A event on Thursday 7th July. The event starts at 19:00.
Summer is truly on its way and, bringing the sunshine in July, comes Tonic 042 a-barrelling!
July's edition of Tonic stars headliner Pascal Vine with support sets by T.S. Idiot, Sam J Grudgings and Rhys Ashton Tucker.
Come for the Scratch Showcase of brand new material, Half-Time Scratch, multiple support acts and headline set by the stunningly-penned Team Tonic Alumnus, Pascal Vine.
There is NO OPEN MIC for this show.
HEADLINER
Pascal Vine is a UK performance poet from the Somerset Levels who enjoys describing the world around him in the touchiest-feeliest ways possible.
He graduated from Bath Spa in Creative Writing and Religion in 2018. He has made himself useful behind the scenes at many slams and open mics since starting out five years ago, as well as headlined poetry nights across the South West. He’s worked with punks, interpretive dancers, noise artists, radio hosts and anyone else who will let them. He has been published by Bad Betty, Three Drops, and Verve in various anthologies. He is disabled, nonbinary and tired.
His debut pamphlet “Good Listeners” from Burning Eye is available from their website of his big cartel. https://pascalvinepoet.bigcartel.com.
SUPPORT ACTS
T.S. Idiot is a short-sighted, slam-losing writer and performer based in Bristol. They like to talk about every day moments, mental health, being bent and, occasionally, amphibian-shaped confectionary.
T.S. Idiot has featured work with BBC Arts, Apples & Snakes and Bristol Museum & Art Gallery.
Sam J Grudgings is a poet perpetually on the edge of collapse. Shortlisted for the Outspoken Poetry Prize in the performance category in 2020, he is renowned for his frenetic delivery & whirlwind stage presence. His work combines visceral metaphors with frank gutter honesty & dark gallows humour. He yells stories about loss, 50 ft monsters, fighting god & haunted people because it's cheaper than therapy & less physically taxing than porno. If he invites you to join a cult, it’s because he sees more than just a sacrifice in you.
Sam is published by Verve Poetry Press, where his words leap as much off the page as he does on the stage.
Rhys Ashton Tucker is a performer who works with multiple artforms including spoken word, videography and music. He is as likely to break out into a comedic monologue in-character as he is to burst into heartfelt song.
Rhys has wowed Tonic audiences over the years with his unique Scratch Showcase performances and has contributed to the South West Arts Scene as an eclectic performer and event producer.
VENUE
In Via Lactea – Ground Floor St Bartholomew’s House, Lewins Mead, Bristol BS1 2NH.
TICKETS
Tickets are £7 on the door.
We now accept card payments.
ACCESS & INCLUSION
Both Tonic and venue, In Via Lactea, are LGBTQIA+ friendly.
The venue has wheelchair access.
The venue does not sell alcohol but has a wide range of delicious food and drinks, including super vegan & veggie options.
You are welcome to bring along your own alcoholic drinks, but soft drinks will need to be bought at the venue - they've got a super selection!
TRAVEL
For public transport from Bristol Temple Meads station, take the 72 Bus and hop off at The Centre (C12).
For car parking, the nearest is NCP Car Park Rupert Street.
POST-SHOW HANGOUT
We love spending time together after each show. Whether it's your first time at a Tonic event or you're a member of our extended family, everyone is welcome to meet, chat, cheers and all that jazz following the main show runtime. We will head from the venue to The Christmas Steps pub.
Entry requirements:
July's edition of Tonic stars headliner Pascal Vine with support sets by T.S. Idiot, Sam J Grudgings and Rhys Ashton Tucker.
Come for the Scratch Showcase of brand new material, Half-Time Scratch, multiple support acts and headline set by the stunningly-penned Team Tonic Alumnus, Pascal Vine.
There is NO OPEN MIC for this show.
HEADLINER
Pascal Vine is a UK performance poet from the Somerset Levels who enjoys describing the world around him in the touchiest-feeliest ways possible.
He graduated from Bath Spa in Creative Writing and Religion in 2018. He has made himself useful behind the scenes at many slams and open mics since starting out five years ago, as well as headlined poetry nights across the South West. He’s worked with punks, interpretive dancers, noise artists, radio hosts and anyone else who will let them. He has been published by Bad Betty, Three Drops, and Verve in various anthologies. He is disabled, nonbinary and tired.
His debut pamphlet “Good Listeners” from Burning Eye is available from their website of his big cartel. https://pascalvinepoet.bigcartel.com.
SUPPORT ACTS
T.S. Idiot is a short-sighted, slam-losing writer and performer based in Bristol. They like to talk about every day moments, mental health, being bent and, occasionally, amphibian-shaped confectionary.
T.S. Idiot has featured work with BBC Arts, Apples & Snakes and Bristol Museum & Art Gallery.
Sam J Grudgings is a poet perpetually on the edge of collapse. Shortlisted for the Outspoken Poetry Prize in the performance category in 2020, he is renowned for his frenetic delivery & whirlwind stage presence. His work combines visceral metaphors with frank gutter honesty & dark gallows humour. He yells stories about loss, 50 ft monsters, fighting god & haunted people because it's cheaper than therapy & less physically taxing than porno. If he invites you to join a cult, it’s because he sees more than just a sacrifice in you.
Sam is published by Verve Poetry Press, where his words leap as much off the page as he does on the stage.
Rhys Ashton Tucker is a performer who works with multiple artforms including spoken word, videography and music. He is as likely to break out into a comedic monologue in-character as he is to burst into heartfelt song.
Rhys has wowed Tonic audiences over the years with his unique Scratch Showcase performances and has contributed to the South West Arts Scene as an eclectic performer and event producer.
VENUE
In Via Lactea – Ground Floor St Bartholomew’s House, Lewins Mead, Bristol BS1 2NH.
TICKETS
Tickets are £7 on the door.
We now accept card payments.
ACCESS & INCLUSION
Both Tonic and venue, In Via Lactea, are LGBTQIA+ friendly.
The venue has wheelchair access.
The venue does not sell alcohol but has a wide range of delicious food and drinks, including super vegan & veggie options.
You are welcome to bring along your own alcoholic drinks, but soft drinks will need to be bought at the venue - they've got a super selection!
TRAVEL
For public transport from Bristol Temple Meads station, take the 72 Bus and hop off at The Centre (C12).
For car parking, the nearest is NCP Car Park Rupert Street.
POST-SHOW HANGOUT
We love spending time together after each show. Whether it's your first time at a Tonic event or you're a member of our extended family, everyone is welcome to meet, chat, cheers and all that jazz following the main show runtime. We will head from the venue to The Christmas Steps pub.
Entry requirements:
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