Jazz pianist and composer John Law's new duo with brilliant London guitarist Ant Law (no relation!). Interweaving guitar and piano lines, lush melodies and textures, and pulsing rhythms. Come and hear one of the UK's leading contemporary guitarists, a globe-trotting superstar of the UK jazz scene, Concert kindly supported by All Instruments, Westbury.
Sian & Rob Colquhoun are an acoustic duo based in the South West. They perform a lively, toetapping selection of old-time country music and bluegrass. With close harmonies accompanied on guitar, mandolin, clawhammer banjo, autoharp and harmonica, these dynamic performers are skilled interpreters of songs and tunes calling on a rich tradition encompassing their own […]
Guitarist Neil Smith leads this instrumental trio featuring truly exceptional drummer Matthew Jones & multitalented bassist Alex Heane. With influences ranging from African, motorik, funk & systems music to John Scofield & Thurston Moore, you're in for an angular, pointy, and occasionally hard 'n' heavy treat.
A site-specific script in hand performance of a selection of The Brothers Grimm Stories. Can you cheat death? Is Red Riding Hood as sweet as we think? How does a father choose a worthy heir? Adult folk tales - not the versions we tell the children!
The hugely entertaining, poetry, comedy cabaret the Hip Yak Poetry Shack is back with the much loved and lionised Frome Festival Poetry Slam. A quick-fire, incredibly cuddly, knock-out, poetry competition. Prepare for a fun, friendly and exhilarating night of poetry, hosted by the Hip Yak trio, Chris Redmond, Jonny Fluffypunk and Liv Torc.
A six piece all-original rock band with folk instruments, which apparently confuses the hell out of people trying to fit them neatly into a genre. Comparisons are sometimes made with The Waterboys, Pogues and Levellers, but there's a distinctive and authentic tone to the band that's all their own.
Join a night of paranormal discovery led by professional investigators, as featured in the 'UK Supernatural' TV series and 'Haunted Histories' podcast. Explore the mysteries of vintage costumes, once worn by souls long gone. Do their spirits linger? Uncover ghostly tales, including whispers of the elusive Silk Ladies. And who is James?
A highlight of the Festival programme, Frome residents open their doors wide and invite you to discover the Hidden Gardens of Frome.
Learn to create and care for your own sealed glass terrarium full of plants, soil, sand and pebbles in this hands-on workshop. Understand the process, history, and science behind self-contained ecosystems, including care tips. Take home your handmade terrarium and enjoy 10% off in-store purchases the same day. All materials and refreshments included.
Crazy golf comes to Victoria Park - just show up and enjoy! Head over to the Bandstand area with your family and friends to play a round. If you're feeling particularly adventurous you could even try out golf with a mannequin leg or cricket bat!
Artists, craftspeople and designer-makers will be selling their work directly to the public at the Summer Art Car Boot, organised by Black Swan Arts, Frome’s community arts centre. Meet the makers, buy affordable art without commission and support local creatives!
Have a well-deserved TEABREAK in this heart-warming new show from Trigger. Gently glide through the history and ritual of tea with a transportive audio piece and live dance performance. With freshly brewed chai and peppermint tea served from a beautifully hand painted Tuk Tuk, this gentle performance brings an uplifting moment of pause. Funded by […]
