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LIPA’s festival of new music to showcase 60 artists

Wednesday 02 April 2025

LIPA’s festival of new music to showcase 60 artists

This year’s 2ube Xtra will be the biggest yet with 60 artists performing over 15 days.

The festival runs 6-23 May and features showcase performances from third-year Music students as they launch their professional careers.

Local, national and international artists will be playing original material in a wide range of genres. Martin Isherwood is Director of LIPA’s School of Music. “2ube Xtra is a real celebration of new talent.

“The quality and quantity of emerging artists at the festival make it a must for anyone who’s genuinely passionate about new music.”

Staged in the Paul McCartney Auditorium 2ube Xtra is a fully produced festival with contributions from Filmmaking, Management, Sound Technology and Theatre & Production Technology students.

Tickets are free but you do need to book. Performances will be available to view on YouTube after the event.

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