Music, arts and culture
We're home to a flourishing arts community and offer a wide range of societies and musical ensembles. Our vibrant campus is also only a stone's throw away from the arts, culture and entertainment offered by Guildford, wider Surrey and London.
Selection of local venues
Guildford is home to a diverse range of venues hosting high quality drama, performing arts, live music and visual arts.
The Ivy Arts Centre on-campus regularly hosts productions within its 200-seat theatre.
A 15-minute walk from Stag Hill in the town centre is the Electric Theatre, an arts venue for comedy, theatre and music.
G Live in the town centre hosts touring productions, comedy nights from well-known artists and music events.
The Boileroom is an award winning independent music venue that has hosted some big names.
Ensembles
We're home to a superb variety of successful and talented orchestras and choirs open to all students who wish to audition.
More to explore
- We’re only a stone’s throw away from London’s notorious West End where a variety of GSA (Guildford School of Acting) productions are presented.
- You'll find plenty of arts venues around Surrey including the New Victoria Theatre in Woking which hosts touring National Theatre and West End productions, music events and talks.
- Explore Guildford's free museum which sits next to the beautiful castle grounds.
- Catch the latest film at the Odeon cinema whilst enjoying a delicious Ben & Jerry's ice cream.
Find your society
Find your ideal society whether you're an established performer or somebody who is stepping onto centre-stage for the first time.
