Welcome to Kent's favourite Elvis party show band, Taking Care of Vegas, with their blend of rock 'n' roll hits for all the family and big band
Vegas show sound.
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"People want to come out and be entertained and that's what we are all about, filling the whole space available with sound that makes people want to bring their own energy and enjoyment to the mix."
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Known for their on stage antics and authentic 70's vibe, the band provide much more than just background music with fun dance routines and audience participation; one of the many reasons they have been main stage regulars at big summer events for several years.
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"We hope that everyone who comes to see us will experience the magic that Elvis created during his live performances. We take a wonderful set of songs that really transgressed all music styles from gospel to blues, rock to country and recreate them with our own twist for today's fun
loving audience."

When Doris and Delilah wake up to find something strange and sparkly has fallen from the sky, they are inspired to put on the world’s greatest magic show! But HOW do you make real magic happen? What ingredients do you need and who can help them?

Along the way they encounter some fabulous characters, from a transformative moth, a giant singing frog, an artistic spider and a rather grumpy stick insect to some beautiful fireflies who all help to create their dream.

Will the conjuring trick work and will anything EVER come out of the hat?

Since launching in Brighton in 2006 Long Nose Puppets have produced four much loved and critically acclaimed puppets shows for children.  Their first show Shoe Baby won the award for Best Children’s Show at Brighton Fringe Festival. Shoe Baby then went on to have sell out shows across the UK, gaining many five star reviews at The Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

Festival line-up at the Alexander Centre is as follows:-

‍Saturday 23 February, Alexander Centre, Main Hall

11am–12noon      Tim Dee, with Peter Fiennes

12.30–1.30pm      Jenni Murray

2–3pm                  Iain Sinclair

3.30–4.30pm       Diane Setterfield

5–6pm                 Viv Albertine

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Saturday 23 February, Alexander Centre, Room 2 – Teen/Young Adult

11am–12noon      Lucy Strange and Emily Critchley

12.30–1.30pm      Ben Parker and Mark Bowsher

2–3pm                 Teen/Young Adult Workshop: Writing Comics

3.30–4.30pm       Teen/Young Adult Workshop: Dr Who

5–6pm                 Teen/Young Adult Workshop: Flash Fiction

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Further details can be found at the Faversham Literary Fsstival website:-

http://www.favershamliteraryfestival.org/live/index.php

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Our pop-up tearoom will be open all day serving coffee, tea, cakes and snacks.

There will also be a selection of book stalls - run by Influx Press, Rough Trade Books, Usborne Books and Tiny Books.

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After earning his spurs on the UK comedy circuit Lee became the warm-up man for many TV shows including Have I Got News For You?  Although he had no sporting prowess and he knew next to nothing about football, Lee appeared as a regular panellist in the first five series of They Think It’s All Over during which he won over close to 12 million viewers each week with his quick witted banter. 

Lee's other TV credits include presenting Shark Tank, Saturday Live, Salvage Squad and The Warehouse, and guest appearances on The Stand Up Show and Have I Got News For You. Lee was the creator of Bring Me the Head of Light Entertainment, which ran for five series on Channel 5 between 1997 and 2000. On radio, Lee has guested on The Steve Wright Show, Euromix, Two Men and a Transmitter and The Robert Elms Show. He was team captain on Hold The Front Page. He also presented Wriggling with Eels, a study of Cockney comedians for BBC Radio 4.

In 2000, Lee decided to semi-retire and concentrate on running his comedy venue, the Backyard Comedy Club in London's Bethnal Green, acting as resident compere. His touring shows include ‘Man v Woman’, ‘Too Scared to Leave the House’, Things That Make You Go Aaarggh’ and ‘Comedy Show No.9’ which began in 2016 and was extended into 2017 due to great demand.

Still a regular at the Backyard Comedy Club and elsewhere around the club scene. Lee is preparing for a brand new tour to start in 2018, 'Mucking About'. Lee is also organising a series of comedy nights around Kent called 'The Local Comedy Club'.

http://www.leehurst.com

Organised by the Faversham Literary Festival, this event has been rescheduled from Saturday 23rd February.

Jo Brand will be talking about her book 'Born Lippy - How to do female'

Born Lippy is a gathering of all the things Jo Brand wishes she'd known, all the things she's learnt, and all the things she hopes for the future. A century after women got the vote (albeit married women over the age of 28) it's time to take stock of exactly what it means to be female today. And if there's one thing women are entitled to, it's having a bloody good moan about things big and small - so here goes . . .

Pop-up French cinema organised by the Faversham Town Twinning Association.

All proceeds go towards helping local schools and youth organisations visit Hazebrouck, Faversham's twin town in Northern France.

The film tells the story of capricious small-town girl Juliette (Dita Parlo) and barge captain Jean (Jean Dasté) marry after a whirlwind courtship, and she comes to live aboard his boat, L'Atalante. As they make their way down the Seine, Jean grows weary of Juliette's flirtations with his all-male crew, and Juliette longs to escape the monotony of the boat and experience the excitement of a big city. When she steals away to Paris by herself, her husband begins to think their marriage was a mistake.

Full licensed bar open from 7pm for this event.

Would you like to find out more about the cultural, natural and historical heritage that Kent has to offers, and the interesting sites and attractions available to visit?

Are you nterested in History, Archeology, Family-tree tracing or similar?

Come along and find out about heritage attractions and historical groups and activities happening locally, there will be information stalls and a programme of free talks.

The Alexander Centre's pop-up tea-room will be open.

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An evening of fun filled, side splitting entertainment in honour of all the heroes that serve our great country.

Humour is contagious. Everyone loves to laugh, so come and be entertained by a range of comedians, where having a laugh really does support a worthwhile cause!

Line-up features Ian Stone, Harriet Dyer and Philip Simon!

The greatest storm in living memory blasts the English coast. Striving against the howling winds and pounding waves, a lonely boat struggles on. Those left behind wait impatiently, huddled together, isolated and unfamiliar.

As the storm rages, stories, memories, songs and myths tumble out of the night,capturing a life lived on and around the sea.

Kent-based theatre company Up The Road Theatre bring you this brand new production, as part of its tour of the UK coast.

Suitable for anyone aged 12 and over.

Produced in association with New Theatre Royal Portsmouth,supported by Wells Maltings, The Seagull and LV21.

Supported by funding from Arts Council England.

Kent youth Jazz Orchestra perform at The Alexander Centre for the first time, accompanied by world famous jazz trumpeter Steve Waterman

Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The film traces the meteoric rise of the band through their iconic songs and revolutionary sound. They reach unparalleled success, but in an unexpected turn Freddie, surrounded by darker influences, shuns Queen in pursuit of his solo career. Having suffered greatly without the collaboration of Queen, Freddie manages to reunite with his bandmates just in time for Live Aid. While bravely facing a recent AIDS diagnosis, Freddie leads the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. Queen cements a legacy that continues to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day

Browse stalls exhibiting handicrafts, gift ideas and vintage wares.

Free Entry.

Our pop-up tea-room will be open for this event.

One of the UK's leading Beatles tribute bands.

Musically, no detail is overlooked to re-create the true sound and excitement of The Beatles, with every song performed totally live and in its original key. Visually, the presentation is as close to the real thing as you can imagine... Close your eyes, could it really be them? Quality stage outfits range from the early Cavern days through to Beatlemania, Sgt Peppers and beyond. Authentic vocals and instruments, including the McCartney Hofner violin bass, Lennon's Rickenbacker, George's Gretsch and Ringo's Ludwig kit, complete the perfect tribute.

Lots of second-hand and antique books for sale - why not come along for a browse?

The Alexander Centre's pop-up tearoom will also be open.

Queen II are the Queen tribute that provide a breath taking show at any venue! They have been touring Britain and Europe captivating audiences with their nostalgic show!

The band faithfully recreates the energy, excitement and emotion of a classic Queen concert! An authentic four piece line up delivers powerful vocals, driving rock anthems and closest sounding guitarist yet!

Every show is packed with costume changes! Including that famous outfit from 'I Want To Break Free'! All shows feature some of the UK's finest professional musicians using authentic instruments and equipment, including the 'red special' guitar, Grand Piano and a silver sparkle 'Roger Taylor style' drum kit!

Performing hits from every decade of Queen's musical legacy - Queen II truly are the Champions Of Tributes!

Phil Zimmerman’s No5 Club returns to the Alexander Centre on Friday April 5 as Matt Forde adds a Faversham date to the UK tour of his smash-hit, Edinburgh show, Brexit Through The Gift Shop.

“The whole thing is a mess and only one person can sort it out. Sadly, we have no idea who it is. Join Britain’s leading political comedian, Matt Forde for his sell-out Edinburgh show as he waves goodbye to life as an EU citizen.”

Matt is one of the country’s most in-demand satirists, having appeared on The Royal Variety Performance 2015 (ITV), Have I Got News For You (BBC One), Mock the Week (BBC2 Two), Rory Bremner’s Coalition Report and Election Report (both BBC Two), 8 out of 10 Cats (Channel 4), Question Time (BBC One), This Week (BBC One) and Jon Richardson Grows Up (C4).

As host of four series of Unspun with Matt Forde on Dave and his own chart-topping Political Party podcast, Matt has interviewed some of British politics’ biggest and most notorious characters, including Tony Blair, David Davis, Ruth Davidson, Nigel Farage, Anna Soubry, Ed Balls and Jacob Rees-Mogg and the show sells out Westminster’s The Other Palace Theatre months in advance.

Matt also hosts Absolute Radio’s Rock n Roll Football and has appeared on shows including Have I Got News For You, Mock the Week,The Royal Variety Performance and QuestionTime. “Is there a better political comic than Matt Forde currently working in the UK? I can’t think of another to touch him”★★★★½ Chortle  

“A stand up of rare skill”★★★★The Sunday Times

Browse stalls exhibiting handicrafts, gift ideas and vintage wares.

Free Entry.

Our pop-up tea-room will be open for this event.

Paying tribute to Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream - Voodoo Room are a stunning classic power trio, featuring some of the UK's finest musicians.

They perform an incredible high energy show, delivered in the true spirit of these legendary superstars.

Their individual credits include: Steve Winwood, Massive Attack, Duran Duran, Arthur Brown, Fish, Thunder, Thea Gilmore, Lulu etc etc.

"Incredible players" - Neneh Cherry
"Stunning" - Time Out
"Sounds fantastic" - BBC Radio Devon
"Phenomenal" - Phoenix F.M.
"Outstanding" - Blues In The South Mag

A night of good old-fashioned soul and motown music.

Get your groove on and come along to a spectacular Soul and Motown experience with the very talented Mr Andy Kayne. You will hear the sounds of some of the most well-known Soul and Motown classics. For just £12 a ticket! This will be an event, not to be missed. Disabled access is available. For any further information, please call Kelly from Imperial Events on 07496 688 339.

ABBA's music has stood the test of time for more than 40 years, so it's little wonder that ABBA tribute bands are one of the most favoured on the tribute scene!

The sequel to the Mamma Mia film is now on in the cinemas and ABBA have written two new songs, the first of which is set for release in December this year, so there couldn't be a better time to come and see an ABBA tribute band and ABBA Chique are the HOTTEST one around!

​ABBA Chique are an authentic looking and sounding ABBA tribute band. Suitable for all ages, ABBA Chique have performed at children's parties and all over milestone parties, from 18th - 90th birthdays!

With precise ABBA vocals, stunning ABBA costumes and a powerful stage presence full of energy and fun, this unforgettable ABBA tribute show will leave you feeling like you've headed back in time to the 1970s where ABBA ruled the music scene.

​This hugely popular ABBA show gets booked up very quickly, so grab your tickets soon!

Browse stalls exhibiting handicrafts, gift ideas and vintage wares.

Free Entry.

Our pop-up tea-room will be open for this event.

Our Gala concert surveys well-known music from the Baroque era in a musical feast of great composers. At the heart of the programme are two works of Bach, the fourth Brandenburg Concerto and first Orchestral Suite both of which demonstrate a composer at the height of his powers. Handel’s Water Music, here in arrangement, written for King George the First’s progress on a barge down the Thames is a colourful and energetic work whilst Vivaldi’s ‘Spring’ from the Four Seasons, written for the girls of the Convent School in Venice, brings the Italian style to proceedings in this ever-popular violin concerto. The music of Telemann completes this mighty handful of composers played by the musicians of Convivio, one of the UK’s newest and most exciting Period Instrument ensembles.

Bach Orchestral Suite no. 1
Handel Excerpts from ‘The Water Music.’
Vivaldi ‘Spring’ from ‘The Four Seasons.’
Telemann Concerto for Recorder & Bassoon
Bach Brandenburg Concerto no 4

TOTAL JAM + U2 TRIBE Double Header Tribute (with support from Kevin Iverson)

See the UK's finest tribute to The Who performing the rock opera 'Tommy', 50 years since its album release + a set of greatest hits.

Who Are You UK are the UK’s hottest The Who tribute – recreating the unique excitement and power of one of rocks greatest ever bands.  From the early hits of the mid-60’s to the rock classics of the 70’s and 80’s – tune after fantastic tune – from Can’t Explain to You Better You Bet, through Pinball Wizard and Wont Get Fooled Again – every one an absolute work of genius from composer Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, John Entwhistle and Keith Moon.
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Catch this awesome tribute to The Who – a show not to be missed.

www.whoareyou-tribute.london