Andover College is inviting the public to attend a variety of summer art exhibitions, theatrical and dance performances and musical recitals that will showcase the skills and talents of students studying courses in art, photography, fashion and textiles, music and drama.

Many of the events are free and for the first time this year include an urban dance show called 'Hype' and a collaboration with local schools showcasing performance work entitled 'Groove is in the Arts'.

James Wilson, Head of Creative and Performing Arts at the College, said: "The events will be a celebration of all the students' hard work over the last 12 months. We wanted to open it up to a wider audience to show the immense talents that our students have to offer. It will be great to showcase the cutting edge and current approach we have to all the creative and performance courses."

The exhibitions and performances are as follows:

Saturday 14 June        'Hatherden Fete'
Saturday 21 June        'Dance for Life' (national competition)
23 June - 26 June       'The End of Year Shows' art exhibition
23 June - 25 June       'Groove is in the Arts Festival in The Lights'
                                       Mon 23 - 'Hype'
                                       Tues 24 - 'Groove is in the Arts'
                                       Weds 25 June - 'Cheese on toast'
Tuesday 24 June        'World Music Project Day'
Sunday 6 July              'Summer Sounds - East meets West'

Full details of the above events are included in the events diary or for further information please call Andover College on 01264 360000 or The Lights on 01264 368368.