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If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir. Your local Guildford choir is run by Surrey based musician Thomas George. The choir will be performing locally again soon so it's a chance for you to join in, sing and perform without pressure and under the supportive guidance of Thomas. Rock Choir members have performed and sung across the country at venues including Wembley Stadium for the record breaking Saracens versus Harlequins rugby league game in 2012, on top of the BT tower and many more iconic landmarks. The choir also has a charitable function in raising money and awareness for Missing People and Refuge. Rock Choir is the no audition, no need to read music choir and it was the first of its kind in the country. You can book yourself (and a friend if your feeling a bit nervous!) a FREE singing taster session before you join the choir. Just go to rockchoir.com and you'll find out all you need to know. You can also find out about your local choir leader, Thomas and how to join the choir in Guildford. Here is a quote about our choir - 'Rock Choir is a way for people to express themselves musically in an environment which normally would not allow them to do so. I bet a pound to a pinch of salt there are thousands of guys and girls in the UK itching to sing but are too embarrassed or worried what others may think, and let's face it, if it makes people happy then come on UK lets get behind them!!! Rock Choir is the wonderful innovative idea which is the brain child of Caroline Redman Lusher who I have had the privilege of working with over the past 12 months. Live the dream guys.' - Gary Chilton (Double-platinum selling singer with 'The Soldiers') Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.

Join two of our plant societies for this summer event – the British Iris Society (BIS) and the British Hosta and Hemerocallis Society – for a show full of the wonderful colours of summer flowering iris and the beautiful foliage of hostas. Competitive iris classes, varied displays, plant sales, talks and demonstrations and the chance to chat with friendly experts for help and advice. Included in normal garden admission.

Recreating the sights and sounds of the legendary Pink Floyd live in concert, this highly authentic show features over 50 years of hits by this iconic band. The highly acclaimed show also features over two hours of songs from both iconic albums Dark Side of the Moon and Animals as well as Wish You Were Here, Shine on You Crazy Diamond, Another Brick in the Wall and Comfortably Numb alongside impressive video projection and a stunning light show. With outstanding musicianship, superb vocals and world class production, this spellbinding show is a true celebration of all things Floyd and appeals to fans of all ages.

24 Hour Musical 2025 Theatre at Full Throttle! One day. One show. No safety net. A group of fearless performers will take on the ultimate challengelearning, rehearsing, and staging a full-scale musical in just 24 hours. No one knows what the show will be until the clock starts ticking at 7:30pm on Friday 11 July. From that moment on, its a non-stop race to opening night. With zero sleep, pure adrenaline, and an unstoppable team spirit, theyll pull together an entire productionsongs, dances, costumes, and allready to perform live at 7:30pm on Saturday 12 July. Its unpredictable, exhilarating, and completely unmissable. There are no do-overs, no time to hesitatejust one shot to make theatre magic happen. Expect big laughs, bold performances, and the kind of on-stage surprises that only happen when youre running on caffeine and sheer determination. Whether youre watching from the edge of your seat or brave enough to take part, this is theatre like youve never seen it before. One night only. Dont blinkyou might miss the best bit.

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The TonyAward-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. One of Sondheim's most popular works,Into the Woodsis a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.

Reverend Richard Coles is the only British vicar to have had a number-one hit single and to have appeared as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing - a claim which seems unlikely to be matched any time soon. He is also a Sunday Times bestselling author, Twitter phenomenon and enormously loved broadcaster. Sex, drugs, pop stardom, religious epiphany; love, a dream job, and the madness of grief. Some or all of this may come out as Richard lifts the lid on a life truly and truthfully lived. An intimate evening with a unique national treasure embarking on a first full national tour because he's done pretty much everything else a person can do. Seen and heard on BBC Radio 4’s Saturday Live, Would I Lie To You?, Have I Got News For You & QI, Reverend Richard Coles is often described as Britain’s most famous vicar