Ready, Set, DRAMA: Once Upon a Christmas (ages 6 – 11 and their grown-ups)

L’Arche Drama Group – Story of Creation

St Luke's Church, West Norwood, SE27 0DT St Luke's Church, London, London

L'Arche London’s drama group are reviving their popular, immersive performance taking you through the seven days of creation. Be a part of the fun and join us during the first Feast of the year. Bring an umbrella, a flower and a pair of sunglasses and be ready to dance to the rhythm!Free entry, please register here for your free ticket. About L'Arche Our Community includes over 30 people with learning disabilities, who we support at home and in our workshops. Alongside them are our faithful community members, volunteers, friends, and neighbours, all of whom play an integral role in fostering a warm and inclusive atmosphere. Additionally, our team of dedicated L’Arche assistants adds further support and care to our core members. We also have a wide-ranging programme of day activities, which is open to people with disabilities living in or outside L’Arche. We work with individuals to develop daily living skills, we make space for creativity and fun and we are passionate about helping people to reach their goals. The hubs for our activities programme is our two amazing workshops. Our large community garden workshop is where we support people to harvest and grow fruit, vegetables and flowers. We sell...

Free

Much Ado About Nothing in Windmill Gardens

Brixton Windmill 100 Blenheim Gardens, London, United Kingdom

Saturday 20 July, 6pm Open Air Theatre in Windmill Gardens Much Ado About Nothing with Open Bar Theatre BOOK HERE Tickets £14 / £12 / £10 via www.brixtonwindmill.org Shakespeare was master of the romcom, and this is his finest: warring ex-lovers, a ruined wedding, and an aptly named villain,  John the Bastard. Gossip, wit and jealousy abound in this merry romp. Can everything be resolved by a bungling neighbourhood watch and one final piece of trickery? Six actors and Open Bar Theatre’s trademark two-storey set will take over Windmill Gardens for this hilarious, fun Shakespearean classic this summer, in full Elizabethan costume and with original songs by their resident composer that you’ll leave singing all summer long, this is Shakespeare for everyone to enjoy, from the aficionado to those who “don’t do Shakespeare”. Bring a picnic or grab a drink from our licenced cafe at Brixton Windmill Centre and enjoy an evening of Shakespeare that is plenty of fun for all! Run time The performance lasts approximately 2 hours including a 20 minute interval. Assistance dogs and well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.

Ballet Bears

fison fitness studio 2 280 Milkwood Rd, London, United Kingdom

Little Orchard Academy of Dance starts with their ‘Ballet Bears’ class Friday 6th Sept ongoing every Friday during school term. 11-11:30am for toddlers ages 2.5-3.5. Book via Happity: https://www.happity.co.uk/little-orchard-academy-of-dance

£10

The Elves and the Shoemaker

Brixton Windmill 100 Blenheim Gardens, London, United Kingdom

The Elves and the Shoemaker - Festive theatre for all  Friday 12 December, 6pm Tickets £16 Adults / £12 Children & Concessions / Free for under 4s Brixton Windmill Centre, SW2 5DA BOOK VIA www.brixtonwindmill.org BOOK HERE Following recent popular outdoor theatre shows in Windmill Gardens, Dot Collective and Open Bar Theatre combine forces and are back with a festive show inside Brixton Windmill Centre (no need to worry about winter weather!) Written in 1806 by the Brother’s Grimm the tale was originally the first and longest story in a series of three fairy tales entitled The Elves. It follows a failing shoemaker at Christmas time, who one morning awakes to discover a perfect pair of shoes, already made, sitting at his work table. Each morning the same mysterious occurrence takes place, helping him make his fortune. A story of hard work rewarded, the perfect treat for a frosty evening. Come one, come all, adults grab a glass of wine and a mince pie, bring the family and join us to witness the magic of the Elves, sing along and pull a cracker or two – you might even get a festive card or a chance to hold a puppet!...

£16

Ready, Set, DRAMA: Once Upon a Christmas (ages 6 – 11 and their grown-ups)

South London Theatre South London Theatre, The Old Fire Station, 2A Norwood High St, London, United Kingdom

Designed for children aged 6 – 11 and their grown-ups. Get into the festive spirit in this fun and interactive drama workshop for children and their families. Using the themes of Christmas as inspiration we'll take part in energizing body warmups, expressive dances and exciting games in a welcoming and inclusive environment. We will use props, improvisation, collaboration and our imaginations to learn acting techniques in a group setting. The structure of the day is as follows: Welcome Icebreaker activities Body, Face, Voice Warm Ups Imagination Warm Ups Group improvisation These workshops are designed for children aged 6-11 and their grown-ups. All under 18s must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult throughout the workshop, and we encourage everyone to take part together. Tickets are free and should be booked in advance from the following link: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/larche-london/ready-set-drama-once-upon-a-christmas-ages-6-11-and-their-grown-ups/e-ermgar Our Ready, Set Drama series is led by adults with learning disabilities and drama facilitators from L’Arche and SLT. With thanks to the Beckenham Theatre Trust for their funding towards this venture. Facebook: @larchelondonuk Instagram: @Larchelondonuk L’Arche Day Activities: www.larche.org.uk/london-day-activities About L'Arche  Drama Group Our talented drama group of people with and without learning disabilities meet weekly and creates its productions, scripts, costumes and props from...