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Dish Ceramics – Design your own plate competition
To tie in with the festival weekend Dish Ceramics has created a design your own plate competition, with the theme ‘We love Reigate.‘
The Reigate & Redhill Society Exhibition: Celebrating Local Arts, Performance and Talent – past and present
The Reigate and Redhill Society was formed in 1952 as a direct response to the threat of extensive tree felling in the local area and the unknown future for Reigate Priory and the park surrounding it. At one point this was all planned to be built on. The society helped steer the decision to use the building as a school and to maintain the grounds as a community asset.
The Society continues to fight to preserve the old and to steer the new towards bringing out the best in town planning and community development across Reigate and Redhill.
Over the festival weekend, the Reigate and Redhill Society (RRS) will be hosting an exhibition celebrating local arts, performance and talent - both past and present - in the upstairs space at Caffè Nero.
The exhibition will be up all weekend, so please head up and take a look.
On Saturday 15th June, RRS volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the Society or the exhibition. Please ask about volunteering with them, if this is of interest to you.
Storytelling
In this fun and interactive session, Storyteller Helen, will invite children to pick an object from her bag and together will weave a tale about it. Where will your imagination take you?
Suitable for ages from 3 years and up. Entry on a first-come basis.
For further information visit the events page on Reigate Library's website.
Meet a local author and book signings: Mina Ikemoto Ghosh
Waterstones Reigate is delighted to be hosting Surrey born Children's Writer and Illustrator Mina Ikemoto Ghosh into its store to sign copies of her debut illustrated YA fantasy book "Hyo the Hellmaker" on Friday 14th June from 3.45pm.
Mina was raised on a diet of Japanese murder mysteries and her debut novel is a breath-taking Japanese inspired YA fantasy, highly illustrated with stunning Manga art.
Mina will also be doing a short reading from her debut book at 4.15pm.
Reigate St Mary’s Choristers (The Godfrey Searle Choir)
Reigate St Mary's is one of an elite group of fewer than 40 schools who can claim full membership of the Choir School Association (CSA), and the only one not attached to a cathedral. Named after its founder, who bequeathed his home to the school, the Godfrey Searle Choir maintains a valuable legacy, singing Morning Prayer and Evensong each week in St Mary's Church, led by Talitha Glynne-Jones.
They will be first to perform on the Community Stage at the Church in the High Street (Reigate Methodist Church), from 5-5.30pm on Friday 14th June, providing a rare and beautiful opening to this inaugural Reigate Summer Festival. All welcome.
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
For info visit their website.
Zayne Oris
I'm Zayne. I have been playing electric guitar for five years. My guitar idols are Jimi Hendrix, Steve Vai, Andy Timmonds and Joe Satriani. I perform regularly at The Junior Open Mic at Off the Cuff in Herne Hill and Temple of Art and Music in Elephant and Castle. I've performed at Beckenham Green Family Day, the Croydon Food & Music Festival, the Reigate & Redhill Music and Drama Festival 2024 and Sutton Sound Lounge. Amidst all this, I am preparing to take the Trinity Rock Grade 7 next month. You can safely say that I'm obsessed with guitar!
Sienna
Friday night is student night, with acts from Reigate College and standout performers from Reigate & Redhill Music & Drama Festival's 'Rock, Pop & Urban' event taking to the Tunnel Stage and Clocktower Stage from 6pm. First on the Tunnel Stage is Sienna, a singer who stood out among the talent at RRMDF.
u3a Choir
The u3a Singing for Pleasure group was formed just over 14 years ago. They meet fortnightly at the Woodhatch Community Centre with accompanist, Gina Eason. There are generally about 30 members, men and women, who work on a programme for about three months followed by performances to local residential homes and sheltered accommodation. Programmes vary – sometimes works from just one composer, or songs from a show (both film and theatre). The choir has performed on many occasions with the u3a performing arts group and more recently with the u3a MID8DLE jazz group.
The u3a Choir sing for pleasure and certainly gain a sense of wellbeing from enjoying music with the company of like-minded folk.
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
For further information visit u3a choir
Howie Eaglestone
A young, technically gifted drummer who was spotted at the Reigate & Redhill Music & Drama Festival, Rock, Pop & Urban event, hosted by Reigate College on 11 May. Howie is totally deserving of the opportunity to play on the festival’s main Tunnel Stage.
Solo Drummer
Live Juke Box
Decide what popular classic you'd like the band to play. Fill out a song request slip. Hand it to the band and hey presto, wait for your number to come up, and have fun, dancing the night away while you wait! A brilliant concept, superbly executed by the Club's talented musicians.
Special offer for the Festival Weekend:
FREE ENTRY BEFORE 11PM. £7.50/person after 11pm. Closes 2am.
The J. Walkers
The J. Walkers are a newly formed band who have only been together for around eight weeks but impressed both the mentors and the audience at the Rock, Pop & Urban (RRMDF) event held at Reigate College on 11 May.
Ben (singer) and Fraser (Bassist) played together at school whilst Joel (guitarist), James (drummer), and Josh (pianist) played together at their school. They all have a passion for many genres of music.
Ben has performed in musicals, rock performance, and sung choral pieces in a choir. Josh has also performed in musicals, both acting and playing, as well as rock performances and orchestral pieces. James has performed in musicals, rock performances, and also sings. Fraser has played in various bands at charity events and has also performed in rock shows. Joel is an outstanding lead guitarist who has performed in bands, and also starred in musicals.
Niyo Uthuba-Hatari
I’m a singer/songwriter who grew up in love with music, it’s the only thing that’s been consistent throughout my life. I previously played the drums and took guitar lessons but now focus on Grades for Piano and Singing, recently passing my Grade 5 Singing Exam and Grade 4 for Piano. I hope to have a job within the Music Industry when I’m older, preferably as a performer, but I also enjoy the production side of music and, therefore, decided to take both Music Performance and Music Tech at college. In terms of my music, I enjoy singing and composing pop songs, as well as R’n’B, causing me to listen to artists such as Usher, Alicia Keys and Musiq Soulchild.
Reigate & Redhill Music and Drama Festival
The Reigate & Redhill Music and Drama Festival takes place every year in May, with 2025 being the centenary year. A gala concert is held after the main Festival, which features exceptional performances from all sections.
Two particularly large sections will feature in the Reigate Summer Festival, including a number of talented pianists, who have particularly impressed the adjudicators during the Festival. Several young performers from the Speech and Drama section will also feature.
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Reigate College Session Orchestra
A 20-piece orchestra who will be led by the College’s Head of Music John Evans. The Orchestra will be playing a mix of tunes from Motown to modern-day hits.
Us Four Boys – Isaac, Joe, Ben, Ellis
A band consisting of Lower Sixth Reigate College Music Technology students - Isaac, Joe, Ben and Ellis. The band will be playing a mix of covers and original Indie Rock.
The Happy Jacks
The Happy Jacks are a Classic Rock Pop and Indie band, formed in Reigate, Surrey. They are influenced by the 50's, 60's and 70's and its' iconic artists such as The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix and predominantly The Beatles, as well as current artists such as Mumford and Sons, The Kings of Leon and Razorlight.
Band members have been friends since their school days and with years of experience, The Happy Jacks have honed their eclectic repertoire to get everyone up on their feet.
Join them at The Cage on Festival Friday June 14th from 9.00pm
Turn it Down – Finlay, Ava, Max, Marthinus
A band formed of Lower Sixth BTEC Music (Performance) and A Level Music students, from Reigate College. Their sound is heavy and takes inspiration from classic Metal bands such as Metallica and System of a Down.
Cormac – Ben, Nora, Ellis, Joe, Katie
Cormac, a five-piece Indie Rock Band, closed the New Music Night’s show in May at Reigate Priory Football Club to rapturous applause. Cormac will be playing a mix of original pieces and covers spanning the 70s to the current day.
Cellar Door – Caoimhe, Hannah, Leah, Jackson
One of Reigate College’s most talented and established bands. Cellar Door released their debut single, Tulips, last month. They will be headlining the local ‘Mogstock’ festival (Lower Kingswood) on Friday, 12 July and have recently landed a slot on the main stage at Reigate's 'Pub in the Park in July, opening for Sam Ryder.
The Reigate & Redhill Society Exhibition: Celebrating Local Arts, Performance and Talent – past and present
The Reigate and Redhill Society was formed in 1952 as a direct response to the threat of extensive tree felling in the local area and the unknown future for Reigate Priory and the park surrounding it. At one point this was all planned to be built on. The society helped steer the decision to use the building as a school and to maintain the grounds as a community asset.
The Society continues to fight to preserve the old and to steer the new towards bringing out the best in town planning and community development across Reigate and Redhill.
Over the festival weekend, the Reigate and Redhill Society (RRS) will be hosting an exhibition celebrating local arts, performance and talent - both past and present - in the upstairs space at Caffè Nero.
The exhibition will be up all weekend, so please head up and take a look.
On Saturday 15th June, RRS volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the Society or the exhibition. Please ask about volunteering with them, if this is of interest to you.
Historical Photographic Display
Come and explore Reigate of the past with a photographic display kindly curated by Glyn Mundy, in conjunction with Redhill Philatelic Society. See how many locations you can recognise, and do you know why you may have got a little damp if you'd once visited the spot where the library now stands?
Holmesdale Natural History Club Display
Come and view a display put together by Holmesdale Natural History Club. You'll be able to learn more about the natural history, archaeology and geology of the local area.
For further information please visit the events page on Reigate Library's website.
Lemon Tree (Reigate): Charity raffle and free sunglasses
The Lemon Tree has been a brilliant supporter of Reigate Summer Festival since the outset, and to mark this, the store is offering a Jellycat Jack RRP £150 as a raffle prize. The three local charities Loveworks, Renewed Hope and Reigate Community Centre have created a fabulous combined raffle with a fantastic range of prizes (including Jack!). To find out more and to enter, see the Loveworks and Renewed Hope stalls on the High Street.
Plus..... To help everyone get into the festival groove, Lemon Tree is also offering a free pair of sunglasses RRP £15 with every purchase of £20, made over the festival weekend (15 and 16 June), while stocks last. See in-store for details!
Dish Ceramics – Design your own plate competition
To tie in with the festival weekend Dish Ceramics has created a design your own plate competition, with the theme ‘We love Reigate.‘
East Surrey Textile Group Workshop for children
East Surrey Textile Group is a friendly and enthusiastic group of stitchers (from beginners to very experienced) with a great programme of speakers and workshops for all things textile related.
They run a thriving group for young people between the ages of eight and sixteen, who meet on Saturdays about six times a year, getting involved with exciting craft and textile projects. For further information about the group, please visit the East Surrey Textile Group website.
We are delighted that the group will be holding two pop-in sessions at Reigate library on Saturday 15th June as part of Reigate Summer Festival. The children's taster session will run from 10am-12pm, suitable for ages 5 and up - children must be accompanied by and adult.
If children have time to stay for the full session, there is the opportunity to make an elephant with a decorated blanket. If time is short, they can make bookmarks or badges/brooches.
Spaces to attend the workshop are strictly limited. To book your slot please visit Reigate Library's website to avoid disappointment. Free entry but donations welcome.
Everyman Cinema Reigate: Special Screening
Reigate Summer Festival will be screening a selection of short films that include a variety of genres from sci-fi, documentaries, drama and historical footage of the local area.
Please see the running order of films for the Saturday, 10am to 11am session.
Entrance is free and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
The cinema cafe will be serving a full range of drinks and snacks including popcorn and pizza.
The screening will be in the ground floor screen.
Adam’s Gallery Charity Raffle
To support Reigate Summer Festival's drive to help raise funds for 3 local charities, visitors to the gallery over the festival weekend will have the chance to buy raffle tickets at £5 each to be entered into a prize draw to win one of two limited edition prints by local artists Adam Green and Dave McKean (from the selection included in the raffle).
All funds from the raffle will be split equally between the 3 charities.
Storytelling
In this fun and interactive session, Storyteller Helen, will invite children to pick an object from her bag and together will weave a tale about it. Where will your imagination take you?
Suitable for ages from 3 years and up. Entry on a first-come, first-served basis.
For further information visit the events page on Reigate Library's website.
Everyman Cinema Reigate: Special Screening
Reigate Summer Festival will be screening a selection of short films that include a variety of genres from sci-fi, documentaries, drama and historical footage of the local area.
Please see the running order of films for the Saturday, 11am to 12 noon session.
Entrance is free and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
The cinema cafe will be serving a full range of drinks and snacks including popcorn and pizza.
The screening will be in the ground floor screen.
Slide (St Bede’s School jazz band)
It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing, so Reigate Summer Festival's big Saturday of music is kicking off with the renowned St Bede's Slide Band on the Clocktower Stage, right in the middle of town.
'Slide' consists of 20 students from Year 9 to Year 13 playing saxophones, clarinets, trumpets, trombones, electric guitar, bass, piano and drums.
The band will be performing a wide repertoire of classic numbers from Latin and Swing, to Pop and Chart music and who knows, there might even be a dance routine thrown in!
Banana Tree: Banana Cart offer!
Situated right next to the Tunnel Stage, the pan-Asian restaurant Banana Tree is rolling out it's Banana Cart on Saturday 15 June. Chance your luck at claiming a special 'Free Starter Voucher'. See in store for details (including any Ts & Cs).
Booking essential!
Red’s Dreamers Jazz
Reigate-founded Red’s Dreamers Jazz trio will be bringing their blend of jazz classics from the Great American Songbook, plus a jazz-style take on more contemporary songs and favourites across the decades.
Lorraine Gauntlett on vocals, Ade Webb on guitar and Simon Bull on Flute. Expect the great songs of artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Nat King Cole, Chet Baker – plus a few exciting twists and surprises!
Stride
Stride is Jack Collins, who has been co-songwriter and lead guitarist for the local indie band Bedroom / Boredom, but has decided to branch out into his own flavour of indie rock. He's writing up-beat, fun music with lyrics that might not be game changing or joyful, but are at least personal – and maybe relatable!
Reigate School of Ballet
Established in 1963, the school now teaches over 1200 happy local children, providing a safe and nurturing environment to grow, not just as dancers, but also confident individuals for life. The primary ethos is to give everyone opportunities to perform and learn, and ensure all children learn to love dance, and have the confidence to say "I CAN DO IT".
Reigate School of Ballet offers classes in ballet, tap, commercial street, modern, musical theatre, contemporary, toddler dance, acro and adult dance and fitness, catering for children of all abilities. Some of this will be on show at Reigate Summer Festival when they perform on the Community Stage.
For info: Reigate School of Ballet.
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Meet a local author and book signings: Niki Mackay
Waterstones Reigate is thrilled to be hosting local Thriller and Crime Writer, Niki Mackay. Come and meet her from 1pm on Saturday 15th June.
Niki studied Performing Arts at the BRIT school, however soon discovered that she was better at writing scripts than acting!
Niki will be promoting two books in a series that she wrote under the name NJ Mackay; The Quiet Dead and The Sweetheart Killer - both twisty, addictive and mind-blowing thrillers! Come for a chat and book-signings, and hear what she has to say about these top selling novels.
The Collective
The Collective are a three-piece group based in Surrey/West Sussex. The line-up features Nigel, principal songwriter, on guitar and vocals, Simon on bass and Julian on drums. Their style is eclectic, loosely drawing on 70s west coast rock, fused with Pop/Rnb grooves. The band are currently working on new material to be released later this year. In the meantime, The Collective are gaining attention as a live act with appearances planned throughout the South East.
Unison Choir
Unison Choir are a local community choir who love to sing! Formed in 2018, Unison have performed at many local events, including the last two New Music Fests, and regularly raise money for a variety of local charities. Their set comprises a selection of well known pop classics that you can sing along to while enjoying their dulcet harmonies and energetic delivery.
East Surrey Textile Group Workshop for adults
East Surrey Textile Group is a friendly and enthusiastic group of stitchers (from beginners to very experienced) with a great programme of speakers and workshops for all things textile related. For further information about the group, please visit the East Surrey Textile Group website.
We are delighted that the group will be holding two pop-in sessions at Reigate library on Saturday 15th June as part of Reigate Summer Festival. The adult taster session will run from 2pm-4pm, focusing on textile embroidery, involving simple applique and embellishment with threads.
Spaces to attend the workshop are strictly limited. To secure your slot, please book via Reigate Library's website to avoid disappointment. Free entry but donations welcome.
Reigate College Art Exhibition (Surrey Artists’ Open Studios)
The College will be showcasing the exceptional talent of around 40 students' work as part of Surrey Artists' Open Studios.
Head to the main hall of Reigate Community Centre, down the corridor to the left of Reception. Entrance is free and all are welcome!
Limited edition prints of all artworks being exhibited will be available for sale.
Redhill & Reigate u3a Ukulele Group
The group, made up of people from different backgrounds, meet twice a month in members’ homes to have fun times while playing the ukulele.
Their repetoire consists of about 50 songs that they play regularly - mainly folk songs and pop songs, including Bad Moon Rising, Da Doo Ron Ron and Walzing Matilda.
The group performs in public a couple of times a year and we are absolutely delighted that they will be performing at Somers Hall as part of Reigate Summer Festival.
The ukulele is a FUN instrument which, when played as a group, is very entertaining.
The group's motto is "We aim to entertain!"
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Tim Hain
“Timeless” Tim Hain is a compelling performer, singer-songwriter and guitar player. His roots are in blues, reggae, “all the great singer-songwriters” and the “best 60s pop”. He has worked with the best on both sides of the Atlantic, honing his skills in the best possible way – playing live, having logged over 2,000 shows in the last 20 years.
Voicerox
Voicerox Choir was established in November 2009 by singer and vocal coach Melanie Lewis-McDonald, as a way of bringing her professional experience in the rock and pop industry to her local community.
The choir boasts over 100 members from all walks of life with one thing in common - they love to sing! Over the past 15 years, they have performed in theatres, recorded at Abbey Road Studio and performed at the Chorus Festival at London’s Royal Festival Hall. They also regularly perform concerts at Reigate Methodist Church, where they rehearse every Tuesday evening during term times. They cover a variety of songs from the past seven decades, so there’s always something to bring joy to everyone!
For info: Voicerox Choir
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Nina
Nina is a singer with a varied career on stage, screen and in the studio. She also runs local music activities - Jingle Bugs music classes for kids, Unison Choir and Glow Bug disco parties. She’ll be playing some well known rock and pop anthems acoustically with the occasional original song of hers thrown in.
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Reigate College/SAOS Beginners’ Lino Print Workshop
Reigate College's Head of Art, Chantelle Shekyls will be running a Beginners' Lino Print Workshop to encourage more people to take up this hugely rewarding print form, that can easily be continued from home, with just a little know-how and a few essential items!
Suitable for beginners and those who’ve done some lino printing before.
Produce six hand-printed cards to take home with you, using either your own design or one provided.
Cost: £25 per person (no concessions) - We are charging for this event to help the College cover some of its costs. Booking is essential.
All materials will be provided but it’s recommended participants bring an apron or old shirt with them.
SalsaBug
Paul and Wendy Marcel, owners of local Salsa dance company SalsaBug, will be showcasing some sizzling moves together with other members of their dance groups during their Salsa demo and 'have a go session' OUTSIDE the front of Reigate Methodist Church (on Reigate High Street) - between 3pm and 4pm on Saturday 15 June.
With their fun and exciting teaching style alongside their vast expertise this will be an interactive session not to be missed!
Come along and see this fabulous showcase and be prepared to have some sashaying fun either watching the fabulous dancers or joining in with Salsa's intoxicating rhythms.
For info: Salsabug
This is a free event!
Objayda
Tim and Tarn have enjoyed making music together since 1982, taking them on some great adventures, including appearing live on mainstream TV. Today, joined by John Wood on drums, the band are still performing their alternative songs live at local venues and making ever more outlandish music videos to grab the attention of their wider audience. Objayda love to entertain and look forward to seeing you at the festival.
Reigate and Redhill u3a Handbell Group
Handbell Ringing is a simple, fun activity easily learned and enjoyed by almost anyone, even those without experience.
We are delighted that 6 members of the Reigate and Redhill u3a Handbell Group, along with conductor Alan, will be putting on a performance in Somers Hall as part of Reigate Summer Festival on Saturday 15th June. This will include songs from their repertoire of popular, traditional and classical numbers.
David (Group Leader) will, in-between, speak briefly about the origins of handbells, their worldwide use and the characteristics of the bells themselves.
There may be the opportunity for members of the audience to join-in by playing small, coloured (but perfectly-tuned) percussion bells, and with guidance some of the main bells.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Anyone interested in learning more about the group is invited to visit one of the Group’s practice sessions (they sit to play) on Friday mornings at the Colman Redland Community Centre.
Please contact David on 07967 533052 or visit their website.
Moodswing Quartet
Enjoy an eclectic mix of well-known tunes from Moodswing Quartet – including jazz and swing classics from the Twentieth Century, Latin and Gypsy Jazz Hot Club Repertoire.
Moodswing’s warm melodic sound is provided by Ann on Violin, Peter and Chris on Guitars and Mike on Double bass, plus Mandolin, Clarinet , Flute and Sax for certain tunes.
Rewind
Approaching its 10th birthday, Rewind is a windband based in the Redhill area. Initially aimed at adults who learnt as children then perhaps not picked up their instrument for 20 years, we now also have people who have never stopped playing and others who took up their instruments as adults. Music genre is diverse, from popular classical to swing, and then there is our ABBA medley. Couple of fun facts: our conductor says she has no favourites, but we all know that our french horns are teacher's pet. Also, Rewind includes three sets of mums and their teenagers. Email rewindwindband@gmail.com or call 07988 556538 if you'd like to join. We welcome new members.
Reigate College, Music and Performing Arts Showcase
Students from the College's Music and Performing Arts courses will be performing on the Community Stage from 4 to 5pm on Saturday 15 June.
The programme will be split into two halves with A Level Music students performing a variety of pieces on Cello, French Horn, Double Bass and Piano.
In the second half, Performing Arts students will take centre stage presenting a musical theatre medley, with songs from Chicago, the contemporary musical SIX and a Disney collection - the Little Mermaid, Tangled, Frozen and the Princess and the Frog..
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Please see the Reigate College website for more information about its courses in A Level Music, A Level Music Technology, BTEC Music (Performance) and BTEC Performing Arts - either Acting, Musical Theatre or Dance, or a combination of all three disciplines (3 A Level equivalent).
Pixelstorm
Pixelstorm crackles with retro electronica and modern electropop, fronted with big vocals. Experience powerful keytar synth hooks and human tales of love, madness and our crazy modern world. Placed second in International Electro Act of the Year (2023 - Radio Wigwam).
Salsa Social
Reigate Summer Festival invites you to join the SalsaBug team from 4.30pm at Corzo Lounge for their Salsa Social, following on from their performance outside Reigate Methodist Church earlier.
They will be playing some great Salsa tunes, so come along and join in with the dancing, have a drink or something to eat, while soaking up the Salsa vibe at Corzo Lounge.
Don't worry if you've never tried Salsa dancing before, the Salsabug team will show you some steps and get you moving on the dance floor. Everyone is welcome!
For further information about Salsabug classes click here
Ed Rice – featuring David Guttierres
Reigate’s own Ed Rice is one of the UK’s most outstanding jazz piano artists, a regular on the London and West End circuit, working with many of the country’s leading jazz acts.
Joining Ed on vocals will be David Guttierres. After being introduced to Frank Sinatra by his grandmother, it seemed only natural for David to sing swing. His background spans Jazz singing studies at Birmingham Conservatoire, to performing with big bands, including the Midlands Youth Jazz Orchestra at Chris Evans’s CarFest.
Dave is delighted to be reunited with his long-time partner in crime, Ed Rice today. Expect some classy and exciting jazz from this quality duo.
Bromance
‘Bromance!’ The best name to describe two best mates, together a singer rapper duo who just graduated from The BRIT School and living together with an intention to dominate the industry! They are offering a fresh perspective in their music and in the industry along with a blend of youthful creativity and high quality output which distinguishes them from many other artists and indicates immense potential for growth and innovation.
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YESPA
Youth East Surrey Performing Arts (YESPA) is led by a professional director, music director and choreographer, and assisted by other experienced and talented members of East Surrey Performing Arts (ESPA). Throughout the YESPA puts on shows and workshops, aided in production by West End and industry professionals from diverse fields such as theatre, dance, puppetry, opera, magic and illusion, stage combat and circus skills.
We are are very much looking forward to YESPA's showcase of songs from their summer production 'School of Rock' on the festival's main Tunnel Stage.
Donna Harfield
Born and raised in Sussex, singer-songwriter Donna Harfield is a powerful and expressive singer with huge stage presence. Her forthcoming 2024 album Swept Away includes 10 original songs, inspired by love and loss, with Donna's songwriting style described as 'music to move and mend'. When not performing, Donna can be found spending time with her cockapoo Ruby, who lays next to the home piano as she creates songs.
Woodzy
Award winning Flo Poet, three times TEDx Speaker and winner of UK Unsigned 2019, Woodzy captivates his audience with witty wordplay, incredible use of language and relatable topics. As seen on BAFTA winning TV show Life And Rhymes and on Sky Sports Fight Night Live at Wembley Arena, Woodzy was always destined to become a poet, being born on World Poetry Day. He studied at the Brit School and has opened for the likes of Stormzy and been on BBC1Xtra and BBC Radio London. He has a poem featured on the tour of the Tower of London and has reached over 1 million views for his poem 90s Baby.
His latest project Peace Out, Peace In was released on March 13th 2023. His debut poetry collection Peace. Full. Thirty was published on March 21st 2024. This book celebrates Woodzy’s 30th birthday having 30 of his poems able to be experienced in a new way. He'll be signing copies at the Clocktower Stage on Saturday afternoon after his performance on the Tunnel Stage.
Aside from performing, Woodzy facilitates a variety of workshops in schools, colleges and workplaces, looking to change people's perspective on poetry. He continues to work on upcoming projects as one of the Flo Poets and as a Cultural Leader at Poetic Unity. He is the Founder of poetry and music experience Writer’s Block, constantly looking to help grow the worldwide poetry community and change the world one poem at a time.
Peace in. Peace out.
Selhurst Trinity
Selhurst Trinity are a newly formed group, who are all part of the worship team at Selhurst Church. Led by singer/songwriter and guitarist Joe (of Joe and Jude, who recently played at New Music Nights), their pianist is an American who lived in China for 20 years and their very talented singer, Kydavia, is soon to start her third year of a musical theatre degree in performing arts.
Live Juke Box
Decide what popular classic you'd like the band to play. Fill out a song request slip. Hand it to the band and hey presto, wait for your number to come up, and have fun, dancing the night away while you wait! A brilliant concept, superbly executed by the Club's talented musicians.
Special offer for the Festival Weekend:
FREE ENTRY BEFORE 11PM. £7.50/person after 11pm. Closes 2am.
Dannydangerously
Dannydangerously is singer/songwriter Daniel Martins. Like all good stage names this was bestowed on him sometime in late 90s when he was doing open mics and hosts started introducing him as Dangerous Dan or DannyDangerous, because nobody knew what he was going to do next. Dan's had many highs and lows over the years and is not desperate to prove anything any more. Dan is a great performer and his music speaks for itself. The music he recorded 20 years ago could still come out today and sound as fresh. From thought provoking hip hop to full-on Oi punk to electronic, experimental, to grunge to soul and rock, Dan's had a dabbled in all of it. He recently won Horsham battle of the bands three years in a row in three different categories: originals, covers, and acoustic. He is looking forward to performing at Reigate summer festival with his son Ayden on keys and beats.
Reigate School, Matilda Showcase
The cast from Reigate School's summer production of Matilda, will be performing its favourite four songs, from this epic, 'feel good', musical. What a brilliant way to round off the programme for the Community Stage on Saturday night!
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
LINES
LINES is an electronic crossover band founded by Mat Webb-Jenkins and Simon Warde, who have been a writing and production partnership for several years since they met in East Dulwich in the early noughties. From the 90s, Mat was heavily involved in the UK Trip Hop scene, playing on over 30 records for indie label Kingsize records, recording albums with Meat Katie, and for R&S records as one third of Avenue A. Simon played bass and wrote songs for alt rockers Ventral and goth outfit Sunshot, as well as writing and producing music for film and advertising soundtracks. As well as bass and production for LINES, Simon plays bass for “weird pop” outfit Provincials and creates techno as one half of FreqLab.
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Artaca
Artaca are an established band based in Surrey, who combine Indie with Funk in a unique blend to create their sound. Their performances consistently provide high levels of energy whilst staying true to their music. Artaca’s social media presence has amassed a strong 130 thousand followers and over 30 million views across all platforms. Having sold out prestigious venues this year such as the Camden Club, this band is not to be missed.
Lethargic Phoenix
Lethargic Phoenix played at the first ever New Music Night, back in 2013, since when he's been a regular at NMNs and New Music Fests. His musicianship and quirky lyrics make him a captivating performer, who can be both mesmerising and unpredictable. You'll smile, you'll laugh, and just when you're least expecting it, he'll hit you right in the heart.
UkeRox
A Reigate covers band with a focus on fun - with Matt on vocals and ukelele and Keith on guitar. Mainly 80s covers, often on the rock side!
UkeRox will be playing from 9pm in the Cage Wine Bar's brilliant, outdoor courtyard.
Aqualine
We are Aqualine, a five-piece alternative band based in Guildford. Our music consists of a blend between alternative rock, post punk, hip hop, jazz and shoegaze. Our members are, Benski (vocals), Patric (Guitar), Will (Guitar), Gray (Bass) and Sam (Drums). We’re currently in the process of releasing our debut EP Lurker, out on 12/07. We plan to roll out our second EP and then hopefully an album within the next year. We love playing together as a group and showing people our music, and we’re trying to find like-minded musicians and music lovers who would enjoy our songs.
From the Workshop
A man and his suitcase. Bromley based Alternative folk singer-songwriter From The Workshop crafts wonderful original songs. With inspiration from the likes of Frank Turner, Show of Hands, Soundgarden and Bastille, expect a full range of foot stomping anthems to passionate, soulful ballads.
Fever Rouge
A band which formed at Reigate College will be headlining on the Tunnel Stage, on Saturday June 15.
Fever Rouge, who comprise Ollie Hughes on vocals, Luke Loizou on lead guitar, Oli Mooney on drums and Alain Degouveia on bass, formed in 2021 and made their debut that year in front of a frenzied crowd at New Music Nights. They went on to headline at New Music Fest in 2022, since then they’ve moved to Brighton to pursue their music studies and develop the band.
The Reigate & Redhill Society Exhibition: Celebrating Local Arts, Performance and Talent – past and present
The Reigate and Redhill Society was formed in 1952 as a direct response to the threat of extensive tree felling in the local area and the unknown future for Reigate Priory and the park surrounding it. At one point this was all planned to be built on. The society helped steer the decision to use the building as a school and to maintain the grounds as a community asset.
The Society continues to fight to preserve the old and to steer the new towards bringing out the best in town planning and community development across Reigate and Redhill.
Over the festival weekend, the Reigate and Redhill Society (RRS) will be hosting an exhibition celebrating local arts, performance and talent - both past and present - in the upstairs space at Caffè Nero.
The exhibition will be up all weekend, so please head up and take a look.
On Saturday 15th June, RRS volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the Society or the exhibition. Please ask about volunteering with them, if this is of interest to you.
Everyman Cinema Reigate: Special Screening
Reigate Summer Festival will be screening a selection of short films that include a variety of genres from sci-fi, documentaries, drama and historical footage of the local area.
Please see the running order of films for the Sunday, 10am to 11am session.
Entrance is free and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
The cinema cafe will be serving a full range of drinks and snacks including popcorn and pizza.
The screening will be in the ground floor screen.
Lemon Tree (Reigate): Charity raffle and free sunglasses
The Lemon Tree has been a brilliant supporter of Reigate Summer Festival since the outset, and to mark this, the store is offering a Jellycat Jack RRP £150 as a raffle prize. The three local charities Loveworks, Renewed Hope and Reigate Community Centre have created a fabulous combined raffle with a fantastic range of prizes (including Jack!). To find out more and to enter, see the Loveworks and Renewed Hope stalls on the High Street.
Plus..... To help everyone get into the festival groove, Lemon Tree is also offering a free pair of sunglasses RRP £15 with every purchase of £20, made over the festival weekend (15 and 16 June), while stocks last. See in-store for details!
Mark Millward
Mark is a locally based singer-songwriter who has been putting the dour in troubadour with his acoustic guitar in Reigate's pubs and open mics for the last decade or so. "I'm really excited to be performing at the Reigate Summer Festival - not least because it's a chance to share my self-deprecating, fingerpicked original songs with anybody who will listen, but also because this festival is exactly the sort of arts-based community-focussed civic pride-inspiring celebration that everybody needs."
Adam’s Gallery Charity Raffle
To support Reigate Summer Festival's drive to help raise funds for 3 local charities, visitors to the gallery over the festival weekend will have the chance to buy raffle tickets at £5 each to be entered into a prize draw to win one of two limited edition prints by local artists Adam Green and Dave McKean (from the selection included in the raffle).
All funds from the raffle will be split equally between the 3 charities.
Everyman Cinema Reigate: Special Screening
Reigate Summer Festival will be screening a selection of short films that include a variety of genres from sci-fi, documentaries, drama and historical footage of the local area.
Please see the running order of films for the Sunday, 11am to 12 noon session.
Entrance is free and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
The cinema cafe will be serving a full range of drinks and snacks including popcorn and pizza.
The screening will be in the ground floor screen.
Matt Guntrip & The Roadsters
Matt Guntrip & The Roadsters are a dynamic five-piece band making high energy indie melodic rock, infused with upbeat tempos and infectious funky grooves. Their eclectic sound features reggae dance rhythms, creating a unique and engaging listening experience. The revamped lineup now includes keyboard, bass and dual guitars, with shared vocals adding depth to their performances. Stay tuned for upcoming videos showcasing their electrifying set, blending older songs with fresh tracks currently in the works.
Ian Roland
Songwriter Ian Roland writes and performs original Roots-Pop-Folk music, full of heart-strung orchestration and up-close, life-drenched lyrics. Based near Brighton, Ian plays live as a solo act and also as a duo, with bassist Dave Coomber, and as a trio with drummer James Chapman. Recordings often include strings, piano and drums. Ian has supported acts such as Martin Simpson, The Black Feathers, Stick In The Wheel, TV Smith, Robb Johnson, Boo Hewerdine, Robert Vincent, Chris Helme, Joshua Ray Walker and 10cc’s Graham Gouldman.
“Absolutely superb” - BBC Radio Kent
“Captivating, classy and high-quality” - HURSTFolk Festival
“Warm, tender and completely absorbing…” - Indiesonics
Banana Tree: Fathers’ Day offer
Situated next to the Tunnel Stage, the pan-Asian restaurant Banana Tree is offering all dads who are dining in the restaurant on Sunday 16 June (Fathers' Day) the chance to claim a free bottle of beer! Plus kids eat for free! See in store for details (including any Ts & Cs).
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Local four-piece playing perfect music for a mellow Fathers Day lunch time in Reigate.
Include Choir
Include.org is an inclusive communication charity with a vision where there is a world where no-one is excluded because of communication disabilities. The charity's creative community projects are founded on Speech and Language Therapy, with the principles of inclusion and co-production. These projects include the Include Choirs, Stroll and Sign, and Champions Co-production group.
Reigate Summer Festival is delighted to welcome Include Choir to perform on the Community Stage on the final day of the Festival.
To find out how to become a member, volunteer or find out more about inclusive communication visit the Include.org website.
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Big Cajones
Big Cajones are three Reigate dads, James Norman, Sam Boxall and Mark Gugenheim, trying to make sense of this ever stressful world that we live in, seeking solace and camaraderie in their music... but not taking themselves too seriously! Three talented and intelligent musicians with a blend of Americana funk, they perform their own material in the main, written by Mark.
Reigate College Art Exhibition (Surrey Artists’ Open Studios)
Reigate College will be showcasing the exceptional talent of around 40 students' work as part of Surrey Artists' Open Studios.
Head to the main hall within Reigate Community Centre, down the corridor to the left of Reception. Entrance is free and all are welcome!
Limited edition prints of all artworks being exhibited will be available for sale.
Meet a local author and booking signings: Jonathan Lambert
Waterstones Reigate eagerly awaits an afternoon with the well-known, Surrey-based, children's illustrator and writer Jonathan Lambert.
Jonathan is the author, illustrator and designer of over 150 children's books, including the much loved The Wide Mouthed Frog and Tiger Tiger.
He will be available for a chat and book signings from 2pm on Sunday 16th June.
Vocal Dimension
Vocal Dimension Chorus is an award-winning a cappella chorus and is thrilled to have been invited to perform at the Reigate Summer Festival and look forward to sharing their music on the Community Stage.
Established in 2010 in Redhill, Vocal Dimension enjoy entertaining and performing at shows and events. Their expansive repertoire transcends genres, from Barbershop to classical pieces, popular chart-toppers and show tunes. Their passion also extends to the competitive arena, where they regularly compete in Barbershop contests. Their journey has taken them to prestigious stages in Baltimore, Las Vegas, and just last year, they proudly represented the UK in Louisville, USA, bringing home a Silver International medal!
For further information visit the Vocal Dimension website.
Doors will open 15 minutes before the published start time.
ENTRANCE IS FREE and seats are offered on a first come, first served basis.
Reigate College/SAOS Beginners’ Lino Print Workshop
Reigate College's Head of Art, Chantelle Shekyls will be running a Beginners' Lino Print Workshop to encourage more people to take up this hugely rewarding print form, that can easily be continued from home, with just a little know-how and a few essential items!
Suitable for beginners and those who’ve done some lino printing before.
Produce six hand-printed cards to take home with you, using either your own design or one provided.
Cost: £25 per person (no concessions) - We are charging for this event to help the College cover some of its costs. Booking is essential.
All materials will be provided but it’s recommended participants bring an apron or old shirt to wear.
Becca Howe
Becca covers a range of club classics, soul legends and pop hits, something for everyone.
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