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The event marks 50 years since the late Richard H Kirk, Stephen Mallinder and Chris Watson performed as Cabaret Voltaire at the Sheffield Students Union Refectory on 13 May 1975. The performance, which was greeted with violence by some factions in the audience, is the catalyst for the event in October to celebrate Cabaret Voltaire, one of Britain’s most influential and pioneering electronic bands. In the current climate of social turmoil and political manipulation, the work of Cabaret Voltaire continues to be prescient and necessary. The sounds, words, images and films of the band resonate loudly, continuing to challenge the status quo. Original members Chris Watson and Stephen Mallinder are committed to stay true to the enduring vision of Cabaret Voltaire. The performance will cover the arc of their formidable output – from early experiments, and the first Rough Trade / Factory releases, through the band’s Doublevision video label and into the work with renowned producers such as Adrian Sherwood and Marshall Jefferson. Stephen Mallinder explains, “The live set is built from scratch but faithful to the original tracks. Everything has been painstakingly reconstructed with the original technology and processes to build the tracks. But as with all Cabs live shows there is an element of the unpredictable, the new. Chance meets causality.” Chris Watson goes on to say, “I’m delighted and totally thrilled to make a contribution to the band’s 50th anniversary. To share a stage once more with Mal and to honour Richard’s legacy will be a unique privilege, whilst remembering that in current times, such as then, the Dadaist interventions of Cabaret Voltaire remain essential.”

Doors: 19:30

Soborgnost: 20:00

DJ’s: Pipes and Sydney Minsky Sargeant: 20:30

CABARET VOLTAIRE: 21:15 

DJ’s: Pipes and Sydney Minsky Sargeant: 22:30 – 23:30

Please note this event may include flashing and fast moving lights which may not be suitable for those who are photo sensitive.

This event will be filmed and photographed. Please contact a member of staff if you have any concerns.

Additional Ticket info: Accessible tickets – please note this ticket includes 1 assistant or carer. We assume 2 people will attend on this ticket. FORGE Warehouse 148 Effingham Road Sheffield S4 7YS Please note that the venue has a cobbled stone floor on entry to the premises, the building has an industrial heritage. Do get in touch if you feel you will need extra assistance. The FORGE main room is fully wheelchair accessible and the venue also has an accessible toilet on site. For parking the venue advice is for customers to park at Nunnery Square Park & Ride. However, in practice, it’s fine to park on Effingham Road and surrounding streets as long as cars are kept off the double yellow lines.