20 - 25 JUNE

THE CLOSE, RUGBY SCHOOL

LINE-UP 2026

SARA PASCOE MANFORD'S COMEDY CLUB

MICHAEL ROSEN NICE!

JUKE IBIZA ORCHESTRA

SHE'S GOT BRASS

LONDON FESTIVAL OPERA A NIGHT AT THE OPERA

ABSOLUTE AMY AMY WINEHOUSE TRIBUTE

KINGS INTERNATIONAL BALLET TEACH REX

GENTS OF ST JOHNS ASCENSION DANCE

SUMMER SPECTACULAR CONCERT

WEST END TO BROADWAY CHAMBER CONCERT

HEADLINERS

MICHAEL ROSEN

NICE!

TEMPLE SPEECH ROOM

SATURDAY 20 JUNE, 18:00

SARA PASCOE

FOR MANFORD'S COMEDY

TANDEM ARENA STAGE

SATURDAY 20 JUNE, 20:00

A NIGHT AT THE OPERA

WITH LONDON FESTIVAL OPERA

TANDEM ARENA STAGE

TUESDAY 23 JUNE, 20:00

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SUPPORTED BY

This event stands as testament to the power of collaboration, bringing together the remarkable talent of the artists, the generous support of the local businesses, the influential workshops led by industry experts and the enthusiasm and creativity of our local schools.

We extend a special thank you to our principal partner Tandem Property Management and further thanks to our other sponsors and festival friends over the years; CEMEX, Stepnell, Endsleigh Insurance, Kukri, and Chartwells Independent.

2026 BRINGS OUR BIGGEST FESTIVAL VILLAGE EVER

Merchants Bar

Cocktails

Pimms and Aperol Spritz

Pizza

Indian Street Food

Loaded Fries

Burgers

Donuts

Waffles

Ice Cream

ABOUT US

FESTIVAL ON THE CLOSE

Founded in 2017, Festival on The Close brings world-class performances, outreach and education to the heart of Rugby.

Rugby School beats to the rhythm of music, comedy, and dance in this annual celebration of creativity and community.

Presenting a dynamic lineup of comedians, musicians and performers across the historic venue

Inspiring collaborations between professional artists and students across Warwickshire

Championing The Bradby Club's outstanding work with young people in our community

JO WHILEY

FESTIVAL ON THE CLOSE, 2025


GET YOUR TICKET

MAIN STAGE PASS

MAIN STAGE PASS

£85.00

Manford's Comedy presents Sara Pascoe

Juke IBIZA Orchestra

She's Got Brass

A Night at the Opera

Aboslute Amy

PAST EVENTS

USEFUL TO KNOW

FESTIVAL INFO

Rugby School, Lawrence Sheriff Street, Rugby, CV22 5EH

T: 01788 556203

E: info@macreadytheatre.co.uk

Our Supporters

In support of

The Bradby Club, Rugby

FESTIVAL PATRONS

Dame Judi Dench | Anthony Horowitz | John Agard | Prof Jonathan Freeman-Attwood | Mark Pougatch

“The way to get young people involved and interested in the theatre and the arts is to provide exciting works for them to see. I am proud to support The Festival on The Close in its work creating opportunities for young people from all backgrounds to engage with arts and culture. I wish the festival every success.”

DAME JUDI DENCH