A Bit of Slap and Tickle

Fundraising gala for Bristol’s Slapstick Silent Comedy festival Featuring The Blockheads, Phill Jupitus, Gary Kemp, Neil Innes and Paul McGann

Legendary performers from the world of music and comedy have rallied to support Bristol’s greatest film festival SLAPSTICK. This unique evening of music, comedy and poetry features platinum award winning artists over four decades including music from:

The Blockheads one of the finest live bands the UK has ever produced join forces with the mighty comedian and broadcaster Phill Jupitus on vocals (on "Dury Duty").

As guitarist and songwriter for Spandau Ballet Gary Kemp was responsible for writing the words and music of all of their 23 hit singles, including classics like True , Gold and Through The Barricades generating over 30 million sales.

Neil Innes is an undisputed living legend and national treasure. The ‘Seventh Python’, Rutle and front man of the recently reformed Bonzo Dog Do Dah band joins us for an intimate solo performance and more.

Doo-wop a capella vocal group The Matinee Idles featuring celebrated actor Paul McGann and ex-members of award winning doo-wop band from the 70s/80s Darts.

An incredible line-up for an unforgettable evening.

Venue

Colston Hall Bristol, Central Bristol

Dates

Date 24 Oct 2008

Tickets Information

Road Directions

Via M5, exit Junction 18, follow A4 (Portway) to the centre. At the promenade (St.Augustine's Parade) turn left after the Hippodrome into Colston Street. For parking, take first left (Pipe Lane) and park in Trenchard Street car park

Via M4, exit Junction 19 (M32). Follow signs to Clifton. Take first left after the Bristol Royal Infirmary (BRI) into Colston Street. Colston Hall is situated 400m on your right. For parking, take first right after Colston Hall and park in Trenchard Street car park.
PARKING
We recommend parking in the Trenchard Street multi-storey car park, situated to the rear of the hall. Parking is payable at the pay-machines either on entrance (before leaving the car park for Colston Hall) or exit. You may find it easier to pay for your ticket before the show to avoid queuing on the way home. Easiest access to Colston Hall can be found on floor one of the car park. Please be aware that Trenchard Street Car Park now closes at midnight.

Public Transport Directions

Temple Meads, the nearest station, is about 1 mile from the Colston Hall.
Buses 8 (508) and 9 (509) run directly to the city centre promenade. For further train enquiries please call: National Rail Enquiries - 08457 48 49 50 (24 hrs).

BY BUS
Most buses to the city centre stop at the promenade, where we recommend you alight for the Colston Hall. We are situated on Colston Street, behind the Colston Tower.

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

• In town/city centre

Accessibility

• Booking Advised
• On Bus Route

Establishment Features

• Accept coach parties
• Cater for groups