What's on this week - editor's choice NEWS
A weekly roundup of the best events taking place across the length and breadth of Britain.
London
WESTWOOD WAVY AFFAIR | 19 - 20 Dec 2014 at Coronet Theatre, Elephant and Castle - Westwood Wavy Affair Xmas Edition! Ladies Free Entry All Nite! Friday 19th December Come and party with Tim Westwood rippin down the set all nite playing the biggest Hip Hop Bashment Afro Beats R&B House Soca There will be Free CD giveaway's on the night, so make sure you get a copy of his latest mixtape! Dress code is strictly NO HATS / HOODS Over 18s only bring government ID (passport / drivers license) No advance tickets all on the door @ Coronet 28 New Kent Road Elephant & Castle, London SE1 6TJ Guys £10 11pm-5am info: www.timwestwood.com num & Whatsapp : 07583 816 766 Snapchat - TimWestwoodTV www.instagram
Bach by Candlelight | 20 Dec 2014 at Christ Church West Wimbledon, Wimbledon - Praised as "magnificent" and "thrilling" Jigsaw Players are a compelling group of professional musicians who have been bringing exceptional classical chamber music concerts to the Wimbledon area since 2008 For their popular annual Candlelight Concert, the Jigsaw Players will be presenting a fantastic programme: Brandenburg concertos 3, 5 &6 and Bach's Double Violin concerto. What better way to spend a cold winter's evening than with Bach, candles and mulled wine? Reserve your tickets now! http://www.jigsawplayers.com/brandenburgs
Christmas With Buble | Today at Cliffs Pavilion, Southend on Sea - Christmas with Buble in the Pavilion Room.
Deacon Blue | Today at Royal Festival Hall, Charing Cross - Deacon Blue is a Scottish band formed in 1985 in Glasgow. The band's name was taken from Steely Dan's song Deacon Blues. They released their debut album Raintown in 1987 which was widely praised as the bands finest work. The album referred to the struggles of everyday life in the inner city
Gaz Coombes White Lies | Today at KOKO Camden, Camden - Gaz Coombes White Lies at KOKO Camden in London on Monday, 15 December 2014. What's the best thing about going to watch Gaz Coombes White Lies live? It's knowing that you've got the best seats at the cheapest online prices with our ticket comparison service. See the list of ticket providers so that you can get the best deal. It's simple, and we don't charge any commission on any tickets you buy through our service
South
Festive Friday | 19 Dec 2014 at Snakes and Ladders, Abingdon - Friday 19th December Festive Friday at Snakes and Ladders Take the children to Snakes and Ladders for an end of term treat just before Christmas! Follow Santas Sleigh Trail to earn a sweet treat, get Arty Crafty with seasonal crafts and enjoy a free mince pie when you buy a drink (with a facebook voucher from www.facebook.com/snakesabingdon). Plus run off all that pre Christmas excitement! Snakes and Ladders, Audlett Drive, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3NJ
WESTWOOD WAVY AFFAIR | 19 - 20 Dec 2014 at Coronet Theatre, Elephant and Castle - Westwood Wavy Affair Xmas Edition! Ladies Free Entry All Nite! Friday 19th December Come and party with Tim Westwood rippin down the set all nite playing the biggest Hip Hop Bashment Afro Beats R&B House Soca There will be Free CD giveaway's on the night, so make sure you get a copy of his latest mixtape! Dress code is strictly NO HATS / HOODS Over 18s only bring government ID (passport / drivers license) No advance tickets all on the door @ Coronet 28 New Kent Road Elephant & Castle, London SE1 6TJ Guys £10 11pm-5am info: www.timwestwood.com num & Whatsapp : 07583 816 766 Snapchat - TimWestwoodTV www.instagram
Bach by Candlelight | 20 Dec 2014 at Christ Church West Wimbledon, Wimbledon - Praised as "magnificent" and "thrilling" Jigsaw Players are a compelling group of professional musicians who have been bringing exceptional classical chamber music concerts to the Wimbledon area since 2008 For their popular annual Candlelight Concert, the Jigsaw Players will be presenting a fantastic programme: Brandenburg concertos 3, 5 &6 and Bach's Double Violin concerto. What better way to spend a cold winter's evening than with Bach, candles and mulled wine? Reserve your tickets now! http://www.jigsawplayers.com/brandenburgs
Deacon Blue | Today at Royal Festival Hall, Charing Cross - Deacon Blue is a Scottish band formed in 1985 in Glasgow. The band's name was taken from Steely Dan's song Deacon Blues. They released their debut album Raintown in 1987 which was widely praised as the bands finest work. The album referred to the struggles of everyday life in the inner city
Gaz Coombes White Lies | Today at KOKO Camden, Camden - Gaz Coombes White Lies at KOKO Camden in London on Monday, 15 December 2014. What's the best thing about going to watch Gaz Coombes White Lies live? It's knowing that you've got the best seats at the cheapest online prices with our ticket comparison service. See the list of ticket providers so that you can get the best deal. It's simple, and we don't charge any commission on any tickets you buy through our service
Midlands
Festive Friday | 19 Dec 2014 at Snakes and Ladders, Abingdon - Friday 19th December Festive Friday at Snakes and Ladders Take the children to Snakes and Ladders for an end of term treat just before Christmas! Follow Santas Sleigh Trail to earn a sweet treat, get Arty Crafty with seasonal crafts and enjoy a free mince pie when you buy a drink (with a facebook voucher from www.facebook.com/snakesabingdon). Plus run off all that pre Christmas excitement! Snakes and Ladders, Audlett Drive, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3NJ
Haze Christmas Party | 21 Dec 2014 at Shakespeare's, Sheffield - Christmas celebration of Sheffield based progressive/folk/rock/metal band Haze. Classic rockers Haze returned last year with a new studio CD of original songs; The Last Battle features 14 new recordings by the classic Haze line-up of the McMahon brothers and Paul Chisnell, with sisters Cat & Ceri Ashton adding strings & woodwind. Revitalized by the success of the CD, Haze have recruited a new drummer, Danny McMahon, and are currently writing and recording new material as well as playing selected concert dates. Formed in the late 70s by brothers Chris & Paul, they were joined by Paul Chisnell in 83 and established their reputation as one of the hardest working underground bands of the 80s
Parkway Drive | Today at Rock City Nottingham, Nottingham - Parkway Drive at Rock City Nottingham in Nottingham on Monday, 15 December 2014. It's bloomin' hard work tracking down the best seats at the best prices, so why don't you let us do it. Our clever system imports all the tickets for Parkway Drive, matches them together using a complicated system that hardly anyone knows how to understand, then lists them so you can compare all the ticket prices together. You'd be daft to look elsewhere because we've done all the work for you! Now go and enjoy the performance
Russell Howard | Today at Nottingham Arena, Nottingham - Award-winning comic Russell Howard and regular on BBC's Mock The Week hits the road to bring his unique comedy style to a discerning crowd of fans. Born in Somerset, England, Russell's awards include Zoo magazine's top 10 list of funniest comics back in 2005, as well as Best Theatre Show at the 2009 Chortle Comedy Awards. His 2011 UK arena tour is titled Right Here Right Now.
Russell Howard Wonderbox | Today at Capital FM Arena, Nottingham - One of Britain's funniest and most successful comedians, Russell Howard returns to delight his UK audiences with his first live stand-up tour in three years. Russell promises more of his trademark upbeat and razor-sharp wit, so make sure you don't miss the chance to see this comedian on his UK tour to see him doing what he does best - top notch stand-up comedy.
East
Rival Sons | Tomorrow at Norwich UEA, Norwich - Hailing from the gorgeous Long Beach in sunny California, Rival Sons were formed from the ashes of Scott Holiday's band Black Summer Crush in 2009. Their style is often compared to blues-rock bands from the 50's and 70's era, with particular influences from Free, Led Zepellin and The Animals. BBC's Greg Moffitt described the group's sound as "electrifying blend of Led Zeppelin, Free, Bad Company, Deep Purple, The Doors and a dozen others to exhilarating new heights". Praise indeed for this up-and-coming group
By The Rivers | 17 Dec 2014 at Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich - By The Rivers at Norwich Arts Centre in Norwich on Wednesday, 17 December 2014. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest By The Rivers tickets, so we've done the legwork for you. Compare Ticketmaster, Viagogo, GetMeIn, Seatwave and Stubhub ticket prices and relax, knowing that you won't be ripped off or scammed by unscrupulous ticket touts.
The Game | 17 Dec 2014 at Norwich UEA, Norwich - The Game at Norwich UEA in Norwich on Wednesday, 17 December 2014. What's the best thing about going to watch The Game live? It's knowing that you've got the best seats at the cheapest online prices with our ticket comparison service. See the list of ticket providers so that you can get the best deal. It's simple, and we don't charge any commission on any tickets you buy through our service
Festive Friday | 19 Dec 2014 at Snakes and Ladders Ipswich, Ipswich - Friday 19th December Festive Friday at Snakes and Ladders Take the children to Snakes and Ladders for an end of term treat just before Christmas! Follow Santas Sleigh Trail to earn a sweet treat, get Arty Crafty with seasonal crafts and enjoy a free mince pie when you buy a drink (with a facebook voucher from www.facebook.com/snakesipswich). Plus run off all that pre Christmas excitement! Snakes and Ladders Indoor Adventure Playground & Science Discovery Centre, Cavendish Street, Ipswich, IP3 8AX
The Thorns | 24 Dec 2014 at Ipswich Corn Exchange, Ipswich - The Thorns appears live in Ipswich, Suffolk at Ipswich Corn Exchange on Wednesday, 24 December 2014. For ticket prices to watch The Thorns at Ipswich Corn Exchange, see the list of tickets available for The Thorns.
North West
Chrissie Hynde | Today at The Ritz, Manchester - Chrissie Hynde at The Ritz in Manchester on Monday, 15 December 2014. We search the UK's top ticket companies for the best seats at the best prices so you don't have to, so you can watch Chrissie Hynde live in the knowledge that you've got them at the best available price.
Ennio Morricone | Today at Phones 4u Arena Manchester, Manchester - Ennio Morricone at Phones 4u Arena Manchester in Manchester on Monday, 15 December 2014. Compare ticket prices from the UK's most respected and trusted ticket providers, including Viagogo, Seatwave, GetMeIn, Ticketmaster and Stubhub in order to get the best seats at the best prices, all covered by a ticket guarantee.
Only Men Aloud | Today at Bridgewater Hall, Manchester - As winners of the BBC's Last Choir Standing in 2008, Only Men Aloud have gone from strength to strength since their win. Based in Cardiff, the group went on to win Classical Album of the Year at the Classical Brits. Having trimmed themselves to a svelte 8-piece ensemble, it's great to see classical music thriving in Britain. Get your tickets soon, as this is a popular tour
The Game | Today at O2 Academy Liverpool, Liverpool - The Game at O2 Academy Liverpool in Liverpool on Monday, 15 December 2014. We don't want you to have to trawl the web searching for the cheapest The Game tickets, so we've done the legwork for you. Compare Ticketmaster, Viagogo, GetMeIn, Seatwave and Stubhub ticket prices and relax, knowing that you won't be ripped off or scammed by unscrupulous ticket touts.
Carols by Candlelight | Tomorrow at Liverpool Anglican Cathedral, Liverpool - With Christmas just around the corner, the NSPCC is inviting people across Merseyside to join them at their annual Carols by Candlelight concert on Tuesday 16 December to raise vital funds for the charitys ChildLine Schools Service. The concert will feature carols, traditional music and singing in the stunning candlelit setting of the cathedral. Children and young people from across the region will be performing to support the NSPCCs work across Merseyside.
North East
Rival Sons | Today at O2 Academy Newcastle, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Hailing from the gorgeous Long Beach in sunny California, Rival Sons were formed from the ashes of Scott Holiday's band Black Summer Crush in 2009. Their style is often compared to blues-rock bands from the 50's and 70's era, with particular influences from Free, Led Zepellin and The Animals. BBC's Greg Moffitt described the group's sound as "electrifying blend of Led Zeppelin, Free, Bad Company, Deep Purple, The Doors and a dozen others to exhilarating new heights". Praise indeed for this up-and-coming group
Russell Howard | Tomorrow at Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne - Award-winning comic Russell Howard and regular on BBC's Mock The Week hits the road to bring his unique comedy style to a discerning crowd of fans. Born in Somerset, England, Russell's awards include Zoo magazine's top 10 list of funniest comics back in 2005, as well as Best Theatre Show at the 2009 Chortle Comedy Awards. His 2011 UK arena tour is titled Right Here Right Now.
Russell Howard Wonderbox | Tomorrow at Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle Upon Tyne - One of Britain's funniest and most successful comedians, Russell Howard returns to delight his UK audiences with his first live stand-up tour in three years. Russell promises more of his trademark upbeat and razor-sharp wit, so make sure you don't miss the chance to see this comedian on his UK tour to see him doing what he does best - top notch stand-up comedy.
Above Beyond | 19 Dec 2014 at The Sage Gateshead, Gateshead - Above Beyond at The Sage Gateshead in Gateshead on Friday, 19 December 2014. We love live events, and we know you love them too. That's why we've created a ticket price comparison service that compares tickets from reputable companies including Ticketmaster, GetMeIn, Viagogo, Seatwave and Stubhub, that does some magic in the database and pulls it all out nicely so you can see who's offering the cheapest ticket prices. So, now there's no more scouring the web for the best deal - the hard work is done for you
Deaf Havana | 19 Dec 2014 at The Empire Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough - Deaf Havana is an English rock group formed in 2005 at an English college by sheer coincidence after fellow students began playing together. After a time the group began touring non stop in an effort to spread their music, and the fans are absolutely loving it. The group toured with a few tracks that quickly became well known scene favorites, although the group did not release a "serious" record until a few years after their inception. Deaf Havana has since released several records that have all been loved by fans, but their records have received mixed reviews from critics
Scotland
The Enemy The Twang | 17 Dec 2014 at O2 ABC Glasgow, Glasgow - The Enemy The Twang at O2 ABC Glasgow in Glasgow on Wednesday, 17 December 2014. It's bloomin' hard work tracking down the best seats at the best prices, so why don't you let us do it. Our clever system imports all the tickets for The Enemy The Twang, matches them together using a complicated system that hardly anyone knows how to understand, then lists them so you can compare all the ticket prices together. You'd be daft to look elsewhere because we've done all the work for you! Now go and enjoy the performance
UB40 | 18 Dec 2014 at O2 ABC Glasgow, Glasgow - UB40 is an English reggae band from Birmingham. They are a hugely successful group with record sales topping 70 million albums world wide. Famed for hit singles such as 'Can't help falling in Love with You', 'Red Red Wine' and 'I Got you Babe', they have released 62 singles in total and 17 studio albums, the latest of which was 'Best of Labour of Love' in 2009.
White Christmas | 19 Dec 2014 at Royal Concert Hall Glasgow, Glasgow - White Christmas at Royal Concert Hall Glasgow in Glasgow on Friday, 19 December 2014. What's the best thing about going to watch White Christmas live? It's knowing that you've got the best seats at the cheapest online prices with our ticket comparison service. See the list of ticket providers so that you can get the best deal. It's simple, and we don't charge any commission on any tickets you buy through our service
Big Band Christmas Ball | 20 Dec 2014 at Lanark Memorial Hall, Lanark - Come along and enjoy a Gala Night of Golden Era Music and Dance, featuring That Swing Sensation Big Band and introducing The Kennedy Cupcakes. As one of Scotland's most popular swing dance bands, Swing Sensation perform across the length and breadth of Scotland, performing music made famous by the likes of Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack. The Kennedy Cupcakes " a fabulous 1940 and 50s inspired dance troupe " perform show-stoppin' routines to hits like Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy' and In The Mood'. Recalling the Golden Era and dressing in the finery of the times, these sweethearts will be sure to add a touch of excitement and glamour to the evening
Wales
Chris Rea | Today at St David's Hall, Cardiff - Chris Rea is one of England's greatest contemporary Rock legends, having released nearly 20 albums he is as prolific as he is talented. Taking the time to appreciate the music of Chris Rea requires little to no effort, it always speaks for itself. His fans have been as dedicated as they are admiring, accounting for nearly thirty million records being sold world wide. This artist appears to be taking his music in a much more classical direction in the near future, foregoing the chance to stray too far from his already proven formula
The Who | Today at Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, Cardiff - The Who at Motorpoint Arena Cardiff in Cardiff on Monday, 15 December 2014. It's bloomin' hard work tracking down the best seats at the best prices, so why don't you let us do it. Our clever system imports all the tickets for The Who, matches them together using a complicated system that hardly anyone knows how to understand, then lists them so you can compare all the ticket prices together. You'd be daft to look elsewhere because we've done all the work for you! Now go and enjoy the performance
Status Quo | Tomorrow at Motorpoint Arena Cardiff, Cardiff - Also known as 'The Quo' of simple 'Quo' the band is synonymous with their own unique style of 'boogie rock' and 'shadow step' guitar riffs. Status Quo was founded in the early 1960s by Francis Rossi and Alan Lancaster but the current line-up is Rossi, Rick Parfitt, Andy Brown, John Edwards and Matt Letley. Rossi and Parfitt recently received OBE's in the New Year's Honours 2010. Quo have released 28 studio albums, 3 live albums, 6 compilations and 77 singles
The Beards | Tomorrow at The Globe, Cardiff - The Beards at The Globe in Cardiff on Tuesday, 16 December 2014. You've all heard of horror stories of getting scammed by ticket touts, haven't you? Well, BritEvents have come up with the perfect solution - a ticket price comparison service. Just browse for the The Beards tickets you want to purchase, and see who's offering the best price. We compare Seatwave, Ticketmaster, Stubhub, Viagogo and GetMeIn - all very reputable ticket companies who offer top-class guarantees, and chill, knowing that you're covered
The Puppini Sisters | Tomorrow at Cardiff Glee Club, Cardiff - Three beautiful ladies, singing close harmony arrangements, dressed in 1940's formal attire brings to mind the era of the Andrews Sisters and the forever missed Golden Age of Hollywood. But unlike the Andrews Sisters, The Puppini sisters are not sisters at all, not in the biological sense anyway. In fact, having met in the same jazz school, this is where their similarities ended. The trio consists of Marcella Puppini (dance music and punk rock), Stephanie O'Brien (classical/violin) and Kate Mullins (heavy metal)