For the ninth year running, The Rising Sun Arts Centre will once again be opening all their doors for a full day of music, arts, food and fun on Saturday August 11.
Here Comes The Sun is one of the biggest events in the centre’s calendar, and presents a unique chance to really show off just what makes the centre – and its volunteers – so special. This tall, imposing former temperance house will once again be transformed into a colourful cathedral of culture filled with lights, bunting, decorations and music.
Performances will take place across three stages throughout the day, giving visitors the chance to experience the big-gig feel of the Sun Stage in the main room, the laid-back lounge setting of the Sky Stage upstairs, and the quaint and cosy charm of the Tree Stage in our back garden (rarely open to the public).
The acts forming the first announcement for this year’s line-up once again represent the best talent from Reading and further afield. Acts like innovative singer-songwriter Jake Morleyand eclectic folk troubadours Green Rock River Band, who both wowed the crowds when performing at the centre over the past few months.
Also making their festival debuts this year are acoustic indie folk act Colours and Fires and the melodic and harmonious duo Tomorrow Bird. Not to mention WOLFS, a very different duoake noise with drums and a guitar, New Puritans who bring their signature brand of shouty punk to the festival, and BIGG who offer up something a little heavier.
On top of this, folky three-piece The Seasons In Shorthand, acoustic popsters Bright Shadowsand the bluesy voice of Jodie O’Callaghan make a welcome return to the festival.
There will also be loads for kids to do in the unique, self-made garden area, and the chance to unwind during the day with Tape Club, or in our legendary outdoor cinema as the night draws in. There will also be much more to be announced in the coming months, so keep a check on our website and social media channels!
For further information, and to purchase tickets, click here.
