Peter Smith

Singer-Songwriter and long-time Woking resident, Peter has frequented open mic nights in the Woking and Guildford area for many years performing with his own catchy heartfelt and melancholic songs. He is looking forward to playing at his first Surrey Showcase and seeing everything it has to offer.

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Malcolm Packer

Malcolm Packer is a singer-songwriter from Guildford and Surrey Showcase this is only his second outing as a solo artist. For over six years he is the frontman in a popular local covers band, The Serial Thrillers and now one half of the duo Two Trees Down. Malcolm will be performing a selection of his own original songs and some familiar covers. You can listen to his original music on Soundcloud

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Adam Warner

Adam Warner is a singer-songwriter from Farnham, Surrey. He has been playing the guitar since his early 20s and will be performing an acoustic set today. Adam’s passion is singing, but his other love is his Personal Training business, where he helps people to achieve their fitness goals. Adam’s musical influences are eclectic – he loves classic rock and metal, particularly the work of Metallica, Black Sabbath, The Doors, Motley Crüe, Guns N’ Roses and Tenacious D, but more recently enjoys listening to Shawn James, Matt Andersen and Oasis. Adam’s original songs are from the heart and you can hear that in his lyrics. Adam began taking singing lessons earlier this year with A Touch of Musicality and has really enjoyed learning new skills and discovering different vocal techniques. His vocal lessons have also inspired him to take up piano lessons, which Adam will be starting in September. Adam will be performing two original songs today, as well as a cover of Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds recent hit, ‘Dead in the Water’. Adam will also be performing ‘All of Me’ by John Legend with his singing teacher, Phoebe.

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We Two Dear Men

Set in Pompeii the day before the eruption of Vesuvius, Roland Eve makes a directorial debut this year at Surrey Showcase.

A piece of graffiti has been found in Pompeii which reads “Hic fiumus cari duo nos sine fine sodales nomina si quaeris Caius et Aulus erant” – “We two dear men, friends forever, were here. If you want to know our names, they are Gaius and Aulus.”

This play is a conversation between these two men on the evening before the eruption of Vesuvius which buried the city under 82 feet of ash leaving it hidden and abandoned for hundreds of years. Gaius is planning to seek his fortune in Rome, and Aulus is concerned about signs of impending danger.

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Oscar Leonard

Oscar Leonard is a close-up magician from Leatherhead in Surrey. He has been performing magic since the age of nine when he discovered is Grandad’s box of tricks. From then on, Oscar has won multiple competitions held at the prestige Magic Circle in London and performs at every opportunity he gets. At the Surrey Showcase, he will present some of his favourite close-up and parlour routines.

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Emily Baum

Emily Baum is a Comic, Writer and overall silly person. Whether she is performing stand up in your town, hosting a new comedy night, or sharing some new sketch ideas.

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Alex Lawrence

Alex is a self-taught musician who has been playing lead guitar in cover bands for over 16 years - various genres including soul, disco and rock. He has played at many weddings, parties and festivals (RIP Guilfest!) as well as corporate functions. While he doesn’t sing in his covers bands much he’ll be doing his own take on some acoustic covers as well as possibly one of his own songs.

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IF?

Izzy and Feli (IF?) are two 14-year-old singer-songwriters who met at the start of secondary school. They quickly discovered they had a shared love of music and performing. A temporary hold was put on their musical ambitions when Feli had to move back to Germany, at the end of Year 7. When she returned the following year, the girls became best friends and, as soon as they turned 14, applied to their local council for busking licences.
They can be seen most Saturdays in Horsham town centre performing a range of chart-toppers, which they put their own distinctive acoustic and harmony spin on. Between them, they play various instruments, guitar, ukulele, piano (all self-taught), and they are both powerful and engaging singers.
Izzy has had vocal training for the past four years and is currently studying for her grade six exam. She has a naturally powerful and rich voice. Feli, is the more accomplished guitarist of the duo, providing the tune (and the beat), and her voice is just as striking in its purity and clarity, with a strength that completely stands up its own.

Together they create acoustic arrangements that deliver strong melodies and beautifully crafted
harmonies. Who knows what the future holds for IF?
Instagram/Facebook/Twitter: @ifquestionmark

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Rory Gilbert & Sue Bigmore

Rory attended The Drama Centre London in Chalk Farm in 1967 but did not go into acting - “a Principal said I would be better off writing music!” He has recently come back to songwriting and is currently recording his eighth album! www.rorygilbert.co.uk

For Surrey Showcase, Rory brings with him Sue Bigmore who sings and plays the keyboard. Their set will range from folk to jazz, blues to pop.

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Emyr Thomas

Emyr Thomas is an Epsom based singer-songwriter and acoustic guitarist. His passionate style is heavily influenced by two worlds: his father’s deep ties to Welsh rugby anthems, hymns and popular music and his mother’s English eclectic mix of
classical, 80’s Pop and rock anthems. His deft arrangements and songwriting abilities have landed him regular gigs and a recording contract with Crayfish Records.

His personal style is influenced by Fleetwood Mac, Neil Diamond and Twenty-One Pilots. He released his 1st single ‘Conjure
a Flame’ in December 2018 and is currently working on his EP Play Pretend.
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Adam Coburn

Adam is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist originally hailing from Oxfordshire, but now living in Guildford.

Influences range from folk, Rhythm and Blues, Rock, Hip hop, abstract experimental electronica and classical roots. (You’ll also spot him in Guildford Jazz Choir on the Main Stage!)

Finding bands has always a struggle and so he decided to go it alone and experiment with looping. This lead to the current project: covering and re-imagining tracks that make his head swim, with a little bit of Ukulele thrown in to break things up.

You’ll find a mix of styles in Adam’s set, as he aims to provide something for everyone.

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Tilly Winford

Tilly Winford has appeared in several Nomes Youth Theatre and Nomads shows, and recently appeared in BBC 2’s drama ‘Don’t Forget the Driver’.

Tilly has Cerebral Palsy (CP) but she’s not letting that hold her back! She continues to show the world that disability is no
longer a justifiable barrier to inclusive casting in theatre and television.

“I have a huge passion for performing and feel that there’s not many actors out there with disabilities and I would like to be part of changing this fact. I am determined to continue to show the world that a disability doesn’t change a person inside, and that that person is just as capable of thinking/doing the same things as anyone else. I want to inspire and encourage others with disabilities to get out there and live their lives!”

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Bendy Bella and her Dad

A variety act by the amazing bending Bella, featuring her dad, Matt. Bella has skills in ballet, gymnastics, contortion and they both show amazing acts of strength!

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A Touch Of Musicality music school

In September 2017, Phoebe Gaydon set up A Touch Of Musicality, expanding on her own music and choir tuition, to offer opportunities to people of any age or ability to learn more instruments & team up with the wonderful teachers. Situated in Godalming, they have a beautiful music studio with three teaching rooms, a beautifully light airy waiting area & performance space. ATOM offers lessons which include Singing, Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Ukulele, Music Theory, Songwriting & Composition.

At Surrey Showcase, ATOM will present numerous talented musicians during a 30-minute slot.

  • Adam Warner
  • Emma-Sue Prince
    • “I have been singing in gospel choirs for a long time and love it. I am now experimenting with singing jazz. This is my very first jazz solo.”
  • Jo Fox
    • Jo has always enjoyed singing in choirs and, after being brave enough to sing a short solo in Summer 2018, decided it was finally time to learn how to sing properly. She has been working with Phoebe on a wide range of songs for solo performance and enjoys singing with the Guildford Jazz Choir.
  • Jai Tye
  • Liz Walker
    • Liz joined Godalming and Guildford Jazz Choirs in 2015 and started singing lessons with Phoebe later that year. “My singing has improved so much in four years, so it’s great to be with Phoebe and A Touch of Musicality at the Surrey Showcase.”
  • Chelley Wildman
    • Chelley is a singer and musician who blends soulful contemporary blues, jazz and rock to create a laidback, uplifting performance. Based in Godalming, her influences range from Led Zeppelin to Ella Fitzgerald. She performs solo, and with several local quartets and choirs in Surrey and Hampshire, including Guildford and Godalming Jazz Choirs.
  • Steven Issac
    • A retired Barbershop singer of the last Millenia who has led a family life (3 teenage boys and lovely wife Rebecca) and over the last 9 months been re-taught by Phoebe to be more versatile in a choir and independently more confident in Jazz and popular genre. He has been farming in the Horsley’s all my life, this will be the first time singing solo in the village he grew up in.
  • Rhian Alexandra

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Guildford Jazz Choir

Phoebe Gaydon leads three choirs - Godalming Jazz Choir, Guildford Jazz Choir and most recently, Godalming Contemporary Youth Jazz Choir. Each are a small independent groups meeting once a week, sometimes accompanied by Alex Howe, resident pianist.

Jazz, pop, rock, musical theatre… “you name it we’ve got it” & all the arrangements are originally constructed by Phoebe & Alex. The choirs are often to be found at community events in the area including Guildford Fringe Festival and for cocktail hour at Komo, Guildford.

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Guildford Jazz Choir

Action Theatre Club

A stage school offering singing, dancing and acting classes in Surrey for children, Action Theatre Club wants to give children their moment in the spotlight - which fits perfectly with our aims for Surrey Showcase!

The Action Theatre Club was established over 8 years ago when Principle, Lizzie Crawford, found that there was a need for a new style of Stage School - one which offered the highest standard of dance, drama and singing lessons yet at affordable prices and with flexibility on the disciplines taken. Since then the Club has grown and now offers over 30 classes a week to around 200 students.

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Dragonfly Sky

Dragonfly Sky are a harmony-driven acoustic duo from Surrey, UK. Amy and Chris are writers and performers of well crafted, atmospheric songs. With mellifluous harmonies and perfect arrangements, you’ll be caught up in the story and drifting through a heady mix of light and dark shades.
They released their debut EP “Neon” in September 2018 to critical acclaim.
“Neon is certainly one of the strongest EPs of the year so far” FATEA Magazine
“Dragonfly Sky are an exceptional band, with lush harmonies and an incredibly alluring stage presence. Well crafted songs with passionate vocals and skilled musicianship|” - Andy Brook - The Brook Studios
“Refreshingly original, infectious melodies and delicious harmonies” Jim Cozens - Singer-Songwriter
“I’ve seen Dragonfly Sky perform several times now and I love them more each time. Every performance is slick, consistent and entertaining. Amy’s voice draws you in, and the harmonies they intertwine are spot on. For me, music is a journey; I want to be taken somewhere. Dragonfly Sky use clever dynamics to create a unique sound that feels like your favourite slippers! I’d highly recommend them”.
Michelle Luscombe (Music Promoter)
With an eclectic mix of songs; their performances create atmospheres of both joy and intensity and you are guaranteed to be gripped from beginning to end. Don’t miss an opportunity to discover this outstanding band.

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Sarah Gage

We’re excited to welcome Sarah back for a second year! Sarah is multi-talented, having appeared in The Nomads previous productions of Shakespeare and pantomime among others - we’ve seen her act, sing and dance, now we’ll see her acrobatic skill suspended in the air… not to be missed!!

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Sarah Gage