The Academy Performing Arts School are pleased to be back at The Kenneth More Theatre once again for another action-packed show. We are proud to present "A Walk in the West End".

Join us for a night of Musical Magic performed by our talented students that range from as young as 3 all the way up to 18 years old.

As always, our triple threat performers are ready to blow your socks off with a night you won't forget. Grab your tickets now and leave the rest up to us.

*Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy.

Sir Geoff comes to the Kenneth More Theatre in 2024 for one final farewell tour!

Following the success of previous theatre tours, Sir Geoff is embarking on a series of appearances live on stage talking about his career, current football and, of course, that 1966 hat trick, plus an audience Q&A session.

Tickets

Full price £31.00

VIP tickets £66.50 (includes meet and greet, autograph and photo with Geoff.)

(all tickets include £1.50 Theatre Maintenace Levy)

IODS PRESENTS... ANIMAL FARM

Animal Farm is a fable with a sting.

Much has been written about the threat of Communism, but it remained to the late George Orwell, farsighted British author of the brilliant and frightening 1984, to expose the Russian experiment for what it really is; an idealist's dream, converted by realists into a nightmare.

Led by three pigs, the disgruntled animals overthrow their human owner, take control of the farm and create a new society in which: "All Animals Are Equal." The Pigs are first to take charge, but as each of them vie for power, the society becomes corrupted and the animals are led into a dark and brutal existence, in which "Some Animals Are More Equal Than Others."

In this timely allegory, you will meet beasts whose prototypes have dominated news headlines for many fearful years. Opening on a note of joyous triumph for the creatures who have emancipated themselves from the cruel mastery of a human owner, the play mounts inexorably to a climax of disillusionment in which the other animals discover themselves now subject to the rule of even more ruthless autocrats: the greedy, cunning pigs.

Intermingling humour and drama, Animal Farm wrings the emotions of its listeners, leaving audiences shaken with the tale of a tragedy that happened in a mythical barnyard far away but could happen in our own back yard.

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Redbridge Creates Theatre Company Presents...

ANNIE JR

Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie JR. features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure.

With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International.

All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI

www.mtishows.co.uk

Wednesday 17th July - 6pm

Thursday 18th July - 6pm

Tickets

£13 / £14.50 (includes £1.50 Theatre Restoration Levy)

Redbridge Drama Centre

Lovegrove Theatre

Churchfields

E18 2RB

Redbridge Creates Theatre Company presents

Disney's Beauty and the Beast

Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International

All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI

www.mtishows.co.uk

Step into the universe of Bollywood Time Machine, where we invite you to embark on a journey through the dynamic decades!

Hosted by the charismatic Tommy Sandhu

Vocals: Chirag Rao & Rekha

Dancers: LEDC Dance Crew

From the groovy 60s to the contemporary hits of today, immerse yourself in an evening filled with laughter, dance, and timeless melodies.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting voices of legends such as Kishore Kumar, Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, and Asha Bhosle, alongside the magnetic performances of modern sensations like Arijit Singh, Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal, and Sunidhi Chauhan.

Your host for this musical extravaganza is the charismatic and dynamic Tommy Sandhu. With performances by singers and dancers, prepare for an unforgettable night of entertainment for everyone!

Bollywood Time Machine : sing along with all your romantic 90s songs, funk your way through the 80s and get your fix of smooth and sensuous 60s and 70s classics!

We’ll see you there

This night has been brought to you by LuvEntertainment: a renowned events company operating for over 15 years and responsible for bringing you live shows around the UK like Desi Central, Comedy of Black Origin, Ladies Of Laughter, Botown, A Night With & others.

COBO : Comedy Shutdown proudly presents our Black History Month Special, hitting venues across the UK! Gather your friends and family for an unforgettable evening of uproarious laughter and celebration.

Acts:

- Robbie Gee (The Real McCoy, Netflix)

- Eddie Nestor (The Real McCoy, BBC London)

- Kat B (BBC, MTV)

- Richard Blackwood (MTV, ITV, BBC, CH4)

If you haven't experienced the magic of COBO before, brace yourself for an evening of rip-roaring, back slapping belly laughs as our Black History Month Special brings together some of the most talented comedians on the circuit.

We pride ourselves on championing comedians who appeal to comedy lovers of all backgrounds – so grab your tickets and head down for a night of good vibes!

COBO : Comedy Shutdown is brought to you by LuvEntertainment, a Multiple Award Winning provider of comedy events since 2009.

COBO : Comedy Shutdown tour hosts memorable, quality shows all over the UK and feature the very best of established and new comedy talent – both homegrown and international. We also pride ourselves on presenting and championing comedians who appeal to comedy lovers of all ages and backgrounds.

Our events are the perfect place to come to for a guaranteed fun night out where you can unwind, relax and have a laugh with friends, family or work colleagues.

Note Booking Terms & Conditions: LuvEntertainment.co.uk/terms-conditions/

Suitable for ages 16 years+

Tickets

All Tickets £21.50 (prices include a £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy.)

In roaring twenties Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap... until he finds out he's been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another "Merry Murderess," Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the "American Dream": fame, fortune, and acquittal.

Presented by Redbridge Drama and Dance College

Book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse

Music by John Kander

Lyrics by Fred Ebb

Based on the play by Maurine Dallas Watkins

Script adaptation by David Thompson

This amateur production of CHICAGO: TEEN EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd.www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

The Kerryjane Academy of Dance will be performing their annual show with some vibrant and energetic Dance and Singing routines.

Find out more about Kerryjane Academy Of Dance. 

*Ticket prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy.

Step back in time and journey through the decades with Distinct Performing Arts' spectacular end-of-year show, 'Decade Dreamers!' From the nostalgic tunes of the 1950s to the chart-topping hits of today, our talented young performers will take you on a musical adventure like no other. Experience the infectious energy of rock 'n' roll, groove to the beats of hip-hop classics, and feel the rhythm of contemporary pop hits. With iconic songs like 'How Much Is That Doggy in the Window,' 'Can't Touch This,' and 'Dance the Night Away,' our show promises to delight audiences of all ages. Join us as we celebrate the dedication, talent and passion of our students who have worked tirelessly to bring this vibrant journey through time to life. Suitable for all ages, so bring the whole family and be prepared to be dazzled.

ON SALE FROM WEDNESDAY 15th MAY

All Tickets - £14.00

Price includes £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy.

Get ready everyone, Desi Central returns with another fantastic lineup …or a night filled with laughter.  Gather your friends & family and join us for an uplifting night of comedy with this renowned tour!

Acts:

– Tommy Sandhu (BBC, Brownload)

– Preet Singh (British Comedian of the Year Semi Finalist, BBC AN)

– Prince Abdi (Comedy Central, ITV)

– Shalaka Kurup (King Gong)

You can expect an uproarious night with a lineup of kick ass comedians. So leave your worries at the door & enter the world of Desi Central for a night you won’t forget.

We pride ourselves on championing comedians who appeal to comedy lovers of all backgrounds – so book up now because we want you to always be kushi & never gham!

Desi Central Comedy Show is brought to you by LuvEntertainment, a Multiple Award Winning provider of comedy events since 2009.

LuvEntertainment comedy tours host memorable, quality shows all over the UK and feature the very best of established and new comedy talent – both homegrown and international. We also pride ourselves on presenting and championing comedians who appeal to comedy lovers of all ages..

Our events are the perfect place to come for a guaranteed fun night out where you can unwind, relax and have a laugh with friends, family or work colleagues.

Please Note Terms & Conditions For This Event: LuvEntertainment.co.uk/terms-conditions/

Suitable for ages 18 years+

(price includes £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)

Four voices that defined a decade: Dusty Springfield, Cilla Black, Lulu and Petula Clark.

 Between them they had many of the very greatest songs of the 60s. Do you remember ... Downtown ... This Is My Song ... If You Go Away ... Shout ... Love Loves To Love Love ... Alfie ... Anyone Who Had A Heart ... You're My World ... You Don't Have To Say You Love Me?

You will hear these and many, many more of your favourites, all brilliantly performed by Samantha and her band.

Through the magic of theatre, 'Dusty, Cilla, Lulu & Pet' will transport you to a TV studio for a typical 1960s music show. And don't worry, although back then there were only two television channels and much of the output was still in black-and-white, this show is full of colour.

The best songs, from the best singers ... all in one amazing feel-good show.

Avalon Entertainment Presents...

Chloe Petts and Garrett Millerick: Edinburgh Fringe Comedy Previews.

Chloe Petts’ is “one of the most compelling young comics” (Brian Logan, The Guardian) and “clearly a rising star whose name will soon be in lights” (Bruce Dessau, The Evening Standard). This has established her as one of the most exciting up & coming acts on the circuit. She’s currently on screens every Saturday morning as a guest on Sky Sports News.

Chloe returned to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer with her new show If You Can’t Say Anything Nice which sold-out in the first week of the festival which led to adding 6 extra shows. Last year she performed her debut show Transience to sold-out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and for two 5-night runs at Soho Theatre, which led to a tour around the rest of the UK which ended with extra date added at London’s Leicester Square Theatre. Receiving rave reviews from publications including The Guardian,  The Telegraph, The Evening Standard. With 5 stars from Gwendolyn Smith (The i) describing the show as a “barnstormer of a Fringe debut.”

An alumna of the prestigious Pleasance Comedy Reserve, shortlisted for the BBC Comedy Award, finalist of Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year Awards 2017 and runner-up in the Funny Women Awards 2017. As well as supporting Ed Gamble on his Electric 2022 UK tour and Frank Skinner during his West End run. Chloe was selected performed at Melbourne International Comedy Festival in April.

On television and radio, Chloe has been a regular on The Frank Skinner Show (Absolute Radio), World Cup Breakfast (Sky Sports) for the Men’s Football World Cup 2022 and previously for Good Morning Euros (Sky Sports) for the UEFA Women’s Euros, and has also appeared on MOTDx (BBC), Jonathan Ross’s Comedy Club (ITV), The Stand-Up Sketch Show (ITV2), Richard Osman’s House of Games (BBC Two), Random Acts (Channel 4), Hypothetical (Dave), Fighting Talk (BBC Radio 5 Live), BBC Three Quickies (BBC Three), as well as recently winning Pointless Celebrities (BBC One). In terms of podcasts, Chloe has appeared on Off Menu, Films to Buried With and co-hosted The Guilty Feminist.

Garrett Millerick is a phenomenal stand-up comic, Garrett’s breakout television performance was on the hit US late-night talk show Conan (TBS). His live show Sunflower became one of the best reviewed and most talked about shows of 2018, both at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and subsequently at London’s Soho Theatre. The show saw packed houses for both runs and regularly added shows to cope with demand. The show was Time Out London’s No.1 Comedy Pick for February 2019, and saw Garrett receive a nomination for ‘Breakthrough Act’ at the 2019 Chortle Awards. Garrett has since followed up the show with Smile and Just Trying to Help. The Times called Smile one of the stand out shows of the year and The British Comedy Guide named it one of the best reviewed shows of the year. All three shows transferred to London before touring the UK and have been recorded by 800 Pound Gorilla Records to stream and purchase internationally.

His new show Just Trying to Help was nominated for best show at the Leicester Comedy Festival and also received critical acclaim at the 2022 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, being described as “a performance of rare force and intensity that overpowers his audience…It’s a travesty that he’s not much better known outside the comedy cognoscenti” (★★★★1/2, Chortle). The show later transferred to the Soho Theatre and is currently touring across the UK.

Garrett is currently working on a new sitcom which previously recorded a pilot for Audible produced by Hat Trick Productions and starring Jack Dee and Meera Syal. He previously created and co-hosted hit podcast Laughable with Jayde Adams and

Red Richardson which was picked by the Guardian as one of the funniest podcasts to listen to during the pandemic.

(Ticket price includes £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)

The Fairytale Forest is in deep dark trouble - Cinderella is lost in Wonderland, Humpty Dumpty’s left the wall, and Little Red has turned bright blue. The fate of 'Happily Ever After' is left in the hands of three children. Join them on their quest, as they have one night to untwist and save our favourite fairytales!

This is a spectacular musical show for all the family, performed by our Redbridge Creates Performing Arts students.

(prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy).

Redbridge Adult Theatre Workshop presents

The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society's production of Macbeth

Have you ever seen a really terrible Am Dram show, where everything is wrong, from the ridiculous casting to the pretentious programme? Where everything goes wrong, from the introductory music, via the hopeless sound and lighting effects to the inept and unrehearsed curtain call? Well now is your chance to witness such a production!

The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society mounts yet another assault on the classics with a startlingly original production of Macbeth staged to get them to the Welwyn Garden City Finals. Under the carefully mascara'd eye of adjudicator George Peach, all events conspire hilariously against them.

Ticket prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

A stunning live concert performance that’s pure Gatsby era as we welcome you to step back into the Roaring Twenties the Fabulous Thirties and a world of red-hot rhythms with The Tony Jacobs Orchestra, Singers & Dancers. You can expect a dazzling celebration of music and song from this authentic all-star big band which comprises the cream of British jazz musicians and singers. This family show also features The TJO Dancers who expertly perform the Charleston, Black Bottom and the Lindy Hop and other ‘jazz-age’ dances. Tony Jacobs is not only a versatile singer and musician, but he is also a charismatic host and charming raconteur who will bring the music of the Great Gatsby era to life with panache and passion.

"Music from the ’20s and ’30s performed at its best. I loved it!" John Suchet Classic FM

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Redbridge Creates Theatre Company presents

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR.

Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life at the Kenneth More Theatre in Disney’s High School Musical JR. Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extra-curricular activities.

It’s the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians an all find their cliques. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. The couple causes an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the "status quo," Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.

Book by David Simpatico

Based on a Disney Channel Original Movie Written by Peter Barsocchini

Songs by Matthew Gerrard & Robbie Nevil, Ray Cham, Greg Cham & Andrew Seeley, Randy Petersen & Kevin Quinn, Andy Dodd & Adam Watts. Bryan Louiselle, David N. Lawrence & Faye Greenberg, Jamie Houston

Music Adapted, Arranged and Produced by Bryan Louiselle

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe) All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe www.mtishows.co.uk

(prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)

GET INVOLVED! Want to be a part of this production? Find out more here.

Step into a world of enchantment and laughter with Jack and the Beanstalk, Redbridge Creates Theatre Company's magical pantomime that brings the classic fairy tale to life like never before.

Meet Jack, our charming and unsuspecting hero, whose life takes an unexpected turn when the family's cow is traded for a handful of mysterious beans. Little does Jack know that these beans hold the key to a towering adventure that reaches new heights – quite literally!

Expect glittering sets, dazzling costumes, and toe-tapping musical numbers in this fantastical journey filled with adventure, comedy, and a sprinkle of fairy dust.This musical comedy production is sure to delight all ages with lots of audience interaction, dance routines, slapstick silliness, cheeky jokes and as always, a few special surprises.

Get ready to cheer for the heroes, boo at the villains, and be transported to a world where dreams truly do come true – all with a sprinkle of pantomime magic!

Preview Performances: Friday 22- Sunday 24 November

Relaxed Performances: Saturday 7th December 1pm, Friday 20th December 2pm, Monday 30 December 1pm (find out more about relaxed performances here)

For school performance timings and prices please contact us at kmt@visionrcl.org.uk

Please note: This production contains smoke, haze, flashing lights, strobe effects and pyrotechnics.

(prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)

Laughter in One Act (or Less!)

For the followers of Woodford Pantomime and everyone who enjoys a gentle comedy, WOADS are making their comeback with this evening of one act plays and monologues. This year is the 100 years anniversary of this company and although the Panto’s have been going from strength to strength, this is the first time for many years that old and new members have come together to put on an evening of entertainment. Two short plays: The Wolf Tale, an alternative version of Red Riding Hood complete with stray sheep and Robin Hood and, The Mystery Tour, what happens when a day trip goes wrong! These, along with a few monologues to delight and amuse!

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Restoration Levy

Lee Mead, star of Television and award winning West End leading man, embarks on his brand new UK tour.

Lee shot to fame in 2007 on the BBC reality TV show 'Any Dream Will Do'. Beating 10,000 other hopefuls in the live finals to be crowned as Joseph in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Lee has since starred in a wide range of stage productions, including 'Wicked', 'Legally Blonde', Chicago, ‘Chitty Chitty Bang Bang' and most recently ‘We Will Rock You” at the London Coliseum last Summer. He has also released several successful albums that showcase his powerful vocals and impressive range.

This production features Lee's outstanding live band and stunning musical arrangements. Selected songs from his musical influences and celebrate a career lasting over twenty years.

Join Lee for an evening of unforgettable music from the world of Musical Theatre, contemporary hits and his brand new EP.

A voice not to be missed!

Songs include: A Different Corner, The Power of Love, Englishman In New York, Grease, Close Every Door, From Now On, Love of the Common People, Don’t Dream It’s Over, All I Care About Is Love, The Best Is Yet to Come and many more.

*prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

The Finch Stage School was established in 1933 by Betty Finch.

The students take classes in all genres of performance, including ballet, tap, modern, musical theatre, street dance, commercial and contemporary dancing.

Dancing exams are taken yearly and we are very proud of the 100% pass rate achieved by the students. All our classes are run by highly qualified professional teachers and choreographers.

We are delighted to be performing our 91st show at the Kenneth More Theatre and hope you enjoy an evening of colourful, first class, varied entertainment from our pre school children right through to our Senior students!

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the floor. Get your dancing shoes at the ready, grab yourself a milkshake and relax - you are in for an evening of back to back hits from the 1950s and 60s!

From the birth of Rock n Roll through to the Beat Group sounds of the British Invasion and beyond, the show is packed with over forty hits from the likes of Connie Francis, Brenda Lee, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, The Ronettes, Cliff Richard, Cilla Black and many more.

Performed by a full live band, featuring some of the country's top musicians, this incredible show features excellent vocals, tight harmonies and an infectious sense of fun.

Dancing in the aisles is strictly compulsory so bring your dancing shoes and let the good times roll!

*Please note prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Global Productions presents

London Assurance

‘(It’s) equal to anything yet known in the way of theatrical embellishment,’ opined The Times newspaper after the opening night at the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden of Dion Boucicault’s 1841 comedy London Assurance. A remarkably assured piece of work for a twenty-one year-old playwright the production excelled in its dandyish wit and its distancing devices, to Pinero and beyond: and, most of all, to Wilde, whom Boucicault encouraged and supported. The splendid tensions it sets up – town v country, father v son, and artifice v authenticity – are traditionally neat and well made. Considered by many critics as the Irish genius of London theatre in the age of Dickens, Boucicault created – in the egotistical and vain Sir Harcourt Courtly and the mischievous and fun-loving Lady gay Spanker – two of the great comic roles of the English stage.

In this version presented by Global Theatre Productions and adapted from the original script in 2010 by the award-winning dramatist Richard Bean, we meet the preening, foppish Courtley, who is lured away from the epicenter of fashionable London by the promise of a rich and beautiful bride several decades his junior. He soon discovers, however, that the exuberant character of her hearty cousin, Lady Spanker, eclipses those of his future wife’s charms. What follows is a rumbustious, and celebrated romp filled with larger-than-life characters and hilarious set pieces.    

Tickets - £15 / £13 (prices includes £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)

Theatretrain Waltham Forest Presents

Madagascar: A Musical Adventure Jr

Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture.

Take a journey out of the zoo and onto the stage with your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends brought to life by our talented

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Music Theatre International (Europe)

All authorised performance materials are also supplied by MTI Europe

Original Music and Lyrics by George Noriega & Joel Someillan

Book by Kevin Del Aguila

Find out more about Theatretrain - Build confidence and give them the best start with professional, fun and friendly theatre training in Waltham Forest.

*Ticket prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Poultonlee Theatre presents Paige From The Book By Adam Poulton

This fantasy musical tells the story of Jazzy Clayton a school girl who accidentally releases a mysterious character from a book with the most unexpected consequences!

Find out more about Poultonlee Theatre here.

Pete's Goodtime Jazz Band

An afternoon of fun toe-tapping jazz, blues and swing in our KMT foyer.

Think of the great era of the 1920s and 1930s and of Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller and Benny Goodman. Add a dash of blues, New Orleans and British trad and you’re sure to have a great time.

The musicians are of the finest calibre. They have travelled the globe, performing at festivals, major concert halls and jazz clubs worldwide. Between them, they have played hundreds of performances in the bands of Chris Barber, Kenny Ball, Acker Bilk and many more.

Pop in after your Sunday lunch, grab a drink from the bar, sit back and enjoy!

Tickets

All tickets £13.50

(prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)

Really Big Pants Theatre Company present

Plundered!

by Joe Bromley and Willow Nash

An environmental quest for ages 5+

Whilst searching for hidden treasure, a famously selfish pirate captain has left a once beautiful tropical island littered with rubbish and its inhabitants struggling to survive.  It's up to Maggie and Roy to save it.  The trouble is… they’re REALLY not friends.  Teleported from their school trip at a maritime museum into the centre of a swashbuckling adventure in the Amazon, will they learn to work together, win the race to find the legendary gold – and restore the place to its natural glory?

Can YOU help us defeat this dastardly litterbug pirate…?

Join these colourful characters (and some perky puppets) as they set sail on their quest!  Explore new habitats and learn about the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling; caring for endangered animals; and looking after our world.

And come dressed as a fearsome member of his crew if ye dare!  Arrrrrrr!

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“What a funny, fabulous show with such an important message.  We loved it!” - Mum, Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

“Fantastic!  We loved the way you embedded important lessons within the show in such a creative way.  Very humorous, and amazing acting!” - Parent, Redbridge Children’s StoryFest

“Fantastic show.  We sang the recycle song all the way home!” - Parent, Mill Arts Centre

“What a triumph – great to see the theatre so full of pirates!  We look forward to welcoming you back” - Artistic director, Watermill Theatre

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Redbridge Drama and Dance College Auditions

We are holding auditions for our 2 year extended diploma course for ages 16 years+. In partnership with VISION RCL, SCL and RSL, RDDC have spaces available for our 2024 intake. Receive professional bespoke training in the performing arts with an incredible faculty of teachers and industry professionals.

Located at the Redbridge Drama Centre in South Woodford you will train in our state of the art facilities including a purpose built aerial and circus studio, film and music studio, numerous dance studios and 2 in house theatres as well as performing in our sister venue The Kenneth More Theatre!

To apply for an audition click here.

Little Red Riding Hood’s friend arrives to tell us the story but has a problem, there are no pages in the book! He tries to tell the story and we meet Red Riding Hood’s mum, dad and grandma but he keeps getting the story wrong. So Cinderella arrives to help, dancing a conga with her Jack’s Baked Beans Band and suggests auditions to find the Wolf to end the story.

There is lots of participation in this theatre show, with the audience becoming Cinderella’s backing band, auditioning to be wolves, helping Red Riding Hood’s dad cut down trees and dancing a conga!

This show plays to children of all ages and their families, designed to open up the world of books to young audiences, showing them the adventures that can be found by opening the pages and letting the story jump out.

Presented by Booster Cushion Theatre

Rule The World have been recognised as the Number 1 Take That tribute act in the world. They recently appeared alongside Nicole Kidman, Hugh Bonneville, Julie Walters and THE REAL TAKE THAT on BBC1’s ‘The Graham Norton Show’. After hearing Dan Maines speak, a stunned Gary Barlow said in amazement “He sounds like me!”. Gary then also praised the band saying “These guys are good!”.

‘Rule The World’ have also been featured on ITV1′s ‘Daybreak’ and have had rave reviews from many people including TV personality Ricky Tomlinson, Denise Van Outen. Jason Orange’s mother and Mr GARY BARLOW himself who tweeted the band to say he thought they are “brilliant”. They are the ONLY Take That tribute show in the land to have ever been praised by Take That’s lead singer!

The band have performed at many prestigious events around the world. They’ve performed at a private party for ‘Coldplay’ and their management team featuring many celeb guests. They have also performed with the cast of ITV1’s ‘Emmerdale’ and have been very fortunate to travel the world playing large outdoor festivals in Barcelona, Germany, Austria, Ireland and more. They have performed as a headline act on the Royal Carribbean cruise ships and have a big contract with Butlins Holiday Parks where they regularly perform alongside S Club, East 17, Damage, Garath Gates and Bobby Davro. They have performed a 3 year theatre tour with their live band and backing dancers in many amazing UK theatres including Manchester Palace, Edinburgh Playhouse, Leeds Grand, York Opera House to name just a few.

The show is an accurate portrayal of a Take That concert and features all the biggest hits including ‘Never Forget’, ‘Greatest Day’, ‘Back For Good’, ‘Relight My Fire’, ‘Everything Changes’, ‘Shine’, ‘Pray’ and many more.

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Rumble Wrestling returns to The Kenneth More Theatre for their next show this year, with another action packed show sure to please the crowd.

Get ready for an action-packed show with a host of stars from the Rumble Wrestling roster. There will be a special main event challenge plus full supporting line up.

The whole family will enjoy an afternoon of high flying moves that the kids will be talking about for weeks after. Cheer the good guys, boo the bad ones as the energy flows through the area. There is also a chance to meet all the wrestlers after the show so bring your phone with you to grab those all-important photos with the stars you have been watching.

If you are a die-hard wrestling fan or just looking for some thrilling live entertainment – The Rumble Wrestling show is for everyone. Share with your family and friends.

Book your tickets now for this high demand event.

Ticket prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy.

Dance Express is back showcasing a variety performance with a range of singing and various dance styles.

Join us and watch some 'Shooting Stars'

Tickets £17.50 (Full Price) £15.50 (Conc) - Tickets include £1.50 Theatre Levy

Sunday 9th June - 6pm

Lovegrove Theatre

Redbridge Drama Centre

Churchfields

E18 2RB

Cult hit event Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote comes to town, with an interactive screening of the classic Murder, She Wrote episode “Broadway Malady”. Jessica Fletcher heads to New York City but soon gets caught up in a murder mystery only she (or you!) can solve!

Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote is a unique and hilarious night featuring games, prizes and audience participation, with special permission from NBC Universal Television. See the show Time Out rated one of 2021 and 2019’s 50 Great Nights Out in London that has played to sell-out audiences across the UK and Australia.

Hosted by super-fan Tim Benzie, Solve-Along-A-Murder-She-Wrote features:

* A race to solve to the crime, via the Fameometer and the Suspiciometer!

* A Cabot Cove quiz!

* A singalong to the theme tune with new lyrics!

* Clips and biogs of the campy guest stars!

“You’ll be swept away with Jessica Fletcher feels … it has the BEST HOST.” - Time Out London

“I’d challenge anyone to sit through this show and not get utterly invested in figuring out whodunit, whilst smiling at the comfort that this 80’s drama brings.” - **** West End Wilma

Visit us at www.solvealongamurdershewrote.com, or follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @solvealonga.

Please note: performances of the episode "Broadway Malady" include the use of balloons given to the audience,

which contain latex. Also this episode features flashing images.

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

Sukh keeps being told that she’s successful. She’s been on telly, had a book published and even been trolled on Twitter. So why does she still feel like a toddler who has lost their Mum in Tesco’s?

Join Sukh as she approaches 40 and figures out middle age, pretending to be a grown up and the joy of a Tupperware set.

Sukh Ojla is a comedian, actor and writer. Her first book, ‘Sunny’, was released in 2022.

Credits:

As a comedian, Sukh has performed on many TV shows including, The Big Asian Stand-Up Show (BBC Two), Comedy Guide to Life (Dave), Jonathan Ross’ Comedy Club (ITV), Comedy Central Live and features in Sky’s Dating No Filter.

In 2019, Sukh took her debut solo show ‘For Sukh’s Sake’ to Edinburgh, which received rave reviews including 5* from Funny Women. Last year, Sukh returned to her nationwide tour of ‘Life Sukhs’ to critical acclaim.

Television credits include Feel Good (Channel 4), Bridgerton (Netflix), The End of the F**king World (Channel 4), GameFace (Channel 4), Hospital People (BBC1), Black Mirror (Channel 4) and EastEnders (BBC1).

Love LEGO®?

We’re delighted to be welcoming The Brick People to Kenneth More Theatre, who’ll be offering a wide range of LEGO® brick related free-flow workshop activities.

Their family driven LEGO Brick Events consist of various LEGO® activity tables providing the tools for families to play and interact together away from screens for an hour, bringing them closer and sharing in their creativity through the medium of LEGO®.

The event contains self-guided activities including mosaic building and random brick building, along with tables featuring monitored build challenges by The BRICK People staff for the children and adults in attendance, such as a the timed tower and model building, where names of the challengers are written on a leaderboard for the day for all to see.

There are also a selection of amazing official and unofficial LEGO® creations by The BRICK People and when available, the wider LEGO® hobbyist community.

Come along to enjoy a series of family orientated free-flow workshops including:

● SPEED BUILD CHALLENGES - Think you’ve got good building skills? Children and adults alike can try the speed build challenges including the 1 minute “Timed Tower” and model set build challenge.

● RACEWAY - Build a vehicle to race down our track made with LEGO® and make it to the bottom!

● MOSAICS - Create a mosaic using LEGO® DOTS and add your design to the mosaic display

● FREE-BUILDING - with s selection of random bricks and 2x4 bricks in their thousands, children and adults can add their master builds to the display area

● YOUNG BUILDERS - LEGO® DUPLO® bricks to keep the youngest builders occupied!

● BUILD HELP - There will be professional Master Builders on hand throughout the day to assist with any challenges the event attendees may be facing with their builds.

● MODEL DISPLAYS - The BRICK People bring along a selection of official models and MOCS (My Own Creations) to their events and sometimes various models from the wider LEGO® community depending on availability.

● BRICK SHOP - A small selection of LEGO sets available for attendees to come away with a memento from the event.

‘Having The BRICK People at Cranleigh Arts centre was an absolute pleasure, The atmosphere in the building was magic with happy faces young and old. We cannot wait until they return’ Sophie Woods, Director, Cranleigh Arts

Please note all attendees (adults as well as children) require a ticket.

THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES

The Shake it Up Baby Tour

Come together, right now – it’s time to shake it up baby with the concert show of the year.

The sensational 2022 Get Back! UK Tour features an incredible cast that not only look and sound like John, Paul, George, and Ringo, they also generate that same, famed incredible excitement that was the trademark of the greatest group the world has ever seen – with the Fab Four’s unique sense of humour thrown in for good measure too.

Enjoy She Loves You, A Hard Day’s Night, Help!, I Feel Fine, Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, Hey Jude, Here Comes the Sun, Get Back and so many more non-stop chart toppers. Concertgoers are invited to join a magical musical tour that takes you back to the golden era of pop music - featuring hit after hit after hit!

Playing to ecstatic sell-out audiences all over the world - and now touring the nation, The Magic of the Beatles is all you need for an unforgettable night of crowd-pleasing, million-selling, solid-gold musical memories. So, let it be and get your tickets now!

“An outstanding tribute to one of the greatest bands in musical history. If you’re a fan of The Beatles, or just love great rock and roll music, this show is not to be missed”

NottinghamLive.co.uk

This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists/estates/management companies or similar shows.

Promoter reserves the right to alter the programme.

Following on from our successful London debut at The Other Palace in 2022, Performers International Productions are looking forward to  bringing  “ The Show Must Go on - The Musical Theatre Story “  to Redbridge!

Featuring performers from both the West End and national tours, The Musical Theatre Story takes you on a narrated journey from the birth of the Modern Musical in the early 1920s, through the Golden Age both on film and stage ( Oklahoma! Singing in the Rain, Carousel, West Side Story, etc), through the rise of the rock and dance shows ( Jesus Christ superstar, Chicago, Cabaret, Tommy etc), right up to the present day, where the Epic Musical  ( Les Miserable, Miss Saigon, The Phantom of the Opera), Disney and the Juke Box musical ( Jersey Boys, We Will Rock You, etc) have risen to dominate the West End, Broadway and the silver screen.

What ever your musical theatre taste, this show offers something for all, bringing you some of the most loved songs of musical theatre, alongside some of the more obscure, blending together in a two- hour whistle-stop extravaganza of one of the world’s most loved theatrical forms .

Tickets

Full Price £23.50 | Concessions £21.50

(prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy)

Please note the performance of The Show Must Go On at Kenneth More Theatre on 31st May has been postponed and will now take place at Redbridge Drama Centre on 15th June.

Let’s head back to 1985 where rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s most sought after wedding singer, he really is the life and soul of the party. However, when his heart is ripped apart and his own wedding plans don’t go as planned, Robbie affected by his heartbreak suddenly becomes the worst wedding singer you can imagine. Enter Julia, a waitress at the wedding venue where he performs. But there’s just one problem, she is already engaged to a shallow Wall Street broker. Despite their feelings, a misfortunate series of events lead them in opposite directions. When Julia then elopes to Las Vegas Robbie decides to play the gig of his life to try and win her heart. You would be Barking MAD to miss this!!

This production is presented by Barking Music and Drama.

Signed performance on Friday 14 June 7.30pm.

Prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy.

Remarkably compelling, amazingly detailed and always humorous...

The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony Stockwell has a long-established credibility as one of the top Intuitive Mediums and has shared the stage all round the world with international mediums such as Colin Fry, James van Praagh and Lisa Williams. Tony demonstrates his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones with detailed messages frequently including names, dates and locations, all delivered with emotion, sensitivity and empathy. The evening may include psychometry, photographs readings and psychic prediction.

Recent legislative guidelines insist that any Evening of Mediumship should be billed ‘for entertainment purposes’.

Tony certainly uses his natural wit, showmanship and Cockney charisma to entertain but more important, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and instil in them a sense of peace, comfort and purpose. We hope that nobody can fail to come away untouched by the experience.

Website:https://tonystockwell.com/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/TonyStockwellPsychicMedium/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tony.stockwell/

All Tickets: £22.50 price (includes £1.50 Thetare Maintenance levy)

Fusing the mystery of magic with wondrous and miraculous feats of science. Hang on to your seats as we transform the venue into a real life science laboratory. Experience the non-stop action packed interactive magical science experiments that will capture the imagination. Top Secret is a fast moving colourful magical science show filled with mystery, suspense, lots and lots of mess!

Top Secret will inspire and educate every young budding magician and scientist, as well as proving fun and exciting entertainment for all of the family.

Join Adore Dance London, East London's local dance school, for their annual summer show! Witness the culmination of a year's hard work as students of all ages and abilities take centre stage. This dazzling performance promises to showcase the confidence, talent, and pure joy of dance. A perfect outing for parents, families, and friends to celebrate the achievements of Adore Dance London's rising stars!

Find out more about Adore Dance here.

*Ticket prices include £1.50 Theatre Maintenance Levy

'Where's Mrs Ladybird' is based on the popular baby and toddler book from the award winning Felt Flaps series by Nosy Crow.

The Felt Flaps series has sold over 4 million copies We're looking for Mrs Ladybird and you can come too. As we search for our spotty friend, Mr Caterpillar, Mrs Bee and Mr Snail play peek-a-boo with you. Moon On A Stick bring their signature style to this familiar title, combining puppetry with mesmerising music and interaction.

A live hide and seek story for tiny people to share with their grown-ups.

Baby Show Suitability (12pm & 2pm) : For ages approx. 0-18 months. A gentle version of the production suitable for those not on the move and/or wanting a calmer experience.

Toddler Show Suitability (10.30am & 3.30pm) : For ages approx. 18 months-3 years. An energetic version of the production suitable for those on the move and/or wanting a livelier experience.

Asha, a sharp-witted idealist, makes a wish so powerful that it is answered by a cosmic force – a little ball of boundless energy called Star. Together, Asha and Star confront a most formidable foe - the ruler of Rosas, King Magnifico - to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen.

Certification: U