Culture

A concert in support of the Rye Harbour Nature Reserve marked the opening of a new concert and theatrical venue

More leading jazzmen are on their way to Rye this August

Laughs, and maybe a few home truths, in a new play coming to Winchelsea

The story of troubled designer Alexander McQueen is new this week, together with French romantic thriller L'Amant Double and – with special resonance for Rye residents hailing from Kent – The Bromley Boys, a feel-good comedy set in the 1970s and starring Martine McCutcheon and Alan Davies.

This week, a double treat of Sir Simon Rattle's farewell concert with the Berlin Philharmoniker, and Glyndebourne kicks off with Madama Butterfly. Look out next week for an encore performance of Swan Lake from the Royal Opera House.

JAM on the Marsh has gained a reputation for presenting high-quality concerts and cultural events in the context of the churches of Romney Marsh

An enjoyable play, for some an introduction to Stephen Sondheim, for others a treat for fans

Another art show is coming soon together with an open studio

A fully professional performance of Sondheim's music

As one venue winds down (a bit) another one may be opening up

Fans of special effects rejoice – the dinosaurs are back in Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, while two classic nights in the Silver Room include food along with tickets to two old favourites.

The Royal Ballet's 2018 production of Swan Lake with new choreography will be a huge treat this week