Hinckley ACT live folk and blues in Leicestershire

Wednesday 4th August 2010 - Club night
Come and listen to some of the finest musicians in Leicestershire - or come along with instrument and/or voice and join in! With special guest Chris Chambers.

Wednesday 11th August 2010 - Bob Tibbetts
One of the ACT's favourite sons returns - enjoy a stunning combination of his Bob’s own compositions and excellent covers – particularly of JJ Cale songs.

Wed. 8th September 2010 - Jack Lawrence Richard Plank
The 'acoustic powerhouse' from Charlotte, North Carolina, Jack Lawrence is being joined by English finger-picking guitarist Richard Plank. With special guest Guy Rogers.

Friday 17th September 2010 - Pierre Bensusan
French-Algerian guitarist, singer and composer Pierre Bensusan is one of the most eloquent world musicians of our time. With guest Nigel Beck.

Wednesday 14th July 2010 - local artists' folk spectacular!
Wednesday 14th July - Steve Fitton, Rachael Ball, Paul Phillips & John Montague. Four top local artist appeared on one bill! PAST EVENT

Wednesday 9th June 2010 - Kent Duchaine
Kent Duchaine and Leadbessie - his battered 1934 National Steel Guitar - are in demand around the world. With guest Tony Jones. PAST EVENT

Sunday 30th May - THE FESTIVAL OF MUSIC
THE musical celebration at the Sketchley Grange Hotel - with Rick Wakeman, Gordon Giltrap, Michael Chapman, Steve Hicks and Lynn Goulbourn. PAST EVENT

Wednesday 12th May 2010 - Nigel Beck
Fingerstyle guitar with a propulsive beat and at other times with the emotional sensitivity of the old masters. With support from Alex Bett. PAST EVENT.

Friday 16th April - Chris and Mark Newman
Chris and older brother Mark gave such a brilliant performance together at the Hinckley ACT last year, that we asked for a return visit! PAST EVENT

Wednesday 14th April 2010 - Michael Chapman and Bridget St John
Michael Chapman and Bridget St John on their second UK tour played solo spots and as a duo. PAST EVENT

Wednesday 17th March 2010 - Iain Matthews
Iain's return to the Hinckley ACT sparked a huge demand for tickets: online ticket sales helped fans beat the rush! PAST EVENT

Wednesday 10th March - Tony and Brynley G Jones
Tony is a blues guitarist and led a popular workshop at the Blues Festival last September, along with his son and blues singer-songwriter Brynley G Jones. PAST EVENT

Saturday 27th February 2010 - Isambarde
In the hands of Isambarde, songs positively burst into life. They can make a song that draws on events of 1618 sound like it was about 20 past 4 yesterday. PAST EVENT

Wednesday 10th February 2010 - Jamie Arkless
Folk songs and tunes from Britain, Ireland and America ...things by John Renbourn, Bert Jansch, Davey Graham, Bob Dylan among others... PAST EVENT

Wednesday 9th December 2009 - Christmas special!
Ho! ho! ho! - Santa had a huge surprise for ACT fans! Steve Hicks, Ash Mandrake, In Any Order, Tanya Holloway, mulled wine, mince pies... PAST EVENT

Tuesday 24th November 2009 - Michael Chapman
The most popular act at the ACT? The Hinckley ACT's favourite son Michael Chapman returned - supported by Bob Tibbetts and Phil Briggs. PAST EVENT

Wednesday 11th November 2009 - Pete Smith
Pete plays jazz, blues, folk, ragtime, calypso, baroque and bluegrass and is the official rep for Larivee Guitars. Accompanied by Paul Martin. PAST EVENT

Wednesday 4th November - Lord London's birthday bash!
More wonderful music than you can shake a treble clef at! The most impressive lineup of talent EVER at the Hinckley ACT! PAST EVENT

Wednesday 14th October 2009 - Hamish Currie
A VERY entertaining evening featuring Hamish's unique style of folk, lively, witty, spontaneous and interactive. With Phil Briggs and Wayne Morris. PAST EVENT

Wednesday 7th October 2009 - Club night
Johnny Dickinson is a sensation - plus the wonderful Hamish Currie and a wealth of local musicians! PAST EVENT