Announcements

Burning Duck Comedy: Jo Caulfield

Voted ‘Comedians’ Comedian of The Year 2022’, Jo Caulfield is “quite simply, a damn funny woman.” (The Guardian)
Here Comes Trouble is 90 minutes of razor-sharp observations and scandalous one-liners, as Jo gets her claws into everything (and everyone) that annoys her.

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English Teacher – *SOLD OUT*

Ace Leeds quartet are back at The Crescent for Independent Venue Week!
Their dreamy pop meets post-punk noise has been stealing hearts this year and we’re very pleased to welcome them back.

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Dead Men Walking feat. Kirk Brandon, Jake Burns, Segs Jennings & Dave Ruffy

Founding DMW member Kirk Brandon (Spear of Destiny/Theatre of Hate) will once again be joined by heralded rhythm section Segs and Ruffy from The Ruts on acoustic bass, percussion and vocals, completing the line up Jake Burns, legendary frontman of Stiff Little Fingers, will also be bringing his guitar, songs, and stories.

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End The Siege in Gaza !

Join us on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at 17:00 GMT as we gather to raise our voices against the ongoing siege in Gaza. This aims to unite people to demand an end to the suffering and injustices faced by the people of Gaza.

This event will bring together Palestinian speakers, Jewish activists, and local community members to share their commitment to freedom and justice of Palestine and to discuss actionable solutions.

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York Zine Fest

York zine fest!! Free entry and all ages welcome! DIY goods, ZINES, printmaking, FUN, self publishing artists, NICE TIMES!!

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The Family Shambles: Chaos At The Workshop – *CANCELLED*

The Family Shambles are back at The Crescent this festive season with Chaos At The Workshop!
Introducing our headline guest Pixie Polite from RuPauls Drag Race UK season 4 who will be performing a fantastic festive set for us, while our hosts Gayle Force and Lois Denominator unravel the true chaotic story behind Christmas!

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Mr Wilson’s Second Liners

New Orleans meets 90s club classics…a rave funeral without the body.
These revolutionary genre bashers knock the First Line sideways, opting for upbeat dance tracks over traditional slow hymns. Proudly stepping out in uniformed style, they channel the spirit of the 24 hour party people and get audiences dancing wherever they play.

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Some Voices Choir: Disco Decadence

Join us for a party night of pure hedonistic joy, soundtracked by our mighty York choir singing disco tunes from past and present in jaw-dropping harmony.

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