Premiering at Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch, Dysbiosis is a queer-led multimedia performance unearthing our tangled ties to nature and environmental justice in a radical act of collective imagining.
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The Elves and The Shoemaker
Created especially for pre-school children and their families, this joyful, interactive performance brings a sprinkle of sparkle, a dash of mischief, and a whole heap of heart. Follow the tale of a kind shoemaker, some very helpful elves, and a whole lot of stitching, singing, and surprises…
Arts Outburst returns with its signature recipe of sensory play, musical mayhem, and festive cheer – the perfect introduction to theatre for little ones!
Expect magical moments, Join in with songs and actions and meet the Shoemaker and Wife and help save the day!
“So much fun – the little ones were hooked from the start!”
“Adorable, clever and full of heart!”
“Perfect for young audiences – so engaging!”
“Magical and funny – the children loved every minute!”
– on last years production of Hansel & Gretel
Mark Watson: Before It Overtakes Us
20 years in stand-up for the Taskmaster cheeky texts icon, multi-award-winner, YouTube cult figure, Radio 4 favourite and recently ‘Baby Reindeer’ actor: Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals. A recent encounter with a stranger caused Mark to spend some time pondering the uncertain future facing humanity. He explores this – along with equally pressing matters like the worst word he has ever said in public, the current state of the UK sausage industry, and much more – in a typically frantic and fun-packed new show.
★★★★★ ‘A genius-level comic doing what he does best’ Time Out Melbourne
★★★★★ ‘Quite unlike anything else I’ve seen in almost 20 years of covering the Fringe…witty, warm, perfectly judged’ Telegraph
★★★★ ½ ‘An hour or two of our limited span on Earth in his uplifting, witty company is time excellently spent’ Chortle
★★★★ ‘One of the most genuinely joyous presences in comedy’ The Times
★★★★ ‘This is a stand-up operating at the very top of his game’ Independent
Create and Play – Beside the Seaside
Looking for something to keep the little ones occupied during summer? Why not leave them with us for two jam-packed hours of creative fun involving drama games, storytelling and craft activities.
Each session is themed around a popular children’s story and includes a craft activity to take home.
Create and Play – Jungle Drums
Leave the kids with us for two jam-packed hours of creative fun involving drama games, storytelling and craft activities.
Each session is themed around a popular children’s story, and includes a ‘make to take home’.
Family Knees Up
After a sell-out show last year, Tom Carradine returns for a Family Knees Up in Hornchurch. Tom leads from behind his piano ‘Kimberley’, and will get you and your little ones Doing the Lambeth Walk, pondering How Much is That Doggy in the Window, marching with inflatable bananas “Down The Strand” and much more!
A zany, interactive family event full of family favourites you’ll want to sing along with. Enhanced by bubbles, puppets and plenty of audience participation it’s a great morning out for adults, babies and children aged 0 – 100.
“We came this morning and it was brilliant! Me, my 3 year old and 3 month old enjoyed ourselves hugely – thank you so much!”
“Was lovely to see all the generations enjoying today. Will be bringing my Nan and Grandad next time”
Baby Broadway Christmas Special
The whole family can sing and dance along to seasonal showtunes from hit musicals and well-known songs from Christmas films, all performed by our West End singers.
Enjoy well-known numbers from Elf, White Christmas, The Snowman, Frozen and many more. Festive fancy dress is encouraged and – as well as singing, clapping and dancing along – you can expect bubbles, bells, flying babies and puppetry!
Open to all ages from new-borns to school age to grandparents, concerts last approximately 45 minutes.
“We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized”
“A Christmassy delight”
Birth of the Cool
The Birth of the Cool album is a compilation of music recorded in the formative part of Miles Davis’ career, which for many represents a watershed moment in post-war music and in the history of jazz. This is now known as The Birth of the Cool, with the music that this historic nine piece group created in 1949 and 1950.
The group had a number of future jazz heavyweights, including: Gerry Mulligan, Lee Konitz, Max Roach, John Lewis, the arranger Gil Evans, and of course band leader, Miles Davis.
Unlike a big band or a small jazz group, the unconventional line up of instruments is specifically selected for the warmth of their voices and the depth of timbre that they create together.
The music of the Birth of the Cool is truly unique, combining bebop with classical techniques, polyphony, and the voices of a rich ensemble. Today these tunes sound as fresh as ever and offer a very rare opportunity to hear this music live.
The arrangements have been carefully collated by musical director, Tom Harker, with later collaborations between Miles Davis and Gil Evans also being showcased in adaptations from the albums Porgy & Bess and Miles Ahead.
The programme takes the opportunity to further explore jazz nonet repertoire in a contrasting context with arrangements by Steve Fishwick, McCoy Tyner, and Abdullah Ibrahim.
Musicals – The Ultimate Live Band Sing-Along
Get ready to unleash your inner star and experience the magic of the musicals like never before! Join us for an unforgettable night that will have you singing and dancing in your seats. This isn’t your average sit-and-watch show – it’s a wild, interactive, and seriously rockin’ musical theatre experience.
Step into the spotlight and join our extraordinary cast of supremely talented performers. They’re not just masters of mind-blowing vocals, unparalleled musicianship, and jaw-dropping dance moves; they’re also extending an exclusive invitation to YOU!
That’s right – unleash those iconic lines, flaunt your funkiest dance moves, and become part of the musical magic. Featuring songs from Mamma Mia!, Frozen, The Greatest Showman, Dirty
Dancing, SIX, Hairspray, We Will Rock You, The Lion King, Les Miserables, Rock Horror, Hamilton, Moulin Rouge, Jersey Boys and much more.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab those tickets, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready to sing, and laugh until your cheeks hurt.
Musicals – The Ultimate Live Band Singalong. A night where the audience becomes the star, and memories are a s golden as the spotlight. See you there… it’s your showtime!
Chinese New Year Extravaganza
Jinlong is back with the Chinese New Year Extravaganza, an unforgettable show filled with vibrant colours, awe-inspiring performances, and endless fun! Touring across the UK, this sensational event brings one of the biggest celebrations in the Chinese calendar to life on stage.
Be enchanted by the joyous Lion Dance, marvel at breath-taking acrobatics, and discover the world of wonder with dazzling new acts alongside beloved audience favourites. And don’t miss the playful charm of our mischievous pandas – guaranteed to bring a touch of PANDA-monium to the festivities!
This kaleidoscope of Chinese cultural traditions offers something for everyone, making it the perfect outing for families, friends, and culture enthusiasts alike. Suitable for all ages, the Chinese New Year Extravaganza promise an extraordinary experience on this auspicious occasion.
Book you tickets now and join us for a celebration like no other!
