Bristol Nights Out
Bristol has always been an adventurous city in search of new horizons. Nowadays, the city’s spirit of boldness and creativity expresses itself in art, architecture and an enviable quality of life, through a vibrant culture and exciting entertainment programme. One of the UK’s best short-break destinations, Bristol is a happening city that hits a high note with everyone from clubbers to culture vultures. On a typical day in Bristol you can take in cool cafes and gorgeous Georgian terraces, waterfront arts centres and monuments to the city’s rich maritime heritage. Then round it all off with a night out that’s as loud or laid-back as you want – the city is justifiably proud of its buzzing music scene but it also boasts many acclaimed restaurants.
Bristol Nights Out – Theatre
The city’s principal theatre company, the Bristol Old Vic, was founded in 1946 as an offshoot of the Old Vic company in London. Its premises consist of the 1766 Theatre Royal, a modern studio theatre called the New Vic, and foyer and bar areas in the adjacent Coopers’ Hall. The Theatre Royal is a grade I listed building and the oldest continuously-operating theatre in England. The Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, which had originated in King street is now a separate company. The Bristol Hippodrome is a larger theatre which hosts national touring productions, while the 2000-seat Colston Hall, named after Edward Colston, is the city’s main concert venue. Other theatres include the Tobacco Factory, QEH and Redgrave Theatre.
Bristol Nights Out – Music
Bristol is home to many live music venues and a range of pubs from the jazz orientated The Old Duke to rock at the Fleece and Firkin and indie bands at the Louisiana. Since the late 1970s, the city has been home to a crop of bands combining punk, funk, dub and political consciousness, the most celebrated being The Pop Group. Ten years later, Bristol was the birthplace of a type of English hip-hop music called trip hop or the “Bristol Sound”, from artists such as Tricky, Portishead, Smith & Mighty and Massive Attack. It is also a stronghold of drum & bass with notable artists such as the Mercury Prize winning Roni Size/Reprazent as well as the pioneering DJ Krust and More Rockers.
Bristol Nights Out – Festivals
Bristol’s liveliest and largest Harbourside event features a wide range of entertainment both on and off the water, including music stages, a dance stage, street theatre and water displays, all taking place before a backdrop of hundreds of colourful vessels in the floating harbour throughout the weekend. One of the largest outdoor events in the country, attracting thousands of visitors each year for a four-day festival of fun and flying. The Fiesta’s carnival atmosphere continues non-stop; there are stalls to browse, catering and refreshments from all over the world and a packed programme of arena entertainment throughout the day.
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