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.

Read on for Kingston's not to be missed outings this week, and remember, you can add your FREE event using the Nub It button!

Friday, June 9th

Crack comedy at Ram Jam Records

Welcome to the home of Kingston's original and longest running comedy night. 

A night of irresistible improv comedy from some of London's finest players. Kickstart the weekend with a razor-sharp, spontaneous, brand new and never-to-be-seen-again show that will leave you saying, like after ALL the best nights out, "you really had to be there…"

You'll be asked for suggestions which will be turned into unforgettable scenes, characters, and songs, all made up right there on the spot. Had a particularly eventful night out recently? They might just ask you about it… 

9th June - Dan Evans, Kathryn Mather, James Sherwood and Meryl O'Rourke

Crack Comedy at Ram Jam Records tomorrow night!

Kool & The Gang at Hampton Court Festival

Famed for their R&B, Soul and funk fusion, Jersey City's Kool & The Gang catalogue of melodious hits includes Celebration, Ladies' Night, Get Down On It and Joanna, the group achieved an incredible 17 top 40 singles in the UK between 1979 and 1985.

They also scored a top 10 album to boot, with 1981's Something Special. Kool & The Gang will take to the Hampton Court Palace stage on 9 June.

Kool & The Gang at Hampton Court Festival - Friday, June 9th

Lauren Spencer Smith at Pryzm

To celebrate the release of the new album 'Mirror', Lauren Spencer Smith visits Kingston to play an acoustic set + Q&A at Pryzm.

Mirror will feature 15 deeply moving, personal records that tell a story filled with autobiographical ups and downs. The title Mirror is personal and deliberate. She speaks on its meaning saying, "When I look in the mirror, I reflect on everything I've been through. All of the highs, all of the lows. The real, raw versions of myself."

To celebrate the release of the new album 'Mirror', Lauren Spencer Smith visits Kingston to play an acoustic set + Q&A at Pryzm

Friday, June 9th - Saturday, June 10th

The Forger

Rose Theatre presents The Forger, directed by Pippa Dykes, Holly Reddaway and Hannah Sands.

William is a gifted writer, and he knows it. But his father doesn't seem to care.

Truth, lies, belief, doubt, imagination and reality all collide in a tale which asks — how far would you go to get what you want? Would you pretend to be someone you're not? Would you become a forger? 

The Forger is based on the true story of an ordinary boy who became one of the most extraordinary hoaxers in literary history. 

An original play written for the Rose Youth Theatre, The Forger has provided the theatre's young cast with exciting opportunities to explore and develop skills in physical theatre, devising and ensemble.

Friday, June 9th - Saturday, June 10th

Saturday, June 10th

Ham Fair

This fun family day out has been run every summer for 30 years. Enjoy bands, more than 120 stalls, performances by local schools, children's rides, food and drink.

Highlights will include:

• The popular Dog Show
• Demonstrations by a vintage bike and trike club – including Penny Farthings and Chopper Bikes!
• Nick the circus artiste will be performing his tricks throughout the day
• Music by Richmond Brass Band; Mad Stick Dog; Five Day Weekend and the Eel Pie Two  
• Local school performances, including the popular Maypole dance

Saturday, June 10 – Ham Fair

Urban Food Festival at Kingston's Ancient Market Place

London's popular street-food pop-up Urban Food Festival heads to Kingston this weekend!

Bring your friends and family and explore the vibrant stalls on show and discover new flavours!

Saturday, June 10th - Sunday, June 11, 10am - 7pm.

Sunday, June 11th

Songs from the movies at Rose Theatre

The Singing It Back Choir, led by Mary Bourne, is returning to the Rose to support KIFF by bringing you songs from the movies. You can look forward to fan favourites like Hallelujah from Shrek, Somewhere from West Side Story and Feed the Birds from Mary Poppins. There will also be sing-along songs for the whole family, like the well known Let It Go from Frozen.

Main Auditorium, 5.30pm, two hours including interval.

Songs from the movies at Rose Theatre - June 11th