – ‘Toe-tapping, head-nodding, funky classic’

  The Irish singer-songwriter is currently touring her critically acclaimed album, Hit Parade

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• Music / Reviews

  Review: Transatlantic Sessions, Bristol Beacon – ‘The sets of tunes were glorious’

  The way it works is simple; a house band plays while guests stroll in to add their own magic

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• Theatre / Reviews

  Review: A Family Business, Tobacco Factory Theatres – ‘Part quiz, part history lesson, part collective gasp of exasperation’

  Chris Thorpe’s play tells the human stories of nuclear disarmament

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