Simma Live
ALL DATES AND TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK BEFORE MAKING PLANS OR TRAVELLING.
**May 30 - 31**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**June 6 - 7**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**June 13 - 14**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**June 20 - 21**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
TBC
**June 27 - 28**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**July 4 - 5**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**July 11 - 12**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**July 18 - 19**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
TBC
**July 25 - 26**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**August 1 - 2**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**August 8 - 9**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**August 15 - 16**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
TBC
**August 22 - 23**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**August 29 - 30**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**September 5 - 6**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**September 12 - 13**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**September 18 - 20**
Friday at The Tavern Rowlands Gill 7pm
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Black Bull in Blaydon 4pm
**September 26 - 27**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**October 3 - 4**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**October 10 - 11**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**October 17 - 18**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
TBC
**October 24 - 25**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**October 31 - November 1**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**November 7 - 8**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**November 14 - 15**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
TBC
**November 21 - 22**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**November 28 - 29**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**December 5 - 6**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**December 12 - 13**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
**December 19 - 20**
Lindisfarne Christmas Show (compère)
TBC
**December 26 - 27**
Saturday at The Endeavour Whitby 8pm
Sunday at The Endeavour Whitby 4:30pm
other gigs will be advertised here (sometimes) and on
Last Night I Married the Audience by Simma: A Wry Gaze at Life from Centre Stage
Simma’s poetry collection, Last Night I Married the Audience, arrives with a compelling honesty, offering a refreshingly candid glimpse into the performer’s soul and the everyday absurdities of human connection. Far from a mere backstage pass, this is an unflinching and often hilarious exploration of the dynamic between artist and observer, framed by the familiar landscapes of British life, particularly its northern heartlands.
What truly elevates Simma’s work is his keen observational wit. From the existential dread of a musician lugging gear in "Set Up Train"—a relatable lament for anyone who's ever wrestled with equipment—to the poignant dance of vulnerability and ego in the titular piece, the poems are rich with authentic, tangible detail. He possesses a remarkable knack for finding the profound in the mundane, turning everyday encounters with "drunken philosopher[s]" and the soul-crushing bureaucracy of job centre visits into incisive, sometimes melancholic, meditations on identity and purpose.
The collection deftly navigates themes of connection and alienation, the desire for acceptance versus the urge to speak one's truth. Simma's voice is distinct; conversational, yet capable of sharp turns into deeper emotional territory. It's a testament to his craft that even a seemingly simple observation can resonate with universal experience. This collection is a genuine treat for anyone who appreciates poetry that speaks directly, with warmth, humour, and a quiet, resonant truth that lingers long after the final line.
The North Magazine 2004