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🎶 RUSHFEST 2026 🎶
One day music festival founded and curated by West End Actors @rachael_wooding & @georgemaguireactor
16th August | 12pm - 11pm

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🎶 WE’RE BACK! 🎶

We’re so proud to be bringing Rushfest back for a fourth year.

What started as an idea to bring our community together through live music has grown into a day we look forward to every summer. Thanks to your amazing support over the years, Rushfest has become a celebration of local talent, great music, good food, and good company.

This year, we’re returning to the field on Sunday 16th August for another unforgettable day.

Over the coming weeks, we’ll be introducing the incredible artists joining us for Rushfest 2026, so keep an eye on our page.

We can’t wait to see you there!
George & Rachael x

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

#Rushfest #LiveMusic #MusicFestival #HertfordshireEvents #SupportLocal taken in Rushden by @rush_fest

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BACK TO THE MAC

‘A stunning new celebration of the music of Fleetwood Mac, this exciting tribute band is fronted by acclaimed West End stars Rachael Wooding and Olivier Award winner George Maguire.
Bringing powerhouse vocals, unmistakable chemistry and a deep love for one of rock’s most iconic bands, they deliver the timeless hits and magic of Fleetwood Mac live on stage.
They are thrilled to be making their debut appearance at Rushfest ‘26.’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

#Rushfest #LiveMusic #MusicFestival #HertfordshireEvents #SupportLocal by @rush_fest

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JOANNA WOODWARD

‘Joanna trained at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. She is currently playing the role of Ulla in the smash hit production of The Producers (Garrick Theatre & Menier Chocolate Factory).
As an acclaimed cabaret compere, comedian and singer, credits include Le Grand Cabaret (Crazy Coqs), The Black Cat Cabaret (Underbelly Boulevard Soho), and support act for Julian Clary in Cabaret Allstars (Proud Cabaret).’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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REBECCA LISEWSKI

‘Rebecca is a seasoned cabaret performer and musical theatre artist, known for her belting voice, cheeky charm, and captivating stage presence. From heartfelt ballads to high energy hits, she brings the party and the emotion.’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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BLUE EYED CROW

Blue Eyed Crow is an acoustic duo featuring Kevin Wathen and Frances McNamee, performing country, Americana, folk and roots-inspired covers with warmth, grit and close harmony.
Built around soulful vocals, acoustic guitars and stripped-back arrangements, the duo bring a raw, heartfelt feel to songs old and new.

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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⭐ STANDING AT THE SKY’S EDGE – CAST REUNION CONCERT ANNOUNCED ⭐

Original STANDING AT THE SKY’S EDGE cast members will reunite for an exclusive concert performance at Rushfest 2026, it has been announced.

Actors and Rushfest founders Rachael Wooding and George Maguire are delighted to announce a truly special event for this year’s festival: the reunion of the original Crucible Theatre, National Theatre and West End casts of the Olivier Award-winning musical STANDING AT THE SKY’S EDGE.

For the first time ever, this extraordinary collection of acclaimed performers will come together on one stage to celebrate the music of legendary Sheffield singer-songwriter Richard Hawley, performing songs from the award-winning production in a unique concert event created exclusively for Rushfest.

Featuring an exceptional line-up of West End stars including Joel Harper-Jackson, Maimuna Memon, Lauryn Redding, Laura Pitt-Pulford, Robert Lonsdale, Alex Young, Baker Mukasa, Rachael Wooding and more, this promises to be a once-in-a-lifetime theatre experience for fans of the show and lovers of outstanding live music alike.

Taking place on Sunday 16th August 2026, Rushfest is a one-day music extravaganza showcasing an eclectic range of artists and genres. Audiences can enjoy everything from Blues Rock and Fleetwood Mac classics to Jazz and much more throughout the day.

Also appearing at the festival are celebrated musical theatre performers Joanna Woodward (The Producers) and Charlotte Riby (Jesus Christ Superstar, Waitress), adding further star power to an already outstanding programme.

Founded by performers Rachael Wooding and George Maguire, Rushfest has quickly established itself as a unique celebration of live music, bringing together exceptional artists across multiple genres in a vibrant festival atmosphere.

For more information and tickets, visit rushfest.co.uk

AMAZING! ! !

Thoughts? X x x

https://theatrefan.co.uk/standing-at-the-skys-edge-cast-reunion-concert-announced/ by @rush_fest

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DAGLEISH DOES DYLAN

‘By prioritising the vibe and “verve” of the songs over a carbon copy performance, Steve Dagleish’s current project captures that specific, defiant spirit Dylan had when he first plugged in his acoustic guitar.’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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CHARLOTTE RIBY

‘Get ready for an unforgettable performance from Charlotte Riby, West End star (Waitress, Hairspray, Billy Elliott, WONKA The Movie) and internationally acclaimed vocalist. With an astonishing vocal range, powerhouse vocals, and incredible stage presence, Charlotte lights up every stage she steps onto.
Bringing you a high-energy set packed with soul, disco, and pop bangers, she delivers show-stopping performances that will have you singing along and dancing from start to finish.’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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BANGKITAN

‘When its members first came together in a sweaty practice room on a hot summer’s afternoon in 2022, they had no idea that they would emerge two hours later as Cambridge’s Best Boy Band. Perhaps more impressive than simply earning that title is the fact that BANGKITAN has sustained it in the years since the band’s inception.
Their shows have been described as a kinetic powerhouse, a shot of adrenaline that refuses to decay until the final chord has been thrust upon their audience.’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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KELVIN DAVIES & CHLOE TURNER

‘Kelvin Davies & Chloe Turner are rooted in beautifully harmonised voices and intricate guitar work. Tapping deep into the history of acoustic roots music and delivering sounds from a past time, expect to hear stunning versions of songs by folk/country legends such as The Carter Family, The Delmore Brothers and more, as well as wonderful self-penned material. Their EP, ‘Some Songs That We Like’ is certainly one to be on the look out for!’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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THE LONESOME FRETS

‘The Lonesome Frets is a London-based Indie Pop-Rock band formed by West End performers George Maguire and Rachael Wooding. The duo met while working on the London stage and began writing and performing together in 2016. Their sound is known for combining close-knit harmonies and catchy, lyric-driven melodies.’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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VINCENT FLATTS FINAL DRIVE

‘Straight shootin’, rootin’ tootin’, rock ‘n’ roll. That’s Vincent Flatts Final Drive summed up.
So, if you like your blues done a little country, and your country done a little bluesy, and all of it done with attitude, good time vibes and all the energy, come get the Flatts.
And watch out, the band only does it wholesale. All or nothing. Miss it and mourn.’

🎟️ Tickets available now at Rushfest.co.uk

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