The objective of the Fringe Festival is to get the whole community involved: local artists, acts and groups from a range of styles including music, opera, cabaret, comedy, dance, theatre, film and visual art. It will involve both up and coming and established performers of all ages and give all the opportunity to perform again to live audiences. They will be performing at a whole hosts of venues from established theatres through to pubs, restaurants, halls and outdoor spaces. There will also be a whole series of workshops on a variety of topics.
The idea is for everyone to benefit and for audiences to once again get to enjoy a complete range of performances under a festival vibe and rediscover local venues and performers.
For two weeks in July, a range of exciting hospitality Venues – from Pubs, Restaurants, Halls, Music venues, theatres and Public Spaces across Tunbridge Wells will host performances of all kinds from across the arts, all under the banner and promotion of Tunbridge Wells Fringe Festival.
We will help match-make talented performers with interested Venues. Each Venue will work directly with the Artist(s) to organise and run their special events.
All events will benefit from the overall promotion under the TW Fringe and ticket sales will run centrally from the TW Fringe Website.
If you have a Bar, Restaurant, Hotel, Pub, Music Venue, Hall or any public Venue and would like to be involved, boost your Venues’ profile and presence by hosting a performance or a series of performances for the TW Fringe;
All you need to do is sign up as a VENUE below and find our festival (Tunbridge Wells Fringe 2023) to make an application. Once approved, you’ll be able to link up with events within the Fringe and make your own schedule.
Watch our video before registering;
If you are an artist who would like be involved and host a performance or a series of performances for the TW Fringe;
Whatever act or performance you have, you can get involved, the more variety we have, the better!
All you need to do is sign up below as an EVENT and fill in all of the details of your act. Find our festival (Tunbridge Wells Fringe 2023) to make an application. You will receive email confirmation when you application has been approved, and will then be moved onto the next stage where we can start pairing you up with venues!
Watch our Videos before registering;
If you have a Creative Workshop that you would like to run for the TW Fringe;
All you need to do is sign up below as an EVENT and fill in all of the details of your act. Find our festival (Tunbridge Wells Fringe 2023) to make an application. You will receive email confirmation when you application has been approved, and will then be moved onto the next stage where we can start pairing you up with venues!
Watch our Video before registering;
If you would like to find out about being a volunteer for time leading up to or during the TW Fringe;
We need volunteers to help with the preparation of events, assisting Ticket Buyers, Hosting Events, Clearing Up and plenty more!
It’s fun and rewarding!
The festival is completely reliant on volunteers, and you can offer as much or as little time as you like!
Register below and we will be in touch to discuss the opportunities.
If you are a Company and would like to help by sponsoring this amazing community project and receive media and other coverage;
We would love to have you involved in our town-wide Feasting Menu this year! To find out more information, click here.
What is a ‘Fringe’ festival?
A Fringe festival is an event which showcases a range of creative arts performances, of all sizes, in an eclectic collection of venues throughout the chosen location.
How can I buy tickets?
Tickets will go on sale on the 30th April from this website!
Are there family-friendly shows?
Last year, we had a whole host of children’s workshops and events. This year, we’re hoping to have even more!
I have concerns regarding the TW Fringe, who can I contact?
If you have any concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us at team@twfringe.com. We want this to be a community event to benefit everyone, and so we’ll do whatever we can to address your concerns!
Performers & Venues
How will the events be marketed?
We will be using our own website, social media and print marketing to advertise the TW Fringe. We’ll be getting in touch with local influencers and media representatives from TV, radio and print to promote the event and have a media partnership with the Times of Tunbridge Wells.
We also expect each act and venue to market their own events as best they can. You will be able to find our media pack on Eventotron to help with the creation of your own materials. Last year showed us that those events who put the time in to promote their events were the most successful ones!
What if I don’t sell any tickets to my event, or only a few?
If you are selling tickets on the door, or have sold at least 1 ticket to your event, you are expected to show up and perform. This is in the full spirit of the Fringe and Tunbridge Wells community!
How do I connect with another venue/event?
Both performers and venues are able to contact each other through Eventotron. This way, you can match your own events and venues, as well as organising any specifics for your dates. If you have any questions regarding how Eventotron works, please contact team@twfringe.com.
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