Tuesday, 15 July 2025 / Published in Young Critics Review
Perhaps the most notable aspect of this concert in the 2025 Young Artists series was the enthusiasm with which the audience applauded; each time Ignas Maknickas finished a well-articulated and
Friday, 06 December 2024 / Published in News
A Lichfield Festival gift card on top of an envelope
Looking for the perfect gift for the arts lover in your life? Lichfield Festival Gift Cards are a thoughtful way to let someone experience the magic of live performances, compelling
Tuesday, 29 October 2024 / Published in News
Major Festival Partner, Pegasus Homes, proudly hosted the opening event of Lichfield Chamber Music Festival on the 3rd of October 2024. The Meraki Duo performed in the stunning lounge of
Monday, 12 August 2024 / Published in Young Critics Review
Passion & Power On the 11th of July 2024, I went to watch Ballet Cymru. Looking through all the different festivals I wasn’t going to choose ballet because it is
Thursday, 11 July 2024 / Published in Young Critics Review
The Power Of Piano I walked into Wade Street Church on Tuesday the 9th of July 2024 expecting someone to just play piano and I would say they were good
Tuesday, 09 July 2024 / Published in Young Critics Review
Wow, Just wow! On the 6th of July 2024, I went to St Peter & St Paul Roman Catholic Church to see Lichfield Gospel Choir. This was absolutely amazing. First
Tuesday, 16 April 2024 / Published in News
The wait is over!  The full line-up for the 2024 Lichfield Festival (4-14 July) has been announced, featuring stars of classical, folk, world, jazz, cabaret and popular music, theatre, dance
Monday, 22 January 2024 / Published in Festival Patron, Literature Festival, News
Lichfield Festival is delighted to announce its newest Patron, the author, Tudor historian, broadcaster and joint Chief Curator at Historic Royal Palaces, Tracy Borman. Damian Thantrey, Lichfield Festival Director, said:
Tuesday, 18 July 2023 / Published in Young Critics Review
The actors’ impeccable ability to burst into musical harmony during a dramatic scene stunned the audience into blissful admiration. Pitching the notes without any musical aid is highly commendable especially
Saturday, 15 July 2023 / Published in Young Critics Review
Wise Woman are three old friends inspired by the winter lockdown to make their long-time musical collaborations take formal shape. Through their work they describe their experience of womanhood and
Tuesday, 11 July 2023 / Published in Young Critics Review
The London Community Gospel Choir transformed the placid atmosphere of Lichfield Cathedral to one of vibrancy, excitement and warmth. The effortless uplifting vocal runs resonated not only in each spire
Tuesday, 11 July 2023 / Published in Young Critics Review
On the mildly sunny evening of the 7th of July 2023, the atmospherically high ceilings of Lichfield Cathedral welcomed us to what would be an incredibly memorable medley of music,
Sunday, 09 July 2023 / Published in Young Critics Review
There is simply too much to say about this concert. Not only was the music masterfully played throughout, but Danny proved himself to be both a true performer and a
Saturday, 08 July 2023 / Published in Young Critics Review
When the Trio Mazzolini concluded the first half of their concert with a beautiful three-part arrangement of Ravel’s La Valse, I heard more than one member of the audience utter
Wednesday, 03 August 2022 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Rose. “It was thought out to every last detail.” This show was aimed at younger children, as it started with a song. The main plot was friendship and
Wednesday, 03 August 2022 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Rose. We learnt about composition, leading lines, and light. During the introduction about what we were going to do, I noticed that the audience was mainly older adults.
Wednesday, 03 August 2022 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Rose. “All three pieces were played outstandingly as if she were the real composer.” Initially, when I first went to this event, I was wary – I am
Thursday, 21 July 2022 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Iona. “A charming snapshot of the medley of talents” Recently, I had the privilege of attending a sublime evening of South Asian dance with live music – Arpan,
Thursday, 21 July 2022 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Emily. “A dancing poodle’s chance!” Perceptive and relevant, Rebecca Vaughan’s one-woman show captivatingly displayed the necessity of wealth, space and material comforts in facilitating freedoms to write –
Thursday, 12 May 2022 / Published in News
  Many thanks to Ray Mansell for creating this video for Lichfield Festival!
Wednesday, 06 April 2022 / Published in News
LICHFIELD FESTIVAL wants you to take us on a GREEN JOURNEY in just 300 words – with the chance to win an AMAZING prize!  You could travel into the past
Wednesday, 16 March 2022 / Published in News
Pop icon Tony Hadley is to open Lichfield Festival’s 40th anniversary celebrations this summer with a stunning Lichfield Cathedral concert on Thursday 7 July.  The singer and Festival patron is one
Tuesday, 03 August 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Martha. As the sun set behind Lichfield Cathedral, I settled into my seat for the final performance of the 2021 Lichfield Festival. This celebration of baroque music was
Tuesday, 03 August 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Aaron. Firstly, I would like to start by saying that the Lichfield Photography Club put together a wonderful and engaging walk. The walk consisted of stunning sites around
Tuesday, 20 July 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Emily. In the last 18 months politics and government decisions have been thrust into the spotlight of our lives. The likes of Chris Whitty have become fundamental figures
Tuesday, 20 July 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Erin. Chloё Hanslip and Danny Driver are amazing musicians. Both of them world famous in the field of classical music, for nearly an hour, they played note-perfectly and
Tuesday, 20 July 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Erin. Set on the G&S Express, this was a clever play that bought together all of the best Gilbert and Sullivan songs from their favourite comedy operas.  Each
Tuesday, 20 July 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Iona. Desperately in need of some witty humour in these dreary times? George Egg’s Movable Feast, a show combining comedy with his unconventionally-made-yet-just-as-delectable cooking is an undoubtedly delightful
Sunday, 18 July 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Aaron. Soul reviving, joyful and energetic. This concert was by far the best concert I have ever been to, Mica never failed to create a collective atmosphere where
Tuesday, 13 July 2021 / Published in Young Critics Review
Review by Emily. Not so Terrible Tudors (I, Elizabeth) For someone, whose prior knowledge of Elizabeth I stretched as far as Horrible Histories’ ‘Terrible Tudors’ and the iconic musical parody,