DAYS OUT : ENTERTAINMENT & EVENTS
Orchard Theatre , Dartford A super theatre conveniently located in the heart of Dartford ’ s town centre , playing host to over 300 shows per year , this South East premier venue attracts the most sought after touring productions offering showings of the latest West End musicals , live music , stand-up comedy and a variety of quality new and emerging talent . Choose from a wide variety of shows from your Strictly Come Dancing favourites and Motown classics to the very popular annual pantomime . The bustling theatre restaurant offers an exciting pre-show menu ; ideal for family or friend gatherings . www . orchardtheatre . co . uk
Woodville Theatre , Gravesend Gravesend ’ s premier music , theatre , cinema and entertainment venue . Offering touring drama , music and comedies as well as films from its main theatre , studio spaces and cinema . www . woodville . co . uk
Hazlitt Theatre , Maidstone Presenting an eclectic mix of entertainment for all the family , with one of the liveliest and most diverse programmes of arts and performance in the South East , featuring drama , comedy , music and showcasing local community theatre . www . parkwoodtheatres . co . uk / Hazlitt-Theatre
Assembly Hall Theatre , Tunbridge Wells A 1,000-seat theatre hosting a range of shows from family favourites to classical music including legendary musical performers , comedy acts , dance events and pantomimes . www . assemblyhalltheatre . co . uk
Marlowe Theatre , Canterbury Extensively re-built in 2011 , this modern 1,200 seat theatre and studio space offers a great range of shows ; from touring drama and musical productions and music performances to well known TV comics and the legendary award-winning annual pantomime . www . marlowetheatre . com
Churchill Theatre , Bromley A compact modern theatre right on the high street that hosts touring productions , well known comics as well as offering dynamic creative learning activities . www . churchilltheatre . co . uk
Malthouse , Canterbury This stunning former Victorian malthouse and The King ’ s School Canterbury ’ s centre of drama is home to a 384 capacity theatre with flexible stage and seating configurations , an orchestra pit and superb backstage and technical facilities . Available to hire for community or corporate events as well as welcoming touring shows and events such as Oh What A Night , a celebration of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons , and Disney ’ s Snow White .
www . malthousetheatre . co . uk
Glassbox Theatre , Gillingham Theatre with a strong commitment to the local community and artists . Delivers new , diverse , unique , experimental and controversial productions alongside much-loved favourites .
www . glassboxtheatre . com
EM Forster Theatre , Tonbridge Tonbridge School ’ s in-house theatre , offering a host of touring and locally produced music , theatre , musical theatre and arts shows alongside hosted talks , children ’ s productions and comedy .
www . emftheatre . com
Tower Theatre , Folkestone Popular venue for theatre , events and live music as well as being the home of the Folkestone & Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society . www . towertheatrefolkestone . co . uk
Trinity Theatre , Tunbridge Wells A buzzing cultural community recognised for their work in supporting local arts and young adults . Showing touring theatrical productions , comics , live music and cinema , with an acknowledged art gallery , Trinity has something for everyone .
www . trinitytheatre . net
Playhouse Theatre , Whitstable Home of the Lindley Players & Lindley Players Youth Group , expect spectacular showcases of young talent , with an array of productions including takes on comedy favourites and live music , as well as sociable quiz nights and Green Room entertainment ! www . playhousewhitstable . co . uk
The Gulbenkian , Canterbury The University of Kent ’ s arts centre offers innovative , engaging and high quality arts activities for students and the general public as well as a 340-seat theatre with a packed schedule of over 1,000 performances including music , comedy and film .
www . thegulbenkian . co . uk
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