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Welcome to your weekly What's on in Kingston.  

Every Thursday we round up all the eye-catching events occurring in your area over the weekend. 

DISCO SOUL at Teddington Constitutional Club

Friday 24 January, Teddington Constitutional Club.

Get your dancing shoes on and head down to Teddington Constitutional Club this Friday (Image supplied)

DJ's "Disco Sue" and "Markus" playing your favourite 70's disco and soul music, a handful of 60's Motown plus maybe a splash of Northern soul on old-school vinyl.

Put on your boogie shoes, sprinkle disco glitter and join a friendly bunch of party people (some slightly worn out!) reliving their youth, strutting their stuff on the dancefloor, or just sitting with a drink and enjoying the great music

No attitudes. Reasonably priced drinks. Good public transport links. Easy parking. Groups welcome.

£5 cash on the door (£4 for TCC members).

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Nix Academy Tiny and Mini Stage Stars Programme

Saturday 25 January, Hampton Wick Infants, 9.30am - 12.45pm.

Nix Academy's studio is located at Hampton Wick Infants (Credit: Rob Addis)

Nix is offering 10 free places for its new Tiny and Mini Stage Stars programmes this Saturday, 25 January.

Why take part? Research shows that introducing children to performing arts during their early years (ages 3-7) can significantly boost their confidence, creativity, and social skills.

 During these formative years, children are naturally imaginative and receptive to new experiences, making it the ideal time to explore movement, music, and creative expression.

"Two Fun Programmes Designed for Young Performers 

The free taster sessions are tailored specifically for two age groups:

Tiny Stage Stars (Ages 3-5, Nursery and Reception)

• A 105-minute magical adventure from 9:30-11:15 AM
• Gentle introduction to ballet, jazz, musical theatre, and aerial arts
• Development of coordination, listening skills, and creative expression
• Small class sizes ensuring personal attention
• Expert teachers trained in early years development

Mini Stage Stars (Years 1-2)

• Two-hour comprehensive session from 10:45-12:45 PM
• Exploration of ballet, jazz, tap, musical theatre, and aerial arts
• Focus on building confidence and performance skills
• Development of teamwork and social skills
• Age-appropriate choreography and activities

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Screening – House On Haunted Hill and Night Of The Living Dead!

Saturday 25 January, The Fighting Cocks, 7.30pm doors open.

Head to The Fighting Cocks for a night of classic films (Image supplied)

House on Haunted Hill is a 1959 American horror film film. It was directed by William Castle, written by Robb White and stars Vincent Price as Eccentricity (behavior) millionaire Frederick Loren. He and his fourth wife,

Annabelle, have invited five people to the house for a "haunted house" party. Whoever stays in the house for one night will earn $10,000. As the night progresses, all the guests are trapped inside the house with ghosts, murderers, and other terrors.

Exterior shots of the house were filmed at the historic Ennis House in Los Feliz, California.

Frederick Loren has invited five strangers to a party of a lifetime. He is offering each of them $10,000 if they can stay the night in a house.

Night of the Living Dead is a 1968 American independent film zombie film directed by George A. Romero, starring Duane Jones, Judith O'Dea and Karl Hardman.

It premiered on October 1, 1968, and was completed on a US$114,000 budget.

The film became a financial success, grossing $12 million Cinema of the United States and $18 million internationally. It has been a cult classic ever since. Night of the Living Dead was heavily criticized at its release owing to explicit content, but eventually garnered critical acclaim and has been selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Film Registry as a film deemed "culturally, historically or aesthetically significant."

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Kingston Green Party's News Quiz of the Year

Saturday 25 January, St Andrew's Church in Surbiton, 7.45pm - 10.15pm.

There's a few tickets left for Kingston Green Party's News Quiz of the Year (Credit: Kingston Green Party)

Think you can recall what happened in the UK and around the world in 2024? Now's your chance to test your knowledge of UK and international news from last year, along with questions on last year's events in the worlds of sport, culture, media and entertainment. Whether you're a quiz aficionado or just looking for a great night out, this event is for you!

What to Expect:

• Engaging quiz questions covering various topics
• Teams of four enthusiastic participants
• Alcoholic an non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be available to purchase
• A half-time raffle (all proceeds will be donated to Médecins sans Frontières)
• A welcoming and inclusive atmosphere

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Thank you again to our sponsors Nix Academy.

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