Team behind Shangri-La bring new venue to city
A NEW music venue and event space from the team behind one of the most popular areas at Glastonbury Festival is opening in Bristol.
Anyone who has been to the legendary Somerset party will no doubt have a tale or two to tell from visiting Shangri-La.
The ever-changing immersive district hosts an eclectic range of musical acts across its eye-catching stages.
And after Glastonbury was cancelled for the second year running in 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic, the Shangri-La team are making a triumphant return by launching Lost Horizon HQ right here in Bristol.
Situated on Elton Street near Cabot Circus and Old Market, Lost Horizon will be independent arts centre and bar – a “creative playground” for Shangri-La to showcase art, live music and performance throughout the summer.
The multi-use venue will initially have a reduced capacity of 120 inside and 120 in its sun-trap beer garden when it opens on July 1, expanding to a total of 350 when restrictions lift.
Bands and DJs set to perform over the two opening weekends include Beans on Toast, Ellie Stokes, Binbag Wisdom, Dr Syntax, The Nextmen and many more.
Following hot on their heels will be some special shows to be announced soon, alongside some Shangri-La surprise headline acts, bringing festival vibes to Bristol throughout the summer.
ShangrilART takeovers will take place at the venue every Saturday between 12pm to 5pm, soundtracked by playlists from ShangrilART’s artists.
A street gallery will be a revolving exhibition available 24/7 for all to enjoy, and new exhibitions will be added fortnightly to the indoor space.
Kaye Dunnings, creative director at Lost Horizon and Shangri-La, said: “At last, a lifelong dream of ours is being realised – a creative headquarters where our culture and community can thrive year round - and can be experienced by everyone.
“With inclusivity at our core, we will raise the bar with our new venture, forging collaborations and partnerships within the city and beyond on our ever evolving exploration into human connection.”