Welcome to Caribbean Beats 2025
Get ready to experience a fusion of vibrant rhythms and infectious melodies at the Cecil Hepworth Playhouse. Join us for an electrifying night filled with the best beats from the Caribbean music scene including live steel drums. Let the music move you as you dance the night away in a lively atmosphere. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event that promises to bring the heat and energy of Caribbean culture right to your doorstep.
Mark your calendars and get ready to groove with us!
It is time to immerse yourself into the rich culture and experience or the tropics with their exploratory sounds, taste, fabrics & stories. For some this will be a trip down memory lane and for others a whole new exciting discovery.
Last year we enjoyed The Engagement Party with themes from Africa, the Caribbean and Afro Beats (Click here to view.) (Click here to view 2)
This year we want to transport you to the Caribbean with our Live Steel drums and some songs from singer songwriter Shola Alli & Friends.
· Dress up in your favourite traditional clothes or just splash on your style and colours, invite friends and family and let us welcome and entertain you. If you’d just love to explore more of the Afro-Caribbean culture whatever your nationality you are welcome, just be ready to have some fun.
· Fashion: If you’re wearing your traditional dress and would like us to show case the style, please let us know what African or Caribbean Country you are representing when you book your ticket.
· Music: feel free to wear comfy shoes or show up with those heels but be prepared to dance to some soca, salsa, gospel and reggae tunes.
· Games: we have a few up our sleeves and the best dressed competition.
· Arts & Crafts: We’ve invited vendors to display some traditional pieces for your browse, so have fun and support your local artists and businesses.
· Food: Tickle your taste buds with our traditional tasty traditional canapes but please be sure to check for dietary requirements before trying out our foods.
· Bar: The bar will be available for you to purchase your drinks during the event to support our local theatre.
· Hub: We also want to celebrate, recognise and support local diverse cultural businesses so please support us and buy your tickets today!
Thank you for sharing with family and friends 😀