Peter McMaster

Sun 18 - Tue 20 May

Show times 7:30pm

Four performers explode their own experiences of being men in this bold theatrical debut from ‘one of Scotland’s most interesting young theatre makers’ (The Scotsman).

They recall the dark expanses of the Yorkshire moors, sing together full-throated and bold, recall poignant memorials of being a boy, and dance optimistically to the howling tones of Kate Bush.

McMaster’s all male, award-winning interpretation of Emily Bronte’s seminal text, re-visits the iconic landscapes and characters from Wuthering Heights and places them alongside the stories of the male performers. This re-imagined classic considers how, almost 200 years after the book was published, the lives and aspirations of men are now different.

“Honest, inventive, beautifully choreographed and evidence of a bold and inventive talent.”

**** The Guardian

***** The Herald

Venue: Trinity Centre

Tickets: £12/£8

Booking: 0117 987 7877

Wuthering Heights is brought to The Trinity Centre by Mayfest 2014 - to find out more about the other great shows taking pace across the city check out their full website or follow them on Facebook

Female duo who write full-hearted, unforgettable songs about real things. Piano pulsed, accordion tinged, guitar swooned songs shaped around captivating observations of the everyday (Morrissey listen up). Most remarkable is the coming together of their two voices - Chantelle Pike’s distinctive vocal (think Patsy Cline) is rife with deft melody and packed with heartbreaking turns and flourishes, while Hannah Dean sings like she’s from the same planet as Julee Cruise.

Leila Fay

19 year old singer-songwriter, who writes gripping piano songs of love and romance, drawing on her experiences and combining her incredibly pure, mesmerising vocal talent with addictive piano melodies.
She moved from Tokyo to the South West of the UK when she was only 15, and has been developing her sound ever since.    Her debut EP ‘Another Time’ and is out now on iTunes.

Bashema

Jelli Records Bashema will be performing an intimate but up-tempo set including
some of her much loved songs and a few new tunes from her forthcoming Album.

Michael McNeil

The young upstart has already seen impressive support slots with the likes of Chas and Dave, and Bristol's own guitar institution The Blue Aeroplanes. Other notable shows include a sell-out EP launch at the Thunderbolt, and an up-coming support slot with Rita Lynch for her album launch, where he will also be joining her as guest guitarist.

Tickets: £6 adv

We will have some great performances from our young people and Bristol acts:

The Inexplicables

Adam Elemental

Miss Twist

Kahlil Dubz

PT

Brian

Ratan

This event is FREE for all. There will be Caribbean food and refreshments.

GORGON SOUND

Mr Woodnote feat Lil Rhys

Baraka

Fantasy Orchestra

White Belt

Jim Evans

Two White Cranes

Henry & Louis (2 Kings)

Funksoul Brothers

Blindbat

Hi Life Hi Fi DJ's

Welcoming the Summer with our annual Garden Party, Sunday 11 May, full of all the usual treats – food, workshops, sunshine (fingers crossed!) and the best of Bristol music.

There are still some spaces available if you would like a stall, hold a workshop, volunteer as a steward or in the preparation, then get in touch to find out more: info@3ca.org.uk

Don't miss our public launch gig - Adrian Utley (Portishead) bringing together an orchestra of electric guitar players to interpret Terry Riley's 'In C', Saturday 8 March - performing in the intimate setting of our new upstairs hall. Also chance to catch an exhibition by the fabulous Alberto Seveso plus after-party downstairs with Smith & Mighty.

Real Estate

Courtney Barnett

Luke Sital-Singh

St Paul & The Broken Bone

Caveman

We Were Evergreen

Keston Cobblers Club

Goan Dogs

Tickets are priced at £20 and are available from www.alt-tickets.co.uk

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Winner of ‘Best Metropolitan Festival’ at UK Festival Awards 2013

Dot to Dot offers a unique experience for festival-goers and artists alike’ – efestivals

‘One of the UK’s fastest rising festivals’ - NME

‘With a stunning bill and venues within yards of one another we’ll leave you to join the dots.’ - Clash

Winner of ‘Best Metropolitan Festival 2013’ at the UK Festival Awards, Dot To Dot Festival is established as the UKs premier festival for unearthing the hottest new talent around, alongside established acts from all over the globe. Now in its ninth year and touring Manchester, Bristol and Nottingham from the 23rd to the 25th May, Dot To Dot’s ever eclectic line-up is set for its biggest and best year to date.

Headlining this year’s festival will be Peace, the zeitgeist guitar band of 2014. It’s been a phenomenal couple of years for the group, having released their critically acclaimed debut album In Love and going on to woo crowds worldwide. Indeed, seasoned Dot To Dot-goers will be aware that the band return to the festival as headliners following a stand out performance in their formative years at Dot To Dot 2012. With third studio album “Atlas” imminent, lo-fi surf rockers Real Estate make a welcome visit to the UK. A trio of parody upstarts with musical know-how The Midnight Beast also join this year’s line-up. The bonafide internet sensations, with over 64 million YouTube views, are sure to crack a wry smile on the Dot to Dot-goer whilst they dance to their humorous hits. Parisian alternative indie-electro-pop trio We Were Evergreen and indie revivalists Wolf Alice also join the bill. Further along the line-up, expect a quixotic mix of folk-electronica from Fyfe, grunge tales of youth and love and anger from Darlia, the soul tinged styling’s of London based New Yorker Norma Jean Martine plus lots, lots more. All of whom could one-day be headlining Dot to Dot Festival!

Dot To Dot Organiser Anton Lockwood (of DHP Family) said: ‘At Dot to Dot we are really proud of our record of giving fresh young artists one of their first chances to prove themselves to a festival crowd, so in 2014 it’s especially pleasing to see Dot to Dot veterans Jake Bugg, Ellie Goulding and Ed Sheeran selling out huge arena shows! Who of this year’s line up are going to make the leap to superstardom? We can’t be sure, but we do know the artists we are announcing today are just the first few of a line of exciting and diverse new artists, and Dot to Dot is your chance to see them now before the arena stage beckons!”

The beautiful new hall upstairs is getting some fantastic responses from all those who have been privileged to a sneak peek.

The drapes are up, as well as the lighting rig and fully functioning underfloor heating. There are now just one or two finishing touches before you all get to see this exceptional new space!

The building boasts some absolutely stunning windows that have now been restored to their former glory. These painted glass windows really stand out in contrast to the modern interior, as well as letting in a remarkable amount of light that perfectly bounces off the new wooden floor.

We are also pleased to announce that the striking new graffiti mural is now finished and is certainly brightening up our now impressive looking reception area. This phenomenal piece is all thanks to the incredibly talented 'Silent Hobo' and 'Mr.Riks' – Make sure you pause for a moment to take in this busy, colourful and inspiring piece when you drop by. We are hoping for this shiny new reception area to be completed next week when we see the installation of the all important reception desk and doors.

Finally we will be topping everything off with our new signs and some light finishing touches to ensure everything looks perfect!

Headlining the Trinity Re-Launch evening will be the uniquely gifted Adrian Utley (Portishead) - Adrian will be bringing together an orchestra of electric guitar players to interpret Terry Riley's 'In C' with special guest, local emerging talent, Young Echo (Jabu / El Kid / Vessel / Rider Shafique and Killing Sound).

The night owls will be able to join us in a Re-launch After Party where Smithy & Mighty will headline alongside PEV B2B ASUSU, Gilly and even more from the Young Echo collective.

4pm - Afternoon Tea

6pm - Wine reception and nibbles

Entertainment schedule to be announced

Please rsvp if you would like to attend: nigel(at)bud.uk.com

Mon: 10-12pm Introduction to Rockschool and overview of the 3 day workshops.

Mon: 1-3pm Choice of production and/or lyric writing.

Tue: 10-12pm Soundscaping, production and Lyric Writing

Tue: 1-3pm Production and Lyric Writing

Wed: 10-12pm production and Lyric Writing

Wed: 1-3pm Sharing performance

Don't get bored this half-term – get creative at The Trinity Centre

Session places are limited so get in touch to find out more and to book your preferred date: phoebe@3ca.org.uk / 0117 935 1200

Open to young people ages 13 – 18

For more info on regular sessions which run until March 2014 check out our project page

Detor’s solo albums have reached national and international prominence, including #1 on the Euro-Americana Chart, and placement within the top 10 of the U.S. Folk and Independent Music charts. She has performed with such notable artists as Joan Armatrading, The Neville Brothers, Louden Wainwright, Sam Phillips, and Suzanne Vega, among others.

“A small miracle. Wonderful, intensive music, she would be good on every stage in the world” Rolling Stone

Touring to promote her new CD ‘Flat Earth Diary’ which is quite brilliant.

Flat Earth Diary is Detor's first solo album in 4 years, and is being received with rave reviews: "Magnificent - 5 Stars!" - Maverick, "Almost Too Beautiful.. 4.5 Stars!" - Written in Music, Holland, "Flat Out Brilliant!" - New Democrat, Ireland.. the list goes on.

'Clock of the World' by Krista Detor, featuring Karine Polwart, Emily Smith, and Rachael McShane

The Krista Detor Band - Live At Shrewsbury Festival & The Krista Detor Band 'Middle of a Breakdown'

Special guest Elles Baily www.ellesbailey.com

Tickets £10 adv

Tickets on Sale Wednesday 12th February from Bristol Ticket Shop 0117 929 9008

A number of main bus routes pass the Trinity Centre, either along Stapleton Rd or along Clarence Rd.

Main buses along Stapleton Rd are 48, 49 as well as the night bus N2.

Click here to view for a link to local bus services

By train

The nearest train station is Bristol Temple Meads. From here, you can take a short cab ride, or a 20min walk.

If walking, exit the train station through the Temple Quay exit (side exit past the telephone booths), out past the car park and across the Square (signposted) and along Temple Back.

On Temple Way, turn right and continue over the bridge and on until you reach the Old Market roundabout.

Turn right at the roundabout on to Old Market Street and continue along as it changes into West Street.

The Trinity Centre will be ahead of you, on the corner of Trinity Rd and Clarence Rd.

It's a big old converted church - you can't miss us!

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15min City Centre / 10min Cabot Circus

Head East from central Bristol towards Cabot Circus/Castle Park.

From Castle Park/Cabot Circus continue along Castle Street towards Temple Way.

Cross Temple Way at the Old Market roundabout and continue along Old Market as it changes into West Street.

The Trinity Centre will be ahead of you, on the corner of Trinity Rd and Clarence Rd.

It's a big old converted church - you can't miss us!

Cycling

The Trinity Centre is situated just off of the end of the Bath to Bristol Cycle Path (Route 4).

Near to the end of the path you will reach Newton Park. Exit Route 4 at the corner of St Phillips Road and Trinity Street. Turn right onto Trinity Street.

The Trinity Centre will be ahead of you, on the corner of Trinity Rd and Clarence Rd.

We have cycle racks at the front and rear of the building so please do remember to bring your bike lock!

Driving

Come off end of M32 at Junction 19 onto Newfoundland Way.

Continue onto A4032, taking a slight left onto Houlton St, turning left at Staples (1st set of lights after end of motorway) and continuing on Holton St, which leads into Wade St.

Turn left onto Lawfords Gate (A420), following the road around bearing right onto Trinity Road.

The Trinity Centre is on the left hand side just past the Trinity Road Library.

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SMITH & MIGHTY (2 hour set)

PEV B2B ASUSU (2 hour set)

YOUNG ECHO feat: jabu / el kid / vessel / rider shafique / killing sound

GILLY

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We are also very happy to announce an exhibition from Alberto Seveso

Tickets £10 adv

or £20 if bought combined with our Launch event: Adrian Utley Guitar Orchestra: Terry Riley's 'In C'

Tickets on sale 9am Thursday 23rd January

/ 0117 929 9008

IDLE HANDS

Adrian Utley's Guitar Orchestra : Terry Riley's 'In C' to celebrate the opening or our new Upstairs hall here at The Trinity Centre.

Plus special guests:

Young Echo feat: jabu / el kid / vessel / rider shafique / killing sound

Adrian's orchestra will feature; Adrian Utley / Stig Manley / Charlie Romijn (Thought Forms) / Deej Dhariwal (Thought Forms) / Jim Barr (Get The Blessing) / Rick Holbrook / Tim Allen / Alex Vann / Alex Lee (Blue Aeroplanes) / Jimmy Goodrich / Paul Zaba / Jeff Spencer / Kit Morgan / Ross Hughes / Tony Orrell

Adrian Utley (Portishead) brings together an orchestra of electric guitar players to interpret Terry Riley's 'In C'. Written in 1964 and perhaps one of the most influential pieces of music from the 20^th Century, one that established minimalism as a music genre, In C's simple musical rules - 53 musical phrases in C and no duration - allow for infinite variations.

Utley's impressive Guitar Orchestra is augmented by percussion and organs making for a vintage and mesmeric sound. The effect is an organic musical experience very much created in front of the audience both fragile and thunderingly uplifting.

" I've been exploring the sonic possibilities of massed guitars for a while now in various contexts from pure noise to the sacred choral music of Arvo Part. So it was interesting to see what would happen if we had 20 electric guitars plus organs playing In C.

It is an amazing piece of writing and original thought. A new free idea of organised group playing. The beginnings of what we know as minimalism." Adrian Utley

Invada Records have released a specially recorded live version of 'In C' by Adrian Utley's Guitar Orchestra: http://www.invada.co.uk/

"Adrian Utley... employs 19 electric guitars to build  moments of brooding intensity or hypnotic calm."  The Times
"a uniquely engaging, irresistibly hypnotic experience."  Rock A Rolla
"Utley succeeds in demonstrating the distinctive potential of the guitar to bring out new elements of Riley's endlessly-adaptable composition."  The Skinny
"Utley and co's take on In C may well be the most texturally persuasive version of the piece yet committed to tape."  Art & Music
"... the triplet tremors seemingly passed from one guitar to another about five minutes in are a lovely example of the work's planned serendipity."  The Independent

Young Echo: a group of musicians individually composing electronic music who will bring their rich sounds to fill the full height of the beautiful new space.

As part of our Re-Launch we are very pleased to announce an exhibition from Alberto Seveso

Tickets:

Adrian Utley & Orchestra only: £15 adv
Adrian Utley & Orchestra + After Party: £20 adv

Tickets on sale 9am Thursday 23rd January

Re-launch After Party: Smithy & Mighty will headline our Re-launch After Party with support from old and new Trinity favourites including Young Echo DJ set.

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IDLE HANDS

Utley's impressive Guitar Orchestra is augmented by percussion and organs, making for a vintage and mesmeric sound. The effect is that of an organic musical experience, very much created in front of the audience - both fragile and thunderingly uplifting.

Event programmer Rhiannon says;

“This is the perfect opening gig for our newly refurbished space and we are so pleased that Adrian and his orchestra have agreed to perform. The launch follows the completion of our Big Lottery funded building works which have focussed on bringing our underused upstairs hall into use.

With a new sprung wooden floor and underfloor heating, as well as a new reception and improvements to our external grounds, we hope that this event will be the first of many to bring new life and use to this much-loved Bristolian landmark.”

Adrian and his orchestra will be supported by Young Echo, a group of musicians individually composing electronic music, who will bring their rich sounds together to fill the full height of this beautiful, newly renovated, iconic space.

Smithy & Mighty will headline our Re-launch After Party following in our downstairs main hall until late, with support from old and new Trinity favourites including a DJ set from Young Echo – with more acts to be announced.

As part of our re-launch, we will also be hosting a Friends of Trinity Evening for funders, partners, supporters and members – so watch out for your invite, or get in touch to find out more.

Join us for this exciting re-launch weekend to celebrate the rebirth of Trinity!

Tickets go on sale Thursday 23rd January at 9am via Bristol Tickets Shop

More info can be found here