SPACE at PRSC
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
May 2024
The Improv Spotlight
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.
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Radical Love: Clowning In Conflict
Explore the role of art, humour and radical love as a form of resistance
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Advocate!
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.
Find out more »June 2024
Summer Bristol Vintage Clothing Pop Up
Thrift through racks filled with unique y2k, vintage and designer pieces.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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The Politics of Mental Health
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?
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The People’s Comedy
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!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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The Rentier City – book launch
Author Isaac Rose joins us to discuss his new book "The Rentier City: Manchester and the Making of the Neoliberal Metropolis"!
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The Whisper Club’s Universe 2: Electric YuGi-Boo
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!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »The Improv Spotlight
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.
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A&E, Accessibility & Environment Film Festival
Films about Accessibility and Inclusion, Disability, Health and the Environment.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »A is for… The Museum of Asexuality and Aromanticism
A community exhibition and hub exploring Asexual and Aromantic identities, with arts, crafts, eats, chats, books, questions and more.
Find out more »July 2024
People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »The People’s Comedy: Election Special
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!
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Bristol World Naked Bike Ride
Every year, in cities around the world, people ride bikes naked to celebrate cycling and the human body. The ride demonstrates the vulnerability of cyclists on the road, and is a protest against car culture. This year marks 20 years of World Naked Bike Rides in Bristol!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »Music in Movement
An exploration of sound, music and movement, creatively finding and voicing a shared narrative within a group of people.
Find out more »The Splattered Canvas Summer Paint Jam
The Splattered Canvas is all about having fun, getting messy and exploring creative techniques with no boundaries or rules. You will be invited to wear protective ponchos, relax and enjoy using our pendulum swings and spinning tables to create a unique piece of art to take home with you the same day.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Capitalism: A Horror Story – book launch
Author Jon Greenaway, host of the Horror Vanguard, joins us to discuss his new book "Capitalism: A Horror Story", in conversation with Mark Steven author of Splatter Capital.
Find out more »Music in Movement
An exploration of sound, music and movement, creatively finding and voicing a shared narrative within a group of people.
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Vital Signs – Hospital Workers’ Magazine Launch Meeting
Vital Signs is a new working class political project based in the BRI and Southmead Hospital. Some of the workers involved will present the first issue of the magazine and open a discussion on how we see the initiative as part of the wider struggle for revolutionary social transition.
Find out more »The Improv Spotlight
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 Groundhogs and Tales From The Wasteland.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Poetry & Art Auction Fundraiser for Palestine
Listen to poetry and bid on various art pieces to help raise funds for families in Palestine who have been displaced while fleeing the genocide Israel is perpetrating against them.
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The Beat Broth Presents: Beats n Boardgames
Boardgames, beats, bevvies and a big old bowl of soup. Free entry!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »August 2024
The People’s Comedy
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!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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High Intensity All Dayer For MAF Palestine
Hardcore / punk all dayer, with all profits being donated to Medical Aid For Palestine.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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VIVID
Light. Bright. Playful. Curated and hosted by PRSC, this colourful summer show features work from Fishlock, Zubieta, SLEVEN, Max Middlewood, MERNY, Sepr and Turbo Island.
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Sketch Factory LIFE DRAWING Extravaganza
One of a kind poses in a fun atmosphere with drinks & music. No nudies, but lots of creative outfits & accessories!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »The Improv Spotlight
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 an Unscripted Players special! The two shows this month were produced, directed and cast from the company, they are: Whose Pulse Is This Anyway? and What Happened In The Interval.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »September 2024
People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Public Meeting: Turbo Island for the People
Turbo Island is up for sale - ideally we can get it into community ownership in some form. This open meeting aims to "pool our knowledge, create a fundraising strategy, and share our collective vision for a future Turbo Island", and gathers together many of those who've already started fundraising, representatives from PRSC and Stokes Croft Land Trust, and anyone else with big ideas and a willingness to get stuck in.
Find out more »The People’s Comedy
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!
Find out more »If Loving Eyes Could Speak
A free exhibition and open mic featuring Lucy Seniz, Eloise Myers and Belisy.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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People’s Art Club Exhibition
Exhibition featuring a wide variety of artwork produced at PAC over the last two years, with creative workshops and activities throughout the weekend.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Public Meeting: Save Turbo Island
Turbo Island is up for sale - ideally we can get it into community ownership in some form. These open meetings aim to "pool our knowledge, create a fundraising strategy, and share our collective vision for a future Turbo Island", all welcome, we need you!
Find out more »The Improv Spotlight
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 Red Room and Table Read.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »October 2024
People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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TU Anon: How to Start a Trade Union Campaign
TU Anon sessions are short and simple workshops for campaigning or organising in your workplace, with plenty of time to chat and ask questions.
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Experimental Photography Talks
Join us for an evening of talks on experimental photography, celebrating the launch of the Experimental Photography Open Air Exhibition - an installation of large scale works from Millee Tibbs on our Outdoor gallery wall.
Find out more »The People’s Comedy
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!
Find out more »Kaleidoscope Fusion Dance
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.
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Bristol Vintage Clothing Pop Up
Thrift through racks filled with unique y2k, vintage and designer pieces. Free entry!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Talking to Your Neighbours About Palestine
Want to take action for Palestine? Learn to have conversations about it and support the boycott
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Cut & Paste Collage Club
Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Education and Socialism 1: Bullshit Pedagogy
Why do educators spend so much time ticking boxes and what should we do about it?
Find out more »Congo Week Film Screening of ‘Lumumba’
A Bristol Solidarity Cafe X BadApple Bristol collaboration to screen 'Lumumba' for Congo Week.
Find out more »The Improv Spotlight
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 What's Your Star Sign? and Secrets From The 6th Floor.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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The Crowd Creativity Show feat. Star Captain
Join the comedy show where everybody in the room gets to be creative! Your fearless host will dance, paint, write poetry and sing for your entertainment - all directed by you and your phone. Every idea, no matter how ridiculous, will become part of a collective act of chaotic creativity, mediated by the latest computer technology. It's art, Jim, but not as we know it!
Find out more »Muneera Pilgrim: Spoken Word: Stokes Croft Calling
Award-winning spoken word artist Muneera Pilgrim brings her razor sharp observation to a specially commissioned performance at PRSC. Capturing the essence of Stokes Croft, Muneera will use her unique power to spark connections, nourishing us with ideas that we’ll carry with us around the street.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Zombies, Dead Labour + Socialism
A special screening of George Romero's zombie classic 'Night of the Living Dead (1968)', followed by a discussion about the political ideas presented in the film.
Find out more »November 2024
The People’s Comedy: USA Election Special
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!
Find out more »Kaleidoscope Fusion Dance
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.
Find out more »Bristol Women’s Voice Choir – Raise your Voice through Song
Join us for a weekly choir session with Gena Rose and raise your voice through song.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »Trade Unionists Anonymous
TU Anon sessions are short and simple workshops for campaigning or organising in your workplace, with plenty of time to chat and ask questions.
Find out more »Cut & Paste Collage Club
Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.
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Flooka TEA-total Music Night
Discover Flooka TEA-total Music, an intimate musical journey through Middle Eastern sounds. Sip unlimited specialty tea while immersing yourself in soulful melodies. Experience the power of music to unite and connect in a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a sense of community among enthusiasts.
Find out more »Bristol Women’s Voice Choir – Raise your Voice through Song
Join us for a weekly choir session with Gena Rose and raise your voice through song.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »W.E. Irish Trad Music Session
Looking for a lively evening filled with toe-tapping tunes and a heartwarming community vibe? Look no further! W.E. Irish is thrilled to invite you to an unforgettable night of traditional Irish music, featuring the fantastic UpTones!
Find out more »Blue Metaphor presents “Stories Beneath the Skin”
Blue Metaphor Ltd presents "Stories beneath the skin", the first of a series of themed events bringing all art forms together, with filmmaking at the center. Led by Bristol -based producer and director Sheherazade Bodin and owner of Blue Metaphor Ltd, the production company aims to help filmmakers, writers and any creative voices develop their projects portraying social and/or cultural matters. This event is open to all creatives and those with passion projects looking for production support. In particular, those…
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Slow Fashion Playground – Reclaim Your Wardrobe! – Afterparty
A celebration of Bristol's slow fashion community! Come join in seeing off a wicked day of workshops at Sparks, for a little music from some great DJs and a very special Scrappy Fashion Show at PRSC.
Find out more »Bristol Women’s Voice Choir – Raise your Voice through Song
Join us for a weekly choir session with Gena Rose and raise your voice through song.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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People’s Art Fair: Winter 2024
Acting as a celebration of culture and expressive art, the People’s Art Fair is open to artists, makers, photographers, painters, sculptors and creatives of all shapes and flavours. We know art isn’t just paintings hanging on walls, so the People’s Art Fair includes an art market, and all sorts of creative workshops and activities.
Find out more »Life Drawing & Print Sale with The Loovre
The Loovre will be hosting a life drawing event and a print sale of photography/art from a range of artists.
Find out more »The Improv Spotlight
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 Pressure Cooker and The Improvised Adventures of Star Captain.
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Audio Collage Workshop with Kat Martian
Collaboratively draw a visual score, then perform it using only voices in this interactive workshop from Kat Martian.
Find out more »Bristol Women’s Voice Choir – Raise your Voice through Song
Join us for a weekly choir session with Gena Rose and raise your voice through song.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in – Collage Badge Making!
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »Cut & Paste Collage Club
Delve deep into our boxes of paper goodies and cut-paste-rip-tear-scrunch-staple-glue together a weird & wonderful collage.
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People’s Art Fair Winter Makers Market!
Want to shop local and support artists, makers and small businesses? Come on down to our makers’ market! As well as being able to see the People’s Art Fair in situ, there’ll be extra arts, crafts and lovely things available to buy. Bring cash!
Find out more »December 2024
Bristol Women’s Voice Choir – Raise your Voice through Song
Join us for a weekly choir session with Gena Rose and raise your voice through song.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
Find out more »Trade Unionists Anonymous
TU Anon sessions are short and simple workshops for campaigning or organising in your workplace, with plenty of time to chat and ask questions.
Find out more »The People’s Comedy
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!
Find out more »Bristol Women’s Voice Choir – Raise your Voice through Song
Join us for a weekly choir session with Gena Rose and raise your voice through song.
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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Observance: A mixed media exhibition in The Loovre
Observance: a celebration of the end of the year, exploring ideas of ritual and ceremony. Art, prints and live music.
Find out more »The Improv Spotlight: Holiday Special
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 it's a holiday special with festive versions of local shows!
Find out more »People’s Art Club & Community Drop-in
Make some art, have a cup of tea & a chat, pick up some Dope Magazines, a sleeping bag or tent.
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