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Ashes to Ashes, David Bowie cabaret at Wilton's

‘Ashes to Ashes’, David Bowie cabaret at Wilton’s

19 July 2023, 7:30 pm
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20 July 2023, 10:00 pm
On Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 July, Wilton’s present a David Bowie-themed cabaret. Entitled ‘Cabaret vs Cancer: Ashes to Ashes’, the show extends from song to burlesque to celebrate the Read more…

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‘Mad Women’ theatre production at St Margaret’s House

17 March 2024, 3:00 pm
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5:00 pm
For International Women’s Month this year, St Margaret’s House will be home to ‘Mad Women’, a ‘witty and fearless’ play inspired by three female Latin American artists who have struggled Read more…

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“East Endless” play at Wilton’s Music Hall - 28 May 2021

28 May 2021, 7:45 pm
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8:45 pm
Obsessed fan Tony Coventry has every EastEnders episode on video, but when he lands a bit part on the show, his dream job soon turns into a nightmare. Tim Fountain’s hilarious play Read more…

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“East Endless” play at Wilton’s Music Hall - 29 May 2021

29 May 2021, 7:45 pm
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8:45 pm
Obsessed fan Tony Coventry has every EastEnders episode on video, but when he lands a bit part on the show, his dream job soon turns into a nightmare. Tim Fountain’s hilarious play Read more…

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846 – A new audio play by Stratford East

23 July 2020
Acclaimed playwright Roy Williams brought together 14 writers to respond artistically to George Floyd’s murder and the Black Lives Matter Movement. From this came 846 – a collection of short pieces. Read more…

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A Christmas Carol at Hoxton Hall

2 December 2023, 4:00 pm
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3 December 2023, 7:30 pm
The Dickens Theatre Company are performing the classic Victorian tale, A Christmas Carol, this festive season a Hoxton Hall. However, this rendition of the centuries-old favourite is told with a Read more…

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A Christmas Carol at St Margaret’s House - 11 December 2021

11 December 2021, 5:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Your organisation: St Margaret’s House
Ebenezer and his ghoulish gang are back for another spooky Christmas Carol at St Margaret’s House this December. This is a tradition that never fails to ignite our Christmas spirit. Read more…

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A series of plays, dances and theatre at the Brady Arts and Community Centre

20 November 2021, 7:30 pm
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8:30 pm
‘Our Journey from Vietnam to Tower Hamlets’ is a short play and dance produced by the Community of Refugees from Vietnam. This chronicles how refugees escaped from Vietnam by a Read more…

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All Age Nativity at Bow Church

17 December 2023, 10:30 pm
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11:30 am
All Age Nativity at Bow Church Fun for all ages, come dressed as your favourite Nativity Character and be part of the story. Mulled Apple juice and Christmas treats will Read more…

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An Unfinished Man at The Yard

14 February 2022, 8:00 pm
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12 March 2022, 9:00 pm
Centring witchcraft and magic alongside the clash between West African and Western attitudes to mental health, An Unfinished Man tells a vital story of a young black man in today’s Read more…

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Animal Farm at Wilton’s Music Hall

23 January 2024, 7:30 pm
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27 January 2024, 9:10 pm
Visit Wilton’s Musical Hall this January to experience George Orwell’s barnyard brought to vivid life with the use of only a bale of hay, a bowler hat, a whip, some Read more…

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April Foolery at the Criterion Theatre

15 April 2024, 7:30 pm
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10:00 pm
Your organisation: Eastside Educational Trust and Space Hire
Eastside’s annual fundraising gala, April Foolery returns to London’s West End. In a special celebration of Eastside’s 30th Anniversary, this exciting night will feature some of the UK’s most beloved Read more…