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SUMMARY:FROME FESTIVAL 25TH ANNIVERSARY GALA LAUNCH x KING OF FOOLS
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Frome Festival’s 25th anniversary with a gala launch of this year’s programme\, featuring Kairos Theatre’s acclaimed musical “King of Fools” written by former Frome Festival director Martin Dimery. Set in the court of Henry VII and Anne Boleyn\, Henry’s famous jester\, Will Sommers\, finds himself the butt of the King’s frustration as the royal divorce goes through interminable delays. Join for a celebratory reception from 7pm with fizz and refreshments. \n“King of Fools” is written by former Frome Festival Director\, Martin Dimery\, in musical collaboration with Helen Turner\, renowned keyboard player with Paul Weller’s Style Council\, and subsequent work. \nSet in the court of Henry the Eighth and Anne Boleyn\, Henry’s famous jester\, Will Sommers\, finds himself the butt of the King’s frustration as the royal divorce goes through interminable delays. Will discovers a young barmaid called Jane\, in a Cheapside tavern\, entertaining the regulars. Will thinks Jane could be the ideal companion and female jester for Anne. He presents her at court as “Jane Fool” and she becomes an instant success. He has also secretly fallen in love with her. As Henry’s disillusionment with Anne grows\, so Jane is drawn into Cromwell’s evil plot to be rid of Henry’s young queen. Anne\, though\, sees Jane as the perfect scapegoat\, setting up a gripping finale from the scaffold. \nThe musical score draws a range of styles from rock to vaudeville and Music Hall. Kairos Theatre Company incorporates experienced performers from around the region and specialises in presenting new or rarely seen plays. \n“Funny\, clever and brilliantly performed.” “Splendid book\, music\, singing\, dancing and acting.” \n*Note: This will take place in the main Merlin Theatre auditorium
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/frome-festival-25th-anniversary-gala-launch-x-king-of-fools/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Theatre
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SUMMARY:NIGEL PLANER: YOUNG ONCE - A LIFE LESS HEAVY
DESCRIPTION:The Fez Comedy Club in association with Edge Street Live presents Nigel Planer in Young Once – A Life Less Heavy. \nNigel Planer\, beloved as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones and a founding figure of the 80’s alternative comedy scene\, brings his memoir Young Once to life in a warm\, sharply funny live show of storytelling. \nFrom the wild early days at The Comedy Store to the chaotic brilliance of The Comic Strip Presents\, Filthy Rich & Catflap\, and beyond – to West End musicals and hit pop records – Nigel will share a trove of outrageous tales of the backstage chaos that shaped a generation of comedy: from 20-foot-éclair-related injuries to gatecrashing raves with Robin Williams\, Top of the Pops and Band Aid\, to auditioning for a stony-faced Robert De Niro. \nAlongside the laughs\, he will reflect on the bittersweet moments behind the scenes – the friendships\, fame and rivalries\, and the winding path of a creative life. \nWoven throughout the show is a moving\, often mischievous account of the long\, on-off-on-again love story between Nigel and his wife Roberta\, and a life lived somewhere between the footlights and the fallout. \nFull of dry wit\, theatrical flair\, and a knack for finding humour in both disaster and triumph\, don’t miss the once-young Nigel as he offers a wildly entertaining and gloriously sideways glimpse into his quietly remarkable career\, in a show that is part performance\, part confession\, and all heart. \nBooks will be available for sale and for signing after the show. \nSuitable for ages 14+ \nDoors 7pm \nhttps://yourboxoffice.co.uk/the-fez-comedy-club/1309-nigel-planer-in-young-once-a-life-less-heavy?
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/nigel-planer-young-once-a-life-less-heavy/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Spoken Word & Literature,Theatre
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SUMMARY:FROME CHARITY FASHION SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Help celebrate 50 years of Dorothy House Hospice Care with a Carnival of Fashion. Local models of all adult ages\, sizes and shapes showcase affordable\, reusable clothing at low costs. Browse and buy items at stalls in the foyer before and after the show\, with catwalk outfits available to purchase on stage afterwards. All proceeds go to charity.
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/frome-charity-fashion-show/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Eco,Visual Arts & Crafts
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SUMMARY:FLAMENCO DANCE WORKSHOP WITH MARIA VEGA
DESCRIPTION:Maria Vega is an internationally recognised flamenco artist who blends traditional artistry with contemporary expression. She offers an introduction to flamenco\, exploring rhythm and movement in an accessible and engaging way. No experience required. \n 
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/flamenco-dance-workshop-with-maria-vega/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Activities,Dance
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SUMMARY:XUEFEI YANG & MARIA VEGA - SPANISH GUITAR & FLAMENCO DANCE
DESCRIPTION:Acclaimed as one of the world’s finest classical guitarists and named on Classic FM’s “100 Top Classical Musicians of Our Time”\, Xuefei Yang joins Madrid-born flamenco dancer Maria Vega to present a sparkling evening of authentic Spanish music and dance. Performing works from across Spain\, the combination of Yang’s award-winning musicianship and Vega’s impressive choreography is a spectacle that transports you to Iberia.
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/xuefei-yang-maria-vega/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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SUMMARY:NICHOLAS SHAKESPEARE - SPIES AND LIES
DESCRIPTION:Nicholas is a prize-winning novelist and biographer. In discussion with Kylie Fitzpatrick\, he will explore the intimate connection between writers and spies\, and the authors and places which have inspired him. In his latest novel\, ‘Frame 37’\, Dyer – an ex-journalist – tries to stop a dubious candidate from becoming US President.
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/nicholas-shakespeare-spies-and-lies/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word & Literature
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SUMMARY:ANDREW MILLER & EMMA CRAIGIE - THE LAND IN WINTER
DESCRIPTION:Andrew Miller talks to Emma Craigie about ‘The Land in Winter’\, his Booker-shortlisted\, ‘word-of-mouth favourite’ novel\, set in Somerset during the Great Freeze of 1962-3. As the relentless snow creates a new world\, two neighbouring couples start to question what it is they want from life.
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/andrew-miller-emma-craigie-the-land-in-winter/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word & Literature
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SUMMARY:CARA DILLON - A FROME FESTIVAL SPECIAL
DESCRIPTION:Join Cara Dillon and Sam Lakeman as they perform songs from across her celebrated catalogue and celebrate the town they call home in this special Frome Festival programme. Cara’s stunning\, emotive voice has bridged tradition and innovation\, earning countless prestigious awards and accolades over a 30-year career. She remains a towering figure in Irish music.
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/cara-dillon-a-frome-festival-special/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:SHORT STORY COMPETITIONS – PRIZE-GIVING EVENT
DESCRIPTION:Join Frome Writers Collective for a wonderful celebration of local\, regional and international writing talent. The winners of the Young Writer Competition and the Frome Writers in Residence contest will be announced\, and acclaimed author Claire Fuller will reveal the winners of the Frome Short Story Competition and award the prizes.
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/short-story-competitions-prize-giving-event/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Spoken Word & Literature
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SUMMARY:PHIL ELLIS - BATH MAT
DESCRIPTION:Multi-award winning ‘comic genius’ (The Scotsman) and the new star of Taskmaster (Ch4)\, Phil Ellis is going on his first full national stand-up tour. Following his three big award wins at the 2025 Edinburgh Festival Fringe\, Phil presents his brand-new show ‘Bath Mat’\, jam packed with laugh-out-loud profound silliness\, superbly crafted gags and constant surprises. \n★★★★★ The Mirror \n‘Every moment he is on stage something funny\, and then funnier\, is happening.’\n★★★★★ TheScotsman \n‘The density of gags is impressive…Ellis in his prime’\n★★★★½ Chortle
URL:https://fromefestival.co.uk/event/phil-ellis-bath-mat/
LOCATION:Merlin Theatre & Ecos Outdoor Stage\, Bath Road\, Frome\, Somerset\, BA11 2HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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