Partners in life and music, dynamic Devon based folk duo Harbottle & Jonas are one of the most exciting acts on the UK circuit today, combining a love of the richness of traditional folk with their own original and powerful songwriting. Dave and Freya have developed a distinct and compelling signature sound, blending concertina, harmonium, banjo, stomp box, acoustic guitar and cittern with their beautiful and closely intertwined vocal harmonies. On ‘The Beacon’ (single and album), and often at live gigs, the duo become a trio, joined by fiddle player Annie Baylis, weaving a third close vocal harmony and sensitive playing.
The Barrel House Ballroom and The Black Bird Collective, through Arts Council funding, have curated this series of 8 video sessions.
Anyone who has attended the Black Bird Open mic nights knows that Christian Murison brings so many great artists out of the woodwork and into the warm setting of The Totnes Brew Co.
With this mind we have created something that feels in keeping to the open mic, a series of video sessions showcasing a diverse and eclectic mix of local talent.
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More @ The Barrel House Ballroom & Totnes Brewing Co:
Billie Maree is a singer-songwriter and producer, from Totnes. Their music is deeply rooted in personal experience. Billie’s musical inquiry has been a journey of self-discovery
Friday 25th April 2025 | 8pm
Fundraiser for MVT – Ft. Die Twice / 3 Days Of Wonder / Leonard & The Zombies / Foxhole
Live Music
All profits from this gig will go to Music Venue Trust to help them continue in their charitable endeavours. We ask you to join us for one of the best parties we can give - live original music performed at what we think is one of the best grassroots music venues in the country
Saturday 26th April 2025 | 7pm
HENGE **Afternoon Family Matinee Show**
Live Music
Extra-terrestrial joymongers HENGE return to the Barrel House with an all-ages Family Matinee Show.
Sunday 27th April 2025 | 3pm
HENGE + Support – Paddy Steer **Evening Show**
Live Music
HENGE's music escapes definition, but occupies a space between rave and prog rock that nobody knew existed. It is energetic, subversive and invigoratingly playful, jovially going ‘where no one has gone before’
Sunday 27th April 2025 | 8pm
Be Water Open Jam
Live Music,Community
Join in or just sit back with a beer and enjoy the diversity of amazing musical creations at our regular open jam night
Tuesday 29th April 2025 | 8pm
The Word Cafe
Spoken Word/Literary,Live Music
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of poetry with music. The Word Café, where words come alive and echo through the heart of Totnes
Wednesday 30th April 2025 | 7:30pm
Rethink Energy Summit
Community
An evening dedicated to renewable energy, bringing together local farmers, business owners, and sustainability experts for an informal discussion over drinks and locally sourced food
Thursday 1st May 2025 | 6pm-10pm
Loud Minority – 4-Hour DJ Set with Jason Singh
Club/DJs
DJ, Beatboxer and Sound Artist Jason Singh will be playing 4 hours of the deepest Spiritual House, Broken Beat, UK Garage, Bhangra, Reggae, Asian Underground and Drum and Bass
Friday 2nd May 2025 | 8pm
Paprika Presents – Stackz of Wax
Club/DJs
Paprika is back with their second event! Continuing the theme of classic jungle and hardcore, spun STRICTLY on vinyl. Oldschool rave music pushed by young DJs. Paying homage to the real stuff, so to speak
Saturday 3rd May 2025 | 8pm
Sin Serity productions presents – QUILTBAG Sunday socials
Community
Join us in the Barrel House Ballroom for our monthly queer social/DIY/scratch space. Come and chat, bring games, craft or open mic/cabaret ideas - Free entry
Sunday 4th May 2025 | 3pm-7pm
Totnes UkUlele Kollective sing-along
Live Music,Community
Come join us for some guaranteed good Bank Holiday vibes at our Ukulele Singalong' . . . bring your Uke if you have one and your voice. **Free Entry**
Monday 5th May 2025 | 7:30pm
The Totnes Board Games Club
Community
Join a friendly and welcoming community to play modern board games on a regular basis in central Totnes. 6:30pm onwards every other Tuesday here in The Library Bar at Totnes Brewing Company
People Planet Pint is a space where everyone can feel comfortable learning about sustainability and sharing their ideas. No pitches, powerpoints or panels. Just People, Planet, Pint/s
Wednesday 7th May 2025 | 7pm
The Haar
Live Music
Anglo/Irish folk band The Haar brings the formidable singing talent of All-Ireland Scór na nÓg winner Molly Donnery, combined with three of the most exciting instrumentalists on the folk and traditional music scene
Thursday 8th May 2025 | 7:30pm
Nick Harper – ‘Earth Day Blue’ Tour
Live Music
Highly acclaimed guitarist/singer/songwriter Nick Harper makes his first appearance here at The Barrrel House Ballroom, Totnes to support the release of his 14th studio album - EARTH DAY BLUE
Saturday 10th May 2025 | 8pm
Jackie Juno – “Extra Ordinary Women” – Book Launch
Spoken Word/Literary
Jackie Juno presents a brand-new collection of poems celebrating remarkable women who have battled, survived, loved, cared, shared, dared and dreamed, yet have not hit the headlines or been hailed as celebrities
Sunday 11th May 2025 | 5pm-6:30pm
Poets and Pints Open Mic
Spoken Word/Literary
Come on down and sign up to read your poem or just relax with a pint/glass of vino/OR ginger beer for a fun evening of poetry at the mic.
Monday 12th May 2025 | 8pm
Workshop with Harula Ladd – Poetry of Magic & the Mundane
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