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April 2024



MONDAY 01 APRIL 2024 - Easter Monday

Roots Night Monday 01 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Roots Night - 8.30pm - Winchester's Longest Running Open Mic Night


TUESDAY 02 APRIL 2024

Lunchtime Concerts Tuesday 02 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map
Address:  Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275
Event:  Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county.

Poetry Platform + Bassie Gracie Tuesday 02 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Poetry Platform + Bassie Gracie - 7pm - Winchester's Maddest Open Mic welcomes writers and audience of old and new to our celebration of words and all their joy. Visit Poetry Platform on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/155065747894935.


WEDNESDAY 03 APRIL 2024

WILL PAGE Wednesday 03 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Hyde Tavern     map
Address:  57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY
Telephone:  01962 862592
Event:  WILL PAGE - 7.30pm doors - Well known as the fiddle playing front man of Americana band, Noble Jacks, Will Page is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Sussex. Will has toured relentlessly, including with his band, with sold out shows across the UK and beyond includingnotable festival performances at Glastonbury, Isle of Wight Festival, Cambridge Folk Festival, Dranouter Festival (Belgium) and AmericanaFest Nashville (USA) to name more than a few.

Acoustic Dever Wednesday 03 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Wonston Arms     map
Address:  Stoke Charity Road, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3LS
Telephone:  07467 676760
Event:  Acoustic Dever - 7pm - The Acoustic Dever evening is on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. Listen and enjoy or join in and have a little play. Really friendly and lovely atmosphere.

Open Mic Night Wednesday 03 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Open Mic Night - 8.30pm - It’s the first Wednesday of the month and that can only mean one thing. OPEN MIC @ THE Foresters Arms 🥳🥳🥳 Plenty of different acts playing for your listening entertainment and of course - all performers, singers, musicians and entertainers are welcome to come and play!!


THURSDAY 04 APRIL 2024

Comedy - LAURA SMYTH: LIVING MY BEST LIFE Thursday 04 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  Comedy - LAURA SMYTH: LIVING MY BEST LIFE - 7.30pm - Star of Live At The Apollo, Laura Smyth’s brand-new show explores all aspects of modern life. She has fun mugging off all the madness of parenting, childhood, school, marriage, social media, work, and chasing her dreams. In her own inimitable style, she gets to the truth of the human experience, treading the line between bluntness and warmth throughout. Ultimately, she is asking how ‘living your best life’ is actually achieved – heads up: it don’t involve Instagram! Fresh from tour support for Jack Whitehall and Michelle de Swarte, this is her at her uncensored and ridiculous best.

AGS CONNOLLY Thursday 04 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Hyde Tavern     map
Address:  57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY
Telephone:  01962 862592
Event:  AGS CONNOLLY - 7.30pm doors - Ags Connolly is widely considered to be one of the best country artists ever to emerge from the UK. His popularity in the US has grown considerably since the release of Wrong Again, and he has also established himself in countries like the Netherlands and Sweden that value his traditional sound. Siempre – which also features cover art by eminent designer Stephen Averill – is the next step in his growth as an artist and as a figure in UK country music.

The Ocelots + Never the Twain + Ben Craig + Archduke Thursday 04 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  The Ocelots + Never the Twain + Ben Craig + Archduke - 8pm - The Ocelots claim inspiration in their music from Paul Simon, Midlake, Fionn Regan, The La’s, Kings of Convenience, Twain and The Shins.


FRIDAY 05 APRIL 2024

PULSE DUO Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Exchange     map
Address:  9 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9DZ
Event:  PULSE DUO - 8pm - Live music every Friday.

Andy Osman Live Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  O'Neill's     map
Address:  90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone:  01962 844001
Event:  Andy Osman Live - 9pm

THE DUNWELLS + Louis Brennan Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  THE DUNWELLS + Louis Brennan - 7.30pm - The Dunwells are a successful Leeds based Indie-folk / Americana band with strong vocals, powerful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Their debut album “Blind Sighted Faith” was released in 2012 following which they have released a further 6 albums/EP’s.

Jam Night Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Projects     map
Address:  6 Middle Brook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8BQ
Telephone:  01962 850794
Event:  Jam Night - 7.30pm - Improvised live music jamming session. Food, wine, beer and good times. Playing a wide variety of styles. Soak up the music, dance or join in the jam. Take your instruments or borrow theirs. 1st Friday of every month.

All Floyd: The Division Bell 2024 Tour Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  All Floyd: The Division Bell 2024 Tour - 7.30pm - 2024 marks the 30th anniversary of the release of one of Pink Floyd's groundbreaking albums, The Division Bell, which went on to sell more than an estimated 10 million copies worldwide. Almost as great as anything from the 70's, The Division Bell is still a gem forgotten and severely neglected by many Floyd fans. All Floyd have meticulously recreated the sounds and effects from the original album to convey the very essence of the original recordings and live shows.

Boo Hewerdine Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Boo Hewerdine - 8pm - For over 30 years Boo Hewerdine has been considered one of the UK’s finest singer-songwriters. As lead singer of seminal band, The Bible through to his subsequent solo work and long-time collaboration with the incredible Eddi Reader he has become something of a national treasure. He is in demand as a writer, producer and performer. Over a hundred of his songs have been covered by the likes of KD Lang, Kris Drever, Chris Difford, Heidi Talbot and Hannah Rarity. His last album ‘Before’ was recorded with supreme Danish multi- instrumentalist Gustaf Ljunggren. It garnered multiple five star reviews.

The ShowPonies + Mad Melodies Choir + Jake Ward Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  The ShowPonies + Mad Melodies Choir + Jake Ward - 7pm - The ShowPonies will be performing a gig in the Lights Arena (standing gig) on Friday 05 April 2024 from 7pm. Tickets are £10 from the box office (£12 on the door).

Bitter Blues Friday 05 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Bitter Blues - 10pm - Blues covers band A good-time blues band with a rock leaning playing mainly fast-paced boogie blues and blues/rock. With covers by artists such as Gary Moore, ZZ Top, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Free, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Jimi Hendrix, Rory Gallagher, Joe Bonamassa, The Black Crowes and more including a few odd-balls to keep your feet tapping!


SATURDAY 06 APRIL 2024

Bone Idol Saturday 06 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  O'Neill's     map
Address:  90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone:  01962 844001
Event:  Bone Idol - 9pm - https://www.facebook.com/boneidolbandUK/

AN EVENING WITH THE BAR-STEWARD SONS OF VAL DOONICAN Saturday 06 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  AN EVENING WITH THE BAR-STEWARD SONS OF VAL DOONICAN - 7.30pm - Put on yer finest knitted gladrags, style your barnet, put on your dancing shoes and bring your finest singing voices, as we cordially invite you to witness the Greatest Show On Earth (in tank-tops). Founded in 2006 in Barnsley Rock City in t'North, The Bar-Steward Sons of Val Doonican are on a mission! Far from being your average folk band, this cult-like collective of like-minded knit-wear enthusiasts are determined to follow in their spiritual father’s immortal footsteps and keep his legacy alive. They have a talent for Bar-Stewardizing other famous people’s songs with new satirical comedy lyrics, on folk instruments. To complete their squeaky-clean image, this band of brothers-from-other-mothers have become instantly recognisable for their immaculate hair and their stylish choice of knitwear.

THE NUTSHELL COMEDY CLUB Saturday 06 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Nutshell     map
Address:  15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone:  01962 808533
Event:  THE NUTSHELL COMEDY CLUB - 8pm - 11pm - Join host Paul Cox, grab a drink at the bar, pre-order some grub and join us for a night of big laughs at The Nutshell!

King’s Road Saturday 06 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  King’s Road - 8pm - Pay on entry. No advance tickets for this show! Local Mod ‘legends’ Kings Road return to the scene of the crime for the first time as headliners following 3 sell out support spots with: The Specialised, Blurtones and Who’s Next

Haydn: The Creation with dance Saturday 06 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  New Hall, Winchester College     map
Address:  34 College Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9NF
Event:  Haydn: The Creation with dance - 7pm - Scherzo Ensemble, Orpheus Sinfonia, Conducted by Matthew O’Keeffe. Dive into a unique classical experience with Scherzo Ensemble and Orpheus Sinfonia at Winchester College’s New Hall. Join us for an original production of The Creation by Haydn, where music seamlessly intertwines with dance, costume, and lighting, breathing new life into this timeless masterpiece. This multidisciplinary performance showcases talented emerging artists as the soloists, choir, dancers and chamber orchestra. Booking Assistance: If you encounter difficulties online, you can book via telephone at the Box Office: 0333 666 3366.

China Wolf Saturday 06 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Coach and Horses     map
Address:  Oxford Road, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3JH
Telephone:  01962 760279
Event:  China Wolf - 9pm - China Wolf's website: https://www.chinawolf.co.uk. China Wolf on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CWB2019 Rock and pop covers band with original material

Covergirlz Band - "DECADES" Saturday 06 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The New Enham Club     map
Address:  15 Newbury Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 6HG
Telephone:  01264 352098
Event:  Covergirlz Band - "DECADES" - 8pm - The Covergirlz Band are an established female fronted covers band that have been gigging mainly in Wiltshire, but now have plenty of gigs booked in Hampshire. Members FREE Guests £5 on the door


SUNDAY 07 APRIL 2024

Gracie Watts Sunday 07 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Angel Inn     map
Address:  95 High Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1ND
Telephone:  01264 357467
Event:  Gracie Watts - 2pm - Playing live from 2pm

Sunday Sessions: Rob Butler & Gracie Watts Sunday 07 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Sunday Sessions: Rob Butler & Gracie Watts - 5pm


MONDAY 08 APRIL 2024

Roots Night Monday 08 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Roots Night - 8.30pm - Winchester's Longest Running Open Mic Night


TUESDAY 09 APRIL 2024

Lunchtime Concerts Tuesday 09 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map
Address:  Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275
Event:  Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county.

Open Mic Comedy Tuesday 09 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Open Mic Comedy - 7.30pm - Back by popular demand FatPanda Comedy Club is bringing the very best of the open mic circuit to the brilliant Railway inn and yet again it is absolutely FREE!

Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Jon Walsh Tuesday 09 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  March Hare     map
Address:  63 Priors Dean Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 6JN
Telephone:  01962 622004
Event:  Acoustic Open Mic Night hosted by Jon Walsh - 8.30pm - Remember Open Mic'ers the Winchester Acoustic Open Mic Session at The March Hare this month is on TUESDAY 9th AND NOT WEDNESDAY .... for this month only. The next acoustic open mic session at The March Hare in Winchester. Players of all styles and ability are welcome as are those who just want to listen.


WEDNESDAY 10 APRIL 2024

Spiers and Boden Wednesday 10 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Spiers and Boden - 7.30pm - Described by The Guardian as 'the finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene', Spiers & Boden first rocketed onto the music scene in 2001, quickly winning a clutch of BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and going on to form and front the extraordinarily successful folk big band Bellowhead, which sold out The Royal Albert Hall several times, provides the theme tune for Radio 4's The Archers and were recently heard on the soundtrack of BBC 1's Beyond Paradise.

James Dixon Wednesday 10 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  James Dixon - 7.30pm - With a sound that is both raw and intimate, James Dixon engages his audiences across the country with heartfelt lyrics, soulful vocals and a guitar style described as “red in tooth and claw” (Americana-UK) Heavily inspired by Chris Whitley, John Martyn, Kelly Joe Phelps, Neil Young, Nic Jones, Chris Wood and Ralph McTell.


THURSDAY 11 APRIL 2024

Hurn Court Opera Mozart's Don Giovanni Thursday 11 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Hurn Court Opera Mozart's Don Giovanni - 7pm - Mozart's enduring masterpiece sets beauty and wit alongside menace and debauchery in this vivid re-telling of the eternal Don Juan tale. Through the arc of a single night, the opera tracks Don Giovanni as he seduces and manipulates without conscience, leaving rejected conquests and vengeful victims in his wake. Mozart's sublime music and glorious arias, in contrast, capture the humanity and strength of those he harms. Set in the seemingly glamorous world of the early 21st-century film industry, this production addresses issues that remain as relevant today as in Mozart's time. A cast of emerging young opera stars with the Hurn Court Opera orchestra bring the contrasting facets of this dark tale sharply to life as the libertine Don charts a fatal course to destruction.

James Dalton Thursday 11 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Hyde Tavern     map
Address:  57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY
Telephone:  01962 862592
Event:  James Dalton - Doors 7.30pm, start 8pm - "James Dalton is a performer. He is a storyteller and a poet, a musician and a giver. He's huffed it around, reaching audiences the hard way:one person at a time, on stages and subway platforms, in living rooms and radio studios. Stomping his feet, hootin and hollerin, banging on guitars, strumming autoharps and making mandolins weep. Sharing secrets and laughs, mixing breathtaking vocals with exciting harmonica playing. Calling the Asbury Park music scene his home, James has traveled quite a bit these past couple years with festival appearances in Iceland, the UK, the beaches of Italy, the mountains of Montana and ofcourse, the city of Asbury Park delivering his own brand of Americana and straight from the hip storytelling."

Open Mic Night Thursday 11 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Swan Inn     map
Address:  The Street, Barton Stacey, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3RL
Telephone:  01962 760470
Event:  Open Mic Night - 8pm-11pm - The monthly open mic night is always great fun and everyone is welcome to watch or have a go yourself.


FRIDAY 12 APRIL 2024

SOPHIE + RHYS Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Exchange     map
Address:  9 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9DZ
Event:  SOPHIE + RHYS - 8pm - Live music every Friday.

Hotheads Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  O'Neill's     map
Address:  90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone:  01962 844001
Event:  Hotheads - 9pm - Hotheads on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Hotheads/100063519513821/. Modern and classic rock covers band The Hotheads are a Southampton-based covers band, playing to pubs, clubs and private functions across Hampshire and Dorset. A good mix of oldies and modern classics from musicians that just enjoy gigging.

Comedy and music - Jon Courtenay: Bigger Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy and music - Jon Courtenay: Bigger - 7.30pm - The winner of ITV's Britain's Got Talent takes to the road with this brand-new show for 2024! Join Jon for his biggest show yet jam-packed with the very best in music, comedy and entertainment, following a hugely successful season at the Edinburgh Festival. As well as Jon's trademark brand of musical comedy with all new material, the show will also feature an updated version of his hilarious one-man musical which he played to acclaim for a limited run of at fringe 2022.

Swim Rabbit Swim + The Lunar Sea Lounge + Psychedelic Skies + MirroredFaces Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Swim Rabbit Swim + The Lunar Sea Lounge + Psychedelic Skies + MirroredFaces - 7.30pm - Swim Rabbit Swim are an alternative, prog pop band consisting of four friends. After meeting at university, the newly formed group are carving out their sonic identity by melding together an ethereal prog sound with intricate vocal harmonies and driving grooves.

Soulful Sessions – with George Croucher Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Cart and Horses     map
Address:  London Road, Kings Worthy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7QN
Telephone:  01962 882360
Event:  Soulful Sessions – with George Croucher - 7.30pm

Classical Guitarist Zoe Barnett Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Yard Hampshire     map
Address:  Chilton Manor Farm, Alresford, Hampshire, SO24 9TX
Telephone:  01256 224689
Event:  Classical Guitarist Zoe Barnett - 7pm doors - Born into a musical family, Zoe's journey with the guitar began at the age of 4, swiftly emerging as a rising star in the classical guitar world, captivating audiences with her profound artistry and approach. Embarking on a solo career, she has performed at renowned venues such as Wigmore Hall, Amaryllis Fleming Concert Hall, and Kings Place, establishing herself as a formidable force in the classical music scene.

Tony Scothern Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Globe Inn     map
Address:  23 High Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1LJ
Telephone:  01264 749002
Event:  Tony Scothern - 8.30pm - performing from 8:30 a wide range of covers.

Ed Sheeran Experience Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Ed Sheeran Experience - Featuring the ballads, the beats, the ginger hair, the loop pedal magic and now a live band! Ed Sheeran Experience is a live show consisting of all the hits.

Maddison A Friday 12 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Maddison A - 9.40pm


SATURDAY 13 APRIL 2024

The Bandwagon Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  O'Neill's     map
Address:  90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone:  01962 844001
Event:  The Bandwagon - 9.30pm - The Bandwagon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBandwagonUK. Covers band South coast covers band, playing hits from across 4 decades.

THE LUKE JACKSON TRIO Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  THE LUKE JACKSON TRIO - 7.30pm - Blessed with a distinctive, bluesy, soulful voice, UK based singer-songwriter Luke Jackson has developed an enviable reputation for himself in the Roots, Acoustic, Folk & Americana circuits by virtue of his acclaimed recordings and dynamic live performances, be they solo or trio.

Comedy - Rosie Holt: That's Politainment Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Rosie Holt: That's Politainment - 8pm - The worse the political career, the more lucrative the subsequent entertainment opportunities. Matt Hancock may have slaughtered millions but now he's making a killing. So can Rosie Holt's viral hit MP follow "politainers" Dorries, Farage and Rees-Mogg and leap from the pages of Hansard to Heat? Following a hugely successful Edinburgh Fringe season, Rosie takes this brand-new show on the road, to tightrope the thin line between politics and entertainment.

Jazz Night with CINNAMON JAZZ Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  St James Tavern     map
Address:  3 Romsey Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5BE
Telephone:  01962 861288
Event:  Jazz Night with CINNAMON JAZZ - 7.30pm - The Tavern's monthly jazz night, hosted by Cinnamon Jazz.

Zappa! Treacherous Cretins ft. Robert ‘Bobby’ Martin Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Zappa! Treacherous Cretins ft. Robert ‘Bobby’ Martin - 7.30pm - Following a successful February tour in 2022, the Treacherous Cretins are delighted to be touring again with ex-Zappa vocalist, keyboardist and saxophonist Robert “Bobby” Martin!

An evening with Martin Simpson Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  St Mary's Church     map
Address:  Church Lane, Twyford, Hampshire, SO21 1NS
Event:  An evening with Martin Simpson - 7pm - *Rescheduled date - this show is now happening on Sat 13th April - original tickets remain valid* A remarkable intimate solo performance from folk guitarist Martin Simpson in the stunning surrounds of St Mary's Church, Twyford.

Key of JAY Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Coach and Horses     map
Address:  Oxford Road, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3JH
Telephone:  01962 760279
Event:  Key of JAY - 8.30pm - Key of JAY are a four-piece covers band playing well-known and popular music from the rock, pop and funk genres.

James "Stretch" Williams Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Angel Inn     map
Address:  95 High Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1ND
Telephone:  01264 357467
Event:  James "Stretch" Williams

Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn (WIP) Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn (WIP) - 8pm - Join the German Comedy Ambassador for Teutonic jolliness at its best. Expect some old favourites and plenty of new ideas for his upcoming tour Acid Wehn. Some might call it work-in-progress but Henning prefers to describe it as masterpiece-under-construction.

Andover Chamber Choir: Faure Requiem & Patchwork Mass Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  St Mary's Church     map
Address:  1 Church Close, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1DP
Event:  Andover Chamber Choir: Faure Requiem & Patchwork Mass - 7.30pm - The Andover Chamber Choir will return to St. Mary’s Church, Andover on 13 April at 7.30 pm for it's first concert of 2024. Musical Director Andrew Wyndham said “ We will be singing Faure’s beautiful and ever popular Requiem. Completed in 1890, Faure’s setting has been a favourite with choirs and audiences ever since.” The first half of the concert is a ‘Patchwork Mass’ which will be made up of contrasting settings from different composers including Byrd, Palestrina, and Bruckner. Proceeds from this event will be going to the Andover charity, ‘Finding Freedom from Abuse’ a charity committed to supporting women, men, children and young people who have been affected by domestic and sexual violence and abuse. Interval refreshments included. Tickets are available from The Lights (online and in person), Newbury Building Society and choir members. Under 16 free.

Gastric Band Saturday 13 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Gastric Band - Gastric Band on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Inyerfacerock. Rock band Gastric Band play all-out classic rock that will make your nasal hair stand on end.


SUNDAY 14 APRIL 2024

Once Awake Sunday 14 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Once Awake - 7.30pm - Forging metal with influences from the early 2000s new wave of American metal as well as the Scandi melodic death metal scene, the Norwegians have made a mark for themselves in the underground scene.

Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn (WIP) Sunday 14 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Henning Wehn: Acid Wehn (WIP) - 4pm - Join the German Comedy Ambassador for Teutonic jolliness at its best. Expect some old favourites and plenty of new ideas for his upcoming tour Acid Wehn. Some might call it work-in-progress but Henning prefers to describe it as masterpiece-under-construction.

Sunday Sessions: Pete Cooper & Dan Sunday 14 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Sunday Sessions: Pete Cooper & Dan - 5pm


MONDAY 15 APRIL 2024

Roots Night Monday 15 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Roots Night - 8.30pm - Winchester's Longest Running Open Mic Night

Jazz Jam Session Monday 15 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Worthies Club     map
Address:  Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7NJ
Telephone:  01962 880457
Event:  Jazz Jam Session - 8pm - Frequent jazz jam session Playing mainly real book tunes, swing and latin. play or just listen. The Jazz Jam Session is a group of musicians who meet on the third Monday of each month for a jam session at the Worthies Club in Kings Worthy. Set-up is from 7.30pm, playing from 8pm. Please note: because the venue is a members club, those who have not joined will need to sign in as guests and pay £1 for the evening. Those planning to jam regularly may find it worthwhile to join as members. See https://www.thewssc.co.uk/membership for details. Visit https://www.facebook.com/jamminthejazz on Facebook.

Andover Blues Jam Monday 15 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Station Inn     map
Address:  63 Bridge Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1BY
Telephone:  01264 336585
Event:  Andover Blues Jam - 7.30pm - Andover’s monthly blues jam happens on the 3rd Monday of each month. A really friendly atmosphere where all abilities are welcome, most important is to have fun. Backline provided. For regular updates or more information visit the 'JamminTheBlues' page on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064709797424


TUESDAY 16 APRIL 2024

Lunchtime Concerts Tuesday 16 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map
Address:  Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275
Event:  Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county.

Read It and Weep Tuesday 16 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Read It and Weep - 7pm - Join us on the third Tuesday of every month as we sink our teeth into a juicy book (and probably enjoy a glass of wine or three!)

Acoustic Open Mic Session hosted by Jon Walsh Tuesday 16 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Malt House     map
Address:  71 Weyhill Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3AN
Telephone:  01264 355511
Event:  Acoustic Open Mic Session hosted by Jon Walsh - 8.30pm - The next Acoustic Open Mic Session at The Malt House in Andover, hosted by Jon Walsh. Players of all styles and ability are welcome as are those who just want to listen.


WEDNESDAY 17 APRIL 2024

Comedy - Fin Taylor: Ask Your Mother Wednesday 17 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Fin Taylor: Ask Your Mother - 7.30pm - Fresh from the viral success of his hit web series Fin vs The Internet, that comedian your mother doesn't like you seeing shares a new hour of brutally funny stand-up for 2024. When he's not in a roll neck making influencers squirm, he's appeared on BBC's Live at the Apollo, Have I got News for You and The Mash Report, and Comedy Central's Roast Battle.

Acoustic Dever Wednesday 17 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Wonston Arms     map
Address:  Stoke Charity Road, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3LS
Telephone:  07467 676760
Event:  Acoustic Dever - 7pm - The Acoustic Dever evening is on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. Listen and enjoy or join in and have a little play. Really friendly and lovely atmosphere.


THURSDAY 18 APRIL 2024

CARA DILLON Thursday 18 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  CARA DILLON - 7.30pm - Cara Dillon, an extraordinary, multiple award-winning Irish folk singer and acclaimed musician and producer Sam Lakeman, will captivate listeners once again with their exquisite and enthralling live performance.

THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB - TOM BARFORD QUARTET Thursday 18 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Nutshell     map
Address:  15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone:  01962 808533
Event:  THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB - TOM BARFORD QUARTET - 8pm - Tom joined the Undergraduate Jazz Programme at the Royal Academy of Music in 2013 earning a First Class Hons degree in 2017. During his time at the Academy, Tom slowly became recognised as one of the most exciting players on the international jazz scene. Tom released his Kenny Wheeler Prize winning album BLOOMER on Edition Records back in 2018. Tom also enjoys co-leading AuB- who released their debut album in May 2020, also on Edition Records, with another album in the works featuring Jasper Høiby and Marc Michel. ​ A few of Tom's musical sideman highlights include performances at Ronnie Scott’s (Billy Cobham Big Band, The London Super Sax Project), The Royal Albert Hall (BBC Proms, Guy Barker Big Band) and multiple international tours with artists such as Bill McHenry, Gerald Cleaver, and Joel Harrison.

Sorrel Nation & Megan Linford Thursday 18 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Hyde Tavern     map
Address:  57 Hyde Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7DY
Telephone:  01962 862592
Event:  Sorrel Nation & Megan Linford - Doors 7.30pm, starts 8pm - Kent born songstress Sorrel Nation brings you a soulful mix of folk rock, with powerful vocals and haunting melodies. She engages audiences with emotive lyrics, 70’s inspired style and is known for impressive covers of Gillian Welch, Fleetwood Mac & Portishead. Sorrel has performed at well-known music venues across London and the South East, supporting folk legends such as Dave Swarbrick, Martin Carthy, Madison Violet, Gemma Hayes and rock legend Tom Hingley. She has recently performed at Glastonbury Festival, Black Deer Festival and tours the festival circuit over summer with The Magic Teapot music venue. Sorrel is set to release new music in 2024, a live EP in July 2024 and a studio album in October 2024 with plans for a solo tour in April and a trio/band tour in October with many festival appearances too. and yes… Sorrel Nation is her real name.

The Parlours + Jot Sloppy + Desire Path + ArKadia Thursday 18 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  The Parlours + Jot Sloppy + Desire Path + ArKadia - 7.30pm - The Parlours are a four piece band from the south coast, who met at school and haven’t gotten round to splitting up just yet. Taking influence from bands such as Sports Team, The Smiths, and Fontaines D.C., they combine the intricate guitar riffs of modern alt-rock with driving vocal melodies that swing from post-punk grit to classic indie rock ballads. With tracks discussing friendship, getting old, fear of responsibility, and 2008/09 Wayne Rooney, their distinct sound that they can’t quite explain themselves makes them impossible to pin down.


FRIDAY 19 APRIL 2024

KATY CAREW Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Exchange     map
Address:  9 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9DZ
Event:  KATY CAREW - 8pm - Live music every Friday.

BARNSTORMERS COMEDY - APRIL 2024 Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  BARNSTORMERS COMEDY - APRIL 2024 - 8pm - Our regular comedy night at The Arc, Barnstormers Comedy presents a line-up of three top acts from the London comedy circuit and beyond: many of them Comedy Store regulars.

A Beautiful Noise Show: The definitive tribute to Neil Diamond Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  A Beautiful Noise Show: The definitive tribute to Neil Diamond - 7..30pm - From London's West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond. From the hits he penned during his time in the Brill Building to the Jazz Singer and countless live concerts, Neil Diamond is a musical icon, selling over 130 million albums throughout his exceptional career. This is the only show starring the extraordinary Fisher Stevens, undeniably one of the best Neil Diamond impersonators you will ever see! Together with the fantastic cast of professional musicians and singers who performed at the Lyric theatre in London's Shaftesbury Avenue.

303 Social Club with Scott Hutchinson + Ian Vale + Malcolm Smith + Darrell Gowers Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  303 Social Club with Scott Hutchinson + Ian Vale + Malcolm Smith + Darrell Gowers - 8pm - 303 are back hosting another underground electronic / acid house night at Winchesters only music venue - with yet another cracking line-up this and perfect vibes - tickets are now go!!

Stax of Soul Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Coach and Horses     map
Address:  Oxford Road, Sutton Scotney, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 3JH
Telephone:  01962 760279
Event:  Stax of Soul - 8.30pm - Stax of Soul are back for another evening of pure dance!

Jack Harris Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Clatford Arms     map
Address:  Longstock Road, Goodworth Clatford, Hampshire, SP11 7RN
Telephone:  01264 363298
Event:  Jack Harris

Whitchurch Folk Club: Bryony Griffith and Alice Jones Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Whitchurch Parish Hall     map
Address:  28 London Road, Whitchurch, Hampshire, RG28 7LQ
Event:  Whitchurch Folk Club: Bryony Griffith and Alice Jones - 8pm - Bryony Griffith is an English fiddle player and singer from Huddersfield in West Yorkshire with a rich repertoire of English dance tunes and songs. Her career in folk music started in the acclaimed ceilidh band Bedlam in her teens and took her all over the UK festival scene. She later became musician for Dog Rose Morris, appearing on Jools Holland, and still plays for one of the country’s premier rapper teams, The Newcastle Kingsmen. She sang in the much-missed a cappella group The Witches of Elswick and was a founder member of the BBC Folk Award-winning Demon Barbers. Since 2017 Bryony has been Senior Lecturer in vocals and fiddle on the Folk Music degree at Leeds Conservatoire. Alice Jones is a singer, multi-instrumentalist and dancer from Ripponden in West Yorkshire. Her background is deeply rooted in the English folk tradition and the music that she makes instantly reflects this strong influence. Alice sings mostly traditional songs accompanying herself on the piano or harmonium and sometimes only with foot percussion. The sensitive and intuitive arrangements of each song allow the stories to take centre stage and, inspired by her beginnings as a percussive dancer, they are loaded with a rhythm and energy that portrays her dancer’s heartbeat. Her distinctive voice and innovative style lends a fresh, modern perspective to traditional material and brings new life to old songs.

TSX live band Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Angel Inn     map
Address:  95 High Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1ND
Telephone:  01264 357467
Event:  TSX live band

Covergirlz Band Friday 19 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Covergirlz Band - 9.30pm - The Covergirlz Band are an established female fronted covers band that have been gigging mainly in Wiltshire, but now have plenty of gigs booked in Hampshire.


SATURDAY 20 APRIL 2024

Snake Heart Saturday 20 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  O'Neill's     map
Address:  90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone:  01962 844001
Event:  Snake Heart - 10pm - Rock out with some great classic rock covers. Snake Heart on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Snakeheart.RockBand.

Acoustic Blues Night with JON WALSH Saturday 20 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  St James Tavern     map
Address:  3 Romsey Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5BE
Telephone:  01962 861288
Event:  Acoustic Blues Night with JON WALSH - 7.30pm - Enjoy your Saturday evening with live blues from Jon Walsh.

CODA (Led Zeppelin Tribute) Saturday 20 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  CODA (Led Zeppelin Tribute) - 8pm - CODA – a Tribute to Led Zeppelin are Europe’s most authentic and exciting Led Zeppelin tribute band, replicating the power and magic of a Led Zeppelin show like no other. They are the only proper four-piece Led Zeppelin tribute band in Europe that looks and sounds as close to Led Zeppelin as possible, featuring authentic-looking and sounding instruments as well as incredible, hand-made replica costumes that will take you back to the time when Led Zeppelin ruled the world!

Solarbird Saturday 20 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Angel Inn     map
Address:  95 High Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1ND
Telephone:  01264 357467
Event:  Solarbird - 9pm - Solarbird's website: https://www.solarbirdband.co.uk/. Solarbird on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/solarbirdsalisbury. Rock covers band Solarbird are a rock covers band, hailing from the ancestral city of Salisbury, combining powerful vocals with a very varied setlist and have music that will appeal to many age groups, with rock music from the 70s and 80s right up to the present day - guaranteed to keep you rocking all night long!

Runaway Train Saturday 20 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Crook and Shears     map
Address:  Upper Clatford, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 7QL
Telephone:  01264 748479
Event:  Runaway Train - 8.30pm - Saturday 20th April- St George’s day celebrations from 6.30pm. Live music from the one and only ‘Runaway Train!’ and buffet. Tickets £15 each. Runaway Train's website: https://www.runaway-train.co.uk/. Runaway Train on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100058271865681. Rock and pop covers band Runaway Train are a covers band playing music from Stereophonics, Train, U2, James, Killers, Zutons, James Bay, etc. Comprising of drums, bass guitar, lead and rhythm guitars, keyboards and strong vocalists, they are able to play covers from The Kinks to The Killers.

The Simon & Garfunkel Story Saturday 20 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  The Simon & Garfunkel Story - 7.30pm - Following SOLD-OUT performances in London’s West End, a Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation.

Country & Western: Darren Jones Saturday 20 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The New Enham Club     map
Address:  15 Newbury Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 6HG
Telephone:  01264 352098
Event:  Country & Western: Darren Jones - 8-11pm - Western dress optional. Members free. Guests £7. 8-11pm.


SUNDAY 21 APRIL 2024

Comedy - Ashley Blaker: Normal Schmormal Sunday 21 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Comedy - Ashley Blaker: Normal Schmormal - 7.30pm - The star of BBC Radio 4's hit comedy 6.5 Children takes to the road in a new stand-up show, based on the best-selling book of the same name, about the joys of raising children with special needs. Between endless meetings, countless therapists, public humiliations, failed playdates, surreal monologues and occasional violence, it's certainly not what anyone would call a 'normal' household – but would Ashley want it any other way? Ashley Blaker is an acclaimed stand-up comedian, writer and producer. He has played sell out residencies in London, on Broadway, and at the Edinburgh Festival, as well as touring in the UK and worldwide including the USA, Canada, and Australia.

Charity Blues Jam Sunday 21 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  St James Tavern     map
Address:  3 Romsey Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5BE
Telephone:  01962 861288
Event:  Charity Blues Jam - 4-7pm - SJT Charity Blues Jam at St James Tavern, 3 Romsey Road, Winchester SO22 5BE, in aid of Friends of the Family Winchester charity will be THIS SUNDAY 21st APRIL from 4-7pm. Bring your family and friends and your musical instrument of choice. Full back line, PA, and drum kit provided. £5.00 donation going towards the nominated charity to play. Great pub, beer, food, and atmosphere. So come and join in the fun and make some noise. Drummers are always needed, so please bring your sticks. Hope to see you blues cats there.

Sunday Sessions: Mark Witt & Jamie T Sunday 21 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Sunday Sessions: Mark Witt & Jamie T - 5pm


MONDAY 22 APRIL 2024

Roots Night Monday 22 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Roots Night - 8.30pm - Winchester's Longest Running Open Mic Night


TUESDAY 23 APRIL 2024

Lunchtime Concerts Tuesday 23 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map
Address:  Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275
Event:  Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county.

Are You Worthy? Tuesday 23 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Are You Worthy? - 7pm - Glory has saved up for years to fulfil her dreams of singing at Classtonworthy, the world's most prestigious music festival. The only thing standing in her way is a gigantic singing pyramid. How low will she go to get to the top? Are You Worthy? is a new, hilarious musical from the mind of Grant Sharkey based on his experiences on both sides of the fence at festivals all over the country. It's also a love letter to the magic of music and why we must defend it from those who wish to plunder it's powers. Big songs, big laughs and big heart.


WEDNESDAY 24 APRIL 2024

Julian Clary: A Fistful of Clary Wednesday 24 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  Julian Clary: A Fistful of Clary - 7.30pm - You've heard of The Man With No Name? Well, here's The Man With No Shame. Julian Clary, renowned homosexual and national trinket, is fixing to saddle up and head on out for his 2024 UK tour.

Winchester Uke Jam Wednesday 24 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Rugby Club     map
Address:  North Walls Park, Hillier Way, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7SU
Telephone:  01962 867021
Event:  Winchester Uke Jam - 8pm - The Winchester Uke Jam meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at The Winchester Rugby Club and all are welcome, regardless of ability. You don't have to be a uke player to join in. They welcome any stringed instrument or if you fancy playing a bit of percussion, having a sing or just want to listen then go along. Check their website for details: http://www.moonroller.com/winchesterukejam.htm.

Nick Helm's Super Fun Good Time Show Wednesday 24 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Nick Helm's Super Fun Good Time Show - 8pm - Nick Helm – the man with the golden larynx and greatest living all-round entertainer – is BACK! After years and years of therapy, pills, personal growth and being a living legend the nation’s favourite Uncle and International Treasure-in-Waiting returns to the road to mesmerise a new generation of thrill seekers in his all new, brand new, box fresh show. Come and see your Golden Emperor shake his ass and give you the only thing you’ve ever wanted… the best damn night of your fragile lives.


THURSDAY 25 APRIL 2024

London Concertante: Music From The Movies Thursday 25 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map
Address:  Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275
Event:  London Concertante: Music From The Movies - 7.30pm (doors 6.45pm) - Get ready to be whisked away on a journey of iconic scores and soundtracks from some of the greatest movies of all time as acclaimed live orchestra London Concertante bring their spectacular ‘Music from the Movies by Candlelight’ Candlelight Concerts series to awe-inspiring cathedrals across the UK & Ireland..

Comedy - MARTIN ROWSON: GIVING THE GIFT OF OFFENCE Thursday 25 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  Comedy - MARTIN ROWSON: GIVING THE GIFT OF OFFENCE - 7.30pm - Martin Rowson is a multi-award-winning political cartoonist, author, ranter, illustrator, broadcaster and poet who's been assailing the world of politics and the news with his foul images for 40 years

WINCHESTER'S QUEER CEILIDH DANCE Thursday 25 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Nutshell     map
Address:  15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone:  01962 808533
Event:  WINCHESTER'S QUEER CEILIDH DANCE - 7pm - Ceilidh dancing is a genre that emphasises the sociability of dances. It is often -- almost always -- called gender-free, it's inter-generational and family-friendly, and everyone is encouraged to partner with whoever they like. In this context, queerness isn't about who you partner with in a romantic way, but about rethinking how we relate to one another as a community, pushing back against social pressure to separate into cliques based on age, ethnicity, class, gender, school... WinQeilidh welcomes everyone, encourages consent culture, and teaches dancing without making assumptions about dancers.

Funke and the Two Tone Baby + Interesting Wallpaper Thursday 25 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Funke and the Two Tone Baby + Interesting Wallpaper - 8pm - FUNKE AND THE TWO TONE BABY IS BACK OUT ON THE ROAD FOR PART TWO OF HIS REACCLIMATE TOUR

Jazz at St. Paul's Thursday 25 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  St Paul's Church     map
Address:  St Paul's Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AB
Event:  Jazz at St. Paul's - 8pm (bar from 7.30pm) - Andy Panayi (sax) with Robert Carter (piano) in a programme of works by Charlie Parker, John Coltrane and Wayne Shorter. Tickets £15 (cash only) on the door.

Andover Music Club present Ben de Souza and AGM Thursday 25 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Andover Music Club present Ben de Souza and AGM - 7.30pm - Ben de Souza presents a programme of music for solo classical accordion. Repertoire to include Baroque transcriptions, and original repertoire for the accordion from Russia and Scandinavia. The evening will also feature the Annual General Meeting.


FRIDAY 26 APRIL 2024

No Way Out Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  O'Neill's     map
Address:  90-91 High Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9AP
Telephone:  01962 844001
Event:  No Way Out - 10pm - No Way Out's website: http://www.no-wayout.co.uk. No Way Out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoWayOutRocks. Classic and modern rock covers band No Way Out always have the place on its feet with an awesome mix of the most iconic party rock tracks. They're a popular and busy bunch playing the best classic and current iconic guitar-fuelled numbers by Kings of Leon, Coldplay, Kaiser Chiefs, Nirvana, Muse, Stereophonics, Pink Floyd, Queen, The Killers, REM, The Police and Bruce Springsteen. And there's something new every time you see them.

ROCKAFELLAS Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Exchange     map
Address:  9 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9DZ
Event:  ROCKAFELLAS - 8pm - Live music every Friday.

Comedy - NICK HELM'S SUPER FUN GOOD TIME SHOW Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  Comedy - NICK HELM'S SUPER FUN GOOD TIME SHOW - 8pm - Nick Helm – the man with the golden larynx and greatest living all-round entertainer – is BACK! After years and years of therapy, pills, personal growth and being a living legend the nation’s favourite Uncle and International Treasure-in-Waiting returns to the road to mesmerise a new generation of thrill seekers in his all new, brand new, box fresh show. Come and see your Golden Emperor shake his ass and give you the only thing you’ve ever wanted… the best damn night of your fragile lives.

VINYL + New Tide Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Nutshell     map
Address:  15 Kings Walk, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8AF
Telephone:  01962 808533
Event:  VINYL + New Tide - 7.30pm - A fundraiser gig in support of #TheNutshellAppeal on Crowdfunder. Based in Winchester, Vinyl are a four piece indie/rock band from Peter Symonds College. The band was originally formed by Jake Jones (Guitar / Vocals) and George Henderson (Bass) when they were 11 however it wasn’t until early 2023 that they solidified their line up with Iris Roffey (Vocals / Piano) and Stanley Halliday (Drums). Having signed with LMSUK they are as committed as ever to making a career out of their music. Having spent time gigging around southern England they recently went into the studio with producer Barnaby Thwaites to record a few original songs. They released their debut single, ‘The ones I choose’ in June of 2023, it has already amassed over 2000 streams. Now back from their tour of the Scilly Isles they look towards releasing their next song 'Blame'.

Heavy Lungs + Big Trousers + Speaking of Witches Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Heavy Lungs + Big Trousers + Speaking of Witches - 7.30pm - Touring extensively across the UK and Europe, with three EPs to their name released so far, Heavy Lungs are only just getting started with their plans for world domination.

Soulful Sessions – with Dan & Jade Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Cart and Horses     map
Address:  London Road, Kings Worthy, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 7QN
Telephone:  01962 882360
Event:  Soulful Sessions – with Dan & Jade - 7.30pm

Stephen Bailey: Crass Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Lights     map
Address:  West Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1AH
Telephone:  Box office: 01264 368368
Event:  Stephen Bailey: Crass - 8pm - Star of BBC’s Live at the Apollo & Would I Lie To You?, comedian and TV’s Stephen Bailey makes a very welcome return to the stage with his brand new live show, CRASS. From a working-class background in Manchester, six years working at Sainsbury’s, many a carvery and putting his hometown Denton on the map, a lot has changed for Stephen who is five years deep into a relationship, bought a home, become an uncle and climbed his way to the middle of the showbiz ladder – proving why he’s much more than a crass act.

KGB Live Friday 26 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  KGB Live - Glenn & Rick on guitars, Bruce on bass and John on drums.


SATURDAY 27 APRIL 2024

Organ Festival 2024 Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map
Address:  Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275
Event:  Organ Festival 2024 - 6.30pm - Concerts throughout 2024 on the newly-restored organ.

NICK TATHAM Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Exchange     map
Address:  9 Southgate Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9DZ
Event:  NICK TATHAM - 7pm

Comedy - RIA LINA: RIAWAKENING Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Arc     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  01962 398046
Event:  Comedy - RIA LINA: RIAWAKENING - 7.30pm - In the aftermath of a global pandemic, comedian and scientist, Ria Lina has had a Riawakening and sees the world differently. In this, her highly anticipated debut tour, Ria tackles the issues of coming out of a global pandemic, the new normal, divorce, dating in a new digital world, motherhood and what it really means to be a woman today.

The Mike Parker Experience Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  The Mike Parker Experience - 8pm - Meet The Mike Parker Experience, a legendary quintet that emerged from the heart of Winchester as a musical gift for their mate Mike Parker's 40th birthday. Little did they know that this celebration

Winchester Philharmonic Choir - Come & Sing Mendelssohn Elijah Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  St Michael's Church     map
Address:  St Michael's Passage, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9PF
Event:  Winchester Philharmonic Choir - Come & Sing Mendelssohn Elijah - 10.30am - Winchester Philharmonic Choir's website: https://winchesterphilharmonicchoir.org.uk. Winchester Philharmonic Choir on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063590582173. Choir and associated orchestra Winchester Philharmonic Choir (the new name for Winchester Music Club) is one of Hampshire's longest-established choral groups with over 100 members and an associated orchestra. An independent charity run by its members, the choir benefits greatly from a close association with Winchester College, whose Master of Music, David Thomas, is their musical director. The choir enjoys first class facilities for rehearsal and the support of other music staff to facilitate sectional practise sessions for the various voice groups. Established singers who join the club will find an environment which allows them to participate at a high level in choral music - with at least one performance every year in Winchester Cathedral.

Somborne Sessions: Brooks Williams & Aaron Catlow Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Kings Somborne Village Hall     map
Address:  Kings Somborne, Hampshire, SO20 6PP
Event:  Somborne Sessions: Brooks Williams & Aaron Catlow - 7.30pm - Brooks Williams & Aaron Catlow create joyous and virtuosic music that not only tugs at the heart-strings but also gets you up on your feet. "How such a complete and sensational sound can come from just two voices and two instruments is awe-inspiring. They represent live music at its best" - Americana UK. Somborne Sessions are a non-profit group based in Kings Somborne, Hampshire and run entirely by unpaid volunteers. Their aim is to bring top quality live music to their rural community and to raise money for the development and upkeep of the village hall (registered charity number 1180268).

Black Dog Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Halfway Inn     map
Address:  114 Winchester Road, Chandlers Ford, Hampshire, SO53 2GJ
Telephone:  023 8027 5596
Event:  Black Dog - 9pm - Black Dog's website: https://www.blackdog-band.co.uk/. Classic rock covers band Rock covers band formed in 2005 that play a mix of rock covers from Free, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, Oasis, Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, U2, AC/DC, GNR, Sabbath and many more.

Southern Ruin Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Angel Inn     map
Address:  95 High Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1ND
Telephone:  01264 357467
Event:  Southern Ruin - 9pm

The Soulcatchers Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Station Inn     map
Address:  63 Bridge Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 1BY
Telephone:  01264 336585
Event:  The Soulcatchers - 9pm - The Soulcatchers's website: http://www.thesoulcatchers.co.uk. The Soulcatchers on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSoulcatchers. Soul, Motown and funk covers band The Soulcatchers are a dedicated soul band with decades of musical experience between them, they play a wide variety of soul songs, putting their own mark on some classic numbers.

Rorke's Drift Saturday 27 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Rorke's Drift - Rock covers band Rorke's Drift are a high-energy rock covers band based in and around Swindon who pride themselves on ensuring their audience has fun, as well as delivering some huge rock tunes from the present day and going right back to the 70's.


SUNDAY 28 APRIL 2024

New Sussex Opera The Dragon of Wantley Sunday 28 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  New Sussex Opera The Dragon of Wantley - 4pm - The Dragon of Wantley - Lampe's 1737 smash hit: a Yorkshire legend, a send up of Italian opera seria, with earthy satire, razor wit and delightful music in the style of Handel. A dragon is terrorising the Yorkshire countryside, devouring anything it meets. The only person who can save the locals is a drunken squire - if he can put down his pint. He agrees, but just as daunting as his monstrous opponent is the love triangle that ensues. Will the dragon prevail? And who will get their man? The Dragon of Wantley, the 1737 smash hit of the London season, parodies Handel's serious operas - as well as poking fun at the government of the day. The combination of Lampe's first-rate music (of which Handel himself approved) and wonderfully witty libretto by Henry Carey makes this opera a comic gem. Don't miss the rare chance to see this masterpiece of English comic opera performed with a traditional period orchestra as New Sussex Opera sets the opera in a South Yorkshire of the 1980's (against the background of the miner's strike). The recent recording of The Dragon of Wantley from the Brook Street Band and conductor John Andrews won BBC Music Magazine 2023 Award in Opera.

Fred Lane + Velour + Abigail Bignell Sunday 28 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Fred Lane + Velour + Abigail Bignell - 7.30pm - Newly established promotions company Mosaix are hitting Platform 1 for their debut show with a killer lineup! Headliner Fred Lane are celebrating the success of their debut single, My Da Vinci, with special guests: synth-pop duo Velour and singer-songwriter Abigail Bignell! Don't miss out!

Sunday Sessions: Helen Spooner & James Stretch Sunday 28 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Foresters Arms     map
Address:  2 London Street, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 2PA
Telephone:  01264 323580
Event:  Sunday Sessions: Helen Spooner & James Stretch - 5pm


MONDAY 29 APRIL 2024

Roots Night Monday 29 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  The Railway     map
Address:  3 St Pauls Hill, Winchester, Hampshire, SO22 5AE
Telephone:  01962 867795
Event:  Roots Night - 8.30pm - Winchester's Longest Running Open Mic Night


TUESDAY 30 APRIL 2024

Lunchtime Concerts Tuesday 30 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Winchester Cathedral     map
Address:  Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LS
Telephone:  01962 857275
Event:  Lunchtime Concerts - 1.15pm - Brighten up your lunchtime with musical performances from local musicians, and pupils of schools and colleges from around the county.

University of Winchester Musical Theatre - Music and Lyrics Tuesday 30 April 2024 -- EVENT HAS PASSED
Venue:  Theatre Royal     map
Address:  Jewry Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8SB
Telephone:  Box office: 01962 840440
Event:  University of Winchester Musical Theatre - Music and Lyrics - 7.30pm - the University of Winchester Musical Theatre students take to the stage, in a one night only event: Music and Lyrics. Songs in musicals function in various ways and can express a range of emotions for the characters that sing them. Whether moments of joy, anger or despair, and everything in between, musicals allow characters to paint their emotions on a variety of canvases. In a stripped-back, concert setting, students will perform a range of songs drawn from across the musical theatre repertoire, illustrating that musicals can be so much more than frivolous entertainment.

 

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TOMORROW, Friday 10 May 2024

FLAMENCO EXPRESS

FLAMENCO EXPRESS

Venue: The Arc
7.30pm
Flamenco Express returns with another cargo of searing talent – featuring ‘sizzling soloist’ La Joaquina, guitar virtuoso Chris Clavo and the massive vocal presence of Antonio El Pola. Tonight, another Flamenco Express Star returns in the shape of crowd-pulling pocket dynamo - Titi Flores.


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