Portsmouth Guildhall

We're sold out and ready for "I'm about to lose control and I think Joe Lycett" tonight!
🍺 🍕 It's going to be busy so we highly recommend you beat the bar queues (or order an interval pizza!) using the "Portsmouth Guildhall Bars" app: http://bit.ly/2NtGPfb

Do you have an idea for an Arts & Culture project to engage schools in the PO area?
The second round of applications to Hornpipe Theatre’s small grants fund are now open!
For more information or to apply please visit: https://bit.ly/2y6IZes

Joe Lycett is here tonight, sharing jokes, paintings and some of the pathetic internet trolling he’s been up to recently!
🍺 As it is a sold out show we highly recommend you pre-order your drinks and beat the queues: https://bit.ly/2Cn15sN
RUNNING TIMES... (Subject to change) 7.30pm - Doors open 8.00pm - 1st Half 8.45pm - Interval 9.05pm - 2nd Half 10.00pm - Finish APPROX
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Don’t forget to book your place at the social and corporate networking event of the year!
On Friday October 19th we will be throwing open our grand bronze doors and welcoming businesses, social enterprises, major corporations, Guildhall members and individuals to The Black and White Ball!
Seats are £55 each or £500 for a table of ten. Enjoy a complimentary drinks reception, 3 course dinner, entertainment and more! Rumour has it a few Stormtroopers will be doing the rounds a...s well…
All proceeds from this exciting event, featuring The Rockabellas and Guest of Honour Wayne Hemingway of Red or Dead fame, will go towards our new Studio multi-arts space, designed to be accessible to the whole community.
Together we can create this unique space and definitely have some fun in the process!
To book call or katherine.scott@portsmouthguildhall. org.uk
The evening is kindly sponsored by The Recycled Assets Company - TRACOuk
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Portsmouth Chamber Music Series begins again next Monday on Oct 8!
Rising stars from Germany Goldmund Quartett play with enormous flair and commitment to the music. The programme includes pieces by three of the greatest composers of string quartets.
🎟: http://bit.ly/2Nhskuz

The irrepressible former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett has just announced his 2019 European Tour!
🎟️ Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10am: https://bit.ly/2NgGVGq
🍽️ Make an evening of it with our two course meal option for just £17.50: https://bit.ly/2s7iYwb

Please be aware that today's tour has been cancelled due to illness.

Dave Gorman ready to hit the stage for a sold out show tonight!
🍺 🍕 It's going to be busy so we highly recommend you beat the bar queues (or order an interval pizza!) using the "Portsmouth Guildhall Bars" app: http://bit.ly/2NtGPfb

Dave Gorman is here this evening with his new show With Great PowerPoint Comes Great ResponsibilityPoint!
🍺 With it being sold out we highly recommend you beat the bar queues online or using our app: http://bit.ly/2efcjs4
RUNNING TIMES... (Subject to change) 7.30pm - Doors 8.00pm - Nick Doody 8.40pm - Interval 9.00pm - Dave Gorman 10.30pm - Finish APPROX
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If you're driving to Dave Gorman tomorrow then please be aware of the diversions in Hampshire as a result of the M27 closure!
Make sure to allow plenty of time to get here!

If you're walking by the Guildhall this afternoon why not have a go on The Rig as part of #BBCMusicDay?
It's a musical playground built from up-cycled and recycled objects turned into instruments and sound experiments.
Here until 3pm!

The mighty impressive singer-songwriter Roxanne de Bastion has made a name for herself across Europe and will be performing in our brand new Guildhall Studio this November!
🎟️ Tickets now available - get yours now: https://bit.ly/2Im9WQh

1,500 local children singing on our steps for #BBCMusicDay

Tickets for Kevin Bloody Wilson's ALMOST AWESOME Tour have just gone on sale!
🎟️ Get yours now: https://bit.ly/2Qfywot
🍛 Get early entry and enjoy a delicious pre-show Indian plus a drink for just £14.50: https://bit.ly/2FNFqQw

In celebration of #BBCMusicDay tomorrow you can have a go on The Rig, a musical playground for all the family. Built from up-cycled and recycled objects turned into instruments and sound experiments, kids can really get creative with music.
Ever used a suitcase bass drum, a cutlery wind chime or magic oven tray head phones? No? Then come have a go!
• Guildhall Square • 12-3pm • Free!

The new season of the always popular ABC Concerts starts this Saturday with "The Harp: Beauty & Misery" at 11am. You will be taken on a rich, stimulating, engaging and fun journey through the world of music in an environment that is built around your needs, and those of your baby.
Get 20% off tickets if you book for the season and priority booking for the popular Jingle Bell Jazz Concert!
🎟Tickets: http://bit.ly/2Q9F4oN

Last night our Box Office Manager went to meet with local artists and promoters at fifth Freelancers Networking Social, run by Rep, Review and Repair. Welsh Musician and founder of the Brighton Institute of Modern Music Damian Keyes - Musician & Band Advice and local artist Jerry Williams were both there offering great insights into the music industry and encouraging musicians to work hard and follow their dreams.
The new Guildhall Studio will provide a much needed concert space for new bands and artists starting out, if you are keen to get involved email enquiries@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk