pop, blues, gospel, country, folk, musicals or classical. There is only one house rule – no backing tracks. Singers need to bring a
lead sheet for their songs and one performance is guaranteed, two if time. Lists are accepted from
Daily until March 31 Canterbury Guided Tour Take a break from the sales to enjoy a fascinating 90-minute guided walking tour of historic streets and cathedral precincts with knowledgeable, entertaining guides to address your questions and special interests. Walks start from the
Buttermarket at 11am and cost £7.50 per person (or less). Tickets may be bought on the day at any time before the tour from the The Beaney Art Museum and Library, Canterbury Heritage Museum or Canterbury Roman Museum.
www.canterburyguidedtours.com
January 23
The King is Back! Assembly Hall Theatre, Tunbridge Wells Kent Elvis has NOT left the building! To coincide with the
release of Presley’s new album, recorded posthumously with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, top UK Elvis tribute artiste Ben Portsmouth takes to the stage to bring the King back to life for his many fans and followers. Ben made history in 2012 when he won the Elvis Presley Enterprises Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest which took place in Memphis, crowning Ben as the
Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist' - the only artist from outside the USA to ever win this prestigious title. With stunning costumes and superb musicianship, this is a chance to experience the essence and spirit of what it must have been like to see the young Elvis in action. Tickets £25
January 25
Open Mic Night, The Grey Lady, The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells Singers of all ages are invited to sing, either with a pianist and a bass player, or accompanying themselves on guitar or piano. Songs sung can be jazz,
7.45pm, with performances from 8.15–10.45pm. Both listeners and singers are welcome. There is a PA system, plus a bar, with food available for those who wish to eat. Admission £5.
January 30
Maidstone Symphony Orchestra Mote Hall Maidstone Leisure Centre, Maidstone Join the BBC’s reigning Young Musician of the Year, Martin James Bartlett, as he performs Mozart’s Piano Concerto No 12, alongside the county’s premier orchestra. Other pieces will include Nielsen’s Helios Overture and Dvorak’s Symphony No 7. 7.30pm-10pm. Tickets priced £5-£26. 18s and under are free.
January 30 Winter Lantern Parade
Tunbridge Wells Library The annual Winter Lantern Parade, which leaves the library and wends its way along Camden Road really IS a chance for Tunbridge Wells to shine! Many of the spectacular lanterns will have been made during lantern-making workshops – come along and see the end results. This year’s theme is “Go Wilds.”
February 7 The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse Gulbenkian Theatre, University of Kent Canterbury The Pied Piper Theatre Company presents an enchanting and heartwarming telling of Aesop’s classic fable, packed full of fun, music and song. Join two friends as they embark on an amazing journey and discover that sometimes new can be exciting and different can be good, but the most important thing is friendship. Tickets: £8/ Baby on lap (0-18months) £1, Family Groups
(4+) : £6.50, Suitable for ages 3 – 8 years. Starts at 14.00h. Running time: 50 minutes approx.
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February 3 & March 2 Storytelling Day Rare Breeds Centre Highlands Farm Woodchurch Nr Ashford A 30-minute magical storytelling session at 11:30am and 1pm in the Discovery Zone. Relax with your little
ones as they watch and listen to a variety of different tales as told by the farm’s master storytellers. Storytelling sessions are
free when farm admission is purchased.
February 5
Capel Fleet RSPB Raptor View Point Isle of Sheppey Organised by Kent Wildlife Trust, learn about the birds of prey which live on the North Kent marshes. Spend a day observing
birds of prey. Learn how to identify different species and more about their characteristics, habitats and behaviour from warden Tony Swandale. 10.30am– 4.30pm. £27 (reduced by £5 for
concessions). February 6
Curzon Country Cinema Borough Green Village, Borough Green 45 years In the week leading up to their 45th wedding anniversary, a couple receive an unexpected letter which contains potentially life changing news. With Charlotte Rampling,
Tom Courtenay and Geraldine James. 4.30pm.
FREE EVENT
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