“Wow, you must have been thrilled with last night. WELL DONE! Do hope others’ responses were jolly encouraging. What a super venue you had also. It really made a difference huh.”

Alison 24th August 2015

“An amazing night of culture and art… Berkhamsted's wonderful creative community sharing their talents.”

Cynthia 24th August 2015

“Well, what a wonderful evening! It was a lovely, atmospheric setting... just perfect for the mixture of music and poetry. Thank you both for inviting me... and to Andrew for the music and the venue. I really loved the poetry readings with music backing as it worked so well. A sort of updated Sitwell/ Walton

Clare 24th August 2015

“Music, poetry, comedy, photography, illustration and authorship all came together in a wonderful, eclectic, entertaining and moving mix that is Berkhamsted Live! So privileged to live near such talented people.”

Emma 24th August 2015

“Thank you to you, Leslie, Sue and Andrew for your readings and performance last night. There is always something about a live event that gives a special edge to words and music. It provoked me into thinking about the distinctions and/or similarities between the song form and the poem; the song lyric and ‘pure’ poetry;

Ian 24th August 2015

In our shows and performances, musicians, dancers, artists and writers introduce and perform their latest work. As MC, I encourage everyone on stage to use their most original, moving and innovative material. My part, working with Sue, is to involve the whole audience using pictures, music, poetry, prose and reflective exercises.