Flamenco Express returns to Britain with a new cargo of raw, heart-wrenching flamenco – with ‘sizzling soloist’ La Joaquina, guitar virtuoso Chris Clavo, the massive vocal presence of Antonio El Pola, and award-winning choreographer and dancer Juan Carlos Avecillas from Cadiz. Currently working with flamenco legend María Pagés, Juan already has a formidable record of prestigious Spanish […]
Invitation from Oliver Senton, Theatremaker living and working in Kent... Your chance to meet theatremakers from all over East Kent, and air all the passions, irritations and grievances you might want to air. East Kent is bursting with people who make and share live art of many different kinds: theatremakers, writers and actors; producers, educational […]
The 2023 Folkestone Documentary Festival features the best in new international documentaries. 11 feature-length films, 5 shorts, a VR exhibition, a group walk, a communal meal, drinks and parties, an industry afternoon, and the chance to hear from amazing filmmakers in post-film Q&As in a friendly and fun atmosphere. Taking place at The Silver Screen, Folkestone's […]
Life is a stress: full of rushed breakfasts, angry people, internal conflict, and Jacob Rees-Mogg. But what happens when everything you thought was important – your problems, grievances against others, your very identity – simply disappears? Multi-award-winning and trail-blazing comedian, Paul Foot, is back on tour with Dissolve, his most personal, surprising and ground-breaking show […]
Mark Simpson is a leading talent among young British composer-instrumentalists. He has appeared as a soloist with Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, BBC Philharmonic, BBC National Orchestra of Wales and Northern Sinfonia. As a composer he has written works for London Symphony Orchestra, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, National Youth Orchestra and Britten Sinfonia. Recently […]
The world-renowned clarinettist, composer, Folkestone resident and President of Bayle Music, Mark Simpson will be joined by Richard Uttley (piano) to perform a fascinating programme of his compositions alongside the two Brahms Clarinet Sonatas. Noted for the integrity and breadth of his musicianship as soloist, chamber musician and recording artist, Richard Uttley has been recognised for […]
Back by popular demand after sell out shows in 2021 & 2022! Rave On is the 50s and 60s musical sensation sweeping the nation. Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decades. Prepare to be enthralled with an evening of back to back hits, […]
Csilla is a professional cityscape artist who draws inspiration from cities around the world. She will be working in acrylics. The class will concentrate on the elements of how to paint a cityscape. The emphasis will be on using acrylics but students are welcome to choose what medium they like to work with. Open to: Everyone! […]
Harriet Mackenzie – violinMeg-Rosaleen Hamilton – viola Miloš Milivojević – accordion The members of Kosmos have travelled extensively, performing with musicians all over the world, as well as within the broad multiculturalism of London’s music scene. They have collectively studied music from North Africa, the Middle East, Jewish, Balkan and Gypsy music, Argentine tango, flamenco, […]
*** UPDATE: the meeting with Sir Roger de Haan on Thursday 26th October has been changed from Wards Hotel to Three Hills Sports Park, Cheriton Rd, Folkestone CT19 5JU. *** For details see https://community.serclients.space/go-folkestone-members-special-extra-meeting/.