ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT in the DIARY cont..
15
JUL 2026
RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells
Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’ s most remarkable groups. Channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their finest, this extraordinary production offers a unique opportunity for fans both old and new to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’ s place as one of the best loved groups of all time. Expect excellent vocals and musicianship and a host of all your favourite hits.
FROM
7 AUG 2026
SMOKED & UNCUT GARDEN PARTY THE PIG- at Bridge Place, Bridge 7- 9 Aug
THE PIG- at Bridge Place are throwing open the lawn doors this August for a 15-year celebratory garden party filled with delicious feasts, local music and cracking entertainment in the sunshine. On Friday, enjoy pop-up bars and homemade curry, as well as a live DJ as the evening draws to a close. On the Saturday, day-long dancing commences with plenty of glitter, local entertainment and BBQ food. Ending the weekend on a high, Sunday promises heaps of garden enjoyment including acrobats, face painting, all-day beats, freshly baked pizzas, kid-friendly activities and kitchen garden tours.
7.30pm From £ 44.25 assemblyhalltheatre. co. uk
From 5.30pm From £ 35( adult), £ 17.50( child) thepighotel. com
FROM
29
AUG 2026
SOUND OF KENT MUSIC FESTIVAL Woolton Farm, Bekesbourne 29- 30 Aug
After a sell-out festival in 2025, Woolton Farm’ s Sound of Kent Music Festival is back with a bang for another exhilarating weekend celebrating the best musical talent the county has to offer. Spotlighting Kent’ s best up-and-coming musicians, the weekend showcase a fantastic lineup of live music. A great selection of food and drink will also be available to keep you fuelled and grown-ups can sip on a great selection of Woolton’ s wines and ciders. The little ones will be kept entertained with garden games, a bouncy castle and face painting.
11am- 11pm From £ 5( adult), under 18s free wooltonfarm. co. uk
FROM
22
SEP 2026
BARNUM: THE CIRCUS MUSICAL Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury 22- 26 Sept
Step right up and into the dazzling world of P. T. Barnum. Hand in hand with wife Charity, join Barnum as his life and career takes its twists and turns and he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights. Starring Matt Rawle as Barnum, directed by Jonathan O’ Boyle and choreographed by Oti Mabuse, this spectacular production will feature an extraordinary ensemble cast of over 20 ubertalented actor-musicians, acrobats and circus acts, and promises to sweep audiences into a world of wonder and miracle. This production is recommended for ages eight and above
28
OCT 2026
THE AMY WINEHOUSE BAND Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone
The Amy Winehouse Band- Amy’ s original band, who were with her from the very start throughout her meteoric rise, have announced a major UK tour celebrating the 20th anniversary of her defining album, Back to Black. Arriving at Folkestone’ s Leas Cliff Hall this October and led by Amy’ s long-time musical director and bass player, Dale Davis, The Amy Winehouse Band features members who both toured and recorded with Amy throughout her career, with the new tour seeing the band perform Back to Black in full, plus other Amy Winehouse classics.
2.30pm, 7.30pm £ 19- £ 84 marlowetheatre. com
7.30pm From £ 34.90 atgtickets. com / venues / leas-cliff-hall
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