The UK’s Eurovision-themed music festival has landed!
In the run-up to the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2024 in Malmö, EuroSmash will see fan favourites and cult classics from across Europe take to the stage for a day dedicated to all things Eurovision. It’s a full-out, 12- pointer of a festival!
The first acts to be announced are Katrina, UK Eurovision royalty, originally from Topeka, Kansas. She won the contest in 1997 with Katrina and the Waves, singing Love Shine A Light. The group also had a global hit with Walking On Sunshine.
Konstrakta, real name Ana Đuric, represented Serbia at the 2022 contest in Turin and became an instant fan favourite. Her blend of pop and performance art was a fresh departure for the ESC. Her Eurovision entry, In Corpore Sano made the top 5, and had all of Europe wondering about the secret behind Meghan Markle’s healthy hair!
Belgium’s Gustaph brought a touch of vogue ballroom culture to the 2023 ESC in Liverpool with Because of You. The song celebrated onstage the LGBTQ+ community which has been the lifeblood of Eurovision for many years.
As well as a celebration of everything Eurovision, EuroSmash will be a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ fans to party and enjoy their favourite Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) acts live. The lineup includes acts from different years of the contest, from different countries, to give fans the truly diverse array of music that defines Eurovision.
The festival programme will also feature events with a Eurovision theme; comedy, drag, gaming and quizzing. The venue is the beautifully restored Woolwich Works, a former fireworks factory. The main stage is indoors and benefits from great sightlines and an industrial feel, while the yard outside is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a drink while listening to one of the many acts performing. Additional EuroSmash performers and full line-up to be announced soon.
EuroSmash: Saturday May 4th 2024, Doors open 1:30pm Until 10:30pm
Tickets: www.eurosmash.co.uk
Tickets on sale from Monday 4th December at 10am: www.woolwich.works
This event is suitable for 18+ The venue is fully accessible and there will be dedicated viewing areas for those who require them. The main stage has an infrared hearing assistance system.