Colston Street,
Bristol,
BS1 5AR
(0117) 922 3686
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Robert Newman's New Theory Of Evolution
Chaotic stand-up from the writer and comedian based around the development of the human race.
Thelonius
A fusion of jazz angularity with classic Hip-hop musical inspirations.
When
Nov 7, 6.45pm-7.45pm
Philip Glass Ensemble
The group performs Glass's Civil War #2 and Cologne Section, selections from Music In 12 Parts, The Grid from Koyaanisqatsi, Floe, Facades and Rubric from Glassworks, Music In Similar Motion and Act III The Photographer.
John Wilson And The John Wilson Orchestra
The conductor leads the orchestra as it performs the film music composed by Cole Porter.
John Wilson Orchestra
The Orchestra and special guests celebrate the works of Cole Porter. Hear performances of I've Got You Under My Skin, Night And Day and Let's Do It alongside numbers from movies like Anything Goes, High Society and Can-Can.
Alexandra Vaduva
The pianist performs works including Brahms' Variations and Fugue on a Theme by Handel, Op 24.
Anais Mitchell
The US-based singer-songwriter with links to Vermont and New York, plays indie-folk.
James
Alternative rock by the Manchester-based seven-piece, whose classic hits include Sit Down, Come Home and She's A Star.
Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
The pianist and his band perform with guests Marc Almond, Gilson Lavis, Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall.
Sara Pascoe Vs History
Intelligent observations and quirky storytelling from the actress and stand-up.
Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
The rhythm and blues pianist is accompanied by his 20-piece orchestra. With support from Marc Almond.
What The Frock! Comedy
The second instalment of the comedy event hosted by Jayde Adams that will feature comedians Aisling Bea and Shazia Mirza.
Bristol Metropolitan Orchestra
The orchestra performs Shostakovich's Festive Overture, Orff's Carmina Burana and Dvorak's Symphony From The New World.
Cost
£21.50, NUS £19.35, OAP £10.75
Carmina Burana
Join Bristol Metropolitan Orchestra, the City of Bristol Choir and other singers for a stunning full-scale performance of Carl Orff's bawdy Carmina Burana. With lyrics from the Middle Ages, expressing earthly desires and a lusty enjoyment of life, and pulsating rhythms, full of passion and excitement, this is music of a primeval nature.
Cost
£21.50, OAP £19.35, NUS £10.75
John Robins
Entertaining stand-up from the XFM host and former flatmate of Russell Howard, Jon Richardson and Mark Olver.
Remix Unplugged
Performances derived from a creative development programme run by Bristol Plays Music. It aims to help young people between the ages of 7 and 21 get the most out of their passion for music, with the support of professional music mentors.
Voice: Patterns of Love
The vocal group performs music from the troubadours and trouveres, Shakespearean song, 16th century catches, and folksong arrangements from the UK and Ireland, plus works by Stevie Wishart, Helen Chadwick, Ayanna Witter-Johnson, Emily Levy and Marcus Davidson.
When
Nov 15, 6.15pm-7.15pm
Emily Barker & The Red Clay Halo
The singer-songwriter, who hails from Australia, performs folk-pop with her band. With support from Christian Kjellvander.
Erasure
The pairing of Vince Clarke and Andy Bell who were big in 1980s re-form to play their electropop hits, plus new material.
Aurora Trio
Harpist Heather Wrighton, flautist Emma Halnan and violist Joe Bronstein perform Ian Krouse's Tri Chairde and Skaila Kanga's arrangement of Ravel's Sonatine.
Central Band Of The Royal Air Force
The band performs a celebrations of the camaraderie and fortitude embodied by men and women from the Dambusters Generation with hit songs from the era.
Royal Air Force Bands
Join the Bands of the Royal Air Force to celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of the UKs greatest national icons: the Red Arrows.
Billy Bragg
Alternative folk, punk and protest songs from Stephen William Bragg, the Bard Of Barking.
Jon Richardson: Nidiot
Wry observations and pessimistic humour from the 8 Out Of 10 Cats team captain and Lancastrian stand-up.
Madeleine Peyroux
Mainstream jazz with elements of folk and blues by the French-American singer-songwriter, born in Athens, Georgia, who performs tracks from her album, The Blue Room.
Nancy Kerr And The Sweet Visitor Band
Contemporary and traditional folk from the London-born singer-violinist and her accompanying musicians.
Craig Campbell: Thrilling Mic Hunt
Enthusiastic storytelling and sharp wit from the Canadian stand-up.
Jazzie B And Caron Wheeler
A performance by the respected Soul II Soul founder and vocalist.
Bellowhead
Folk veterans Jon Boden and John Spiers lead an 11-piece band for folk dances played on various instruments including bouzoukis, banjos, flugelhorn and wind-up toys.
Charlotte Ashton & Chad Vindin
The flautist and violinist perform Handel's Flute Sonata in C, Messiaen's Le Merle Noir, Copland's Duo for Flute and Piano, Ian Clarke's Great Train Race and Sancan's Sonatine.
John Grant With Royal Northern Sinfonia
The veteran noir folk/country artist performs with the Sinfonia.
Orchestra Of Welsh National Opera
West End stars including Robyn North, Jacqui Scott, Michael Xavier and Scott Davies accompanied by the orchestra of the Welsh National Opera, conducted by Michael England, perform popular showstoppers including songs from The Phantom Of The Opera, Les Miserables, Wicked, Mamma Mia! and The Lion King.
When
Nov 25, phone for times
Royal Northern Sinfonia
Performance of classical music complemented by an extensive programme from the local region to the international stage with Thomas Zehetmair Conductor Laureate of the orchestra.
Stephen Johnson Insight
An in-depth look at Borodin's Trio in D and Saint-Saens' Trio No 1 in F.
Pascuala Ilabaca And Fauna
The singer-songwriter from Chile and her accompanying musicians performs world music.
Ukelele Orchestra Of Great Britain: A Fistful Of Ukeleles
Ukulele players come together to celebrate the instrument and it's rich cultural heritage.
Brussels Philharmonic
Michel Tabachnik conducts the orchestra to perform Borodin's Polovtsian Dances, Rodrigo's Concierto De Aranjuez, Saint-Saens' Symphony No 3 In C Minor 'Organ Symphony' and a solo set by guitarist Milos Karadaglic. With organist Oliver Condy.
Cost
£36, £8.50, under 18s £1
Y Viva Espana!
Conductor Michel Tabchnik joins guitarist Milos Karadaglic for Borodin's Polovtsian Dances, Rodrigo's Concierto de Aranjuezm, Milos Karadaglic's Solo Set and Saint Saens' Symphony No 3 in C minor, Organ Symphony.
Cost
£32.36-£36, NUS £8.50, under 18s £1
Dave Gorman: Gets Straight To The Point (The PowerPoint)
Innovative humour and visual storytelling from the stand-up, author and presenter.
James Acaster: Recognise
Stories, anecdotes and audience interaction from the Off The Kerb's Laughing Boy New Act Of The Year 2010, Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee 2012 and Kettering-born stand-up.
Michael Petrov & Ashley Fripp
The cellist and pianist play Schumann's Drei Fantasiestucke Op 73, Dutilleux's Trois Strophes Sur le Nom de Sacher for Cello Solo and Schubert's Sonata in A minor, Arpeggione.
Elgar: The Dream Of Gerontius
Adrian Partington leads organist Peter King, mezzo-soprano Susan Bickley, tenor Mark Padmore and baritone David Stout through Elgar's masterpiece.
When
Nov 29, 7.30pm-9.30pm
Royal Marines Band
Former members of the military band perform various pieces.
Rodrigo Y Gabriela
The virtuoso Mexican guitar playing duo performs rock and world-influenced percussive acoustica.
Alan Davies: Little Victories
Sharp and inventive wit from the QI regular, award-winning actor and former Jonathan Creek and Whites star.
Susan Calman: Lady Like
Feisty and caustic wit from the Glaswegian stand-up and 2012 Chortle Award-winner for Best Compere.
Ed Byrne: Roaring Forties
Observational humour from the Dublin-stand-up and actor, who has been a self-confessed "miserable old git" since the age of 23, as he embraces middle age with open arms and discovers life begins at 40.
Uwe Symphony Orchestra And Singers
A performance by the orchestra and choir of around 170 voices.
Brit Floyd: Pink Floyd Tribute
The group performs a selection of the music of the iconic progressive rock band.
Martyn Joseph
Cardiff-based acoustic folk singer-songwriter and acclaimed guitarist.
Marcus Brigstocke: Je M'Accuse - I Am Marcus
Satirical humour and dry, intelligent wit from the stand-up and broadcaster.
Saint Saviour And Bill Ryder-Jones
Joint tour from the alt-pop singer songwriter, AKA Becky Jones and former member of The Coral, who have collaborated on her new album, In The Seams.
Peter And The Wolf And The Snowman
Performance of popular and classical pieces of music from The Orchestra of Welsh Nation Opera.
The Human League
The synth-wielding threesome from Sheffield plays electro-pop, performing its hits including Don't You Want Me and (Keep Feeling) Fascination.
When
Dec 15, 8pm-11pm, doors 7.30pm
Chris Rea
The well-established singer-songwriter and guitarist performs a selection rock, blues and pop songs from his long career.
Home By Christmas
This moving and dramatic cantata, featuring adult and boys' choirs and professional soloists with a large orchestra, has been specially commissioned by Bristol Plays Music to mark the first months of the First World War.
Euphoria
A performance by the UK's top Show Choir which has dazzled audiences across the UK, Ireland and America with stunning harmonies and beautifully choreographed dance routines.
When
Dec 18, 6.15pm-7.15pm
Only Men Aloud
The Welsh male voice choir perform covers of classic pop songs.
The Bootleg Beatles: The Beatles Tribute
The mop-top tribute act performs the Fab Four's hits.
Bristol Choral Society
Adrian Partington leads the society in a performance of Handel's Messiah.
Handel’s Messiah
Performed by Bristol Choral Society with conductor Adrian Partington.
Cost
£25, OAP £22.50, under 26s £5
Mini Messiah Family Concert
Adrian Partington conducts Bristol Choral Society for a bite-sized family-friendly introduction to Messiah.
John Cleese: So, Anyway
Comedy legend John Cleese presents his unique comedic perspective to audiences with tales from his new book, So, Anyway.
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
The orchestra celebrates the New Year in Viennese style with a performance of waltzes by Johan Strauss II.
Cost
£30, NUS £8.50, under 18s £1
Strauss Gala
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra performs works by the ever-popular composer.
Cost
£30, NUS £8.50, under 18 £1
Paul Carrack
The Sheffield-born singer-songwriter and veteran guitarist, best known as a musician as part of Ace, Roxy Music and Squeeze, performs pop-rock.
Slapstick’s Silent Comedy Gala 2015
Silent comedies with live musical accompaniment featuring stand-ups and musicians, Chris Addison, Rick Wakeman, the Bristol Ensemble and Guenter A Buchwald.
The Halle: The Power And The Glory
Pianist Martin Stadtfeld joins the orchestra, conducted by Sir Mark Elder, for Mozart's Magic Flute Overture, Mendelssohn's Piano Concerto No 2 in D minor and Elgar's Symphony No 2 in E-flat.
Cost
£32.36 & £36, NUS £8.50, under 18s £1
Jessie Ware
The London-born singer-songwriter performs her pop-soul originals.
Rachmaninov: Remembering Russia
Pianist Alessandro Taverna joins the BSO and conductor Joshua Wellerstein for Sibelius' Spring Song, Grieg's Piano Concerto and Rachmaninov's Symphonic Dances.
Cost
£25.20-£36, NUS £8.50, under 18s £1
Ross Noble: Tangentleman
The highly-acclaimed, Newcastle-born stand-up performs absurdist improvisations which are largely based on audience suggestions and call-outs.
Rumours Of Fleetwood Mac
The popular tribute act embark on a major national tour.
Katherine Jenkins: Home Sweet Home Tour
The Welsh mezzo-soprano performs classical and contemporary songs and arias, as she celebrates 10 years in the music industry.
Omid Djalili Live
Sharp wit, one-liners and observations from the British-Iranian stand-up, writer and actor.
Collabro
The five-piece vocal group who won Britain's Got Talent, performs a selection of showtunes. With support from the series runner-up, Lucy Kay.
The Unthanks
Sisters Rachel and Becky and their fellow band members, perform their unique folk sounds.
Trio Da Kali
The Mali-based outfit performs its world music originals.
Simon Amstell: To Be Free
Following sold out residencies in New York and London, Simon Amstell peddles angst-ridden musings on the vagaries of modern life, embracing themes of freedom, joy, love, death, adventure, art, peace, sex, regret, success, eating, suffering, dreaming, healing and forgiving.
Benjamin Baker & Erdem Misirlioglu
The violinist and pianist perform Britten's Suite, Op 6 for violin and piano and Brahms' Violin Sonata No 3 in D minor, Op 108.
BSO Heroes And Superheroes 2
Pete Harrison leads the orchestra in a performance of music by film-soundtrack composers including John Williams, Hans Zimmer, James Horner and Maurice Jarre.
Cost
£19.54 & £27.91, NUS £7.91, under 18s 93p
The Australian Pink Floyd Show: Pink Floyd Tribute
Formed in 1998 in Adelaide, the band accurately recreates the songs by the progressive rock outfit, replete with full psychedelic light show.
The Mavericks
The alt-country, Tex-Mex group whose hits include All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down and Dance The Night Away, perform tracks from their latest album and past hit tunes.
Joan Armatrading
Soulful pop-rock by the long-established singer-songwriter from St Kitts embarks on her final major UK tour.
Underworld
Ambient dance and electronica from the Cardiff-formed twosome of Karl Hyde and Rick Smith in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their third album Dubnobasswithmyheadman.
Stephen Johnson Insight
A look at Mozart's Trio in B-flat and Trio in C.
Brava Benedetti
Ben Gernon leads the chamber orchestra through Bartok's Divertimento, Mozart's Violin Concerto No 5, Rondo for Violin and Orchestra in C and Symphony No 29 and Bruckner's Adagio from the String Quintet in F.
Cost
£33.49, NUS £7.91, under 18s 93p
Placebo
The London-based threesome, formed by Brian Molko and Stefan Olsdal performs its alternative rock originals.
Romesh Ranganathan & Suzi Ruffell
Razor-sharp observations and sardonic wit from the 2013 Leicester Mercury Comedian Of The Year and Foster's Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee for Best Newcomer, and offbeat, innovative storytelling from the 2011 Leicester Mercury Comedian Of The Year nominee.
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Soprano Sally Matthews joins the orchestra, with conductor Kirill Karabits for performances of Beethoven's Coriolan Overture, R Strauss' Four Last Songs and Schubert's Symphony No 9 The Great.
Cost
£23.44 & £33.49, NUS £7.91, under 18s 93p
Bristol Choral Society
Soprano Helen-Jane Howells, tenor Paul Badley and bass-baritone David Ireland join the choral society and ensemble, with conductor Adrian Partington for a selection of works by Haydn.
Cost
£25, OAP £22.50, under 26s £5
Anna Huntley & James Baillieu
The mezzo-soprano joins the pianist for a programme including works by Schumann and Brahms.
The Fureys
Traditional folk by the veteran vocal group from Dublin.
Jimmy Carr: Funny Business
Acerbic wit and dark, deadpan one-liners and stories from the controversial and provocative stand-up and 8 Out Of 10 Cats host.
Stephen Johnson Insight
An in-depth look at Janacek's Piano Sonata 1 X 1905 and Mendelssohn's Trio No 1 in D minor.
Czech Philharmonic Orchestra
Jiri Belohlavek conducts Dvorak's Two Slavonic Dances and Symphony No 7, Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto and Vaughan Williams' The Lark Ascending. With violinist Josef Spacek.
Mariana Sadovska
The singer from Ukraine performs folk music from her native land.
Michael Ball: If Everyone Was Listening 2015 Tour
The singer and musical theatre performer embarks on an extensive tour, in support of his most recent album, If Everyone Was Listening.
Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra
Conductor Kirill Karabits leads the orchestra with pianist Sunwook Kim through Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No 3 and Prokofiev's Symphony No 6.
Cost
£23.44 & £33.49, NUS £7.91, under 18s 93p
Mike & The Mechanics
Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford leads his band as it plays a mix of soft rock and pop rock, performing classics including Living Years, All I Need Is a Miracle, Over My Shoulder and Another Cup of Coffee to celebrate its 25th anniversary.
Milton Jones And The Temple Of Daft
Dry and deadpan one-liners from the surreal stand-up, regular Mock The Week panelist and Sony Award-winning radio star.
Stephen Johnson Insight
The presenter considers Beethoven's Allegretto in B-flat, Trio in C minor Op 1 No 3 and Trio in B-flat Op 11.
Trio Isimsiz
The group comprised of violinist Pablo Hernan Benedi, cellist Michael Petrov and pianist Erdem Misirlioglu performs piano trios by Haydn and Korngold.
Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra
The Orchestra and Warsaw Philharmonic Chorus, soprano Claire Meghnagi, mezzo-soprano Hannah Pedley, tenor Andrew Rees and baritone Paul Carew Jones perform Beethoven's Symphony No 9 'Choral Symphony' and Szymanowski's Stabat Mater. Conducted by Jacek Kaspszyk.
Cost
£33.49, NUS £7.91, under 18s 93p
Reginald D Hunter: The Man Who Attempted To Do So Much As Such
More observational and provocative humour from the UK-based, Georgia-born comedian.
Jimmy Carr: Funny Business
Acerbic wit and dark, deadpan one-liners and stories from the controversial and provocative stand-up and 8 Out Of 10 Cats host.
Bryan Ferry
The Durham-born singer-songwriter and musician, who first topped the UK singles chart with Roxy Music, performs in support of his solo album, Avonmore.
The Moody Blues
Rock and 1960s British invasion pop, with elements of progressive rock and psychedelia from the veteran outfit known for the songs Go Now, Question and Nights In White Satin.
When
Jun 9, phone for times
Sibelius 150th Anniversary
The Philharmonia Orchestra and soprano Helena Juntunen perform works by Sibelius, including Finlandia, Luonnotar, Karelia Suite and Symphony No 5 In E Flat. Conducted by Vladimir Ashkenazy.
Cost
£36.28, NUS £7.91, under 18s 93p
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