Spectacular 2026 Season Announced - January Through July!
We're delighted to unveil our spectacular lineup for the first half of 2026, featuring seven unmissable events that showcase the very best in jazz, blues and soul!
January 18th - Derek Nash's Picante
The season kicks off in style with their unique Latin flavours inspired by Buena Vista Social Club and Stan Getz, creating an irresistible blend of mambo, salsa, samba and bossa nova.
February 8th - The Gray Project
A 10-piece jazz funk and soul powerhouse taking their cues from Average White Band, Tower of Power and Quincy Jones - guaranteed to fill the floor with hip urban grooves!
March 8th - Steemy Dan
One of the region's finest returns! This critically acclaimed tribute to Steely Dan is so authentic you'll think you're listening to Walter Becker and Donald Fagen themselves.
April 12th - Ben Crosland's All Star Band
Jazz interpretations of The Kinks' songbook, featuring an incredible lineup including guitarist John Etheridge, Buster Birch on drums, Steve Lodder on keyboards and Theo Travis on saxophones.
May 10th - Chris Corcoran
The much-anticipated Ipswich debut of this blues guitar virtuoso, considered one of the UK's finest, backed by an exceptional band including Lee Badau and Mike Austen on saxophones.
June 14th - Brandon Allen presents 'Some Kinda Mean'
A journey through the musical life of David 'Fathead' Newman, exploring his legendary work with Ray Charles and beyond.
July 19th - Paul Jones and Friends
The season culminates with this legend - star of Manfred Mann, The Blues Band, and BBC Radio 2's Blues programme for 32 years. Joined by an all-star band featuring guitarist Denny Ilett, saxophonist Harry Greene, organist Jim Watson and drummer George Double, Paul presents an afternoon of rhythm and blues classics as well as some gems from the Manfred Mann and Blues Band back catalogues. Expect worldwide hits like 'Do Wah Diddy Diddy' and 'Pretty Flamingo' alongside rhythm and blues classics.
Tickets are on sale now at just £15 (except Paul Jones at £22). Don't miss out on what promises to be an extraordinary season at Ipswich's home of great live music!
