ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
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FAITH IN STRANGERS
11 . Faith in Strangers , Margate
One of Margate ’ s famous old hang out spots has been reimagined to bring you a new 350 capacity , bar , kitchen , music , and arts venue with a workspace for creatives . The ethos is to create a space to expose and explore new art forms from its Cliftonville base . Faith in Strangers is all about exposing and exploring new art forms in order to discover and share new experiences with friends , lovers and partners ; enjoying music , arts , technology , movies , documentaries , talks , travel , coffee , wine , food , cocktails , ideas , new experiences , and challenges . www . faithinstrangers . co . uk
12 . Astor Community Theatre , Deal
Located in the seaside town of Deal , The Astor is a multi-purpose theatre and arts centre offering an eclectic mix of music , theatre , literary events , art exhibitions , and films , as well as a range of classes and workshops which cater to all ages and tastes . This summer ’ s program is rich with classical music events and literary tales ; from Bach to Virginia Woolf . www . theastor . co . uk
GET CREATIVE !
13 . Marlowe Theatre , Canterbury - see p47 . 14 . Elizabeth Joseph-Love Make-Up , Sandwich - see p48 . 15 . The Creative Dance Company , Cranbrook - see p51 . 16 . The Marsh Choir , Romney Marsh - see p51 . 17 . Kinetic Circus Workshop , countywide - see p51
18 . USD Academy , countywide - see p52 .
48 HOURS ON ... THE CREATIVE COAST
19 . The Woodville , Gravesend - see p60 .
ARTS , CRAFT & CREATIVITY
20 . Coachworks , Ashford
Events , exhibitions , artists , bars , food , co-worker space , and home to iKHQ ! Coachworks ’ creative and entertainment space brings creatives and the general public together , to create a brilliant new vibe for Ashford . The Yard offers a large decked area ; a sun-trap centre stage to everything going on around it and where incredible street-food , cocktails , coffee , and drinks are served ; The Cornstore is home to the creatives and is buzzing with atmosphere and like-minded people ; whilst The Hothouse is an events hub , exhibition and party space . Here you ’ ll find artist exhibits , live bands , food markets , parties , and all sorts of other innovative live events . www . coach-works . co . uk
21 . The Creative Quarter , Folkestone
Combining artists ' studios , independent shops , beautiful restaurants , coffee shops , and creative and digital workspaces , Folkestone ’ s Creative Quarter is a draw for creatives and art lovers alike . A mustvisit for one-of-a-kind artworks , the best indie products , and a welcoming atmosphere . www . creativefolkestone . org . uk / folkestone-creative-quarter
22 . Walrus & Oyster , Canterbury
A unique and innovative artisan shopping experience that is a collective of independents all under one roof . You ’ ll find work from over 100 artists , glasswork makers , photographers , ceramists , fashion designers , and many more , altogether in beautiful Burgate in Canterbury . The ingenious idea was the brainchild of artist , Emma Davis , who wanted to make it easier for artists to thrive in today ’ s tough retail climate . So , armed with just a power drill , a few tins of paint and bucket-loads of faith , the mum-of-one transformed the once empty shop and created an emporium of creativity . www . facebook . com / walrusandoyster
23 . Polka Dots Arts , Sittingbourne
A much-loved community-based arts hub which delivers community projects , events and creative arts workshops in house and from visiting practitioners . polkadotarts . co . uk
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