Singing Mamas
2024-07-12 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-07-19 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-07-26 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-08-09 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-08-16 13:30 - 14:45, 2024-08-23 13:30 - 14:45 (Europe/London) | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
Natural voice singing for women.
All voices welcome, no experience needed.
A supportive space to meet, connect and sing beautiful group harmony!
Fridays in term time, 1:30-2:45pm in the Hall.
Email: amasingingmamas@gmail.com
Instagram: amasingingmamamidwifeeastkent

Ecstatic Dance Whitstable
2024-07-26 17:00 - 23:00, 2024-09-27 17:00 - 23:00, 2024-10-25 17:00 - 23:00, 2024-11-29 17:00 - 23:00, 2024-12-13 08:00 - 17:00
Ecstatic Dance Whitstable is all about dancing like no one is watching you. Tea, Breathwork, DJ with Sound System, and Crystal Bowl Sound Bath.
Book online via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/hannah-chrystal-29545538099
Ecstatic Dance is all about dancing like no one is watching you; dancing without the judgment of others and dancing without limits.
This is an opportunity for free-form movement and dance in a chat free zone. You can dive deeply into the heart and body, connecting and expressing, letting go and having fun. Combing an inspiration of fusion club culture and active meditation, this is not one to be missed.
What to Expect
A warm welcome with an energising Siberian Ginseng Tea
An opportunity to land in the space and inwardly set intentions
A short meditation and warm up to lead you in to the dance
A conscious and diverse musical journey with a range of tempos. With a great sound system and live DJ
A vibrant room filled with colourful lighting, incense, candles
People who love dancing!
A relaxing meditation and crystal bowl sound bath to ground and relax you after dance.
Opportunity to stay for optional tea
There will be amazing musical rhythms that will keep you dancing from beginning to end. No prior experience is needed. All are welcome.
The good thing about Ecstatic Dance is that there are no expectations. No experience is required. You dance however you feel comfortable, without judgment.
There are only a few things to bear in mind when you’re joining an Ecstatic Dance.
Please, no talking during the main dance. You can talk in the foyer area or kitchen
Move however you wish, respect yourself and those around you
Drug-Free, Smoke-Free, Alcohol-Free environment
No photos or videos, Mobile phones muted and out of sight
No spectating
Shoes off to stay grounded
There are a limited number of low income tickets on sale for those who are earning very little or on benefits. This is honesty based. If you are able to pay for the General Admission tickets please do as this will support the event greatly.
If you are interested in helping to set up or pack away for a ticket. Please get in touch to discuss.
Contact Hannah on 07771362035 or ecstaticdancewhitstable@gmail.com for any questions.

Theatre Workshop for adults
2024-10-14 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-10-28 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-11-04 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-11-11 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-11-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-11-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-02 19:00 - 21:00 and 2 more dates | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
A new, friendly drop-in Theatre Workshop for Adults. Each class will begin with a warm-up and then we will work together as an ensemble on Voice, Movement, Scripted scenes and Improvisation to grow your acting skills and self-confidence. Please wear clothes you can move in. All abilities and ages welcome (18+).
Emma Dewhurst is a professional actress with a long and varied career in theatre, TV and film. She has worked with a number of exceptional theatre practitioners, including directors Richard Eyre (National Theatre), Roger Michell (Almeida Theatre) and Nancy Meckler (Shared Experience). In 2020 she became an accredited Transformational Life Coach and has also since earned a qualification in Group Coaching.
Emma is an experienced teacher and facilitator of groups. She was a Visiting Tutor at Lewisham College on their BTEC drama course; led drama workshops for River Drama, a weekly group for SEN children; and more recently has combined her acting and coaching skills to facilitate communication and public speaking skills for young adults.
Emma’s style is warm, friendly and inclusive. All ages are welcome to the W
orkshops and although this is a drop-in class, Emma hopes that a community ensemble might grow from the more regular participants. There are ten sessions in total between now and Christmas 2024.
This is a ‘Pay What You Feel’ community class supported by Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre. Donations are appreciated but please don’t let lack of means prevent you from attending! All are welcome.
Please note: participants are asked to wear clothes you can move in.
For any questions about the Workshops please email Emma: edewhurst100@gmail.com

Ecstatic Dance Whitstable
2025-04-18 17:00 - 23:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom

Open Mic
2025-04-24 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-05-29 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-06-26 19:00 - 22:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
It’s an Open Mic, Right?
Comedy-Poetry-Bands-Solos
Last Thursday of the Month 7-10pm –
Bar on the Night

SOUNDHOUSE WHITSTABLE // 25.04.25
2025-04-25 19:00 - 23:00
SOUNDHOUSE WHITSTABLE // 25.04.25
TICKETS:
https://shorturl.at/EQYs8
Over 18s: £10
Under 18s: £5
Join us and visit the exciting initiative SoundHouse Whitstable with funding from Arts Council England ‘s Grass Roots Music Fund and programming support from the amazing Blake McCaskill (City Sound Project) plus the technical expertise of F1 Sound Company Ltd.
We have a brilliant line up for our April gig and are offering a special introductory ticket price of only £10 and £5 for under 18’s – book now to avoid disappointment.
Location:
Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre, CT51DD
DULCIMA
Dulcima, a Kent-born musician, is emerging from the ashes of her decade-long stint with CoCo and the Butterfields to craft a raw, expressive solo sound. She is now channeling her experiences into a cathartic musical journey, weaving tales of love, loss, and rebirth through her haunting melodies and poignant lyrics.
Dulcima isn’t just a songstress but also a sustainable fashion designer. Every performance sees her adorned in her own handcrafted creations, each dress a wearable piece of art that tells its own story. Her music, like her fashion, breathes new life into the discarded and forgotten, transforming unwanted textiles into stunning bespoke gowns.
From busking on Canterbury’s streets to gracing Glastonbury’s stage, Dulcima’s journey has been anything but ordinary. Dulcima’s music and fashion intertwine, creating a multi-sensory experience that’s as unique as the artist herself as she embarks upon a solo project conveying her side of the last ten years.
LINKS
Instagram
Facebook
Spotify
NANCY OKAI
Nancy Okai is a singer-songwriter based in Ramsgate. Her music is influenced by a wide range of artists including Lianne La Havas, Daughter, and Matt Corby to name a few. Her second EP ‘VII’ released in 2017 chronicles feelings of discovery, change, love and loss. It presents an artist exploring her sound, taking musical inspiration from time spent alongside a variety of artists over the years. Nancy Okai’s sound can be described as a mix of alternative pop and soul with a hint of folk, but she ultimately leaves it to the listener to decide.
LINKS
Instagram
Spotify
SKYE DUO
Skye Duo are a soulful, jazzy originals duo based in Kent. Made up of the musical talents of Alistair Bendall and vocals from Xanthia Skye. Skye Duo were bought together through their joint love of song writing and music back in 2020 and released their first single “Sunlight” last year.
Xanthia Instagram
Xanthia Facebook
Xanthia Spotify
Location
Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre, CT51DD

SEMS presented by The Coastal Electronauts
2025-05-08 17:00 - 23:00, 2025-06-12 17:00 - 23:00
SEMS presented by The Coastal Electronauts.
Synth & Electronic Meet-up Sessions on 2nd Thursday of every month in Whitstable
Music & sound created with analogue synthesisers, radiophonics, electrical noise machines and digital sonic processing.

SOUNDHOUSE WHITSTABLE // 30.05.25
2025-05-30 19:00 - 22:30 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
SOUNDHOUSE WHITSTABLE // 30.05.25
TICKETS:
Over 18s: £10
Under 18s: £5 – U16’s must be accompanied by an adult.
Join us for the fourth instalment of SoundHouse Whitstable! An exciting new initiative supported with funding from Arts Council England ‘s Grass Roots Music Fund and programming from the amazing Blake McCaskill (City Sound Project) plus the technical expertise of F1 Sound Company Ltd.
We have another fantastic line up for our fourth gig and we are keeping your wallets in tact with tickets for ONLY £15 and £10 Under 18’s – book now to avoid disappointment! January’s standing dance Soundhouse Whitstable was a sell-out!
Location:
Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre, CT51DD
No Limits Street Band

A little about us:
Spawned from British Championship winning marching bands, No Limit Street Band provides an array of quality Brass Band entertainment. From intimate small groups for low key events, to our every popular 7 piece Brass Party Band and even full size Marching Bands.
For over a decade we have provided top quality entertainment with credits including appearances with Take That, opening Dancing On Ice live on ITV, supporting Diplo in London, Mark Ronson in Berlin, working with Nile Rodgers in London and TV commercials for Pizza Hut, Suzuki, Samsung and Square Enix.
Our focus is 100% on the end result of you and your guests singing and dancing to classic sing along pop and party music.
We love what we do and it shows.

The City Suits

The City Suits are an outstanding trio who perform the finest rock, pop, folk and indie hits from the past 60 years with a twist!
The Trio consists of Luke Jackson on vocals/ Guitar, Sam Mummery on Bass & Elliott Norris on drums. All of which have been touring, performing & writing in their own right for the last 10+ years.
Location
Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre, CT51DD

Location
Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre, CT51DD

UNDER THE UMBRELLA
2025-06-14 20:00 | Whitstable Umbrella Centre – St Marys Hall, Umbrella Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable, CT5 1DD, United Kingdom
UNDER THE UMBRELLA – Saturday 14th June
A night of music, community and fundraising – to help keep the Umbrella Centre in the hands of the community.
TICKETS:
With live music from:
BEANS ON TOAST – @beans.on.toast
The much-loved folk singer whose songs of hope, humanity and everyday life have built him a loyal worldwide audience.
SAMUEL ASHTON & THE INSTINCTS – @_samuel_ashton_
Soul-infused roots musicians with deep ties to the local area.
CHINA SOUL – @chinasoulmusic
LA-born, Whitstable-based artist known for her rich, soulful voice and beautifully crafted songs.
Music on the decks comes from Maddie-O & The CoHo Collective, resident DJs at Whitstable’s renowned party pub, the Coach & Horses. @coachandhorseswhitstable
We’ll also be hearing from some of the local people and projects that make Whitstable such a vibrant and special place to live.
Tickets are £20 in advance, with all proceeds helping to keep the Umbrella Centre in the hands of the community. We don’t expect these to last very long, so if you’d like to come, act fast.
8pm–12am | Saturday 14th June | The Umbrella Centre, Whitstable
www.umbrellacentre.co.uk

Location
Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre, CT51DD
