Soap star Shane Richie has announced at exclusive show at Margate’s Winter Gardens.

The actor and game show host, who played Alfie Moon in BBC’s EastEnders, is indulging his passion for music and bringing his band to Thanet for a one-off performance on Friday, November 11.

Shane promises an evening of comedy banter, anecdotes and plenty of 80s hits that will get the audience dancing and smiling.

And in a supporting role is fellow actor and soul singer Donovan Blackwood.

The lead singer of 80s band Heatwave, who has provided backing vocals for James Morrison, Mica Paris and Tina Turner, has more recently found success with BBC 3’s award-winning Top Coppers comedy.

Tickets, which cost £26.50/£24.50 (restricted view), are available from the box office, telephone 01843 292795 or visit www.margatewintergardens.co.uk

Friday, November 11