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TomorrowDoors 14:30

The Best of Benny Goodman, King of Swing

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Step back into the golden age of swing for an afternoon celebrating the music of the legendary Benny Goodman – the clarinettist who became known throughout the world as the King of Swing. Clarinettist and bandleader Peter Long brings together a superb all-star quintet to recreate the exhilarating sound of Goodman’s celebrated small groups, from hard-swinging showstoppers to some of the most sophisticated chamber jazz ever recorded. Joining Peter are acclaimed vocalist Louise Cookman, vibraphone virtuoso Anthony Kerr, guitarist and vocalist Denny Ilett, pianist Colin Good and drummer Richard Pite – five musicians steeped in the great swing tradition and determined to have some fun with it. Expect Goodman favourites, sparkling improvisation, classic songs and plenty of swing in an irresistible Sunday afternoon celebration of one of jazz’s greatest entertainers. Please note – this is an afternoon show, starting at 3pm (not 7.30pm as listed in the newsletter sent out on 28 October). Ashburton Arts Centre Always three prices – please pay what you can. Pay less, come to more! See Access, Tickets & Finding Us for more about why there are three ticket prices, plus other useful...

GigsFolkBlues

Wed 18 NovDoors 19:00

Elijah Jeffery & Eddie Gripper

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Pianist Eddie Gripper has played here before with his band – he's a very impressive and entertaining musician. This pairing with singer Elijah Jeffery looks unusual, and promises something a bit different. The show brings their album Dido’s Lament* to life. Blending progressive pop, indie folk, and alternative jazz, their show features original songs and a bold reimagining of Dido’s Lament, offering a captivating journey through storytelling and genre-defying music. Experience the electrifying collaboration of Elijah Jeffery & Eddie Gripper as they bring their critically acclaimed album to the stage. Written and recorded in just eight weeks, this collection of original songs and a bold reimagining of a 17th-century aria has been praised as “eagerly awaited” (The Jazz Mann). Their live performance seamlessly blends progressive pop, indie folk, and alternative jazz, offering a genre-defying journey that showcases their diverse musical influences. From the folk-inspired Shifting Seasons to the introspective jazz ballad Because of You, the art-pop energy of Close Your Eyes, and a fresh take on Dido’s Lament, this show is a celebration of storytelling through innovative comp...

GigsFolkBlues

Thu 19 NovDoors 19:00

Orchestra Mambo International

Arts Centre · Ashburton

Orchestra Mambo International is a UK‐based mambo, cha cha, salsa dura and Afro‐Cuban jazz orchestra founded in 2022 by DJ Lubi and trombonist/bandleader Jonny Enright. What began as a one‐off concert in the north of England quickly turned into something much bigger, as the chemistry of the band and the response from audiences made it clear that this music had a life of its own. Since then, they’ve played across the UK, including Glastonbury Festival and a BBC 6 Music Maida Vale session, building a reputation for joyful, high‐energy performances rooted in the classic sounds of Tito Puente, Eddie Palmieri, the Fania All‐Stars, Ray Barretto and Johnny Pacheco. Their debut album, ¡Apúntalo! — named after the catchphrase of veteran Venezuelan singer Carlos “Pachanga” Peña — is released in September 2026 and delivers eight original tunes moving through mambo, salsa dura, pachanga, son montuno, Puerto Rican bomba and Latin jazz, honouring tradition while bringing a fresh UK perspective. The album is backed by a UK tour showcasing an international, cross‐generational line‐up and an explosive, party‐starting Latin sound. Orchestra Mambo International is made fo...

GigsFolkBlues

Fri 20 NovDoors 19:00

Theatre: History Has No Safe Word (Visions of a Pompeii Whore)

Arts Centre · Ashburton

History Has No Safe Word Time comes for us all… Professor Nathan Zangari is fading away. Once voted the sexiest professor on BBC2’s Open University, his highly celebrated archeo-linguistics paper on “Graffiti, Women and the Walls of Pompeii” is now but a distant memory. Now, he can’t sleep, he can’t get published, and… he can’t get laid. At the sleep-study clinic that he’s enrolled at, they observe him talking in his sleep, seemingly an intermediary for a long-forgotten Pompeian girl. When overambitious student, Callie, offers to capture his mumblings, they both find themselves sucked into the very real lives of those on the edge of destruction, some 2000 years ago. “… masterful stagecraft … immersive and engaging throughout… a highly accomplished piece of writing and performance… a visceral portrayal of life in Pompeii on the eve of the infamous Vesuvian eruption in 79 CE. Brown clearly knows his history, and the way he brings Pompeii to life is nothing short of astonishing. There is a gripping action scene in the second half that had my wife reaching out her arms to intervene, so immersed was she in the story. If historical drama is your thing, you’r...

Theatre

Until Fri 25 Jun 20277 dates

Baselab presents Nottingham EMOM

The Mist Rolling Inn · Nottingham

Gigs

Until Fri 27 Nov4 dates

M2TM LONDON HEAT TWO

Camden The Dev · London

METAL 2 THE MASSES LONDON 2027 – YOUR VOTE COUNTS! Four bands. Two places in the Quarter Finals. One step closer to playing the New Blood Stage at Bloodstock Open Air Festival in August 2027. The journey starts here, and you can help decide who takes the next step. HOW IT WORKS Each advance ticket counts as one vote for your chosen band, with a percentage of advance ticket sales going directly back to the band to provide financial support. You then get a chance to vote again on the night, at no extra charge. Our panel of judges, representing London’s alternative music scene, holds 50% of the overall vote. The remaining 50% is in the hands of YOU, THE AUDIENCE. You should arrive for 7pm and watch all four bands as you will vote for two of them. Every ticket helps support the bands and the local underground metal scene. Get behind your favourites and help them take the next step towards Bloodstock 2027! Presented by Monsta Ents. Proudly sponsored by Tama Drums, Toxico Clothing, Raven Records, Iron Imperium, Temple of the Cat and Rage & Melodies. Hosted at The Dev, Camden. All enquiries: [email protected]

Gigs

Fri 27 NovDoors 17:30

Jazz At St Andrews presents; Brighton Bop

St Andrews Church · Hove

A welcome return from this quintet, led by saxophonist Simon Savage and featuring the music of pianist Roy Hilton, with tunes from well-known early be-bop composers such as Horace Silver, Dexter Gordon and Lee Morgan. Chris Coull – trumpet, Simon Thorpe – bass, and Joe Edwards – drums.

GigsJazzLatin

Fri 27 NovDoors 18:00

1000MODS

Rescue Rooms · Nottingham

HEAVY OVER UK 2026

GigsRockMetal