Rook Lane Blog

May 20, 2019

In collaboration with Casting the World project, Frome Society for Local Study welcomes Dr Madge Dresser, a visiting research fellow UWE and retired Associate Professor of Social and Cultural British History, University of Bristol. an illustrated talk revisiting our monumental heritage, which will include a focus on work produced in Frome by J W Singer and Sons. Statuary which is found in many parts of a now changed world.

April 18, 2019

We very much look forward to hosting this wonderful Exhibition together with Frome Museum, which is brought to you by Rook Lane Arts Trust. The Exhibition will also include Talks and Walks, as well as demonstrations of the processes used in casting. There is something for everyone.

April 27, 2018

John Law, piano; Sam Crockatt, saxophones; Riaan Vosloo, bass; Dave Smith, drums. A quartet of four powerful individual voices, the band will be exploring the music and legacy of the pianist and composer who’s been called The Genius […]

April 27, 2018

An evening of songs and duets which wanders playfully around the theme of love. With a programme spanning almost five centuries, and which includes the baroque, the operatic, art song and cabaret repertoire, there will be music to […]

April 27, 2018

Hailing from Holland, The Busquitos were an outstanding hit in last year’s Festival. Their funny, engaging and entertaining show presents brilliantly played jazz standards by Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker and Django Reinhardt amongst others. The Busquitos are favourites […]

April 27, 2018

Two of the UK’s foremost pianist/composers, combine to present their personal take on the classic masterpiece: The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps).Since its premiere in 1913 – a concert in Paris which sparked a riot – […]

April 13, 2018

We look forward to discovering the jazzy musical creature created by our 17-piece big band and our feature vocalists.

April 13, 2018

What connects a missionary’s wife, a famous American author, and a European King responsible for atrocities in the Belgian Congo?

April 13, 2018

One of the most dynamic and compelling bands performing today, whose unique style combines contemporary acoustic music, with beautifully crafted harmonies, creating a truly uplifting and engaging experience.

March 21, 2018

Rook Lane Chapel is happy to welcome back the talented young people from Frome College to showcase their work during the Frome Festival.