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Home > Bristol Guide > Major Bristol Events in April Major Events, Exhibitions,Theatre, Music & Panto - May 2008Major Events 10 - 11 May This popular trail offers the opportunity to view art and performance in Artists homes, churches, community centres and public houses throughout South Bristol. 15 May - 31 August Productions will be staged in the elegant Queen Square or the gardens of Ashton Court Estate. 31 May - 1 June 170 stalls plus a full line up of speakers and entertainers covering every aspect of the vegan lifestyle. Various dates 29 April – 2 May: Gloucestershire -V- Glamorgan (LVCC 2) 5 May The race route will be similar to the Reebok Bristol Half Marathon course, starting from Explore-At-Bristol, following the harbourside then along the Avon Gorge and Cumberland Road returning to Explore-At-Bristol via Prince Street Bridge. A great opportunity for runners to experience a short version of the half marathon course. Family Fun Throughout May Bristol Zoo Gardens is offering half price entry for senior citizens this May. The month-long offer includes Plant Conservation Week from May 13-18. 4 May This Roald Dahl inspired concert of animal antics features the tales of Crocky-Wock the crocodile, the pig who devises a plan to avoid being eaten, and the Tummy Beast in your stomach, plus plenty more delightful children’s rhymes. 11 May - 7 July Gail Clarke and Bridget Dedyuhina-Rymell take over 14 May Herbalists Julia Green and Sue Redfern will take you on a summer evening stroll to discover the traditional medicinal uses of plants that grow on the Downs. 22 May Join the famous 'Harry Browns of Bristol' for nautical songs, food and drinks. 23 – 25 May This all-new musical production of Thomas & Friends Live! On Stage includes new railway-themed songs, as well as much loved classic sing-a-longs.
24 May - 1 June Create your own works of art with glitter, feathers and paints. Mr. Brunel will also be visiting the ship to tell his stories. Until 31 May The events are staged by local entertainer, Mr Brown's Pig, and include audience participation, pantomime, folk, fairytales and comedy sketches. The shows take place during the weekends. Until 18 June Take a trip to the stars beneath an immersive domed screen in Explore's very own Planetarium. Until 30 June Go on a journey of discovery through time with Fossils and Funny bones, an interactive exhibition specifically designed for children under eight and their carers. Fossils and funny bones is free with a ticket to Explore. Children under three go free. Until 2 September Get active, and try your hand at sports both familiar and unusual in this new exhibition - why not shoot for goal in Penalty Pressure, slam-dunk in Hectic Hoops basketball or Go the Distance in the Tour de France? Tours & Boat Trips 1 May Take a voyage down the spectacular Avon Gorge on the historic sailing ship Tangaroa. 17 May This historic home takes on a completely different character at night with possible surprises in store for the unwary! The evenings will consist of a ticket only talk by Richard Felix in the Great Hall (extra charge) followed by pre-booked guided tours of the Castle. Until 28 September Free guided tours of the Bridge on every Sunday afternoon at 3.00pm throughout the summer. Meet/start at the toll booth at the Clifton end of the Bridge. The tour takes about 45 minutes. Until 31 December Take a trip on one of the Bristol Packets beautiful boats for a unique tour of Bristol and beyond. Exhibitions & Art 2 - 27 May Exploring textures in watercolour in landscapes, trees, flowers and animals. Featuring works by Ann Blockley and her late father John Blockley RWA. 6 May – 18 June A superb display of work by pupils from six local primary schools. 10 May Screening of Wallace and Gromit in the Wrong Trousers and Shaun the Sheep short films. 16 - 18 May 55 galleries will be exhibiting a fresh line-up of contemporary paintings, sculpture, photography and original prints Until 11 May Embracing photography, film, drawing, painting and live performance, this multi-media exhibition focuses on the theme of Night, with a particular reference to the landscape. Last admission half an hour before closing. Until 15 June Saskia Holmkvist's exhibition presents a major new video installation exploring notions of credibility, social strategy, and how we all engage in role-play. Until 15 June Torsten Lauschmann’s work is characterised by a sense of playful experimentation and generosity. Until 2 September A whole host of interactive activities and events support Explore's exciting new exhibition Inside DNA, running until 2 September. Until 31 October Breaking the Chains examines the historical context of slavery, its destructive effect on relations between Europe and Africa, the nature of survival and resistance amongst African and Caribbean communities, the role of abolitionists and the legacy of the slave trade today. Theatre and Music Various dates Saturday 17 May: Bristol Cathedral Concert Choir – Messiah 4 May Michael Pennington performs his one man show about Shakespeare. 5 May The excellent Michael McIntyre is returning to the Tobacco Factory once again bringing his smash hit, sell-out Edinburgh Festival and West End show. 7 - 11 May Saskia Holmkvist's exhibition presents a major new video installation exploring notions of credibility, social strategy, and how we all engage in role-play. Until 15 June Torsten Lauschmann’s work is characterised by a sense of playful experimentation and generosity. Until 2 September A whole host of interactive activities and events support Explore's exciting new exhibition Inside DNA, running until 2 September. Until 31 October Breaking the Chains examines the historical context of slavery, its destructive effect on relations between Europe and Africa, the nature of survival and resistance amongst African and Caribbean communities, the role of abolitionists and the legacy of the slave trade today. Theatre and Music Various dates Saturday 17 May: Bristol Cathedral Concert Choir – Messiah 4 May Michael Pennington performs his one man show about Shakespeare. 5 May The excellent Michael McIntyre is returning to the Tobacco Factory once again bringing his smash hit, sell-out Edinburgh Festival and West End show. 7 - 11 May The world renowned Russian Ice Stars return with a dazzling new production of Beauty and the Beast on Ice. 8 - 9 May The Devil's Violin a combination of wild Gypsy music and haunting stories. 9 - 27 May Mayfest is a celebration of inventive, stylish and ambitious new work that invigorates and inspires audiences. 22 May Join the famous 'Harry Browns of Bristol' for nautical songs, food and drinks. 25 May Come along for a night of the best brand new comedy talent that the West had to offer, plus Nivea Prizes and goodies all round! Until 3 May Hamlet - perhaps the most famous tragedy in the language - turns a new face to every decade. More than any other Shakespeare play it absorbs and reflects our immediate concerns, our profoundest experience of what it is to be a human being. Until 1 June Arnolfini's programme of contemporary live and performance art and dance is unique within Bristol. The March to end of May sessions are made up of the very best of Bristol live artists. Markets & Food 11 May This Bi-monthly market will offer delicious food and beautiful flowers from local producers, creche and craft activities for children, music, fresh juice bar and much more! Every Wednesday Local producers from a 40-mile radius sell a massive range of food from cheese, fish, honey, cakes and vegetables to meat, game and poultry at this award-winning market. First Sunday of every month The UK’s first regular Slow Food market has become a monthly treat for lovers of real food. Slow Food embraces the theory of good food production. |
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