Born in Dungiven in 1975, surrounded and infused with the rich cultural heritage of her native County Derry, Cara has risen to become one of the finest exponents of traditional Irish song anywhere in the world. Together with her husband and musical partner, Sam Lakeman, she has succesfully steered an eclectic musical path defying the typical pigeonholes that hinder most artists in her genre. Celebrated for entwining traditional and contemporary elements she has earned both commercial success and astonishing critical acclaim. Whether she's singing her native traditional songs of lost love and emigration, or original compositions, you will be hard pressed to find a more emotive and captivating performer. Cara Dillon is at the very top of her field and one has the feeling she'll remain there for a very long time.

A distinct and compelling signature sound, blending concertina, harmonium, cittern, stomp box, acoustic guitar and banjo with beautiful and closely intertwined vocal harmonies.

Truly magical guitar work, vocals to lift your heart and soul, with songs that are utterly unforgettable. Their material, spanning folk, country and Americana always enthrals and captivates. “A wonderful weave of songs and stories wrapped in subtle colours of musical genius delivered with an effortless stage craft drawn from long roads travelled”.

Banter are: Simon Care on melodeon, Nina Zella on keyboards & vocals, Tim Walker on percussion, brass & vocals and Mark Jolley on bass, fiddle, guitar & vocals. Four fine musicians whose roots are firmly in the traditional English genre, but who enjoy stretching the limits. Formed in 2015, they realised that a common love for the living traditions of English song and dance music was at their core and began to pursue its evolution, bringing in flavours from a wider palette of musical influences. They have gained a reputation for being powerfully unique in the English traditional music genre. Their popularity grew rapidly, placing them in great demand to perform at many of the UKs largest festivals including: Glastonbury, Cambridge Folk Festival, Broadstairs Folk Week, Sidmouth Folk Festival, Whitby Folk Week, Folk East, Oxford Folk Week, Wickham Festival, Gate To Southwell Festival and Towersey Festival as well as internationally at European festivals. With the release of their first two albums, YES and DARE, between 2017 and 2019, they received rave plaudits in the music press including 4 and 5 star reviews in FATEA, Songlines and RnR Magazines and performed a Valentines Day live session on Mark Radcliffes BBC Radio 2 Folk Show. Now firmly established as one of the UKs top bands, their third studio album THREE, explores and reimagines a selection of well-loved traditional songs as well as their usual hearty take on some romping dance tunes. John Spiers and Phil Beer appear as guest musicians on two of the tracks. Although just four people, they create a huge sound and have been described as the worlds smallest big band.

Chris Newman & Mire N Chathasaigh: the celebrated partnership of one of the UKs greatest guitarists(BBC RADIO 2) with the doyenne of Irish harpers (SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY) and recipient of Irishmusics most prestigious award, Traditional Musician of the Year (Gradam CeoilTG4), toured in twenty-three countries on five continents to venues ranging from the tiniest of village halls to palaces in Kyoto and Istanbul, Londons Barbican, Sydney Town Hall and . Expect a breathtaking blend of traditional Irish music, hot jazz, bluegrass and baroque, spiced with striking new compositions - and Chris subversive wit! Brilliant, innovative harping and guitar-playing of astonishing virtuosity and versatility.

A great friend of F@cH, it is a real pleasure to welcome back Bob Wood. Hailing from the west of Scotland he is a warm and engaging solo singer and performer with an easy-going sense of humour. He is a highly accomplished finger-style guitarist. Exploring a range of open tunings, his playing and song interpretations have been described as displaying a rare sensitivity, lightness of touch and great technique.

Taking inspiration from their roots in the Irish and English traditions, Flook have an enviable trademark sound, weaving and spinning traditionally rooted tunes over precise acoustic grooves, with a rare blend of fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensemble interaction and a bold, adventurous musical imagination. There is certainly no shortage of virtuosity amongst the members of Flook, but the unique impact of this band stems from the wholly intuitive, almost symbiotic, exchange between the various flutes, frets and skins.

Nominated for Musician of the Year and for Best Album with Vagrant Stanzas at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2014, Martin's shows are intense, eclectic, spellbinding and deeply moving. There is no doubt that after 35 years as a professional musician Martin is better than ever. Widely acknowledged as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world, his interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. Martin has been nominated an astounding 31 times in the 15 years of the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards -- more than any other performer -- with 12 nominations for Musician of The Year, which he has won twice. 2008 saw an incredible five nominations for 'Prodigal Son' and two wins, whilst in 2010 he had an unprecedented six nominations for his CD, True Stories and a win for Best Traditional Track, 'Sir Patrick Spens'. Whether playing American old-time music, blues, a Dylan song or his own material, Martin Simpson is unpredictable, individual and a guitarist of immense subtlety.

Whole Lotta Comedy are back with a night of fun and laughter with SLIM and support

Building on our successful cornerHOUSE Write itthen write it better workshops in October 2021, weve formed a playwrights group to help each other improve our writing for the stage. Participants are invited to offer a draft scene/script/part script (5-15 pages) for table-reading and discussion. We meet every six weeks and will usually have time to work on 3-4 such pieces per session. If you dont have a draft ready to share, we need readers (you dont have to be an actor!) and listeners ready to discuss, suggest and provide constructive feedback. Attendance at every session isnt essential, but numbers are limited to 12, so sign up early to secure a place. Youll then be contacted with further details and in case you have any questions.

Dive into the big blue world of Disney and Pixars Finding Nemo JR! Catch this new stage musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie, with new music by award-winning song writing team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. 'Finding Nemo JR' is being performed as part of our Junior, Ages 7-11 Weekly Theatre Academy classes on a Tuesday and Saturday. You can find out how to join the cast by clicking here [http://www.southsidetheatre.com/finding-nemo] . PERFORMANCE TIMES We have 2 casts for this production, please check specific performance times for each specific cast below: Team Bubbles (Tuesday Class) Saturday 2:30pm & Sunday 7pm Team Waves (Saturday Class) Saturday 7pm & Sunday 2:30pm

One of the UK's leading, most diverse folk singers and songwriters. In 2013, Ainsley won The Silver Pendant at The Royal National Mòd in Paisley. She has received numerous award nominations including BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year Finalist (2015) and Gaelic Singer of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards (2015). Ainsley's solo show at this year's Fringe will include her own compositions as well as a mixture of Gaelic and traditional song. Ainsley tours with Scots band Barluath but tonight embarks on a new venture with her trio.

A group of teenagers, their lives shaped by billions of seemingly random events going back to before they were born, come together onstage to share stories about their past, their present, and what might lie ahead. 'When This Is Over' is a uniquely personal, theatrical celebration of hope, possibility and imagination. It's about how we can work with chaos, and embrace our collective imagination as we prepare for a deeply uncertain future together. Originally conceived by Company Three and no re-created by South Side's Young Company When This Is Over draws directly on our teenagers own life experiences and the stories they want to tell. Our Young Company perform their second Company Three play, following the captivating production of 'Brainstorm' back in March 2022. 'When This Is Over' is being performed as part of our Young Company, Ages 15-18 Weekly Theatre Academy classes on a Tuesday. You can find out how to join the cast by clicking here [http://www.southsidetheatre.com/young-company].

The Laramie Project By Moises Kaufman & The Tectonic Theatre Project Directed & Designed by Brittany Rex and Tom Carter One of the most-performed theater pieces in America about the brutal murder of Matthew Shepard and the town in which it happened. "A terrific piece of theater, history, and life.... Nothing short of stunning.... A theatrical and human event." - New York magazine On October 7, 1998, a young gay man was discovered bound to a fence outside Laramie, Wyoming, savagely beaten and left to die in an act of brutality and hate that shocked the nation. Matthew Shepard's death became a national symbol of intolerance, but for the people of the town, the event was deeply personal. In the aftermath, Moiss Kaufman and members of the Tectonic Theater Project went to Laramie and conducted more than 200 interviews with its citizens. From the transcripts, the playwrights constructed an extraordinary chronicle of life in the town after the murder. Hailed as one of the most captivating and encompassing pieces of contemporary theatre, the play shocks, challenges, and moves all who watch it as it reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion that lies within all human beings in any seemingly average community. Join Cellar Door Theatre Company as they take over the cornerHOUSE to present this astonishing drama. A portion of the ticket sales will be donated to theMatthew Shepherd Foundation [https://www.matthewshepard.org/] to amplify the story of Matthew Shepard to inspire individuals, organisations and communities to embrace the dignity and equality of all people.

Tony Law identifies as a Hominid. Homo Sapiens, Neanderthal, Indo-European horse tribesman, an Englishman, a Canadian, a norn iron man and a Trinidadian and a Tobagonian. A dog, a dog owner, owned by a dog, a surrealist, an absurdist and an artist who is comedy of person. A parent a thrower a catcher a reader and a farmer. His 16th show is turning out to be his best yet. For connoisseurs of comedy who have seen it all and are funny in their own bones. Top drawer Tony. Comedians comedian comedian for the comedy nerd seeking Dadaist nirvosis nirvana blap. 16+

MILTON JONES As seen on Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week and Have Got News For You! Will be at Outside the Box Comedy Club at The CornerHouse Theatre, Surbiton Plus 2 support acts and an MC. Please note this is a comedy club mixed bill night. Acts are subject to change

Like the expressionistic brushstrokes of a landscape painter, Katie Spencer conjures vivid landscapes through the medium of song. Curating intimate studies using her unique finger picked acoustic guitar style and an assured warm voice, Spencer underlines the sense of space that surrounds her home by the sea in Hornsea, East Yorkshire. The striking imagery that rings through her ethereal songs creates a universe of sound and storytelling. Her mesmerising live performances have seen her play world-renowned stages, at the likes of Cambridge Folk Festival and Celtic Connections as she assembles a dedicated fanbase from all corners of the country. At just 22 years old Spencer has built up an extremely respected profile within the national acoustic music scene, sharing the stage with musicians of outstanding calibre such as Danny Thompson and Ted McKenna, and continuing to receive glowing reviews of both her live performances and recorded works.

Mark Simmons combines hilarious one-liners with an irresistible love of performing, to resonate with audiences at virtual and in-person events. His award-winning stand-up is a cut above the rest, setting Mark apart on the booking circuit and leading him to perform on some of the most prestigious comedy stages in the UK.

Liz Simcock is one of the countrys finest singer songwriters. Her songs are immediately accessible to audiences and injected with poetry, emotion and splashes of humour. They are written from the heart, born of life's experiences in all their variety and delivered with her characteristic sincerity, wry humour and audience rapport. They convey the warmth of her personality and depth and breadth of her thinking, full of melody and relevance to the things that affect us all. It is a very warm welcome back to Liz, who appeared at F@cH back in 2023 as well as duetting with Clive Gregson in 2024.

A delight to welcome back to F@cH folk musics legendary triumvirate of musical magpies. Mike McGoldrick, John Doyle and John McCusker bring you their own blend of folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie. All three musicians have won global acclaim: John Doyle (vocals, guitar, bouzouki, mandola) John McCusker (fiddle, whistles, harmonium) and Mike McGoldrick (flute, whistles, Uileann pipes, bodhran, clarinet, congas) are a truly magnificent trio. They have worked with the biggest and brightest and bring you a night of beautifully crafted music. Mike, John & John are a rare musical treat youll savour for a very long time.

Steve Tilston is one of the celebrated song smiths, widely recognised within the world of folk and contemporary music; the words, arrangements and subtle, quite superb guitar playing could be no one else.

The Wilderness Yet combine the acclaimed talents of folksinger Rosie Hodgson, traditional fiddler Rowan Piggott, and guitarist-flautist Philippe Barnes. Independently, they have earned audiences’ esteem as consummate musicians; together, they weave an eclectic tapestry of traditional and original songs and tunes; from a cappella three-part harmonies to luscious instrumental arrangements. Their eponymous debut album was released in 2020 to critical acclaim, closely followed by a short EP of commissioned covers called John O Dreams. Lockdown saw them record a winter album / show called Turn the Year Round, featuring secular re-writes of classic carols and carefully arranged seasonal favourites. Their new studio album, What Holds The World Together​, was released on 21st July 2022.

Jez Lowe and The Bad Pennies have been playing their songs and music of Northern England around the folk festivals, clubs and concert stages of the world for many years. Acoustic simplicity coupled with electric vitality was how they were described in their early days, and with half a dozen albums to their credit, along with solo albums by Jez and by other members of the group, their following has continued to increase. Strong vocals, backed by outstanding instrumental back-up on guitar, cittern (Jez), fiddle (Kate Bramley), fretless bass (David de la Haye), keyboards and Northumbrian Pipes (Andy May), have made them one of Britains top attractions on the folk/acoustic/Celtic circuit.

The Haar brings together the fresh talent of traditional Irish singer Molly Donnery with percussionist Cormac Byrne, fiddle player Adam Summerhayes and accordionist Murray Grainger - musicians blessed with a most uncanny mutual understanding. The band has its origins in a chance meeting between Adam, Cormac and Molly at a trad session at Craiceann Bodhrn Festival, Inis Orr, resulting in an improvised live performance recorded by the shipwreck of the Plassey on the wild Atlantic seafront. It was to become typical of the unique live reactive composition that characterises their music. With the addition of master accordionist Grainger, they entered the studio at the end of 2019 to record their debut album The Haar with no plans or arrangements, guided only by the live musical landscapes they created the music was recorded as it flowed, often in the first and only take.

Commissioned and produced by Pete Townshend and created by Reg Meuross, Fire & Dust - The Woody Guthrie Story is a journey into the heart and soul of one of Americas finest folk musicians. Regs terrific songs tell Woodys life story with respect and affection, but also truth. Pete Townshend. At this show Reg is joined by two members of his band - The Strike - the name drawing from the energy of collective action bringing Fire & Dust to life and channelling the spirit of Guthries defiant activism, creative brilliance, and unyielding hope for justice. The Strike: Welsh pianist and accordionist Geraint Watkins (Nick Lowe, Van Morrison, Mark Knopfler, Paul McCartney) and renowned string player Marion Fleetwood (TRADarrr, IOTA, The Sandy Denny Project and Fleetwood Cave).With songs and stories that highlight Guthries fight against racism, inequality, and injustice, Fire & Dust draws poignant parallels between Guthries time and our present day. Townshend saw this project as drawing a direct line from Woody Guthrie through Bob Dylan to Reg Meuross, and described it as folk music at its best. This extraordinary performance combines Meurosss songwriting mastery with Guthries enduring legacy, creating an unforgettable evening of music, storytelling, and history.

A terrific night in store! Gerry (guitar and vocals), is joined by Trish Power (accordion and vocals), Lyndon Webb (guitar, mandolin, 12 string and vocals) and Jerome Davies (double bass). Phil Beer says: "Gerry Colvin is a writer of great substance who is able to give us something that has been largely missing in English folk music for a long time. His subjects and characters are clearly defined, and his songs create strong images and stories which can make us both laugh and cry in the same breath. This man is unique and unforgettable. The songs are brilliant. Go see him. Who is going to argue with Phil!

Award-winning Americana superstar Hannah White brings her expressive voice and songcraft to F@cH. Her typically British, self-deprecating humour does nothing to diminish the emotion which Acoustic Magazine described as arresting and wholly believable. Hannah White is an artist who has a wittiness to her grittiness and a sparkling wink in her poetry; One who personifies authenticity and shows how London does classic, cosmic country. Her music is described as a collection of modern day gems which leave you feeling like they have always been part of your life.

Martha has constantly experimented with her musical parameters. In the early days this meant singing the folk songs she had know since childhood one week and recording electronica and trip-hop the next. Her new tour is a sparky union of folk, acoustic, trip-hop and electronica. With her longtime collaborators and musicians Matt Tweed and Matt Kelly, among others they entwine raw vocals, sparkling melodies and thought provoking lyrics with filmic movements and earthy baselines. To see them live is to connect with longed-for parts of ourselves.

Consummate guitarist, mandolin player and song-writer in his own right, Clive Gregson toured as part of the Nanci Griffith's Blue Moon Orchestra from 1996-2007. Nancis version of Clive's I Love This Town was released as a single in 2006 and became a radio hit in both America and the UK. Clive's musical bio is too long to mention here, but includes the cult band Any Trouble, a spell with Richard Thompson's band and as half of the acclaimed duo Gregson and Collister. The Stockport based sisters, Angela and Cathryn Hayes have their own distinct style with sounds suggestive of The Roches and the McGarrigles. They have been long-time Nanci Griffith fans and their vocal interpretations of her songs are spot-on. Clive got to know the Hayes Sisters whilst producing their debut album "Another Man's Shoes". A mutual admiration for Nanci's great catalogue of songs sparked the idea of this collaboration.

When club singer Dusty Bluebell is shot on her way to the police station, Detective Jake Dockson and Sergeant Gemma Pearson launch the investigation into the audacious murder. A parade of suspects, all with secrets, await. A comedy murder mystery performed by the learning disabled actors from Kingston Adult Education.

Come and hear Marcia's inspiring account of her fundraising trekking journey through Sri Lanka. Gain a glimpse into the country's rich and complex history and marvel at Marcia's determination to help those in need. Signed copies of Marcia's book Trekking Sri Lanka: More Than a Travel Guide will be available on the night.

Join us as our inaudible guide, Rey Fox, walks us through bits of the life and some of the work of Cliff Port. On show will be photographs, original paintings, drawings, sculpture and even stained glass all throwing a spotlight on the fine line between the sublime and the ridiculous. From church windows to comic animation, from Live Aid to cornerHOUSE panto's, from hawk (the bird) to harrier (the jump jet), Cliff has had a varied career. Also included is a moving tribute to Douglas Adams. Cliff has been working with stained glass artist Simone Kay since 1997 and can be contacted by e-mail [email protected]

The cornerHOUSE celebrates its 30th birthday this year and on Saturday 2nd August. We will be running two free 45 mins drama workshops with drama teacher and director David Lawson Lean. Workshop 1: 9.30am - 10.15am : Age 7-11yrs Workshop 2: 10.30am - 11.15am: Age 12-14 yrs A fabulous opportunity to develop young people's drama skills at your local arts centre. During the morning, we would also like people to contribute to our Time Capsule by drawing pictures, or writing letters to the future....and of course have some birthday cake! To reserve your place please sign up to these workshops by Ticket Source Please note, an appropriate adult is required to remain on the premises and the whole event is only suitable for children aged 7 and over. We look forward to seeing you!