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(Sundays at 6:45pm
Thursdays 7:30pm)

Thurs 16th Oct
Newtown House Hotel, Hayling
Sun 19th Oct
Barley Mow
Sun 26th Oct
Admiral Drake
Thurs 30th Oct
Newtown House Hotel, Hayling
Sun 2nd Nov
Barley Mow
Sun 9th Nov
Admiral Drake
Thurs 13th Nov
Newtown House Hotel, Hayling
Sun 16th Nov
Barley Mow
Thurs 27th Nov
Newtown House Hotel, Hayling
Sun 30th Nov
Admiral Drake
Sun 7th Dec
Barley Mow
Thurs 11th Dec
Newtown House Hotel, Hayling
Sun 14th Dec
Admiral Drake
Sun 21st Dec
Barley Mow
Sun 28th Dec
Admiral Drake

Welcome to Alleycats Open Mic Night - over 20 years old and still going from strength to strength, thanks to a loyal following of musicians (poets, etc) and audience members.
Even better, it has never stagnated, with a flow of fresh faces who have ensured that every Alleycats is always different and entertaining.
Many bands in Portsmouth have formed through meeting, playing, jamming, testing material and having fun at Alleycats. Above all, that is the key to what Alleycats is about - the chance to enjoy making music, regardless of your ability. If you love music, want to play to a supportive and appreciative audience - then Alleycats is for you.
We don't pre-book performers. Just turn up on the night, let us know you'd like to play and if there's time, you're on. It's first come, first serve with no preferential treatment. We may change the running order (usually for the player's benefit), but not the opportunity to play. It's very informal, very friendly and we only have one rule. Please tune up before getting on stage. It's usually busy, so we don't want to lose valuable time.
We allow three songs per act (occasionally more, very rarely less), as most people need the first song to get into the swing of things. There's usually a good number of great musicians willing to support nervous players.
We are very proud of the community that has grown around Alleycats, with very good people, and a conitnual stream of new faces who enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and friendliness. You will be made welcome, and nervous players are always well supported by everyone.
Hope to see you soon.


~~~~~ Our usual days ~~~~~


THE BARLEY MOW, Castle Rd, Southsea on 1st & 3rd SUNDAY of the MONTH - 6:45pm start

THE ADMIRAL DRAKE, Kingston Cres, Portsmouth, on the 2nd & LAST SUNDAY of the MONTH - 6:45pm start

THE NEWTOWN HOUSE HOTEL, Manor Road, Hayling Island, on EVERY OTHER THURSDAY - 7:30pm start

As we always say, Alleycats is for everyone. See you soon

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