Comedy superstar John Bishop is coming back to Bristol's Hen & Chicken Studio with his highly anticipated "work-in-progress" stand up show. It's a real privilege to have someone of John Bishop's status come and try out some new stuff in front of an intimate crowd for two more nights. Over the years, John has achieved huge success...
Comedy superstar John Bishop is coming back to Bristol's Hen & Chicken Studio with his highly anticipated "work-in-progress" stand up show. It's a real privilege to have someone of John Bishop's status come and try out some new stuff in front of an intimate crowd for two more nights. Over the years, John has achieved huge...
Rod Picott has decided to postpone his September tour, citing the recent spread of Covid among the fully vaccinated in the U.S. and the ever-changing regulations in both the U.S. and the U.K. This was a very difficult decision to make but there were simply too many variables in play that pushed him to postpone....
Stand Up For The Weekend returns in September with Alistair Barrie and guest Steve Bugeja and compere Robin Morgan. Alistair Barrie is one of the top headliners on the international comedy circuit. He has performed in over 40 countries including acclaimed performances in Australia, Cape Town, Mumbai, New Zealand and the legendary Comedy Cellar in...
Described in Jazzwise Magazine as evoking a “Metheny-esque lyricism”, guitarist Steve Banks presents a quintet featuring musicians from the forefront of UK jazz. In 2021, Steve will be releasing ‘Emboldened’, an Arts Council England supported suite of his original music alongside recording an album of compositions with the quintet. Steve’s captivating style, lyricism and versatility...
Stand Up For The Weekend with Neil Delamere featuring Funmbi Omotayo plus compere Clint Edwards. Neil Delamere is one of the most in-demand comedians on Irish television and well on track to repeat his success here in the UK. He is best known to UK audiences for a storming appearance on the first series of...
Welcome to our monthly Open Mic Night (2nd Monday of every month) in our custom-built music room - 'The Chicken Shed' Hosted by James Slater, Elliot Hall and Sarah Larkham, we welcome musicians and music lovers alike. We can get very busy so if you wish to play, you can book your slot in advance....
The Thom Dalby Quartet joins The Be-Bop Club for the first time this September. Thom Dalby is a terrific new trumpeter on the scene. As a graduate of the Royal Welsh College, he's often to be found playing over in Cardiff, but is now based in Bristol and turning a few heads. You might have...
Stand Up For The Weekend with Stuart Goldsmith featuring George Lewis and compere Ross Smith. Stuart Goldsmith is an internationally award-winning comedian, writer, podcaster and host. With a reputation for smart, accessible stand-up, Stuart’s enthusiasm and natural charm conceal a quick wit and fearlessness honed by his early career as a street performer. Surprisingly candid...
Steve Hughes Are you Serious? (rescheduled) Returning to the UK for his first full-length tour in six years, Australian comedy legend Steve Hughes is known the world over for his hard-hitting, take no prisoners stand up. Internationally renowned as a comedy powerhouse, Steve has spent the past 5 years confronting his demons, recovering from a crippling...
The Be-Bop Club presents an evening with The Kevin Figes Quartet. Kevin Figes predominantly plays alto sax but sometimes also includes flute and baritone sax in his armoury. A mainstay of the Bristol scene for many years now, Kevin is one of the city's most prolific composers and has arranged music for various sized ensembles...
Stand Up For The Weekend with Seann Walsh featuring Sarah Keyworth plus compere Clint Edwards. Described as ‘the best observational comedian of his generation’ (The Guardian), this Edinburgh Award nominee’s last UK tour show After This One, I’m Going Home ended with standing ovations around the country. Seann Walsh has starred in Netflix’s Flinch, Live At The...
