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Don't Miss The Songs of Steely Dan by Simply Dan

Simply Dan are an eleven piece line up of experienced musicians, who have performed with a diverse mix of artists nationally and worldwide. They are united in their love of the music of Steely Dan - faithfully harnessing the jazz, pop and R&B influences of the now legendary Walter Becker and Donald Fagen sound.

FEATURED SHOWS

Michelle de Swarte: The Afters

9th July

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Joe Tracini: 10 Things I Hate About Me

12th June

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HI: Singers Showcase

28th June

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2026 Open Air Summer Tour Returns with The Adventures of Peter Rabbit from 15-18 August

To mark 160 years since the birth of Beatrix Potter, the Hazlitt Theatre, Parkwood Theatres and Maidstone Borough Council return to entertain local communities with their hotly anticipated Open Air Summer Tour. Join us this summer for The Adventures of Peter Rabbit.

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Annual Hazlitt Institute (HI) Musical is ... Chitty Chitty Bang Bang running 28 - 31 October

The Hazlitt Institute of Performing Arts is delighted to present the sensational family musical CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG! Get ready to be swept away on a fantastic journey with Caractacus Potts, his children, Jemima and Jeremy, and the wonderful, one-of-a-kind car that flies and floats—Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! Bring the whole family to experience a tale of eccentric inventors, daring spies, and a truly magnificent machine.

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£1 Early Bird Offer Must End In August - Book Beauty & The Beast now!

Prepare for ow next enchanting Hazlitt panto filled with laughter, stunning sets, sensational costumes, catchy music and plenty of Christmas sparkle. And when you purchase your tickets by the end of August 2026, magically save £1 with our limited time early bird offer!

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Looking for the perfect gift but can't decide?

Get the perfect gift - on the go or from the comfort of your own home. Give the gift of choice at any time with our Hazlitt Theatre Vouchers.

Theatre Tokens also available from our box office.

GIFT VOUCHERS HERE

YOUR VISIT

Here you’ll find all of the information you need ahead of your visit. Whether it’s where to park, accessibility information or what facilities we have at the theatre.

TAKE PART

We have a range of opportunities and schemes at the theatre that will welcome applicants from all backgrounds to take part. Whether this be with our Hazlitt Institute or making your visit more accessible with our Access Memberships.