Hatch Lane Area Guide

Traditional family festive entertainment

Redbridge Creates Theatre Company are thrilled to present... The Wonderful Wizard of Oz This christmas get ready to twirl through a twister and land in the colourful Land of Oz, where magic sparkles, friendships grow and anything is possible! Join Dorothy and follow the Yellow Brick Road on a quest to find the mysterious Wizard of Oz. Along the way, they’ll meet a lovable Scarecrow who needs a brain, a sweet Tin Man searching for a heart, and a silly Cowardly Lion who just wants to be brave. With surprises around every corner, this enchanting stage show is a treat for the whole family—whether you're 5 or 105. Come see why there’s truly no place like home! This production is based on the original story The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum.

Banish those January blues with a night of amazing live music and DJs, serving up warm vibes inside the cosy bosom of Walthamstow Trades Hall SHABBA presents Jemima Whyte Saxophonist, vocalist and composer bringing a fresh, electrifying sound to London's stages. With her debut EP launch at The Jago in December, she's sliding into Trades Hall with her trademark blend of northern dance culture, Leeds afrobeat energy, old-school soul and retro warmth. Backed by a 7-piece powerhouse band complete with an all-female horn frontline Jemima's sets burst with groove, harmony and pure joy. After lighting up festivals like Wilderness and recent shows at the Jazz Cafe, this is a January performance you dont want to miss. ' Love Cloud A sensational new seven-piece fusing roots reggae, RnB and Afro-Latin fire. Fronted by soul powerhouse Woloh and backed by a horn-soaked psychedelic groove machine, they channel the spirit of Sault, Talking Heads and Fela Kuti. Their last show upstairs at Trades Hall sold out theyre coming in hot baby! The Living Room Collective Blending funk, soul, jazz, electronica, and global afro-beat, they deliver soulful vocals, Moog synths, guitar, flute and trumpet harmonies, and bass-ukulele grooves. Think Herbie Hancock meets Vulfpeck, strolling with Fat Freddy's Drop before tea at Jamiroquai'stotally original, even in their unrecognisable covers. Music for the mind, body, and soul. SHABBA DJs will be spinning their signature blend of deep cuts and straight up belters, pushing the groove on late into night.

BAFTA and British Comedy Award-winning Irish stand-up Aisling Bea is hitting the road. With tales of travel, home, immigration, history, sex, babies, music, lovers and enemies. She will even answer your big life questions. It’s not about the destination babes, it’s about the journey, but also the destinations are very important, so check out if she is coming to one near you. As seen on Taskmaster, QI, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Last One Laughing, Live at the Apollo, Travel Man and creator, writer and star of the award-winning Channel 4 and Hulu series This Way Up.

When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing, and a truly moving story, Sister Act JR. will leave audiences breathless. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act JR. is a reason to rejoice!

Hello Peeps!! Mark your calendar for the Return of Celebration of Life n Happiness London Edition Were super thrilled to be back, and this time it will be a CLH showdown! Three international deco teams are confirmed, transforming Unit 58 into a psychedelic heaven. Line-up will be announced soon. Get ready for 10 hours of non-stop super psychedelic music