The Rye International Jazz and Blues Festival proudly presents an incredibly special concert with Rumer and her band as she celebrates the 15th anniversary of her debut album Seasons of My Soul on Friday 28 November at the De La Warr Pavilion.

EVENT INFORMATION

Building Opens: 6pm
Anna Pancaldi: 7.30pm
Interval: 8.15pm
Rumer: 8.45pm

This show is suitable for all ages, U14s should be seated and accompanied by an adult aged 18+

We strongly recommend ticket buyers to take out Ticket Protection insurance with Secure My Booking available when you book your tickets at check out.

SEATING INFORMATION: If you are coming to a seated event, you will notice that we have temporary seats in the stalls. This is because we have started early preparatory works on the auditorium as part of our bigger capital project  (https://www.dlwp.com/luf/).  Major works are still some time off, and  you will see that our programme runs well into 2025, but we will keep everyone updated on the next stages of the project as soon as we can.


Rumer’s stunning voice and timeless sound enchanted audiences worldwide with the release of Seasons of My Soul in 2010 which sold over 1 million copies worldwide.

Rumer and her band graces the stage at the De La Warr Pavilion to perform her acclaimed platinum debut album, 15 years after its release.

Rumer’s stunning voice and timeless sound enchanted audiences worldwide with songs from Seasons of My Soul and was produced by mentor Steve Brown, the album’s phenomenal success catapulted Rumer to fame in contemporary music.

Seasons of My Soul featured a collection of unforgettable hits, including the chart-topping single Slow, which became one of the standout songs from the album.

Other beloved tracks like Aretha and Am I Forgiven further demonstrate Rumer’s knack for blending classic influences with modern sensibilities. Her distinct vocal style, often compared to the greats like Karen Carpenter and Dusty Springfield, resonates deeply with fans and critics alike.

You can expect an exceptional evening of wonderful music plus many other hit songs from Rumer’s extensive back catalogue.

“Seasons of My Soul is a very important album to me and is very important to the fans. I’m very proud that it’s stood the test of time. I can’t wait to be back on tour celebrating this special anniversary.” – Rumer

Tickets will be in high demand for this unique concert, so we encourage you to book early!

Booking information

In accordance with Government legislation we display the total ticket cost at the top of each event webpage, these are inclusive of any mandatory additional fees such as restoration levies or booking fees.

Please note that Booking Fees apply on the following transactions:

Online: Tickets booked online are subject to booking fees when purchased through our website. E-tickets are emailed instantly on the account you have registered with DLWP, please check your Junk folder if they don’t arrive within 30 minutes. Customers can also download their tickets through our website within ‘My Account’.

Telephone: £3.50 per transaction + £2 postage or free collection at the Box Office.

In Person: There are currently no charges for booking tickets in person.

There is a £2 charge to post tickets.

We strongly recommend ticket buyers to take out Ticket Protection insurance with Secure My Booking available when you book your tickets at check out.

 

Please note that we are only able to post tickets within the UK. If you live overseas please select box office collection or print at home tickets. Tickets purchased for post will be sent 10 – 14 days before the show date.

Full terms and conditions can be found here.

Eat before the show

Book online: Pre-show dining can be booked online as an add-on when purchasing tickets for selected events. You will be purchasing a ticket to guarantee your meal before the show.
Please note you must be a ticket holder to the show to book pre-show dining.

Already booked your tickets? If you’ve already booked tickets for a show and would like to add dining, please contact Box Office: boxoffice@dlwp.com

On the night: If you have pre-booked please come to the bar to order from the gig menu and sit at one of the reserved tables.

No re-entry

Please be aware that we operate no re-entry for gigs. This means that once you have entered the building, you cannot go out and re-enter. This policy is in line with other major music venues across the UK and put in place on police advice. No re-entry is clearly signposted as you come through security on the front door.
There is a fenced-off area on the terrace for people who go out to smoke or vape.

Staying locally

There are plenty of welcoming and good value B&Bs & boutique hotels in Bexhill. The De La Warr Pavilion regularly uses the following:

The Relais Cooden Beach Hotel and Spa

Coastal hotel with white picket fence under a clear blue sky. Brown-roofed buildings face a nearby beach with umbrellas, creating a tranquil seaside atmosphere.

Situated on a private beach with uninterrupted views of the English Channel, this immaculately restored four-star hotel is just a 10-minute drive from De La Warr Pavilion. Receive 10% discount on rooms* from Sunday to Thursday (excluding Fridays and Saturdays) using the promo code DLWP. BOOK NOW.

*Offer available until 31 March 2026 (blackout dates apply). Free cancellation up to 24 hours before arrival. Paid partnership with The Relais Cooden Beach Hotel & Spa.

Travel information
  • By Rail
    Direct trains go from London Victoria, Brighton and Ashford to Bexhill.
    There are also trains from London Charing Cross, changing at St. Leonards Warrior Square and from London Bridge or Charing Cross going to Battle. Battle is only a short taxi journey away (15 mins approx).
    Visit www.nationalrail.co.uk for up-to-date train travel information.
  • Taxis
    Town Taxis:  01424 211 511
    Parkhurst Taxis:  01424 733 456
  • By Car
    If driving from the London area:
    Take the M25, then A21 to Hastings. Turn off at John‘s Cross and follow the signs to Bexhill.
    OR
    Take the A22 to Eastbourne, go across the Bishop roundabout to the A271 and follow the signs to Bexhill and the seafront. The De La Warr Pavilion is on the Marina.
    From the Brighton area:
    Follow the A27 out of Brighton until you arrive in Bexhill On Sea.
  • Parking
    Please be aware the Rother District car park outside the De La Warr Pavilion operates paid parking until 10pm. After this time parking is free.
Accessibility

Within the limits of this Grade One listed building, the De La Warr Pavilion strives to be fully accessible with a range of facilities to support your visit.

If you have specific access needs for a daytime visit or for a bookable event, please email customerservice@dlwp.com or call 01424 229111

Current facilities are:

  • Assistance Dogs are permitted into the building (not in the carpeted area of the Café Bar)
  • Ramped access at the front of the building
  • A low counter at the Box Office and  Information Desk
  • Disabled toilets on two floors
  • A lift to all floors
  • Accessible galleries on both floors
  • An accessible Café
  • Spaces for wheelchairs in the auditorium for seated events – please note that currently our balcony seating is not accessible for wheelchairs/walkers.
  • Ramped access in the auditorium for events during the day
  • Ramped access into the Studio
  • Two travel wheelchairs are available for use at the De La Warr Pavilion. To reserve, please call our box office and information desk on (01424) 229111 or ask a member of staff on arrival. The chairs are provided on a first come, first served basis and are intended for use inside the Pavilion. Please contact us for more information.

Facilities for blind or visually-impaired

  • Large print season brochures

Facilities for the hard-of-hearing

  • An T-Switch induction loop in some areas of the auditorium (please indicate when booking as this facility is not available on the balcony)
  • British Sign Language interpretation tours of the building and exhibitions are available on request.