Vibe's picks of the best of what's on this week in south east London and north Kent.
Yan Fu and the Chinese Imperial Students at the Royal Naval College. Greenwich, from Sunday, November 16, to February 1
An exhibition celebrating the thinker who was one of the first Chinese students to come to the UK (he studied in Greenwich) and introduced western philosophy to China with his translations. Free. Go to ornc.org/events
Clocking Off Late at the National Maritime Museum from 6pm to 9pm on Thursday, November 13
Be transported back to the 18th century for a special late opening of the Ships, Clocks and Stars: The Quest for Longitude exhibition, with themed events, live music, wig making and event the chance to snap a #georgianselfie among the attractions. Entry £5. Go to rmg.co.uk
Vocalise at Heathfields Hall, Dartford, from 7.30pm on Saturday, November 15
Join singing group Vocalise for a special charity concert in aid of South Darenth and District Branch of the Royal British Legion. Entry by donation, refreshments served in the interval.
Abigail’s Party at Darenth Village Hall from Thursday, November 13, to Saturday, November 15
Mike Leigh’s classic 1970s play is reborn in Darenth courtesy of Swanley Light Operatic Society. Tickets £8 or £7 concessions. Go to slogdrama.org.uk or call 01322 407256.
Kerry Ellis
West End Women at the Orchard Theatre, Dartford, on Tuesday, November 18
Leading ladies from the world of West End theatre Kerry Ellis (Wicked, We Will Rock You), Joanna Ampil (Miss Saigon, Cats) and Ria Jones (Les Miserables, Evita) join forces for a powerful show. Tickets from £20. Go to orchardtheatre.com or call 01322 220000.
Egypt at The Beaverwood Club, Chislehurst, on Thursday, November 13
Rock along early 70s style at the Chislehurst club. Tickets £10 in advance or £12 on the door. Go to thebeaverwoodclub.co.uk
Rick Ross at IndigO2, Greenwich, on Friday, November 14
Memphis rap star Rick Ross, with six US number one albums under his belt, returns to London. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets cost £40.30 to £79.60. Go to axs.com
Christmas fun at Orchards Shopping Centre, Dartford, from 10am to 4pm every Saturday from November 15
The shopping centre gets into the Christmas mood leading up to the big day with face painting, games, crafts, Elf School and Santa in residence.
Facade at The Albany, Deptford, on Thursday and Friday (November 13 and 14)
Take in a circus performance that promises to be beautiful, funny and unpredictable and tuck into a three course meal. Tickets £25, including food. Go to thealbany.org.uk
Halstow Primary School’s Christmas Market, Greenwich, from noon to 4pm on Saturday, November 15
Pick up a great festive treat or start your Christmas shopping with lots of crafts and gift ideas on offer. Entry costs 50p adults or is free for children.
That’ll be the Day Christmas Show at The Churchill Theatre, Bromley, on Monday, November 17
The popular rock and roll variety show gets an early festive makeover. Relive the good old days with nostalgic seasonal songs, dances and comedy routines.Tickets cost £27.40. Go to atgtickets.com/Bromley or call 08448 717 620.
The Paddington Trail, around town until November 30
Statues of Paddington Bear have been given a makeover by 50 celebrities and dotted around town in a fun trail until November 30. The 3ft6in statues are at landmarks around the capital, including three in Greenwich. The trail coincides with the release of Paddington the movie on November 28, starring Blackheath’s Sally Hawkins alongside Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters and Nicole Kidman. Go to visitlondon.com/paddington
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