THE annual Reigate and Redhill Music and Drama Festival kicks off in a fortnight's time.
On May 7, the first of the competitors will perform in the borough's biggest opportunity for amateur musicians, youngsters and adults, showing off their musical talents.
From then until May 18, halls and churches will be resounding with all kinds of musical instruments, choirs, and solo singing and drama as nearly 2,000 performers take part.
It all comes to a climax with a gala concert at Redhill's Harlequin Theatre, on May 23 at 7.30pm, when the best players present a selection of the festival highlights.
Many of the competitions will take place from 4pm on weekdays and 9am on Saturdays at Redhill United Reformed Church at Shaw's Corner; Reigate Park United Reformed Church, Park Lane East; and Reigate Baptist Church, Sycamore Walk.
One programme costing £2.50 admits you to all sessions, available at the door or from Potters Music Shop in High Street, Merstham.
This year there will also be a special piano masterclass, open to the public, at Reigate Grammar School Recital Room on May 25 at 7.30pm.
For more information visit www.reigate-redhillmusicfest.org.uk
