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When Jim overhears that he is about to be sold to a man in New Orleans, separated from his wife and daughter forever, he runs away until he can formulate a plan. Meanwhile, Huck has faked his own death to escape his violent father. As all readers of American literature know, thus begins the dangerous and transcendent journey by raft down the Mississippi River toward the elusive and unreliable promise of the Free States and beyond.
Brimming with nuanced humor and lacerating observations that have made Everett a literary icon, this brilliant and tender novel radically illuminates Jim's agency, intelligence, and compassion as never before. James is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first-century American literature.
For any queries, contact Claudia at eveningbookgroup@kcwc.org.uk
The infamous Maggie Jones's restaurant in Kensington has just reopened after a two year hiatus due to a fire. It was once the haunt of Princess Margaret and Lord Snowden, and rumour has it Kensington Palace ordered in Thursday lunch from here back in the day!
Join After Six at this Anglo/Franco country styled restaurant. The setting is perfect for a winter's evening. Think wicker baskets, dried flowers, in an amber-lit room. We will have a two course meal at one long table. The choice of food is quite extensive for a set menu. Drinks will be on your own tab.
To keep it intimate, we are offering two separate evenings: 19 Feb or 4 March (see separate event listing)
Please contact event organiser Alison Wacker for any queries at aftersix@kcwc.org.uk
This event cost is £20; contact activity leader to pay using discount code.
Alastair Campbell is the writer, strategist and podcaster initially known for his role as former British Prime Minister Tony Blair's spokesman, press secretary and director of communications, and still a highly visible public figure as co-host of Britain's most popular podcast, The Rest is Politics, as well as an active campaigner for charitable campaigning, not least in the field of mental health.
Born in Yorkshire, the son of a vet, Alastair Campbell has enjoyed a hugely colourful career, moving from journalism to become the high-profile 'Prime Minister's Official Spokesman' during Tony Blair's years in Downing Street.
Please note: this is an external event. Tickets (£20) go for sale on the 24th of January via a link sent after free registration, so do please register early!
Doors open at 7pm, talk begins at 7:30pm
Contact Activity Leader Ina Messer for payment process and any other queries at eveningspeakers@kcwc.org.uk
To keep it intimate, we are offering two separate evenings: 4 March or 19 Feb (see separate event listing)
Well known from her many TV series, Mary Portas joins us at Kent House to share her fascinating story - from "stalking the floors" of Harvey Nichols before transforming it into the cutting-edge, trend-setting store we know today, to building her own creative company helping brands like Mercedes and Sainsbury's reinvent themselves.
Author of I shop, therefore I am, Mary takes us behind the shop window to reveal how her creativity turned Harvey Nicks into a destination for daring design. A true force of nature - funny, bold, and insightful - Mary promises an unforgettable evening.
Please note: this is an external event. Tickets (£20) go for sale on the 24th of January via a link sent after free registration. To avoid disappointment, please register early!
Based on a true story, Shadowlands follows Oxford don and author C.S. Lewis (Hugh Bonneville) whose unexpected love with American poet Joy Davidman transforms his life.
Shadowlands is a timeless story, a tender and philosophical exploration of how love can illuminate even life's darkest moments.
NOTE: An optional pre-theatre dinner at one's own tab will be organised. Details will be sent to registered members closer to the date.
For any queries contact event organiser Viola Hindley at theatre@kcwc.org.uk
See Baz Luhrmann's revolutionary film come to life on stage in the London West End.
The story follows Christian, an English writer, who travels to Paris to join the Bohemian revolution. He visits the city's biggest night club, Moulin Rouge, and falls in love with its star performer and courtesan, Satine.
The Piccadilly Theatre has been transformed into a world of splendour and romance, of eye-popping excess, of glitz, grandeur, and glory! A world where Bohemians and aristocrats rub elbows and revel in electrifying enchantment.
A theatrical celebration of truth, beauty, and freedom and - above all - love.
NOTE: There will be an optional Pre-Theatre Dinner at your own expense. Details will be emailed from the Activity Leader closer to the event to the KCWC members who have purchased a ticket to the musical.
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