Category Archives: Spoken word & theatre

Bunkerfest 2024 Recap – a community effort that raised over £1200!

Bunkerfest 2024 was a huge success, raising over £1200 for the Community Pantry – and we couldn’t have done it without you! The money raised (after event costs have been taken out) will go to funding our regular pop-up pantry … Continue reading →

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Moving Voices moves us one last time – by RKP

My post today has taken some time… It was not the last Moving Voices, but the last inside The Art House building. Which is more than a building, let’s be honest.It’s a family. It’s a lifeblood. It’s a home.. That … Continue reading →

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Anthony Fairweather back in the House!

Jez (aka Jani) here – Moving Voices is our longest running event and now the longest running open mic in Southampton. Last night, we held the last one at our current home at 178 Above Bar St and were thrilled … Continue reading →

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Introducing Bunker178 Events – the next evolution of this project!

Bunker178, post apocalyptic performance pop up – a safe haven in these times, popping up with events, performances, happenings and a community pantry. Happy 1st March! As we move into our last month at our current home, we wanted to update you … Continue reading →

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Special Guest Announcement: Moving Voices Feb ’24

On Friday 23 Feb 2024 we are delighted to host our second to last Moving Voices at our Above Bar Street location. Our special guests will be Carrie Myshkin and Andrew Butcher. Andrew Butcher is a Writer, Performer, and Puppeteer … Continue reading →

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The final season – Episode #2: Post Metal Stoner Rock meets Folk in Geburah

The one where Helen and Lewis fiddle us through Thursday, Andrew tips us over the edge on Friday an Vexmantra and Ivy Park finish off what’s let of us on Saturday. Don’t ever accuse this series of lacking in variety! … Continue reading →

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EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Jason Buck & Ravenna Grimm ‘Valentine Noire’ Dark Heart Stories & Burlesque

An antidote to a traditional Valentine’s night for couples, singles and friends. Stories of dark love and romantic horror for an alternative Valentine’s evening, joining forces with local burlesque star Ravenna Grimm, for an evening of dark love stories and … Continue reading →

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NEW GIG!! Richard Strange – An Accent Waiting To Happen // Fri 20.10.2023 7.30PM

Richard Strange will be performing his solo show, “An Accent Waiting To Happen,” at The Art House on Friday, 20th October 2023 at 7:30 PM. This show will feature new tales of his adventures, including songs, film clips, stories, readings, and gossip from his 40+ years in the arts and entertainment world. Richard Strange is a unique and captivating figure in the world of arts and entertainment, known for his work as a musician, actor, and writer. He is the founder of the proto-punk rock band The Doctors of Madness and has collaborated with various artists throughout his career. His life is a testament to the power of creativity and continues to inspire artists everywhere. Tickets for the show can be purchased through the provided link. Continue reading →

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A Southampton Summer Night – tonight!

Join us tonight for a Southampton Summer Night at Turner Sims, University of Southampton Highfield Campus. With Spitdust, Babsie Brown and the Miniature Orchestra, Pip Summers and the Wandering Waterbears and DJ Hubert Carpet & introducing Albert de Lyon. The … Continue reading →

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Moving Voices special guest announcement: Ri Baroche

We’re thrilled to welcome Ri Baroche back to our stage as our special guest for Moving Voices on 30 June 2023 following their splendid Drag ‘n’ Drop show here earlier this year. Friday 30 June from 7pm – book here … Continue reading →

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