This powerful one-woman show, starring acclaimed actress Liz Grand, brings to life the extraordinary story of Emmeline Pankhurst, one of the most influential and iconic British women in history. A tireless champion of women’s rights, Pankhurst led the fight for women to gain the vote, enduring multiple imprisonments and undertaking numerous hunger strikes in the name of equality.

After nearly thirty years of being ignored by Parliament, she famously turned to Direct Action. Under her leadership, the Suffragettes escalated their campaign—throwing stones at politicians, setting fire to letter boxes, damaging property, and chaining themselves to railings—to make their voices impossible to ignore.

Although their determination ultimately succeeded, the path to victory came at a great personal cost to many brave women. And despite her pivotal role, Emmeline herself was not universally admired. Some argued that the more confrontational methods delayed, rather than accelerated, progress.

This performance offers a compelling, intimate portrait of a woman whose courage reshaped history—and of a movement that changed the world.

DEVON FUNK & SOUL CLUB & THE BEEHIVE presents... 

The Big Soul Night, with DJ John Bongo

Running Time: 7pm - 11pm

Tickets: £10 including a £1.50 booking fee

Classic soul music from every decade, including (but NEVER limited to)...

Northern

Southern

Memphis (Stax)

Motown

Philly

Acid Jazz

Modern Soul

 ...with a huge wooden dance floor, big sound, night club lighting, and funky visuals on the big screen! 

Please note: this is not an OVO event. Also, there will be NO USE of talcum powder on the dance floor, due to its associated health risks when inhaled, it's effect on technical equipment, and the extra cleaning duties required post event. 

 ABOUT THE VENUE: The Beehive's main auditorium has more than 2,000 square feet of dancing space on a well-maintained sprung wooden dance floor. There will be plenty of tables on which to rest your glasses, and plenty of seating should you need to rest yourself! The bar will be open from 6.30pm (30 minutes before the event begins) so you can get a drink and chat before we get you dancing. The Beehive's helpful stewards will be on-hand to assist with just about anything you might need.

 There is limited parking available, with nearby on-street parking and a public car park a short walk away.

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