Lauren Spencer Smith brings her emotionally charged, soul-drenched pop back to the stage with The Art of Being a Mess.
A bold, unfiltered exploration of heartbreak, healing, and everything in between. Blending stripped-back piano ballads with soaring choruses and confessional lyrics.
Her raw, Gen Z storytelling is matched by a voice that swings effortlessly from vulnerable whisper to full-throttle power, recalling the intimacy of singer-songwriters like Adele with the directness of Olivia Rodrigo. Her live shows are emotional release valves, equal parts cathartic and communal, packed with songs that feel like pages torn from a diary and sung from the heart.
Expect a night of beautifully messy, emotionally honest pop.
Presented by Live Nation & SJM Concerts
Format: Standing in Stalls, reserved seating in Tiers
Age: 14+ (Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult)
Performance times
Doors: 19.00
All timings are approximate and subject to change
Spencer Smith is pure Gen Z pop, yet her candour and the emotional resonance of her voice carry far beyond that.
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About Beacon Hall
Our new flagship venue at Bristol Beacon
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Seating plans
Seating plans
Beacon Hall has three levels that can be used in a seated or standing format. View seating plans, auditorium entrances and exits and accessible viewing areas.
Venue information
Venue information
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The venue
Beacon Hall
at Bristol Beacon
Getting to the venue
Location: Beacon Hall is located within Bristol Beacon. Head to Level 1 and follow signs to find the auditorium.
Address: Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street, Bristol, BS1 5AR
Bicycle
Bicycle racks can be found in front of the main entrance on Trenchard Street, Colston Street, and on the city centre promenade. Find your nearest cycle routes using Cycle Planner.
Car parking
Trenchard Street multi-storey car park is 200m away, directly behind Bristol Beacon.
Bristol Clean Air Zone
Bristol Beacon is inside the Bristol Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle will be charged and how much you’ll have to pay.
Bus
Most bus services stop in and around the city centre promenade, 250m from Bristol Beacon.
Access
Mobility
Spaces for wheelchair users are in:
- row S in the centre of the rear Stalls (10 spaces)
- row Z in the left and right wings at the back of Lower Tier (4 spaces, 2 on each side),
- rows G/H on the left only at the back of Upper Tier (2 spaces)
Assistance Dogs
Assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the performance space. Seats in row F are most suitable. If you prefer, you can leave your animal with a member of staff during the performance.
Hearing Facility
A Sennheiser MobileConnect assistive listening system is installed in the venue. Download the free App and use your own mobile device and headphones to listen to the performance. (Devices are available on request.)
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
We’ve got plenty of places for you to relax and refill. From coffee and cake, to delicious sharing boards, to full menus.
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