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Determined to get a âGrown Up Careerâ after years spent as a musician, Kevin trained as a Religious Studies Teacher, despite being an affirmed sceptic and non-believer. Whilst wrangling with disinterested kids in various Secondary Schools in Sussex during the day, Kevin increasingly pursued the business of stand-up comedy at night⊠inevitably something had to give.
03.04.25 The Guildhall, Theatre, Grantham
Rachel Laven, an award-winning singer-songwriter, infuses her Folk and Americana music with warmth and authenticity. Her radiant stage presence, coupled with electric vocals and refined guitar skills, has captivated audiences across diverse venues. Her lyrics are steeped in optimism and reflection, including themes of life, love and resilience.
09.04.25 Kitchen Garden Cafe, Birmingham
Sam is a veteran of the mighty Bellowhead, former and inaugural artistic director of the National Youth Folk Ensemble, founder member of the acclaimed instrumental trio Leveret, and âBritainâs Premier Fiddlerâ (Songlines), at the forefront of the revival in English traditional music. After taking to the road for his first totally solo tour in 2023, Sam Sweeney is embarking on another tour⊠just him and a fiddle for an intimate evening of solo fiddle tunes and stories.
11.04.25 Spring Bank Arts Centre, High Peak
Marked by the influence of the likes of Gary Clark Jr. or John Mayer, Félix Rabin is deeply rooted in pop-rock tinted-blues, getting funky at times, in a long-standing tradition having its musical origins in the excesses of the musical icons of the sixties and seventies, but now with the airs of a âgood boyâ, an introvert loner, with an incandescent frenzy in his soul.
11.04.25 Mamma Lizs, Stamford
Following the smash hit success of his Silver Jubilee show (âthe best thing heâs done and thatâs saying something.â â â â â â Telegraph) Luke Wright returns with a new set of poems that get to grips with the idea of JOY. Is it possible, as a 42-year-old, to feel pure unbridled happiness, and what does it look like?
11.04.25 Stamford Theatre, Stamford
An original one-man performance featuring an audience with the infamous Demon Barber of Fleet Street himself, Sweeney Todd! The classic penny dreadful tale is performed with gusto and swagger by Jonathan Goodwin in a show directed by Gary Archer.
15.04.25 Swan Theatre, Worcester
Who is the God of dog poo bags? How did the microwave get its ping? What ancient crime was Marmite the punishment for⊠And why was it inflicted upon us? Two very silly history professors forge three new myths from the unhinged minds of their audience - and a boatload of cardboard props! Help shape the stories and become the hero yourself in this EPIC interactive experience!
27.04.25 MAC, Birmingham
Americana to some, folk to others, The Black Feathers have those qualities in expansive quantity. Sian Chandlerâs soaring, dramatic, melodious but powerful voice is a perfect counterpoint to Ray Hughesâ piquant vocals and his sparkling and occasionally spicy guitar motifs. This is a duo who love what they play and play what they love with panache, humour, delight and rather a lot of commentary on the downside of being a human.
06.05.25 The Roses Bar, Gloucestershire
A fast-paced, tragi-comic oneman show that follows the life of Rafe Blackthorne â an actor forever on the brink of success but forever pursued by the ghosts of his past. From youthful misadventures to thrilling encounters and moments of unexpected pathos, Rafeâs story unfolds wit, drama and dark hilarity.
07.06.25 MAC, BirminghamKrokeâs concerts are imbued with stunning improvisations, giving audiences an extraordinary live musical experience. Their genre defying art has connected with audiences globally for over 30 years. In 2025, Kroke performs a âbest ofâ concert of their most popular tracks, wrapped in their unique style that delivers an unforgettable musical treat.
07.05.25 Djanogly Theatre, Nottinghamshire
Faust is a new version of a very old story, an interactive twist on the classic tale of the infamous doctor and his deal with the devil. The world has changed since Dr. Faustus summoned the demon Mephistopheles, but one thing has remained the same: Nothing comes without a cost. Today we have conjured A.I., nuclear power, social media, next-day delivery⊠and we bargain daily. Each show is unique, guided by the audienceâs choices.
16.05.25 The Attenborough Arts Centre, Leicester
A man in a dressing gown shuffles into the space carrying a box. Out of the box pour the objects, people, wrongs, jokes, mistakes, laughter and regrets that make up a life. Over the next seventy minutes he is swept up by moments on the path that brought him here, to this great stage of fools.: the loss of three daughters, the loss of his knights, the loss of his fool, the loss of his wits⊠oh, and the storm. Donât forget the storm. When The Rain Came.
16.05.25 The Curve, Leicester
Follow the heartfelt and hilarious story of Ruby, a young northern girl who moved to the big city in pursuit of her acting dreams. Along with the bright lights and opportunities came a few bumps in the road. Culture shock, constantly moving houses, financial struggles, and battling an eating disorder led her down a dark path. Through healing therapy sessions, purposeful work, and true love - she emerged stronger than ever.
23.05.25 Swan Theatre, Worcester
What began in 1995 as a ground-breaking union of musicians and instruments, has continued as a unique musical offering through one live album, four studio albums and countless outstanding performances. A new recording is due for release in early 2025. After 30 years Flook show no sign of letting-up in their brilliance, their dynamism, or their inventive flair.
24.05.25 Stamford Arts Centre
In their Dublin local, two old friends meet regularly for good conversation, good craic and more than a few good pints. As the Guinness flows, these barstool philosophers put the world to rights by sharing their honest and often hilarious thoughts on lifeâs big topics â fatherhood, death and whether Nigella or Kylie would make the better MidfielderâŠ
02-24.05.25 Belgrade Theatre, Coventry
Full of humour and beauty, Hamzeh Al-Hussienâs extraordinary story takes you on a personal tour of the places he knows best: his village in the Syrian mountains, the Zaâatari camp in Jordan, Gateshead and inside his mind, a place full of music, dancing, fantasies and marbles. Hamzeh invites the audience to be his childhood friends, to hold up the moon to light his way into his dreams, brushing the dust from his clothes⊠and taking the stage.
11-12.06.25 The Belgrade Theatre, Coventry
DEAD BELGIAN have been re- imagining the SONGS of JACQUES BREL since 2007 2025 sees the release of a new [ but much delayed] studio album "Age of The Idiot", including re workings of nine Brel songs. The title track is a Dead Belgian translation from the French into English.
14.06.25 MAC, Birmingham
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Steve is responsible for supporting and developing artists who are both in the scheme or are interested in being part of it.
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