SPACE at PRSC

Address
17-25 Jamaica St
Bristol, BS2 8JW United Kingdom Get Directions
Phone 0117 214 0029
Website https://prsc.org.uk/the-space/

SPACE is located in a historic building, and has been beautifully and sensitively restored to allow maximum flexibility for hosting creative events and exhibitions.

The Space is used to host events based around Film/Documentary screenings, Art/Photography exhibitions, workshops, meetings, Music/Theatre performances, rehearsal space and more. More info and venue hire

Events at this venue

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  • A is for… The Museum of Asexuality and Aromanticism

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A community exhibition and hub exploring Asexual and Aromantic identities, with arts, crafts, eats, chats, books, questions and more.

    Free

  • A&E, Accessibility & Environment Film Festival

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    Films about Accessibility and Inclusion, Disability, Health and the Environment.

    Donation

  • The Improv Spotlight

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Immerse yourself in the world of unscripted comedy as two talented groups from our vibrant community take centre stage, weaving unique stories, characters, and humour on the spot for your entertainment. This month under the Spotlight we have Last Day On Earth and RedPython.

    PWYC from £5

  • The Whisper Club’s Universe 2: Electric YuGi-Boo

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Bristol's favourite moustached drag duo BooHoo Mann (Bath Drag Performer of the Year) and YuGiHoe (Jessica Jungle's IGBAS Winner) have only gone and done it and started their own show. Scrap that, their own universe!

    £10/13

  • The Rentier City – book launch

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Author Isaac Rose joins us to discuss his new book "The Rentier City: Manchester and the Making of the Neoliberal Metropolis"!

    Suggested donation of £3

  • The People’s Comedy

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!

    From £8

  • The Politics of Mental Health

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    Mental health affects us all, and yet it remains elusive as a concept. Does getting a diagnosis help or hinder? How is mental wellbeing, which is often incredibly personal, driven by widespread societal suffering? Can it be a social construct and real at the same time?

    £4.50 - £9

  • Summer Bristol Vintage Clothing Pop Up

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    Thrift through racks filled with unique y2k, vintage and designer pieces.

    Free entry

  • Advocate!

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Can the arts help the medical profession to treat patients with hard to see conditions, & hard to understand experiences, more effectively? An exhibition curated by students on the intercalated BA in Medical Humanities at the University of Bristol.

    Free entry

  • Radical Love: Clowning In Conflict

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    Explore the role of art, humour and radical love as a form of resistance

    £40 - £75

  • The Improv Spotlight

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Immerse yourself in the world of unscripted comedy as two talented groups from our vibrant community take centre stage, weaving unique stories, characters, and humour on the spot for your entertainment. This month under the Spotlight we have The Grumpkins and Up The Antics.

    PWYC from £5

  • Momentum

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    A group exhibition showing the collaborations between 14 photographers, exploring multiple themes and styles.

    Free entry

  • To Build a Bigger Table – Rehearsed Reading

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Join us for a rehearsed reading of a new play exploring the lived experience of foster carers of unaccompanied asylum-seeking children!

    £3

  • British Kendama Open 2024

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Celebrating another year of Kendama, culminating in an event to find out who will become this years British Kendama Champion!

    £15

  • Kaleidoscope Fusion Dance Party

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    We throw dance parties where all bodies are invited. You already know how to dance, we're just here to give you permission to embrace all of the ways your body wants to move.

    £5-15

  • The People’s Comedy

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!

    From £7.50

  • You Don’t Need to See This

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    An exhibition of the work of a group of second year photography students from UWE Bristol

    Free entry

  • Jam On Jamaica Street

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Bringing the community together with music inspired by the history of Stokes Croft

    From £6

  • Alcove

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    A night of spoken word poetry, open mic, photography and film

    £6 adv / £7 OTD

  • Makers’ Market

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    Shop local and support small businesses at our makers' market!

    Free entry

  • Stitch it Yourself! Felt Decorations Workshop

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    Hand stitch a decoration or brooch using felt, threads and fabric scraps.

    Pay-what-you-can from £5

  • Cut & Paste Collage Club

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.

    Pay-what-you-can/donation

  • Sketch Factory LIFE DRAWING Extravaganza

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    One of a kind poses in a fun atmosphere with drinks & music. No nudies, but lots of creative outfits & accessories!

    Pay-what-you-can/donation

  • Drop-in Tile Decorating Workshop

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Choose your faves from our massive collection of vintage & modern water-slide transfers, then collage them onto a ceramic tile coaster or trivet.

    £15-22

  • The Improv Spotlight

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Immerse yourself in the world of unscripted comedy as two talented groups from our vibrant community take centre stage, weaving unique stories, characters, and humour on the spot for your entertainment. This month under the Spotlight we have Clones and Beansville.

    PWYC from £5

  • Turmeric Photography Workshop

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    Learn how to make photographs using turmeric and the action of light, with experimental photographer Justin Quinnell. This amazing historical process uses safe materials which can be found in a kitchen and creates beautiful images in a few minutes.

    Pay-what-you-can/donation

  • People’s Art Fair

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    This open submission group exhibition celebrates creativity in all its many forms. Open daily from 12:00 - 18:00.

    Free entry

  • People’s Art Fair: Opening Night

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Join us for the opening night of the People's Art Fair - be among the first to see all the amazing artwork on offer, access your inner artist with some fun & easy creative activities, and have a drink while you browse, schmooze & enjoy live electronica from The Vortex.

    Free

  • The People’s Comedy

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!

    From £7.50

  • Sensitivity Sound Program #3

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Dub, experimental, drone, industrial and noise, beamed via the CGC Soundsystem to ensure it be felt in the fibres of the soul. Stratospheric and confounding visuals for maximum disorientation.

    £10 adv, £12 OTD

  • Blue Stories: Sunday Stories & Soup

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    A night of exceptional storytelling, beautiful traditional music, and immersive theatre experience energised by a harmonious improvised transcendental musical medley.

    PWYC from £10

  • Lighthouse of Alexandria Digital Launch

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Establishing a cultural platform to magnify and spread the love of the arts and cultural collaboration.

    £8

  • Splattered Canvas Mothers Day Paint Jam

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A unique and creative way to show your love this Mothers Day. Bring along someone you love or the whole family for an unforgettable experience - spin, splat, spray and swing paint until your heart (and canvas) is content!

    From £25

  • The Art of Astrophysics

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    Traverse the galaxies and marvel at the universe's mysteries through artistic interpretations, at these free drop-in sessions of engaging activities to learn more about the cosmos.

    Free

  • Kaleidoscope XXL

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    We throw dance parties where all bodies are invited. You already know how to dance, we're just here to give you permission to embrace all of the ways your body wants to move.

  • The Improv Spotlight

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Immerse yourself in the world of unscripted comedy as two talented groups from our vibrant community take centre stage, weaving unique stories, characters, and humour on the spot for your entertainment. This month under the Spotlight we have Table Read and Tales From The Wasteland.

    PWYC from £5

  • The People’s Comedy

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!

    From £7.50

  • REAL STREET Fundraiser

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Bringing some of Bristol’s finest creatives together, to raise funds for a new project, aiming to make creative arts more accessible to people experiencing homelessness in Bristol.

  • SpaceSake & Jaq’d Up Presents – BUMBA CLASS

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Get ready to shake & move! Jaq'd Up 2024 Presents - BUMBA CLASS, the hottest Afrobeat/Amapiano fusion filled exercise session!

    £6

  • Splattered Canvas Valentines Day Paint Party

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Spend this Valentines Day on a unique date, have a drink at the bar and get messy together throwing, spinning, swinging and flicking paint to create an unforgettable memory, preserved on canvas to take home and hang on the wall.

    £45 for two people

  • Flooka TEA-total Music Night

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Sip unlimited specialty tea while immersing yourself in soulful melodies.
    Unlimited Tea on Tap | Intimate Gig | Community of Music Lovers

    7.50

  • Are You Complaisant?

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A politically-driven debut art exhibition, featuring local artists, poets and anti-music bands.

    Free

  • The People’s Comedy

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!

    From £7.50

  • Snowdrop Stomp!

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Creative gathering , Open gallery, open mic, ecstatic dance event.

    Pay as you feel

  • Karl Marx

    Marxist Microdosing

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    Clear and simple explanations of some of the basic building blocks of Marxism.

    £3 or PWYC

  • Left Attitudes on War

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    What stance should socialists take when their country is involved in a war? How does the media twist perceptions of conflicts in order to garner support at home? Do foreign interventions ever achieve their stated goals?

    £3 donation

  • Liberation Theology – Religion & Socialism

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    What is the relationship between religion and socialism? Should there even be one? What can a largely secular movement take and learn from faith traditions? How can leftwing and faith communities work together to improve society today? This week we look at liberation theology: a combination of Christian social teaching and Marxist socio-political analysis.

    £3 or PWYC

  • Splattered Canvas Paint Jam

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Join The Splattered Canvas to paint away any January blues! Explore your inner creativity and let loose, whilst creating a unique painting to take home with you. Play has no age - this event is suitable for everyone!

    From £25

  • Global Citizenship Education Workshop

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    We have a window of opportunity that only comes every other generation – will we take it or waste it? Across the PRALER network we will take it! Join us and walk as one with communities building a new world of Global Justice.

    Free

  • Left Attitudes on War #5

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    What stance should socialists take when their country is involved in a war? How does the media twist perceptions of conflicts in order to garner support at home? Do foreign interventions ever achieve their stated goals?

    £3 donation

  • The People’s Comedy

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!

    From £7.50

  • POSTPONED: Art & Jazz Showcase

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Showcasing some inspiring hidden talent in Bristol, come and browse the beautiful artwork created by non professional and student artists. This will be paired with live music from acoustic Jazz artists featuring Chloe et Al.

    £5

  • Jack and The Beanstalk – A Pissed Panto!

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Join us for a tipsy take on the traditional Christmas pantomime - Jack and the Beanstalk! Event is 18+.

    £6 - £10

  • WMN Magazine Issue #3 Launch Party

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A free evening of creative networking, music and dance. Come along to celebrate the New Moon with more female artists and discover more about the WMN Community.

    Free entry

  • Left Attitudes on War – Technology

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    What stance should socialists take when their country is involved in a war? How does the media twist perceptions of conflicts in order to garner support at home? Do foreign interventions ever achieve their stated goals?

    £3 donation

  • Rapha Studio Farewell Party

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A day of acoustic music and art workshops for the community, celebrating the life and creativity of Rapha Dufresne.

    Donation

  • Drop-in Screen Printing Taster

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Try your hand at screen printing in our secret screen print studio! Choose either a tote bag or A3 print, then use our prepared screens to print your design.

    £10-15

  • Drop-in Tile Decorating Workshop

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    Rummage through our vintage & new water-slide transfers, then collage them onto a ceramic tile. Drop-in session, no booking required.

    £15-20

  • Community Dinner & Open Meeting for Planet Repairs

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    We have a window of opportunity that only comes every other generation – will we take it or waste it? Across the PRALER network we will take it! Join us and walk as one with communities building a new world of Global Justice.

    Free

  • People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in: Christmas Stars

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat. We love a bit of recycling, so this week we're making Christmas Stars from toilet roll tubes - bring us yours! Round or flattened is fine, please drop your donations at PRSC Space by 2pm on Tue 5 Dec.

    Free

  • ‘The Art Ting’ Makers Market & Workshops

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    Makers market & creative workshops, open 12:00 - 18:00 both days... create a manga character, join Ru Pauls Flag Race, paint a galaxy, make a bauble, some jewellery or a tote bag!

    Free entry to market, charge for workshops

  • The People’s Comedy

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    A night of political, social and cultural comedy featuring some of the most exciting grassroots comedians of Bristol and beyond - and the acts ACTUALLY get paid. Come join the revolution!

    From £7.50

  • La Linterna: Art & Propaganda Lunchtime Talk

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    Join us for a lunchtime talk about art and propaganda from Colombian print collective La Linterna on their European tour, plus a mini exhibition of their work.

    Donation

  • People’s Art Fair: Winter

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    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    This open group show celebrates creativity in all its many forms, with over 70 local artists exhibiting 250+ works of art, plus makers market, creative workshops and more. Main exhibition open 12:00 - 18:00 daily.

    Free entry

  • Left Attitudes on War #4

    SPACE at PRSC 17-25 Jamaica St, Bristol, United Kingdom

    What stance should socialists take when their country is involved in a war? How does the media twist perceptions of conflicts in order to garner support at home? Do foreign interventions ever achieve their stated goals?

    £3 donation