What's On
Hall 1
Steve Hackett
Legendary Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett gives his audience a chance to re-live the legendary band’s golden era through classic tracks from both his Genesis Revisited albums.
Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club
Celebrate the “timeless, indestructible beat of Cuba” (WOMAD) with this legendary collective.
Stewart Lee
Acclaimed writer, baiter of fellow comics, free jazz aficionado and officially the 41st best stand up comedian ever presents a mixed stew of unrelated ideas.
Roy Harper
Don't miss this chance to see the astonishing, multi-award winning, iconic British folk rock troubadour bring alive tracks from his first album in over a decade Man & Myth. Colston Hall members on sale: Thursday 9 May at 10am. General on sale: Friday 10 May at 10am
Bill Wyman
Rock and roll icon, author, restauranteur and legendary former Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman returns.
The Michael Nyman Band: Music From and for Film
Best known for penning the award-winning score for Oscar-winning film The Piano, this night witness’ Nyman and his band perform a selection of his most recognisable work alongside new compositions.
Jools Holland
The legendary pianist and his hugely talented orchestra of 20 return to the Hall following the success of The Golden Age Of Song. Followed by Double Agent 7 whose mission is to play killer floorfillers from the 50s and 60s all exclusively on vinyl 45s.
Show of Hands with Miranda Sykes
Your chance to see “one of the greatest English bands” (Peter Gabriel) perform alongside vocalist and double bassist Miranda Sykes. Members pre-sale 10am Saturday 11 May. General on sale 10am Monday 13 May
Texas
Scottish alt-rockers Texas are back with their eighth studio album and a brand new tour. Member’s presale 10am Thursday 16 May. General on sale 9am Friday 17 May
Czech National Symphony Orchestra
‘With Hanslip on this form I’d listen to anything’ declared The Times of tonight’s soloist, so expect Bruch to the Max as well as Dvorak both pastoral and patriotic when Libor Pesek and his Czech mates open up Bohemian vistas for our Symphony Project.