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

THESPIANS / JUNE 30 – JULY 4 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Greece is the word. Ancient Greece, to be specific. It’s the year 534 BC and the entire country has been ravaged by a dreadful drought. Packed with comedy, chaos and choreography, do not miss MISCHIEF’s first musical about the power of walking a greek mile in someone else’s sandals.

For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

LOVE’S LABOURS LOST + MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING / JULY 1 – 25 / BRABOEUF MANOR, GUILDFORD

In a co-production with Orange Tree Theatre (OT), GSC returns to its origins for an open-air double-bill of Shakespeare’s most effervescent romantic comedies: Much Ado About Nothing (the first play GSC produced in 2006) is paired with its deliciously possible prequel Love’s Labour’s Lost. Together they will play in rep. For this open-air season, GSC has been granted special permission to return to the 16th-century Braboeuf Manor (formerly known as the College of Law), where they last performed in 2018, with Love’s Labour’s Lost.

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

DISCO FOR GROWN UPS / JULY 3 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

The legendary Discos For Grown Ups 70s, 80s, 90s disco party is coming to G LIVE for an incredible boogie night to remember! Get glittered up for a fun, fab and feel-good night of dancing with people your own age to the best-ever 70s soul and disco, 80s pop and 90s dance floor classics. Expect dancers, confetti showers, balloons, an amazing light and laser show, free sweets and glow sticks and the BEST ever classics to boogie to!

For more information, visit glive.co.uk

OIL PAINTING: EN PLEIN AIR / JULY 4 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON

Join artist Chloe Nelson from Painting People for an inspiring day of outdoor painting in the woodland landscape and beautiful 18-acre grounds of Watts Gallery. Working en plein air, you will paint with oils while drawing inspiration directly from the surrounding landscape, historic buildings, sculptures, and the beautiful Watts Chapel. No experience is required; these sessions are designed for complete beginners as well as those who already enjoy painting.

For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk 

GUILFEST / JULY 4 – 5 / STOKE PARK, GUILDFORD

GuilFest returns to Stoke Park for a weekend of music. Featuring Sophie Ellis-Bextor, The Proclaimers, Rudimental, Kula Shaker, Lottery Winners and much, much more. Expect a tonne of fun in the sun.

For more information, visit guilfest.co.uk

HASLEMERE FRINGE FESTIVAL / JULY 2 – 5 / LIONS 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 Reef, Arxx, Ocean Colour Scene, Caity Baser, The Selecter, Ward Thomas and more. Fancy a laugh? Check out the comedy tent featuring the likes of Mark Simmons, Bobby Davro and Tania Edwards.

For more information, visit haslemerefringe.co.uk

MY FAIR LADY / JULY 6 – SEPTEMBER 5 / FESTIVAL THEATRE, CHICHESTER

Chichester Festival Theatre produces Lerner & Loewe’s glorious, evergreen musical My Fair Lady for the first time in their history this month. With its sparkling dialogue, brilliant lyrics, witty story and gorgeous costumes, this 20th century masterpiece has been described as the perfect musical. Expect entertainment.

For more information, visit cft.org.uk

MICHELLE WOLF: BEST JOB IN THE WORLD / JULY 7 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

Primetime Emmy Nominee Michelle Wolf has established herself as one of the most influential voices in the comedy landscape. Her stand-up specials across HBO and Netflix have garnered critical acclaim and top viewing figures. Catch her do some comedy stuff at the Farnham Maltings this month.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

COACH PARTY / JULY 8 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD

One of the UK’s most exciting indie rock bands, Coach Party, make a stop at The Boileroom in Guildford this month. Expect a sweaty, fuzzy, grungy night that hits all the right notes.

For more information, visit theboileroom.net

CLAREMONT LIVE!  / JULY 9, 12, 23 + 25 / CLAREMONT LANDSCAPE GARDENS, ESHER

Claremont Live! returns this summer with open-air theatre and live music in the Garden. In July, bring your deck chairs and picnics for four evenings of theatre with Claremont’s magnificent amphitheatre as your backdrop. Performances for your pleasure this month include A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Othello, The Three Musketeers, and Peter Rabbit.

For more information, visit nationaltrust.org.uk

ROCKEOKE / JULY 10 / THE FIGHTING COCKS, KINGSTON UPON THAMES

Like the idea of Karaoke but are just too darn punk rock to belt out some Kelly Clarkson? Well, even if you are a punk rocker who loves to belt out some Kelly Clarkson, get a fix of the heavy stuff with Rockeoke over at The Fighting Cocks in Kingston this month.

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

BOOGIE TOWN / JULY 11 / APPS COURT, WALTON-ON-THAMES

Get down and boogie this month by wandering over to Walton-On-Thames to discover BoogieTown. Featuring living legends, Glora Gaynor, Gabrielle, Shalamar, Soul II Soul and more.

For more information, visit boogietown.co.uk

HENRY VIII’S JOUST / JULY 11 – 12 + 18 – 19 / HAMPTON COURT PALACE, EAST MOLESEY

History’s most thrilling sport returns to its celebrated home of Hampton Court Palace this summer holiday. Be dazzled by a real Tudor joust at the home of Henry VIII – a famous jouster himself. You may even glimpse him participating in the event! Pick your favourite knight and cheer, jeer and follow all the fun of an epic face-off until one knight reigns supreme.

For more information, visit hrp.org.uk

INTRODUCTION TO BLOCK PRINTING / JULY 11 / WATTS GALLERY ARTISTS’ VILLAGE, COMPTON

Discover this wonderful printmaking technique as you experiment with different types of block printing and explore ways of building up layered designs. You’ll also create your own block to print with, using a William Morris–inspired palette of colours. Led by artist-printmaker Kate Alger, this workshop is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced makers.

For more information, visit wattsgallery.org.uk

ELECTRIC HEART FESTIVAL  / JULY 12 / APPS COURT, WALTON-ON-THAMES

Feel the summer vibes and head for Apps Court for the Electric Heart Festival. Featuring heavyweights of the UK indie scene, dance the night and day away to the likes of Supergrass, Happy Mondays, The Coral and Sleeper.

For more information, visit electricheartfest.co.uk

JJEROME87  / JULY 13 / ST JOHN’S CHURCH, KINGSTON UPON THAMES

The solo moniker of British songwriter, musician and frontman of the critically acclaimed Mercury Prize and Ivor Novello-winning band alt-J, Jerome87 celebrates the release of the new album this month with a special set within the atmospheric environs of St John’s Church.

For more information, visit banquetrecords.com

THE REVENGERS TRAGEDY / JULY 13 – 18 / GUILDFORD CASTLE

Something a little scary this month? Staged in the intimate and somewhat haunting space inside Guildford’s ancient Castle Keep this Jacobean tragedy (first staged in 1606 at The Globe) depicts a morally corrupt world where desire for justice is contaminated by the obsession for revenge. Disguise, adultery, ingenious forms of murder, vivid imagery, outrageous characters and bizarre farce all go to make a fast-paced shocker!

For more information, visit pranksterstheatre.org.uk

MALORY TOWERS / JULY 14 – 18 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Darrell Rivers is starting school with an eager mind and fierce heart. Unfortunately, she also has a quick temper! Can she learn to tolerate the infuriating Gwendoline Lacey or value the kind-hearted Sally Hope? Nostalgic, naughty, and perfect for now, Malory Towers is the original ‘Girl Power’ story. This is a show for girls, boys and all grown-up children who still dream of midnight feasts and Cornish clifftops. Adapted and directed by Emma Rice.

For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

‘THE CRUCIBLE’ AT GUILDBURY’S PICNIC THEATRE / JULY 15 – 18 / MERRIST WOOD, GUILDFORD

Over 1,000 people packed the grounds of Merrist Wood for Guildburys’ sold-out production of Pride and Prejudice. Now, they return with a gripping theatrical event – Arthur Miller’s iconic masterpiece, The Crucible. Don’t miss this intense tale of suspicion and betrayal set against the dark backdrop of the 1692 Salem Witch Trials. Enjoy a pre-theatre picnic on the picnic lawn and as the sun sets and the shadows of Salem grow longer, you won’t just be watching a trial; you’ll be dancing in the woods with them. In the open-air the truth has nowhere to hide!

For more information, visit guildburys.com

STITCHES COMEDY CLUB / JULY 16 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

Award-winning comedy club Stitches is back for this huge summer special at G Guildford’s G Live with 3 more great comedy stars and a hilarious host. Featuring funny people, Paul Sinha, Laura Lexx and Chris McCausland, ably MC’d on the night by the jolly James Alderson.

For more information, visit glive.co.uk

DODGY / JULY 16 / THE BOILEROOM, GUILDFORD

Feel good and stay out for the summer as Dodgy comes to The Boileroom, fun Guildford, this month. Legends of the UK live scene, there are not many festivals or indeed towns that these boys haven’t played in the 34 years they’ve been together. Catch some classics and sing-a-long loud and proud.

For more information, visit theboileroom.net

SECRET GARDEN SESSIONS / JULY 17 / WEST HORSLEY PLACE

Bring a picnic and settle in for a relaxed summer evening within West Horsley Place’s beautiful walled gardens, as live music drifts through the air. Enjoy live music from the Sarah Jane Eveleigh Quartet performing expressive interpretations of American Songbook standards and beyond.

For more information, visit westhorsleyplace.org

MICHAEL SPICER: HOPE ALL’S WELL (WIP) / JULY 18 / CRANLEIGH ARTS

The online sensation who brought you the award-winning viral hit The Room Next Door – the mucho funny Michael Spicer – brings another hilarious and brilliantly entertaining satirical stage show to Cranleigh Arts this month. Packed with sketches, short films and stories about why we’re witnessing such a gigantic political and global sh!tshow, featuring characters from his BBC Radio 4 show ‘No Room’ as well as some old friends too.

For more information, visit cranleigharts.org

PLAYS IN THE PARK / JULY 18 / MEADOWBANK PARK, DORKING

Plays In The Park returns to Dorking’s beautiful Meadowbank Park this summer, where a stage will be set for outdoor entertainment under summer skies. Bring a rug or chairs, pack a picnic or visit the outdoor Bar for drinks and snacks to make the most of your alfresco theatre experience.

For more information, visit dorkinghalls.co.uk

THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA / JULY 18 / ROSE THEATRE, KINGSTON UPON THAMES

Take a step back into the 1940s with the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra for a concert of timeless classics celebrating the legendary sound of Glenn Miller. With their flawless musicianship, irresistible energy, and authentic vintage style, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is the ultimate way to hear and enjoy Miller’s incredible and timeless music.

For more information, visit rosetheatre.org

LYNCHPIN THEATRE PRESENTS: APPLES IN WINTER / JULY 18 / UNITARIAN HALL, GODALMING

Godalming’s professional theatre company LynchPin brings an award-winning play to Godalming for one night before its run at the Edinburgh Fringe. Apples In Winter sensitively gives voice to the hidden victims of crime. Miriam’s son has been on death row for 22 years. Tonight the state will execute him. As is the tradition, he is granted a last meal: he asks for his mother’s apple pie. In this compelling and compassionate play, Miriam shows us how to make the perfect pie as she unforgettably reveals her story and the jagged path to, and from, one act of violence. Expect drama.

For more information, visit lynchpintheatre.com

MIKE SANCHEZ BAND / JULY 18 / GODALMING BOROUGH HALL

Mike Sanchez is one of the most exciting and charismatic performers of Rhythm & Blues and Rock ‘n’ Roll in the world today, pumping powerful boogie-woogie from the piano. This highly energetic and charismatic performer made his mark first with the Big Town Playboys, then with Bill Wyman’s Rhythm Kings, before forming his own superb band. Get your tickets before they sell out!

For more information, visit eclecticlivemusic.com

WOOD STREET JAZZ FESTIVAL / JULY 19 / WOOD STREET VILLAGE GREEN

Guildford Jazz and Challengers are delighted to invite you to Wood Street Jazz Festival for the return of some soul-stirring jazz in 2026! Enjoy a wonderful summer’s afternoon on Wood Street Village Green, all in support of Challengers. Featuring the Liane Carroll Trio, James Davison & Callum Au Quintet, Somethin’ Else Big Band and Alice Milburn Quartet.

For more information, visit guildfordjazz.org.uk

ABIGAIL’S PARTY  / JULY 20 / RICHMOND THEATRE

Tamzin Outhwaite stars as one of the most iconic characters in British theatre – the unforgettable Beverly in Mike Leigh’s ferocious black comedy of suburban life in the 1970s.   Leigh’s razor-sharp portrait of social class, materialism and sexual tension in 1970s England is an unmissable modern classic. Get tickets quick for a raucous romp in Richmond.

For more information, visit atgtickets.com

AS IT IS / JULY 23 / CIRCUIT, KINGSTON UPON THAMES

To celebrate the release of the new album, As It Is visits Kingston to play at Circuit this month. For over a decade, fans around the world have screamed their lyrics back at AS IT IS across the UK, USA, Europe, Japan, and Australia. They’ve lit up festival stages and toured alongside scene legends like Neck Deep, Sum 41, Against The Current, Silverstein, Mayday Parade, Set It Off, and so many more – building a community that has only gotten louder, prouder, and more connected with time. Snap up some tickets and get ready to rock!

For more information, visit banquetrecords.com

MINISTRY OF SOUND CLASSICAL / JULY 24 / SANDOWN PARK, RACECOURSE, ESHER

Get ready for a night of pure energy as Ministry of Sound comes to Sandown Park Racecourse in summer 2026! And they will be joined by very special guest, Judge Jules! This isn’t your average DJ set – it’s the biggest dance anthems of all time, reimagined by a full 30-piece orchestra. Experience iconic tracks from artists like Darude, Faithless, Fatboy Slim, and Dario G in a breathtaking fusion of classical mastery, pulsating beats, and spectacular light and sound.

For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown

RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC / JULY 25 / G LIVE, GUILDFORD

The definitive celebration of one of rock’s most extraordinary groups and personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member, Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups. Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.

For more information, visit glive.co.uk

POP-UP CHOIR: AFRICA  / JULY 25 / FARNHAM MALTINGS

Find your way to Farnham Maltings this month for a special one-off choir workshop where we’ll learn and sing the iconic 80s classic – “Africa” by Toto. In this relaxed and welcoming session, you’ll be guided through the harmonies step by step, learning a specially arranged version of this powerful and nostalgic song. Whether you already sing in a choir or simply love singing with others, this workshop is designed to be enjoyable, accessible, and uplifting.

For more information, visit farnhammaltings.com

BURLESQUE THE MUSICAL  / JULY 25 – AUGUST 1 / WOKING THEATRE

After taking the West End by storm — where it became summer 2025’s biggest hit, selling out night after night — Burlesque A BIG New Musical is coming to Woking in July. From executive producer Christina Aguilera and written by Steven Antin, Burlesque invites you to a club like no other: a hidden world beneath the city lights where sequins sparkle, seduction shimmers and lives can change in the flick of a feather boa.

For more information, visit atgtickets.com

9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL  / JULY 28 – AUGUST 1 / YVONNE ARNAUD THEATRE, GUILDFORD

Get ready to clock in for a night of laughter and iconic songs! Featuring an irresistible score by country music legend Dolly Parton, this hit show follows three office workers who’ve had enough of their overbearing, chauvinistic boss. When a wild idea turns into a daring plan for revenge, chaos, comedy and sisterhood take centre stage. Inspired by the much-loved 1980s film, 9 to 5 The Musical is a joyful story about friendship, courage and standing up for what’s right, all set to toe-tapping tunes you’ll be humming long after the curtain falls.

For more information, visit yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

BILLY OCEAN / JULY 29 / SANDOWN PARK, RACECOURSE, ESHER

Get ready for an unforgettable summer night at Sandown Park Racecourse as the legendary Billy Ocean takes to the stage this July! With a career spanning over four decades and hits like “Caribbean Queen” and “When the Going Gets Tough”, Billy Ocean is set to deliver an electrifying live performance full of soul, energy, and timeless classics.

For more information, visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/sandown

 

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