What's On Watford

Send us Fan Mail Theatre can be diverse, immersive and thought provoking, but fundamentally it is all about story telling. Our featured interview is with Andrea Lungay, founder of Hidden Views and assistant programming producer for Watford Palace Theatre. There is also a full round up covering some of the highlights of the July Watford Fringe Festival. What's On Watford is your guide to the a...

Send us Fan Mail Watford Fringe Festival is back for the 10th time from 1st-31st July with more than 100 performances at 23 venues.  In this special episode, as well snippets from 11 Fringe shows, there is an insightful round table in depth interview with Aaron Simmonds, Jonha Ash and Julia Bolden, who in addition to talking about their shows, cover how to market show, their experiences of Fringe...

Send us Fan Mail There is a growing art scene in Watford with new options to create, view and purchase art. Our featured interview is with Steve Bockling, founder of the new Art in Herts gallery venue, and two local artists. There is also a full round up covering some of the many events coming up in May in Watford. What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Wa...

Send us Fan Mail Watford is hotspot for a wide range of Jazz music and attracts performers from around the world. Our featured interview is with Ilario Ferrari, an international Jazz composer, recording artist and multi instrumentalist.   This episode includes and exclusive rendition of Ilario's song Above the Clouds recorded just for What's on Watford. There is also a full round up cove...

Send us Fan Mail The National Lottery has a major source of funding for Culture in the UK for many years, but did you know it has been headquartered in Watford since the beginning.  This episode features an informative interview with Sam Sheriff, Chief People & Places Officer at Allwyn, the current National Lottery operator, and explores behind the scenes of this dream making organisation. The...

Send us Fan Mail In collaboration with Vibe 106 this episode features a fun discussion hosted by Tina Fuller with professional performers Tiger Jazz and Big Mama Funk that includes how to look after your voice, how to get gigs, cheese and much more. There is even a bonus Christmas song from the duo. There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming up in Watford this Christmas and i...

Send us Fan Mail Classical music can sometimes seem elitist, but through film and game music, orchestras and chamber ensembles are reaching an increasingly wide audience. Our featured interview is with Daisy Stephens from Audentior Symphony Orchestra and BBC journalist.  Daisy shares how Audentior are making an impact in Watford and how playing together brings many benefits. There is also a bumper...

Send us Fan Mail Voices are a big part of the sound of Watford through radio, voice overs and of course podcasts. Our featured interview is with Vibe Radio presenter, voice over artist and event host Tina Fuller. There is also a bumper round up covering some of the many events coming up including Black History Month and much more. What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture...

Send us Fan Mail Watford is awash with talent and many find their way onto our TVs. Our featured interview is with Big Mama Funk a renowned local singer who shares some behind the scenes BGT and Bradley Walsh stories. There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming up through the summer including more Watford Fringe Festival, events in Cassiobury Park and more. What's On Watf...

Send us Fan Mail Watford Fringe Festival is back from 1st-31st July with more than 120 performances at 20+ venues.  In this special episode, as well snippets from 11 Fringe shows, there is an insightful round table in depth interview with Stephen Smith, Rohan Ashar and Elise Fabrise, who in addition to talking about their shows, cover how to market show, their experiences of Fringe festivals and m...

Send us Fan Mail New works of art are constantly being created in Watford covering everything from new music and visual art through to thought provoking theatre. Our featured interview is with Tayla Kenyon an award winning actor, writer and singer, who talks about her career and creating new works. There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon including Jazz Junction Festiv...

Send us Fan Mail Watford is hotspot for a wide range of Jazz music and attracts performers from around the world. Our featured interview is with Ruth Fisher, one of the leading Jazz radio presenters in the UK and head of programming for Watford Jazz Junction Festival. There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon. What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and...

Send us Fan Mail Watford has a long history of great small music venues and a breeding ground for acts that go on to international recognition.  Johnny's Bar and Café is a new independent music venue based at 96 Queen's Road,  helping to revive and continue this reputation.  This episode includes an interview with Johnny's Bar Events Manager, Beth Krauss. There is also a round up co...

Send us Fan Mail A start for a promising cultural year for Watford. This episode features an interview with Vibe107.6 Radio's Rachel Wilkes. There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon. What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.

Send us Fan Mail This episode looks at some of the cultural treats coming up in the Christmas period including the Panto Aladdin at the Watford Palace Theatre, a new musical and much more.  This episode features an interview with West End theatre producer Chris Wheeler. There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon. What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art an...

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This episode looks at the thriving local amateur dramatic scene in Watford.  A special live group interview with Judi Campion (Belmont Players), Alex Kenny (Cassio Productions) and Wendy Moir (Pump House Theatre Company and alumni of Pump House CYT). There is also a round up covering some of...

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This special episode kindly sponsored by Berkeley Homes is all about art in outdoor public spaces.  It includes interviews with Mikaela Griffith - development manager with Berkeley Group, Fran Kershaw - local artist and Ian Port - Proud Watford. There is also a round up covering some of the m...

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This special episode is all about the Watford Fringe Festival which this year is 1 July to 4  August.  A series of short interviews and ads show casing just a few of the over 60 shows at 14 venues in Watford bringing music, theatre, comedy, dance, children shows and much more. Brought to you...

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This episode includes an interview with Dr Ray Coffer - Bushey Performing Arts Festival.  There is a round up with Andrew Waite covering some of the many events and festivals coming soon. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This episode focuses on two upcoming major festivals in Watford and includes an interview with Chris Newstead - Watford Jazz Junction Festival, and a round up about the July Watford Fringe Festival with Sharon Gaffney.   Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partn...

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This sixth episode includes an interview with Helen Nicell - Watford Writers and Watford Area Arts Forum, Andrea Richardson from Belmont Theatre and much more.  Also as always an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural...

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This fifth episode includes an interview with Ian Port on Proud Watford, local musician David Silver and much more.  Also as always an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This fourth episode includes an interview with Watford Elected Mayor - Peter Taylor covering the development of Culture in Watford, the latest on the Colloseum. diversity in Watford and much more.  There is also as always an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events. Brought to you by the...

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This third episode includes an interview with the new Artistic Directors and CEO of the Watford Palace Theatre - Steve Marmion, as well as an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.

Send us Fan Mail What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. This second episode continues with a focuse on the upcoming Watford Fringe Festival (22 Sep-8 Oct) as there are so many great events to highlight Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.