Page 58 - Phonebox Magazine November 2010

THE BHUZZ
Open Mic night
at the Cannon
once again
proved hard to
resist. I really do
recommend you
try a night down
in the Sunset
lounge, the
atmosphere is
always electric.
With the threat
of another recession being banded around I for one need cheering up - The brilliant Monty Python musical Spamalot will be at MK Theatre so be sure to check out the feature. Have a good month.
i and welcome back to The Buzz, your monthly dosage of all local entertainment
BUSZY CINEMA PRESENTS... the most revealing film of the year
stars in
Burlesque Undressed Friday 12th November 2010
Doors at 8PM screening starts 8:30PM
Tickets £4 available from the Buszy, 401 Elder Gate, CMK 01908 231312 18+ only. Bar open.
news. I mainly remember November due to that terrifying ‘Be careful with sparklers’ advert from when I was a kid (The little girl with the paralyzing scream who ends up with a hand bandaged up like she’s been on a tour of Vietnam).
Well I’m pleased to say that I’m just about over that now, I find vodka on my cornflakes has fixed the sparkler phobia flashbacks and to celebrate I thought I’d look for an alternative way of viewing fireworks in our area. As I write this I’m a touch on the hungover side, the lure of Newport Pagnell’s
Mark Stevenson
The Sunset Lounge Open Mic
The Cannon Newport Pagnell Every Thursday – FREE!
As the winter starts to kick in I’m finding it even harder to get off the sofa on a midweek evening. The exception however is a Thursday night when Jeff Sewell and Gary Murphy combine to lead their Open Mic night in the Sunset lounge at the back of the Cannon in Newport Pagnell.
have to do is stick your name down and wait for your introduction and this night offers both new comers and well known acts the perfect platform to perform and build a name for themselves.
twitter.com/sslopenmic Facebook - The Sunset Lounge Open Mic
Photo courtesy of Rick Jeavons Photography mood with bean bags, lava lamps and cosy surroundings.
If you want a seat for the night then turn up early because it gets busy quickly! The night starts from 8pm onwards and is completely free. The bar girl even remembers your order, which is useful as the night progresses if you get what I mean.
This special night continues to grow in popularity with musicians and singers encouraged to perform and jam to the friendly, open minded crowd with no sign of attitude. A smell of incense hangs in the air whilst the ambience of the venue instantly creates a laid back
A three song set is usually the standard depending on numbers, but the gents will make every effort to make sure everyone gets a look in.
Jeff Sewell AKA Jet Lagged Jeff Alex Wesley from The Amateurs If you want to perform, all you
Do you really need to weight your options up any further?
Lastly don’t forget the once a month Sunday comedy night ‘That Time of the Month’ with top quality comedy from both local and further afield acts. MS
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It is true to say that this night is easily one of Newport Pagnell’s most popular events playing host to some of the areas best talent. The beauty of the night is that everyone is given equal opportunity to express themselves without having to feel overpowered by some of the more familiar acts. The last night I went to, regulars from the crowd would step up to the stage and start jamming with percussion - the night has a real Open Mic family feel to itl. This is reinforced further with the Open Mic guest book that you can leave your comments in.
Last time I checked the TV guide for a Thursday night I found this; What Katie did next - ‘A nervous Katie Price prepares to watch her husband Alex Reid enter the ring for one of the biggest fights of his career. When the bout is over, she helps Alex nurse his wounds and adjust to life without a gruelling training schedule’