Until July 2

The Dynamic by Sebastian Bruno
Martin Parr Foundation, Bristol

The story of Wales’ most distinctive local newspaper—focusing on the newspaper’s editors—Tony Flatman and Julian Meek—and the community they represent, as told by the paper’s former staff photographer.
martinparrfoundation.org

Until July 4

America in Crisis
American Museum & Gardens, Bath

A major American photography exhibition exploring social change in the US through the lens of a diverse group of artists, in an exciting new partnership with the Saatchi Gallery, London.
americanmuseum.org

Until July 8

The Garden & Beyond Exhibition
Ilminster Arts Centre

Forest of Dean artists Jackie Cox and Chris Sinden return in an exhibition featuring exquisite linocuts, watercolours and silk paintings.
ilminsterartscentre.com

Until July 16

Gloucestershire Guild of Craftsmen: 90th Anniversary
The Museum in the Park, Stroud

This exhibition will celebrate the people, their stories and their work from when the Gloucestershire Guild of Craftsmen was set up in 1933 through the 90 years to 2023.
museuminthepark.org.uk

Until August 13

Found Cities, Lost Objects: Women in the City
Royal West of England Academy, Bristol

Curated by Turner Prize winner, Lubaina Himid CBE, this Arts Council Collection touring exhibition explores modern city life from a female perspective. Themes range from safety and navigation to concepts of belonging and power. Included are Bristol artists whose work examines Bristol’s history - where it has come from and where it is now. 
rwa.org.uk

Until August 25

Immersion, an exhibition of contemporary photography by Shay Parsons
Burdall’s Yard, Bath

Shay's images are her response to the environment around her. She uses abstraction, intentional camera movement and multiple exposure to bring a painterly feel to her landscapes and seascapes.
burdallsyard.co.uk

Until September 2

Sheer: BS3 Contemporary
Silver and Steel Studios, Bedminster

Sheer: BS3 Contemporary celebrates three diverse practises; the jewellery of Lindsay McDonagh, silKK Jewellery, and Emily Butterly represent a new generation of contemporary craft made in the heart of Bristol.
silverandsteelstudios.co.uk

Until September 24

Myfanwy MacLeod: The Botanist
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff

Taking Michael Pollan’s book The Botany of Desire as a starting point, Myfanwy MacLeod examines four plants: the apple, the tulip, cannabis, and the potato.
chapter.org

Until October 1

Leanne Ross: ALL MY PALS
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff

Leanne Ross’s ‘Shout Out’ paintings playfully celebrate the language of everyday life. She collects phrases and words she’s overheard, to create poetic proclamations that exude humour and warmth.
chapter.org

Until October 8

Rosa-Johan Uddoh: Ye Olde Group Chat
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff

Rosa-Johan Uddoh’s practice interrogates how representations of Blackness and Black people are constructed and performed in popular culture.
chapter.org

Until January 1

GRUPPENAUSSTELLUNG
Hauser & Wirth Somerset, Bruton

‘GRUPPENAUSSTELLUNG’ is a celebration of Hauser & Wirth’s Swiss heritage through a playful presentation of over 20 artists. The multidisciplinary exhibition is inspired by the notion of a traditional Kunsthalle, conceived as a place to showcase groundbreaking art and explore contemporary issues with a broad audience. The entire site takeover provides a platform for discovery and interaction, extending to all five galleries, outdoor sculpture and a collaborative events program with the Roth Bar & Grill.
hauserwirth.com

July 22 - December 31

Brick America: An Adventure in LEGO Bricks
American Museum & Gardens, Bath

An off-the-scale, super-fun, creative exhibition, celebrating favourite icons from across the USA in LEGO form, and inviting everyone to build with LEGO bricks at fun play stations. Including a LEGO graffiti wall and activities to download for home.
americanmuseum.org

July 14

Sulis
Komedia, Bath

Boltsinc Presents: SULIS - five Years in the making, a full length skateboard film. Filmed and edited by James Whitlock.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 8

Wizard of Oz
American Museum & Gardens, Bath

A treat for all the family – a wonderful interactive performance of the Wizard of Oz in the Museum's garden amphitheatre. Enjoy lots of audience participation, fun costumes, plenty of laughter and sing-a-longs with the magical show by Immersion Theatre.
americanmuseum.org

July 16

Nick Cope’s Family Show
Komedia, Bath

Nick Cope has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years, he performs with his guitar and animations to sell-out crowds all over the country. He has an incredible fan base from all over the UK which has just grown immeasurably over the last year due to the phenomenal success of his CBeebies show Nick Cope’s Popcast, now into its third series.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 1

An Hour In France
Burdall’s Yard, Bath

An Hour In France takes you on a musical journey across a country with a rich and complex musical history. Countertenor Joe Levy is accompanied by acclaimed pianist Peter Adcock for a series of concerts that explores the classical tradition of French music and how it evolved between the Late Medieval period and the 20th Century.
burdallsyard.co.uk

July 7

Musical Theatre Raves
Komedia, Bath

Let your hair down and dance to all your favourite stagey songs in this epic theatrical party. Featuring live performances from West End stars, lip sync battles and a full musical theatre DJ set, Musical Theatre Raves is the ultimate night out for musical theatre lovers.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 8

Bath Carnival 10th Year Anniversary
Komedia, Bath

The Bath Carnival returns in 2023, with a takeover of Komedia keeping the party alive into the early hours!
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 9

Ladyhawke
Komedia, Bath

“Time Flies is a glitzy reminder of everything that made Ladyhawke unique when the New Zealander first emerged with her self-titled debut album in 2008: a sumptuous rush of electronica that’s icy cool, yet warm and human; a celebration of simply existing” – The Guardian.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 14

Much Ado About Jazz
Ilminster Arts Centre

Not sure if jazz is for you? Chris and Al revisit some much-loved (mostly) jazz classics and present them with energy and verve, so that the audience not only feel involved, but also gain an insight into how jazz musicians work on stage. Add to that a large dose of dry humour and you'll start to get a feel for what the performance is all about!
ilminsterartscentre.com

July 20

Cloudbusting - The Music of Kate Bush
Komedia, Bath

As the longest running and most universally applauded homage to the music of Kate Bush, Cloudbusting has been championed by BBC One as one of the most authentic tributes in the world. Featuring all the hits you would expect to hear – Wuthering Heights, Hounds Of Love, Babooshka and of course the world-wide No.1 hit single RUNNING UP THAT HILL – all with breath-taking vocals and superb musicianship.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 23

King Size Slim + Support
Komedia, Bath

Hailing from Hastings, King Size Slim – AKA Toby Barelli – delivers raw, heartfelt, acoustic roots boogie with the help of his stellar live band and a trusty road-worn vintage resonator guitar.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 28

Blue Note Grooves – Neil Burns Organ Trio + Terry Quinney
Ilminster Arts Centre

A hard swinging jazz trio celebrating the rich history of the Hammond Organ, joined by guest star Terry Quinney on the saxophone. Expect a funky night of Blue Note gems and original compositions.
ilminsterartscentre.com

July 2

All-American Summer Party
American Museum & Gardens, Bath

Celebrate summer and everything American at this family friendly July event, with live music, line dancing, American food, classic cars, KidzFun zone and more.
americanmuseum.org

Until July 24

Grow Leader Course
Grow Wilder, Bristol

Learn about organic food growing, wildlife conservation and ecological land management in this eight-session course on-site at Grow Wilder. Perfect for those seeking a career change or anyone just wanting to grow their own food.
avonwildlifetrust.org.uk

July 3 - 8

TONY! [The Tony Blair Rock Opera]
Theatre Royal, Bath

By Harry Hill & Steve Brown. A reckless reappraisal of the life of former Ugly Rumours front man and Britain’s first pop Prime Minister Tony Blair.
theatreroyal.org.uk

July 3

Caitlin Moran - What About Men?
Komedia, Bath

Caitlin Moran is back on the road to discuss her new book – and this time, it’s all about the men! For the last ten years, whenever Caitlin has been doing an event, or an interview – talking about women, and girls – at some point, someone will have asked, “But, Caitlin – what about men?” And at first, like an idiot, she was like, “Whevs. They’re fine. Dude, I’m all about Team Tits.”
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 4

Jodie Mitchell and Helen Bauer
Komedia, Bath

Helen Bauer – As seen on Live at The Apollo and star of ITV2, BBC Three, Dave, Comedy Central and Radio 4 Helen Bauer presents a work in progress show of her new thoughts and feelings on pretty much everything. Jodie Mitchell – OFFIE Award winning ‘brilliant…natural comic’ (Guardian) John Travulva critiques his best-known tick-box character: queer, non-binary, neurodiverse class-straddler Jodie Mitchell, who’s written on Sex Education and appeared on Comedy Central Live.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 7

The Word Is Terry Christian: The Naughty Nineties and More
Komedia, Bath

Join Award-Winning Broadcaster, Comedian and WORD host Terry Christian as we celebrate – with the aid of some amazing clips and a no holds barred Q&A – the 30th Anniversary of this iconic and quintessentially 90s ground breaking and controversial TV show.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 10 - 15

The Mikado
Theatre Royal, Bath

Sasha Regan's All Male G&S - Following the highly successful all-male tours of H.M.S. Pinafore and The Pirates of Penzance, Sasha Regan returns with the irresistible The Mikado – one of Gilbert and Sullivan’s most famous operettas.
theatreroyal.org.uk

July 12

Edinburgh Preview: Rosie Holt and Sooz Kempner
Komedia, Bath

The worse the political career, the more lucrative the subsequent entertainment opportunities. Matt Hancock may have slaughtered millions but now he’s making a killing. So can Rosie Holt’s viral hit MP follow “politainers” Dorries, Farage and Rees-Mogg and leap from the pages of Hansard to Heat? After her sell-out Edinburgh show last year, Rosie returns to tightrope the thin line between politics and entertainment.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 13

Edinburgh Preview: Micky Overman & Patrick Spicer
Komedia, Bath

Think about everything that goes through your head when you’re about to make a life-altering decision. That’s this show. Join Micky Overman as she contemplates love, robots and, possibly, motherhood. Patrick Spicer is a critically acclaimed comedian, whose stand-up and sketch videos online have attracted over 10 million views and 40 thousand followers. He has written for and been featured on BBC Two, BBC Three and Channel 4.
komedia.co.uk/bath

July 17 - 19

Abigail's Party
Theatre Royal, Bath

In her suburban living room, Beverly prepares for the arrival of her guests. She and husband Laurence will play host to neighbours Angela, Tony and Sue. As the alcohol flows and the ‘nibbles’ are handed around, Mike Leigh’s ruthless, achingly funny examination of 1970s British life begins.
theatreroyal.org.uk

July 20 - 22

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors
Theatre Royal, Bath

From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors. Find out the fate of Henry's headless wives and his punch up with the Pope. Meet Bloody Mary and see Ed fall dead in his bed. Survive the Spanish Armada as they launch their attack!
theatreroyal.org.uk

July 25 - August 5

Frank & Percy
Theatre Royal, Bath

Bill Kenwright presents the National Premiere of Ben Weatherill’s, Frank and Percy directed by Sean Mathias. This highly anticipated production sees one of our greatest stage and screen actors Sir Ian McKellen co-star as Percy alongside three-time Olivier Award winner Roger Allam as Frank.
theatreroyal.org.uk

July 26

Edinburgh Preview: Stuart Laws & Alison Spittle
Komedia, Bath

Stand-up comedy from Stuart Laws about getting married, being middle of the road and trying to be more honest. ‘You’ll struggle to find a comedian with a better jokes per minute rate… like a one-man episode of Arrested Development’ (Fest). As seen in the Prime series Grave New World, you might know him from his viral twitter thread about a woman moving dirty plates onto another woman’s table, his impression of Michael Caine saying ‘never’ in Batman or the time he phoned a number on a horse.
komedia.co.uk/bath