By Tommy McGrory
Burn the Cork Theatre are back at The Bungalow on Friday 25 September and on Sunday, 27 September. This year it is The Odd Couple with a difference.
This will be an afternoon of laughs as laid-back Olive makes the spur-of-the-moment decision to let the ultra-organised Flo move in. What starts as a kind gesture quickly turns into complete domestic chaos! Packed with laugh-out-loud moments, this fresh female take on the classic comedy is full of heart and celebrates the wonderful madness of friendship. There are limited tickets on Skiddle for this afternoon and a waiting list for Sunday’s show. Doors for both are at 1.00pm.
On Friday night, 25 September, The Jam’d one of the UK’s best known and most authentic tribute to the live performance and sound of The Jam, will be at The Bungalow. The band have been gigging up and down the UK at festivals, including the I.O.W Festival, scooter rallies and most of the UK’s top music venues.
This authenticity, and knowledge, can only be achieved from years of seeing The Jam live, on many occasions, back in the day, and everyone in the band being lifelong fans. They are totally committed to giving an unforgettable, authentic performance with all the energy, passion and style of the Woking 3, and feature their own brass section. They were featured on BBC Radio 4 and described by the organisers of the I.O.W Scooter Rally as “the best Jam tribute you’ll ever see!” you won’t be disappointed! Tickets on the door from 7pm.
Saturday afternoon, 26 September, it is another free entry gig with Bits n Pieces who will be playing a set full of the best mod tunes ever, and some contemporary numbers too. Doors open at 1.00pm.
Saturday night, 26 September, Shardlake are back to play their show Rock of Ages. It is free entry from 7.00pm.
The Bungalow Jam kicks off at 7.00pm on Tuesday, 29 September. This week’s entertainment includes music, games, a quiz and the usual Open Mic. This is free entry.
The Bungalow Wednesday Club starts at 2.00pm with an afternoon of fun from singer John Griffith of The Bobby Deans Big Band the weekly quiz.
Dolan, Aidan and Keith Hayden are playing on Thursday, 1st October. Tickets on the door from 7.00pm.
Ronnie T kicks off at The Old Swan from 4.00pm on Friday night, 25 September. And following him is a live set from Kadence at 8.00pm. Tomorrow, Saturday 26 September at 4.00pm The Headhunters are on stage at 4.00pm followed by Small Town Sound at 8.00pm.
The Sunday Soul Club on 27 February, starts at 4.00pm followed by Nicola and Cammy at 6.00pm. Crawford Carlyle, who must be one of the best singers around starts at 5.00pm on Monday; Lee James on Tuesday at 3.00pm and every second Thursday at 5.00pm and alternatively sometimes it is Cammy Miller. Duncan McLellan will be onstage on Wednesday 5.00pm.
Graeme Kerr is live at The Keg on Friday night from 9.00pm and on Saturday 26 September, it will be The Rory Carroll Band from 9pm. There is a new Vinyl Hangout Night from 7.00pm to late on Sunday. On Thursday you can discover a full line up of new or up and coming talent showcasing new original material kicking. You might find your newest favourite band. It all kicks off at 9.00pm.
Underdogs are at Kennedy’s on Sunday from 3.00pm. It will be the last band at The Inn on the Corner on Sunday before it all transfers over to Sportsters. Check venue for details.
Open mics are: The Abbey at 9pm on Monday, Ugly Duck Monday at 7pm, The Gantry at 9pm on Tuesday, The Bungalow on Tuesday 7pm and the Trad Jam at The Anchor from 8pm. A new Open Mic starts at Sportsters on Tuesday 6th then on the 27th.
Finally, I had a great time at The Bull last Sunday at the Trad Jam featuring Hangdog, Esther’s Wife and others. It was packed out; I hope they do it again. Keep Music Live!
