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PAUL DUNTON ORCHESTRA & ANNA HOWIE
LIVE AT THE TRULY STUNNING ST SWITHUN'S CHURCH IN EAST GRINSTEAD
THE HEADLINE SHOW FOR ST SWITHUN'S FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 2025
Step into a night of music inside the awe-inspiring 14th-century St Swithun’s Church, nestled on East Grinstead’s historic High Street, as the centrepiece of this year’s St Swithun’s Festival of the Arts week. This special live show on Friday 27th June brings together two of the South East’s most accomplished and acclaimed acts, Anna Howie and The Paul Dunton Orchestra, for a night that promises to stir the soul and raise the roof.
Anna Howie, hailed as “one of the brightest stars on the scene,” will perform tracks from her new album Good for Roses, blending Americana, folk, and country with powerful storytelling and unforgettable charm. Sharing the stage is Paul Dunton’s cinematic and cross-genre orchestra, a 9-piece ensemble known for stunning arrangements and spellbinding energy.
Add in a full bar, handmade cocktails, and great food, and you’ve got the recipe for an unforgettable evening in a venue steeped in centuries of history. Whether you're a lover of live music, local heritage, or simply great nights out, this is a must-attend event.
More info on the acts performing on the night
THE PAUL DUNTON ORCHESTRA
🎶 Cinematic Soundscapes & Spellbinding Storytelling 🎶
Prepare for a truly breathtaking musical experience as The Paul Dunton Orchestra takes to the stage! Based in Tunbridge Wells, this genre-blending nine-piece ensemble offers a richly atmospheric fusion of cinematic pop, Americana, and classical influences that is nothing short of electrifying. Led by acclaimed singer-songwriter Paul Dunton, the orchestra delivers an unforgettable performance of original compositions and uniquely arranged classics, from the timeless sounds of Fleetwood Mac and Daisy Jones & The Six, to the haunting beauty of Massive Attack, Elbow and London Grammar.
Having shared stages with the likes of Keane, McFly, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Rick Astley, Ward Thomas, Keifer Sutherland, KT Tunstall, and toured with Joan Armatrading across the UK.
They feature an elegant line-up of cello, violin, flute, piano, guitar, percussion, and soaring vocals. The orchestra captivates with every note, and their international tours have wowed audiences from Germany to the USA, and have earned accolades from BBC Radio 2 and Joan Armatrading herself.
This is not just a gig; it’s a cinematic journey of emotion and sound. Their latest single ‘Oxygen’ is already making waves, and now’s your chance to experience them live in an unforgettable setting.
ANNa HOWIE
‘One of the Fastest rising stars on the scene’ - Maverick Magazine
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Anna Howie brings her heartfelt, genre-blending sound to the stunning 14th-century setting of St Swithun’s Church, performing as part of her highly anticipated UK tour. Returning to her hometown of East Grinstead, Anna will showcase tracks from her powerful new album Good for Roses, which explores themes of love, resilience, friendship, and finding light in the hardest of times.
Blending Americana, folk, and country with a distinctly British twist, Anna has won fans across the UK and beyond with her warm vocals, lyrical honesty, and captivating stage presence. A former session singer and live performer on Radio 2 with Brian May, she has shared the stage with some of the industry's greats and toured across Europe. Her first EP - 'An Idiots Guide to Love' was recorded in Nashville, and produced by the Grammy-winning Bob Britt and featured a group of top Nashville players. It was released in the UK and debuted at number 5 on the UK Country charts.
Her lockdown livestream, The Friday Night Club, reached over two million viewers globally and inspired her critically acclaimed debut album of the same name.
Anna’s live shows always promise foot-tappers, sing-alongs, and tearjerkers alike. With reviews calling her “the brightest jewel in Americana’s crown” (The Midlands Rocks), this promises to be a soul-stirring, heartwarming evening of truly exceptional live music.
‘Sassy and endearing, puts you in mind of the wonderful Dolly Parton’ - Music Republic Magazine’
‘Great songs and a fantastic band’ - Michael Eavis (Glastonbury Festival Creator)
‘Infectious, quirky, soulful, Anna will make you laugh, cry and everything else’ - Rocking Magpie
‘Delightfully Moving’- Fatea Magazine
’Terrific .. seek her out at the earliest opportunity’ - Red Guitar Music
‘Classy.. beautifully done’ folking.com
✨ As you can see, this is a special show, a first of its kind inside this stunning church. ✨
✨ Tickets are
limited, so don’t miss your chance to be part of something truly
special. Book now! ✨
Offers
Promotions
Tickets/Times
Ticket | Event time | Cost |
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Adult Standard Ticket
Our Adult Standard Ticket (16 & Over) |
19:15 - 22:00 | £11.00 |
Discount Adult Ticket
Our discount adult ticket (16 & over) for OAP's/Blue Light Card Holder/ Armed Forces/ NUS card holders |
19:15 - 22:00 | £9.00 |
Child Standard Ticket
Our Child standard ticket (15 & Under) |
19:15 - 22:00 | £7.00 |
Location
Address
St Swithun's Church, Church Lane, East Grinstead, RH19 3AF
Organiser
Genetic Promotions UK
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