Welcome to Kington upon Thames

Theatre

Kingston is home to two theatres – the Rose Theatre and the Arthur Cotterell Theatre.

Rose Theatre, Kingston
The Rose Theatre is a 900 seat venue in the centre of Kingston. The design of the auditorium took its inspiration from the Elizabethan Rose Theatre, situated on London’s Bankside and has the same lozenge shaped stage, semi-circular seating configuration and pit area, where audiences can sit on cushions to watch performances.

The Rose opened in 2008 and in February 2010, hosted its seventh home-grown production, A Midsummer Night’s Dream with a cast led by Judi Dench. In 2012, Joely Richardson will be gracing the stage in performances of The Lady from the Sea.

The Rose Theatre
24-26 High Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1HL
Tel: 08444 821 556
www.rosetheatrekingston.org

Arthur Cotterell Theatre (ACT)
The Arthur Cotterell Theatre opened in 2004 and is based within the Kingston College campus. The theatre is used by students studying at the college and independent theatre groups.

Arthur Cotterell Theatre
Kingston College
Kingston Hall Road
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 2AQ
020 8546 2151
www.kingston-college.ac.uk

The Rotunda
Open seven days a week, The Rotunda Kingston offers a great choice of leisure and entertainment. They have a superb range of bars and restaurants with a wide variety to suit everyone — many with great weekday deals.

Catch the latest blockbuster movie at Odeon — with 14 screens and fabulous surround sound, the Rotunda’s cinema is one of the biggest and best in the south-east. Or why not strike out at Ten Pin bowling? The Rotunda also has a David Lloyd Leisure for health and fitness.

The Rotunda is located opposite Kingston railway station and adjacent to the Cromwell Road bus station.

The Rotunda
Clarence Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1QJ
0844 880 2827
www.therotundakingston.co.uk

Odeon
www.odeon.co.uk/fanatic/film_times/s102/Kingston

Ten Pin Bowling
www.tenpin.co.uk/kingston

Comedy

Jongleurs Comedy Club
Jongleurs offer visitors the chance to eat, drink, laugh and dance all in one place. Based in Oceana nightclub it is situated within close proximity to Kingston train and bus stations. Different comedians appear each week.

Jongleurs Comedy Club Oceana
154 Clarence Street,
Kingston upon Thames,
Surrey,
KT1 1QP
www.jongleurs.com/venue/kingston

The Comedy Store
The Comedy Store visits the Rose Theatre on the last Sunday of each month, performing live stand up. A range of comedians perform each month.

Rose Theatre
24-26 High Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1HL
www.rosetheatrekingston.org www.thecomedystore.co.uk/comedy_to_go.php?id=23

Outside the Box Comedy Club
On Monday nights, the Fighting Cocks presents Outside the Box Comedy Club – with previous acts including Dara O’Brian, Lee Mack and even Robin Williams. Dara O’Brian spoke on BBC’s the One Show about his enjoyment of this particular venue.

Fighting Cocks
56 Old London Road
Kingston upon Thames
KT2 6QA
02089746469
www.the-fighting-cocks.co.uk

Music

Banquet Records
Banquet Records host regular live PAs with a range of different up and coming artists.

Banquet Records
52 Eden Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1EE
02085495871
www.banquetrecords.com

Fighting Cocks
Fighting Cocks operates alternative music nights most evenings, showcasing relatively unknown bands through to well established artists.

Fighting Cocks
56 Old London Road
Kingston upon Thames
KT2 6QA
02089746469
www.the-fighting-cocks.co.uk

Nightclubs

Kingston is home to seven nightclubs to suit a range of tastes.

Ama-Gi
Ama-Gi prides itself as the classiest nightclub in Kingston – with DJ’s and Musicians and a well stocked bar.

Ama-Gi
48, High St,
Kingston upon Thames,
KT1 1HN
www.ama-gi.co.uk

Bacchus Late Bar and Venue
Opened 20 years ago, Bacchus continues to pride itself as Kingston’s true alternative music venue, with different music being played each night.

Bacchus Late Bar and Venue
2 Union Street,
Kingston upon Thames,
Surrey,
KT11RP
www.bacchuslatebar.co.uk

Barcadia
Barcadia is open seven days a week and offers free entry (special events excluded).

Barcadia
167 Clarence Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1QT
www.barcadiakingston.com

Essence
Essence provides a luxurious night out, with a VIP table service on offer. Essence offers regular music plus occasional performances from artists such as N-Dubz.

Essence Nightclub
Buckland’s Wharf K
ingston,
KT1 1TN
www.essencekingston.co.uk

Hippodrome
The Hippodrome opened in 2009 and continues to showcase a range of music including commercial hits and live band performances.

Hippodrome
1 St. James's Rd,
Kingston upon Thames,
KT1 2AH
www.kingstonhippodrome.co.uk

McClusky’s
McClusky’s overlooks the River Thames and views itself as Kingston’s party venue with a range of student focused nights.

McClusky’s Kingston
4 Bishop’s Hall,
Thames Street,
Kingston upon Thames
KT11QN
http://mccluskys.com/

Oceana
Oceana has seven themed rooms, which provide a range of distinct atmospheres to suit a variety of tastes. Situated near the train station, the club is within easy reach.

Oceana
154 Clarence Street,
Kingston upon Thames,
KT1 1QP
www.oceanaclubs.com/kingston-upon-thames

Pubs

Kingston is home to wealth of public houses, with the Ram, Bishop Out of Residence and the King’s Tun being popular choices. Alternatively try the Druid’s Head in the market place, who pride themselves on their high quality food and real ales. Or if you want to grab a bite to eat try the Slug and Lettuce at Charter Quay or O’Neill’s in the Apple Market.

For a full range of bars, pubs and night clubs, search our Business Directory.