Hemsted Park

Hemsted Park Kent's newest arts venue, based on the stunning 250-acre site of the world-renowned Benenden School

🎹 Classical music… explained?From why is organ music so boring? to what did Mozart steal from ABBA? and what do conducto...
04/09/2026

🎹 Classical music… explained?

From why is organ music so boring? to what did Mozart steal from ABBA? and what do conductors actually do?

Rainer Hersch’s All Classical Music Explained – Live! is a hilarious mix of comedy, music and some very entertaining questions. Whether you’re a lifelong classical music fan or couldn’t tell a string quartet from a string vest, you’re in for a brilliant night!

📍 Hemsted Park, Theatre
📅 Saturday 17 October

Described by Time Out as “the funniest concert you will ever see”.

Come along. You might even learn something. 😄

Tickets on sale now 👉https://buff.ly/oXWgHx4

The full Autumn/Winter programme is here 🍂There’s something special about the arrival of autumn at Hemsted Park. As the ...
28/08/2026

The full Autumn/Winter programme is here 🍂

There’s something special about the arrival of autumn at Hemsted Park. As the seasons change, so does our programme, bringing together outstanding music, performances and plenty to look forward to in the months ahead.

From The Hanover Band and 125 Years of Jazz Piano, to Locomotive for Murder, A Christmas Carol, The Nutcracker and Cinderella the Ballet, there’s plenty to discover this season.

Take a look at the full programme and start planning your next visit to Hemsted Park.

🎟️ Book your tickets 👉 https://buff.ly/IVC6tYT

And here it is… our final addition to the Autumn/Winter programme! 🩰Cinderella – The Ballet📅 Saturday 13 February 2027 |...
21/08/2026

And here it is… our final addition to the Autumn/Winter programme! 🩰

Cinderella – The Ballet

📅 Saturday 13 February 2027 | Theatre, Hemsted Park

The timeless Cinderella story comes to life in a beautiful new ballet from the Let’s All Dance Ballet Company, combining stunning dancing, gorgeous music and beautiful costumes in a production created especially to introduce young audiences to ballet.

At just 55 minutes with no interval, it’s a wonderful first ballet experience for children, with a photo opportunity with the dancers on stage after every show. 📸

Suitable for the whole family, particularly ages 2–14, including those with additional needs.

And with Cinderella, our Autumn/Winter 2026–27 programme is now complete. ✨

🎟️ Tickets are already selling, so don’t miss out!

Book here 👉 https://buff.ly/gfa2R2q

FRIDAY ANNOUNCEMENTWe’re finishing off our Autumn/Winter announcements with something rather special... 🎶The Hanover Ban...
21/08/2026

FRIDAY ANNOUNCEMENT

We’re finishing off our Autumn/Winter announcements with something rather special... 🎶

The Hanover Band

📅 Sunday 8 November 2026 | Centenary Hall, Hemsted Park

The Hanover Band brings its renowned period instrument sound to Hemsted Park for an evening of Mozart, including the Divertimento in D, Clarinet Concerto featuring Sarah Thurlow on clarinet, and Requiem, directed by Benedict Hoffnung.

One of the UK’s finest period instrument orchestras, The Hanover Band is known for performances that bring earlier music to life with colour, character and passion.

A beautiful addition to our programme, and one for classical music lovers to look forward to. ✨

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now 👉 https://buff.ly/X8ro0Bb

🎉 Friday announcement 🎉Yes, it might be the hottest day of the year… but hear us out.We know it’s still August, but some...
14/08/2026

🎉 Friday announcement 🎉

Yes, it might be the hottest day of the year… but hear us out.

We know it’s still August, but some things are worth planning ahead for. Today’s addition to our Autumn/Winter 2026 season is one we think you’ll want to know about…

STEP INTO CHRISTMAS

Saturday 12 December 2026 | Centenary Hall

After a sensational run, this feel-good Christmas concert returns bigger, brighter and more festive than ever, with all your favourite Christmas classics, dazzling performances, stunning visuals and a sensational live band.

Think big festive anthems, beautiful ballads and plenty of songs to sing along to.

It may be a little early to say it… but this one is going to be amazing.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now 👉 https://buff.ly/VBPw1wa

Friday! Another reveal.🚂 All aboard… but who will survive?Our Autumn/Winter 2026 season continues with Locomotive for Mu...
07/08/2026

Friday! Another reveal.

🚂 All aboard… but who will survive?
Our Autumn/Winter 2026 season continues with Locomotive for Murder: The Improvised Whodunnit, coming to Hemsted Park Theatre this November.

📅 Friday 6 November 2026
📍 Theatre, Hemsted Park

Four characters board a train, but not everyone will make it to the final destination…

Offie nominated Edinburgh Fringe favourites Pinch Punch bring their five star, sell out show to Hemsted Park for a totally improvised and totally hilarious murder mystery.

With shaky alibis, silver tongued sleuths, thrills, spills and good old fashioned kills, this is a whodunnit where you could help crack the case.

Every performance is completely unique, using real life audience stories and suggestions. Put your detective skills to the test and see if you can work out whodunnit.

🎟️ Tickets on sale 👉https://buff.ly/1ekaSvF

🎹 FRIDAY, NEW EVENT!We’re delighted to announce 125 Years of Jazz Piano: James Pearson & Friends, coming to Hemsted Park...
31/07/2026

🎹 FRIDAY, NEW EVENT!

We’re delighted to announce 125 Years of Jazz Piano: James Pearson & Friends, coming to Hemsted Park this November as part of our Autumn/Winter 2026 season.

📅 Friday 20 November 2026, 7.30pm
📍 Centenary Hall, Hemsted Park

Pianist, composer and Artistic Director at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, James Pearson brings together a trio of world-class musicians for a whistle-stop tour through 125 years of jazz piano.

From Ragtime and Stride to Boogie Woogie and Big Band, discover the music of legendary jazz piano greats including Jelly Roll Morton, Fats Waller, Art Tatum, George Shearing, Dave Brubeck and Oscar Peterson.

An evening of incredible music, fascinating stories, anecdotes, wit and virtuosic piano playing.

🎟️ Tickets on sale 👉 https://buff.ly/ryRsvEX

🎭 NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTA CHRISTMAS CAROL📅 Friday 4 December 2026📍 Hemsted Park, Theatre This festive season, Charles Di...
24/07/2026

🎭 NEW EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

📅 Friday 4 December 2026
📍 Hemsted Park, Theatre

This festive season, Charles Dickens’ much-loved A Christmas Carol comes to Hemsted Park.

On Christmas Eve, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge embarks upon a journey through his past, present and future, learning along the way to appreciate the true meaning of Christmas.

A festive treat for all the family, Dickens’ beloved tale of redemption is brought to the stage in an authentic and joyful adaptation from Operation Moonlight.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now 👉 https://buff.ly/CjqT4BI

🎬 We’re excited to reveal another new season event! GIANT – The Play (Cinema Screening)📅 Sunday 29 November 2026Experien...
17/07/2026

🎬 We’re excited to reveal another new season event!

GIANT – The Play (Cinema Screening)
📅 Sunday 29 November 2026

Experience the 5 star, critically acclaimed play that's taken the theatre world by storm.

Starring John Lithgow as Roald Dahl, this award winning production was filmed live in London's West End ahead of its sold out Broadway run.

Winner of 3 Olivier Awards®, including Best Play, and a Tony Award® for Best Actor in a Play (John Lithgow), this is your chance to see one of the year's most talked about productions on the big screen.

🎟 Book your tickets today 👉https://buff.ly/7V5I07u

🎉 It's Friday, which means another new season announcement!All Classical Music Explained Live!📅 Saturday 17 OctoberJoin ...
10/07/2026

🎉 It's Friday, which means another new season announcement!

All Classical Music Explained Live!
📅 Saturday 17 October

Join pianist, conductor and comedian Rainer Hersch for a hilarious evening that answers the questions you've never thought to ask...

Why is organ music so boring? What did Mozart steal from ABBA? And what do conductors actually do?

Whether you're a classical music lover or can't tell a string quartet from a string vest, this show will teach you nothing, but it will make you laugh.

⭐ "The funniest concert you will ever see." – Time Out
⭐ "A brilliantly funny evening." – Edinburgh Festivals Magazine

🎟 Book now: https://buff.ly/y6gAI5R

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