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Ignite March Social – Movie Night

Tuesday 10 March 2026 18:00

APNA 2026

Thursday 12 March 2026 19:00

From £16 (student prices available)

Vibe Lounge | Jack Pudding

Friday 13 March 2026 18:30

BSO After Dark feat. Baby Panna

Friday 13 March 2026 19:30

From £16 (£8 students and under 18s)

Are you aged 18 - 25?

Ever wanted to put on your own music event? Aiming for a career in the music industry? Join us at Turner Sims – the University of Southampton’s music venue – for a series of free practical workshops introducing careers and skills in live music venues. Learn from industry professionals about how gigs are booked, how live events are run, concerts promoted, and get hands on experience in technical production.

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Mammal Hands

Friday 2 October 2026 20:00

From £12 (£10 students and under 18s)

The Gigspanner Big Band

Friday 23 October 2026 20:00

From £12 (£10 students & under 18s)

Lemn Sissay | Let the Light Pour In

Thursday 3 December 2026 19:30

From £10 (concessions available)

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The Vibe – Access All Areas

Join us at Turner Sims for a series of free practical workshops introducing careers and skills in live music venues.

Mahler, mountains and music at Springwell School

As part of our school concert programme at Turner Sims, we were thrilled to bring the extraordinary Aurora Orchestra directly to Springwell School, a primary special school for children with complex learning difficulties.

Celebrating the National Year of Reading at Turner Sims

At Turner Sims, we know that stories don’t just live on the page. That’s why this year, three of our family performances are inspired by beloved children’s books, bringing words, pictures and music together in magical new ways.

BSO After Dark: not your typical concert

What happens when you mix orchestral soundtracks, spoken word poetry, atmospheric lighting, and a room full of curious people ready to feel something?