ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT in the DIARY cont..
14 MAY JENNY ECLAIR: JOKES JOKES JOKES LIVE! The Gulbenkian, Canterbury thegulbenkian. co. uk Time: 8pm Price: £ 25
From student life at drama school, punk poetry, bedsit misery, waitressing and not really having a clue about anything to being the first woman to win the Perrier Award, becoming a mother, author, grumpy old woman, podcaster and nana, beloved comedian and novelist Jenny Eclair, in celebration of her hilarious memoir of the same name, is stopping off at The Gulbenkian on a nationwide tour with her brand-new autobiographical show. Join Jenny as she regales her funniest tales and looks back at what she can remember before she forgets everything!
15- 18 MAY CONTEMPORARY SPRING CRAFT FAIR Hever Castle & Gardens, Edenbridge craftinfocus. com Time: 9.30am- 5.30pm Price: Included with general admission
The Craft In Focus team are excitedly set to return to the picturesque Hever Castle for another spectacular showcase of some of the UK’ s finest craftmakers and artists. Chosen for their individuality, innovation and exceptional technical ability, exhibitors will cover the likes of glass, textiles, woodwork, jewellery, metalwork and ceramics. Enjoy live music, demonstrations and access to the beautiful gardens across the weekend and be sure to book before 9 May to save on adult admission using the discount code CRAFT25( valid on the dates of the craft fair only).
16 MAY THE DREAMER The Woodville Theatre, Gravesend woodville. co. uk Time: 7.30pm Price: From £ 29
Prepare to be amazed as the award-winning James Phelan- star of The Greatest Magician™ and the BBC’ s most broadcast magician of the last decade- debuts his brand-new magic show. A celebration of the impossible becoming possible, The Dreamer is set to capture audiences with its fresh blend of dazzling entertainment, humour and mystery. VIP tickets are also available and include a meet and greet session with James after the show, an exclusive close-up magic show and free signed merchandise.
22 MAY- 25 AUGUST THE WORLD OF PETER RABBIT™ STORYTIME TRAIL Knole, Sevenoaks nationaltrust. org. uk Time: 10am- 5pm Price: Included with general admission
Arriving at the idyllic Knole this year and in celebration of the beloved classic, The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter is The World of Peter Rabbit™ Storytime Trail. Promising fun for all ages, with plenty of photo opportunities and activities along the way, the trail invites little bunnies to crawl under the garden gate, hide in a watering can and see their reflection in a mirror pool, just like Peter Rabbit! Pre-booking admission is essential to guarantee entry.
23 MAY FLEETWOOD UNCHAINED The Tower Theatre, Folkestone towertheatrefolkestone. co. uk Time: 7.30pm Price: From £ 22.50
Don’ t miss Fleetwood Unchained, the ultimate tribute to Fleetwood Mac- one of the most adored bands of all time, take to the stage of The Tower Theatre this May. Made up of outstanding musicians and vocalists who hold a shared passion for authenticity, Fleetwood Unchained brings to life Fleetwood Mac’ s timeless hits from across the ages. As the band even channels the personalities and chemistry of the original Fleetwood Mac lineup, you can expect a truly immersive performance that keeps you entranced from start to finish.
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