VOICES that have graced stages such as the Royal Albert Hall and the London Palladium will be in Salisbury in the coming weeks.

The 11th instalment of the Celebrate Voice festival takes place at the Guildhall from October 30 to November 9, with a host of up-close, boutique performances of opera, jazz, music theatre, classical and choral music, theatre and comedy on offer.

Organisers have also announced events for the community, those with dementia and SEND, as well as shows for families.

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 new production of comic opera, The Elixir of Love, featuring singers from the Royal Opera House.

West End Star Janie Dee directs 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.

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 partnership with Salisbury City Council, with the exception of Tenebrae, held at St Thomas’s Church.

For more information, a full programme, and to buy tickets, log on to www.celebratevoice.co.uk.