Floz Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 http://www.pizzaexpresslive.co.uk/maidstoneBook.aspx?showId=a930e3b4-1894-432f-bc4c-03b0124c3ffd&showDateId=4643 Gareth Gates Show Time 8:00pm / Doors Open 7:00pm On: Fri 15 Jul 2011 Price: £30.00 per person Door Time: 7:00pm Set Time: 20:00pm PizzaExpress Maidstone 32 Earl Street Maidstone Kent ME14 1PS Just been looking through the whole site ...for the various venues that Pizza express run. Blimey - they have some good stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 Thanks for finding that Floz. Gareth is intending on a very varied catchment area with this new music. Wish he would announce something closer to home for me. But its getting very interesting how diverse his itinary is becoming. When you say they have some good stuff, what do you mean? Can you note down a few. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Floz Posted April 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 To be fair, most of the stuff I meant was Jazz - but folk like Tommy Smith and Lianne carroll and Gilad Atzmon are right at the top of their game. Also I see they have 'A little Bit of Stiles and Drew' (presumably different people singing than the one G was in!) at one the the venues Pheasantry) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flower Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 Thanks for telling us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 Good stff indeed then. Gaz is going in the right direction. Bring on the next step. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorksheather Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 Thanks for posting the info on Gareth performing at Pizza Express Floz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khelda Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 That one would be lovely, a nice sitdown dinner, and very intimate performances. Wish he would announce something like it near me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest NicolaJayne Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 This sounds lovely and a much better venue than Heaven for anyone living near by. I asked my son if he knew Heaven, as he is familiar with most of the London clubs.He said it is the biggest Gay Club in London but not very nice. His girlfriend works in TV with a lot of gay men and they were invited to a Birthday party there. She said it was heaving and very dirty (seedy) with lots of sweaty bodies. My son said it would be a bit tamer though in the week, more like GAY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowdrop Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 I think it's really good that there is a range of venues, all of which will attract different types of audiences, with different atmospheres for different shows. It will be a good way to evaluate how Gareth's music goes down, and might all be very clever market research. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternal Posted April 18, 2011 Report Share Posted April 18, 2011 I think it's really good that there is a range of venues, all of which will attract different types of audiences, with different atmospheres for different shows. It will be a good way to evaluate how Gareth's music goes down, and might all be very clever market research. It's quite an interesting read for this venue: Set over five floors in an early 19th century building full of character, PizzaExpress in Maidstone has served customers for over 25 years. As well as a large open-plan restaurant and five impressive function rooms, it also has a vibrant Music Room. This has played host to well-established stars such as Ruby Turner, Humphrey Lyttleton, George Melly, Ray Gelato, Guy Barker and Stacey Kent, but also to local and up-and-coming talent. There are regular open-mic evenings showcasing vocal talent and these are always immensely popular with both singers and listeners. Not only high quality, you will find a very varied programme: from jazz, Latin and blues to pop, soul and even opera. The seating is split over two levels, with the upper balcony directly overlooking the stage. Despite the surroundings, there’s nothing old-fashioned about the superb modern sound and lighting system! The Music Room is an elegant and intimate setting in which to enjoy live music, and great food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted April 19, 2011 Report Share Posted April 19, 2011 Ali has confirmed this event now on Gareth's Facebook. I think it will be a great event. Come to "Gig - Maidstone Pizza Express" 15 July from 19:00 to 22:00. stage time 8pm http://fb.me/zmncbYtx She's also said the Bath event hasn't yet been confirmed, but will let us know as soon as it is, so that sounds promising. Am really keeping everything crossed for that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted May 10, 2011 Report Share Posted May 10, 2011 Thanks for posting about the gig at Pizza Express Floz.I count myself very lucky that Gareth is performing in my area, as I usually have to travel a great distance to see him. Both Pizza Express at Maidstone, and the Dartford Festival are less than 40 miles from where I live. I am also off to Heaven with June and Vera, and looking forward to it very much, although London is not near to me. I hope you all get to see Gareth at venues close to you during this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted July 10, 2011 Report Share Posted July 10, 2011 Just to say we took a ride to Maidstone to check it out today. It is near to Marks and Spencers in Earl street. For the benefit of anyone going, the nearest car park is FREMLINS SHOPPING CENTRE, some 100 yards away. Also please allow extra time after leaving the motorway, as there is a Kent show that day, and there will be a lot more traffic into the centre. I hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khelda Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 Thanks for that Carol, I am not sure if anyone else is going, but its always helpful to know about where you can park. Have a great time, and we are all looking forward to your report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 I hope you have a great time at Pizza Express on Friday June. Please give my love to Vera. Look forward to reading your report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 Thanks for that Carol, I am not sure if anyone else is going, but its always helpful to know about where you can park. Have a great time, and we are all looking forward to your report. Thanks Inge, was trying to be helpful but I expect you are right, as we are taking June and Jean with us and meeting Vera and Mick there. Haven't heard about anyone else going, it's probably a bit too far south east for most people to get to. I will cetainly report back after. We will have plenty to report, as we are all going to Dartford as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khelda Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 It is going to be great, all the lovely reports coming in over the next couple of weeks/month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Lots of Gareth's young fans have been tweeting today to say they are going to Pizza Express in Maidstone on Friday. Should be very nice for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorksheather Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Lots of Gareth's young fans have been tweeting today to say they are going to Pizza Express in Maidstone on Friday. Should be very nice for him. Should be very nice for them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khelda Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Should be very nice for them yes, wish I could go. Weather imaterial in this case unlike the festivals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Should be very nice for them Yes, it should be. Isn't this the one where they get the meet and greet from Gareth too. They'll have a ball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maria_1981 Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 The meet and greet was at Heaven Val,I wonder if they will do a meet and greet when it gets recheduled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val4Gareth Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 The meet and greet was at Heaven Val,I wonder if they will do a meet and greet when it gets recheduled. Yes of course it was. I got them mixed up. Thanks for putting me straight Maria. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maria_1981 Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 Your welcome,its easy to get mixed up so don't worry I probably only remember as I had booked for that evening. x Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPG MY IDOL Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 I hope you have a great time at Pizza Express on Friday June. Please give my love to Vera. Look forward to reading your report. Thanks Val I'm giving Gareth the book on Friday so excited but nervous too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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