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In a cultural landscape filled with endless pundits and talking heads, Fran Lebowitz stands out as one of our most insightful social commentators. An American original and purveyor of urban cool, the cultural satirist and author is pointed, forthright, unapologetically opinionated, and known for her hilariously dry social commentary on American life. Lebowitz’s recent Netflix documentary series directed by good friend Martin Scorsese, Pretend It’s A City, was an unmitigated hit with its offering of a tantalizing snapshot of New York in full bloom, along with Lebowitz’s lively and unapologetic commentary on what it means to live there. Lebowitz will be live in conversation, sharing her invariably cutting take on anything and everything; from growing up in New Jersey and being expelled from her high school for being a bad influence on her peers, to moving to New York City in the 70s, and writing a column for Andy Warhol’s Interview magazine. She’ll offer insights on such timely issues as gender, race, gay rights, and the media, as well as on her own pet peeves – including celebrity culture, tourists, and baby strollers. These events promise to be a balm in a wildly shifting world, offering spot-on observations about contemporary living and the opportunity to...

Join us for the musical phenomenon of 2023 with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feelgood factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960’s. Whether you come to relive your childhood memories or you just simply want to see what your parents have been raving about for all these years this is the show to see. These legends of the 60’s will deliver to you a night never to be forgotten. Starring Dozy Beaky Mick & Tich, The Trems (former members of The Tremeloes), The Fortunes, Mike d’Abo (former lead singer with Manfred Mann) The Swinging Blue Jeans and Vanity Fare. Full of timeless classics, hits include The Legend Of Xanadu, Silence Is Golden, Storm In A Teacup, Mighty Quinn, Hippy Hippy Shake, Hitchin A Ride, plus many more. Step back in time to when pop music was at its very best.

Join BBC Radio 4’s cop-turned-comedian Alfie Moore for his latest stand-up tour show. Fair Cop Unleashed is based on a dramatic real-life incident from Alfie’s police casebook. Relive with him the thrilling ups and downs of the night a mysterious clown came to town and more than one life ended up in the balance. It was no laughing matter – but this show certainly is! Enjoy Alfie’s unique brand of humour hilariously woven together with his personal insights into his life on the front-line of the police force. It’d be a crime to miss it!

Strictly Come Dancing legend and judge, Anton Du Beke, takes to the stage with his show in 2023. Joining the ever so fab-u-lous Anton Du Beke on his ‘Evening With’ tour as special guest singer is LANCE ELLINGTON – one of the UK’s most popular male vocalists. Lance frequently appears on BBC Strictly Come Dancing as one of the main singers and has also worked with many of the world’s top recording artists, including Sting, Michael Jackson and Tina Turner. He is also a regular performer at Ronnie Scott’s – one of the most famous Jazz clubs in the world. With his live band, guest singer and his dancers, expect a fab-u-lous evening of song, dance and laughter. Anton will be performing some of his favourite songs and dances that have inspired his career throughout his life. Expect behind the scenes stories from his time on Strictly that will have you laughing out loud. Don’t miss this special opportunity to get up close to the King of the ballroom in 2023.