What's On Thursday 20th January in Bristol

Events on Thursday 20th January

“Confronted by the terrible death toll of childbed fever in 19th century Vienna, maverick Doctor Semmelweis makes a discovery that could save hundreds of thousands of new mothers. But when the medical establishment questions his methods, rejects his theory and doubts his sanity, the controversial surgeon finds that being a pioneer is not enough.”
From: Dr Semmelweis

“Our focus is to bring you some of the best upcoming comedians from Bristol and around the UK. The line up include new acts and upcoming comedians in the circuit, as well as known headliners working on new material.”
From: Buffoon Comedy

“Oppo is Bristol's most legendary comedy night! Started by Mark Olver and then run by subsequent generations of Bristol comics, including Russell Howard, Jon Richardson, John Robins, Fin Taylor and Mat Ewins. Oppo is a new material comedy night that has played host to some of the biggest names in comedy in its long history. From Flight of the Conchords and Daniel Kitson to James Acaster, Rosie Jones and Josh Widdecombe in recent years. Every Thursday night at Barrelhouse. Hosts Morgan Rees, Louise Leigh, Jessie Nixon, Abi Clarke and Alex Kitson bring you new material from a handpicked selection of local acts and national headliners trying out their new jokes. For a measly £3. I mean come on?”
From: Oppo Comedy

“Even if it pays for the drinks of the night, even if the cash covers expenses and a couple months subscription to Netflix for Chappelle or Sarah Silverman depending on your poison, at-least acts don't go without.”
From: The People's Comedy: The Chelsea Inn

“Attitudes towards psychedelics are changing. Medical conferences worldwide are debating the use of psilocybin to treat mental health, smirk free. Odd Sea Tapes believe this renaissance shouldn't be left to the lab, it should start with the arts, where it all began.”
From: Lamont and The Naked Ra