Marlborough College Summer School: An Evening with Richard Coles

The Reverend Richard Coles is a former pop star as one half of 1980s band The Communards, turned Church of England vicar, broadcaster and best-selling author. During the 1980s The Communards had three Top 10 hits, including the number-one Don't Leave Me This Way. He has been a presenter of Radio 4's Saturday Live and a regular contributor to 'Pause for Thought' on Radio 2.

He is a frequent panellist on shows such as Have I Got News For You, Would I Lie To You? and QI. He was the inspiration for the main character in the hit comedy Rev, was a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, and a semi-finalist on Celebrity Masterchef. He has a keen interest in classical music, art and ceramics.