Join Dartford Favourite and Pride host, Anton Stephans, as he lifts the lid on his life and work since he burst onto the mainstream stage on X Factor 10 years ago.
Hear the stories from behind the curtain and enjoy performances from him and his West End performing friends.
Enjoy performances from our community groups as he shares the stage and his love for performing with local Dartford talent.
GUEST PERFORMERS
ASH MUKHERJEE : An internationally recognized choreographer and performer whose practice blends Indian classical dance with contemporary and popular forms to create innovative, cross-cultural narratives. His choreographic work spans platforms including So You Think You Can Dance (BBC Two), Katie Melua’s The Flood (dir. William Orbit), and youth-led musicals with British Youth Music Theatre.
LEANNE PORTER : An award-winning actress, Leanne has won the Olivier Award for Best Actress in a Musical, the WhatsOnStage Award for Best Actress in a Musical and the Critics' Circle Award for Most Promising Newcomer. Her theatre credits include Hairspray (Shaftesbury Theatre), Girls Just Wanna Have Fun (UK Tour) and Cinderella (Xroads pantomime).
TILLY PANTLIN : Tilly is a professional singer and regular performer at events throughout Dartford and beyond. She will be entertaining the crowds on entry.
CASSIDY JANSON : Cassidy recently finished playing Anna Hathaway in '& Juliet' at The Shaftesbury Theatre, London. A role for which she won an Olivier award. Cassidy is well known for playing Carole King in Beautiful to rave reviews. Following a surprise visit Carole King said of the performance: ‘Cassidy Janson literally brought me to tears this evening with her performance of Natural Woman. She was who I was, she felt what I felt. She was me!’ She also duetted with Carole King in Hyde Park for 65,000 people.
MARK THROW : Magician. At just eight years old, Mark discovered his passion for magic and turned professional by the remarkable age of twelve. He has captivated audiences at high-profile events, ranging from corporate gatherings to film premieres. Notably, he performed at the world premiere of Jurassic Park , where he astounded director Steven Spielberg with his magical prowess. After a successful detour into corporate life, Mark has triumphantly returned to his first love – the mystifying arts of magic and mentalism. He recently sold out a show at the prestigious Phoenix Arts Club in September 2025, achieving this remarkable feat in under four days. Due to popular demand, an extra date has been added, 29th September 2025. With years of experience and wonder, Mark continues to enchant audiences everywhere.
EMMA GOODDAY-GEORGE : Post modern jazz and disco singer and musical theatre performer.
Plus performances from the Orchard Choir and Ukulele Club.
