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17 June 2010

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Drawing upon a rich history of political song, a special multi-artist bill compered by and featuring Harry Shearer (The Simpsons, Spinal Tap) as well as Camille O'Sullivan, Neil Hannon, Tom Robinson, Eliza Carthy, Martin Carthy, Norma Waterson, Boris Grebenshikov, Jez Lowe, Emily Smith, Claribel Alegria and more performs a night of songs in the key of revolution and protest.

Thursday 17 June 2010 - 19:30

Ticket Prices: £35 £30 £25
Concession/Group Prices: 50% off limited availability

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