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Backstage Bristol is an independent theatre site for Bristol theatre, arts and culture. Featuring news and reviews from venues including Bristol Old Vic, Tobacco Factory Theatres, The Wardrobe Theatre and Alma Tavern Theatre.

We list all theatre, arts and culture events free of charge in our online calendar and also welcome press releases.

Our focus is on Bristol and the neighbouring region, including Weston Super Mare, Clevedon and Bath theatre.

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Avonmeads showcase Cinema Bristol

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Circomedia Bristol

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Uncanny at Bristol Old Vic

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Brunel's SS Great Britain

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Bristol Harbourside Cranes

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Days of Significance BOVTS

The Étienne Sisters

The Étienne Sisters

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Welcome to St Pauls

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Tobacco Factory Theatres

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Bristol Tractor Run

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Bristol Christmas theatre will all be listed in this special festive section here

Christmas Theatre in Bristol

At Backstage Bristol, we love Bristol theatre, music, cultural and arts events. Check out some of the ones we've loved the most so far this year...

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