Talk: An exploration of Psychedelics & Consciousness

Hen & Chicken Studio

Whether mystical, cathartic, or insightful, the psychedelic experience provides feelings of deep insights and understanding of human consciousness, as well as benefits in mental health. Based on brain imaging and psychological studies involving psychedelics, we will explore in what way these compounds may provide valuable insights into consciousness. We will also explore some of the...

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Music: Joshua Burnell (Trio)

Chicken Shed

"A creatively fearless artist... 5/5" - RnR Magazine Joshua Burnell makes retro pop-rock for the modern world. His latest album, Glass Knight - which according to the Financial Times, "plays like a lost out-take from Spiders-From-Mars-era Bowie" - won over a lot of new fans upon its release in 2023. Expect hooky melodies drenched in...

Comedy: Ali Woods – AT THE MOMENT

Hen & Chicken Studio

Award-winning stand-up comedian and multi-viral online sketch sensation Ali Woods comes to Bristol on his debut stand-up tour! He’s finally fallen in love with an amazing lady. It’s taken Ali a while… Come on an embarrassing and cathartic journey of teenage angst, relationship fails and learning how to live in the moment. The moment? God how horrible....

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Music: Manuals of Fire meet Andy Hague

Chicken Shed

Manuals of Fire is an organ trio fronted by John-Paul Gard who have for a number of years played a monthly Sunday residency at The Old Fish Market. Similar to last week's presentation in which the band was formed following a meeting between saxophonists Ben and Dan at a jam session, tonight's gig has arisen...

£13

Comedy: Mark Thomas – GAFFA TAPES

Hen & Chicken Studio

THIS SHOW ALSO TAKES PLACE ON SUNDAY 24 NOVEMBER Jokes, rants, politics, play and the occasional sing song from veteran award-winning, political commentator, agitator and comedian, Mark Thomas. If you don’t know what he does ask your parents. In his time he has won awards (current total is now officially ‘fuckloads’), forced a politician to resign, changed laws...

£20

Comedy: Lucy Porter- NO REGRETS

Hen & Chicken Studio

The irrepressible Lucy Porter bounces back into action with a show all about regrets. Frank Sinatra had too few to mention, but Lucy’s got hundreds, and she’s prepared to go into graphic detail about all of them. Disastrous dates, professional calamities, ruined friendships and parenting fails. Lucy describes all the mistakes she’s made, works out why they...

£21.50

Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with Matt Stellingwerf

Hen & Chicken Studio

Stand Up For The Weekend with Matt Stellingwerf featuring Jamie D'Souza plus compere Meryl O'Rourke Stand Up For The Weekend is our weekly flagship comedy show featuring top circuit headliners and guest acts plus incredibly funny and engaging comperes who host the show. A choice of table seats, reserved row seats and unreserved row seats...

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TALK: A LIFE LESS ORDINARY – TALES OF INNER STRENGTH AND RESILIENCE

Hen & Chicken Studio

Every so often we hear of seemingly extraordinary feats of human endurance. We'll hear from those who have overcome life-changing events and mental challenges through their sheer stamina and inspirational mindset. Those who have looked death in the face and didn't blink and who have harnessed their own tenacious physical courage and determination to help...

Music: Monk Tribute – Craig Crofton/Martin Jenkins

Chicken Shed

Bristol saxophonist Craig Crofton and pianist Martin Jenkins team up to host a night dedicated to the legendary jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk. For most jazz lovers Monk’s music is instantly recognisable, known for his unique style on the piano and quirky melodies that seem to instantly become earworms! Monk’s formative years were spent...

£13

Music: Amy Rigby

Hen & Chicken Studio

Amy Rigby has established herself one of America’s enduring underground/cult/indie artists, combining the insight and humour of country and folk songwriting with classic rock craftsmanship and punk DIY spirit. She formed pre-Americana country band Last Roundup (Rounder) and Richard Hell’s favourite girl group the Shams (Matador) in downtown NYC before launching a solo career with...

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Comedy: Robin Morgan – THE SPARK

Hen & Chicken Studio

Little Wander in association with Sophie Chapman Talent presents.... As featured on BBC Two’s Mock The Week and BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz, Robin Morgan is back on the road with a hilarious brand new show, The Spark - his biggest tour to date. His previous shows have dealt with a proposal, marriage, kids and a...

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Comedy: Stand Up For The Weekend with ERICH McELROY

Hen & Chicken Studio

Featuring JEREMY FLYNN & MILLIE MALONE plus compere TOM GLOVER Stand Up For The Weekend is our weekly flagship comedy show featuring top circuit headliners and guest acts plus incredibly funny and engaging comperes who host the entire show. A choice of table seats, reserved row seats and unreserved row seats are available to book...

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