Stroud Arts Festival is celebrating 79 years of supporting the arts in the Stroud district, with a packed schedule of events this autumn 2025.
Bringing a line-up of world-class entertainment to the town and shining a spotlight on local talent, this year's programme runs from Wednesday 22 to Sunday 26 October 2025, with events taking place across some of the town's best venues.
Kicking it all off this year is 'an electrifying concert of music' from the hit Netflix regency romance Bridgerton, performed by The Bristol Ensemble at The Sub Rooms on Wednesday 22 October 2025.
Lit atmospherically with period-inspired, flickering candles, concert goers can expect timeless classics by the likes of Mozart and Handel, along with the show's famous pop hits delivered with a 'wonderful' orchestral sound.
Next up is one for the kids on Saturday 25 October, as composer and storyteller Jack Ross takes The Sub Rooms' audience on a nautical musical adventure with The Boat and the Blue, featuring animations and live illustrations, songs and a cast of fun characters to meet along the way.
Later on Saturday there's a celebration of jazz at St Laurence Church, as the festival’s artistic director Dave Ayre brings together a hand-picked ensemble of acclaimed musicians for an evening of eclectic jazz, 'from smooth vibes to fiery improvisation'.
Then on Sunday, there's the festival's annual inclusive opera. Free to attend, this year's edition takes inspiration from Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas along with music of the baroque era, performed by 'world-class' singers and musicians in a relaxed setting at Lansdown Hall.
And closing out festivities on Sunday night at Lansdown, experience a 'surround-sound' of choral a cappella with the Acapellies Choir, exploring how different countries and cultures see themselves in relation to their natural environment with their concert, Wildsong.
Ticket prices vary per event and are available to book via the Stroud Arts Festival website.
