ARTS & CULTURE
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THE GOOD GIG GUIDE
This month’s pick of what’s going on in the local music scene, compiled by Gary Collins
NEW CRAFT FAIR
The best of the UK’s designers and artists will be showcased as part of a new contemporary craft event at Hever Castle this 5th-8th September. Hever Castle is working with Craft in Focus who already run similar events at RHS Garden Wisley in Surrey and RHS Garden Hyde Hall in Essex. All exhibitors have designed and made the work that they display and have been selected for their individuality and innovation in contemporary design, as well as outstanding technical ability. Visitors across the three days will also be able to see demonstrations, sample food and listen to live music. Rob Chapman, from Craft in Focus, says: “As a former local
PIXIES COMES TO HEVER CASTLE
craft maker myself I have always wanted to stage a major high quality contemporary craft fair in the area and we aim to deliver the most exciting craft event to be launched in Kent for decades. We hope that local people will come and enjoy the event and see and purchase work from some of the many talented designer makers we have in the UK.” As well as the Craft in Focus event, a visit to Hever Castle offers a great chance to explore the stunning 125-acre gardens and historic castle. Craft Fair entry is included in the normal garden admission price. • For opening times and admission prices, visit
hevercastle.co.uk or call 01732 865224.
The De La Warr Pavilion, 12th September The Pixies hail from Boston in the USA, where their success can be described as “modest”. In Europe however, they have remained popular. Fronted by Black Francis who is also the main songwriter, the band’s tunes always remind me of a heavier version of Britpop. I cannot think of another band that sound like them. • Call the venue on 01424 229111.
LETZ ZEP
Trinity Theatre, 14th September Having just returned from The ICONS Festival, a collection of high-quality tribute acts performed in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, it reminded me just how good some of these tribute acts are. It took me a while to see my fi rst one, but I remember just how good Letz Zep were on that night. The Trinity Arts Centre in Tunbridge Wells is also a great choice of venue – I saw them here around four years ago and remember the atmosphere, the ambience just felt right. • Call the venue on 01892 678678.
DIARY DATE
Annual Sevenoaks Literary Festival, 21st September-3rd October
Now in its 18th year, Sevenoaks Literary Festival has attracted another starry line-up. Novelists, poets, historians and singers are all represented and the exciting Young Readers Festival Day returns for a second year. Just a handful
of those taking part include: Lemn Sissay, refl ecting upon his shattering memoir of rejection and triumph: My Name is Why, Celia Brayfi eld celebrates the rebel writers of the 1950’s, while Harriet Goodwin, children’s author and singer, will speak and hold workshops at the Festival’s annual free schools event for students of local primary schools. • Full details of the programme are available on the Festival website
sevlitfest.com and tickets are available from
sevlitfest.com, ticketsource.
co.uk/sevenoaks-literary-festival or by calling 0333 666 3366 (telephone bookings incur a charge of £1.75 per booking).
THE PALE WHITE
The Forum, 26th September I truly hope this up and coming Indie Rock band from Newcastle hasn’t sold out before you read this. Comprising Andy on lead vocals and guitar, Jack on drums and Tom adding bass guitar and backing vocals, they draw infl uences from early 90’s Britpop, David Bowie and The Beatles. • Visit
twforum.co.uk
Contact Gary on @tnlivecouk or
gary@tnlive.co.uk
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