THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT! WHAT’S ON IN SURREY THIS FEBRUARY

THE ETERNAL SHAME OF SUE PERKINS / FEBRUARY 1 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON

You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue, Just A Minute Sue, or the Sue that gives you travel envy – but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. In this brand-new show, she shares the unlikely happenings from a career in the spotlight. What’s the fallout when your pituitary gland goes haywire on live TV?  How do you convince the public you didn’t really fall onto that hoover attachment? And when intimate photos get splashed all over the internet, how do you switch the shame to dignity and joy?

For more, visit rosetheatre.org

KNIT SOCIAL / FEBRUARY 1 / NEW HOUSE ART SPACE, GUILDFORD

Whether you’re an experienced knitter or just starting out, this event is the perfect opportunity to unleash your inner artist while sipping on a delicious cup of coffee. Get together for a knit and natter at Guildford’s New House Arts Space and make new friends with likeminded lovers of the arts and crafts scene.

For more, visit newhouse.art

WORD – A SPOKEN WORD NIGHT / FEBRUARY 3 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD

Got something you want to say? An open forum for poetry, prose, and spoken word performance – from Shakespearian sonnets to journal scribbles and everything in between. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or sharing your words for the first time, come along, take the mic, and be part of Guildford’s growing spoken word community

For more, visit theboileroom.net

IN THE LADY GARDEN / FEBRUARY 5 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

At 69, Alice wonders if she hadn’t been expelled from convent school and had sex with Keith from the sausage rolls section at the pie factory, what might her life have been? This bold and powerful show raises topics rarely discussed in theatre: what it was like growing up as a girl in the 50s and 60s, the menopause and the invisibility of older women. Funny, fearless and full of heart, In the Lady Garden celebrates the resilience and rebellious spirit of women and is a reminder that they still have empowering stories to tell.

For more, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

MURDER: STAGED / FEBRUARY 5 / CRANLEIGH ARTS

Did you know that 90% of people believe they can get away with murder – are you one of them? Research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather introduces MURDER:STAGED – a deep dive into the embedded lies at crime scenes. Featuring forensics, criminology, dark psychology and reconstructed real-life crime scene walk-throughs. This is an unmissable evening for any true crime fan.

For more, visit cranleigharts.org

DALISO CHAPONDA: TOPICAL STORM / FEBRUARY 5 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Daliso Chaponda has been writing jokes about the news for over a decade – on Have I Got News For You, Radio 4′ News Quiz, Australia’s Good News Week and many more besides. But recently the news has been so absurd, chaotic and overwhelming that it more or less mocks itself. Where do we go from here? Topical Storm is Daliso’s response. A show not about THE news but about news itself. Journalists, bloggers, fake news, satirical news: have we lost the thread of it all? Is the reporting of news endlessly polarising us as a society rather than educating us? Except an explosive night of stand-up comedy at Guildford’s G Live this February.

For more, visit glive.co.uk

WILLOW WONDERS  / FEBRUARY 5 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

Alright chook? Spend a fun and creative day weaving a lifelike chicken sculpture to enhance your garden or perhaps to make a really special gift. There is plenty of room for creativity and you don’t even need to stick to chickens. Any bird of a similar size is possible – whether real or the product of your imagination. You bring the ideas and I will help you turn them into sculpture!

For more, visit westhorsleyplace.org

PRINTMAKING / FEBRUARY 6 / THE LIGHTBOX GALLERY, WOKING

It’s often said that printmaking is where craft meets art. Visit The Lightbox Gallery in Woking to explore the craft of carving lino to create an original artwork. Under the guidance of local printmaker Jo Boddy you will be introduced to the basics of linocut printmaking in this exciting workshop where you’ll experience the thrill of peeling back the print from the plate to reveal your very own creation.

For more, visit thelightbox.org.uk

HAND QUILTING WORKSHOP / FEBRUARY 6 / THE HORTON, EPSOM

Join Sarah Hibbert, experienced quilter and author of ‘From Collage to Quilt’ in an exciting full-day workshop to create your own unique table mat or decorative square. You will be guided in how to hand-piece fabrics together in a layout along the lines of a log cabin. You may wish to work with larger pieces to show your quilting style or with narrow strips to create colour.You will be aiming for a block around 10” square, very much freestyle, but the choice is yours.

For more, visit thehortonepsom.org

GUILDFORD SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: DAVID COPPERFIELD / FEBRUARY 6 – 28 / HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, GUILDFORD

Three actors bring to life 19 of Charles Dickens’ magnificently drawn characters including the deliciously eccentric Betsy Trotwood, scheming Uriah Heep, adorable Peggotty and one of his greatest comedy creations, the irrepressible Mr Micawber. Join the esteemed GSC for an enchanting romp stuffed with Victorian charm, larger-than-life characters and timeless wit… and kites… and donkeys…From the same creative team that brought you the international, 5-star hit Pride & Prejudice.

For more, visit guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk

SCOTT MATTHEWS / FEBRUARY 7 / ST NICOLAS’ CHURCH, GUILDFORD

Scott Matthews brings his spellbinding songcraft to Guildford for an intimate performance at Guildford’s St Nicolas Church. Since winning the Ivor Novello Award for ‘Elusive’, Matthews has toured the world with artists such as Robert Plant, Rufus Wainwright, Foo Fighters and Tori Amos, carving out a reputation as one of the UK’s most distinctive voices. Expect transcendent vocals, poetic lyricism and guitar work of exquisite precision from a songwriter at the height of his powers.

For more, visit theboileroom.net

THE CINELLI BROTHERS / FEBRUARY 7 / GODALMING BOROUGH HALL

Fancy a February knees ups? The Cinelli Brothers are the ultimate good-time party band. Fronted by award winning guitarist/singer Marco Cinelli, they deliver unrivalled chemistry and energy. Their authentic Blues, Soul and R&B sound delivers a unique twist on the biggest chart classics from every decade, guaranteeing an unforgettable gig!

For more, visit eclecticlivemusic.com

DEAR ENGLAND  / FEBRUARY 10 – 14 / NEW VICTORIA THEATRE, WOKING

It’s time to change the game. The country that gave the world football has since delivered a painful pattern of loss. The England men’s team has the worst track record for penalties in the world, and manager Gareth Southgate knows he needs to open his mind and face up to the years of hurt to take team and country back to the promised land. The National Theatre’s Olivier Award-winning smash hit Dear England comes to Woking in a highly anticipated national tour.

For more, visit atgtickets.com

ROSS NOBLE ‘CRANIUM OF CURIOSITIES’ / FEBRUARY 11 / DORKING HALLS

Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It’s entirely your choice. Unless you accidentally become trapped in a barrel*. Should that happen, then just find an incline and start rolling to see the one and only Ross Noble! He is the Wizard of Waffle, The Rambler Royale, The Noodlers’ Noodler, and he’s back live on stage to tour a tornado of tangents. What the show will be about is anybody’s guess, but that’s all part of the fun when you look inside his Cranium of Curiosities.

For more, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk

GUILDFORD JAZZ: DENNY ILETT & PETE LONG’S R&BEBOP / FEBRUARY 11 / GUILDFORD PAVILION

Denny Ilett & Pete Long’s R & BBop. Guitarist/vocalist Denny Ilett has worked with leading US & UK stars, such as James Brown’s saxophonist Pee-Wee Ellis and members of Goldfrapp, Portishead & Mannfred Mann. Saxophonist/singer Pete Long’s CV includes work with Jools Holland, Tom Jones and Lionel Richie. These master musicians join forces in a new and exciting band, blending the Bebop of Charlie Parker with the Rhythm & Blues of T-Bone Walker and Louis Jordan to produce a treasure-trove of captivating rhythms and intoxicating melodies.

For more, visit guildfordjazz.org.uk

CHALLENGERS CASINO NIGHT / FEBRUARY 13 / HOLIDAY INN, GUILDFORD

Challengers is thrilled to be hosting a new event for 2026 – a Casino Night at the Holiday Inn, Guildford! Held in partnership with Holiday Inn Guildford, it promises to be a great evening out with friends, family or colleagues. This black tie event will begin with a drinks reception and canapés, before moving on to Black Jack, Roulette and more! The person at the end of the night with the most chips will win a grand prize, with all other proceeds going to support Challengers – a local charity dedicated to transforming the lives of disabled children, young people and their families. Tickets are £25 per person and there will be a raffle and silent auction on the evening – all raising funds for Challengers.

For more, visit disability-challengers.org

UNRAVEL… A FESTIVAL OF YARN / FEBRUARY 13 – 15 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

‘Tis the season for crafty, sew and sews and knitting enthusiasts to unite and descend upon Farnham Maltings for the knitting fiesta, Unravel… A Festival of Yarn! Featuring a programme of bookable workshops, talks and demonstrations led by UK and International experts and a marketplace of over 70 quality exhibitors selling yarn and fibre accessories. So roll up and meet like-minded lovers of darn good yarn.

For more, visit farnhammaltings.com

CLINTON BAPTISTE: SPECTRAL INTERCOURSE / FEBRUARY 14 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Hot on the heels of his fourth sell-out UK tour, the nation’s favourite clairvoyant medium, from Peter Kay’s ‘Phoenix Nights’, Clinton Baptiste is back with a new live show for 2026 and beyond! In a rudderless world, mankind needs an envoy to gather solutions from the all-knowing, all-seeing Afterlife. But who should it be? Of course, there’s only one man for the job – Clinton Baptiste. Receiving the audiences’ queries and earthbound dilemmas, Clinton will then reach out to spirits for answers. Fear not. He will probe sensitively. Spiritual connection. Mystical congress… Spectral Intercourse.

For more, visit glive.co.uk

CABARET DRAG NIGHT WITH ULA LAH / FEBRUARY 14 / FALLEN ANGEL BAR, GUILDFORD

Fancy a romantic rendezvous with just you and your significant other? Well, you probably won’t get it here. With lively entertainment, delicious drinks and an Instagram photo wall where you can claim your title as The Fallen Angel, enjoy a very special night of Drag Cabaret with the one and only Ula Lah. Booking is highly recommened.

For more, visit fallenangelbar.com

OMID DJALILI: NAMASTE / FEBRUARY 15 / CAMBERLEY THEATRE

The Persian Comedy Powerhouse performs his critically acclaimed new show NAMASTE where Omid peacefully bows to his inner anger and unleashes a torrent of comedic vitriol upon the current state of this dangerously messed up planet.No government gets a green card. No tyrant avoids a take down. No audience member leaves the theatre with an ounce of laughter left in them. You have been warned.

For more, visit camberleytheatre.co.uk

POOL KIDS  / FEBRUARY 16 / BANQUET RECORDS, KINGSTON

Whilst in the UK for a tour, Pool Kids visit Kingston to play a stripped back in-store set. Celebrating the release of their their album Easier Said Than Done, the record impresses one of the most important reminders anyone can hear: You don’t have to do anything in this world alone. Expect indie vibes.

For more, visit banquetrecords.com

THE TALENTED MR RIPLEY / FEBRUARY 17 – 21 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Step into a world of deception, desire, and deadly ambition. How far would you go to become someone else? This electrifying new stage adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley brings Patricia Highsmith’s iconic psychological thriller, which inspired the acclaimed movie and Netflix series of the same name, to life like never before. With razor-sharp dialogue, simmering tension, and a dangerously charismatic antihero, this gripping production will pull you into Ripley’s intoxicating world—where nothing is quite as it seems.

For more, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

DRINK & DRAW / FEBRUARY 17 / THE FIGHTING COCKS, KINGSTON

A night of drinks and arty farty mess making! Bring yourselves and your creativity for an evening of prompts, drinks and arty farty mess making in the main bar. No art skills necessary! They’re not expecting the next Picasso and it’s not at all serious. This is all about getting out of your head and making marks. Start the evening with warm ups, followed by prompts and then the main activity – your big pic.

For more, visit the-fighting-cocks.co.uk

SILENT DISCO / FEBRUARY 20 / HASLEMERE MUSEUM

Do you boogie? Enjoy the beat of your own drum with this Silent Disco in Haslemere later this month. Choose your own songs from 3 different play lists and get ready to throw some serious shapes.

For more, visit haslemeremuseum.co.uk

MOCK TUDOR COMEDY CLUB / FEBRUARY 20 / RIVERHOUSE BARN ARTS CENTRE, WALTON ON THAMES

For your fill of the silly stuff this month, make your way to Walton’s Riverhouse Barn Arts Centre and get ready for a giggle or two at the monthly Mock Tudor Comedy Club. Sit back and enjoy jokes and japes from Patrick Mohanan and more.

For more, visit riverhousebarn.co.uk

TWAT UNION / FEBRUARY 20 / BANQUET RECORDS, KINGSTON

To celebrate the release of the new solo album ‘Don’t Blame The Peach‘, Twat Union visits Kingston to play an in-store set. Part punk gig, part comedy show, Twat Union’s gigs are fast becoming the stuff of legend–a chaotic punk experience unlike any other. There will be props, there will be line dancing, there will be shouting, and now there’s a brand new EP. Already touted as The Guardian’s One To Watch after only one single, catch them in Kingston this month.

For more, visit banquetrecords.com

BLUBBER / FEBRUARY 21 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

Katie’s taken up synchronised swimming. She’s buoyant and beautiful, but it’s a lot harder than they thought. When the promise of campy fun and liberation fails to materialise, Katie feels further from her body than ever before. Join Katie and Body on their quest traversing forgiveness, beauty and whales as they ask: what does care look like for a fat body? Award-winning artist Katie Greenall and The Hale’s new show takes audiences on a joyous journey of storytelling, ebbing and flowing to explore what placing kindness and care first can look like.

For more, visit farnhammaltings.com

THE OTHER LIBRARY / JANUARY 24 – FEBRUARY 12 + FEBRUARY 16 – MARCH 5 / WEYBRIDGE LIBRARY + FARNHAM MALTINGS

The Other Library is coming to Surrey! Its mission is to tell hidden stories of disability, creativity, capability, adaptation and independence, and the journey to achieve those things. The library goes beyond paper text: it’s song, dance, video, animation, podcast, documentary, flashmob, art and installation. Find The Other Library in Weybridge and Farnham.

For more, visit farnhammaltings.com

JORDAN GRAY / FEBRUARY 25 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Is That A C*ck In Your Pocket, Or Are You Just Here To Kill Me? Following acclaimed runs in London and Edinburgh, the multi-award-winning star and creator of ITV’s Transaction hits the road with a guitar on her back, a bounty on her ballbag, and some very poorly written death threats in her DMs. Is the cost of success worth it? How do you live up to your own sky-high expectations? And most importantly, should you even be a comedian when your bum looks this good? Join Jordan as she explores all this and more in her rootinest, tootinest, shootinest hour of musical comedy yet.

For more, visit glive.co.uk

MURDER, SHE DIDN’T WRITE / FEBRUARY 26 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your ‘finger of suspicion’ at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are returning in 2026 with their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure. They’ll create a classic murder mystery on-the-spot in this ingenious improvised comedy. You, the audience, become the author as the cast act out your very own Agatha Christie-inspired masterpiece live on stage. Ms Gold poisoned at a synchronised swimming gala? Dr Blue exploded by cannon during a hot air balloon race? Professor Violet crushed to death at a Love Island recoupling? You decide!

For more, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

GRAYSHOTT FOLK CLUB: THE AINSLEY HAMILL TRIO / FEBRUARY 26 / GRAYSHOTT VILLAGE HALL

Mix Heather Small and Julie Fowlis and you have singer songwriter Ainsley Hamill. Ainsley is one of the UK’s most distinctive and versatile singers, known for her remarkable voice, storytelling, and emotive style. Hailing from the West Coast of Scotland, she has built a career celebrated for its authenticity, merging traditional Scottish Folk with a modern touch. Joined by fellow musicians Sam Kelly and Toby Shaer, expect a folkin’ good night in Grayshott this month.

For more, visit grayshottclub.co.uk

OUR TOWN / FEBRUARY 26 – MARCH 28 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON

Grover’s Corners is a quiet little town, full of ordinary folk, living everyday lives. They work, they laugh, they sing, they fall in love and raise their children, and grow old. But within those moments of ordinary, everyday life, there are truths that reach out to us all. And a passionate demand to cherish every moment, right now, while we still can. Our Town is American playwright Thornton Wilder’s masterpiece, and this new production — starring internationally celebrated actor Michael Sheen — sees the story through a Welsh lens, bringing new life and vivid resonance for modern audiences.

For more, visit rosetheatre.org

EPIC: ELVIS / FEBRUARY 27 + 28 / EVERYMAN CINEMA, ESHER

Fancy a night at the movies? Head for the oh-so comfortable environs of Everyman Cinema in Esher as Elvis sings and tells his story like never before in a new cinematic experience from visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann.

For more, visit everymancinema.com 

HIP HOP KARAOKE / FEBRUARY 28 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD

The UK’s original Hip Hop Karaoke is a true London and national fixture and for the last decade DJs Rob Pursey, Jimmy Plates and host Bobby Champagne Jr. have helped thousands of people live out their rap fantasies! With hundreds of songs to choose from, this is the public’s chance to experience what it’s like to feel real crowd energy as they take on the rhymes of their favourite rappers at a major festival. Whether it’s old school gems from the ’80s and ’90s or the latest records from Drake, Nicki and Kendrick, Hip Hop Karaoke is the place to let go of all inhibitions and feel the exhilaration of smashing it live on stage!

For more, visit theboileroom.net

SARA PASCOE: I AM STRANGE GLOOP / FEBRUARY 28 / DORKING HALLS

Have you ever been awake in the middle of the night and thought something so smart and astute that you couldn’t wait for the world to wake up so you could tell them? THIS SHOW IS THAT THOUGHT. In that it doesn’t make much sense and is a bit weird on reflection. Sara Pascoe is a comedian and her children don’t sleep and her kitchen won’t clean itself and her husband “doesn’t want to be in it”. Hop over to Dorking Halls this February for the funny stuff.

For more, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk

 

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