By Neil Glasspool He’s making his list. He’s checking his twice. And he’s somewhat taken aback at the remarkably eclectic mix of events that are on offer in this week’s Southampton listings. This week’s big news is A Christmas Carol at MAST. Billed as ‘a youthful musical to raise...
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Courting’s UK/EU headline tour brings them to Southampton’s Joiners next year
Liverpool four-piece Courting have shared a new single titled “Emily G”. The track follows the band’s recent return with details of their highly anticipated new album “New Last Name”, which was recorded in collaboration with indie heroes Gary and Ryan Jarman of The Cribs. The album is due for...
The Zutons come to Southampton’s Engine Rooms in April
Photo credit Jonathan Turton. The Zutons are embarking on a full UK tour next year, in support of forthcoming album The Big Decider, which arrives on 26th April 2024. Having sold out their run of intimate live shows set to take place from January to March of next year,...
Squeeze to come to Southampton on 50th anniversary tour next autumn
Image by Danny Clifford. To celebrate their momentous 50th anniversary, British music legends Squeeze have announced a massive UK tour for 2024 including a show at Southampton’s Mayflower Theatre on the 27th October. With a half-century distinguished by some of the smartest and sweetest guitar-pop made during the rock...
New Year’s Eve party and more at The Art House
The Art House in Southampton City Centre is inviting everyone to join them for a laid back, fun, family friendly New Year’s Eve. On Sunday 31 December (of course) from 8.30pm there will be an evening of food, music and more.An organiser said: “Come and clap your hands, stamp...
Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds announce intimate headline show at Portsmouth Guildhall
Image by Matt Crockett. Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds today announce their first UK live performance for 2024 with an intimate headline show at Portsmouth’s Guildhall on Wednesday 20th March. Tickets will be on sale from Friday 15th December at 9:00am GMT here. The Portsmouth show will take place ahead of four huge outdoor performances...
Paul Weller coming to Poole Lighthouse in spring
Paul Weller has announced a full UK tour for 2024 with 14 dates lined up through April, including Poole Lighthouse on the 4th April. This year has seen Paul’s tour schedule taken up with extensive travels around Europe peppered with a handful of UK Forest Live shows and a...
Preview: What’s on at MAST Mayflower Studios this festive season – 2023/2024
MAST Mayflower Studios is hosting an enchanting variety of shows this festive season. From a enchanting adventure for little ones and their grown-ups, to the mystery of a shark in the snow, MAST Mayflower Studios has you covered for a trip to the theatre. Shows are as follows: Counting...
Hampshire FA Secures Joint Partnership with Mayflower Theatre & MAST Mayflower Studios
Hampshire FA has signed a joint agreement with Mayflower Theatre and MAST Mayflower Studios as its official Culture & Arts Partners. Mayflower Theatre is the largest theatre on the South Coast boasting a 2,271-seating capacity in their auditorium, hosting an impressive range of richly diverse shows from large scale...
Fatboy Slim, Snow Patrol, Jamie T and Biffy Clyro announced as headliners for Victorious
Fatboy Slim, Snow Patrol, Jamie T and Biffy Clyro have this morning been announced as headliners for Victorious Festival 2024, on Southsea Common. Courteeners, Pixies, Becky Hill, Wet Leg, Idles, Louis Tomlinson and Jess Glynne will also join the bumper line-up for next summer. There will also be comedy...