Buxton Festival Fringe 2024 at The Green Man Gallery
1ST MAY: OUR FRINGE 2024 BOX OFFICE IS NOW OPEN!
Book at the gallery in person & by phone (01298 937375) during opening hours. Online booking available at any time.
We are hosting 70 performances of 34 shows this year plus 4 visual arts events.
Shows are listed alphabetically by category:
Comedy, Music, Spoken Word, Theatre, Visual Art
Visual Arts events are listed on a separate page. Exhibitions are free to enter.
Venue 86a is our Ground Floor Gallery which is fully accessible by wheelchair and can seat up to 60 people. (NB Unfortunately there is no adapted toilet cubicle in the building. Click here for access information.)
Venue 86b is our Workshop Room on the mezzanine floor. It is only accessible via one flight of stairs and can seat up to 25 people.
If sold out online, there may still be tickets left at the gallery.
Phone 01298 937375 and pay by card during opening hours - see foot of page
Concession tickets are available for students, anyone in receipt of benefits, and seniors (60+).
The Fringe Friends' discount is only available when booking in person. Please show your Fringe Friend card.
Some events offer free tickets for children. These must be booked via the gallery.
Online Booking: Click the We Got Tickets link next to the performance date.
NB There is a 10% booking fee for all online bookings. No booking fee for tickets booked via the gallery.
Book at the gallery in person & by phone (01298 937375) during opening hours. Online booking available at any time.
We are hosting 70 performances of 34 shows this year plus 4 visual arts events.
Shows are listed alphabetically by category:
Comedy, Music, Spoken Word, Theatre, Visual Art
Visual Arts events are listed on a separate page. Exhibitions are free to enter.
Venue 86a is our Ground Floor Gallery which is fully accessible by wheelchair and can seat up to 60 people. (NB Unfortunately there is no adapted toilet cubicle in the building. Click here for access information.)
Venue 86b is our Workshop Room on the mezzanine floor. It is only accessible via one flight of stairs and can seat up to 25 people.
If sold out online, there may still be tickets left at the gallery.
Phone 01298 937375 and pay by card during opening hours - see foot of page
Concession tickets are available for students, anyone in receipt of benefits, and seniors (60+).
The Fringe Friends' discount is only available when booking in person. Please show your Fringe Friend card.
Some events offer free tickets for children. These must be booked via the gallery.
Online Booking: Click the We Got Tickets link next to the performance date.
NB There is a 10% booking fee for all online bookings. No booking fee for tickets booked via the gallery.
COMEDY
ANGELA BRA: MICRORAVE - Angela Bra
The Buxton Fringe 2023 Award Nominated show returns! Musical comedy drag queen, Miss Angela Bra, waves her daughters off to uni and hosts her own kitchen disco. But as her social media friends cancel one by one she’s left wondering who’ll come to her party of pop, parodies and puns... Age 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
Saturday 6th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616950
ANGELA BRA: SOCIAL CALENDAR GIRL - Angela Bra
Sex & Relationship Education is on the timetable and musical comedy drag queen (and Buxton Fringe Best Comedy Show 2023 Nominee), Miss Angela Bra, is your supply teacher for this special lesson on how to handle yourself in any social situation. Includes Hen Do’s (and Don’ts) and Angela’s gameshow, SnatchPhrase! Age 18+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Saturday 13th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616959
2. Friday 19th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616961
ANNIE & ANGELA'S DUMBGENZ & DRAGQUEENZ - Annie Sup and Angela Bra
Following a disastrous pub crawl, 40-something BFF’s Annie Sup and Angela Bra fall through a lipsync-hole into a parallel dimension of drag-powered musical comedy tucked full of swords and sassery. Are they for real? I’ve seen Stranger Things... Previous winners of Best Musical Comedy at the Morecambe Fringe. Age 18+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Friday 12th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616963
2. Saturday 20th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): www.wegottickets.com/event/616965
ARANCINI: BALLS OF FUN - Arancini Productions
Arancini presents modern life viewed through a quirky lens with a mix of comedy sketches, spoken word and songs. They are Helen Rice (recent support for Tom Wrigglesworth) and Sarah Carratt (Buxton Fringe veteran with I’ll Have What She’s Having) - two middle-aged women who really should know better. Possible swearing & adult themes. Ages 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £12 (Child and Conc £8)
1. Thursday 4th July - 8pm to 9pm Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616967
2. Wednesday 10th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617216
3. Wednesday 17th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617218
THE BOOBY TRAP - Samantha Day
Breasts loom large in our culture but why? ‘Titologist’ Samantha Day gets her tit jokes out and exposes some big... issues. A sophisticated, interesting and funny new show from Amused Moose Award nominee at the Edinburgh Fringe, Comedy Store King Gong Winner and New Comedian of the Year 2022. Age 18+. Adult themes.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £7.50)
Wednesday 17th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617284
THE END OF THE WORLD SHOW - Mark Speed
This show will change your afterlife! Which religion guarantees free booze for eternity? Will your pet be allowed in heaven? Join Nice Mr Death for this multimedia show as he helps you find the best End Times deal. ‘Worth a watch before the Fringe’s final countdown’ **** ThreeWeeks
Age 16+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Monday 8th July - 6pm to 6.55pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617288
2. Wednesday 10th July - 6pm to 6:55pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617290
3. Thursday 11th July - 8pm to 8:55pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617292
THE GENERATIONS GAME - Samantha Day
Generation eXpert Samantha discovers which generation is the best. Complex ideas made simple for even the most average of audiences. History's best black and white thinker, Samantha explores sex, money, pronouns and social media - find out if you were smart enough to be born at the right time. Age 18+. Adult themes.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets £10 (Conc £7.50)
Thursday 18th July – 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617286
HENRY - THE GRANDFATHER & GODFATHER OF JEWISH COMEDY - Henry Churniavsky
Henry Churniavsky returns for a third year as a well worn Grandfather with an updated show. Getting Jew Respect from the family (Godfather.) Learning how to survive in this modern world, learning new things from my grandson and getting old...not gracefully.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £9, Child £6)
Sunday 7th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617294
IT JUST SO HAPPENED - AN ALTERNATIVE HISTORY SHOW - Mirth of Forth Productions
Award-winning stand-up comedian Richard Pulsford hosts this alternative history show. Three comedians and history buffs perform short stand-up sets based ‘on this day’ in history before exploring some of the history of Buxton. Recorded for the It Just So Happened history podcast via @ItJustSo1 and www.ItJustSoHappened.co.uk Age 14+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £9 (Conc £7)
Saturday 20th July - 6:30pm to 7:30pm (Doors 6.15pm): wegottickets.com/event/617297
A POLITICAL BRUNCH - Jesters Dublin
Following sell-out shows at Buxton Fringe in 2022 and 2023, Jesters Dublin are back with this fun take on politics for anyone who is up early!
Possible (audience) swearing, Age 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Friday 12th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.30am): wegottickets.com/event/617299
2. Saturday 13th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.30am): wegottickets.com/event/617301
3. Sunday 14th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.30am): wegottickets.com/event/617303
SH*T LAWYER - Abigail Rolling
Abby has been chained to a radiator in the magistrates' court for almost 30 years. With misanthropic mirth she pulls back the curtain on a criminal justice system in terminal decline. The stories are true, the crisis real. Dark. Funny. Underfunded. And that's just her. Age 16+. Adult themes inc. substance abuse.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8.50)
1. Sunday 14th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617305
2. Thursday 18th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm): www.wegottickets.com/event/617307
MUSIC
CHARLIE MORITZ - OF SHOES AND SHIPS AND SEALING WAX - Charlie Moritz
Of Shoes and Ships and Sealing Wax… well maybe not sealing wax… (yet!), but this entertaining singer-songwriter and skilful guitarist’s repertoire does indeed ‘talk of many things’. Charlie’s set moves through modern, trad, funny, serious and sad - from sharply observational to movingly heartfelt. An engaging, tuneful hour for sure.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10 (Child and Conc £8)
1. Saturday 6th July – 8.30pm to 9.30pm (Doors 8.15pm) – www.wegottickets.com/event/617310
2. Friday 19th July – 8.30pm to 9.30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617312
DANCING ABOUT ARCHITECTURE - Ian Bowns
All songs have a time, a place and a writer, even if their identity is lost under cover of ‘trad’ or ‘anon’. You’ll hear traditional and contemporary folksongs, and see some text and images about their origins. We don’t really believe the saying that ‘talking about music is like dancing about architecture’. All proceeds to Help Musicians: helpmusicians.org.uk/ Ages 12+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £7.50 (Child and Conc £5)
1. Saturday 6th July – 6.30pm to 7.20pm (Doors 6.15pm) – www.wegottickets.com/event/617314
2. Thursday 11th July – 6.30pm to 7.20pm - (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617317
ECHOES OF TRANSFORMATION - Rees Webster (Oboe) & Friends. Music + Art Series.
Themselves transformed through re-telling and re-interpretation, Ovid’s Metamorphoses have inspired countless reactions since they were written over 2000 years ago. In a performance featuring music inspired by Ovid’s Metamorphoses, poetry readings and live improvisation, explore how the meaning of these tales endures in many musical and poetic re-imaginings.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10 (Child Free)
1. Sunday 21st July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618001/
2. Sunday 21st July – 8.30pm to 9.30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618002
GOLDEN TREASURES - Basin Street Jazz & Blues
Basin Street Jazz & Blues brings you an eclectic mix of the best in jazz and blues. They’ll share with you their own unique style and personality. Outstanding musicianship along with effortless intuitive vocals from Jules M Scott, for which they have earned a strong reputation.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £12 (Child £6, Conc £10)
1. Sunday 7th July – 7.30pm to 10pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617321
2. Tuesday 16th July - 7:30pm to 10pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617324
GRACE - TOUR - Joe Bayliss
Unafraid to share life's experiences but performing with an overwhelming feeling of warmth and humour dragging you in, Joe launches his new album 'GRACE' late '24. Prior to launch, a few selected venues will hear some of the beautiful songs from the album.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (Child £2, Conc £6)
1. Friday 12th July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) – www.wegottickets.com/event/617331
2. Friday 19th July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617335
HANNAH BRINE LIVE AT THE GREEN MAN GALLERY - Hannah Brine
Join singer-songwriter Hannah Brine for a night of original music. Likened to Carol King & Norah Jones, her Fringe '23 date sold out, so get your tickets while you can.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £13 (Child and Conc £9)
1. Saturday 13th July - 6:30pm to 7:30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617482
2. Saturday 20th July - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617484
LET'S SEE WHAT HAPPENS - Annette Gregory
I have been told that without a theme an audience does not have a hook and so won’t come to a gig...This may be true... However, I think my audience can think for themselves and know that I have a love of jazz with a soulful feel.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £15
Wednesday 3rd July - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617488
MISSION: MENDELSSOHN'S OCTET - Sheffield Music Academy. Music + Art Series.
Felix Mendelssohn was just 16 when he wrote the world’s most famous music for eight string players. The mission: students and staff explore Felix and his friends’ amazing music and stories. Performed by children, for children and those of any age with a curious mind. 2023 'Best Show' award winners.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £5 (Child - Free)
Wednesday 17th July – 7pm to 8.45pm (Doors 6.30pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618005
MUSIC & MYTH (LEGENDS FROM THE CELTIC ISLES) - Jon Pickard (Harp-Guitar)
Winner Solo Instrumental Fringe Award 2021, nominated Music Show 2023. Music & Myth transports audiences back to times when bards played music and told stories around the fire. Beautiful music and ancient tales, with video images and music composed for this presentation. A fun-filled event for the young at heart.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a) & Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £12 (Child and Conc £10)
1. Thursday 11th July – Ground Floor Gallery - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617490
2. Friday 12th July – Workshop Room - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618006
3. Friday 12th July - Ground Floor Gallery - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618009
4. Saturday 13th July – Workshop Room - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618018
5. Saturday 13th July - Ground Floor Gallery - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618021
MUSIC, ART AND FREEDOM - Trilogy Ensemble - Music + Art Series
Two linked concerts: flute, harp and viola. Jazz, folk and classical music woven together by stories, art and freedom. 6:30pm: Jeff Perk’s exhibition John Bull is the setting for music by David Lancaster and Bax. 8:15pm: Inspired by gallery resident artists, with Geoff Chilton’s own music and Debussy. Expect the unexpected.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8, Child - Free)
1. Sunday 14th July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618024
2. Sunday 14th July – 8.15pm to 9.15pm (Doors 8.00pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618026
REFLECTIONS IN SONG - Danielle Banks & Ian Cleverdon
Original and covers from a brand-new musical partnership. Prolific singer-songwriter Danielle loves Americana story songs. Ian (half of folk roots acoustic duo The Huers) is a master of guitar, tenor guitar and mandolin. They first collaborated under the watchful eyes of Boo Hewerdine and Reg Meuross.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (Child and Conc £6)
Wednesday 3rd July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618031
RESPONSIBLY SAUCED (ALMOST) UNPLUGGED - Responsibly Sauced
Popular local four-piece blues/rock band takes a (relatively) unplugged stroll through its repertoire. Expect numbers from artists like Tom Petty, John Lennon, Rolling Stones and Buddy Guy. A smattering of original numbers too from Will Hawthorne, guitar, Stuart Bootle, piano, Adrian Sherwood, bass and Eric Culbert, drums/percussion.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (Child and Conc £6)
1. Friday 5th July – 7.30pm to 9.45pm - www.wegottickets.com/event/618033
2. Monday 15th July - 7.30pm to 9.45pm - www.wegottickets.com/event/618035
ROUGH AND ROWDY DAYS - LIVE - The Rough and Rowdy Collective
Alan Budge reads from his acclaimed collection of Odes to Rock and Roll, with a superb soundtrack of Sixties' and Seventies' classics performed by Will Hawthorne, and special guests Emma O'Brien and Michael Clement. Some strong language. Age 14+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £9 (Child £5, Conc £7)
Tuesday 9th July: 7.30pm to 10pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618039
SONGS AND STORIES OF TEXAS - Dimestore Dirtbags
The Dimestore Dirtbags are Sarah McConnell and Randy Horton with Keith Smitheman on percussion. They tell stories and play a mixture of alt-country originals and cover songs from or related to Texas, a place Sarah and Randy called home for many years. Mild swearing
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Child and Conc £9)
1. Sunday 14th July – 2pm to 4pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618053
2. Saturday 20th Jul - 2pm to 4pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618056
THIS ISN’T GOING TO HURT - Dr Stuart Bootle
Onetime GP and longtime accomplished pianist, Stuart really understands the healing power of music. Singing covers as varied as songs by Elton John and Ian Curtis, a few originals and with some mirthful medical anecdotes, Stuart will bring a smile to your face and get toes a tapping!
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10
Wednesday 10th July - 6:30pm to 7:30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618060
WINE, WOMEN & SONG - The Wye
Buxton-based The Wye are a trio of singers/guitarists, who regularly perform among the Green Man Gallery’s paintings. Named after the river that flows through the town, they’ll meander their way through some close-harmony favourites and aim to delight you with some new songs too. (New Writing)
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (£6 conc)
Wednesday 10th July - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618062
SPOKEN WORD
BUXTON SPOKEN WORDS LIVE! AT THE FRINGE - Buxton Spoken Words
Poets and writers from Buxton Spoken Words present their own work live and this year are pleased to feature excerpts from Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £6 (Child and Conc £4)
Monday 8th July - 7pm to 9pm (Doors 6.30pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618655
CATCHING THE FALL - POETRY BOOK LAUNCH - Rebecca Faro
Rebecca Faro launches her first book of poems, exploring themes of Dreams, Love, Grief and Memories. Imbued with zestful energy and exquisite sensitivity, her verse is both deeply personal and readily relatable, flowing with dynamism and grace. All are welcome to come and share in the experience. Aimed at adults. Ages 18+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £5 (Conc £4)
Friday 19th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618657
ON TRUTH & UNTRUTH IN SIR GAWAIN & THE GREEN KNIGHT - Michael Gibson
This marvellous poem is a puzzle… Who wrote it? Why? What is this 'Green Knight'? Can he be 'trusted'? What is the 'fault' in this 'Gawain'? Where is 'The Green Chapel'? After years living with this mysterious tale, Michael has 'stripped off its chain mail' and 'prised open the oyster'. Ages 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £9)
1. Friday 5th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618659
2. Saturday 6th Jul - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618661
3. Saturday 6th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618665
4. Sunday 7th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618667
OUTSIDE, IN THE LANEWAY, UNDER THE STARS - Hard Times
From Canada. Autobiographical mélange of theatrical monologue, storytelling, and spoken word. This is the tale of a gay, bullied small-town kid who found refuge in theatre. In two stand-alone parts: Part I (3,4 Jul) and Part II (5,6 Jul). 'Captivating storytelling, evocative imagery' **** Prague Fringe review 2023 Adult themes, swearing. Ages 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £7)
NB A combined ticket for both Part I & Part II is also available from the gallery in person or by phone. Both performances must be booked at the same time.: Full price £15 (Conc £10)
Part I (1): Wednesday 3rd July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618669
Part I (2): Thursday 4th July – 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618671
Part II (1): Friday 5th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618673
Part II (2): Saturday 6th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.45am) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618675
THEATRE
LIFE'S LITTLE VICTOMS - Page2Stage Creatives
Get ready for a side-splitting, fourth-wall breaking adventure in Life's Little VicToms! This sit-com-meets theatre masterpiece follows a middle age couple who just can't catch a break. Join them in two very different scenarios as they tackle the ups and downs of everyday life.
Moderate language, adult themes and innuendo. Ages 16+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets : £12 (Conc £10)
Thursday 4th July - 7:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618701
THE REMARKABLE DELIVERANCES OF ALICE THORNTON - Debbie Cannon
1668. Mrs Alice Thornton - widow, mother, and daughter of the late Lord Deputy of Ireland - begs your presence at a defence of her life, including her many miraculous deliverances from death, and a dreadful scandal. Written and performed by Debbie Cannon.
Contains themes of bereavement and infant loss. Ages 12+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Child and Conc £8)
1. Sunday 7th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618704
2. Monday 8th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618706
3. Tuesday 9th July – noon to 1pm (Doors 11.45am) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618708
4. Wednesday 10th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.45am) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618710
5. Thursday 11th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618712
WITHOUT MALICE OR ILL WILL - Hand On The Tap
First a miner, then a copper, now he's neither and he's facing his past. Without Malice or Ill Will returns on the 40th anniversary of the miners' strike. 'The writing is superb: nothing is wasted, every line matters' 'Ray Castleton, both writer and performer, is pitch perfect' Fringe Guru Contains strong language and descriptions of violence. Ages 15+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Thursday 4th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618714
2. Friday 5th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618716
3. Friday 12th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618718
4. Saturday 13th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618733
5. Sunday 14th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618735
VISUAL ART EVENTS - Click here for information
ANGELA BRA: MICRORAVE - Angela Bra
The Buxton Fringe 2023 Award Nominated show returns! Musical comedy drag queen, Miss Angela Bra, waves her daughters off to uni and hosts her own kitchen disco. But as her social media friends cancel one by one she’s left wondering who’ll come to her party of pop, parodies and puns... Age 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
Saturday 6th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616950
ANGELA BRA: SOCIAL CALENDAR GIRL - Angela Bra
Sex & Relationship Education is on the timetable and musical comedy drag queen (and Buxton Fringe Best Comedy Show 2023 Nominee), Miss Angela Bra, is your supply teacher for this special lesson on how to handle yourself in any social situation. Includes Hen Do’s (and Don’ts) and Angela’s gameshow, SnatchPhrase! Age 18+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Saturday 13th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616959
2. Friday 19th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616961
ANNIE & ANGELA'S DUMBGENZ & DRAGQUEENZ - Annie Sup and Angela Bra
Following a disastrous pub crawl, 40-something BFF’s Annie Sup and Angela Bra fall through a lipsync-hole into a parallel dimension of drag-powered musical comedy tucked full of swords and sassery. Are they for real? I’ve seen Stranger Things... Previous winners of Best Musical Comedy at the Morecambe Fringe. Age 18+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Friday 12th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616963
2. Saturday 20th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): www.wegottickets.com/event/616965
ARANCINI: BALLS OF FUN - Arancini Productions
Arancini presents modern life viewed through a quirky lens with a mix of comedy sketches, spoken word and songs. They are Helen Rice (recent support for Tom Wrigglesworth) and Sarah Carratt (Buxton Fringe veteran with I’ll Have What She’s Having) - two middle-aged women who really should know better. Possible swearing & adult themes. Ages 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £12 (Child and Conc £8)
1. Thursday 4th July - 8pm to 9pm Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/616967
2. Wednesday 10th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617216
3. Wednesday 17th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617218
THE BOOBY TRAP - Samantha Day
Breasts loom large in our culture but why? ‘Titologist’ Samantha Day gets her tit jokes out and exposes some big... issues. A sophisticated, interesting and funny new show from Amused Moose Award nominee at the Edinburgh Fringe, Comedy Store King Gong Winner and New Comedian of the Year 2022. Age 18+. Adult themes.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £7.50)
Wednesday 17th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617284
THE END OF THE WORLD SHOW - Mark Speed
This show will change your afterlife! Which religion guarantees free booze for eternity? Will your pet be allowed in heaven? Join Nice Mr Death for this multimedia show as he helps you find the best End Times deal. ‘Worth a watch before the Fringe’s final countdown’ **** ThreeWeeks
Age 16+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Monday 8th July - 6pm to 6.55pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617288
2. Wednesday 10th July - 6pm to 6:55pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617290
3. Thursday 11th July - 8pm to 8:55pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617292
THE GENERATIONS GAME - Samantha Day
Generation eXpert Samantha discovers which generation is the best. Complex ideas made simple for even the most average of audiences. History's best black and white thinker, Samantha explores sex, money, pronouns and social media - find out if you were smart enough to be born at the right time. Age 18+. Adult themes.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets £10 (Conc £7.50)
Thursday 18th July – 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617286
HENRY - THE GRANDFATHER & GODFATHER OF JEWISH COMEDY - Henry Churniavsky
Henry Churniavsky returns for a third year as a well worn Grandfather with an updated show. Getting Jew Respect from the family (Godfather.) Learning how to survive in this modern world, learning new things from my grandson and getting old...not gracefully.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £9, Child £6)
Sunday 7th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617294
IT JUST SO HAPPENED - AN ALTERNATIVE HISTORY SHOW - Mirth of Forth Productions
Award-winning stand-up comedian Richard Pulsford hosts this alternative history show. Three comedians and history buffs perform short stand-up sets based ‘on this day’ in history before exploring some of the history of Buxton. Recorded for the It Just So Happened history podcast via @ItJustSo1 and www.ItJustSoHappened.co.uk Age 14+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £9 (Conc £7)
Saturday 20th July - 6:30pm to 7:30pm (Doors 6.15pm): wegottickets.com/event/617297
A POLITICAL BRUNCH - Jesters Dublin
Following sell-out shows at Buxton Fringe in 2022 and 2023, Jesters Dublin are back with this fun take on politics for anyone who is up early!
Possible (audience) swearing, Age 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Friday 12th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.30am): wegottickets.com/event/617299
2. Saturday 13th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.30am): wegottickets.com/event/617301
3. Sunday 14th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.30am): wegottickets.com/event/617303
SH*T LAWYER - Abigail Rolling
Abby has been chained to a radiator in the magistrates' court for almost 30 years. With misanthropic mirth she pulls back the curtain on a criminal justice system in terminal decline. The stories are true, the crisis real. Dark. Funny. Underfunded. And that's just her. Age 16+. Adult themes inc. substance abuse.
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8.50)
1. Sunday 14th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm): wegottickets.com/event/617305
2. Thursday 18th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm): www.wegottickets.com/event/617307
MUSIC
CHARLIE MORITZ - OF SHOES AND SHIPS AND SEALING WAX - Charlie Moritz
Of Shoes and Ships and Sealing Wax… well maybe not sealing wax… (yet!), but this entertaining singer-songwriter and skilful guitarist’s repertoire does indeed ‘talk of many things’. Charlie’s set moves through modern, trad, funny, serious and sad - from sharply observational to movingly heartfelt. An engaging, tuneful hour for sure.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10 (Child and Conc £8)
1. Saturday 6th July – 8.30pm to 9.30pm (Doors 8.15pm) – www.wegottickets.com/event/617310
2. Friday 19th July – 8.30pm to 9.30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617312
DANCING ABOUT ARCHITECTURE - Ian Bowns
All songs have a time, a place and a writer, even if their identity is lost under cover of ‘trad’ or ‘anon’. You’ll hear traditional and contemporary folksongs, and see some text and images about their origins. We don’t really believe the saying that ‘talking about music is like dancing about architecture’. All proceeds to Help Musicians: helpmusicians.org.uk/ Ages 12+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £7.50 (Child and Conc £5)
1. Saturday 6th July – 6.30pm to 7.20pm (Doors 6.15pm) – www.wegottickets.com/event/617314
2. Thursday 11th July – 6.30pm to 7.20pm - (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617317
ECHOES OF TRANSFORMATION - Rees Webster (Oboe) & Friends. Music + Art Series.
Themselves transformed through re-telling and re-interpretation, Ovid’s Metamorphoses have inspired countless reactions since they were written over 2000 years ago. In a performance featuring music inspired by Ovid’s Metamorphoses, poetry readings and live improvisation, explore how the meaning of these tales endures in many musical and poetic re-imaginings.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10 (Child Free)
1. Sunday 21st July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618001/
2. Sunday 21st July – 8.30pm to 9.30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618002
GOLDEN TREASURES - Basin Street Jazz & Blues
Basin Street Jazz & Blues brings you an eclectic mix of the best in jazz and blues. They’ll share with you their own unique style and personality. Outstanding musicianship along with effortless intuitive vocals from Jules M Scott, for which they have earned a strong reputation.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £12 (Child £6, Conc £10)
1. Sunday 7th July – 7.30pm to 10pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617321
2. Tuesday 16th July - 7:30pm to 10pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617324
GRACE - TOUR - Joe Bayliss
Unafraid to share life's experiences but performing with an overwhelming feeling of warmth and humour dragging you in, Joe launches his new album 'GRACE' late '24. Prior to launch, a few selected venues will hear some of the beautiful songs from the album.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (Child £2, Conc £6)
1. Friday 12th July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) – www.wegottickets.com/event/617331
2. Friday 19th July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617335
HANNAH BRINE LIVE AT THE GREEN MAN GALLERY - Hannah Brine
Join singer-songwriter Hannah Brine for a night of original music. Likened to Carol King & Norah Jones, her Fringe '23 date sold out, so get your tickets while you can.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £13 (Child and Conc £9)
1. Saturday 13th July - 6:30pm to 7:30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617482
2. Saturday 20th July - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617484
LET'S SEE WHAT HAPPENS - Annette Gregory
I have been told that without a theme an audience does not have a hook and so won’t come to a gig...This may be true... However, I think my audience can think for themselves and know that I have a love of jazz with a soulful feel.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £15
Wednesday 3rd July - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617488
MISSION: MENDELSSOHN'S OCTET - Sheffield Music Academy. Music + Art Series.
Felix Mendelssohn was just 16 when he wrote the world’s most famous music for eight string players. The mission: students and staff explore Felix and his friends’ amazing music and stories. Performed by children, for children and those of any age with a curious mind. 2023 'Best Show' award winners.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £5 (Child - Free)
Wednesday 17th July – 7pm to 8.45pm (Doors 6.30pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618005
MUSIC & MYTH (LEGENDS FROM THE CELTIC ISLES) - Jon Pickard (Harp-Guitar)
Winner Solo Instrumental Fringe Award 2021, nominated Music Show 2023. Music & Myth transports audiences back to times when bards played music and told stories around the fire. Beautiful music and ancient tales, with video images and music composed for this presentation. A fun-filled event for the young at heart.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a) & Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £12 (Child and Conc £10)
1. Thursday 11th July – Ground Floor Gallery - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/617490
2. Friday 12th July – Workshop Room - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618006
3. Friday 12th July - Ground Floor Gallery - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618009
4. Saturday 13th July – Workshop Room - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618018
5. Saturday 13th July - Ground Floor Gallery - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618021
MUSIC, ART AND FREEDOM - Trilogy Ensemble - Music + Art Series
Two linked concerts: flute, harp and viola. Jazz, folk and classical music woven together by stories, art and freedom. 6:30pm: Jeff Perk’s exhibition John Bull is the setting for music by David Lancaster and Bax. 8:15pm: Inspired by gallery resident artists, with Geoff Chilton’s own music and Debussy. Expect the unexpected.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8, Child - Free)
1. Sunday 14th July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618024
2. Sunday 14th July – 8.15pm to 9.15pm (Doors 8.00pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618026
REFLECTIONS IN SONG - Danielle Banks & Ian Cleverdon
Original and covers from a brand-new musical partnership. Prolific singer-songwriter Danielle loves Americana story songs. Ian (half of folk roots acoustic duo The Huers) is a master of guitar, tenor guitar and mandolin. They first collaborated under the watchful eyes of Boo Hewerdine and Reg Meuross.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (Child and Conc £6)
Wednesday 3rd July – 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618031
RESPONSIBLY SAUCED (ALMOST) UNPLUGGED - Responsibly Sauced
Popular local four-piece blues/rock band takes a (relatively) unplugged stroll through its repertoire. Expect numbers from artists like Tom Petty, John Lennon, Rolling Stones and Buddy Guy. A smattering of original numbers too from Will Hawthorne, guitar, Stuart Bootle, piano, Adrian Sherwood, bass and Eric Culbert, drums/percussion.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (Child and Conc £6)
1. Friday 5th July – 7.30pm to 9.45pm - www.wegottickets.com/event/618033
2. Monday 15th July - 7.30pm to 9.45pm - www.wegottickets.com/event/618035
ROUGH AND ROWDY DAYS - LIVE - The Rough and Rowdy Collective
Alan Budge reads from his acclaimed collection of Odes to Rock and Roll, with a superb soundtrack of Sixties' and Seventies' classics performed by Will Hawthorne, and special guests Emma O'Brien and Michael Clement. Some strong language. Age 14+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £9 (Child £5, Conc £7)
Tuesday 9th July: 7.30pm to 10pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618039
SONGS AND STORIES OF TEXAS - Dimestore Dirtbags
The Dimestore Dirtbags are Sarah McConnell and Randy Horton with Keith Smitheman on percussion. They tell stories and play a mixture of alt-country originals and cover songs from or related to Texas, a place Sarah and Randy called home for many years. Mild swearing
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Child and Conc £9)
1. Sunday 14th July – 2pm to 4pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618053
2. Saturday 20th Jul - 2pm to 4pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618056
THIS ISN’T GOING TO HURT - Dr Stuart Bootle
Onetime GP and longtime accomplished pianist, Stuart really understands the healing power of music. Singing covers as varied as songs by Elton John and Ian Curtis, a few originals and with some mirthful medical anecdotes, Stuart will bring a smile to your face and get toes a tapping!
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £10
Wednesday 10th July - 6:30pm to 7:30pm (Doors 6.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618060
WINE, WOMEN & SONG - The Wye
Buxton-based The Wye are a trio of singers/guitarists, who regularly perform among the Green Man Gallery’s paintings. Named after the river that flows through the town, they’ll meander their way through some close-harmony favourites and aim to delight you with some new songs too. (New Writing)
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £8 (£6 conc)
Wednesday 10th July - 8:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 8.15pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618062
SPOKEN WORD
BUXTON SPOKEN WORDS LIVE! AT THE FRINGE - Buxton Spoken Words
Poets and writers from Buxton Spoken Words present their own work live and this year are pleased to feature excerpts from Under Milk Wood by Dylan Thomas.
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets: £6 (Child and Conc £4)
Monday 8th July - 7pm to 9pm (Doors 6.30pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618655
CATCHING THE FALL - POETRY BOOK LAUNCH - Rebecca Faro
Rebecca Faro launches her first book of poems, exploring themes of Dreams, Love, Grief and Memories. Imbued with zestful energy and exquisite sensitivity, her verse is both deeply personal and readily relatable, flowing with dynamism and grace. All are welcome to come and share in the experience. Aimed at adults. Ages 18+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £5 (Conc £4)
Friday 19th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618657
ON TRUTH & UNTRUTH IN SIR GAWAIN & THE GREEN KNIGHT - Michael Gibson
This marvellous poem is a puzzle… Who wrote it? Why? What is this 'Green Knight'? Can he be 'trusted'? What is the 'fault' in this 'Gawain'? Where is 'The Green Chapel'? After years living with this mysterious tale, Michael has 'stripped off its chain mail' and 'prised open the oyster'. Ages 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £9)
1. Friday 5th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618659
2. Saturday 6th Jul - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618661
3. Saturday 6th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618665
4. Sunday 7th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618667
OUTSIDE, IN THE LANEWAY, UNDER THE STARS - Hard Times
From Canada. Autobiographical mélange of theatrical monologue, storytelling, and spoken word. This is the tale of a gay, bullied small-town kid who found refuge in theatre. In two stand-alone parts: Part I (3,4 Jul) and Part II (5,6 Jul). 'Captivating storytelling, evocative imagery' **** Prague Fringe review 2023 Adult themes, swearing. Ages 14+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £7)
NB A combined ticket for both Part I & Part II is also available from the gallery in person or by phone. Both performances must be booked at the same time.: Full price £15 (Conc £10)
Part I (1): Wednesday 3rd July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618669
Part I (2): Thursday 4th July – 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618671
Part II (1): Friday 5th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618673
Part II (2): Saturday 6th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.45am) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618675
THEATRE
LIFE'S LITTLE VICTOMS - Page2Stage Creatives
Get ready for a side-splitting, fourth-wall breaking adventure in Life's Little VicToms! This sit-com-meets theatre masterpiece follows a middle age couple who just can't catch a break. Join them in two very different scenarios as they tackle the ups and downs of everyday life.
Moderate language, adult themes and innuendo. Ages 16+
Venue: Ground Floor Gallery (86a)
Tickets : £12 (Conc £10)
Thursday 4th July - 7:30pm to 9:30pm (Doors 7pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618701
THE REMARKABLE DELIVERANCES OF ALICE THORNTON - Debbie Cannon
1668. Mrs Alice Thornton - widow, mother, and daughter of the late Lord Deputy of Ireland - begs your presence at a defence of her life, including her many miraculous deliverances from death, and a dreadful scandal. Written and performed by Debbie Cannon.
Contains themes of bereavement and infant loss. Ages 12+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Child and Conc £8)
1. Sunday 7th July - 8pm to 9pm (Doors 7.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618704
2. Monday 8th July - 2pm to 3pm (Doors 1.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618706
3. Tuesday 9th July – noon to 1pm (Doors 11.45am) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618708
4. Wednesday 10th July - noon to 1pm (Doors 11.45am) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618710
5. Thursday 11th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618712
WITHOUT MALICE OR ILL WILL - Hand On The Tap
First a miner, then a copper, now he's neither and he's facing his past. Without Malice or Ill Will returns on the 40th anniversary of the miners' strike. 'The writing is superb: nothing is wasted, every line matters' 'Ray Castleton, both writer and performer, is pitch perfect' Fringe Guru Contains strong language and descriptions of violence. Ages 15+
Venue: Workshop Room (86b)
Tickets: £10 (Conc £8)
1. Thursday 4th July - 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618714
2. Friday 5th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618716
3. Friday 12th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618718
4. Saturday 13th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618733
5. Sunday 14th July – 6pm to 7pm (Doors 5.45pm) - www.wegottickets.com/event/618735
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