Fans of Irish music are invited to a celebratory knees-up at Theatre Royal Winchester when the band, The Fureys, takes to the stage on Saturday 5 April – with their last ever concert in the city as they look forward to retirement. The Fureys are one of Ireland’s most...
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Review: Dilettante, Heartbreakers, Southampton
By Darren Grayer. Francesca Pidgeon is probably known best for her work as multi-instrumentalist in BC Camplight’s excellent backing band. Her own band, Dilettante, arrive at Heartbreakers in Southampton for a second visit (18/3/25), having jetted back to these shores less than 24 hours previous after playing at...
Preview: Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers, The Berry Theatre, Hedge End
Join the celebration of Mugenkyo’s landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats & vital energy at The Berry Theatre on Friday 4 April 2025. Taking the audience on a journey in time, a thrilling ride through their 30 years, the concert is a...
Preview: The Importance of Being Earnest, Theatre Royal Winchester
Doctor Who star, Ncuti Gatwa, takes to the stage in National Theatre Live screening, The Importance of Being Earnest, at Theatre Royal Winchester on Sunday 30 March. The Importance of Being Earnest tells of Jack, who – while assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country –...
Southampton Philharmonic Choir bring Baroque to the 02 Guildhall this weekend
Featuring a line-up of exceptional soloists, the Southampton Philharmonic Choir, Southampton University Philharmonic Choir, and London-based Docklands Sinfonia, all under the baton of David Gibson bring an evening of Baroque to Southampton’s 02 Guildhall on Saturday March 22nd. They will be diving into the Baroque treasure chest to present...
Preview: Unruly, Mayflower Studios, Southampton
Unruly, a ground-breaking production about the power of friendship, community, and resistance, embarks on its national tour across the UK this spring, stopping off at Mayflower Studios – as part of its Shout Season – on 17 April 2025. Unruly, a bold new show written and performed by Vici...
Cuckooing to be made criminal offence – watch online drama about the phenomenon
The government has announced that landmark legislation will ban cuckooing, an activity that exploits vulnerable people. Cuckooing is when the home of a vulnerable person is taken over by criminals to use it for illegal activities, such as drug dealing. The offence will carry a maximum penalty of five...
Good Neighbours come to Portsmouth next month
Riding high off their current single ‘Ripple’ enjoying successes across the globe (including BBC R1 B-list rotation), Good Neighbours have announced a short sharp run of live shows taking their feel-good vibes to Portsmouth’s Kola on April 13th. Turning their attention to the people and places that often get...
New open mic nights come to Southampton
By Darren Grayer. A local musician has teamed up with a bar in Southampton to host a series of open mic nights, with the purpose of providing a platform for other local musicians to showcase their material. Based in Romsey, Charlie Smith describes himself as an alternative acoustic singer/songwriter....
Preview: The Baddies, Mayflower Studios, Southampton
New casting has been announced for the brand-new stage adaptation of The Baddies, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s smash-hit 2022 story, which visits Mayflower Studios from Wednesday 16 to Saturday 19 April 2025. Meet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don’t you dare to come too close to...