Metric Stage
THE NOISETTES
The Noisettes hit the big time in 2009 when their single Don't Upset The Rhythm (Go Baby Go) stormed the charts as well as clubs across the country. While their first album was a sleeper hit, their follow-up Wild Young Hearts cemented the band's credentials as masters of soulful pop and funk fused disco tunes. Catch them on the Metric Stage on Queen's Lawn.
TINIE TEMPAH
Tinie Tempah is an up-and-coming UK rapper, who burst onto the scene earlier this year when his debut single Pass Out went straight to number 1, fending off Rihanna in the process. His first LP The Disc-Overy is out in July so this is your chance to hear one of the sounds of the future.
Quad Marquee
JO WHILEY
Imperial favourite Jo Whiley is back to spin the decks once again. Jo has made a career out of discovering and promoting the freshest talent within the music industry, so expect her set to be a mix of thumping classics cut with the latest and greatest tunes.
Dance Arena
SCRATCH PERVERTS
If you like your beats fast and thumping, you won't want to miss the Scratch Perverts. The Perverts are pioneering turntablists who've been in the business since 1996. Head to the Dance Arena for hip-hop, electronica and drum'n'bass fused together at blistering speeds.
BREAKAGE
Breakage has been around the drum'n'bass and dubstep scenes since 2000. His latest album Foundation was released in March to rave reviews across the board. For dirty dubstep and heavy basslines, Breakage is the real deal.
STAMINA MC
A multi‐talented natural performer effortlessly combining the roles of vocalist, host and MC with a massive stage‐presence. Whether alongside Shy FX, DJ Marky, DJ Fu & Jungle Drummer or a host of top DJs, Stamina’s high energy performances are certain to raise the crowd.
Entertainments
£45
Dinner & Ents
£90
Tickets on sale now. Dinner tickets are selling fast and extremely limited don't miss out.
Imperial College London’s Summer Ball is back and bigger than ever before!
This year our focus is on great live music. The Queen's Lawn marquee is gone, replaced by our outdoor festival-style Metric Stage! With great acts and DJs, superb live bands, a formal four-course dinner, fireworks, a funfair, marquees, light shows and more, the Summer Ball 2010 is the unmissable event of Imperial’s calendar.
Tickets for our formal dinner always sell out fast, so round up your friends and book yourselves a table together! Once you've wined and dined, head to Metric Stage or one of our other fantastic venues and party the night away to some incredible music from the likes of the Noisettes, Plan B, Tinie Tempah, Jo Whiley and many more!
- Imperial's biggest party.
- Funfair.
- After-dinner comedy.
- Outdoor festival stage.
- Bars open all night.
- Toni & Guy hair styling.
- Dodgems.
- Professional photographers.
- Fireworks.
- Afterparty from 4am.
- Superb four-course dinner.
- Mingle.
- Transformed campus.
- Survivors photo.
- Champagne reception.
- Celebrate the end of the year.
- Light shows.
- Dance the night away.
- Black-tie.
Every summer, for one night only, Imperial College London is transformed from a bustling hub of learning and research into the ultimate party venue. From Queen's Lawn to the Union, the campus becomes home to a host of incredible acts, an enormous four-course dinner event, numerous bars, funfair rides, a casino and thousands of students and staff.
On the main Metric Stage on Queen's Lawn will be our headline acts including the Noisettes. A huge outdoor marquee will be constructed in the Beit Quadrangle where Jo Whiley will spin the decks once again following her amazing sets during Freshers' Week. daVinci's and the Union Bar will be serving all night and for the whole of Sunday too! If you've got the stamina and you're still standing come 4am, head to the Quad for the annual survivors photo.
Before that though, there's a four-course dinner for you to munch your way through, a gigantic funfair to survive and a stunning fireworks display to ooh and ahh over. So, what are you waiting for? Book your tickets now! They won't last long!
17:00 – Doors for diners
17:15 – Champagne Reception for diners
18:00 – Dinner begins
18:45 – Doors for non-diners
19:00 – Metric Stage starts
20:15 – After-dinner Comedy
20:45 – Dinner ends
22:30 – Firework display
23:45 – Quad Marquee & Dance Arena start
00:00 – Metric Stage closes
03:45 – Quad Marquee & Dance Arena close
04:00 – Survivors Photo
04:00 – Breakfast & afterparty begin in Union
(NB: Itinerary subject to change)
Metric Stage
An amazing festival-style outdoor stage on the Queen's Lawn featuring the best in live music. A preview of what's to come next year at our new Metric nightclub.
Quad Marquee
The Quad Marquee will be hosting the best in indie and chart tunes presented by Jo Whiley.
Dance Arena
The transformed Great Hall is a far-cry from the place where you have been sitting your exams! The best in up-front drum'n'bass and dance music.
The infamous Survivors Photo is only for the real party-goers. Make it to 4am and the Quad where we take the annual picture which also marks the start of the after-party. The Union Bar and daVinci's are open from 4am until 10:30pm on Sunday evening!
Choosing a ticket that includes dinner is the best way to experience the Imperial College London Summer Ball. We provide a superb four-course meal in a spectacular Queen's Lawn setting. Our after-dinner comedian, Greg Davies, rounds off a memorable dinner before the partying starts!
If you would like to be on a table with your friends, you will be able to do this online by following the dedicated link included in your confirmation email. Ensure that you have all already bought your tickets.
Dinner tickets also include a champagne reception starting at 17:30.
STARTER
Smoked salmon paupiette filled with langoustine Cornish crab mousse, tomato & cucumber salsa with red ammerinthe & asparagus salad.
Veg: Grilled Mediterranean vegetable terrine, asparagus salad, beetroot & red onion marmalade with rosemary foccacia bread.
MAIN
Roasted rack of lamb with a fresh herb crust, summer vegetables, dauphinoise potato and a rich thyme & garlic jus.
Veg: Wild mushroom risotto with wild rocket & parmesan shavings.
DESSERT
Vanilla pannacotta with glazed strawberries & shortbread biscuits.
Selection of cheese & biscuits served with Port and freshly brewed coffee with mints.
When you arrive for dinner make your way to the Champagne Reception where you will be greeted with a free glass of champagne before dinner. There will also be entertainment from College's String Quartet.
Chat, mingle and whet your appetite before making your way to the Tower Rooms for a sumptuous four-course meal. There is no better way to start the evening.
If you wish to opt for the vegetarian menu, you will be given the option to do so when you book your Dinner ticket online.
If you want to sit at a table with your friends, please email a list of names to summer.ball@imperial.ac.uk once you have all ordered your Dinner tickets. Note, there is a maxmimum of 10 people per table.
If you have any dietary requirements, please email details and your name to summer.ball@imperial.ac.uk.
After your superb four-course meal the entertainment begins in earnest. While the non-diners are arriving we have some great comedy – for diners only – in the form of award-winning comedian Greg Davies from 8 Out of 10 Cats, Mock the Week and The Inbetweeners.
When is the Summer Ball happening?
Saturday 19 June 2010
What time should I arrive?
Doors for diners is 17:00. Doors for non-diners (Entertainments tickets) is 18:30 at the Business School Entrance to Imperial College London, on Exhibition Road.
Where is the Ball held?
Imperial College London, South Kensington Campus, South Kensington, SW7 2AZ
I have specific dietary requirements, can I still have the dinner?
Yes, email your dietary requirements to summer.ball@imperial.ac.uk once you have purchased your dinner ticket.
Are there cash machines on site?
Yes. Also, our bars at the Ball will be running on a cashless system. This means that you will need to purchase tokens to use at the bars. Each token costs £1. These tokens can be purchased at our cashless stalls located around the venue. You can buy these with cash or by card.
Is there food available for non-diners on the night?
Yes, there will be a number of food outlets selling food throughout the evening including BBQs and burger vans.
Will there be strobe lights in any of the venues?
Any part of the Ball with strobe lights will be clearly signposted so you can avoid these areas if necessary.
What is the dress code?
The dress code is black tie.
I want to share a table at the dinner with my friends: can I do this?
Yes, once you have all purchased your dinner tickets online you will be able to follow the link in your confirmation email and enter your required table online.
How many people can sit at one table?
10.
Can alumni and non-IC people buy tickets?
Yes, and the ticket price is the same for everyone. Non-IC students must bring their email confirmation letter.
How many tickets can one person purchase?
There is no limit.
Any other questions?
Email: summer.ball@imperial.ac.uk
When you buy your ticket from the Union website your eTicket will be automatically put on your College swipecard. So all you need to bring to the event is the swipecard! Simple.
Line-up subject to change.