Tag: Singing

Jul28202628 July 202628 July 2026by Chi-Lin Nim

Musical Memories

Musical Memories is an interactive immersive musical show exploring the relationship of two friends from their childhood to older age.

It includes drama, dance and music as well as film and familiar artefacts to stimulate the senses and provoke reminiscence and joy.

Contact Annie to find out the full details and to book your free space. 077657 14384 or email info@jazannearts.co.uk

Shows on:
Wed 29th July
EN1
Show: 2pm

Thurs 30th July
London E16
Shows 10.30am and 2pm

Monday 3rd August
London E7
Show 2.00pm tbc

Tuesday 4th August
IG1
Show 1pm

Wednesday 5th August
London E15
Show 2.00pm

Thursday 6th August
London N13
Show: 2.30pm tbc


Jul20202620 July 202620 July 2026by Chi-Lin Nim

Disability Festival in the Park

Come along for a fun-filled day celebrating inclusion and community spirit on:
🗓️ Wednesday 22 July
⏰ 12pm-7pm
📍 Christchurch Green, Wanstead, E11 2RH
Entry: Free
Music may begin before the formal festival opening.

Enjoy:
🎵 Incredible tribute acts featuring Tina Turner, Michael Jackson, and Ed Sheeran
🎾 Accessible sports
🎤 Stand up comedy
🎡 Funfair
🤩 and lots more!


Jul12202612 July 202612 July 2026by Chi-Lin Nim

SpitNights | poets v singers

we’re inviting singers and poets onto the stage to perform with the improv band

(it’s not a competition just a way of bringing poets and singers together 🫂)

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line up
caitlin o’ryan
darcey salt
+ guests & wildcards

(sign up for wildcard slots between 7-7:45pm, names will be picked out a hat at random)

event starts 7:45pm
bar open from 5pm
DJs 7-8pm and 10:30-late
mostly standing event with around 40 seats if you get down for doors at 7pm
step free access (speak to venue staff and they can assist)

£15/£6


Jul0120261 July 20261 July 2026by Chi-Lin Nim

The Croydonites Fringe

Croydonites is a festival of theatre and performance. Our mission is to showcase local theatre makers, and bring some of the best contemporary performance work from around the UK to Croydon doorsteps.

ROSIE YADID
WED 1 JULY / 7PM
In her debut solo hour, Rosie Yadid combines burlesque, musical theatre, storytelling and clown in this bittersweet love song to unsung divas and lyrical exploration of Jewish archetypes.
18+

EMMY FYLES
WED 1 JULY / 9PM
Join Emmy Fyles (BBC3, Comedy Central, LADbible) as she serves up her “multimedia extravaganza (PowerPoint show she made on her laptop) exploring why things are a dystopian-level bin fire for women in 2026.
(But, like, in a totally funny, cute way…)
18+

B!TCH ON THE MIC
THU 2 JULY / 7PM
Packed with sharp humour, surprising tenderness and a host of unruly characters who refuse to stay quiet, B!TCH ON THE MIC is both a performance and an unfiltered conversation with the inner critic.
Please note: This show contains strong language, partial nudity and themes of mental health and is not for the easily offended or faint-hearted.
Suitable for 18+

EMMA DAVIES
THU 2 JULY / 9PM
Join HR consultant, Alllison Pope, as she concludes the workforce restructure at Remark Insurance and delivers the final staff briefing. However, things don’t go to plan as her past won’t stay buried… not even in the slides.
Suitable for 18+

ANDY BONE
THU 2 JULY / 7.30PM
Fitzroy! A show ‘disguised as a lecture’ about the Captain of The Beagle – the ship that took Darwin to The Galápagos Islands. A light, educational show exploring class, empire, race and racism, mental health, love, jealousy and the weather.
16+

MADDIE HURLEY
FRI 3 JULY / 7PM
Doomsday is a bold multimedia theatre experience reimagining Croydon’s past, present, and possible futures. Blending archival footage, interviews, and live performance, three performers navigate cycles of regeneration, resilience, and reinvention. This work-in-progress invites audiences to question progress, place, and the enduring power of urban community.
Suitable for 12+

SISTER BRANDY BEX
FRI 3 JULY / 9PM
Join Sister Brandy Bex on a riotous journey through NHS madness. From dating doctors to dodging disaster, she’s turning it all into comedy gold. Outrageous stories, parody songs, and shameless camp spectacle: nursing’s never been this wild!
Suitable for 18+

AGUDO DANCE CO.
FRI 3 JULY / 7PM
Merging the rhythmic precision of Kathak, the fiery passion of flamenco, and the fluidity of contemporary dance, Agudo crafts a multi-layered exploration of a personal odyssey from West to East.
Suitable for 14+

MIKA HOCKMAN
FRI 3 JULY / 9PM
How do you tell your story when silence is law?
Un-Muted is a powerful solo performance that dives into the silence of legal spaces where voices are erased. Created from Mika Hockman’s groundbreaking research, this evocative piece weaves fractured language, haunting imagery, and untold truths about custody, alienation, and the invisible wounds left by silence. Don’t miss the chance to hear the voiceless speak.
Trigger warning: contains domestic violence content
18+

FUNMI ADEWOLE ELLIOTT
SAT 4 JULY / 1PM
In a City, Near a Forest is a solo storytelling performance in which Dr Kemi Oloruntobi’s forestry career talk transforms into a journey through childhood memories, her grandmother’s folktales, and her fascination with forest ecology. Through four treasured stories and the call-and-response of African storytelling, she explores curiosity, connection and heritage.
Suitable for 8+

ROB DUNCAN
SAT 4 JULY / 5PM
An award-winning printer shares his journey in the print industry and the journey of printing through history. This show celebrates Rob Duncan’s 15+ years in the printing industry and debuts a new category of dramatic arts – performance printing.
Suitable for 16+

JENNY LOCKYER
SAT 4 JULY / 6PM
An original one-woman show featuring theatrical shenanigans and very funny songs!
Suitable for 14+

STARDUST
SAT 4 JULY / 7.15PM
A glitter-soaked tragicomedy from a fallen icon with nothing left to lose – except the will to perform, her accoutrements and possibly her marbles.
Expect 24-carat cabaret, glamour, a constellation of chaos, a confetti of catharsis, and a show-stopping finale of hope.
Suitable for 14+

HOME GROWN
SAT 4 JULY / 8PM
Home Grown brings together Croydon’s brightest and best spoken word performers from across all parts of our wonderfully diverse community, exploring themes of love, sex, death, the urban environment and the lived experience of all the cultures and peoples that combine to make the Cronx a unique creative environment.
16+

JAKE YAPP
SAT 4 JULY / 8.30PM
Welcome to Britain’s brightest new game show for 1976!
It’s a bit like watching an old episode of the Generation Game, only the host is only faintly masking crippling self-doubt, the assistant hates him, and the set is made of cardboard. Ok, it’s EXACTLY like the Generation Game. Expect a total unawareness of political correctness, barely-contained chaos, and a lot of cigarettes flying about.
Suitable for 16+

Granny Pearl – A Magical Tale of the Sea!
SUN 5 JULY / 2PM
Spending time with Granny Pearl is always magical with her tales of the sea and we’re off to the seaside for a special boat trip to meet her! Interactive storytelling, puppetry, play, original live music and song combine in this gentle and engaging theatre performance telling the story of Granny Pearl; a granny who’s 103 and happens to be… a mermaid!
Suitable for 0-6 years

PETER AND THE WOLF
SUN 5 JULY / 2PM
Peter & the Wolf is a magical new production of Sergei Prokofiev’s much-loved musical masterpiece, featuring live music and dance.
Created especially for children aged 2-7 years and their grown-ups, this enchanting show introduces little ones to orchestral instruments, where each sound brings a different character to life. Now reimagined as a playful, theatrical and sensory dance experience, this timeless tale unfolds through movement, music and storytelling.
Suitable for 2-7 years (and their grown ups)

GEEKY BEATS
SUN 5 JULY / 3.30PM
Critical Hits! celebrates anime, video game, movie, and TV soundtracks, all reimagined with a unique jazzy twist. South London-based Geeky Beats brings pop culture classics to life with traditional big band flair in a show you won’t want to miss.
Suitable for all ages

SANSKRUTI DANCE
SUN 5 JULY / 4PM
Aranyani, Goddess of forests and the wild, is dying. To recover – and for the plants and animals that she supports to thrive – she needs nourishment and balance in the world. It is down to a spiritual Sage and a Scientist – and you, the audience – to discover how to save her.
Suitable for 7+ years

JULIAN GYPENS
SUN 5 JULY / 5PM
The show smashes two contradictory art-forms together in a daring balancing act. Where the tale of a man and his tragic separation from his rear-end is woven with choreography and gags. Can this comedian reunite with his long-lost buns, or is he cursed to dance with nothing to shake?
Suitable for 18+


Jun24202624 June 202624 June 2026by Chi-Lin Nim

Stand Up! Speak Out!

This term, Writers Room, Big Noise Choir and Youth Forum have all been creating work inspired by the Joyce Butler Exhibition at Bruce Castle Museum. Writers Room have been working in-depth all term to look at items from the Joyce Butler archive and write a variety of responses, such as poetry and letters to our local politicians.

Join us for this special performance where Writers Room will be performing excerpts of their work alongside Big Noise Choir who have been looking at protest songs and have written a brand-new protest song for today inspired by the Co-operative Party Songbook in the archive.

Delighted to have been working alongside Chlo and team from Bruce Castle Museum, Mansfield College University of Oxford, Arts & Humanities Research Council and Haringey Council.

RSVP via the Google Doc link for your free tickets.


Aug0420254 August 20254 August 2025by Chi-Lin Nim

Escape into Summer Uni 2

Knit Wit – Mindful Knitting
If you fancy giving knitting a try but did not know where or how to start, then begin your knitting journey here! Enjoy the step-by-step course which will include: knitting and crocheting for beginners. You will learn how to use different needle techniques and how to apply different stitch designs for effect. You will create a simple knitted or crochet product of your own.
DATE: Mon 4, Tue 5 & Wed 6 Aug
VENUE: Capel Manor College
TIME: 10am-3pm

AGE: 11-19 (25 for SEND)

 

Filmmaking Skills Workshop
Working with a team of professional filmmakers and using professional equipment, participants will learn the basics of making their own short films. They will split into two teams to write scripts, film, act, and edit their productions. The final day will include a screening and discussion on future opportunities in filmmaking. Participants will take home a memory stick with their films and receive an AQA-accredited certificate.
DATE: Mon 4 – Thu 7 Aug
VENUE: Unity Hub @ Craig Park
TIME: 11am-4.30pm

AGE: 13-19 (25 for SEND)

 

Find Your Voice
This 5-day program helps young people develop their vocal performance in singing and rapping. Led by experienced artists, including an X-Factor and The Voice finalist, the course covers vocal techniques, breathing control, microphone recording, confidence-building, and performance skills. Participants will have the opportunity to perform at the Summer Uni event and ELM community showcase.
DATE: Mon 4 – Thu 7 Aug
VENUE: Croyland Youth Centre
TIME: 10.30am-4pm

AGE: 11-19 (25 for SEND)

 

Sports Leadership Level 1
Ambition is the first step to success. Our accredited Sports Leadership Level 1 course helps young people develop important life skills, including communication, teamwork, and organization, through hands-on leadership experience in sports.
DATE: Mon 4 – Thu 7 Aug
VENUE: Unity Hub @ Craig Park
TIME: 10am-4.30pm

AGE: 13-19 (25 for SEND)

 

Fight For Your Future!
Unleash your inner champion! FIGHT FOR YOUR FUTURE is a boxing and personal development program for young people which will run throughout the summer at Ponders End Youth Club. Using boxing as a powerful metaphor, you will build physical fitness, mental toughness, and self-discipline. Learn boxing fundamentals, enhance confidence, and gain valuable life lessons through fitness drills, workshops, and team building. Step into the ring and FIGHT FOR YOUR FUTURE!
DATE: Tue 5 & Wed 6 Aug
VENUE: Ponders End Youth Centre
TIME: 12pm-4pm

AGE: 11-19 (25 for SEND)

 

Podcast Project: Ideas to Episodes
Ever thought about starting your own podcast? Join our hands-on workshop and learn how to turn your passion – whether it’s music, sport, fashion, film or more – into an engaging episode. You’ll explore podcasting basics, use industry tools, and create your own show from scratch. No experience? No problem! Whether you enjoy scripting, talking, or editing, we’ll help you bring your ideas to life. Perfect for aspiring creators who want to tell their stories and have fun doing it.
DATE: Wed 6 & Thu 7 Aug
VENUE: Dugdale Arts Centre
TIME: 10am-4pm

AGE: 13-19 (25 for SEND)

 

Nail Art Workshop
Express yourself through creativity with our Nail Art Mastery course! Over two exciting days, you’ll learn how to design and create stunning nails using a variety of tools and accessories. From brushwork to embellishments, you’ll gain the skills to bring your ideas to life with confidence. Absolutely no prior experience is needed, just bring your imagination and get ready to explore the art of nail design in a fun and supportive environment!
DATE: Wed 6 & Thu 7 Aug
VENUE: Palmers Green Library
TIME: 11am-3pm

AGE: 11-19 (25 for SEND)

 

DJ&MC Academy Summer Music
Discover your creative potential this summer with our DJ, music production, and podcasting workshops! Over four weeks, you’ll learn to mix tracks, create your own beats, and tell your story through podcasts. Whether you’re at the Alan Pullinger Centre or joining our outreach sessions in Edmonton, you’ll gain new skills, build confidence,
and connect with others. Plus, earn a recognised AQA accreditation to showcase your achievements.
DATE: Fri 8 Aug
VENUE: Croyland Youth Centre
TIME: 11am-2pm

AGE: 11-19 (25 for SEND)


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