Singer and impressionist Joe Longthorne has cancelled a show in Chatham.

He was due to play at the Britannia Theatre, Leviathan Way, on Thursday, October 29, but has cancelled the performance as he is still recovering from cancer treatment.

The variety performer has covered The Wind Beneath My Wings and is well known for his impression of Dame Shirley Bassey.

A spokesman said: “We are sorry to announce that the Joe Longthorne show scheduled for Thursday, October 29, has to be rescheduled due to Joe still recovering from his cancer treatment.

"Joe himself apologises for this but the doctors have told him he must continue to rest.

“Joe would like to thank you all for your prayers and understanding, and it won’t be long until he is back on stage performing as Joe loves to do.

“Joe is also looking forward to coming back to the Britannia Theatre in the new year, for a rescheduled performance, on Thursday March 17.”

The Britannia Theatre has apologised for any inconvenience and passed on their best wishes to Mr Longthorne and are excited about welcoming him to the Britannia in 2016.

Tickets for this Thursday’s show will be transferred to Thursday, March 17.

Anyone with queries should contact the Britannia Theatre box office, on 0844 858 6656.