Medway Fringe festival - Spotlites

top of page Skip to Main Content # Welcome to MedFringe A Medway Fringe Festival  ## Its time to get in touch with a venue and register your show! Below is a directory of the venues currently on board, get in touch and book your performance slots. ​​ Once you have a confirmed slot - follow this link to register your show! It's time to be a part of MedFringe 2027 Super Early Registration is now open - sign up during MedFringe 2026 and get FREE registration for 2027 Sign up before 31st December 2026 for MedFringe 2027 - registration costs £39 Standard registration (Jan - July 2027) for MedFringe 2027 costs £59 ​​ ​​ [Click here to register your show and pay your registration fee](https://www.spotlites.co.uk/event-details/med-fringe-27-performer-registration) ## Venues: ​ MedFringe venue 1 – Spotlites Theatre Spotlites Theatre 338 High Street Chatham ME4 4NR The team here are experienced in producing and hosting fringe theatre. Centrally located in Chatham. This venue is FRINGE CENTRAL. Spaces 1 - 110 seat theatre with generous size stage and raked seating, high tech spec. Space 2 – Studio theatre 30 seats, flexible layout mid range tech. This venue is perfect for Theatre, Dance, Musicals, Comedy and much more. Always happy to welcome new work. Tech Speck: High Contact name: Kieron Riddell Email: [kieron@spotlites.co.uk](mailto:kieron@spotlites.co.uk) Phone: 01634 829468 MedFringe venue 2 – Fort Luton Fort Luton Magpie Hall Road Chatham ME4 5XJ Steeped in heritage and character, it offers a truly memorable setting for live events. With seating for around 50–60 people, the venue creates a close, engaging experience between performers and audiences. Its enclosed structure and curved spaces provide excellent natural acoustics, making it particularly well-suited to comedy, spoken word, and acoustic performances. A dedicated sound technician is on hand to support performers and ensure high-quality audio throughout each show. A separate bar area allows audiences to relax and socialise before and after performances without interruption, with refreshments available on site. Tech spec: Medium Contact name: Sharon Jackson Email: [sharon.jackson@medway.gov.uk](mailto:sharon.jackson@medway.gov.uk) Phone: 01634 650839 MedFringe venue 3 – Nucleus Arts Nucleus Arts Centre 272 High Street Chatham ME4 4BP Tech Speck: Low Contact name: David Email: [david.stokes@nucleusarts.co.uk](mailto:david.stokes@nucleusarts.co.uk) Phone: 01634 812108 MedFringe venue 4 – The Glassbox GlassBox Theatre MidKent College Medway Road Gillingham ME7 1FN The theatre is a flexible space with 148 seats in tiered raked seating and additional capacity of up to 184 seating at floor level. The venue is step-free throughout and there is accessible parking available. For smaller events, the GlassBox Bar or the Community Hub can be booked independently for up to 50 guests. Tech Spec: High Contact name: Nicola / Nicky Email: [box.office@midkent.ac.uk](mailto:box.office@midkent.ac.uk) Phone: 01634 383388 MedFringe Venue 5 – Medway Rugby Football Club Medway Rugby Football Club Priestfields Rochester ME1 3AD A newly refurbished club house with lots of space. Perfect for music, Comedy, workshops and more Tech Spec: Medium Contact name: Elizabeth Email: [Mrfchospitality@gmail.com](mailto:Mrfchospitality@gmail.com) Phone: 07740 136813 MedFringe Venue 6 – Holcombe Sports Club Holcombe Sports Club Curtis Way Rochester ME1 2TQ A lovely clean clubhouse with lots of space and stunning views. Perfect for Comedy, Music, family workshops. excellent parking Tech Spec: Low Contact name: Emma Email: [holcombeianssportsclub@gmail.com](mailto:holcombeianssportsclub@gmail.com) Phone: 07867 804718 Leave a message MedFringe Venue 7 – Queen Charlotte Queen Charlotte 159 High Street Rochester The Queen Charlotte is a welcoming, community-driven pub at the heart of Rochester’s historic High Street. Proudly award-winning, we’re known for our friendly atmosphere where locals, visitors, and four-legged friends all feel at home. Whether you’re catching live sport across our 10 screens, enjoying free live music, or getting involved in our regular events, there’s always something happening. At The Queen Charlotte, it’s not just a pub—it’s a place to connect, celebrate, and be part of something. ME1 1EH Tech Spec: Low Contact name: Adrian Email: [Aw007@live.co.uk](mailto:Aw007@live.co.uk) Phone: 07729 291358 ​​ MedFringe Venue 8 – Poco Loco Poco Loco 58 -60 High Street Chatham ME4 4DS By day grab a beer or coffee, some tapas and relax. By night catch bands or performances while you eat, or party till late. Home to tons of budding local talent, since 2008 hosting acts from all over the world. At the heart of Medway’s music and alternative scene. Indie rock to gypsy jazz, funk and soul to heavy rock, burlesque, spoken world, you will find it all. Our diversity, openness and acceptance is part of who we are, welcoming you all to our ‘little crazy’ Poco Loco Bar. Tech Spec: Medium Contact name: Jody Email: [pocolocogigs@gmail.com](mailto:pocolocogigs@gmail.com) Phone: 01634 841202 ​ MedFringe Venue 9 – The Bohemian The Bohemian 2 High Street, Chatham ME4 4EP The Bohemian is a captivating, immersive lounge where vintage elegance meets creative freedom. Blending coffee culture with crafted cocktails, it transforms from a relaxed daytime retreat into a vibrant evening escape. Expect rich textures, moody lighting, and eclectic décor inspired by art, music, and performance. With live entertainment—from acoustic sets to burlesque—it offers an intimate yet electric atmosphere. The Bohemian is more than a venue; it’s an experience designed for connection, indulgence, and a touch of the unexpected. Intimate seating for about 50 people, in a cabaret style, candle lit and relaxed. Tech Spec: Medium Contact name: Kieran-Miguel Email: [Thebohemiangroup@outlook.com](mailto:Thebohemiangroup@outlook.com) Phone: 07512 192435        _edited.png)    bottom of page