Friday July 2nd   7.45pm 

Phoenix Folk and Blues Etcetera will this month feature a return appearance of North Lincs trio "Workshy Profits" - Carol,Steve and Lisa playing a fusion of traditional and contemporary world wide music (Lively fiddling, dextrous guitar and a whole pile of groovy rhythms). See www.myspace.com/workshyprofits.

There will also be a first time appearance for Otley singer/ songwriter Gerry McNeice  See www.myspace.com/gerrymcneice.

As usual Barrie and John of 'Best of Intentions' will be hosting the evening.

Tickets, £6 , can be obtained from "Petology" in Bawtry or ring Barrie on 01302 770992.

Friday March 12th  7.45pm.

Phoenix Folk and Blues Etcetera will be featuring "Jack and Gill's Daughter" an exiting acoustic duo with a difference. Jack Haigh's incredible percussive ability on guitar has been fused with Gemma Tilly's background in Jazz and Soul vocals to create something which is causing a buzz on the Leeds music scene. "Best of intentions" will, as usual, be warming up the audience with their unique mix of whatever takes their fancy.

Start time 7.45 pm and tickets will be on sale at the end of January.

Friday 27th November at 7.45 pm Featuring:- 

"Better Late than Naked" A Folk trio drawn from all three corners of Lincolnshire comprising John Blanks on vocals and guitar, Phil Biggs, vocals, guitar and mandolin and Mark Addison on bass.

All who have heard John will know that we will be in for a treat.

Keith Topham from Epworth will be providing the contrast with 'something from the writings of Hardy or some prose and poetry, or maybe some other 19th century bits about music or country life'.  

Best of Intentions will be opening proceedings. They have not been let out for some time but they will not bite if the audience throws them a crust.

Tickets priced £6 will be on sale at the Spar in Bawtry from October 1st or call Barrie on 01302 770992.

Thursday 21st May  - 7:45pm 

Featuring:-     

“Una Voce”   “From the Hebrides to Berkley Square!”

This popular local singing group will delight you with songs by Fats Waller, Elgar,Rutter,Mancini and Lloyd Webber. A song from “Sweet Charity” and  favourites by Matt Munro and Bette Midler to name but a few!

“Norman Britton ”

Local raconteur Norman will make you laugh and possibly shed a tear with his reflections on life.

And our wonderful regular band “Best of Intentions”

Tickets £6 available from the Spar Mini-Market on Station Road , Bawtry.

Or ring Barrie on 01302 770992

Friday 13th February - 7:45pm

We shall have a return visit from "Rupert and Henry" now under the title of "Rupert and Henry and the Revolvers", a band of four playing popular music from Rock to Ballads - some self penned.

We also have a return visit from folk singer songwriters Sue and Mike Dewsbury of "Stitherum".

The evening would not be complete of course without our resident band "Best of intentions" 

Tickets, priced £6, are available from the Spar on Station Rd or call Barrie on 01302 770992

Saturday 14th March - 7 for 7:30pm

The Finals of the Young acoustic Roots 2009

Also playing for us during the evening will be Bernard Wrigley and Roger Davies. Tickets £12. Call 01709 739093 or on-line at www.wegottickets.com

The licensed bar will be open during the evening.

Young Acoustic Roots - is an opportunity for 12 to 21 year olds to win the chance to play at a national festival. A demo recording of any acoustic style is all that is required. Forms are available from Pete Thornton-Smith of the BPAS Group on 01709 739093. Closing date 7th Feb 2009

Friday 21st November - 7.45pm

"Clarty Sough" Award winning Lincolnshire trio singing the History of our Islands from their own inimitable perspective.
"Helen Orford"  This Isle of Axholme Harpist is making a welcome return to the Phoenix.
"Best of Intentions" will be comparing the evening .
Tickets £6, will be available from the SPAR mini-market, Station Road, Bawtry, or ring Barrie on 01302 770992 
                                      

Saturday 20^th September, 7.45 pm

Featuring 'Room 21' swing band from the Isle of Axholme.

If you thought live swing bands had gone the way of the Dodo, come to this concert and see for yourself that they are very much alive and, well, Swinging.

Best of Intentions will be hosting the evening's entertainment.

Tickets, priced £6, will be on sale at the Spar Mini-mart on Station rd, or ring Barrie on 01302 770992.  

Saturday 5th July - Chris While in concert  7.45pm.

An acclaimed Folk singer and guitarist, all who have heard Chris will need no prompting.

Tickets, priced £8, will be on sale at the Spar on Station rd or you can ring Barrie on 01302 770992

Chris will be supported by "Occasional quartet" Rebecca (flute) Reg and Garry (Guitars) and Barrie (Vocals).

25th April 7:45pm

Allan and Liam - We have heard Allan as a 'Buffalo Brother' but on this occasion he will be joined by son Liam.

Lys St George - Melodeon Maestro Peter Barnard, accompanied by multi-instrumentalist Kate Bilmore, will give the evening a traditional flavour.

Best of Intentions - What would be do without the boys to get us in the mood.

Tickets are available from the Spa Mini-Market on Station Rd, Bawtry or call 01302 770992.

1st March  7:30pm

Further information from Pete Thornton-Smith on 01709 739093.

Rupert and Henry – accompanied by Pietro and Josh, this young group will take us back to the 60’s with a mix of Pop, Country, Jazz and Rock and Roll.

Tin Bath – a welcome return from this exciting Irish Folk group.

Best of Intentions – more from our regular three-some.

Tickets available from the SPAR, Station Rd, Bawtry. Or phone Barrie on 01302 770992

23rd November 7:45pm

Clarty Sough  Jim, Geoff and Keith will be 'Singing the Heritage'. The history of our islands from their own inimitable perspective.

Helen Orford  This young 'Isle' harpist will amaze us with her maturity of performance.

Best of Intentions  Mainly old, a little new, always borrowed, sometimes blue.

Tickets available from Dickies newsagents, Station Rd, Bawtry or phone Barrie on 01302 770992.

28th September 7:45pm

'Workshy Profits' Carol (fiddle), Lisa (percussion and song) and Stephen (Guitars). A welcome return from this exciting trio of traditional music makers.

'Norman Briton' Tales to make you laugh and cry from our local raconteur.

'Best of Intentions' Mike, Nick and Barrie doing what they enjoy.

Tickets from Dickies newsagents, Station Rd, Bawtry or phone Barrie on 01302 770992.

15th June, 7:45pm

'Fyrish' The engaging style of Glasgow singer/guitarist David Cowan and Cellist Marjorie Paterson from the Black Isle.

'Vest Life' These Phoenix favourites are like a mature brandy! Smooth and relaxing.

'Best of Intentions' The boys should be rarin' to go after being out to grass for so long!

Tickets £5 from Dickies Newsagent Station Road Bawtry or phone Barrie on 01302 770992 to reserve tickets

Friday 9th March, 7.45 pm

"Doncaster Waites" Revisit the Doncaster music scene of the Renaissance period with this Troupe of Musicians who appear to have stepped directly into the 21st Century without opportunity to change clothes or instruments!

"John Blanks" John is noted for his fine singing voice and sensitive Guitar accompaniment and will have you singing along with his memorable refrains.

"Best of Intentions" Nick, Mike and Barrie will have some gems to top and tail the evening!

Tickets £5 from Dickies Newsagent Station Road Bawtry or phone Barrie on 01302 770992 to reserve tickets

"Stitherum" Corringham Husband and Wife duo Sue and Mike Dewsbury will make us laugh and cry with their renderings of traditional and contemporary Folk songs.

Dave Billmore tells tales! Be prepared for the unexpected from this seasoned storyteller from The Isle of Axholme.

"Best of Intentions" The boys will be joined by Jon on Trumpet,he should (B flat)ered by the invite!

Phoenix Folk & Blues Etcetera. This month's line-up includes-

Lee Myers An accomplished classical guitarist with a weakness for jazz and blues, fresh from performances in South America.

Norman Britton Samplers from the Warp and Weft of life worked by this master weaver of tales.

Best of Intentions More goodies from their expanding repertoire.

Tickets £5 available from Dickies Newsagents,Station Road,Bawtry

Or ring 01302 770992

Folk and Blues night. This month's line-up includes-

Talisman  Carol (Fiddle) Lisa (Singer,Whistle,Percussion) and Steve (Guitar) came together for the first time at the recent Burton Stather music festival and gave an excellent account of themselves.

Vest Life  Bob and John are divesting themselves and aquiring some new material (Could this be Flannel?) lets hope it's to the same cut!

Best of intentions  As usual Mike, Nick and Barrie will be topping and tailing the evening!

Tickets from Dickies Newsagents or telephone Barrie Scully on 01302 770992

Thursday, 23^rd March 2006

Folk and Blues night. Featuring

'Ian McMillan' From Barnsley Football Club’s Poet-in-Residence to "The Shirley Bassey of Performance Poetry" and many other accolades. He needs no introduction.

'Lys. St. George' This ‘Isle’ duo comprise squeeze box exponent Peter Barnard and accomplice Kate Bilmore who make a welcome return with their superb renditions of English, French and some self-penned tunes

‘Best of Intentions’ The Boys will be happy to say "I was there" (Max Boyce)

Start time 7:45pm. Tickets £6, available from Dickie’s Newsagents, Station Rd. Bawtry or telephone 01302 772037

Folk and Blues night. Featuring:-

‘Carillon’ Bob, Martin and Lesley, three voices in harmony with exciting arrangements of a wide range of music. As Bob Cuthbertson says "If we like it we sing it."

‘Ernie Geddes’ We’ve seen and heard Ernie in various groups over the past year. This time he reverts to type as a unique solo blues man from the "Trent Delta".

‘Best of Intentions’ We’re sure of some surprises from these guys.

Start time 7:45pm. Tickets £5, available from Dickie’s Newsagents, Station Rd. Bawtry

or telephone 01302 772037

November 11th 2005

Folk and Blues night. Featuring:

"Buffalo Brothers" Allan was so enthusiastic about the "Phoenix" that he inspired John and they are to do a one-off resurrection of this popular local duo

"Random Cluster" This handful of Lincolnshire characters appeared at the inaugural night and mark a welcome return

‘Best of Intentions’ The lads are back up to full strength so expect to hear the "Very Best" of "The best of Intentions"!

Start time 7.45 pm. Tickets £5, available from Dickie’s Newsagents, Station Rd. Bawtry or telephone 01302 772037

October 22nd 2005

We are pleased to welcome young folk group Kerfuffle. A four piece instrumental, dance and vocal group they draw their inspiration from both traditional and contemporary music to create their uniquely appealing sound. Comprising band members Hannah James (vocals, keyboard, clogging), Sam Sweeney (fiddle) Tom Sweeney (bass guitar) and Chris Thornton-Smith (guitar), Kerfuffle were Radio 2 Young Folk Award finalists 2004/05. They have appeared at major UK festivals and won the 'In the Tradition' award in Derby, 2002. The band released their second album K2 in June 2004. Tickets, priced £7, call 01302 770695 or purchase from Dickies Newsagents, Station rd, Bawtry.

Sept 9th 2005

Folk and Blues Night, starts 7:45pm, featuring:-

• Best of Intentions - Mick, Nick and Barrie with some Blues and whatever takes their fancy. (Click here to see the group)
• Vestlife - Folk and chat from John.
• Tin Bath - with fiddle player Christina Lloyd.

Tickets £5 available from Dickies Newsagents, Station Rd, Bawtry.

June 10th

Folk and Blues Night, starts 7.45 pm, Featuring:-

• Deadly Night Shade - Three Accappellas and a Fella! Traditional and contemporary music from this experienced local singing group.
• Christina Lloyd - An accomplished "fiddle" player, mixing it with "Geddes and Kay"
• 'Best of Intentions' Our intrepid trio - Barrie, Nick and Mick with whatever takes their fancy. (Click her to see the group)

April 10th

Bawtry Phoenix Theatre is pleased to announce that renowned Merseyside Minstrel, Bob Buckle will be making a special appearance at the Theatre on Sunday 10th April.
An instrumentalist, Bob's forte is the banjo (we hear that he taught Billy Connelly to play the instrument).
The evening is being held in aid of the Theatre extension fund, tickets £7, available from Dickies Newsagents.

March 18th

• Best of Intentions - Mick, Nick and Barrie with some Blues and whatever takes their fancy. (Click here to see the group)
• Flute Salad - Jazz to Classics from five lovely Lincolnshire ladies.
• Geordie Tales - from Norman Britton.