ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT
THERE’ S NOTHING QUITE LIKE the Theatre cont.
Orchard Theatre, Dartford
The Orchard Theatre is conveniently located in the heart of Dartford’ s town centre and attracts the latest and most sought after touring productions in the UK. The theatre offers a range of entertainment from leading West End musicals, top comedians, bands, dramas, dance, classical music and opera. And of course, the ever popular annual pantomimes.
The Orchard Theatre was officially opened on 14th April 1983 by His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent and quickly gained a reputation as one of the country’ s premier venues presenting a remarkable range of entertainment. Since opening, The Orchard Theatre has enjoyed incredible success by opening its doors to some of the biggest and most respected names in the fields of arts and entertainment.
www. orchardtheatre. co. uk // 01322 220000
Orchard Theatre
The Arden Theatre, Faversham
The Arden Theatre in the centre of lovely Faversham is owned by an amateur theatre group, and they run a wonderful and varied programme of events including workshops, performances, children’ s theatre and other events.
The Arden Theatre comprises of a 98- seat studio with completely up-to-date sound and lighting equipment and a bar serving food and drinks. It is available to hire to outside productions looking for a centrally located performance space.
www. ardentheatre. co. uk // 01795 531334
Playhouse Theatre, Whitstable
As well as being the home of the Lindley Players, the Playhouse Theatre provides a great venue for all types of live entertainment. Over the last year it has hosted a wide variety of events including live stand-up comedy, plays by other groups, dance, jazz and much, much more. The Playhouse Theatre provides 180 + seats in an authentic theatre environment equipped with state of the art technical equipment.
www. playhousewhitstable. co. uk // 01227 272042
The Stag, Sevenoaks
The Stag Community Arts Centre has been through many changes since it first opened( as the Majestic Cinema) in 1936. Although 80 years old, the Stag still retains many of its original theatres, and it is a warm and friendly place to enjoy a wide variety of different entertainment.
Over 25,000 people attend shows at the Stag each month, and whether it is a professional production touring the country or a local event showcasing the talents of the community, the response is the same – the audience have a wonderful time in gorgeous surroundings.
www. stagsevenoaks. co. uk // 01732 450175
Woodville Halls, Gravesend
Woodville Halls was built in 1968, and forms part of the Civic Centre in Gravesend. This means that not only is there a fabulous theatre, but there is also a cinema, studio, bar and café, and information areas including computer and internet access.
The main auditorium can seat 650 people across three levels, but it can also be transformed into flat floor space for cabaret or dance acts, for example, and it can then hold 380 at tables and 100 in the circle. The studio can accommodate 180 audience members.
www. woodville. seatlive. com // 08442 439480
The Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Bromley’ s Churchill Theatre is a nice, big comfy place to enjoy some spectacular shows in absolute comfort. It was built in 1977, and was opened by HRH Price of Wales. With 781 seats there is room for everyone, and the bar and café areas offer a good range of food and drink.
There are many themed evenings that take place at the Churchill Theatre as well as top-notch performances. An upcoming event is to mark the 40th anniversary of the theatre itself, and there will be a four-course meal, a charity auction and entertainment from a surprise celebrity!
www. churchilltheatre. co. uk // 020 3285 6000
The Hazlitt Theatre, Maidstone
The Hazlitt Theatre is a 382-seat venue that offers drama, family entertainment, music, variety, comedy and more. With a licensed bar and refreshments available, the Hazlitt offers a great opportunity to experience some incredible entertainment without having to travel too far afield to get it. And the big names love to come here including Lee Evans, Alan Carr and Cilla Black.
www. parkwoodtheatres. co. uk / Hazlitt- Theatre // 01622 758611
Bromley Little Theatre, Bromley
Bromley Little Theatre( or‘ BLT’ as it is fondly known) is an amateur award-winning, vibrant 113-seat theatre, established in 1937 on its present site, which was lovingly converted from an old Victorian bakery and hayloft. BLT presents a full-length play every month( apart from August when the Youth Group puts on its own show) and a smaller‘ In The Bar’ show every couple of months.
BLT’ s purpose is to present outstanding theatre for everyone – from the best of contemporary dramas, comedies, thrillers, farces, musical productions as well as the classics. Occasionally they present new plays, in recent years giving a number of plays their premiere production in the UK.
They are always keen to attract new members to take part in productions and BLT offers a wide range of opportunities for acting, costume, lighting and sound design / operation as well as set design and construction.
www. bromleylittletheatre. org // 020 3189 1690
Miskin Theatre, Dartford
The Miskin Theatre is part of North Kent College’ s Dartford campus. It has been producing exceptionally polished performances for over 20 years now, and it is a hugely important part of the local community.
www. miskintheatre. com // 01322 629422
Sheppey Little Theatre, Sheerness
Originally a church hall built in 1891, Sheppey Little Theatre has been running from this lovely little building since 1975. Completely volunteer run and self funding, Sheppey Little Theatre hosts many different shows and events throughout the year, and has a thriving community arts base.
www. sheppeylittletheatre. co. uk // 01795 873491
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