rise @ bluebird is our Acomb evening arts venue.
The space regularly plays host to live music, spoken word, art exhibitions, theatre, comedy, family- friendly nights and much more.
Rise aims to be a vibrant and independently-run creative hub, driven by love and support from the local community - and an ardent sense of adventure.
Pop down and check us out - we’re looking forward to you helping shape this place just as much as we do.
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What's on
- 17/07/2026
Doors and music from 7pm - 11pm
DJ Nights
Free
BYO - new style!
This month's theme is Summertime Special - Long Hot Summer, Club Tropicana, Boys of Summer - you get the drift! Let us know if you would like a half hour slot to play whatever you would like to bring - [email protected] Happy to provide some tuition for those new to decs!
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Lachlan Bryan & The Wildes
We are delighted to welcome back Lachlan and his band The Wildes to rise this July. His gig with us last year was a sell out, for good reason! His songs range from hard hitting social commentary to deeply personal musings, but each contains a unique turn of phrase, dark humour and an ever-present sense of romance. Lachlan brings a warmth and wisdom to the stage that wins over fans for life. Be sure to get your tickets and see for yourself!
- 30/07/2026
6-9pm
Exhibition
Free
Art Exhibition Preview: Kai West
Join us for an art preview to celebrate a new exhibition by Kai West. Nibbles and an open bar. 6.30-8.30pm.
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Gary Stewart Solo Album Tour
We are always thrilled to host Gary at rise, especially thrilled as this is the launch gig for his new solo album 'Use It or Lose It.' Tickets are selling fast!
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Under The Influence Presents Connor Selby
Selby almost stands alone in the world of contemporary music - no one is making the kind of music he is, no one really sounds like he does. The fast-rising star featured alongside a host of superstars on Dire Straits legend Mark Knopfler's 2024 charity single "Going Home" which featured Bruce Springsteen, Slash, David Gilmour, Sam Fender, Brian May, Nile Rogers. Connor was voted "Young Artist of the Year" at the UK Blues Awards for three consecutive years (2020,2021,2022) and was nominated in four categories in 2024. "I just want to be as authentic as possible in my music and how I present myself. That's fundamentally the main thing that drives me as an artist; wanting to be authentic. That's why I do it. Come and listen for yourselves, this is sure to be sell out.
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Judie Boom's Look Busy
When the robots have our jobs… what on earth will we do all day?
Blending stand-up, storytelling and a touch of joyful chaos, Look Busy dives into our automated future with humour and heart. It’s a show that gets people laughing, thinking and talking long after the lights go up.
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The Sunday Social Comedy Club
Join us again for a good giggle at rise with the very funny John Pease and laughs from four other hilarious acts.
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Lilith: The Other Side of the Story
A dramatic, uplifting one -woman spoken word show. An exploration and
celebration of female power through the mythological character of Lilith.
Shocking, seductive and entertaining. -
Brilliant Burlesque!
We are delighted to welcome back our resident Burlesque Queen, Freida Nipples! New performers, so much fun, more details to follow...
- 10/11/2026
Family Friendly Activities
Lino printining Workshop
Susan Bradley is leading this workshop where you can come along and print your own Christmas cards and tags, more details to follow...
- 17/11/2026
Family Friendly Activities
Paper Christmas Tree Workshop
Talented designer Susan Bradley, joins us again to host a workshop where you can come and make a free standing tree from crepe paper, simple idea, stunning effect! Mince pies available as standard! More details to follow....
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Christmas Pottery Power with The Wilson Sisters
Come and get festive with our second Wilson Sisters workshop this year. Create and glaze a family of three ceramic Christmas trees for a gift or a gift to self! All trees will be fired in kilns and ready for collection before Christmas. Mulled wine and Bluebird mince pies will of course be available!
- 26/11/2026
4.30pm - 8.30pm
Family Friendly Activities
Free
Christmas Makers' Fair Number One!
Our Christmas shopping evenings are back! We will, as usual, be host to an array of talented, local makers, have a choir, be raising awareness and money for a local charity and have mulled wine and frangipane mince pies on tap! All you need for your Christmas shopping needs!
- 10/12/2026
4.30pm - 8.30pm
Family Friendly Activities
Free
Christmas Makers' Fair Number Two!
Another evening of artists and makers', fund raising and frangipane mince pies! We can't wait already!
More events coming soon!