ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT in the DIARY cont ..
23 - 28 SEPTEMBER ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES THE MUSICAL Churchill Theatre , Bromley www . trafalgartickets . com / churchilltheatre-bromley Time : 7.30pm , 2.30pm Price : From £ 25
The Trotters are back as Only Fools and Horses The Musical takes to theatres once again direct from a record-breaking fouryear run in London ’ s West End . Based on John Sullivan ’ s legendary television show , this critically acclaimed musical features cherished material from Britain ’ s much loved TV series . Prepare to fall in love all over again with these hilarious characters as they head back to Peckham , experiencing an ingenious script brought to life and an original score written by John ’ s son , Jim Sullivan ; starring comedy giant Paul Whitehouse .
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25 - 28 SEPTEMBER GHOST SHIPS The Historic Dockyard Chatham , Chatham www . thedockyard . co . uk Time : 7.30pm Price : From £ 9
Joining the commemorations of 40 years since the former Royal Dockyard ’ s closure and performed in the monumental structure , No . 5 Covered Slip , is award-winning Icon Theatre ’ s production of Ghost Ships . A collaboration with dance companies ZooNation : The Kate Prince Company and Amina Khayyam Dance Company , Ghost Ships will combine hip hop and kathak dance with spectacular set pieces , projections and original music , and feature over 150 people including professional dancers , community performers and young people to create a mesmerising display of talent .
27 SEPTEMBER OPEN AIR CINEMA : WONKA Chartwell House , Westerham www . cinestock . co . uk Time : 5.30pm ( gates open ) Price : From £ 14.74
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Watch the heartwarming , family-friendly blockbuster Wonka , following the journey of young chocolatier Willy Wonka , played by Timothée Chalamet , as he embarks on a life-changing adventure in the truly unique setting of Sir Winston Churchill ’ s former home , Chartwell House , which he lived in for over 40 years . Choose from the array of food and drink on offer , settle down for a movie as the sun sets over the picturesque grounds and prepare to be immersed in a World of Pure Imagination !
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27 - 29 SEPTEMBER BROADSTAIRS FOOD FESTIVAL Victoria Gardens , Broadstairs www . broadstairsfoodfestival . org . uk Time : 10am - 6pm , 10am - 5pm Price : Free entry
Broadstairs ’ Victoria Gardens will see a transformation as the seasonal Food Festival pitches up once again for its autumn celebrations gathering foodies from up and down the county . Offering visitors free entry , the festival aims to champion Kent ’ s diverse range of food and drink with over 100 handpicked exhibitors showcasing the likes of street food favourites , preserves , cheeses , artisan breads , tipples , sweet treats and more . This year ’ s exhibitors include Beardy B ’ s Lemonade , Cheesemakers of Canterbury and Elle ’ s Bakery .
1 - 5 OCTOBER SCRIPTORIUM : THE ILLUMINATED HISTORIES Rochester Cathedral , Rochester www . rochestercathedral . org / lightshow Time : Various Price : £ 6 child , £ 10 adult
Rochester Cathedral is prided for their entrancing light shows and are excited to announce a brand-new installation for October . Incorporating iconic images , including many from the British Library and the collections of the cathedral , the installation brings to life the rich tapestry of Anglo-Saxon artefacts and medieval manuscripts in a contemporary spectacle that combines both light and sound and is sure to ignite the imagination and delight all ages . Tickets are on sale now and advance booking is highly recommended !
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