Hither Green Area Guide

Rooted in the rich musical traditions of the Congo, Kasai Masai is a dynamic soukous band known for their electrifying performances and infectious rhythms. Led by the charismatic Nickens Nkoso, a multi-talented musician, singer, songwriter, composer, percussionist, dancer, the band brings the raw energy of Congolese folklore to the global stage. Kasai Masai has become a powerhouse in the world of Rumba and Soukous, blending infectious guitar melodies, pulsating rhythms, and electrifying stage performances. Their high-energy performances and unmistakable grooves have earn them a reputation as one of the most exciting live act in the contemporary soukous world. Whether performing in London, Paris to New York, the band continues to spread the joyous and rhythmic spirit of Congolese music to the new generations. With a legacy built on passion, rhythm, and cultural pride. Presented by The Fox & Firkin. This is an 18+ event

Are you looking to find a local choir to join? The Blackheath Rock Choir is led by London based musician and teacher Michael Fricker. You've probably heard of our mysterious choir flash mobs around the country for Comic Relief, our sell-out performances at venues like the O2 or our hit ITV documentary, but at Rock Choir we know it's not just about the unique huge events, it's about our choir members singing in the community. Join your local Blackheath Rock Choir to become part of this 'national phenomenon' (as described in the Sunday Times) and discover a whole new world of opportunities to socialise and meet people. Just like a Zumba session or art class, your Rock Choir rehearsal provides an escape from everyday life. One evening a week, your time is completely your own, to do nothing but sing your heart out with friends whilst enjoying our trailblazing formula of fun, friendship and feel-good music. Book your FREE trial session with the Blackheath Rock Choir and see for yourself! Here is a quote about our choir - 'I spend many hours every day driving and in meetings. It's often quite a struggle to get to Rock Choir and I often don't really feel like making the effort. Something magic happens when I get there - a combination of the unfailing cheerfulness of our Rock Choir tutor, the physical movement, breathing and singing, the (usually!) lovely sound of the combined voices of the choir - suddenly the stress of the day melts away, energy returns and a feeling of well-being arrives. It's been a difficult year for me - got divorced, my best friend with terminal illness passed away and I survived a tricky restructure at work, Rock Choir has often been the one really positive highlight in my week - thank you!' - Sue (Rock Choir Member) Rock Choir is a winner of the Red Ribbon 'Big Heart' Award [https://rockchoir.com/awards-achievements/]. and holds 1 former and 2 current Guinness World Records. The choir is also credited with single handedly starting the contemporary choir movement.

Doors from 2pm DJ, raconteur, author, producer, broadcaster and Fun Lovin’ Criminal, Huey Morgan - a modern day rock’n’roll Renaissance man - is many things to many people. In addition to being the decade-long host of one of the only specialist music shows on BBC Radio 2, Huey is the Lower East Side voice of Saturdays on 6 Music with his critically acclaimed, award winning show featuring music, new and old, from all four corners of the globe. He’s the man who joins the dots between funk, soul, disco, classic hip hop and rock’n’roll. Huey’s past is not any less significant either; as the former frontman of legendary 90s outfit ‘Fun Lovin’ Criminals' which is soon approaching its 30th anniversary, he is the man who played a huge part in this funk-fried indie bands journey in breaking big worldwide and selling over 10 million records. Now after countless DJ gigs across the globe, he’s focused his talent on his NYC Block Party; imagine Huey soundtracking cult Netflix show ‘The Get Down’ and you’re close as funk, soul, disco and hip hop jams get thrown into the mix battle style. Yet another creative outlet for Britain’s favourite New Yorker. Kendrick Jeru Davis, known as Jeru the Damaja, is an American rapper and record producer. He is known for his 1993 single "Come Clean" from his debut album, The Sun Rises in the East, ranked as one of the 100 greatest hip-hop albums of all time by the editors of About.com. Presented by The Fox & Firkin. This is an 18+ event

Doors from 8:30pm Huey Morgan, the fun lovin criminal With Hip Hop legend Jeru The Damaja (live) DJ, raconteur, author, producer, broadcaster and Fun Lovin Criminal, Huey Morgan a modern day rocknroll Renaissance man is many things to many people. In addition to being the decade-long host of one of the only specialist music shows on BBC Radio 2, Huey is the Lower East Side voice of Saturdays on 6 Music with his critically acclaimed, award winning show featuring music, new and old, from all four corners of the globe. He's the man who joins the dots between funk, soul, disco, classic hip hop and rocknroll. And the man who is known for telling laugh-out-loud stories and talking to the listener as if pulled up on a bar stool next to them. Huey's past is not any less significant either; as the former frontman of legendary 90s outfit Fun Lovin Criminals which is soon approaching its 30th anniversary, he is the man who played a huge part in this funk-fried indie bands journey in breaking big worldwide and selling over 10 million records. His inimitable presence has seen him become a silver screen star, featuring in full-length movies Head Rush and Soulboy, as well as regular TV work, one of them being 2020's BBC's landmark documentary Huey Morgan's Latin Music Adventure where he dives into the sounds of Puerto Rico, Brazil and Cuba on a quest to understand Latin music's everlasting appeal; a far cry from his early days as a US marine. Now after countless DJ gigs across the globe, he's focused his talent on his NYC Block Party; imagine Huey soundtracking cult Netflix show The Get Down and youre close as funk, soul, disco and hip hop jams get thrown into the mix battle style. Yet another creative outlet for Britain's favourite New Yorker. Kendrick Jeru Davis, known as Jeru the Damaja, is an American rapper and record producer. He is known for his 1993 single Come Clean from his debut album, The Sun Rises in the East, ranked as one of the 100 greatest hip-hop albums of all time by the editors of About.com. + DJ Support from Jim Sharp & Angel Mel

Max Runham returns to the Fox and Firkin in January, a year after his first release, with some brand new music. A knees up, a heart-wrench, a warm hug of a gig. Come and get rocked senseless by Max's vibrant 6-piece band drawing influences from indie-folk, soul and blues. Presented by The Fox & Firkin. This is an 18+ event

Years 5-6 pupils have been invited to attend an after-school workshop on Thursday 22 January 2026 . This will be an enrichment event for students aiming to challenge themselves in French. The session will take place after-school in the Senior School MFL Department from 1600-1645. Pupils will be taken from their Forms at the end of the school day and taken to the MFL Department by a member of Junior School staff. Pick up after the workshop will be at the West Gate as with all other Junior School Forder clubs