MUSIC ON FIRE!, the UK's most stunning outdoor spectacular, returns with a new production of live popular and classical music, interspersed with a thrilling firework display and a magical Son et Lumiere. Celebrating James Bond and the centenary of his creator Ian Fleming, former Sandhurst Officer Cadet, world class artists perform with a 100-piece orchestra and a 100-voice choir in true 007 style! Special guest performers include acclaimed classical singers Jonathan Ansell & Hayley Westenra, as well as Theatreland’s first Supergroup Teatro (*Saturday night only). The many well known voices narrating the show include Rowan Atkinson, Peter Bowles, Hannah Gordon, Joanna Lumley, Sir Trevor McDonald, Prunella Scales and Timothy West. The Red Devils, the parachute display team of the Parachute Regiment and The Black Knights, the parachute display team of the Royal Artillery, will make a breathtaking night-time drop.

This unmissable event is held in the impressive setting of The Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and guests are invited to picnic on the lawn in front of the Old College as they enjoy the show. Gates open from 4pm.

The event is designed and produced by Major Sir Michael Parker, the man behind the Golden Jubilee celebrations outside Buckingham Palace. All proceeds will go to the Army Benevolent Fund which supports soldiers, former soldiers and their families in times of need. Money raised will be used for Veterans of Iraq, Afghanistan and any future campaigns.

"I thought it was the most wonderful evening - I shall never forget it" Honor Blackman

"Make no mistake, this is not just fireworks with music. What is so extraordinary about Music on Fire is the perfect synchronicity between the two: the fireworks effectively become an instrument in the orchestra, exploding to the beat with rhythmic perfection, to create a visual and musical effect the like of which I have never seen." Rowan Atkinson

The ABF is grateful to the following for sponsoring Music on Fire!:
The Hobson Charity Ltd, BAE Systems, JCB, Trailfinders, Consensus Business Group, The Westminster Foundation, Thales, General Dynamics, ICAP, Taylor Young Investment Management & BT Defence.