Vibe's Jessy Parker Humphreys takes a look at some of the best things going on in south east London and north Kent this week:
The Man Jesus at The Churchill Theatre, Bromley from 7.30pm on Monday (September 29).
Simon Callow stars in the Lyric Belfast production of the key moments from Jesus’ life, and asks the question: what sort of a man was able to inspire the history of the world? Tickets cost £25. Go to atgtickets.com/bromley
Pride and Prejudice at Ashcroft Theatre, Fairfield Halls, in Croydon from Wednesday to Friday (September 24 to 26) Husband and wife actors Joannah Tincey and Nicholas Underwood juggle the full gamut of Jane Austen’s well-loved characters –including the five Bennett sisters and Mr Darcy in a unique staging of the novel, with every word spoken lifted directly from the text. Tickets cost £13. Go to Fairfield.co.uk
Four Parks of Bromley at Crystal Palace Train Station, from 10am on Sunday (September 28). Stretch your legs and enjoy the local scenery with this challenging 30 mile cycle route which takes in four of Bromley’s parks: Cator, Normal, Langley and High Elms. Go to skygoride.com
The Big Draw on Chislehurst Common, from 1pm on Saturday (September 27) Sharpen your pencils and fire up your creative engines to discover the art in science as The Big Draw returns to Chislehurst Common for its 11th year. It costs £2 for adults and £3 for children. Go to thebigdraw.co.uk
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at The Churchill Theatre, Bromley from Tuesday to Saturday (September 23 to 27) Featuring a cluster of stars from The X Factor and EastEnders, this production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic musical will leave the songs in your head for the week. Tickets cost £13 to £35. Go to atgtickets.com/bromley
Octopump real ale and cider festival at The Royal Albert in New Cross Road from Friday to Sunday (September 26 to 28) Sample in excess of 15 real ales, many from Kent’s microbreweries, at the three-day festival which includes live bands, DJs and even an art exhibition next door. Go to royalalbertpub.com
Faust at Greenwich Theatre, Greenwich until Saturday (27) DumbWise’s stylish retelling of the first part of Goethe’s Faust uses physical musicianship and word-craft to create a unique theatre experience. Tickets cost £16. Go to greenwichtheatre.org.uk
Kylie at the O2 Arena, Greenwich from Monday to Wednesday (September 29 to October 1) One of the original Queens of Pop will be showcasing material from her new album, her first in four years, as well as the old classics. Ticket prices range from £53 to £97. Go to theo2.co.uk
Oh My Cabaret at The Amersham Arms, New Cross from 7pm on Thursday (September 25) The launch of this new cabaret night promises burlesque, comedy, drag and magic. Feel free to don some fancy dress. Tickets cost £3.50 in advance or £5 on the door. Go to theamershamarms.com
Greenwich Comedy Festival at The National Maritime Museum, Greenwich from Wednesday to Sunday (September 24 to September 28) Laugh yourself silly with comedy from some of Britain’s most high profile names, including Stewart Lee, Stephen K Amos and Phill Jupitus. Tickets cost £18.50. Go to greenwichcomedyfestival.co.uk
Dashwoodstock at Dashwood Social Club in Thamesmead from 3.30pm to late on Saturday (September 27). Now in its fourth year, the free music festival for all ages features eight bands, many of them local, and aims to give the local music scene a boost. Call 020 83120958 for details.
Jimmy Carr at The Orchard Theatre, Dartford from 8pm on Tuesday (September 30). Jimmy Carr promises that his latest stand up tour will be both ‘rude and offensive’ as well as ‘packed with jokes’ and ‘a great night out’. Not one for the faint hearted. Tickets cost £26. Go to orchardtheatre.co.uk
Gareth Gates at The Woodville, Gravesham from 7.30pm on Sunday (September 28). It’s 12 years since Gareth was pipped to the Pop Idol title by Will Young. Having starred in the West End and won Dancing On Ice since, he’s now touring to celebrate the release of his Greatest Hits album. Ticket prices range from £16 to £26. Go to Woodville.co.uk
World War One Centenary Act of Remembrance at St John The Evangelist Church, Bexley from 3pm on Sunday (September 28). As people across Europe unite to remember the centenary of the First World War, the Mayor of Bexley will attend this service. Call 07775674503 for more information.
Madama Butterly at The Orchard Theatre, Dartford from 7.30pm on Sunday (September 28).This award winning production of one of the world’s most popular operas features Korean and Japanese soloists as it tells the heartbreaking story of a beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American lieutenant. Ticket prices range from £20 to £33.50. Go to orchardtheatre.co.uk
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