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Woodford Pantomime: entertaining the local community for over 60 years
14th November 2024
Make sure you don’t miss this year’s enchanting performance of Sleeping Beauty, that will be running from the 1st - 12th January 2025 at Hawkey Hall, Woodford Green. This lively show will bring a classic fairy tale to life with music, comedy and dazzling performances. Telling the story...
Visit Exchange Ilford this festive season!
14th November 2024
This December, Exchange Ilford invites you and your little ones to step into a magical experience like no other at their Christmas Grotto! Transform your holiday season with a visit to the enchanting Candy Cane Wonderland, where festive cheer and delightful surprises await. From just £3.50 per...
Free festive events at Stratford Shopping Centre
14th November 2024
Three exciting festive events are happening at Stratford Shopping Centre this December! Visit Santa’s workshop and help Santa complete his important jobs as he prepares for Christmas. Starting with a Toy Testing event on the 7th, followed by a Christmas Eve Plate Decorating session on 14th...
The Snowman at Peacock Theatre
14th November 2024
23rd November 2024 – 4th January 2025. Iconic family show The Snowman returns to London's West End for its 27th anniversary. Based on the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs CBE and the animated film directed by Dianne Jackson, this is the Birmingham Rep’s magical stage adaptation...
Get Ready to Visit Santa and Experience Magic and Fun at Lakeside this Winter!
14th November 2024
Lakeside are gearing up for the most wonderful time of the year, with their Golden Christmas takeover featuring a fully covered ice rink, exciting rides, magical attractions and a meet-and-greet with Santa, open from Friday 15th November. Tickets are available to book now. The all-weather ice rink...
Havering Christmas Land returns to Hornchurch, Essex!
14th November 2024
Visit a magical Christmas lights trail in Hornchurch, Essex over the festive period! This unique attraction is run by the local mental health charity Mind in Havering, Barking and Dagenham who will transform and illuminate a ‘secret garden’ and a historic building: Harrow Lodge House,...
Step Into the Magic of Christmas with Haven House Children’s Hospice
14th November 2024
Join Haven House Children’s Hospice for a magical experience at Santa’s Grotto, open every weekend from Saturday 23rd November to Sunday 22nd December at Northfields Nursery in Chingford. Children can embark on a festive journey through the twinkling Christmas walkthrough, where they’ll...
Dick Whittington and his Cat at Hackney Empire
14th November 2024
Celebrate the 25th legendary Hackney Empire pantomime! Join Dick on his search for fortune, fame and new beginnings! He’ll experience the adventure of a lifetime, battling rats, falling in love, and finding himself on the path to becoming the Mayor of London. Directed by and starring Clive Rowe...
How Performing Arts Enhances a Child’s Future Happiness
14th November 2024
“I’ve been overjoyed to see the transformative impact our classes have had on young people. Receiving heartfelt videos from our alumni for our 21st anniversary, sharing how our classes positively shaped their adult lives, brought tears to my eyes.” – Anna Fiorentini. Performing...
Bow Arts’ Winter Market
14th November 2024
Sunday 8th December, 11am to 4pm. Visit Bow Arts in east London for a family day out at the annual Winter Market! All are invited to browse through unique treasures for sale from independent creatives, ranging from prints to textiles and more. With over 20 artist and makers stalls, the Winter...
A Stratford East production of Pinocchio
2nd September 2024
Saturday 23rd November 2024 - Saturday 4th January 2025. Join wooden puppet Pinocchio and his poor toy maker father Geppetto in Stratford this Christmas! Will Blue Rinse Fairy and Krik Krak the cricket be able to keep Pinocchio off the crooked path, as he battles the trials and tribulations of...