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Event Listings for Hastings and the surrounding area

There are a wide variety of local events taking place throughout the year. These listings are published in association with The List and aim to guide you where to go and what to see in the Hastings area.

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Whats On in Hastings



Arthur's Dream Boat: Long Nose Puppets (Ages 2-7)

A children's show about a small boy and his dream boat, presented by the award-winning puppeteers.
27 May–28 May at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Back To Broadway

A sparkling stage production celebrating the best of Broadway and the West End.
22 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Battle Tactics for Kids

Learn the skills of a Norman or Saxon soldier. Paint your own shield and have a go in the Kids Battle of Hastings!
1 Aug–31 Aug at English Heritage: 1066 Battle Of Hastings, Abbey And Battlefield, Battle.

Battle Tactics For Kids

Children can learn the skills used by Norman or Saxon soldiers when fighting, paint a shield and have a go in the mock battle.
1 Aug–31 Aug at English Heritage: 1066 Battle Of Hastings, Abbey And Battlefield, Battle.

Ben White & Lone Ormonde: Small Movements Of The Heart

Contemporary iPad paintings, drawings, monoprints and linocuts, inspired by nature and poetry created by White, shown alongside the delicate small-scale sculptures of Ormonde.
1 Apr–1 Jun at The Stables Theatre And Arts Centre, Hastings.

Book Club

An informal reading group.
28 May, 4 Jun–25 Jun at The Stables Theatre And Arts Centre, Hastings.

Brian White's French Quarter All Stars

The six-piece collective performs New Orleans-style trad-jazz and compositions.
9 Aug at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Celebrity Cook Off

Two well known TV celebrities go head-to-head live in a competition to win the day's best dish. This also provides an up close and personal look at learning how to cook some of the best tasting meals.
13 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Cirque Du Ciel: Shaolin Warriors: Return Of The Master

A breathtaking theatrical Kung Fu Show which continues the story of the warrior and vividly depicts the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters' feats of agility strength and skill, using Buddhist Meditation and their rigorous martial arts training.
18 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Colin Kingwell's Jazz Bandits

The trombone-player performs New Orleans-style jazz with his band.
30 Aug at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare (Abridged)

The Reduced Shakespeare Company gallops through all 37 of the Bard's masterpieces in just 97 minutes. This revised and updated version of the show that ran for nine years in London's West End is written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield. Directed by Reed Martin and Austin Tichenor.
7 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Curiosity Bazaar

Indoor sales of items for home and garden, bric-a-brac, crafty makes, cakes, bakes, vintage and groceries. Jim Proudfoot of Cheap Thrills will be providing the soundtrack for the day.
29 Jun at The Printworks, Hastings.

Cut The Mustard

The band plays various rock covers.
30 May at Porters Wine Bar, Hastings.

Dancing Diva's

28 May, 4 Jun–25 Jun, 2 Jul–30 Jul, 6 Aug–27 Aug at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

Dennis Armstrong's Great Northern Jazz Band

The band play jazz standards.
24 May at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Derek Acorah

The TV psychic takes to the stage to bring his supernatural show to his fans, up close and personal. Acorah has helped bring supernatural experiences to a mainstream audience instead of being more of a cult. The medium's first supernatural encounter happened at a young age when his grandfather died and later his spirit visited him. Acorah is perhaps most famous for his appearances on the hit Living TV show Most Haunted which is presented by Yvette Fielding. Acorah became a popular medium of the show featuring on the first six series and participating in live specials which showcased his talents. After Most Haunted, Acorah got his own TV show Derek Acorah's Ghost Towns which focused on people rather than haunted buildings. Acorah has released many DVDs which showcase his talents along with published books which explore his talent and amazing stories which he has encountered. His supernatural gifts have made Acorah a success internationally, with his UK tours constantly proving popular year after year.
19 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Diana Freedman's School Of Dance: Dance For Britain

13 Jul at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

The Dreamboys

The ultimate ladies night! This show is 90 minutes of highly original acts featuring some of the best looking boys in an all male glamour extravaganza.
6 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

An Evening Of Dirty Dancing

Stage Acts Productions presents a musical show with a party atmosphere, paying tribute to the 1987 film. Numbers include Do You Love Me, She's Like The Wind, Big Girls Don't Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Be My Baby, Hungry Eyes and The Time of My Life.
29 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Fanzine Workshop

Celebrate culture and passions through art and design with Tristan Manco, developing handmade techniques including lettering, stencilling, stickers, stencils and collage.
25 May, 8 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Flash: Queen Tribute

27 Jul at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Friday At West Exit

Anile, Melinki, Terpsichore and BustaDJ spin drum'n'bass, ambient and deep soul.
31 May at West Exit, Hastings.

Fusion Choir: Workshop

Learn popular classic and modern songs, adding simple routines.
29 May, 5 Jun–26 Jun, 3 Jul–31 Jul, 7 Aug–28 Aug at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

Gallery Tour

Curator David Rhodes guides guests around the exhibition, giving information on the works.
22 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Gambit Jazzmen

Traditional, New Orleans-style jazz from the band led by Pete Lay on drums.
2 Aug at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Glyndebourne Festival: Ariadne auf Naxos

A live screening of Strauss & Hofmannsthal's opera-within-an-opera, which has maintained its popularity thanks partly to the power of the title role, but also because it has an early 20th century example of a breakout character: the supporting role of Zerbinetta, a brilliant showpiece for a soprano.
4 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Glyndebourne Festival: Hippolyte et Aricie

Live broadcast of Rameau's first opera.
25 Jul at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Goff Dubber's Dixieland Express

The saxophonist and his band performs a collection of classic jazz and Dixieland jazz songs.
14 Jun at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Golden Eagle Jazz Band

The band plays trad jazz standards.
23 Aug at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Graeme Hewitt's High Society Jazz Band

The ensemble performs traditional jazz and Dixieland.
7 Jun at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Henning Wehn: Henning Knows Bestest

Germany's sort of Comedy Ambassador (we think he made up that title) dispelling the myth that his countryfolk have no sense of humour.
8 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

HM Royal Marines Band And Brighton Welsh Male Voice Choir

The military bands perform classic works from 1939-2012.
25 May at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

The Jazzaholics

The collective performs trad-jazz and a selection of jazz standards.
19 Jul at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Jeffery Camp: The Way To Beachy Head

Landscape paintings of the coastline of Sussex and the South Downs, marking the 90th birthday of the Royal Academician.
20 Jul–9 Oct at Jerwood Gallery, Hastings.

Jerwood Collection

A comprehensive overview of 20th and 21st century British art including works by prominent artists such as Spencer, Lowry, Walter Richard Sickert and Augustus John.
25 Nov 2012–31 Dec 2013 at Jerwood Gallery, Hastings.

John Maddocks Jazz Men

The Dorset-based bass-guitarist performs trad-jazz with his collective.
26 Jul at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

John Shillito's Select Six

The trumpet-player and his accompanying musicians perform New Orleans-style trad jazz.
16 Aug at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Julian Nicholas, Mark Bassey, Jazz Hastings Trio

4 Jun at East Hastings Sea Angling Association, Hastings.

Julie Felix

The veteran American singer-songwriter and guitarist, now based in Hertfordshire, plays folk-rock.
25 May at The Stables Theatre And Arts Centre, Hastings.

A K Benedict: Book Signing

The author signs copies of her new book, The Beauty Of Murder.
25 May at Waterstones, Hastings.

Kiss My Disco

Resident DJs play pop, dance and party tunes.
29 May at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Knights Challenge for Kids

Have you got what it takes to be a Norman or Saxon knight? Come and grab your sword and shield and we'll put you through this fun challenge to test the skills you will need to complete your quest before you're knighted.
27 May–31 May at English Heritage: 1066 Battle Of Hastings, Abbey And Battlefield, Battle.

Knights Challenge For Kids

A time travellers' event for children with fancy dress and mock battles.
27 May–31 May at English Heritage: 1066 Battle Of Hastings, Abbey And Battlefield, Battle.

Laton Ash Dance School

A spectacularly costumed and varied programme of dance, featuring the whole school from weenies to seniors.
1 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Lau

Aidan O'Rourke (fiddle), Kris Drever (guitar and vocals) and Martin Green (accordion) drawing together traditional music from Orkney, west Scotland and the north-east of England.
21 Nov at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Les Hanscombe's Tailgate Jazz Band

The trombone-player fronts the ensemble in a performance of trad-jazz.
31 May at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Letz Zep: Led Zeppelin Tribute

20 Sep at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

Liane Carroll

Soulful jazz from the singer and pianist.
29 May at Porters Wine Bar, Hastings.

Lift The Lid

Sheridan Quigley leads the group in creating a large collaborative piece of work.
2 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Mark Thomas, Mark Steel & Friends

Stand-up from Mark Thomas, Mark Steel, Josie Long, Sir Ian Bowler MP, Tiffany Stevenson, James Acaster and Ivor Dembina. In aid of Hastings Furniture Service.
14 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Melt Yourself Down

Exciting new jazz punk combo featuring ex-members of the supreme Acoustic Ladyland.
7 Jun at The Printworks, Hastings.

Modern Jive Dance Club: Workshop

Learn how to jive as a fun way to keep fit.
27 May, 3 Jun–24 Jun, 1 Jul–29 Jul, 5 Aug–26 Aug at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

National Theatre Live: Othello

Shakespeare's story of jealousy, murder and the danger of ear-whisperers gets modernised and beamed live from the stage.
26 Sep at Odeon Hastings, Hastings.

New Orleans Heat

The New Orleans-style jazz outfit performs.
12 Jul at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

A Night At The Musicals: St Paul's

Following the huge success of their debut at The White Rock Theatre last year, the pupils from Key Stage 2 at St Paul's CE Primary School invite you to join them for a magical 'Night at the Musicals'. The show will feature dance, drama, gymnastics and musical performances to songs from all of your favourite musicals including Les Miserables, The Wizard of Oz, The Lion King and Tommy, to name but a few. Don't miss out on what promises to be a fantastic evening's entertainment.
12 Jul at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Of Monsters And Men

Folk and indie-pop by the band from Reykjavik.
3 Jul at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Olafur Arnalds

Rock, pop and electronica sounds from the Icelandic composer and performer.
2 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Party Nights

Resident DJs play Motown, pop, 1970s, 1980s and 1990s music, with a live performance from Mixbeats.
28 Jun, 26 Jul at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

The Pink Moon Charity Gala

Owen Donovan, Jessie Pie and the Thorn perform alongside a 'buy what you see' catwalk show, all in support of Cancer Research UK.
8 Jun at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

Radical Riders: Workshop

Draw British icons riding motorbikes, using pre-prepared images or own ideas from scratch, with Sheridan Quigley.
15 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

The Rat Pack: Live

Swinging jazz covering the songs of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jnr and Dean Martin. Backed by the sassy Berelli Sisters and a 12-piece jazz orchestra.
14 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Ready Steady Cook Live

Watch the red peppers and green tomatoes fly at this live food show.
5 Oct at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Rhymetimes (Under 5s)

29 May, 5 Jun–26 Jun, 3 Jul–31 Jul at Bexhill Library, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra: Tchaikovsky

A performance of works by Tchaikovsky, including Piano Concerto No 1 and The Nutcracker.
1 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Sally Morgan: Psychic Sally on the Road

Sally pretends her 'psychic' powers have been with her since she was nine months old, and she's now taking her 'psychic' knowledge on tour.
8 Nov at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Sam Culver

The singer and guitarist plays folk-rock.
26 May at Porters Wine Bar, Hastings.

Sammi Aerobics Class

27 May, 30 May, 3 Jun–24 Jun, 6 Jun–27 Jun, 4 Jul–25 Jul, 1 Jul–29 Jul, 1 Aug–29 Aug, 5 Aug–26 Aug at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

Saturday At West Exit

Simon Baker with guests Yannis Bilalisand Simon Little spin house and techno.
25 May at West Exit, Hastings.

The Savannah Jazz Band

New Orleans-style jazz and swing combo.
21 Jun at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Sean Lock: Purple Van Man

You know fine well who he is, now pop along and see his new show, which looks at life from a skewed white van man's perspective.
21 Jul at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Shaun Gladwell: Cycles of Radical Will

Adapting its title from Susan Sontag's fiery essay collection Styles of Radical Will, this latest exhibition by the Australian artist is his largest in the UK to date. In Mini Ramp Intersection, a skate ramp installed on the roof of the building encourages users either to joust with each other or to avoid colliding. Elsewhere, in a series of videos, a figure dressed as the mythological character of Jack-in-the-Green rides around the countryside on motorcycles.
29 Apr–23 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Shaun Gladwell: Cycles Of Radical Will

A changing display of videos and installations by the Australian artist, exploring the dynamics of contemporary culture and the conflicts that can arise between different traditions and practices.
2 Feb–23 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Storytime (Under 5s)

25 May, 1 Jun–29 Jun, 6 Jul–27 Jul at Bexhill Library, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Summer Holiday: The Hastleones

This stage musical based on the famous film follows Don and his fellow London Transport bus mechanics as they journey through Paris, the Alps, Italy and then Greece.
22 May–25 May at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

The Summer Sing

A massed young choir performance, featuring school and comminuty groups.
18 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Sunday At West Exit

Mr C, Simon Little and Jim Bull spin house tracks.
26 May at West Exit, Hastings.

Sussex Jazz Kings

The trumpeter leads his jazz band, featuring Len Baldwin on trombone, Phil Durell on banjo, clarinettist Bernard Strutt, drummer John Hall and bassist Peter Clancy.
28 Jun at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Tales For Toddlers

Australian poet Rosemary Harris reads some of her own works, with an art workshop from Ed Boxall and story-telling from Kevin Graal.
10 Jun at De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill-on-Sea.

Tony Pitt All Stars

The trumpet-player and his accompanying band perform New Orleans-style trad-jazz with swing elements.
5 Jul at Azur, St. Leonards-on-Sea.

Tubular Bells For Two: Mike Oldfield Tribute

The Australian duo of Daniel Holdsworth and Aidan Roberts performs the musician's hit 1973 album Tubular Bells in its entirety.
26 Jun at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings.

Venuu Opening Night

Glamorous opening party for Hastings' new club venue.
25 May at Venuu, Hastings.

Venuu Opening Night

The Analysir spins house and techno tracks.
25 May–26 May at Venuu, Hastings.

West Exit Presents

Coffi spins progressive and tech house, with support from Swifty and Rapture & Rogues.
24 May at West Exit, Hastings.

William Scott: Divided Figure

An exhibition celebrating the centenary of the birth of Scott, one of the leading and most influential British painters of the 20th century and a central figure in European and American art, including photographs, exhibition catalogues and archive material.
27 Apr–10 Jul at Jerwood Gallery, Hastings.

Zumba: Workshop

Depending on energy levels, zumba yourself silly, until your heart's content, or like there's no tomorrow.
22 May–29 May, 5 Jun–26 Jun, 3 Jul–31 Jul, 7 Aug–28 Aug at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

Zumbatomic: Workshop (Ages 12-17)

Learn zumba steps and routines to Latin and commercial music.
29 May, 5 Jun–26 Jun, 3 Jul–31 Jul, 7 Aug–28 Aug at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

Zumbatomic: Workshop (Ages 5-11)

29 May, 5 Jun–26 Jun, 3 Jul–31 Jul, 7 Aug–28 Aug at Phoenix Arts Centre, Hastings.

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