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Martha Tilston
Martha Tilston is a captivating performer and an enchanting singer-songwriter blessed with a gloriously clear, seductive voice. She expresses herself in her trademark direct poetic manner, putting forward her philosophy of life and examining relationships in an accessible, universal way. The songs are exquisitely set, the musicianship (featuring The Woods) is faultless.
The Dragon's Daughter
Blunderbus Theatre Company
Once upon a time, in a faraway land, a little boy called Hans discovers a real-life baby dragon. Can Hans return his new-found friend to her mother before it is too late, or will Dotty, the tiny dragon perish in the darkness?
Written especially for 4-7 year olds, this timeless adventure will whisk you away to a world of magic and make-believe. The Dragon's Daughter is a touching, triumphant tale about a brave little boy and a scared little dragon, who learn to become the very best of friends.
Christine Collister
Best known for BBC's Life and Loves of a She Devil, Christine Collister has worked with a host of excellent musicians (Peter Frampton, Richard Thompson, Louden Wainwright III). Throughout her career, she has mesmerized and astounded with her subtle and effortless blend of soul, blues, pop, jazz, country and folk. Christine will be performing with Rob Cross.
"...boundary breaking is routine for Collister and makes her one of the finest grown-up vocalists on the planet..."
Q
Aynsley Lister
Aynsley Lister has never been an artist to reheat the music of yesteryear. Influenced from an early age by the 60's RnB era, Lister takes these key elements and mixes them with a more current and melodic lyrical approach. He is one of very few artists playing rocking blues with a modern edge -tangible, heartfelt, soul searching and full of fine song-writing; played with passion and vitality.
"Superb"
The Times
The Mustangs
Regarded as one of the best and most exciting blues rock bands in the UK today, The Mustangs play high energy, blues-based rock. The band have already released three albums of original material and headlined festivals such as the Boogaloo Blues Festival, Blues at the Fort, Swanage Blues Festival and Eel Pie's Bluesquest.
A Monthly R & B Club event.
First Thursday Comedy Club
This month's comedy club features two acts back by popular demand - Ginger Scotsman Brian Higgins, and Mike Wilkinson, the man chosen to support Peter Kay and Johnny Vegas.
Plus the immensely likeable Chris Brooker and rising star Letty Flynn.
A Comedy Club event.
Hit Me!
The Life and Rhymes of Ian Dury
Hit Me! The Life and Rhymes of Ian Dury follows the life of the singer who sang with the Blockheads, in the process showing his cheeky public persona as well as the private one in which he battled demons and his perceived flaws.
Focusing on three events, from the peak of his success, through to being on the cusp of a huge comeback, and finally to the moments just after his death. Offering an insightful, hilarious and moving look at the life of one of the music industry's best loved characters, features all the hits including Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick and Reasons To Be Cheerful.
Recommended for ages 16+. Contains very strong language.
3 Daft Monkeys
3 Daft Monkeys are a band that knows how to make people dance and resistance is entirely futile! The Cornish trio blend a unique brand of rousing vocals, frenetic fiddling, 12-string guitar, dancing bass and foot drum and return to The Met in support of their new album due for release at the end of the year.
Jack and the Beanstalk
Met Express
Met Express, The Met's drama group for people with disabilities, perform their own interpretation of Jack and the Beanstalk.
A boy climbs to the top of a giant, magical beanstalk where he uses his quick wits to outsmart a giant and make his mother's fortune.
The Chloe Hall Trio
Australian singer-songwriter Chloe Hall is an engaging and charismatic performer, but it's the simple, undeniable quality of her songs that leave you with overwhelming emotion. Making up her trio are bassist Chris Mildren and percussionist Teal Bain-Roben.
"Chloe Hall - the future of folk is here today."
Rolling Stone