Live from The Lexicon
Published 24 July 2025
Live at The Lexicon – Free Music Event
📍 Bond Square (between M&S and Waitrose) | Saturday, 6 September 2025 | 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Join us for a day of unforgettable music, theatre, and family fun as Live at The Lexicon (formerly The Lexicon Proms) returns to Bond Square!
This free, open-air event has something for everyone – just turn up, bring a chair, and enjoy the show!
🎶What to expect:
- Live performances throughout the day
- Musical interludes hosted by Sandy Grigelis – actor, singer-songwriter, and frontman of vintage rockers The Boulevards
- BSL interpretation for many performances, thanks to Specsavers (interpreters will be front-right of the stage)
- Get a sneak peek of MUSICA, The Lexicon’s brand-new live music venue opening on Eagle Lane in late October.
- FREE face painting between 2pm and 6pm
- Chance to win a fabulous prize sponsored by MUSICA worth ÂŁ150
| The Boulevards 12pm |
Back by popular demand, The Boulevards bring you authentic 50s and 60s rock & roll with style and swagger! Their high energy performance will transport you straight to the golden age of jukeboxes and swing. |
| BARTA Theatre Academy 12.40pm |
Enjoy an inspiring showcase from the talented young performers of BARTA Theatre Academy, who are trained in singing, dance and drama. Their energy and enthusiasm are guaranteed to impress! |
| Rae Lewis 1.20pm |
Experience this stunning solo tribute to Florence Welch. Fresh from being inspired by Florence + The Machine’s iconic BBC Proms performance, Rae Lewis returns to her hometown with a heartfelt set that channels the passion and spirit of this ever popular indie rock band. |
| Treasure Box Tales: LIVE! 2pm |
Perfect for younger audiences, this joyful performance brings the magical world of Danielle Moubarak’s children’s poems to life through storytelling and dance. Join Pirate Robin, Magnificent Miss Mouse, The Bedtime Dinosaur and their friends on a fun-filled theatrical adventure! |
| Sainsbury Singers 2.40pm |
This much-loved musical theatre group has been entertaining audiences since 1939! They’re sharing a special preview of their latest show, Bad Girls: The Musical, ahead of their full production in October. Expect catchy tunes and powerful performances from one of the region’s best amateur groups. |
| This One’s For Frankie 3.10pm |
Get ready to dance and sing along with this nostalgic tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons! Featuring all the hits – from Sherry to Walk Like a Man. This step down memory lane will have you smiling and swaying to timeless classics. |
| Military Wives Choir 4.10pm |
Bringing warmth, harmony and heartfelt songs, the Military Wives Choir connects women from military communities through the power of music. Be inspired by their beautiful vocals and strong sense of togetherness. |
| MUSICA Jukebox Band 4.50pm |
Join MUSICA for an interactive musical experience with our Jukebox Band! The audience gets to choose songs from our extensive playlist via our mobile app, and then rate them live. The songs with the most votes will be performed right on stage, creating a unique and exciting atmosphere for everyone. |
| Stars of the West End (first set) 5.40pm |
Prepare to be amazed as four internationally acclaimed West End stars—Mike Sterling, Shona Lindsay, Patrick Smyth, and Jayne O’Mahony—take you on a thrilling musical journey through beloved classics like The Phantom of the Opera, and Evita. Their unforgettable performance builds to a powerful second act featuring iconic rock musical hits that will leave you wanting more! |
| Danyl Johnson
6.40pm |
Reading’s very own Danyl Johnson shot to fame on The X Factor with his unforgettable audition, which racked up more than 50 million views on YouTube! Since then, he’s toured across Europe and the US, and is now part of the People’s Postcode Lottery team. He’ll be joined by dancers Urban Stylez, choreographed by Jenna Ellis, in a high-octane performance! |
| Stars of the West End (second set)
7.30pm |
Get ready for a high-energy second set from the Stars of the West End packed with electrifying rock musical anthems that promise to dazzle and delight! Experience the magic of musical theatre as West End legends Mike Sterling, Shona Lindsay, Patrick Smyth, and Jayne O’Mahony bring their star power to the stage with show-stopping numbers from global favourites including Les Misérables, and Evita. |
Times are approximate and subject to change.
Photographers will be capturing the day’s special moments. These images may be used by The Lexicon for future publicity – so get ready to strike a pose! Please let a member of The Lexicon’s security team know if you do not wish your photo to be used on social media or other marketing purposes.
Event dates
06 Sep 2025
