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What's On: Newport Corn Exchange

Posted on Wednesday 6th March 2024 at 16:00

Jimi Arundell

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This month saw Corn Exchange in Newport open to the public following extensive renovation and it is already proving popular with gig-goers. Its ethos to nurture local talent whilst also attracting major acts is a real boost to the city and looks set to become a cultural epicentre in South Wales.

The newly refurbished 500-capacity live music venue and events space re-opened on Saturday, hosting a sold-out launch show headlined by Gwent indie-rockers The Bug Club with comic indie-pop pairing Getdown Services providing support.

Over £73,000 was raised by a highly successful Corn Exchange Crowdfunded campaign endorsed by BBC radio presenter Huw Stephens, with money donated by more than 180 investors including Welsh hip-hop legends Goldie Lookin Chain. The transformation has brought about massive improvements, as outlined by GLC’s Rhys plus operations manager Sam Dabb and city counsellor Emma Stowell-Corten in their All Ears – the Corn Exchange podcast.

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Robert White in the Stow Away

The Britain’s Got Talent runner-up to play the Corn Exchange

The Corn Exchange is set to host its first ever comedy night featuring Robert White in the Stow Away!

Robert White shot to attention on the hit ITV show Britain’s Got Talent, where his unique fusion of music and queer humour proved popular with viewers, and you can see him live when you book tickets with Gigantic.

 

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Ignacio Lopez

The Welsh-Spanish comedy star comes to Newport

Spanish and Welsh stand-up comedian Ignacio Lopez takes a wry look at cultural differences, taking the piss out of the bad habits of Brits abroad. Ignacio has previously performed in top comedy clubs right across Europe, opened for James Dean Bradfield of Manic Street Preachers, and appears regularly on TV.

Support comes from Emmanuel Sonubi and Katie Green, guaranteeing a side-splitting night out that’s not to be missed.

 

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Corn Exchange Presents: Silent Disco (Family Friendly)

A fantastic dance experience for all the family to enjoy

Newport Corn Exchange Family Friendly Silent Disco

Grab the kids and head on down to the Corn Exchange for the family friendly Silent Disco! The resident DJs will be playing the big tunes to get ravers of all ages dancing. Choose between different channels to suit your tastes, and a quiet space will be provided plus the headphone all have adjustable volumes to protect little ears.

Corn Exchange Presents: Silent Disco (Family Friendly) kicks off at 18:00 on Saturday 6th April 2024.

 

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Corn Exchange Presents: Silent Disco (Adults Only)

Choose your perfect party soundtrack at this unique club experience!

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Raise your hands in the air like you just don’t care as you get down the biggest bangers and best tracks at the Corn Exchange‘s Silent Disco. The resident DJs will be competing to see who will tune into their channel as they play your favourite anthems and iconic singalong tunes.

Doors for this adult only event open at 21:00 with the music playing till late.

 

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Dreadzone vs. The Orb

Two mighty dance legends unite for a massive co-headline tour!

Dreadzone vs. The Orb sees two of the greatest ever dance acts unite for a huge co-headline tour, including a headline show at Corn Exchange on Friday 12th April 2024.

Dreadzone exploded in the 90s thanks to their blend of dub and electronica. They have enjoyed a wildly successful career which has included the release of the club classic track "Little Britain" and performing on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury. Still at the top of their game after 30 years, they continue to pack out venues whenever they play.

Formed in 1988, London based pairing The Orb were instrumental in breaking rave out of the underground and bringing it to the masses. DJs and producers Alex Paterson and Jimmy Cauty mix psychedelic sounds with ambient-house beats and are best known for the tracks "Little Fluffy Clouds" and "Perpetual Dawn".

 

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Corn Exchange presents: Drag Brunch

Pizza and prosecco and brought to you by Jackie Le Beanstalk

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Jackie Le Beanstalk will be your host for Corn Exchange presents: Drag Brunch. Enjoy bottomless pizza and bubbles plus music from Press Play as you enjoy two and a half hours of raucous entertainment! There will also be singalongs, games, prizes, and outlandish surprises.

 

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Graham The Bear’s Bank Holiday Sunday Day Disco

An afternoon delight especially for indie lovers

Graham The Bear’s Bank Holiday Sunday Day Disco

Graham The Bear’s Bank Holiday Sunday Day Disco sees Graham Talyor of Newport’s finest comedy hip-hop group Goldie Lookin' Chain play a superb afternoon set of 80s, 90s and 00s indie. Expect to hear all the anthems you know and love from such classic acts as Pulp, Elastica, The Smiths, Catatonia and more.

 

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Phil Campbell & The Bastard Sons

For fans of heavy-metal and hard-rock

Heavy-metal fans will flock to the Corn Exchange to see Phil Campbell & The Bastard Sons on Saturday 11th May 2024. Led by Phil Campbell, former guitarist of Lemmy Kilmister’s mighty hard-rock band Motörhead, the six-string master will melt faces and thrill fans at this killer headline show. Last year saw the release of their latest LP Kings of the Asylum, and they look forward to even more excitement in 2024 including festival appearances.

 

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Big Mac's Wholly Soul Band

The premier soul band celebrates their 34th anniversary

Formed in 1990, Big Mac's Wholly Soul Band are a tremendous Newport based 12-piece group as seen at Boomtown Festival and the very best venues around the UK. They have also played support and shared bills with such greats as Billy Ocean, Edwin Starr, Jools Holland, Van Morrison, Earth Wind & Fire, and Sister Sledge.

Join them as they return home to celebrate their 34th birthday at the Corn Exchange. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly!

 

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