THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT – EVENTS IN SURREY THIS JULY
Need to know what’s on in Surrey this July? Sun’s out, going out, is what. Live music in the great outdoors, comedy legends, a spot of rowing on the Wey – what could be better?
LIVE MUSIC LATES / JUNE 19 – JULY 11 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Throughout the summer, Painshill Park hosts their Live Music Late series. Featuring a mix of tribute bands and originals from a number of genres, watch the sunset over the lake as you listen to the sounds amplified from the stage. From mod and pop to rock and reggae, check out the lineup online and find your fave. Food and drink vendors will be on-site, or feel free to bring a picnic.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
GUILDFORD SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: ROMEO & JULIET / JUNE 21 – JULY 13 / HIGH STREET, GUILDFORD
This summer one of the greatest of all love stories will explode onto the streets of Guildford. For three weeks Guildford Shakespeare Company will be closing the High Street every evening to bring to life the passion and excitement of Shakespeare’s impulsive star-crossed lovers. In a society fuelled by greed and entitlement, can their fragile vision of a better world survive their families’ ruthless feud?
For more information, visit guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk
THE 39 STEPS / JULY 2 – 6 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Alfred Hitchcock’s classic returns to Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre this month. Follow the incredible adventures of our handsome hero Richard Hannay, complete with stiff-upper-lip, British gung-ho and pencil moustache as he encounters dastardly murders, double-crossing secret agents, and, of course, devastatingly beautiful women.
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
CARVE AND CHAR / JULY 3 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
A day of exploration and decorative wood carving with artist Martin Brockman at West Horsley Place awaits this month. Learn how to ‘carve and char’ your own small relief carved wood panel inspired by your surroundings.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
EDINBURGH FRINGE PREVIEWS / JULY 4 + 20 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
Not one, but two nights of Edinburgh Fringe Previews at The Electric Theatre in Guildford this July. Before venturing north to the giddy streets of Edinburgh Glenn Moore and Nic Sampson will test the waters before Michelle Shaughnessy and Dan Tierman take to the stage later in the month in the hope of giving you a little tickle with their latest material.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
HASLEMERE FRINGE FESTIVAL / JULY 5 – 7 / LION GREEN, HASLEMERE
Haslemere Fringe Festival is back! Expect an eclectic mix of family-friendly entertainment over three days. Featuring live music and entertainment, acts over the weekend include; Callum Beattie, Daniel Bedingfield, Blue, Milton Jones, Rebecca Ferguson, T’Pau and Haircut 100.
For more information, visit haslemerefringe.co.uk
JIMMY CARR: LAUGHS FUNNY / JULY 6 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show ‘Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’. Jimmy tells jokes, and jokes are like magnets. Jokes attract people, but they can also repel. Some people are repelled by Jimmy’s dark brand of comedy. This show is not for them. But if it’s the kind of thing you like, then this is the kind of thing you’ll like.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
ACCOLADE / JULY 9 – 13 / RICHMOND THEATRE
Step into the vibrant world of London’s intellectual elite, where the price of success is often too high to pay. Accolade follows the life of a celebrated writer on the verge of receiving a much-coveted award for his work. A gripping tale of ambition, scandal, and the harsh realities that lie beneath the surface of success.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/richmond-theatre
POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP: NATURE POETRY / JULY 9 / PAINSHILL, COBHAM
Join Painshill’s Poet in Residence Nia Broomhall to use the beautiful surroundings of Painshill as inspiration for your own poems that explore your relationship with the natural world and the seasons. No previous writing experience necessary. Bring writing materials if you wish, but some will be provided.
For more information, visit painshill.co.uk
HELLFIRE COMEDY / JULY 11 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
Rock up to Hellfire Comedy Club to be entertained by some of the hottest up-and-coming comedians. With a range of comedy styles, these emerging acts are fresh from the London circuit and give you a great opportunity to see some new stand-up talent right here in Guildford. Start your evening with a delicious curry prepared by our team of in-house chefs. Enjoy your curry with an ice-cold beer, glass of wine or soft drink – the perfect accompaniment to an evening of frivolity and laughter.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DISASTER / JULY 13 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Surviving the early years of motherhood! A real story from a real mother. Priscilla Queen of the Disaster is brutally honest about being a mum. Motherhood isn’t just paying a photographer to take a perfect photo of your bundle of joy curled up in a basket. An incredibly honest and frank true story about the realities of parenting, all told by mother and natural storyteller, Susie.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING / JULY 13 – 14 / CLAREMONT FAN COURT SCHOOL, ESHER
‘Friendship is constant in all other things, save in the office and affairs of love’. Shakespeare’s much loved comedy of wit and trickery set in an exotic land. Rose Theatre is proud to present this outdoor production set amongst the trees in the beautiful grounds of Claremont Fan Court School.
For more information, visit rosetheatre.org
TERRY ALDERTON & FRIENDS / JULY 13 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON
With multiple 5 star reviews, award wins and nominations, Terry Alderton is here for an evening of funny, as he puts on a special night of comedy with friends! A two hour show where Terry will host and entertain you, along with two of his favourite comedians on the UK comedy circuit and rounding the evening off with a 30 minute non-stop gag fest rollercoaster ride through Terry’s mind!
For more information, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk
THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN’S MEN PRESENTS ‘HAMLET’ / JULY 14 + 28 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS, ESHER + HATCHLANDS PARK, GUILDFORD
Head for National Trust sites in Surrey this summer for a series of outdoor theatre. Be captivated by Shakespeare’s classic revenge tragedy, Hamlet as The Lord Chamberlain’s Men present their atmospheric take on the play.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk
SWINGBRIDGE TRANQUILITY ACCESSIBLE CRUISES / JULY 15 – SEPTEMBER 20 / DAPDUNE WHARF, GUILDFORD
Moored at Dapdune Wharf in Guildford, Swingbridge Tranquility offers Summer Cruises along the River Wey. The boat has been specifically adapted with a wheelchair lift making it fully accessible for people with limited mobility to enjoy a morning or afternoon on the water. If you care for or have someone in your family who would benefit from this experience, book your space today.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
RICHARD HERRING: CAN I HAVE MY BALL BACK? / JULY 16 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD
In 2021 Richard Herring went to his GP to find out why his right ball seemed to be growing bigger. It turned out that he had testicular cancer and one month later he was lying in hospital waiting to have his murderous gonad removed. Would he survive? (No spoilers!). In his much-anticipated return to stand-up after six years, Richard talks bollocks and answers the question on everyone’s lips: Is a severed gonad in a jar a fitting prize to bring in for Taskmaster?
For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk
GUILDBURYS PICNIC THEATRE PRESENT JAMAICA INN / JULY 17 – 20 / MERRIST WOOD, WORPLESDON
The coachman warned Mary Yellan away from the forbidding place, but she pressed on, intent on honouring her dying mother’s wish that she go to live with her Aunt Patience and her hulking and powerful Uncle Joss Merlyn at Jamaica Inn. She could sense the inn’s dark power. But never did Mary dream that she would become hopelessly ensnared in the villainous schemes being hatched within its crumbling walls – or that a handsome, mysterious stranger would so incite her passions, tempting her to love a man she dares not trust.
For more information, visit https://buytickets.at/guildburys/1146535/r/guide2surrey
PRANKSTERS THEATRE: TWELFTH NIGHT / JULY 18 – 25 / CASTLE GROUNDS, GUILDFORD
Twelfth Night opens with a storm and finishes with ‘The rain it raineth every day’. Sounds familiar?! But dont worry, in between there’s sunny laughter and yellow socks! It’s a Shakespeare comedy so expect mistaken identities, parted twins, cross-dressing and a happy (possibly!) ending. Award-winning Pranksters Theatre Company bring their signature inventive style to this ever-popular classic, performed in the stunning outdoor setting of Guildford Castle Grounds. So bring a picnic, sit back and enjoy the show!
For more information, visit pranksterstheatre.org.uk
VISIONS OF DYLAN / JULY 19 – 21 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Singer, artsist and Festival Director Barb Jungr curates three days dedicated to troubadour and visionary Bob Dylan at the Farnham Maltings this July. Expect a weekend of performances and talks inspired by the man and the myth himself.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
GRAYSHOTT FOLK CLUB: RUM RAGGED / JULY 20 / GRAYSHOTT VILLAGE HALL
Over the years, Grayshott Folk Club has featured several top Folk bands from all over Canada (e.g. Red Moon Road, Fish & Bird, Coig). All have been brilliant musicians and the quality of these performers is assured. Boasting bouzouki, fiddle, bodhran, banjo, guitar, and button accordion, these new champions of East Coast music enliven and enlighten audiences with their signature brand of Newfoundland folk. Always honest, thought-provoking, and often humorous, it’s Rum Ragged’s live show that makes them a fast favourite with any audience.
For more information, visit grayshottfolkclub.co.uk
PLAYS IN THE PARK / JULY 20 / MEADOWBANK PARK, DORKING
Dorking Halls are bringing the stage to the park this summer with the return of Plays in The Park. Fun for the family as Quentin Blake’s Mrs Armitage On Wheels by Scoot Theatre takes to the stage, before 440 Theatre present their take on A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Twelfth Night.
Get your laugh on at The Comedy Club on the evening with performances from Mark Maier, Sooz Kempner and Julian Deane.
For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk
WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT / JULY 20 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD
The exciting live show celebrating the music of Tina Turner is getting back on the road with a huge tour across the UK. In a breath-taking career spanning more than 50 years, audiences can look forward to hearing stunning musical arrangements of Tina’s most-loved classic hits including Private Dancer, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Proud Mary, River Deep, Nutbush City Limits, Simply The Best and many more. This not-to-be missed musical experience is a stunning celebration of one of the greatest female singers of our time.
For more information, visit trafalgartickets.com/g-live-guildford
FRINGE DOUBLE BILL: LOU SANDERS & SARA BARRON / JULY 24 / FARNHAM MALTINGS
Catch top comedians trying out their shows before they head to this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Heading for Farnham Maltings this month are funny folk Lou Sander and Sara Barron.
For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com
ROBERT PLANT PRESENTS SAVING GRACE FEATURING SUZI DIAN / JULY 24 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING
Robert Plant’s Saving Grace, the co-operative featuring Suzi Dian (vocals), Oli Jefferson (percussion), Tony Kelsey (mandolin, baritone, acoustic guitar), and Matt Worley (banjo, acoustic, baritone guitars, cuatro) arrive at Woking’s New Victoria Theatre later this July. Expect a sell-out and book your ticket quick.
For more information, visit atgtickets.com/new-victoria-theatre
NOVA QUIZ – SUPERHEROES / JULY 24 / NOVA CINEMA, WOKING
Think you know your superheroes? Familiar with the full backstories of every nemesis and arch enemy to confront our favourite crimefighters? Don a cape and take on your fellow superhero fans with your encyclopaedic knowledge of all things ‘super’ at Nova Cinema’s monthly film quiz later this July.
For more information, visit novacinema.com
PEACE / JULY 25 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD
Fancy some oho quality live music this month? Fronted by the charismatic Harrison Koisser, the quartet of Peace ignites stages with a blend of psychedelic rock, Britpop, and post-punk revival. Get involved and get yourself to The Boileroom in Guildford later this July.
For more information, visit theboileroom.net
PETE TONG’S IBIZA CLASSICS / JULY 26 / SANDOWN PARK RACECOURSE, ESHER
Enjoy a a sophisticated rave after the races as the one and only Pete Tong arrives at Sandown Park. Pete Tong’s Ibiza Classics with the Essential Orchestra promises a hedonistic night of fun and nostalgia as the iconic DJ reimagines your favourite club tracks with the 65-piece orchestra, coupled with incredible visual effects and the latest in music technology.
For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/live
THE GREATEST MAGICIAN: AN EVENING OF WONDERS / JULY 28 / THE ELECTRIC THEATRE, GUILDFORD
This enigmatic and critically acclaimed, glance at the most engaging of art-forms transports you to a jaw-dropping world of light-hearted hilarity, wonderment, and mystery. One night only – and a sure sell-out so don’t miss out! James Phelan is The Greatest Magician.
For more information, visit electric.theatre
THE SECRET DIARY OF HENRY VIII / JULY 31 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE
The Three Inch Fools present an essential guide on how to keep your head in the Tudor Court. Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight, young Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst fighting the French (again) and re-writing religion. The Fools hit the road with this brand new comedy – a mad-capped take on Britain’s most epic monarch, and those infamous wives. Bring a blanket to sit on and soak up some history at West Horsley Place this July.
For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org
ROW BOAT HIRE / UNTIL SEPTEMBER 29 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS, ESHER
Row, row, row your boat, gently around the idyllic lake of Claremont Landscape Gardens this summer. A wonderful way to while away the day, enjoy some outdoor living this summer.
For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk