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SUMMARY:The Budapest Cafe Orchestra | Faversham Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nThis event was originally scheduled to take place at the Alexander Centre\, Faversham. Following a fire on New Year’s Eve\, this venue is currently out of action and the event has therefore been relocated to The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8PG. \nFor venue-related enquiries (including access\, accessibility\, and parking)\, please contact The Faversham Assembly Rooms on 01795 503286. \nFor a location map for The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, please click HERE \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nReturning by popular demand after their previous sold-out performance!\nAn Eclectic group who play in amazing places; a 4-piece acoustically electrifying orchestra playing gypsy & folk-flavoured music from all around the world; the BCO deliver traditional Balkan\, Russian\, Hungarian and Romanian traditional gypsy and folk music in their own fresh and surprising way with jazz nuances and their own unique arrangements and established by award-winning British composer\, violinist and teacher Christian Garrick in 2009. \nBCO are specialists of the ‘distilled concerto’: e.g. the Rachmaninov\, Tchaikovsky and Greig Squeezebox Concertos and admired for their artful re-workings of masterpieces by the greats of the Romantic era. BCO has made a special bond with Scotlandia performing some 200 shows across the Highlands and Islands in touring extensively each year there since 2011 all crowned with the 2014 album The Gaelic Chronicles. \n“Not so much a band name as a whole genre of its own\, Budapest Cafe Orchestra embraces an encyclopaedia of music and mischief.” SCOTSMAN \n‘Back by popular demand\, the fiery vivacity and awe-inspiring musicianship of the finest purveyors of Eastern European gypsy music this side of a Lada scrap heap will leave you with a grin on your face and rhythm in your feet” TIMES \n 
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/the-budapest-cafe-orchestra/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:The Jive Aces: Feelin’ Happy | Boughton under Blean Village Hall
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nDue to the fire at The Alex on New Year’s Eve\, this event will take place at Boughton under Blean Village Hall\, off Bull Lane\, Boughton Under Blean\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 9AH. \nFor a location map for Boughton under Blean Village Hall\, please click HERE \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nThe Jive Aces: Feelin’ Happy\nGot the blues? Cheer up — The Jive Aces are rolling into town with their “Feelin’ Happy” Tour to turn that frown upside down! Dressed in their trademark yellow suits\, these jive and swing masters bring 30 years of high-energy shows across 40 countries\, proving why they’re the UK’s No.1 jive band. From smooth ballads to rip-roaring rhythm & blues\, their music keeps crowds dancing non-stop. \nThey’ve played for the Queen\, sold out the Royal Albert Hall\, and wowed audiences on Britain’s Got Talent. With 250 gigs a year and viral hits like “Bring Me Sunshine” (over 4 million YouTube views)\, they’re guaranteed to lift your spirits. Their latest album\, “Keeping The Show On The Road\,” hit No.1 on Mike Read’s Heritage Chart — and they’re bringing those crowd-pleasers live! \nJoining them is the sensational Noelle Vaughn\, the jazz siren lighting up the UK scene. With a voice like velvet and the charm of Ella Fitzgerald meets Amy Winehouse\, she’s dazzled at Ronnie Scott’s and beyond. Together\, they promise a night of feel-good music\, swingin’ rhythm\, and pure joy. \nNew in 2026: Following customer feedback\, we’re creating an open dance area at the back of the hall — so you’ll have more room to strut your stuff! \nSeating options: \n\nUnreserved Theatre Seating: £22*\nVIP tables: £25*\n\n*plus booking fee
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/the-jive-aces-feelin-happy/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dance,Jazz,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260606T190000
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SUMMARY:Disco Party Bingo | Faversham Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Disco Bingo at Faversham Assembly Rooms. \n🎶 A night of the biggest party tunes from across six decades\, alongside our fantastic games and competitions.  Including our very own Disco Party Bingo!  Ditch the numbers and mark off the iconic anthems from your Disco Party Bingo game card and party your way to Big Cash Prizes! \nOur Games \n\nDisco Party Bingo (included in your ticket)\nAdditional pay to play games.\n\nParty through from when the doors open til late with DJ Garlick \nUseful Info\nPlease allow 3.5 hours for all games to be played.\nArrive early to get the best seats. Groups of 8+ please email info@discopartybingo.com to reserve seats.\nAll drinks\, alcoholic and non-alcoholic\, will be served by the venue. Please drink responsibly.\nTickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed. \n🔞 18+ only. Photo ID will be required to claim any prize. The venue operates a challenge 25 policy.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/disco-party-bingo-2-2/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTAMP:20260511T124313Z
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SUMMARY:Stealer │ The music of Free and bad co
DESCRIPTION:Relive the glory years of British blues rock as Stealer pay tribute to two iconic bands – Free and Bad Company. \nStealer’s two-hour show features not only the hits All Right Now\, Can’t Get Enough\, Wishing Well and Feel Like Makin’ Love – but concert favourites such as Mr Big\, Rock Steady\, Fire And Water and many more. \nStealer are a hard-hitting four-piece band whose members have played alongside classic rock legends including Cozy Powell\, ex-Wishbone Ash star Martin Turner\, Cream lyricist Pete Brown and others. \n \nTAC is pleased to host this event at our venue; however\, all event planning and coordination is being managed by an external organiser.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/stealer/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T213000
DTSTAMP:20260526T122126Z
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SUMMARY:Sophia & Clyde: Timeless Jazz\, Soul & Blues (In The Alex Bar)
DESCRIPTION:Clyde & Sophia put on a fun lively show celebrating classic songs in a variety of genres including Jazz\, Soul\, and Blues. \nExpect to hear Jazz classics by BILLIE HOLIDAY\, ELLA FITZGERALD\, NINA SIMONE. Expect to hear Soul and Blues classics by Stevie Wonder\, Sly Stone\, and James Brown\, BB King\, Robert Johnson\, Leadbelly\, and more!  Clyde and Sophia are guaranteed to get you dancing\, clapping and singing! \nFor more\, please click HERE.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/sophia-clyde-timeless-jazz-soul-blues-in-the-alex-bar/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260501T193000
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SUMMARY:Disco Pub Party Bingo
DESCRIPTION: Join us for pub party bingo\, our version of music bingo for smaller venues. \nThis event will be held in the Bar area of the Alexander centre.  Entry to the event is free\, but capacity is limited.  To secure your place you can purchase our bingo game Card which includes 2 rounds of bingo and a dabber. \nAdditional games of bingo and our pay to play games will also be available – pay to play on the night. \n🎶  Ditch the numbers and mark off the iconic anthems from your Music Bingo game card and party your way to Cash Prizes! \nUseful Info\nArrive early to get the best seats.\nAll drinks\, alcoholic and non-alcoholic\, will be served by the venue. Please drink responsibly.\nTickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed. \n🔞 18+ only. Photo ID will be required to claim any prize. \nThe venue operates a challenge 25 policy.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/disco-party-bingo/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260425T193000
DTSTAMP:20260424T082915Z
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SUMMARY:The Fureys | The Abbey School
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nOn New Year’s Eve\, a fire occurred at the rear of our Gatefield Hall\, The Alex’s main events space. Thankfully\, no one was in the venue and there were no injuries. This event has been relocated from St Mary’s Church to The Abbey School\, London Rd\, Faversham ME13 8RZ due to unforeseen circumstances. \nWe will be\, or may already have been\, in touch with all current ticket holders directly. If you have any questions\, please get in contact via email at bookings@thealex.org.uk or by phone on 01795 591691. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects please click HERE \n\nAfter several previous concerts in the Kent area\, THE FUREYS will play their last ever Kent concert here in  Faversham\, as part of their FAREWELL TOUR on Saturday 25th April 2026. \nLegends of Irish music & song\, The FUREYS renowned for their hit songs ‘I will love you’\, ‘When you were sweet 16’\, ‘The Green fields of France’\, ‘The old man’\, ‘Red rose café’\, ‘From Clare to here’\, ‘Her father didn’t like me anyway’\, ‘Leaving Nancy’\, ‘Steal away’ etc take to our stage for the final time as part of their FAREWELL TOUR. \nThe oldest of the brothers\, Eddie Furey left home in 1966 and travelled to Scotland at the time of the great folk revival where he met and shared accommodation with then unknown folk singers Billy Connolly and Gerry Rafferty. \nIn 1972\, Gerry Rafferty wrote ‘Her father didn’t like me anyway’ for Eddie. BBC Radio 1 presenter\, the late John Peel made it his single of the year. \nThey are particularly proud of their UK chart success with songs such as I Will Love You and When You Were Sweet Sixteen\, which in turn helped bring Irish folk and traditional music to a completely new audience. The band made their Top of the Pops debut in 1981. \nEddie Furey recalls how “many musicians have told us we influenced them after hearing a record from their parents or grandparents’ collection”. Dave Stewart of The Eurythmics has credited Eddie with teaching him his first chords on the guitar while still a teenager. Eddie would return the compliment by joining Dave on stage in Paris for a jam during Dave’s wedding to Bananarama’s Siobhan Fahey. \nTheir emotive songs stir many emotions\, tears and laughter\, sadness and joy.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/the-fureys/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T142450Z
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SUMMARY:St George’s Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:🎉 St George’s Day Celebration 🎉\nCelebrate England’s patron saint in style with an evening of music\, food\, and festive fun! \n🎶 Live Music – The McCartney Tribute Collection\nNot your average Beatles show! Enjoy a high-energy tribute to the timeless music of The Beatles\, Wings\, and Paul McCartney. A magical\, crowd-pleasing party for every generation. \n🥧🍺 Special Pie & Pint Offer\nNo St George’s Day celebration would be complete without a proper English feast! Enjoy a hearty traditional pie and a refreshing pint at a fantastic limited-time price. \nBring your friends\, wear your red and white with pride\, and join us for a St George’s Day evening to remember!
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/st-georges-day-evening-celebration/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T095525Z
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SUMMARY:The Marsh Family - In Concert  | The Old Brewery Store
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nThis event was originally scheduled to take place at the Alexander Centre\, Faversham. Following a fire on New Year’s Eve\, this space is currently out of action\, and the event has therefore been relocated to Shepherd Neame – The Old Brewery Store\, Conduit Street\, Mill Place\, Faversham\, ME13 7DY. \nFor venue-related enquiries (including access\, accessibility\, and parking)\, please contact Shepherd Neame staff on 01795 532206. \nFor a location map for the Old Brewery Store\, please click HERE \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nThe Marsh Family – In Concert \nJoin us for a fun and relaxed night of music with The Marsh Family\, a real-life musical family of six from near Faversham\, Kent. They first captured a worldwide audience during the pandemic\, appearing on BBC’s Comic Relief and Jimmy Kimmel Live\, and have since built a global following with millions of online views. \nVersatile and independent\, their music spans genres\, delivering a distinctive mix of heart\, humour\, and hope. Expect rich vocal harmonies\, playful chat (or arguments!)\, inventive parody songs\, and constantly changing instruments and styles. \nIn this concert\, they’ll perform classic folk-rock and pop covers alongside original tracks from their debut album “Hollow Chapters” (2026)\, exploring life cycles\, truth\, heroes\, and what truly matters. Their earlier singles have featured on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio Kent\, and they’ve played Plumpton Festival\, Broadstairs Folk Festival\, and Rosslyn Court. \nExperience this talented local group with a global following in a cabaret-style setup\, sharing their first album in their home town for a memorable night of music. \nAlthough the Faversham concert has now sold out\, you can still see The Marsh Family perform in-person here at their launch event at The Garlinge Theatre (Chartham) on Saturday 11th April at 7.30pm: https://marshfamilylaunch.eventbrite.co.uk/. Or get a digital ticket for the livestream and recording of the show: https://themarshfamilylivestream.eventbrite.co.uk/
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/the-marsh-family-in-concert/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260410T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260304T144733Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Claire Martin: In Concert | The Faversham Assembly Rooms
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nThis event was originally scheduled to take place at the Alexander Centre\, Faversham. Following a fire on New Year’s Eve\, this venue is currently out of action and the event has therefore been relocated to The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8PG. \nFor venue-related enquiries (including access\, accessibility\, and parking)\, please contact The Faversham Assembly Rooms on 01795 503286. \nFor a location map for The Faversham Assembly Rooms\, please click HERE \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nClaire Martin OBE in concert\nfeaturing Rob Barron\n“The Great American Songbook and Beyond” \nAward-winning vocalist Claire Martin OBE and acclaimed pianist Rob Barron unite for ‘The Great American Songbook and Beyond’ – an evening showcasing timeless classics from Gershwin\, Arlen and Cole Porter\, alongside modern favourites from artists such as Joni Mitchell.\nWidely hailed as one of the UK’s finest jazz singers\, Claire brings her trademark sophistication\, warmth\, and effortless swing to the stage – whilst Rob Barron\, praised for his impeccable touch\, provides piano accompaniment. Together\, they promise a night of expressive jazz artistry\, breathing new life into a sparkling collection of standards\, and beyond! \n“Claire Martin ranks among the four or five finest female jazz vocalists on the planet.”  Jazz Times USA\n“If there’s jazz royalty in Britain\, Claire Martin is definitely ermine-clad.”  Jazz UK \nLineupClaire Martin – VocalsRob Barron – Piano \nPart of the outstanding Jazz@TheAlex programme.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/an-evening-with-claire-martin-in-concert/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260408T193000
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SUMMARY:Mitch Benn: The Lehrer Effect | The Alex
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre\nThis event is still going ahead. Following a fire in our main hall on New Year’s Eve\, this space is currently unavailable and the event has therefore been relocated to our Bar area. \nWe apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your understanding. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects\, please click HERE \n\nMitch Benn: The Lehrer Effect \nWhen\, years ago\, a teenage Mitch discovered American comic songwriting legend Tom Lehrer\, the course of his life was changed forever. Mitch looks at the legacy of the elusive Lehrer\, the creative debt he\, and all those who mix humour and melody\, owe to him and performs some of the more Lehreresque of his own songs. Since Mr. Lehrer placed his entire catalogue in public domain\, expect a few Mitch Benn-ified covers of some of Tom’s most famous creations as well.\n​\nTom Lehrer died at the age of 97\, immediately before the premiere of the show in Edinburgh\, which means that the show became a heart-felt eulogy rather than a living tribute to the artist.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/mitch-benn-the-lehrer-effect/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260329T190000
DTSTAMP:20260211T131935Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating 100 years of Laurel & Hardy Presented by Neil Brand
DESCRIPTION:Important Notice: Fire at the Alexander Centre \nOn New Year’s Eve\, a fire occurred at the rear of our Gatefield Hall\, The Alex’s main events space. Thankfully\, no one was in the venue and there were no injuries. Unfortunately\, this event has been cancelled. \nWe will be\, or may already have been\, in touch with all current ticket holders directly. If you have any questions\, please get in contact via email at bookings@thealex.org.uk or by phone on 01795 591691. \nTo read more about the fire and its effects please click HERE \n\nFollowing the success of his 2023/24 tour\, Neil Brand invites you to celebrate the centenary of Laurel and Hardy with a brand-new show. In 1926\, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy signed separate contracts with Hollywood film mogul Hal Roach\, and appeared for the first time in a film together\, “45 Minutes from Hollywood”. The following year they would become an official comedy partnership that would set the whole world rocking with laughter. Nobody could have anticipated at the time how this unlikely Anglo/American comedy duo would become global icons in over 130 countries around the world \nWe are pleased to announce and celebrate those 100 years with the brand new production of Neil Brand’s “Evening with Laurel & Hardy” 2026 Centenary Tour. Neil has established himself as the foremost exponent of silent film and improvised piano accompaniment. \nThanks to new restorations of their silent films\, and the rediscovery of some of their lesser-known comedies\, Neil will uncover gems of hilarity from the team whose comedy never ages\, and bring them to jaw-dropping life with the demanding live piano improvisations for which he is so famous. Featuring extended scenes from the best of their silent comedies\, particularly You’re Darn Tootin\, The Finishing Touch and The Second Hundred Years. \nNeil’s concerts have proved really popular with his personal contact with the audience & his unique insight into Laurel & Hardy and the birth of the cinema industry. His engaging easy-going style\, along with his Q&A at the end of the show answering all the questions from the audience\, followed by his after-show ‘Meet and Greet’\, makes for a highly entertaining evening. \nCurrently working on a television documentary and a new book about ‘The Boys’\, Neil is once again looking forward to sharing his knowledge and expertise with audiences around the country\, and celebrating the life and times of comedy legends\, Stan Laurel & Oliver Hardy.
URL:https://thealex.org.uk/event/celebrating-100-years-of-laurel-hardy-presented-by-neil-brand/
LOCATION:The Alexander Centre\, 17 Preston Street\, Faversham\, Kent\, ME13 8NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Music
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