Summer Sounds

Date and time

Aug 2, 2025 to Aug 23, 2025

11:02 AM - 10:15 PM

Location

Description

Summer Sounds brings exciting live new music to the Bonington Theatre Bar this August.

Saturday 2 August: Dorothy Ella and Elijah

Dorothy Ella's bright, upbeat fusion of funk, soul and indie pop is rapidly grabbing attention around the UK as she continues on her mission “to spread musical sunshine”.

Trent’s Got Talent winner Elijah  is a rising star on the Nottingham scene, showing every sign of breaking out and becoming a major player in the city and beyond. The promising young singer-songwriter exudes passion with every captivating performance. 

7.30pm Doors
8 - 8.45pm-  Elijah 
9.15 - 10pm - Dorothy Ella

Saturday 23 August: Tash Bird and James Gooch

Innovative singer-songwriter Tash Bird implements live looping techniques to create her astounding idiosyncratic sound. Soulful and stirring, Tash’s euphoric music offers a candid account of her struggles and triumphs. Her self-released debut EP 'Normal Is Boring' smashed into the Top 20 on the iTunes UK singer-songwriter charts.

James Gooch first grabbed attention as the front of the rowdy Nottingham indie rock band Reflekter. As a solo artist, James takes an introspective approach on his personal projects and explores his inner relationship with the wider world.

8pm Doors
8.30 - 9.15pm - James Gooch 
9.30 - 10.15pm - Tash Bird

Tickets cost £8 | £7 Concessions | £5 16-25 members and are available to book via the Bonington Theatre website.