Entertainment in Bishop's Stortford - You Don't Know What You Are Missing!
Posted: Saturday, January 30, 2010
by John E Altham
Activ Bishop's Stortford
Can't find anything to watch on the TV? Bored with staying in? Then why not see what the town of Bishop 's Stortford has to offer you? I am sure you will be surprised!
Now an integral part of Bishop's Stortford life, the Rhodes Arts Complex is the main entertainment centre for the town and offers an exciting and varied programme, including concerts, theatre, drama and dance classes for adults and children, plus a caf/bar. There are also regular big screen showings of up to the minute, as well as classic, films and is home to the annual Bishop's Stortford Pantomime. As tradition determines, it is held over the Christmas period and is always a fantastic treat for all the whole family.
For live music, the other main venue apart from the Rhodes Arts Complex, is the Half Moon Pub, a traditional establishment located in the heart of the town. Along with serving excellent real ales, they have weekly Jazz sessions on a Monday, Rhythm & Blues sessions on a Wednesday, and an Acoustic Club on Fridays, so there is always something to be enjoyed at this friendly venue.
The Bishop's Stortford Music Festival, held over the weekend of the first Bank Holiday in May at St. Mary's Catholic School , is quickly becoming bigger and better each year. Last years event saw more than 3,000 people in attendance over the two days to watch 66 live acts perform. The festival has two stages, one for rock music and the other for just about everything else, plus an acoustic marquee and an arts marquee. There is also a beer tent with an open mic. providing impromptu music sessions and comedy.
Cinema is also a popular form of entertainment in Bishop's Stortford. The Empire Cinema is currently the only cinema in Bishop's Stortford and was opened in 2000. It was the first time in 23 years that the people of Bishop's Stortford could visit their own cinema in the town after the ' Granada ' was closed down in 1977.
The Empire Cinema, until recently Cineworld, is based in Anchor Street within a complex also containing a McDonalds, Chicago's, a Health Club and a Lakeside Superbowl. Comprising of 6 screens, one with 3D capabilities, The Empire provides comfortable surroundings, disabled access, and all the usual refreshments, whilst showing all the latest films and blockbusters. They also still offer the traditional Saturday morning movies for kids, with an admission charge of just 1 for children & adults?
Bishop's Stortford is a great place to catch the latest films, experience local theatre and dance, or enjoy live music and comedy. The whole of the entertainment spectrum is truly covered and I am sure you will agree that the town has something for all ages and tastes.
Whatever you are looking for, Bishop's Stortford really is a great place for entertainment. Why not see what you can find today?
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