Upcoming events

Conductor: Alan Gough

Charpentier, Messe De Minuit,

Midnight Mass of The Nativity

Mozart, Divertimento in F K.138

Bach, Cantata BWV 105

“Herr, gehe nicht ins Gericht mit deinem Knecht”

Marc-Antoine Charpentier’s Christmas mass, the Messe de Minuit, celebrates the joyful news of the Birth of Christ with cheerful happiness.

The beautiful divertimento in F by Mozart was written when he was only 16 but it already shows off his genius, charm and skill as a composer.

Cantata 105 by J S Bach is one of his many Church Cantatas. It has been described as one of the most sublime descriptions of the soul in baroque and Christian art.

Formed in 2007 The Guernsey Bach Choir has performed a large repertoire of choral music, and is now a well-established vocal ensemble with a growing reputation for high standard performances. Tonight they come together with their orchestral friends to perform these great Choral and Orchestral masterpieces.

Doors 7pm | Performance 8pm

Le Jazz Accord have been delighting Guernsey audiences for over 10 years with a repertoire drawn from the great American songbook, blues, latin jazz, be bop and beyond. The band comprises the classic jazz quintet line up of tenor saxophone, trumpet, piano. bass and drums supplemented by swinging vocals.

Doors 7PM | Fully stocked bar | Tickets: £5

Come and join us for our third Vintage Dance Night which will celebrate the start of the Christmas season, this time with a live band, The Infrequents. Dance the evening away to the best music of the 40’s, 50, & 60’s. A mix of Rock’n’Roll, Swing and more.

Put on your best vintage outfits for a friendly evening of dancing fun on the big dance floor at St James.

Doors 7pm | Music 7.30pm

Guernsey Concert Brass returns to St James for its annual Christmas concert. By joining forces, once again, with the Guernsey Schools’ Music Service Brass Band, this will be a spectacular evening of traditional and new seasonal fayre. There are sure to be surprises in store to further entertain the audience.

kindly sponsored by Zedra

Doors: 7pm | Performance: 8pm

Simon Evans

Simon is one of the UK’s most respected and established comedians. He is a regular on TV and radio and particularly popular on the corporate and after dinner circuit. His TV credits include BBC One’s Live at the Apollo and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, BBC Two’s Mock the Week and was a regular on Channel 4’s Stand Up for the Week.Simon’s BBC Radio 4 series Simon Evans Goes to Market has audiences delighting in his witty and insightful take on the unpromising comic territory of commodities, trading and wealth. Other BBC Radio 4 appearances include the The News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth and Armando Iannucci’s Charm Offensive.Simon is the only comedian to have appeared on both University Challenge: The Professionals, and Celebrity Mastermind (which he won – specialist subject Sir Ernest Shackleton). Simon has also recently appeared on This Week and Question Time.His live tour shows such as Leashed and Genius have sold out theatres around the country and garnered superlative reviews from national and comedy press. Dominic Maxwell described him as ‘demonically dry’, William Cook as ‘sublime’, and Chortle as ‘an evil delight’

Russell Kane

Multi-award-winning comedian, presenter, actor, author and scriptwriter Russell Kane is best known for the BBC Sounds podcast, Evil Genius which has become a flagship show and was the best performing original podcast on the platform. Russell’s other podcast Boy’s Don’t Cry also features regularly on the iTunes top charts for listened to podcasts and will return with a new series later this year.Recent TV appearances include The Apprentice You’re Fired, The One Show, Antiques Roadtrip, Stupid Man, Smart Phone and the host of three series of Live At The Electric. Other TV appearances include Live At The Apollo, Unzipped, Celebrity Juice and I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here Now.Winner of Best Show in 2010 at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards, Russell went on to make history as the first comedian to win both the Edinburgh Comedy Award and Melbourne Comedy Festival’s Barry Award in one year.Following the success of his sell-out tour throughout UK and Ireland, Russell has extended The Fast and The Curious far into 2020. As ever, Russell also continues to provide his ever-popular topical online Kaneings.

Host: Daisy Earl

Doors/Bar: 7pm | show starts: 8pm

Please note: this show may not be suitable for children.

The FESTIVA Christmas Gathering promises once again a wonderful coming together of choristers and audiences singing in full voice the traditional carols and most popular songs and melodies from the festive season. With Jose Paine as director, the Festiva Choir will be joined by the Les Encores – Friendship Co. Children’s Choir, recently re-formed by Roy Sarre. Organist Andrew Warren and pianist Alan Boyle, will support the choirs and soloists throughout the evening. Look forward to an Open Mic section in the second half!

Doors: 7pm | Performance: 7.30pm

Reginald D Hunter

Since his first UK comedy gig twenty-one years ago Georgia-born Reginald D Hunter’s searingly honest observations both onstage and on TV and Radio have garnered him a cross-generational fan base.During that time he has become one of the Comedy industry’s best-known performers for his distinctive take on the most diverse range of subjects. His work can be brutally honest and is often considered to be controversial but it is always meticulously thought out and he has never been afraid to face challenging issues head on even when the focus is on his own principles or beliefs.He reached the final of So You Think You Are Funny in 1998 during his first visit to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and was nominated for The Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer in 2002 for his debut full-length show I Am What I Am. He was then nominated for The Edinburgh Comedy Awards main prize in 2003 for White Woman and 2004 for A Mystery Wrapped In A Nigga.His TV appearances have included Never Mind The Buzzcocks, QI and Have I Got News For You? He also filmed two series of the BBC2’s hugely popular Reginald D Hunter’s Songs Of The South & Reginald D Hunter’s Songs of The Border, documenting Reginald’s epic road trip through 150 years of American popular song.Reginald regularly tours the UK and Ireland and he has been seen by audiences around the world from America to Australia.

Glenn Wool

Glenn began his comedy career in his hometown of Vancouver in 1995… Made the move to London in 1998 and quickly became one of the rising stars, and household names on the UK & European comedy circuits. He has toured all over the world including: Australia, New Zealand, USA, South Africa, Switzerland, France, Croatia, Arabia & Asia (to name a few!) Winning over audiences globally and a TV favourite on the Melbourne, Sydney & New Zealand International Comedy Galas. Glenn was nominated for Best International Act at the New Zealand Comedy Awards and was twice nominated as Best Headliner at the Chortle Awards.His impressive array of TV credits include John Oliver’s ‘New York Stand-Up Show’ as well as appearances on: The Green Room with Paul Provenza, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Russell Howard’s Good News! Glenn was a highlight on The John Bishop Show (BBC1) and hosted a new NBC series Before the Morning After. Would have heard him alongside his co-host Frankie Boyle on their podcast Freestyle. As a guest on The Richard Herring Podcast and seen him on Doug Stanhope’s The Comedians’ Comedian’s Comedians (SeeSo), which was recorded at SXSW!“Seeing Glenn Wool perform should be made compulsory for the melancholy. There’s no way you won’t feel a bit better about the world afterwards. Lethally funny” – MetroMost recently Glenn has been touring with Reginald D Hunter and is also a favourite opener for the likes of Doug Stanhope and Frankie Boyle!When he is not on the road he is a popular addition to many of the UK music festivals comedy stages including: Reading & Leeds, Bestival, Download, Sonisphere & Glastonbury! Glenn has also been lending his voice along with Katherine Ryan (Netflix & Live At The Apollo) to the BAFTA award-winning Lottie Bearshout: Good as Goaled – for Disney XD!In recent years Glenn has dominated the international comedy circuit, performing to huge crowds in Holland, Singapore, Dubai, Cape Town, Melbourne, Montreal, LA, New York, Auckland and Sydney.

Matt Reed (MC)

Amicable as he is quick witted, Matt Reed is in great demand as a headliner and host for club nights, festivals and corporates around the country. “Reason alone to attend a comedy night is having Matt Reed as MC! – BBC NewcastleMatt was a finalist in the Daily Telegraph Award in 2002 alongside Mark Watson and Gary Delaney. He has reached the semi-finals of the BBC New Comedy Award and the So You Think You’re Funny Awards. He was also a finalist in the industry-selected Leicester New Act of the Year Award. Having deservedly earning himself the reputation of being an excellent hot ticket live performer, you’ll be on the edge of your seat if you are fortunate enough to see him skilfully destroy any heckler that may cross his path.

”Brilliant, always original…one of the newest stars of comedy…the finest compere I’ve seen in a long time” – The Leeds GuideMatt has been a favourite tour support for the likes of Jim Jefferies, Sean Lock and Jason Manford. Most recently he has been supporting John Bishop (Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, The Royal Variety Show, Live at The Apollo) to huge success.

Doors/Bar: 7pm | show starts: 8pm

Please note: this show may not be suitable for children.

This year, Guernsey Choral & Orchestral Society presents JS Bach’s Magnificat BWV 243, and CPE Bach’s magical hymn of the angels Heilig ist Gott Wq 217, under the direction of their conductor Daniel Madden.

Join them for an evening of traditional Christmas music and carols, with a line-up of fabulous soloists, and a children’s choir from the Guernsey Music Service.

Doors: 7pm | Performance: 7.30pm

This year, Guernsey Choral & Orchestral Society presents JS Bach’s Magnificat BWV 243, and CPE Bach’s magical hymn of the angels Heilig ist Gott Wq 217, under the direction of their conductor Daniel Madden.

Join them for an evening of traditional Christmas music and carols, with a line-up of fabulous soloists, and a children’s choir from the Guernsey Music Service.

Doors: 7pm | Performance: 7.30pm

Fantasia on Christmas Carols

This customary concert draws the seasonal carol concerts to a close. Take the opportunity to relax and enjoy the beauty and peacefulness that only voices can bring midst a busy time of year.  The choir will be joined by talented instrumentalists in a Fantasia of Christmas Carols, and more reflective carols encompassing the true meaning of Christmas, providing the perfect start to the festive period.

Doors: 7pm | Performance: 8pm

Psychology in the Pub (PiP) events are national meetings held across the United Kingdom and are fully supported by the British Psychological Society. They are informal events that involve a talk by a Psychology professional on their area of expertise or interest, followed by questions and discussion with the audience. The event is free and open to all members of the general public. We are re-launching PiP in Guernsey in 2022 after the event being put on hold due to Covid restrictions. The aim of PiP is to present a range of topics within the field of psychology and promote knowledge and discussion within our
community.

Dr James Murray presenting on assessing and dealing with risk- “Just how dangerous is that? How we struggle to assess risks, and what psychology can teach us to become better at it”

Doors open at 6pm, the talk will last about 1 hour and there will be some time afterwards to allow for discussion.

Doors 6pm | Talk 6.30pm | Free Entry

MTG Presents the third play in their Dinner Theatre Series with St James. Diana Son’s ‘Stop Kiss’ is a love story that will kick you when you’re down.

As Callie and Sara navigate their feelings for one another, they find themselves walking together through the city. They share their first kiss. It’s new. It’s exciting. The moment is shattered. Their lives are changed forever.

Show starts at 8pm.

Dinner details to follow.

MTG Presents the third play in their Dinner Theatre Series with St James. Diana Son’s ‘Stop Kiss’ is a love story that will kick you when you’re down.

As Callie and Sara navigate their feelings for one another, they find themselves walking together through the city. They share their first kiss. It’s new. It’s exciting. The moment is shattered. Their lives are changed forever.

Show starts at 8pm.

Dinner details to follow.

MTG Presents the third play in their Dinner Theatre Series with St James. Diana Son’s ‘Stop Kiss’ is a love story that will kick you when you’re down.

As Callie and Sara navigate their feelings for one another, they find themselves walking together through the city. They share their first kiss. It’s new. It’s exciting. The moment is shattered. Their lives are changed forever.

Show starts at 8pm.

Dinner details to follow.

MTG Presents the third play in their Dinner Theatre Series with St James. Diana Son’s ‘Stop Kiss’ is a love story that will kick you when you’re down.

As Callie and Sara navigate their feelings for one another, they find themselves walking together through the city. They share their first kiss. It’s new. It’s exciting. The moment is shattered. Their lives are changed forever.

Show starts at 8pm.

Dinner details to follow.

Psychology in the Pub (PiP) events are national meetings held across the United Kingdom and are fully supported by the British Psychological Society. They are informal events that involve a talk by a Psychology professional on their area of expertise or interest, followed by questions and discussion with the audience. The event is free and open to all members of the general public. We are re-launching PiP in Guernsey in 2022 after the event being put on hold due to Covid restrictions. The aim of PiP is to present a range of topics within the field of psychology and promote knowledge and discussion within our
community.

Dr Arthur Pearce presenting on pain – “pain is really strange”

Doors open at 6pm, the talk will last about 1 hour and there will be some time afterwards to allow for discussion.

Doors 6pm | Talk 6.30pm | Free Entry