SOCK

SOCK were formed in a small town in 1990, always unpredictable and flamboyant, they reigned supreme for two years before dispersing to the four corners of the world to pursue their individual dreams. After 22 years, the band reformed for a one-off gig that coincided with singer Guy adopting the on-stage persona of glam rock-god, Vince Venus and gaining international fame as the (unofficial) winner of Britain’s Got Talent in 2015. The rest of the band followed suit and have emerged as a group of misfit superhero’s, on a mission to save the world.

DJ Mitch Matthews will be spinning big party tunes, in to the early hours.

Private party DJ playing once-in-a-lifetime events for everyone from Oscar winners and Chart topping singers  to Olympians at venues including the Royal Albert Hall, Villa Miani Rome, Jumeriah Beach in Dubai and my mums 60th birthday party.

Saturday February 17th
Latest Music Bar
Doors at 7.30pm
Tickets £12 online/ £15 on door.
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DJ Mitch Matthews

The Space

Interviews with Toby Jones and Peter Suschitzky

At Horatio’s Bar, Brighton Palace Pier

(and Audience Q and A’s)

For Tickets and Information

Toby Jones

Toby Jones is among Britain’s most respected, versatile and in-demand actors. His recent appearances include The Long Shadow, the acclaimed TV drama on the victims of the Yorkshire Ripper, and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. From 2014 to 2022, he co-starred with Mackenzie Crook in the highly popular BBC series Detectorists. Toby had roles in numerous films such as Empire of Light, Berberian Sound Studio, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy and Frost/Nixon. He also appeared in The Hunger Games and Captain America films and provided the voice of Dobby in two Harry Potter films. His other TV credits include Sherlock and Doctor Who.

Peter Suschitzky

Peter Suschitzky is a leading cinematographer, sometimes known as director of photography. Since his career began in the early sixties, he worked on a wide range of films, including seven directed by David Cronenberg, such as Naked Lunch, Dead Ringers, A History of Violence and Crash. Other notable work, which he also played a major role in, includes The Empire Strikes Back, Tim Burton’s Mars Attacks!, Ken Russell’s Lisztomania and Valentino, for which Peter received a BAFTA nomination, The Rocky Horror Picture Show and That’ll Be the Day, starring David Essex and Ringo Starr. He worked on commercials with Ridley Scott and Alan Parker, among other directors. More on him at www.petersuschitzky.com

Cafe Scientifique

Doors 7.15pm // Latest Music Bar // Free Entry

Brighton Café Scientifique is Science for the Sociable!

Informal talks of about 30-45 minutes are given by experts in the field, at a level accessible to all. After a break, the talk is followed by a question and answer session, and open discussion on the topic of the evening.

Cafe Scientifique have been educating everyone from Latest Music Bar for years and it’s always a pleasure to hear the speakers and the lively Q&A sessions. All welcome.

Catalyst Club – celebrating the singular passions of everyday folk…

Latest Musicbar – Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm
Tickets £8

Another sparkling line up of speakers talking about their passions. Audience have a chance to quiz them on their very singular passions. What will the talks be on tonight? Come down and experience the unique and utterly riveting Catalyst Club.

The Space

Interviews with Laurence Rickard and Louise Gold

(and Audience Q and A’s)

For tickets and information

Laurence Rickard

Laurence Rickard is an actor, writer and a producer, best known for co-creating, co-writing and starring in Ghosts as Robin the caveman and Humphrey the decapitated Tudor. And he was also part of the Horrible Histories team. His work, too, includes Yonderland, the Sky sitcom, which he co-created, co-wrote and starred in with the team behind Ghosts and Horrible Histories. Laurence also worked on Tracey Ullman’s Show, Peter Rabbit, among other series’. His TV career began twenty years-ago with Comedy Lab, which he created for Channel 4. Ghosts and Horrible Histories have been very successful, since they began in 2019 and 2009, respectively. Further details on Laurence are at www.laurencerickard.com

Louise Gold

Louise Gold is an actress and a puppeteer, best known for her work with the Muppets, Sesame Street, The Dark Crystal and Spitting Image. She was the only regular British performer on The Muppet Show, as various characters, and she also worked on films such as The Great Muppet Caper and The Muppet Christmas Carol. Louise performed on 40 episodes of Sesame Street and Jim Henson’s Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal, as well as its Netflix series. For Spitting Image, she was a leading puppeteer and voice artist, notably for the Queen. Her musical theatre work includes Blood Brothers, Mamma Mia! and Mary Poppins. As a actress for TV, her work includes Doctors, Strike Back, The Alan Clark Diaries as Margaret Thatcher, Mike Leigh’s Topsy-Turvy and ‘Allo ‘Allo.

Action for Happiness

Free Entry // 6:45pm Doors

Self-described as a “movement for positive social change”, Action for Happiness is a national charity aimed at increasing basic levels of happiness through whatever means they have and is a long-term friend of Latest Music Bar. Here’s what they have to say about their mission….

We’re bringing together people from all walks of life who want to play a part in creating a happier society for everyone. For fifty years we’ve aimed relentlessly at higher incomes. But despite being much wealthier, we’re no happier than we were five decades ago. At the same time we’ve seen an increase in wider social issues, including a worrying rise in anxiety and depression in young people. It’s time for a positive change in what we mean by progress.

Catalyst Club – celebrating the singular passions of everyday folk…

Latest Musicbar – Doors open 7.30pm, show starts 8pm
Tickets £12

Howerd’s End Written by Mark Farrelly

With Simon Cartwright as Frankie Howerd and Mark Farrelly as Dennis Heymer
Directed by Joe Harmston

Frankie Howerd was one of Britain’s most loved comedians for half a century. But he had a secret. And the secret’s name was Dennis.

This hugely acclaimed play by Mark Farrelly (Quentin Crisp: Naked Hope, The Silence of Snow) takes you to the heart of Frankie and Dennis’ clandestine relationship, which lasted from the 1950s until Frankie’s death in 1992. It also affords a glorious opportunity to encounter Frankie in full-flight stand up mode.

Packed with laughter, but unafraid of truth, Howerd’s End portrays two humans’ journey through closeness, love, grief and all the other things that make life worth living. Come and say farewell to a legend… and learn the art of letting go.

Running time: 80 mins no interval

★★★★★ “Simply tremendous entertainment” London Living Large
★★★★ “Don’t lose your chance to see Howerd’s End if it comes your way” British Theatre Guide
★★★★ “Heartfelt, funny and with an inspiring message” North West End