Salisbury’s multi-genre festival of voice returns with world-class artists in its 11th year.

Performers who have graced the stages of the London Palladium, Royal Albert Hall and the Royal Opera House come to Salisbury this Autumn, as Celebrate Voice announces the Autumn line-up and launch ticket sales for their festival 30 October to 9 November.

Renowned for its up-close, boutique performances of opera, jazz, music theatre, classical and choral music, theatre and comedy – the festival provides the opportunity to witness performances by leading names usually only seen in the capital.

Plus events for the community, those with dementia and SEND and shows for families.

Rachel Parris  (Image: Celebrate Voice Festival 2024) Joining the festival line-up is Parliamentary Jazz Awards’ Vocalist of the Year, Elaine Delmar, (‘the Godmother of jazz’), choral music from internationally renowned choir Tenebrae, and a brand-new production of dazzling comic opera, The Elixir of Love, featuring singers from the Royal Opera House.

West End Star Janie Dee directs a stellar music theatre cast in a new production of Sondheim’s Putting It Together (being rehearsed simultaneously with the opera in London and supported by The Cameron MackIntosh Foundation), and critically acclaimed theatre with Gerard Logan’s one-man show, Wilde About the Boy.

BAFTA-nominee and TV’s Mash Report star, Rachel Parris, brings her signature musical comedy stand-up show following a nationwide tour.

For those who love to take part – both classical and music theatre opportunities are provided in 2024 – Belt Out the Broadway promises to raise the roof as jumbo lyrics invite the audience to join in with live singers and band singing popular songs from the shows, and Death and Mozart, depicting the last year of the composer’s life provides a rehearsal/ show experience for participants.

(Image: Celebrate Voice Festival 2024) And the festival’s commitment to community events runs through a vibrant programme of events for babies, toddlers, a family beatbox comedy show, events for older people with dementia and young adults with SEND.

Lynsey Docherty, Festival Founder and Director said: "The festival has become a hotly anticipated feature of Salisbury’s cultural calendar each year.

"I am delighted not only to bring incredible talent here to my hometown, but to celebrate the vibrant community that has grown around the event these past 11 years.

"Local people of all ages are involved at every level, and the combination of class artistry and joyful community participation is incredibly special.

"The festival’s inclusive and fun atmosphere is praised year on year and we are grateful to the businesses and supporters who continue to donate to make quality music happen in our small city."

All events take place at Salisbury Guildhall in a partnership with Salisbury City Council, with the exception of Tenebrae, held at St. Thomas’s Church.

Tickets and further information on the 2024 festival, which runs from 30 October to 9 November are available from www.celebratevoice.co.uk.