Cranbrook Comedy Club!
Laugh until your ribs ache, and chuckle until your cheeks hurt! It's The Cranbrook Comedy Club – THE place to watch live stand-up in Kent!
Our bar will be open from 6:40, with the amazing JEZS JUKEBOX playing all your favourite tunes LIVE.The FOOD TRUCKS are back! This time we have BUN BUDDIES, serving up the best award-winning burgers around!
Then Comedy from 8:00 pm with another amazing lineup!
This has got to be the BEST Comedy Event around!
The Linup this time… ANDREW MAXWELL: The last 12 months has been great for Andrew – on TV he’s recorded an episode of the forthcoming series of QI and has appeared on the new political panel show ‘Breaking The News’ for the BBC and "Roast Battle" on Comedy Central.
Andrew is the recognisable voice of MTV’s hit show "Ex on the Beach", on Radio 4 as the host of Andrew Maxwell’s Public Enemies and a regular on R4’s News Quiz. He has appeared on Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You , Celebrity Juice and Mock The Week .
Having the ear of both the youth and older audience Andrew is best placed to get all ages to stand up and be counted.
Throughout his career, Andrew has enjoyed many sell-out seasons at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe; he has also performed at The Secret Policeman’s Ball (alongside Eddie Izzard, Chevy Chase and Dylan Moran), Glastonbury, The HBO US Comedy & Arts Festival in Las Vegas (alongside Jerry Seinfeld and Chris Rock), and made several appearances at the Montreal Just for Laughs Festival. He was the special guest of friend Jim Jefferies for his Hammersmith Apollo dates in London.
“…a master-class in mirth. Sublime timing, relaxed delivery style, killer punch-lines: the holy trinity of stand-up are all present and correct. Go see a craftsman at work” – The HeraldCERYS NELMES: Introducing West Country Stand Up Comedian Cerys Nelmes, born and bred in the Cotswolds!
Cerys has had a very colourful and eventful life which she loves talking about to make people laugh. She performs her comedy in a story telling style with a West Country charm that is easy to warm to.
Cerys has worked very hard to forge a strong career in the comedy industry. She is a leading mc on the comedy circuit, working for major UK clubs and UK charity events. Cerys has a fantastic stage presence and her audience interaction is flawless.
Cerys performs all over the World for the Military and was the last ever comedian to perform in Afghanistan before they withdrew!
Cerys is making waves in the tv industry as one of the best female TV warm up artists, working for Gordon Ramsey/Studio Ramsey, BT Sport, ITV and Channel 4.
Cerys is a Guest Comic aboard Cruise Ships all over the World. Cerys has also appeared in Pantomime!MARK SIMMONS: Mark is an exceptional one-liner comedian which won him a place in Dave’s prestigious Best Joke of The Fringe in Edinburgh 2017 & 2019. His recent solo shows at the festival, One-Linerer, One-Linererer and One-Linerererer have been huge hits, with sell-out shows every day and a nomination for Best Show by the Amused Moose Comedy Award Fringe Show 2017.
Mark has appeared on Mock The Week (BBC), Out There (ITV) alongside Milton Jones and has also recorded a Channel 4 pilot with Bridget Christie, and has been tour support for Rob Brydon, Seann Walsh and Rob Beckett, as well as one off gigs, supporting Michael McIntyre and Jack Dee.
“Absolutely hilarious.” – The Scotsman
“A talented comic with an artisan’s grasp of joke-writing” – Chortle
“Gags of the highest order” – Broadway BabyPerformance: 13th JUNE 2025 – 8:00 PM Start – Our Bar opens at 7:00 PM
Tickets: £13.50 / £9 Front 2 Rows / £17 Balcony Front Row
Running Time: Approx 2 Hours (Including interval)Ticketholders must be 15 years old or over!
Please note: that due to the nature of this industry, the Advertised Comedians may change at short notice (if they get offered a TV slot for example), This is very rare and they will usually provide us with 28 days' notice, The Queens Hall theatre promises to provide you with a replacement comedian of the same calibre in this eventuality.
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Fri 13 June 20258:00 pm
LIVE MUSIC THAT’S LOCAL -THE WHIRLIGIGS, THE QUEEN’S HALL THEATRE, CRANBROOK – SATURDAY 14 JUNE | 7:30 | BAR from 7:00
The Whirligigs is a series of live music events being put on so that you can show your support for all the talented musicians we have locally and for live music in general.Tickets for the show cost a mere £10.00 each and are available online from www.queenshalltheatre.co.uk or in person at Larkins’ Alehouse, High Street, Cranbrook (cash only please) or of course on the door!
This time…
Hell Drivers – Telling stories with songs of roads, love, and hate. Hell Drivers, guitar-led rock and roll, sometimes heavy, sometimes bluesy, sometimes laid back, and sometimes hitting you right between the eyes. A rock and roll band in the purest sense, drawing influences from 50s rock ‘n’ roll, 60s and 70s rock and blues, 80s NWOBHM and throwing in a helping of Americana and a dash of Southern rock to create a sound that is their own….the sound of Hell Drivers!Paddy on DRUMS – Paddy Horan is a powerhouse drum soloist who redefines rhythm, blending raw percussion with contemporary tracks. Paddy brings an electrifying energy that turns every beat into a showstopper. He doesn’t just keep the rhythm — he owns it.
Victoria Park – Hailing from the heart of Cranbrook, Victoria Park is a local rock band making a big noise with a raw sound, real lyrics, and relentless energy. Blending classic rock grit with a modern edge, this hometown crew is turning heads and shaking stages.
Dirty Lexi – Perform original hard rock with a classic influence. Their sound has been described as a blend of UFO, Mötley Crüe and AC/DC, and, in fact, these artists form the basis of the major influences on the band’s writing. From their uplifting call to action of “Are You Ready?” to the anthemic “Take Me Home” via the bluesier “Gin Sin” the band are ready to get any crowd on their feet and keep them there!
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Sat 14 June 20257:30 pm
Leave Cranbrook School in 2020? Missing your school days and the friends you met along the way? Then join us on the 21st June 2025 to celebrate 5 years since you left Cranbrook School for an evening of drinks, canapés and catching up with old classmates and teachers.
The event will take place in the Dining Hall and ticket price will include a drink on arrival. There will be a paid bar thereafter.
Doors open at 7.30 and the event will conclude at 9.30pm. An opportunity for a nostalgic tour of the SFC will be available as part of the evening.
Any profit made from tickets will be donated to charity in memory of Sam West and Jackson Peacock.
Tickets only available to students who were in the Leaving Class of Year 13 2020, if tickets remain after 7th June, we will open up ticket sales for plus ones.
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Sat 21 June 20257:30 pm
BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS
Rock 'n' Rollin’ The World Since 1992!
Holly’s hits and other contemporary classics from Buddy’s rock 'n' roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show.
With over 33 years of sell out shows and international touring, Buddy Holly and The Cricketers is the ultimate rock 'n' roll experience. This live music spectacular brings together 5 top West End actor musicians whose credits include: The Buddy Holly Story, Jailhouse Rock, Lennon and Sunday In The Park With George and was endorsed as Britain’s most popular Buddy Holly act when the boys guested on BBC One's Saturday night live programme, The One and Only, hosted by Graham Norton.
This breathtaking show has rock 'n' rolled audiences across the globe from Swindon to Sweden, Barking to Bangkok, Dundee to Dubai and all across the USA, and is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles. Thousands of fans the world over have shown their appreciation with standing ovations and shouts for “more!”
Featuring raw rock 'n' roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances – and some genuinely hilarious moments – there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy experience.
The hits just keep on coming – That’ll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, Heartbeat, It Doesn’t Matter Anymore, Raining In My Heart, Oh Boy! – and many, many more.
Whatever the season, whatever the excuse to party, make your Heartbeat a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying: “I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!”
So, whether you’re young in years or young at heart, Everyday is a Holly Day with Buddy Holly and The Cricketers!
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Sat 28 June 20257:30 pm
Cranbrook School Performing Arts Presents… Grimm Tales.
Step into a world of enchantment, danger, and dark whimsy with Cranbrook Schools Junior Production of Grimm Tales, a breathtaking adaptation by Carol Ann Duffy. This captivating performance brings to life the beloved fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm, reimagined with a fresh and compelling twist. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable journey into the heart of darkness and wonder.Thursday the 3rd July 2024
Doors from 7:00pm
Performance starts at 7:30pm
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Thu 3 July 20257:30 pm
FAMBROOK – The Cranbrook Family Start of Summer Mini Festival
An afternoon of Summer Vibes from 1 PM – 5.00 PM ish*
This event will take place on the Queens Hall Theatre’s main stage but with the seating retracted to give us more room to run around, knee skid and dance! If the weather is nice we will also spill outside onto the lawn with our activities and your picnics.
The Main Stage! (in no particular order, all included in your ticket price)
Simia Circus
Come one, come all to the greatest show in town Simia Circus’s acrobatics and aerial displays will astound all of those that dare to gaze upon them!
Prepare to be amazed at their performers as they tumble down silks from great heights calling for gasps as they narrowly stop before hitting the ground. Or behold the girl in the hoop who can hang like a bat and fly like a bird. Sima Circus have amazed audiences at The Queens Hall Theatre before and we can’t wait to welcome them back and see what they have in store for us this time.Smashing Dragons
Smashing Dragons is a youth rock band, all the members are just 12 years old, and are from Cranbrook. They formed when they were just 9 years old, becoming Britain’s youngest Rock Band.UkeBoxBaby
The ‘Ukulele Mermaids & Pirate DJ Daddy’ by Ukeboxbaby is coming to The Queens Hall… Get ready for your under 10s to go in an underwater adventure and play with ukuleles, giant balloons, bubbles, silly string, water guns and more, whilst being inspired to love music.This show has a message for us to look after our oceans, shows children the joy of music and is filled with interaction, and live music with dancing. UkeBoxBaby has performed at the Brighton Fringe Festival, Camp Bestival and Fatboyslim’s Lagoonfest. They perform an interactive show with ukulele lessons, educational games, dances, bubbles, glitter and more. There are ukuleles for children to borrow, to have a go at learning ukulele songs on-stage, at key points within the show.KAMT
A performance by The Kent Academy of Musical Theatre.Character meet and greet.
All the way from Kent’s Perfect Parties & Events, two of your kids’ favourite characters will be joining us, so you can grab a selfie of you and your crew with our Frozen queen and your Friendly Neighbourhood Spider!Sparkle Fest UK’s Glitter Bar (not included in ticket price)
Glitter Tattoos, Hair Glitter, Gems and Facepainting! Instagram-worthy moments guaranteed
Your crew will shine, shimmer, and sparkle all day long!Free Activities (included in ticket price)
Simia Circus’s Circus School
Unlimited Bouncy Castle
Unlimited Craft
Free Glow SticksDon’t forget The Queens Bar will be open throughout, and you can BYOP – Bring Your Own Picnic and snacks to sustain your little ones(and big ones) throughout the FamBrook Party!
Suitable for Tinies to 11-year-olds plus their grown-ups!
Kids -£8, Adults – £10, Family of 4 -£30 and under 2s go free with a full price adult. Children must be supervised at all times.
This is an inclusive comunity event, so if you need a little help with cost? We’ve got you. Email: enquiries@queenshalltheatre.co.uk with proof of free school meals for a discounted ticket.
*Times may change a little on either side to fit in activities, times and event running order will be finalised and sent out to ticketholders before the event.
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Sun 13 July 20251:00 pm
MAN THE LIFEBOATS – with Chris Fox
Presented by: St Edith FolkFrom full-throttle folk flings to darker ruminations, traditional instrumentals to tender ballads, and (of course) an obligatory ranting protest song or three, Man The Lifeboats got together in 2016 with a view to deliver a “tonic for these troubled times.” The sound “blazes bright with its incendiary violins, glowing accordions and profound lyricism that will warm even the coldest of souls”, managing to feel fun and modern, without losing sight of the more traditional aspects of the folk genre.
Their music is evocative of the Pogues, the Levellers and Frank Turner, all self-professed influences, and even New Order, in that they can pair ennui-riddled politically-charged lyrics with tunes that demand to be danced to. They might not be able to “write a happy ending to this wasted life” as frontman Rich Quarterman sings, but they can write a relentless hook to go with a pint in the meantime.
Man The Lifeboats really are one of the live sensations on the folk scene at the moment. Don’t miss them!Tickets are sold on behalf of St Edith Folk
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Fri 12 September 20257:30 pm
Cranbrook Comedy Club!
Early Bird prices are in place – but for how long?Laugh until your ribs ache, and chuckle until your cheeks hurt! It's The Cranbrook Comedy Club – THE place to watch live stand-up in Kent!
Our bar will be open from 6:40, with our favourite jukebox band, Paradise 80s DuoThe FOOD TRUCKS are back! This time we have the seriously delicious Thai So food truck.
Then Comedy from 8:00 pm with another amazing lineup! This has got to be the BEST Comedy Event around!
The lineup this time…Naomi Cooper
“A delightfully joyful demeanour that fills the stage with mischievous glee.” – Chortle“A multi-talented performer, she’s a seasoned stand-up comedian and accomplished improviser." – Beyond the JokeMatt Bragg
“Jack Dee's world view, with Frank Skinner's voice, all wrapped in a mod's fashion sense" – Chortle"classic observation comedy, delivered with effortless style." – Ricky GervaisConor Drum
“A skilled raconteur“ – Mumble Comedy“Very shrewd observational humour“ – Broadway BabyMartin Davis
"hilarious … Davis whisks inconsequential exchanges into an electrified atmosphere … he makes it looks so easy” – ChortlePerformance: 19th SEPTEMBER 2025 – 8:00 PM Start – Our Bar opens at 7:00 PM
Tickets: £13.50 / £9 Front 2 Rows / £17 Balcony Front Row
Running Time: Approx 2 Hours (Including interval)Ticketholders must be 15 years old or over!
Please note: that due to the nature of this industry, the Advertised Comedians may change at short notice (if they get offered a TV slot for example), This is very rare and they will usually provide us with 28 days' notice, The Queens Hall theatre promises to provide you with a replacement comedian of the same calibre in this eventuality.
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Fri 19 September 20258:00 pm
Steve Knightley is set to embark on an exciting new chapter, unveiling his four-piece band for an autumn 2025 tour! Following the outstanding success of his Winter Yards solo tour, Steve joins forces with three incredible musicians—guitar virtuoso David Delarre, master percussionist Evan Carson, and double bass maestro John Parker. This powerhouse ensemble promises a rich, dynamic live experience, breathing new life into Steve’s critically acclaimed Winter Yards album. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to his music, this is an unmissable opportunity to witness one of folk music’s most revered figures in a bold new setting.
Presented by: Windy Miller's Whirligig
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Sat 8 November 20257:30 pm
Now in their 3rd decade, Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, still-relevant and dominating stages worldwide.
From their official PRS/Billboard award, performing for Virgin Atlantic in Barbados, tv appearances (BBC 2’s ‘Arena’ amongst others), and to being recruited to record and tour by none other than original Thin Lizzy member BRIAN ROBERTSON (Thin Lizzy, Motorhead), Limehouse Lizzy will emerged from the COVID lockdown year with their most explosive show and accomplished line-up yet.
Building on pre-COVID schedules inclusive of previous international tours (USA, UAE, Germany, Scandinavia, Caribbean etc.), corporate clients (Mitsubishi, NatWest) and even book appearances (The Rocker, Send In The Clones, Starstruck), 2022 witnessed the band enjoying their most successful year ever, with an unprecedented 32 sold out appearances!
And now with an immediate 4-show sell-out, 2023 shows no signs of letting up on the previous frenetic pace for the band bringing the inimitable, unique and irresistible rock/pop greatest hits homage to Philip Lynott & his band, Thin Lizzy.Book Tickets / View Details
Sat 22 November 20257:30 pm
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Sat 27 December 20251:00 pm6:00 pmSun 28 December 20251:00 pm6:00 pmMon 29 December 20256:00 pmTue 30 December 20256:00 pm
‘An Evening with Jack the Ripper’ – Whitechapel. 1888. Between August and November, a series of women are brutally murdered. The identity of the killer remains a mystery. Until now..?
It’s the greatest unsolved case in criminal history. One that continues to confuse and confound. Generating argument, debate and a host of different theories.
Who was he?
What was his motive?
And how did he get away with it?
‘An Evening with Jack the Ripper’ will delve into the sordid realms of Victorian London in an attempt to finally unmask the man, with the blackest of hearts, who preyed upon the most vulnerable members of society.
Award-winning producer and broadcaster Steve Morgan has captivated thousands of people on his celebrated ‘Ripper walks’ through the East End of London, where he retraces the steps of the notorious killer through the streets he stalked.
Now he has adapted the story for the stage and invites you to spend an evening in the company of Jack the Ripper and live to tell the tale.Book Tickets / View Details
Sat 2 May 20267:30 pm
Mark Simmons – Jest to Impress
WINNER Dave’s Funniest Joke of the Fringe 2024
As Seen on Mock The Week, BT Sport and ITV, ‘Master of one-liners’ Mark Simmons had a groundbreaking 200+ date sell out debut tour lasting two years, spanning the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand.Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff jokes based on random audience suggestions.
Mark is enjoying further success with his podcast, Jokes With Mark Simmons, where he invites a fellow comic, such as Gary Delaney, Sarah Millican, Milton Jones, and Penn & Teller to discuss jokes that they’ve written but for whatever reason couldn’t get to work.
Recipient of Victoria Wood Panel Prize Fringe 2023
UK Comics’ Comic 2022 – Best Act
RUNNER UP DAVE’s Top 10 Jokes of the Fringe 2022'Master of the crisp, clean, one-line zinger' **** Evening Standard
'A talented comic with an artisan’s grasp of joke writing' **** Chortle
'Master of one-liners…his show consists of literally one liner after one liner, with one or two breaks for the audience to catch their breath before another assault on the laughter and muscles with the next segment' **** One4Review
'Absolutely hilarious' **** ScotsmanBook Tickets / View Details
Fri 9 October 20268:00 pm