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BEESTON ANNOUNCES FIRST EVER OXJAM TAKEOVER.
An independent quirky and eclectic music and arts festival, the Oxjam Beeston takeover will raise funds for Oxfam and will be Beeston's first ever music festival.
This year, Beeston will play host to a Takeover event for the first time ever, aiming to raise £4,000 for Oxfam. Taking place on 22nd October 2011 between 12pm 11.30pm the amazing multi-venue one-wrist-band-gives-access-to-all-venues festival will showcase local talent from across the arts world. There will be a variety of entertainment throughout the day at a number of venues situated on or around the main high street; Beeston and Chilwell Highroad.
Oxjam Beeston is delighted to confirm a host of regional and national rising talent, playing across the nine venues during the festival. Up and coming Jazz-pop band Miss 600 will be joined by Nottingham's teenage indie rock heirs Great British Weather, already on the radar of the national music press, 'Their sound has blossomed...into a post-punk math rock behemoth of exceptional proportions.' - Drowned in Sound. Joining them will be Tatebuds, folk favourites Pesky Alligator, along with surprise acts still be announced and an eclectic mix of local acts. (For the full line-up check the website listed below).
In addition to live music we promise you a heady mix of Spoken Word Poetry courtesy of, DIY Poets, Left Lion and the Nottingham Writers Society in addition to comedy presented by Miss Imp and film screenings at Frenchys Ice Cream Parlour.
Adult Tickets are £5 for which includes entry to all wrist-band entry venues across the day. Theyll be a special U18 venue at Barton House details to be confirmed.
All music is FREE between 12pm and 5.30pm. Wristband exchange will be located at Beeston Square 10am until 5.00pm with a further collection point at Chilwell Highroad to be confirmed.
Further details can be found at: http://www.oxfam.org.uk/oxjam/Info/Event/OxjamBeestonTakeover2011
http://www.facebook.com/groups/167330479980983/
To buy tickets visit:
http://www.wegottickets.com/event/135501
In store: Oxfam Books & Music Beeston (High Road Beeston).
What's On
Chilwell High Road - All venues WRISTBAND ONLY ENTRY
Beeston Town Centre - Live music, 12pm until 5.30pm FREE ENTRY
See FAQ for info on wristband purchase
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Barton House The Gallery Stage
Chilwell High Road
Family / U18s venue
12pm until 5pm
Wristband entry only
Jeanie Barton
12pm - 12.35pm
We are proud that acclaimed jazz singer-songwriter Jeanie Barton will be openning The Gallery Stage at Barton House.
Beeston Beat
1pm 5pm
A showcase of up-and-coming local bands and artists (already causing a stir in both the local and national music press).
The Bystanders
Kagoule
Great British Weather
Opie Deino
Saint Raymond
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Frenchys Ice Cream Parlour
Chilwell High Road
U18s venue
5.30pm 10pm
Wristband entry only
A chilled combination of Ice cream sundaes, with raw unplugged talent, followed by a screening of cult movies. Expect popcorn, smoothies, fresh acoustic sounds and a top film.
Beeston Beat solo acoustic
5.30pm 6.30pm
Amy Key
Frankie Rudolf
Film screening
7pm to late
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Latino Restaurant
Chilwell High Road
Comedy Showcase - bringing some Fringe vibes to your Saturday afternoon.
2pm until 5pm
Wristband entry only
A cabaret show of stand-up comedy, performance poetry and improv.
Presented by Miss Imp
Featuring stand up from:
Carl Jones
Ishi Jackson-Khan
Nick Parkhouse
Misk Hills Mountain Rambler
Elliott Bower
Steve Conlin
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Barton House The Engine Shop
Chilwell High Road
Poetry and Spoken word
5pm until 7.30pm
Wristband entry only
Expect unrivalled wit and perfected delivery as we treat you to the best of Nottinghams rich poetry scene. Presented by The Beestonian
Wes White
Candlestick Press
A lucky dip of poems about cats, dogs, bicycles, gardens and everything in between.
DIY Poets
Nottingham-based collective of poets and wordsmiths.
Left Lion
Nottingham Writers Studio
Tony Challis
Jacek Laskowski
Richard Goodson
Robin Vaughan-Williams
Pippa Hennessy
Eireann Lorsung
Sue Dymoke
Niki Valentine
John Micallef
MulletProofPoet
Aly Stoneman
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Barton House - The Gallery Stage
Chilwell High Road
Live music
7pm until 11.30pm
Wristband entry only
An eclectic cacophony of sound showcasing the best local talent from across the musical spectrum. Expect everything from math-rock to soul via folk and up-and-coming indie.
Silent Devices
Harleigh Blue
Miss 600
The After Dark Movement
Tastebuds
Drag Your Heels
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The Hop Pole
Chilwell High Road
Live music
7pm until 11.30pm
Wristband entry only
Our dedicated folk venue, expect soft harmonies and delicate finger picking fused with frivolous Irish fun.
Aistaguca
Emma Maraio
Hemlock
Emily Rachel Martin
Alex Hel
Phil Langran Band
Time Stealers
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The Chequers Inn
Chilwell High Road
Live music
7pm until 11.30pm
Wristband entry only
Beautifully haunting 80s synths and gothic ambience topped off with rip-roaring party bands.
Goose McCoy
Beck Stacey
The Death Notes
Freaky River Styx
Timothy J Simpson and the Monstrous Dead
Paper Cape
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The Bar
Chilwell High Road
7pm until 11.30pm
Wristband entry only
DJ Showcase
OXJAM Beeston is delighted to announce a special venue for those who like things a little more electronic. Expect beeps, drops and some classic four-to-the-floor.
The Bar will play host to a variety of established and up-and-coming Djs and producers.
Kemet Fms very own Damien Wells will bring his regular Saturday Night Session to Beeston.
Hell be joined by rising Dubstep producer Mr Black White, Joss Gainford and Dean H.
Belle & Jerome
High Road Beeston
12pm until 5.30pm
Free entry
Acoustic Afternoon
A blissful mix of chilled out melodies, serene strumming and witty observations, the perfect accompaniment to your afternoon tea.
Lee Smith
Roshan Rai
Stuart Wallis
The River Men
Frankie Rudolf
Yvonne Lake
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The Crown Inn
Church street, Beeston Town Centre
Live music free entry
12pm until 5pm
Kicking the proceedings off with style and swag, a wild combination of Americana, Blues, Folk & Jazz designed to get your toes tapping.
Zulu Road
Legomen
Pesky Alligators
Alan Windsor
Brilliant Corners
Crazy Heart
BHP Trio
Mozgazmic
The Commercial Inn
Wollaton Road, Beeston Town Centre
12pm until 5.30pm
Free entry
Stomping bass, heavy guitars and a little bit of attitude.
Middle 6
Satisfied Minds
Ghost Town
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