Featured Events in Henley in Arden in July 2025 (July Updated)

THE KATE BUSH SONGBOOK Since embarking on their musical journey back in 2012, Cloudbusting have been touring theatres and music venues across the UK and Europe, exploring the intricacies and nuance of Kate’s stunning albums. Along the way, many of those complex and at times powerful arrangements have demanded every ounce of musicality and virtuosity that the band could muster - but at more reflective moments, the true essence of Kate’s imaginative concepts have come to life with simply the voice and piano. It’s these jewels of the song-writing craft that the ‘Kate Bush Song Book’ ensemble now performs - with Matthew Bowers at the piano and Dave Roberts on bass backing the hauntingly beautiful vocals of Mandy Watson. The Song Book repertoire features stunning arrangements of some lesser-known tracks as well as many of the hits - including Wuthering Heights, Babooshka, Hounds of Love and Cloudbusting. But it’s perhaps the clarity of those piano-based tracks such as This Woman’s Work , Moments of Pleasure and The Man With The Child In His Eyes that dazzle most with their sheer complexity and pure lyrical invention. Many of Kate’s original collaborators have been inspired to join Cloudbusting for stage performances: drummer Preston Heyman; dancer and choreographer Stewart Avon Arnold; and of course the late Del Palmer - Kate’s bass player and sound engineer - who was always an avid supporter of the Kate Bush Song Book and guest performed with them across England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. With material from across Kate’s 45 year career, interspersed with personal reflections and insights to many of the songs from Mandy, Matt and Dave, don’t miss your chance to join them for a magical evening in appreciation of ‘this woman’s work’. ‘Mandy’s vocals were so good, I could have been listening to Kate herself!’ Preston Heyman, Kate’s drummer ‘ Utterly, surreally brilliant ’ Mick Wall, Classic Rock Magazine Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Arts4All Season Ticket 2025 Not Transferable Welcome to the limited Arts4All Season Ticket 2025 ! Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and inspiration. This in-person event will be held at the Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall . Please note that the season ticket is transferable , and gives unreserved seating access to each and every Arts4All 2025 showing a MASSIVE saving on event by event purchases. Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Christine Bovill - Coming Home Get ready for an intimate evening of song with Christine Bovill at the Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall ! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with mesmerizing vocals and captivating storytelling. Christine's performance will take you on a journey through the heart and soul of her music, leaving you feeling like you've come home. Don't miss out on this incredible event! Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Welcome to Beyond the Barricade - Past Principal Performers From Les Miserables ! Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with performances by former stars of Les Miserables. This in-person event will be held at the Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall , a charming venue perfect for an evening of musical magic. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the talent and passion of these incredible performers up close and personal. Get your tickets now for a night you won't soon forget!oin the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences return over and over again for 25 years. Enjoy numbers from The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, West Side Story, The Lion King, Blood Brothers, Miss Saigon, Hamilton and many others, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Misérables! The concert tour will feature Andy Reiss , David Fawcett , Katie Leeming and Sarah Ryan who have all played principal roles in both the West End and UK Tours of Les Misérables , together with a live band who capture the feel of the original orchestrations of the chosen musicals. To this day every musical note is still played and sung live – very rare indeed. Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Henley School - Thirsfield by Steve Eagles Head of Acting We welcome Henley School participating alongside our professional programme in this thought provoking play specially written for Arts4All 2025. A percentage of the net proceeds from this event is donated to Henley School for use in its own drama department and performers are offered complimentary tickets for appropriate professional performances where available. Thirsfield is an old house Thirsfield stands on old land Land that owns its own truth It's own darkness Land that has the sirit of fox bite Of har'e madness Land with secrets that can seep into creatures Or People When a young family moves in The old ways see new ways To surface Not everything underground stays buried Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Ed Patrick - Catch Your Breath -Stand Up Comedy Description: The Secret Life of a Sleepless Anaesthetist NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author (oooooh check him) Ed Patrick injects Henley in Aden with a gut-punch hilarious show about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, the pitfalls of modern medicine and the power of questioning it. There’s plenty of laughing gas to go round. ‘Brilliantly funny’ Matt Lucas ‘Extremely funny’ The Telegraph ‘Packed with hilarious anecdotes’ The Guardian ‘Masterful, playfully provocative writing’ Chortle As seen on Channel 4, Have I Got News For You and heard on BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio 4 and BBC Radio Scotland. Ed also hosts the ‘Comedians Surgery’ podcast where he speaks to guests including Joe Lycett, Rose Matafeo and Reginald D Hunter about their health stories and experiences. Age guidance -16+ (Must be accompanied by an adult) Solo comedy/theatre show. Small-mid scale. 80 Minutes plus interval. Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

I Am The Greatest In this solo drama Rodrequesz King-Dorset plays Jake 'Mental' Hughes a psychiatric patient whose voice illuminates the anger, rage and sometimes indifference of the mental health system we have in place today. Both whimsical and dark, his character lives in a twighlight zone of a bizarre fanatic who loses his way onto thinking that he is the real Muhammad Ali persona. The play introduces us to a short film of the twenty-something boxing fanatic who loses his way into thinking that he is the real Ali. The stage action begins with an ageing 'Mental' Hughes as takes on the world over his right to live life without psychotic drugs - the Zuc or the needle! "I am the Greatest" takes us into the psyche of an individual who has endured 25 years of the painful effects of the Zuc and introduces us to a unique interpretation of mental health and a society plagued by a lack of essential support due to government bungling. WARNING: This play contains reference to drug use and mental illness. Age restriction 14+ Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Windrush Secret Come join us at the Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall for an evening filled with mystery and intrigue at the Windrush Secret event! Uncover hidden stories and untold secrets as we delve into the fascinating history of the Windrush generation. A one-man drama by Rodreguez King-Dorset. Windrush Secret , set in 2018, is about a young white far-right racist party leader, a black Caribbean diplomat and a white Oxford educated Home Office government official who are giving speeches on the same day, at different times, in separate locations, about a million people who migrated from the Caribbean to Britain between 1948 and 1973 (The Windrush Generation), and the British political scandal which began in 2018. One of them has a dark secret that he struggles to come to terms with during his fiery speech – and it will change his life forever. WARNING: this play contains offensive language which may cause offence. Age restriction 16+ Outstanding surprise drama from the UK... there may be no performance right now on a New York stage better than his. New York Stage Review Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

This Is Your Tribute - Pick of the Edinburgh Festival A brand new interactive cabaret karaoke night from the creators of ‘An Evening Without Kate Bush’ and ‘Julie Madly Deeply’. ‘Expect to laugh, sing and be merry!’ (★★★★★ Quinntessential Review). In this ‘joyously immersive experience’ (★★★★ The Stage), your sparkling host Sarah-Louise Young (Fascinating Aida, Showstopper! The Improvised Musical) invites you to celebrate all things tribute. Featuring classic hits like ‘I Wil Survive’, ‘Nine To Five’ and an unforgettable take on ‘Let It Go’ from Frozen, ‘This Is Your Tribute’ is a musical nostalgia fest, filled with singalongs, dance breaks, wigs and wonderment from ‘an artist at the top of their game’. In the first half of the evening, Sarah-Louise will share her own experiences of life on the road, paying homage to singers like Julie Andrews and Kate Bush. Along with learning a few top tips and trade secrets, she’ll delve into the occasionally darker side of professional super-fandom. In the second half of the evening Sarah-Louise hosts an informal open karaoke for anyone who fancies getting up and dusting off their Sinatra or Sonny & Chers. If you fancy a bit of a sing, you’ll have the chance to sign up for a slot, or just sit back and enjoy the music. So whether you are a part time Elvis or a singer in the shower, a karaoke queen or a Comicon king, this show is full of heart and made for you! Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Welcome to Wind in The Willows! Come join us at Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall for a magical childrens slot, the timeless classic Wind in the Willows. Suitable for ages 4 - 8Yrs Audience participation for adults too!! Come join us for a magical afternoon at Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall as we bring to life the classic tale of friendship and adventure. Get ready to be swept away by the charming characters and beautiful storytelling. This in-person event is perfect for families and fans of all ages. Don't miss out on this enchanting experience! Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

The Elves & The Shoemaker / Lazy John Come join us at Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall for a magical childrens slot filled with two classic tales - The Elves & The Shoemaker and Lazy John . 'The Elves & The Shoemaker' & 'Lazy John' Suitable for ages 3 - 8Yrs Watch as these timeless stories come to life, captivating audiences of all ages but introducing children to live theatre at an early age. Audience participation. Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Annie was once a touring folk musician whose adventure took her through playing in commercial , rock and blues bands (accompanied by her tenor sax Jeffrey, her alto Esmeralda and clarinet Clarissa), before arriving at the music that talks to her soul - Swing and Latin American. Her journey encompassed not only New Zealand and Australia but also the U.K., Norway and Holland, where she has sung and played her heart out for many years. Annie retired from giggling 2 years ago - but she just can’t stop the music! The Church choir has been happy for her to sing with them and she and Clarissa have accompanied them - soaring and sweeping in the style of Jan Gabarek around Christmas Carols! ( which was rather unusual!?) and this has ignited her desire to perform occasionally again. And Laurence said yes! She has gathered some really close friends together - three wonderful musician who have all played with Annie at some stage of her life - but not altogether at the same time! Mike Kemp ( from Northampton ) piano Adrian Smith ( from Wells) double bass Lee Smith (from Brackley) drums We would very much like you to be part of this afternoon of musical adventure “The Annie Davies Quartet” “Never say Never” Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

The Ralph Allin Quartet is coming to Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall! Described by one leading critic as “Nigel Kennedy, Stephane Grappelli and Victor Borge rolled into one”, Ralph Allin is a violinist that knows no bounds. His virtuosic display, musical versatility and witty presentation make his performances utterly engaging, musically satisfying and uniquely entertaining. From classical cadenzas to fiery gypsy melodies and on to some original arrangements of the great jazz standards, his programme is guaranteed to amaze anyone, whether a casual listener or the most discerning of audiences. Ralph has toured with the legendary Van Morrison and has performed with the likes of Joolz Holland and Andre Previn. H​​e won the regional accolade of ‘Jazz Musician of the Year’, has entertained Prince Charles at his home, Highgrove, and has performed at Ronnie Scotts. His award winning debut album (Folk Album of the Year) led the way for several other CDs, and among his many radio appearances, he has been featured on ‘Friday Night is Music Night’, as well as being BBC radio artist of the week. Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite

Comedy Finale - Starring Hal Cruttenden One of the countries most accomplished stand ups, Hal has appeared on our T.V. screens in multiple shows including Live at the Apollo, Mock the Week, The Royal Variety Performance and Have I Got News For You . He's toured around the globe and now brings a very special preview of his 2025 tour to Henley in Arden.Tickets are limited so don't miss the chance to see him before he hits the road with his natonal tour later in the year! Get ready to laugh till your sides ache at the Comedy Finale event featuring the hilarious Hal Cruttenden! Join us at the Henley-in-Arden Memorial Hall for a night filled with non-stop laughter and entertainment. Hal Cruttenden's sharp wit and comedic timing are sure to have you in stitches. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of comedy! WARNING: This event may contain language which may cause offence. Age restriction 16+ Information Source: Henley-in-Arden Arts4All 2025 | eventbrite