PODCAST · arts
What's On Watford
by Alex Williams with the Watford Pump House
An audio round up of all the artistic events happening in and around Watford in Hertfordshire, UK. From Theatre and Film, to Comedy, Dance and Music, this podcast is the noticeboard for all the cultural gems in Watford.
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Episode 24 - Art in Herts (with Steve Bockling)
Send us Fan MailThere is a growing art scene in Watford with new options to create, view and purchase art. Our featured interview is with Steve Bockling, founder of the new Art in Herts gallery venue, and two local artists.There is also a full round up covering some of the many events coming up in May in Watford.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 23 - Journey to Jazz (with Ilario Ferrari)
Send us Fan MailWatford is hotspot for a wide range of Jazz music and attracts performers from around the world. Our featured interview is with Ilario Ferrari, an international Jazz composer, recording artist and multi instrumentalist. This episode includes and exclusive rendition of Ilario's song Above the Clouds recorded just for What's on Watford.There is also a full round up covering some of the many events coming up in April in Watford.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 22 - It's all a lottery (with Sam Sheriff)
Send us Fan MailThe National Lottery has a major source of funding for Culture in the UK for many years, but did you know it has been headquartered in Watford since the beginning. This episode features an informative interview with Sam Sheriff, Chief People & Places Officer at Allwyn, the current National Lottery operator, and explores behind the scenes of this dream making organisation.There is also a full round up covering some of the many events coming up in Watford kicking of an exciting year.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 21 - End of year roundup (Tina Fuller with Tiger Jazz and Big Mama Funk)
Send us Fan MailIn collaboration with Vibe 106 this episode features a fun discussion hosted by Tina Fuller with professional performers Tiger Jazz and Big Mama Funk that includes how to look after your voice, how to get gigs, cheese and much more. There is even a bonus Christmas song from the duo.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming up in Watford this Christmas and into the new year.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 20 - A classical touch (with Daisy Stephens)
Send us Fan MailClassical music can sometimes seem elitist, but through film and game music, orchestras and chamber ensembles are reaching an increasingly wide audience. Our featured interview is with Daisy Stephens from Audentior Symphony Orchestra and BBC journalist. Daisy shares how Audentior are making an impact in Watford and how playing together brings many benefits.There is also a bumper round up covering some of the many events coming up at the Colosseum, Palace Theatre, the Pump House and more.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 19 - Using your voice (with Tina Fuller)
Send us Fan MailVoices are a big part of the sound of Watford through radio, voice overs and of course podcasts. Our featured interview is with Vibe Radio presenter, voice over artist and event host Tina Fuller.There is also a bumper round up covering some of the many events coming up including Black History Month and much more.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 18 - On TV (with Big Mama Funk)
Send us Fan MailWatford is awash with talent and many find their way onto our TVs. Our featured interview is with Big Mama Funk a renowned local singer who shares some behind the scenes BGT and Bradley Walsh stories.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming up through the summer including more Watford Fringe Festival, events in Cassiobury Park and more.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 17 - Watford Fringe Festival 2025 (with Stephen Smith, Rohan Ashar and Elise Fabrise)
Send us Fan MailWatford Fringe Festival is back from 1st-31st July with more than 120 performances at 20+ venues. In this special episode, as well snippets from 11 Fringe shows, there is an insightful round table in depth interview with Stephen Smith, Rohan Ashar and Elise Fabrise, who in addition to talking about their shows, cover how to market show, their experiences of Fringe festivals and more.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 16 - Creating new works of art (with Tayla Kenyon)
Send us Fan MailNew works of art are constantly being created in Watford covering everything from new music and visual art through to thought provoking theatre. Our featured interview is with Tayla Kenyon an award winning actor, writer and singer, who talks about her career and creating new works.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon including Jazz Junction Festival, Enrich Festival, Bushey Performing Arts Festival, Watford Fringe Festival and much more.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 15 - Jazz (with Ruth Fisher)
Send us Fan MailWatford is hotspot for a wide range of Jazz music and attracts performers from around the world. Our featured interview is with Ruth Fisher, one of the leading Jazz radio presenters in the UK and head of programming for Watford Jazz Junction Festival.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 14 - Live music scene (with Beth Krauss)
Send us Fan MailWatford has a long history of great small music venues and a breeding ground for acts that go on to international recognition. Johnny's Bar and Café is a new independent music venue based at 96 Queen's Road, helping to revive and continue this reputation. This episode includes an interview with Johnny's Bar Events Manager, Beth Krauss.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 13 - New Year Vibes (with Rachel Wilkes)
Send us Fan MailA start for a promising cultural year for Watford. This episode features an interview with Vibe107.6 Radio's Rachel Wilkes.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 12 - Panto, Toys and Christmas (with Chris Wheeler)
Send us Fan MailThis episode looks at some of the cultural treats coming up in the Christmas period including the Panto Aladdin at the Watford Palace Theatre, a new musical and much more. This episode features an interview with West End theatre producer Chris Wheeler.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon.What's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 11 - Local dramatics (with Judi Campion, Alex Kenny, Wendy Moir)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This episode looks at the thriving local amateur dramatic scene in Watford. A special live group interview with Judi Campion (Belmont Players), Alex Kenny (Cassio Productions) and Wendy Moir (Pump House Theatre Company and alumni of Pump House CYT).There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 10 - Outdoor exhibitions (with Mikaela Griffith, Fran Kershaw, Ian Port)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This special episode kindly sponsored by Berkeley Homes is all about art in outdoor public spaces. It includes interviews with Mikaela Griffith - development manager with Berkeley Group, Fran Kershaw - local artist and Ian Port - Proud Watford.There is also a round up covering some of the many events coming soon.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 9 - Watford Fringe Festival July 2024
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This special episode is all about the Watford Fringe Festival which this year is 1 July to 4 August. A series of short interviews and ads show casing just a few of the over 60 shows at 14 venues in Watford bringing music, theatre, comedy, dance, children shows and much more.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 8 - Summer events (with Dr Ray Coffer, Andrew Waite)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This episode includes an interview with Dr Ray Coffer - Bushey Performing Arts Festival. There is a round up with Andrew Waite covering some of the many events and festivals coming soon.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 7 - Festivals (with Chris Newstead, Sharon Gaffney)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This episode focuses on two upcoming major festivals in Watford and includes an interview with Chris Newstead - Watford Jazz Junction Festival, and a round up about the July Watford Fringe Festival with Sharon Gaffney. Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 6 - Watford Writers (Helen Nicell, Andrea Richardson)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This sixth episode includes an interview with Helen Nicell - Watford Writers and Watford Area Arts Forum, Andrea Richardson from Belmont Theatre and much more. Also as always an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 5 - Proud Watford (with Ian Port, David Silver)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This fifth episode includes an interview with Ian Port on Proud Watford, local musician David Silver and much more. Also as always an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 4 - Watford Elected Mayor interview (with Peter Taylor)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This fourth episode includes an interview with Watford Elected Mayor - Peter Taylor covering the development of Culture in Watford, the latest on the Colloseum. diversity in Watford and much more. There is also as always an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 3 - Watford Palace Theatre interview (with Steve Marmion)
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This third episode includes an interview with the new Artistic Directors and CEO of the Watford Palace Theatre - Steve Marmion, as well as an extensive round up of upcoming Watford events.Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 2 - more Watford Fringe Festival
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.This second episode continues with a focuse on the upcoming Watford Fringe Festival (22 Sep-8 Oct) as there are so many great events to highlightBrought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.
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Episode 1 - Watford Fringe Festival
Send us Fan MailWhat's On Watford is your guide to the amazing art and culture happening in Watford.The first episode focuses on the upcoming Watford Fringe Festival (22 Sep-8 Oct)Brought to you by the Watford Pump House working with all cultural partners in Watford.With everything from Elton John, Bradley Walsh, Geri Halliwell, The Staves, and more Watford is a hot bed of artistic talent, so look out for the future stars
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
An audio round up of all the artistic events happening in and around Watford in Hertfordshire, UK. From Theatre and Film, to Comedy, Dance and Music, this podcast is the noticeboard for all the cultural gems in Watford.
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Alex Williams with the Watford Pump House
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