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"Since 2005, Dr. Sketchy's has been the name in alternative drawing with branches in over a hundred cities around the globe, Dr Sketchy's York, presented by artist extraordinaire Jay Sillence and photographer Rachel Saunders, comes to The Basement for 2013 and features a mix of eccentric characters, Burlesque starlets, fetish models, drag queens and much more. No sterile room with a boring model, have a drink, have a laugh, enjoy some funny contests and win some wacky prizes. You don't need to be a perfect artist it's just a bit of fun."
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Pegs in the Basement!Formed in the summer of 2011, The Rusty Pegs are a band whose love of country knows no limits. Fronted by the gorgeous Cat Foster, with guest and backing vocals from all of the boy Pegs, the York-based five-piece pride themselves on their feel-good vibes and an eclectic mix of the...... (read more)
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Blonde on Bob's Million Dollar Birthday Bash-The annual celebration of the music of Bob Dylan.To coincide with Dylan's 72nd birthday, Blonde on Bob play Dylan classics and Mulholland play the whole of the classic album Blood On The Tracks
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Every Saturday we bring you four of the funniest stand-up comedians from around the world to our friendly and intimate venue in a two and a half hour long laughter-fest aimed at comedy fans, couples and small groups.We are NOT suitable for large single sex groups such as Stag or Hen parties, we operate...... (read more)
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Always popular, the Hyena Lounge Bank Holiday Specials bring you three of the best acts on the circuit, and no school in the morning!We are NOT suitable for large single sex groups such as Stag or Hen parties, we operate a strict NO FANCY DRESS policy and the maximum group size we allow is 12. Please...... (read more)
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Enter our candlelit speakeasy for a sparkling evening of burlesque sirens, live music and vintage tunes. Dress to impress and experience York's most decadent night out featuring cabaret performers from across the UK including:Red hot rockabilly band The JIttersBurlesque from:Betty Blue Eyes - The...... (read more)
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Distinctly Dutch, marked by the damp, chilly air and melancholic longing of ’60s masters Group 1850 but also utterly 2013, Gardner is on par with the finest new artists, yet somehow more honest and in awe of the source material with a keener ear for a strong tune than many of his peers. He’s definitely...... (read more)
Friday 6 September: Mr H presents Nick Harper + Special Guests
They know him as Harpic and what he can't do with an acoustic guitar isn't worth knowing. A man who's been a cross between Jeff Buckley and Hendrix long before the current crop of McRae...... (read more)
