Celebrate Valentine’s Day in a unique and unforgettable way by joining Bristol’s Slapstick Festival for its 20th-anniversary Silent Comedy Gala.
Enjoy the magic of three classic silent comedies on the big screen—exactly how they were meant to be seen—with live accompaniment from world-class musicians, including legendary keyboardist and ‘Grumpy Old Man’ star Rick Wakeman.
The evening features Buster Keaton’s iconic Steamboat Bill Jr. (1928) with live accompaniment by the European Silent Screen Virtuosi, Rick Wakeman’s improvised score for Laurel and Hardy’s Angora Love (1929), Charlie Chaplin’s The Immigrant (1917), and a tribute performance by The Matinee Idles and actor Paul McGann.
And the icing on the cake will be our very special guest host still to be announced! Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind Valentine’s Day experience.
Presented by Slapstick Festival Ltd
Format: Reserved seating
Age: PG
BSL Interpreted Performance
Doors: 19:00
Start: 19.30
Approx Running time 3 hours (including 20min interval)
All timings are approximate and subject to change
A fabulous feast of fun”
Bristol 24-7
VIP supporters tickets
Package includes:
Exclusive souvenir laminate with ticket
• Invitation to exclusive post-gala drinks party
• Premium Seating
Limited availability
About Beacon Hall
Our new flagship venue at Bristol Beacon
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
Take a closer look at our beautifully restored venue, see what’s on and view detailed information about the performance space.
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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