Show of Hands fans rejoice as Steve Knightley and Phil Beer, two undisputed kings of the folk, roots and acoustic scene reunite with long-term collaborator Miranda Sykes. Bass and vocal queen Sykes was much-missed during her recent sabbatical, and excitement is building around her return to the fold.
And there’s more, because the trio is expanding to include master percussionist Cormac Byrne who returns with his blistering additions by popular demand. There’s no doubt that Show of Hands the four-piece, now something of a supergroup, and their combined musicianship is guaranteed to sound nothing short of magical.
There are no support acts on this tour, and instead during the opening set each musician will introduce themselves and play in six unique duo combinations where literally anything could happen! This will be an evening spent immersed in the talents of some of the most accomplished musicians of their time, and is not to be missed.
Steve says, “With the heartbeat and harmonies that Cormac and Miranda add, we are at last creating a sound we’ve dreamed of making for twenty-five years!”.
The album and tour promise infectious new songs and a sound with more depth and intensity than ever before. Now We Are Four is destined to be the festival hit of 2020, and you saw it here first.
Standing event
14+ (Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult)
About
Steve Knightley and Phil Beer, aka Show of Hands, were voted Best Live Act at the 2004 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Knightley, who writes most of their inspired material, and Beer, a dazzling multi instrumentalist, have sold out the Royal Albert Hall three times, headlined festivals from Glastonbury to WOMAD and played all over the world.
2004 also saw Miranda Sykes join Show of Hands, developing their sound with rich harmonies and double bass. An accomplished musician in her own right, Sykes has made Show of Hands even stronger, and they continue to sell-out tours across the country.
The venue
Bath Forum
Getting to the venue
Location: Bath Forum is located 270m from Bath Spa train station.
Address: 1a Forum Buildings, St James Parade, Bath, BA1 1UG
Car parking
On street parking is available directly opposite Bath Forum on Somerset street. The nearest car park, Southgate complex multi-storey, is 45m away from the venue.
Bus
Bath Bus Station is 200m from the venue with regular services to and from Bristol. (X39, 332, 319)
Access
Mobility
Bath Forum is a wheelchair accessible venue and specific seats are available to pre-book for wheelchair users.
There is mobility parking for blue badge holders on the road opposite The Forum and in Avon Street and Southgate car park.
If you are a wheelchair user, please book tickets by calling our box office on 0117 203 4040 or email boxoffice@bristolbeacon.org
Toilets
Accessible toilets are located in the Lower Foyer area.
Baby changing facilities are also available.
Assistant Dogs
Registered assistance dogs and emotional support animals are allowed in the venue.
Hearing Facility
Hearing loop facilities are available.
Please contact the Bath Forum box office to discuss your requirements and find out more about making access bookings as easy as possible.
Join our access register to help us, help you to have an enjoyable visit.
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