Down Memory Lane November 2025

A happy, nostalgic afternoon full of all your favourite melodies.

This hour-and-a-half-long performance includes a 20-minute break for a free cuppa and biscuit, served in the performance area for maximum convenience.

We understand that flexibility is very important for this performance. Please let us know if you have any requirements that we can assist you with.

Down Memory Lane December 2025

A happy, nostalgic afternoon full of all your favourite melodies.

This hour-and-a-half-long performance includes a 20-minute break for a free cuppa and biscuit, served in the performance area for maximum convenience.

We understand that flexibility is very important for this performance. Please let us know if you have any requirements that we can assist you with.

The Sound of Springsteen

Experience the pure rock ‘n’ roll euphoria of Bruce Springsteen as this outstanding show brings his iconic sound to life, taking you on a musical journey through the incredible catalogue, from Greetings from Asbury Park to 2020’s Ghosts via the legendary hits Born in the USA and Born to Run.

From high-octane vocals to the phenomenal stage production, every detail is meticulously crafted to transport you back to the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll. Whether you’re a lifetime Springsteen fan or discovering his music for the first time, you will be captivated by the thundering guitars, iconic saxophone and powerful lyrics that defined generations.

Get ready to experience the legacy of The Boss and rock the night away with the authentic Springsteen experience!

Create and Play – Treasure Trails

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’.

Create and Play – Purr-fect-Pets

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’.

Outer Limits presents: Writing for the Midscale

A workshop for writers who have had their first full-length play professionally performed and have shown a commitment to a career as a professional playwright.

Working with award winning Essex playwright/screen writer Kenny Emson, you will explore what it means to write for larger spaces and audiences.

The workshop will include writing exercises, tips on pitching and idea generation and look to help writers navigate the transition from studio spaces to mid-scale.

Funded by Arts Council England and free to attend.

Themed Portrait Day

Join us for this free foyer event at the Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch where we invite you to try on theatre props and pose for The Hornchurch Portrait Artists.

The Hornchurch Portrait Artists are a friendly group that draw speedy portraits where the subject poses for 15 minutes – this time with added props!

This is a free foyer event and you can join us at any point between 11am and 2pm. Spaces are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.

Sip and Sketch

Join us for an evening of portrait drawing, with a professional model, in the setting of Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch, featuring props from the theatre stores and live music.

No experience needed- just come along on your own or with friends to enjoy getting to know people and most importantly having a laugh! If you have access to drawing equipment, bring it along but there will be supplies for anyone that needs them.

This delightful evening promises a relaxed atmosphere perfect for sipping a drink, sketching portraits and discovering some of the theatre’s most interesting hats, glasses and head pieces.

This event is strictly 16+

Light Fantastic

Thirty years ago, childhood friends Rod and Iris played an ill-fated gig at their school science fair. Today their band is reuniting for a one-off anniversary extravaganza. Will their experiment succeed, or will uncontrolled variables force them to abandon their hypothesis?

A musical comedy about light, science and friendship for all ages, particularly aimed at 11-14 year olds.

Written and performed by award-winning science-singer-songwriter John Hinton, and award-winning comedian/performer Laura Mugridge. Directed by Kat Joyce.

This is the brand new show by Ensonglopedia, whose many previous Brighton Fringe hits include the Puddle at the End of the World and Ensonglopedia of Animals. The science is fact-checked by Diamond Light Source and Sussex University.

Yeh Dosti – Celebrating 50 Years of Sholay

This spectacular music and dance show will transport you back to the heart of Bollywood’s golden era, honouring the legacy of a movie that has captivated audiences for half a century.

Yeh Dosti: A Golden Jubilee Celebration will feature mesmerising dance performances choreographed to the film’s legendary soundtrack, bringing to life the energy, drama, and romance that made Sholay a timeless classic.

Our talented cast of dancers and musicians will recreate the magic of the movie with dazzling costumes, vibrant sets, and electrifying performances. Experience the unforgettable dances and songs that have defined Bollywood cinema.

Yeh Dosti is a celebration of the film’s enduring impact on popular culture and its place in the hearts of millions. Whether you are a longtime fan of Sholay or experiencing its magic for the first time, Yeh Dosti promises to be a night of nostalgia, excitement, and entertainment.

Join us as we pay homage to a film that continues to inspire and enchant audiences around the world.

Don’t miss this extraordinary event. Get your tickets now and be part of the celebration!

This event is presented by LuvEntertainment, a well-established events company with over 15 years of experience. We’ve brought you live shows across the UK, including Desi Central, Comedy of Black Origin, Ladies of Laughter, Bring The Laughter, A Night With, and more.

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