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SYMPHONIC IBIZA

FLAWLESS STOMP ADELE TRIBUTE

SHOWSTOPPER THE IMPROVISED MUSICAL

MANFORD'S COMEDY CLUB

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The Festival On The Close brings world-class entertainment to the heart of Rugby for a five-day celebration of culture, creativity and community

With our bars and food stalls open throughout the evening this year, you can enjoy the full festival atmosphere as you dance and sing along to your favourite Ibiza Anthems performed by a live orchestra, DJ and vocalist with Symphonic Ibiza...or wonder at the spectacle of BGT Finalists, hip hop dance crew Flawless...or marvel at worldwide percussion sensation Stomp with student stompers...or laugh along to Manford's Comedy Club featuring The Chase star, comedian Paul Sinha...

...there's so much to enjoy at the festival and this year *NEW FOR 2024* we're adding large screens to our main outdoor arena stage, so you're guaranteed a great view from wherever you are on The Close...

...so why not bring a rug, or even a deckchair and settle down for a great evening of entertainment and fun, right here in Rugby!

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ABOUT THE FESTIVAL

Run by a professional, dedicated team and backed by prestigious and supportive patrons, the Festival on The Close is a world-class public celebration of arts, culture and creativity in the heart of Rugby.

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WHAT'S ON?

With five inspiring days of music, dance, comedy, drama and performance, there truly is something for everyone, with the festival attracting interested audiences from across the county and beyond.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

The Tandem Outdoor Arena is situated on the historic grounds of Rugby School. More venues can be found across the school's campus. Town centre car parking and public transport is just a short distance away.

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The Festival On The Close

Macready Theatre

Lawrence Sheriff Street, Rugby, CV22 5EJ

T: 01788 556203

E: info@macreadytheatre.co.uk