John Brown

Get ready to dance the night away with the unmistakable energy of John Brown, one of the most dynamic ceilidh callers on the folk scene today. With a voice that cuts through the liveliest fiddle tunes and a knack for getting even the most reluctant dancers on their feet, John brings infectious joy and clarity to every set. Whether you’re a seasoned ceilidh-goer or stepping into the dance for the first time, John’s warm wit, inclusive style, and spot-on timing guarantee an unforgettable experience. Grab a partner or find one on the dance floor—and let John lead you through reels, jigs, and joyous mayhem!

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    Latest Past Events

    Later at the PAV with 3 Daft Monkeys

    Concerts and Dance at Pavilion on the Sands Harbour Street, Broadstairs

    “Brilliantly bonkers world folk festival favourites” The Sunday Times “A 4-person festival… a force of nature” Mark Radcliffe BBC2. Based in Cornwall but reaching across continents, 3 Daft Monkeys are a genre-defying folk-world four-piece powerhouse. Combining Celtic and Cornish roots with fiery fiddle tunes, Balkan and Romani influences, punk-style sass and irresistible global rhythms, 3 […]

    Singaround with Tony & Lesley Petty

    Broadstairs Sailing Club 12 Harbour Street, Broadstairs

    Tony and Lesley Petty have enchanted audiences since 1996 with their close two-part a cappella harmonies. Their songs range from ghostly lovers to social injustice, internet dating and dodgy accountants, bringing humour and heart. They’ll host the singaround at the Sailing Club on Thursday 13th and Friday 14th August. Buy Tickets

    Suntou Susso and the Gambian Superstars (Supported by Morag Butler Quartet)

    Concerts at Queens Road Baptist Centre Queens Road, Broadstairs

    A master of the kora and a proud 74th-generation griot from The Gambia, Suntou Susso is a musician whose lineage stretches back centuries. His music acts as a breathtaking bridge between the deep, oral histories of West Africa and the modern, multicultural sounds of his current home in the UK. Suntou’s command of the 21-string […]