What's On Friday 31st March in Bristol

Events on Friday 31st March

“Written in ancient Mesopotamia in the second millennium BC, Gilgamesh is extraordinarily modern in its emotional power as it sends a message through the ages. It tells us how the mighty King Gilgamesh struck by grief and the fear of death crossed the vast ocean, sailed to the rising sun, journeyed to the edge of the world in search of eternal life, and found Utnapishtim, the man who survived the Great Flood and was made immortal.”
From: Gilgamesh

“John Lynn has been making waves in his native Ireland for some time, and is now busy building his reputation as a first-class international act. With an easy-going charm and natural stage presence, John is rapidly rising up the comedy ladder, including being invited to join Irish superstar Tommy Tiernan as a special guest at Dublin’s famed Vicar St venue.”
From: John Lynn plus Stuart Laws, Annie McGrath & guests

“Electro-acoustic percussionist, composer and experimental musician. Through the last twenty years he has developed a unique style of drumming, influenced by his many experiences with experimental and electronic music, rock, improv. His hypnotic rhythms and textures create immersive soundscapes for the listener to float in.”
From: Andrea Belfi, Valentina Magaletti & Blac

“Rusty Shackle are an indie folk band from Wales that have been captivating audiences with their incredible live performances since the early months of 2010. Their shows blend well crafted catchy tunes with stunning high-energy level performances which will make sure you’ll leave exhausted with their tunes swimming around your head for days afterwards.”
From: Rusty Shackle

“Tom Mitchell & Sarah Proudfoot are a pair of independent folk singers from Bristol. Whilst they are solo performers in their own right, every now and again they combine forces and enchant audiences with their atmospheric storytelling and enthralling blend of melodic harmonies and chiming acoustic guitars.”
From: Tom Mitchell & Sarah Proudfoot / Emma Langford