Kingston upon Thames business and leisure listings and links

Kingston College Rugby Academy. Recruiting now for September 2012

Kingston Rugby Football Club provides our Rugby Academy with outstanding grounds for their training and games, and works with the College to develop the rugby of College players to senior and professional levels. Read more >

DEVISING THEATRE WORKSHOP

With Jennifer Monk Learn the secrets of devised theatre in this one-week intensive workshop series with International Performing Arts Practitioner and perform in the Theatre show.
Age: for High School students in years 7 - 12.
Dates & Times: June 29th: 4.30-7pm, 30th: 1-5pm, July 1st: 4.30-8pm, 2nd: 4.30 - 7pm, 3rd: 4.30-7pm & 4th: 4.30 - 6.30pm
Cost: £95
Venue: The Rose Theatre, Studio 24-26 High Street Kingston upon Thames KT1 1HLTo request a Workshop booking form email workshops@iyafestival.org.uk
OR CALL 0208 547 5417

Jongleurs every Friday and Saturday night at the Hippodrome, Kingston

Set in the heart of Kingston Upon Thames and within walking distance of Kingston Railway station, as well as easy access to the London, Jongleurs is based in the character filled Hippodrome. Here at Jongleurs we provide the rare opportunity for our guests to eat, drink, laugh and dance under one roof. With shows running every Friday and Saturday night, Jongleurs provides the best in live entertainment with some of the top comedians in the country - but why let the night stop when the comedians finish? Your ticket allows you to carry on partying late into the night at The Hippodrome, with a state of the art lighting and sound system, you will have a night to remember! The Hippodrome Nightclub 1 St James Road Kingston. Ticket Hotline 08700 111960, For more about Jongleurs go to: www.jongleurs.com

KCafe Kingston
Kcafe in Kingston Kcafe is an innovative new project that provides services for young people, as well opening to the wider public as a community cafe. It's a great facility for young people where they can meet other young people in a safe environment, access advice and information from youth workers, and get involved in activities and projects.
They run youth club sessions, trips, workshops, youth events, skate and BMX competitions, and more! See the website for details >>

Music at The Rose Theatre
Music at the Rose Kingston The Rose Theatre are currently looking to book musicians for lunchtime music slots in the Rose Theatre Culture Cafe. The cafe opens on August 31st and has slots available for lunch time music concerts in their gorgeous space. Be your specialty Jazz, blues, acoustic or choir groups, there is a versatile and bright space, with a piano available at all times, and a great bar for day time entertainment.If you are interested in performing, please email laurac@rosetheatrekingston.org for more details.

Visit the Kingston Student Blogspot
To get the latest on student discounts at Pizza Hut, Tony Roma's and GBK visit the Kingston Student Blogspot kingston-students.blogspot.com Also on Facebook

Jazz at Bruschetta

Live Jazz at Bruschetta Italian restaurant every last saturday in the month. Jazz at Bruschetta Now in its 2nd year! With vocalist Jenny Green this month with Parliamentary jazz guitarist Nigel Price and featuring Liz Cole on vocals. In March featuring the Jamie Howell Trio playing standards, soul and funk. Calling the restaurant on 020 8546 9328 to reserve a table for this popular event is recommended check www.jennygreensings.com for updates

Live stand-up comedy in Kingston

Crack Comedy Club - Kingston
The Grey Horse, KT2. 8.30pm (doors 8.00pm): £8 Door, £7 advance, £4 students/concessions. Late Bar. Bookings:www.crackcomedy.com Enquiries: 020 8549 9790.

The Comedy Store at The Rose Theatre
"The Best in Stand Up" from around the globe, showcasing the brightest names in comedy talent. Show starts 7.30pm at Rose Theatre Kingston, 24-26 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1HL
www.rosetheatrekingston.org/whats-on/comedy-store

Running events in and around Kingston

Parkrun: Park run organise weekly 5k running events at Bushy Park, Richmond Park and Wimbledon. These are well attended and very well organised events. Anyone can join in but you ned to register in advance.
www.parkrun.com

The Stragglers: This is an experiences and friendly running club which welcomes complete beginners and experienced runners. Visit the website for details of up and coming running events and weekly meetings.
www.stragglers.org

26.2 Road Runners Club: A friendly Club based in Surbiton which welcome new members of ALL standards. They meet twice a week (Mondays & Wednesdays at 7pm) from HQ at Surbiton Racket & Fitness Club in Berrylands.
www.26point2.co.uk