FREE FRINGE @ The George & Dragon Garden Stage Sunday 24th May
FREE FRINGE @ The George & Dragon Garden Stage Sunday 24th May
12:30pm – The Sepia Tone Folk Collective is a duo consisting of Lucy Amos and Richie Knight. “(They are) known for their heartfelt storytelling and rich blend of traditional and modern folk influences” (Runneymede Folk Club). Richie plays guitar, banjo, mandolin, piano and harmonica, providing backing harmomies to Lucy, who takes lead vocals and plays a variety of percussion instruments.
2pm – Luminotes are a talented eight-piece female vocal harmony group performing pop, musical theatre and film songs, both a cappella and accompanied. Performing for Roald Dahl’s marvellous children’s charity!
3:30pm – The Chiltones are an instrumental jazz quartet (sax, keys, bass & drums) from the Chiltern Hills, playing tunes from the Great American Songbook as well as their jazzy take on modern numbers with emphasis on melody, groove and a hint of electro for extra flavour.
5pm – Thrown Like Owls bring a powerful blend of gritty grunge, heavy alternative rock and dark melodic energy to the stage. With driving riffs, big choruses and emotionally charged vocals, their live set is intense, dynamic and full of atmosphere. Whether you’re a rock fan or just looking to discover something bold and exciting, expect a raw, immersive performance that grabs your attention and doesn’t let go.
6:30pm – RiotWeekend is a four-piece female-fronted Alt-Rock / Pop Punk band from Guildford, UK, influenced by bands like Green Day, Simple Plan, Paramore, and A Day To Remember, blending pop-punk with heavy riffs and soaring vocals.
9pm – 2 Tone – motown/soul/ska/pop/swing & reggae covers band
Restrictions: All ages allowed until 9pm (18+ after)
Doors: Please arrive with plenty of time to spare prior to the performance. This is a Free Fringe event and so the venue will be open to the general public. There is no ticket reservation for this event and entry will be on a first come first served basis. Once capacity is reached, the venue entry will be one out / one in.
If you enjoy the performance, please support the artist by donating some cash to the collection towards the end and after their set. There may also be an electronic card reader used for donations if you don’t carry cash.
FREE
Event Information
The Sepia Tone Folk Collective - is a duo known for their heartfelt storytelling and rich blend of traditional and modern folk influences. They have played for The Narrowboat Sessions with over 500k views on their facebook page and have been featured in Simply Folk Magazine. They have supported Martha Tilston, The Shackleton Trio, and Malcolm McWatt. "Their enjoyment of the music and sharing it with the listener is obvious and engages the audience from the very first notes" (Watford Folk Club). A plethora of their original music is available on their social media and all major platforms.
Luminotes is a close harmony group formed in 2018, comprising 8 female singers from the local area. We enjoy the unique bond of being a small, close-knit ensemble, and we share a passion for music and performance. Luminotes performs at charity and community events across Buckinghamshire, showcasing both a cappella and accompanied pieces. Our diverse repertoire spans genres and includes pop, musical theatre and film. Whether performing modern hits or classics, we love to create engaging and heartfelt musical experiences for our wonderful audiences, and we are delighted to be performing at the Fringe for the first time!
The Chiltones are an instrumental jazz quartet (sax, keys, bass & drums) from the Chiltern Hills, playing tunes from the Great American Songbook as well as their jazzy take on modern numbers with emphasis on melody, groove and a hint of electro for extra flavour.
Thrown Like Owls are a gritty three-piece grunge band from the end if the Met Line, London, England, delivering raw, powerful rock with attitude and depth. With driving riffs, visceral energy and haunting melodies, the band—fronted by LJ (vocals & guitar), alongside Aaron (bass) and Sam (drums)—has been carving out their sound on the UK live scene, sharing standout sets and building a dedicated following. Their debut single Strychnine showcases their dark, dynamic style, blending sludge and grunge influences into a compelling sonic punch. Catch them live for an intense and unforgettable performance.
RiotWeekend “Loud, fearless and full of heart - Just the way punk should be!” - Eric Alper.
RiotWeekend bring a high energy, feel good factor. Not just with their music but also their live performances. Having released their debut self titled EP nearly 3 years ago, RiotWeekend are back better than ever with new music and a plan to take over the world!
2 Tone - It's a party night with well known covers of motown/soul/ska/pop/swing & reggae classics.