A FREE evening of opera – with arias by Mozart, Puccini and Verdi is one of the highlights of the Guildford Fringe, which runs from June 29 – July 30.
Opera on the Balcony takes place on the historic Guildhall in the High Street on June 30, while Bluebirds on the Balcony on July 6 features the vintage harmony singing trio Bluebirds.
There’s no need to book – audiences are invited to show up and bring a blanket and a picnic and prepare to be entertained.
The comedy programme for the festival includes work-in-progress from Marjolein Robinson, Abi Clarke, Susie McCabe and Juliette Burton.
There will be theatre, musical events and workshops, held at venues around the town. The cabaret programme includes Drag Bingo with That Girl! and an Eighties Daytime Disco.
Charlotte Wyschna, Managing Director of Guildford Fringe Festival, said: “Since our Founder Nick Wyschna set up Guildford Fringe Festival back in 2013, we have been proud to offer open access to performers and shows, and have kept ticket prices as low as possible, with an average ticket costing £10.
“We have remained committed to this value particularly at a time when costs are making it harder for many people to access festivals and venues around the UK. As Guildford’s largest independent multi-arts festival, we champion up and coming talent as well as providing a welcoming environment for established names to share their Work in Progress, giving our Festival audiences the chance to ‘hear it first’.”
This year’s festival venues are Clandon Wood Nature Reserve, Guildford High Street, Guildford Library, Holy Trinity Church, St Mary’s Church, The Fallen Angel, The Guildhall, The Keep Pub, The Star Inn and The Stoke Pub.
Tickets are now on sale via GuildfordFringeFestival.com or call the Box Office on 01483 361101. During the Festival, there will be also a live daily box office at The Star Inn, Quarry Street, from six pm to seven pm.
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