Friday 9th May - Sunday 18th May
There is a wonderful surprise being created for you even as you read this and its name is the Dulwich Festival! Many people across Dulwich are beginning to meet in unusual settings to plan this annual cultural celebration. Each of the previous fourteen festivals have uncovered hidden gems throughout Dulwich and brought similarly exciting pieces to the area; this year is no exception. Why not sit down now, find your diary and plan to be entertained this May!
The festival opens with a weekend of art on display throughout Dulwich in the Artists Open House event. A vibrant array of over 100 artists will show their work in a range of intimate settings; a wonderful opportunity to take a glimpse at the tremendously varied work being made on your doorstep.
The opening weekend also sees the start of a series of debates which will examine our future world; our future community. Speakers will include Craig Sams, the founder of Green and Black's who will be in conversation with Felicity Lawrence, investigative food journalist for The Guardian as they examine the future of food. Later in the week the Artistic Director of the Young Vic Theatre, David Lan will be in conversation with Prof. Paul Heritage of Queen Mary College, London University as they consider the impact of theatre as a tool for social and environmental change. Come and add your voice as we discover how the future might unfold!
Music and dance will once again play a central role in the festival this year ranging from the delights of Salsa through to the more courtly Elizabethan dance music. Live contemporary music will range from the popular to an opera premiere. The choice is yours! The festival will also present what promises to be a truly magnificent evening with the acclaimed Dante Quartet as they perform the Schubert Mass with the choir of St Barnabas church; not to be missed!
There will also be an array of children's events to suit all ages, from the delightful children's concert to a range of literary events including a wonderful poetry event at Dulwich Library with nationally acclaimed local poet, Chrissie Gittins.
With such a feast of cultural delights on offer it is essential to book your tickets early. Each event has a limited capacity and tickets are not always available on the door. This year you can even purchase your tickets online at www.dulwichfestival.co.uk Why not try it out?
The festival will once again celebrate in style with the Festival Fair on Goose Green on Sunday 11th May and a fair to end the festival in Dulwich Park on Sunday 18th May. Come and join in!
