Friendly Brighton 45+

The Ropetackle has started a regular monthly storytelling group (for adults).
Quite a few of us went along to their various events last year, usually on the 2nd Monday of the month. They have a terrific variety of guest storytellers, and is always great fun. It's usually held in the intimate mezzanine space, but occasionally moves to the main space downstairs if it sells out particularly fast. Tickets are just £10 - a great (and very reasonably priced!) way to spend a Monday night!

If you've never seen a professional storyteller weaving their magic, give it a try - you might get hooked, like me - it really is a unique experience!

Get your ticket at:-
https://ropetacklecentre.co.uk/events/ropetackle-storytellers-deliver-us-from-evil/
and NB I'll be collecting £2 Meetup fee from all attendees, unless you've opted to set up a standing order for an annual sub of £10 to the Club account, a/c no 21633813 Sort Code 40-25-03 a/c name "Friendly Brighton" with the reference "'your Meetup name' Sub".

"Storyteller Aaron Oliver shares the forgotten story of the first recorded case of Tourette's Syndrome – a 15th Century priest who believed he was possessed by a demon. With two vicars for parents and his own Tourette's diagnosis, Aaron dives into the mind of a religious leader at war with his own body and asks: how do the stories we tell ourselves change us?
"A gripping watch with a powerful message."
"It was really moving…the time flew past."
Ropetackle Storytellers regulars Amelia Ace Armande and Joshua Crisp will be sharing short stories of hauntings and possessions."

"Jez Butterworth’s hugely acclaimed, prize-winning play – a comic, contemporary vision of life in England’s green and pleasant land. On St George’s Day, the morning of the local country fair, Johnny ‘Rooster’ Byron, local waster and Lord of Misrule, is a wanted man. The council officials want to serve him an eviction notice, his son wants to be taken to the fair, a vengeful father wants to give him a serious kicking, and a motley crew of mates wants his ample supply of drugs and alcohol." A great choice for Valentine's day!!
I hope that you can join me at NVT to see Jerusalem for the Valentine's Day evening show!
Here is the link to buy your ticket - https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/newventuretheatre/jerusalem/e-kqmell

Please note I will be collecting £2 from everyone who has not set up an annual membership standing order for Friendly 45. This is a contribution to the cost of running the Meet Up group.

This looks like a pretty comprehensive "intro" to Americana - look at that amazing music line-up, and I bet they'll have some amazing musicians crammed onto that little stage!
It's fairly pricey (for this venue) at £32 for a seated ticket, but if you don't mind standing, it's £5.50 cheaper!! But I've booked a seat!!!
Get your ticket (£32/£26.50) at:-
https://ropetacklecentre.co.uk/events/the-americana-revue/

and NB I'll be collecting £2 Meetup fee from all attendees, unless you've opted to set up a standing order for an annual sub of £10 to the Club account, a/c no 21633813 Sort Code 40-25-03 a/c name "Friendly Brighton" with the reference "'your Meetup name' Sub".

"The Americana Revue is a unique, exciting live music stage show celebrating many of the world's best loved U.S. artists & some of the most inspiring songs of a generation. Two hours of timeless, multi-million selling #1 chart hits!
Featuring music by some of the greatest singer / songwriter icons of the 20th Century, including: Bruce Springsteen, Eagles, Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac, Johnny Cash, Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Traveling Wilburys, Black Crowes, Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top & many others – performed with passion, heart & soul by a world class rockin' band – guaranteed to deliver a fantastic show.
Americana Revue are thrilled to be joined by amazing singer / multi-instrumentalist Sam Tanner as frontman / lead vocalist for select dates in 2026 + the 9 piece band showcase three fabulous female singer / dancers – Abi Orfila + sisters  Isabella Cowell & Sophia Jones.
Ex-Suzi Quatro / Wishbone Ash Guitarist / Musical Director James Cassidy says: "The Americana Revue" is a culmination of years of travelling the 'States playing music inspired by our songwriting heroes. We all share a deep love & respect for Americana music & it's a real joy to play our favorite songs with this amazing band."
"A high-energy rockin' Americana jukebox of classic songs…"
"The soundtrack of our lives!" "