The Nutshell

Name: The Nutshell
Address: 15 Kings Walk, Winchester, SO238AF, GB
Telephone: +441962808533
Price range: $
Rating: 5

The Nutshell A small-scale, vibrant and inclusive 90-seat venue in the heart of Winchester’s Creative Quarter.

26/02/2025

The Nutshell warmly invites you to join us for our Meet the Makers Market; a market for makers, independents and creatives to sell their wares and showcase their making and design process during ‘Meet the Maker’ month.

This hand-curated market will feature some of the areas most talented independent crafters, who will be on hand to discuss their creative process, tools and techniques. The Nutshell Makers Market’s offer an authentic shopping experience, where visitors can buy unique handmade products, meet local creatives and support creative talent.

Come and join us!

👉 Sun 9 March
👉 10am-4pm
📍 The Nutshell, Kings Walk, Wi******er
✨ FREE ENTRY

Cafe and Bar will be open ☕️

25/02/2025

The Nutshell Cabaret Club 🖤

Step into the intriguing world of cabaret as you join Mercury (international idiot and cross dressed crooner) and friends for a night of decadence and debauchery.

Featuring a top UK cabaret, burlesque and variety line-up including Jamie Double, Audrey Heartburn, Evelyn Carnate & our sensational host Mercury.

Combining the highest levels of elegance and sophistication with a healthy dose of cheek, sass and s*x appeal, it’s guaranteed to leave jaws on floors and have you crying out for more. The Nutshell Cabaret Club offers an unforgettable evening - book quick to avoid disappointment.

Friday 28th February 2025
8pm (doors, bar and (bring your own) food from 7pm)
£22

Book Now: thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/nutshell-cabaret-club-feb

25/02/2025

THE NUTSHELL COMEDY CLUB: HELEN BAUER 🎤

Known for being a comedy powerhouse with an electric stage presence, Helen Bauer is one of the UK’s most exciting rising stand up stars.

“A personality that will fill a stadium. Mark my words, this girl will not be performing in small venues for much longer” ★★★★★ Sunday Express

Come and join us and host Paul McCaffrey, grab a drink at the bar, pre-order some grub and settle in for a night of BIG laughs as we feature some of the UK's best comedians.

Sat 1 March
📍 The Nutshell
🎟️ £22
̿📝 Helen Bauer, Jeremy Flynn & Paul McCaffrey

thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/nutshell-comedy-mar

Food in partnership with Marse.

22/02/2025

Mary Shelley’s gothic masterpiece is brought to the stage in Discarded Nut Theatre Co's haunting new adaptation that explores the blurred lines between creator and creation, humanity and monstrosity, and challenges the audience to question: who is the real monster?

“A rich and moving production by a vibrant and exciting company.” PRAISE FOR DNT CO.

12-22 March 2025
3pm & 7:30pm
£19+

Tickets 👉 thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/frankenstein

Based on the novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley
Adapted & Directed by Noël Jones
Adapted by Doug Revolta
Original Score by Will Pickering

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19/02/2025

Playtime! Join Ratty's band

Play-along theatre adventures for 2-6 year olds and their grown-ups.

Come along for a fun, relaxed participatory theatre session with The Last Baguette theatre company. There’ll be silliness, play-acting, games and music...

Sessions last 1 hour, and are created for ages 2-6 and their grown-ups. Younger and older siblings welcome! The Last Baguette makes entertaining, accessible and eccentric work for family audiences.

Mon 24 February 2025
10AM + 11:30AM
£15 (admits 2)

Book Now thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/playtime-jan

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18/02/2025

The Nutshell Jazz Club: James Allsopp

"Perhaps the most gifted British saxophonist of his generation, not to mention the most adaptable." Underscore Magazine

In a 20 year career James Allsopp has been a featured performer and recording artist for an incredibly diverse range of musicians. James’s debut album was nominated for BBC Jazz Award for Best Album 2007 and he won the BBC Jazz Award for Innovation 2008

Thurs 20 February 2025
8pm (doors at 7pm)
Tickets £22 (includes all fees and levies)

Book Now thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/jazzclub-feb

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17/02/2025

Join us for our monthly Jazz Club for grown-ups and their little ones in partnership with Wi******er Jazz Festival - and this February half-term we're open for all!

February: Alex Western-King

Grab a coffee and a slice of cake, park up your buggies or scooters and get ready for a mid-week lunchtime concert featuring some of the UK's best Jazz musicians.

Time: 11.30am (doors and café open 11am)
Ticket: £15 (admits one adult and one little one (ages 0-4).
🖤 Ticket includes free drink and cake! 🍰☕️

Book Now: thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/jazzbops-feb

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16/02/2025

Awarded Best children’s show of Brighton Festival 2006 Shoe Baby is a magical puppet show! A fantastical sing-a-long adventure with a baby who takes to the sea, the air, the zoo all in a shoe!

Shoe Baby is adapted from the book written by well known author, Joyce Dunbar, published by Walker books. The music is written by talented musician, Tom Gray of the award winning band Gomez.

11am + 2pm
£15 (admits 2)
Aimed at ages 2-6
30 minutes and 15 minutes meet the puppets

Book Now: thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/shoe-baby

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10/02/2025

WISE WOMAN 💙

“You guys absolutely rock” BBC RADIO 3

Blending ancient folk traditions with a bold contemporary flair, Wise Woman arrives with a heady collision of lush vocal harmonies, cinematic strings and 90s girl power.

This tour celebrates their upcoming EP “Hold The Wonder,” (March 2025), which centres the band’s mesmerising acappella sounds with original songs of protest, personal discovery and perhaps a dash of shapeshifting.

SUN, 16 MARCH

WORKSHOP: 3PM | EVENING PERFORMANCE: 7:30PM

Workshop: £15 (for 1.5 hours)
Evening Performance: £22
Combo ticket for workshop + performance: £35

🎟️🔗☝️

09/02/2025

NOSFERATU WITH LIVE SCORE 🖤 FRI, 14 FEB

Ready for a valentines night to remember?

Stunning multi-instrumental live musical accompaniments to iconic silent films of the 1920s, creating an immersive and unforgettable cinema experience.

Formed in 2006, Minima are a Bristol-based four-piece band specialising in live accompaniment to screenings of classic silent films. Their instrumentation includes cello, double bass, guitars, dulcimer, mandolin, synthesiser and drum kit, creating a bold and unique live sound.

“Minima are one of the leading bands accompanying silent film in Europe.” Barbican Centre

“Minima’s spine-tingling music clung to each twist of the movie… spellbinding.” The Guardian

“Acclaimed soundscapers Minima provide a superlative soundtrack.” Time Out London

Minima’s original scores strike up a thrilling relationship with the images and narratives of some of the most iconic silent films of 1920s, creating a truly immersive audio-visual experience.

Nosferatu is one of the silent era’s iconic masterpieces. Its eerie, Gothic feel – and chilling performance from Max Shrek as the vampire – set the template for horror films that followed. Darkly humorous and tender too – this is a story of yearning and the search for fulfilment. F.W. Murnau’s film continues to haunt – and, indeed, terrify – modern audiences with the unshakable power of its images.

FRI, 14 FEB
8pm (doors at 7pm)
£22

tickets → link in bio

08/02/2025

The Nutshell Curiosity Club • Cabaret 🩷

Step into the intriguing world of cabaret as you join Mercury (international idiot and cross dressed crooner) and friends for a night of decadence and debauchery.

Featuring Audrey Heartburn, Dosa Cat, Evelyn Carnate and Mercury.

Our Cabaret Club combines the highest levels of elegance and sophistication with a healthy dose of cheek, sass and s*x appeal, it’s guaranteed to leave jaws on floors and have you crying out for more.

The Nutshell Cabaret Club offers an unforgettable evening - book quick to avoid disappointment.

👉 Fri 28 Feb
👉 Doors @ 6:30pm | Starts @ 7:30pm
👉 £22
👉 Bar open from 6:30pm

🎟️🔗☝️

08/02/2025

Shoe Baby | 18 Feb * HALF-TERM *

Awarded Best children’s show of Brighton Festival 2006 Shoe Baby is a magical puppet show!

A fantastical sing-a-long adventure with a baby who takes to the sea, the air, the zoo all in a shoe!

Shoe Baby is adapted from the book written by well known author, Joyce Dunbar, published by Walker books. The music is written by talented musician, Tom Gray of the award winning band Gomez.

11am + 2pm

£15 (admits one grown-up and one little-one)

Aimed at ages 2-6

30 minutes and 15 minutes meet the puppets

thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/shoe-baby

07/02/2025

THE NUTSHELL COMEDY CLUB: HELEN BAUER 🎤

Known for being a comedy powerhouse with an electric stage presence, Helen Bauer is one of the UK’s most exciting rising stand up stars.

“A personality that will fill a stadium. Mark my words, this girl will not be performing in small venues for much longer” ★★★★★ Sunday Express

Come and join us and host Paul McCaffrey, grab a drink at the bar, pre-order some grub and settle in for a night of BIG laughs as we feature some of the UK's best comedians.

Sat 1 March
📍 The Nutshell
🎟️ £22
̿📝 Helen Bauer, Jeremy Flynn & Paul McCaffrey

TICKETS 👉 thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/nutshell-comedy-mar

Food in partnership with Marse.

06/02/2025

NOSFERATU WITH LIVE SCORE 🖤 FRI, 14 FEB

Stunning multi-instrumental live musical accompaniments to iconic silent films of the 1920s, creating an immersive and unforgettable cinema experience.

Formed in 2006, Minima are a Bristol-based four-piece band specialising in live accompaniment to screenings of classic silent films. Their instrumentation includes cello, double bass, guitars, dulcimer, mandolin, synthesiser and drum kit, creating a bold and unique live sound.

“Minima are one of the leading bands accompanying silent film in Europe.” Barbican Centre

“Minima’s spine-tingling music clung to each twist of the movie… spellbinding.” The Guardian

“Acclaimed soundscapers Minima provide a superlative soundtrack.” Time Out London

Minima’s original scores strike up a thrilling relationship with the images and narratives of some of the most iconic silent films of 1920s, creating a truly immersive audio-visual experience. Minima specialise in the gothic horrors and thrillers of the era, performing to Nosferatu, The Cabinet Of Doctor Caligari, Hitchcock’s The Lodger and The Phantom Of The Opera.

Nosferatu is one of the silent era’s iconic masterpieces. Its eerie, Gothic feel – and chilling performance from Max Shrek as the vampire – set the template for horror films that followed. Darkly humorous and tender too – this is a story of yearning and the search for fulfilment. F.W. Murnau’s film continues to haunt – and, indeed, terrify – modern audiences with the unshakable power of its images.

FRI, 14 FEB
8pm (doors at 7pm)
£22

tickets → thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/nosferatu

04/02/2025

The Nutshell Jazz Club: JAMES ALLSOPP

In a 20 year career James Allsopp has been a featured performer and recording artist for an incredibly diverse range of musicians. James has played in concert and on albums by legendary artists such as The Last Poets, David Axelrod, Dr John and Mulatu Astake.

James’s debut album was nominated for BBC Jazz Award for Best Album 2007 and he won the BBC Jazz Award for Innovation 2008.

Thu, 20 Feb
📍 The Nutshell
8pm - doors @ 7pm
£22

Tickets 👉 thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/jazzclub-feb

The Nutshell Jazz Club is programmed in partnership with Wi******er Jazz Festival and is sponsored by Christopher Jones Wealth Management.

03/02/2025

Four weeks until our full company rehearsals begin - at The Nutshell for 2 weeks only >> 12-22 March.

Here’s a little glimpse into the Development Week rehearsal room with Edmund Morris (The Monster) and Ben Lynn (Victor Frankenstein).

thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/frankenstein

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29/01/2025

Discarded Nut Theatre Co. brings the gothic masterpiece to The Nutshell.

A haunting new adaptation that explores the blurred lines between creator and creation, humanity and monstrosity and provokes the audience to question: who is the real monster?

Starring Edmund Morris as The Monster and Ben Lynn as Victor Frankenstein for 2 weeks only.

thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/frankenstein

📸 Simon Bray
Design Harriet Morris

Based on the novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley or The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley.

Directed & Adapted by Noël Jones
Adapted by Douglas Revolta
Original score by Will Pickering

28/01/2025

Bring Your Own Baby Comedy is BACK! 🍼

LINE UP 👇

Sarah Iles “never fails to deliver” Chortle

Joe Bor “Joe Bor is a must see” Alan Carr

Mike Cox - Host “delicious cynicism and razor-sharp wit” Romesh Ranganathan

Join us for an afternoon of hilarious comedy, where you can relax and have a good laugh at the best comedians in the UK, without needing childcare!

There’s buggy parking, baby changing and more, so that you can take some time for yourself and have an afternoon of belly laughs.

The bar is fully stocked, whether you fancy a cuppa or even something a bit stronger (G&T anyone?).

WINNER: Best bring-along Baby Event (HOOP Awards)
WINNER: Comedy Club of the Year 2024 (Innovation and Excellence Awards)

Wed, 29 Jan 2025

12.30pm (doors 12pm)
£15 | admits 2
£20 ticket includes glass of fizz 🍾
Grown-ups and babies

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The Nutshell Jazz Club: James Allsopp "Perhaps the most gifted British saxophonist of his generation, not to mention the most adaptable." Underscore Magazine In a 20 year career James Allsopp has been a featured performer and recording artist for an incredibly diverse range of musicians. James’s debut album was nominated for BBC Jazz Award for Best Album 2007 and he won the BBC Jazz Award for Innovation 2008 Thurs 20 February 2025 8pm (doors at 7pm) Tickets £22 (includes all fees and levies) Book Now thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/jazzclub-feb #HelloWinchester #hellowinchester #thenutshellwinchester #winchesterjazz #thenutshelljazzclub #winchestercreativequarter #whatsonhampshire #inanutshell #whatsonwinchester #Winchester

THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB 🎷 Line-up → James Allsopp James Allsopp has played in concert and on albums by legendary artists such as The Last Poets, David Axelrod, Dr John and Mulatu Astake. James’s debut album was nominated for BBC Jazz Award for Best Album 2007 and he won the BBC Jazz Award for Innovation 2008. THU 20 FEB | 8PM | £22 #winchesterjazz #winchesterjazzfestival #jamesallsopp

Shoe Baby | 18 Feb * HALF-TERM * Awarded Best children’s show of Brighton Festival 2006 Shoe Baby is a magical puppet show! A fantastical sing-a-long adventure with a baby who takes to the sea, the air, the zoo all in a shoe! Shoe Baby is adapted from the book written by well known author, Joyce Dunbar, published by Walker books. The music is written by talented musician, Tom Gray of the award winning band Gomez. 11am + 2pm £15 (admits one grown-up and one little-one) Aimed at ages 2-6 30 minutes and 15 minutes meet the puppets thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/shoe-baby #whatsonwinchester #winchesterparents #hellowinchester #winchesterhalfterm #halfterm #whatsonhalfterm #winchestertheatre

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NOSFERATU WITH LIVE SCORE 🖤 FRI, 14 FEB Stunning multi-instrumental live musical accompaniments to iconic silent films of the 1920s, creating an immersive and unforgettable cinema experience. Formed in 2006, Minima are a Bristol-based four-piece band specialising in live accompaniment to screenings of classic silent films. Their instrumentation includes cello, double bass, guitars, dulcimer, mandolin, synthesiser and drum kit, creating a bold and unique live sound. “Minima are one of the leading bands accompanying silent film in Europe.” Barbican Centre “Minima’s spine-tingling music clung to each twist of the movie… spellbinding.” The Guardian “Acclaimed soundscapers Minima provide a superlative soundtrack.” Time Out London Minima’s original scores strike up a thrilling relationship with the images and narratives of some of the most iconic silent films of 1920s, creating a truly immersive audio-visual experience. Minima specialise in the gothic horrors and thrillers of the era, performing to Nosferatu, The Cabinet Of Doctor Caligari, Hitchcock’s The Lodger and The Phantom Of The Opera. Nosferatu is one of the silent era’s iconic masterpieces. Its eerie, Gothic feel – and chilling performance from Max Shrek as the vampire – set the template for horror films that followed. Darkly humorous and tender too – this is a story of yearning and the search for fulfilment. F.W. Murnau’s film continues to haunt – and, indeed, terrify – modern audiences with the unshakable power of its images. FRI, 14 FEB 8pm (doors at 7pm) £22 tickets → thenutshellwinchester.com/shows-and-events/nosferatu #nosferatu #nosferatuwithlivescore #minima #whatsonwinchester #hellowinchester #inanutshell #thenutshellwinchester

Shoe Baby 👟 Join us for a February half-term treat suitable for all the family 🖤 Awarded Best children’s show of Brighton Festival 2006 Shoe Baby is a magical puppet show! A fantastical sing-a-long adventure with a baby who takes to the sea, the air, the zoo all in a shoe! Shoe Baby is adapted from the book written by well known author, Joyce Dunbar, published by Walker books. The music is written by Tom Gray of the award winning band Gomez. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 11am + 2pm £15 (admits 2) Ages 2-6 and families 45 minutes including a chance to meet the puppets. Link in bio 🎟 #whatsonwinchester #shoebaby #inanutshell #thenutshellwinchester #winchesterparents

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