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Russell Maliphant’s Vortex
Vortex by Russell Maliphant. Filmed live by Martin Collins at Sadler’s Wells, London. Russell Maliphant paints his own interpretation with movement, light and shadow to create a poetic journey, with the exceptional dancers of Russell Maliphant Dance Company.

Sea-Change
The Cutty Sark, now a memorial to seafarers killed in the two world wars, would have passed the lighthouse on its maiden voyage from Dumbarton to London in 1869. Sea Change was inspired by the surrounding landscape with poetic resonances on loss and memory.

Boy’s Khaya
BOY’S KHAYA is Tavaziva Dance’s latest work, a powerful exploration of Bawren Tavaziva’s early life in Zimbabwe. Combining contemporary, ballet, and African dance with spoken word and music, it delves into themes of political persecution, colonialism, and human fragility, offering an immersive and unforgettable experience.


While You Are Here
While You Are Here explores the events that unfold over time in one small space. In 2115 past secrets are uncovered, three centuries earlier a couple contemplate their future, someone catches fire and a dream is forever lost. Simultaneously looking at the past, present and future, stories are connected through their location, forgotten incidents ricocheting through the space as generations of humans pass by trying to make sense of life, death, and time.


Songs from the Shows
Daniel Boys Presents: Songs from the Shows
Prepare for a truly unforgettable night of musical theatre magic! Renowned West End performer Daniel Boys—currently starring as King George III in the West End production of Hamilton—will curate an exquisite evening celebrating the greatest hits from the world of musical theatre. Joined by three of his talented West End friends, Daniel promises to transport you straight to London’s Theatreland with a dazzling array of showstoppers.

Out of the Deep Blue - EKO
Meet Eko, a 13-foot-tall Sea Giant, brought to life by 5 masterful puppeteers. As the captivating star of Autin Dance Theatre’s acclaimed show Out of the Deep Blue, Eko rises from the depths, inspiring awe and wonder wherever he roams.

YolanDa Brown
YolanDa Brown Presents: A Bob Marley Tribute
In honor of Bob Marley’s 80th birthday in 2025, double MOBO Award-winning saxophonist YolanDa Brown has crafted an extraordinary tribute album that breathes new life into Marley’s timeless songs.

St Osyth Summer Sounds
Welcome to the first St Osyth Summer Sounds: Music & Food Festival, your new destination for world-class performances, family-friendly fun, and mouth-watering culinary delights.

Out of the Deep Blue - EKO
Meet Eko, a 13-foot-tall Sea Giant, brought to life by 5 masterful puppeteers. As the captivating star of Autin Dance Theatre’s acclaimed show Out of the Deep Blue, Eko rises from the depths, inspiring awe and wonder wherever he roams.

St Osyth Summer Sounds
Welcome to the first St Osyth Summer Sounds: Music & Food Festival, your new destination for world-class performances, family-friendly fun, and mouth-watering culinary delights.
Silent Disco SkateJam & Street Food Festival
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Cygnet Square, where we’re turning up the fun with our brand-new Silent Disco SkateJam & Street Food Festival, in partnership with Vibes-on-vibes and CC Events.

Gadarene
Gadarene take old English tunes, add their own sprinkling of ideas, modern dance grooves and music production to revitalise and energise these stunning tunes into something new.

National Youth Folk Ensemble
The National Youth Folk Ensemble brings together 22 talented young folk musicians from across England.

Bhangra Ceilidh
Under band leader and composer Kuljit Bhamra MBE, with a dazzling lineup of musicians, the live sounds of tabla, melodeon and fiddle meld in a cross-cultural aural treat!

Brimstone The Dragon
Brass Rascals (AKA Brasscals) are a band composed of session musicians that tour with different artists and play in the London and UK music scene.

Leading Young British Opera Singers: Associated to English National Opera
Performances by leading young artists from English National Opera.

Flamenco workshops
Join us for a free 20min Flamenco workshop on Saturdays, 4pm - 6pm at Lewis Cubitt Square.

YolanDa Brown
YolanDa Brown Presents: A Bob Marley Tribute
In honor of Bob Marley’s 80th birthday in 2025, double MOBO Award-winning saxophonist YolanDa Brown has crafted an extraordinary tribute album that breathes new life into Marley’s timeless songs.

Triptic
TRIPTIC is the fantastic new trio from Greg Lawson (Grit Orchestra), Phil Alexander (Firelight Trio), and Mario Caribé (Playtime).

Brass Rascals
Brass Rascals (AKA Brasscals) are a band composed of session musicians that tour with different artists and play in the London and UK music scene.

Joe Stilgoe
Joe Stilgoe, an internationally acclaimed singer, pianist, and songwriter, returns to our festival to celebrate our 10-year anniversary. The youngest of five, with two musician parents including TV personality Richard Stilgoe, Joe has carved out his own path in jazz and beyond

Rosa Cecilia
Rosa Cecilia is a London-born artist with Chilean-Italian roots. Raised in a trilingual household and influenced by Latin rhythms, soul, disco, jazz and pop, her music transcends borders, capturing the essence of her multicultural identity.

Yshee Black (Host)
Yshee Black (pronounced whYSHEE BLACK) is known for curating and hosting her own lipsync competition in her home city of Birmingham aptly named The Church of Yshee from 2017-2022.

Barbs
Prepare to be dazzled by the drag extraordinaire herself, as she takes to the stage with Queer Britain and Sounds Queer. Expect classical music, chaos, charisma and utter camp-ness all in one go.

APW
Already hailed as an "R&B Powerhouse" by BBC, NOCTIS, and CLOUT, APW is a dynamic songwriter and vocalist with a stratospheric range and razor-sharp lyrical honesty.


Songs from the Shows
Daniel Boys Presents: Songs from the Shows
Prepare for a truly unforgettable night of musical theatre magic! Renowned West End performer Daniel Boys—currently starring as King George III in the West End production of Hamilton—will curate an exquisite evening celebrating the greatest hits from the world of musical theatre. Joined by three of his talented West End friends, Daniel promises to transport you straight to London’s Theatreland with a dazzling array of showstoppers.

Flamenco workshops
Join us for a free 20min Flamenco workshop on Saturdays, 4pm - 6pm at Lewis Cubitt Square.

Sam Wilkinson
Sam Wilkinson, a 19-year-old singer-songwriter from South London, is set to captivate audiences with his debut project, Everything’s Alright, a milestone in a year full of firsts. Having immersed himself in music from an early age, Sam began learning guitar at eight, tackling Cat Stevens and Beatles classics before discovering his own voice through songwriting at just 12.

Absolutely Anytime
Absolutely Anytime was born in London in 2024 and is igniting the scene with a sound that mixes Indie-rock, dance & pop elements, shown within their debut single ‘Sunday School’ which was shortly followed by ‘Stars and Disasters’ & ‘Say What U Want!’.

FIRE SONGS
TRIPTIC is the fantastic new trio from Greg Lawson (Grit Orchestra), Phil Alexander (Firelight Trio), and Mario Caribé (Playtime).

Paco Peña: Solera
Solera reunites Paco Peña and his long term collaborator, director Jude Kelly, for an exploration of artistic wisdom and the fearlessness of youth in search for new expression

King's Cross Summer Sounds
King’s Cross Summer Sounds celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, bringing together music, culture, and community in the heart of King’s Cross. Featuring a diverse lineup of live performances from local and emerging artists, this milestone event offers a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive experience for all.
Silent Disco SkateJam & Street Food Festival
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Cygnet Square, where we’re turning up the fun with our brand-new Silent Disco SkateJam & Street Food Festival, in partnership with Vibes-on-vibes and CC Events.
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