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Ricoh Arena, CoventryColdplay, who sprang from nowhere in 2000 with their first album 'Parachutes' are an incredibly popular indie rock group who have won numerous awards for their music. Their latest UK arena tour will see Coldplay performing songs from their upcoming album ‘Mylo Xyloto’, as well as all your favourite Coldplay songs from past albums.…
Warwick Arts Centre, CoventryEnglish author, presenter and stand-up comedian Dave Gorman takes his stories of extreme adventures and experiences to theatres across the length of the country. Born in Staffordshire, Dave first performed live at the 1998 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and soon went on to write and star in hit TV shows including The Mrs Merton Show, Reasons to be Chearful, and Dave Gorman's Better World. Among his listed ambitions are to appear as captain on the quiz show Call My Bluff!…
English Folk musician Seth Lakeman was born and raised in Devon and along with his brothers Sam and Sean has played a variety of instruments and recorded folk music in their own band first of all. Seth's solo career was launched in 2002 when he released his debut album 'The Punch Bowl' to much critical acclaim. Subsequent album releases were; 'Kitty Jay' in 2004, 'Freedom Fields' in 2006, 'Poor man's Heaven' in 2008 and 'Hearts and Mind's' in 2010. Seth's instrumental range includes vocals, banjo, fiddle, viola and guitar.…
Warwick Arts Centre, CoventryJason's original twist of intelligent comedy has seen him win several accolades, including a Perrier Award Nomination in 2001 and more recently the 2007 Perrier Newcomer Award Nomiation. The first ever comedian to sell more than 25,000 tickets at the Edinburgh Festival, he is a comedic force to be reckoned with. His brand new live show, Cirque Du Byrne tours the UK in the autumn of 2011.…
Funny man Jimmy Carr has become known and loved for his deadpan delivery and observational comedy. His humour is often dark yet hugely appealing as his success on TV and the live stand-up stage keeps on growing. In 2006 he became the first big name to perform in the virtual reality world 'Second Life'. He hosts TV's '8 Out of Ten Cats' and has guest presented 'Have I Got News for You'. Carr is an established writer also creating material for the likes of Frank Skinner, Bo Selecta and Lily Savage.…
Warwick Arts Centre, CoventryNow's your chance to see Greg Davies' incredible debut stand-up show. It promises to address every single issue important to the human race. But it lies - it wont adress any. Come though., it'll be funny. You'll already know him as the psychotic Head of Sixth Form, Mr Gilbert in "The Inbetweeners" (Ch4), as the most ou-of-shape member of "We are Klang" (BBC3) as team captain on "Ask Rhod Gilbert" (BBC1) and for his appearences on "Mock the Week", "8 out of 10 cats" and "Never mind the Buzzcocks".…
Described as Britains First Lady of Song, Joan Armatrading has been nominated for a Grammy Award on no less than three occasions. Possessing an extremely unique voice and strong rhythmical acoustic guitar, she is touring again in concerts that will delight audiences with her hits such as Love and Affection, Drop the Pilot and Lovers Speak.…
Warwick Arts Centre, CoventryFrancis Martin Patrick Boyle ('Frankie') is a popular Scottish-born comedian, famed for his dark humour and fairly pessimistic outlook. He has enjoyed TV success as a permanent panellist on 'Mock the Week' and has featured also on 'Have I Got News For You', '8 Out of 10 Cats', 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks' and 'Argumental'. In 2009 he published 'My Shit Life So Far' and continues to entertain live audiences with his comic improvisations and political satire.…
Warwick Arts Centre, CoventryBorn Alastair James Hay in 1968, Al Murray was voted no.16 in Channel 4's 100 Greatest Stand-Up Comedians in 2007. He is probably best known for his 'Pub Landlord' routine which sees him take on the persona of a xenophobic yet opinionated English publican. In 2009 he was the headline act on Michael McIntyre's Comedy Road show and hosted BBC1's Live at the Apollo. He has also toured with Frank Skinner and Harry Hill and is listed as one of the 50 funniest acts in British comedy.…
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By Lucy MiddletonMobile network company Orange have announced it will not be renewing its sponsorship of the book awa…
By Amanda ArnoldThe Stone Roses played a surprise 11 song set at Warrington Parr Hall last night, their first gig in 16 years.
By Amanda ArnoldThe Scissor Sisters are planning to dress regally for their royal bash at the Tower of London in cel…
By Paul ArnoldWith the French Open starting at Roland Garros next week Rafael Nadal has struck an important psycho…
By Amanda ArnoldRonan Keating has announced on Twitter this afternoon that he will be performing a fourteen-date tou…
By Lucy MiddletonStaines in Surrey has officially changed its name to Staines-upon-Thames in an attempt to boost the town's image.
By Amanda ArnoldRobin Gibb one of the three brothers who made up the Bee Gees has lost his fight against liver and c…
Ditch the workout - join the Zumba PartyZumba - the fitness dance craze, is taking over the nation, and classes are popping up everywhere, and there's a good chance that one is happening near you. BritEvent's Amanda Arnold, who just happens to be a Shrewsbury-based Zumba instructor, tells us more about the fitness phenomenon.
Party in the New Year 2012New Year's Eve means just one thing - it's party time! Welcome in 2012 by partying like it's erm, 1999 at a NYE party taking place near you.
Beyonce '4' - album reviewShe's come a long way since starting out as a member of Destiny's Child. Now a household name, Beyonce has released her fourth album, entitled '4', with a fusion of soul and pop. BritEvents' Lucy Middleton gives the new album a whirl to see if it lives up to expectations.
Top ten stand-up comedians for 2012Over the last few years there has been an explosion of interest in stand-up comedy, thanks to the likes of Edinburgh's Festival Fringe, as well as comedy panel shows such as Mock The Week. 2012 promises to be a fabulous year for stand-up comedy, with many of Britain's best comedians taking to the stage at venues across Britain. BritEvents' Amanda Arnold takes a look at some of the best comedians touring this year.
