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This short workshop looks at the art of adapting stories for the stage and screen. It will look at how to translate prose into visual storytelling and the shift from how a novel tells you what happens inside a character to performance, where you show what happens in front of an audience. The workshop is led by Pete Allen who, as a theatre director, had adapted the works of Heinrich Hoffman, Edgar Allan Poe and Stella Gibbons.

After 5 years of throwing successful events across South West London, and Surrey, the time has come for the first ever BACK IN TIME FESTIVAL taking place on Saturday 2nd of May 2026, 12-10pm at Esher Rugby Club, Hersham, Surrey!

Boogietown returns to Apps Court Farm on 9th and 10th September 2023 for its biggest ever weekend of funk, soul and disco across four stages and new for 2023 camping options. This year's epic headliners include a mix of 50+ red hot and pioneering DJs and live acts from across the ages such as Billy Ocean, Earth Wind & Fire, The Tramps, Fatback Band, Armand Van Helden, The Shapeshifters, Trevor Nelson, DJ Spoony, Jocelyn Brown, Jazzie B, Omar, Groove Armada, Artwork, Crazy P, Craig Charles, The Nextmen, Norman Jay MBE, Killa Kutz and more. Tickets are available now from https://boogietown.co.uk/. Apps Court Farm is just 35 minutes from London amongst the bends of the Thames River, ancient woodland, undulating green hills and hidden lakes. It's a lush site with brilliant Boogietown production that the festival is so well known for. On top of the music, there is a wealth of activities to keep mind, body and soul enriched from relaxation and wellness areas to carefully curated food and drinks offerings, a funfair, fireworks, disco yoga and extraordinary VIP options. That music is on four different stages each with their own look and feel. The Main Stage on Saturday welcomes Billy Ocean, Earth Wind & Fire, The Tramps, Fatback Band, Loose Ends and more, with the Disco Disco Stage headlined by house hero Armand Van Helden, the vocal and soulful sound of The Shapeshifters plus esteemed scene mainstays Fat Tony, DJ Paulette and more. Trevor Nelson's Soul Notation stage is headed up by the soul pioneer himself with Lemar, Romina Johnson, Shola Ama and Ju's Neil then Boogie Bus is where DJ Spoony, Nam, Marcia Marr, Mr Thing, Abi Clarker and others bring a cross section of boogie, funk, soul and more. On Sunday, The Main Stage is where Shalamar, Tavares, Jocelyn Brown, Jazzie B, Omar, Gwen Dickey, Ellie Sax, Boogietown Classical and more all bring the sounds. Disco Disco brings the party with a Groove Armada DJ set, Artwork, Crazy P, Kirollus, Eliza Mat and more, while the Craig Charles Funk & Soul stage is headed up by the tastemaking 6 Music host with The Nextmen, Sam Redmore & Magoos Tropical Soundclash, Last of all, Boogie Bus welcomes the master of all things dub, funk and soul Norman Jay MBE with DJ Killa Kutz, Filth Dirty Disco, Sharples and more. The countdown is now on to the most essential disco, soul and funk weekender of the year.

Boogietown returns for its fifth and most ambitious edition to date, transforming the riverside grounds of Apps Court Farm into a one-day celebration of disco, soul, funk and feel-good dance music. What started as a boutique daytime party has grown into one of the South East's most loved summer festivals, known for its uplifting atmosphere, impeccable music curation and a crowd that comes to dance, smile and lose themselves in the groove. 2026 marks a major milestone, with Boogietown expanding to five stages for the first time, delivering more music, more discovery and more moments across the site than ever before. Set just outside London, Boogietown blends legendary live performances, iconic DJs and an open-air festival setting that's easy to reach yet feels like a true escape. Expect: A multi-generational crowd of serious music lovers; A relaxed, friendly daytime energy that builds all the way to sunset; World-class disco, soul and funk across multiple scenes; A curated Food Village serving quality street food throughout the day. Whether you grew up on these records or you're discovering them for the first time, Boogietown is about authentic sounds, shared joy and proper feel-good music. MAIN STAGE: Hosted by Jonny Meah & Nick Coulson Gloria Gaynor Shalamar Gabrielle Earth, Wind & Fire by Al McKay Soul II Soul BIG LOVE TENT: Maxi Priest Heather Small Gok Wan Aswad Sonique Baby D K-Klass THE LOVE TRAIN: Brutus Gold Love Train Boney M, Odyssey Heatwave THE FUNK & SOUL CLUB: Craig Charles Funk & Soul Club Norman Jay Dave Lee (JN) Jazzie B (DJ Set) Alison Limerick Soul Boutique Collective. BOOGIE BUS: Sophie Warner Gary Warner Seb G Thom Pepper

The Great British Bake Off Musicalis a comedic and heartwarming celebration of baking, self-discovery, and the joy of community, served with a generous helping of British charm and comedic flair. This delightful showbrings the beloved baking competition to life, blending the charm, humour, and heartwarming moments of the TV show with catchy tunes and recognisable characters. Whether you're a fan of the show or simply love a good musical, this is a theatrical treat that promises to rise to the occasion. Follow the journey of a group of contestants as they whisk, knead, and bake their way to glory, all under the watchful eyes of judges and hosts who have become household names. With a mix of original songs that capture the spirit of the Bake Off tentfrom tense technical challenges to joyous showstoppersthe musical creates a vibrant and immersive experience. Expect a rollercoaster of emotions as friendships form, cakes collapse, and dreams come true.

A shortened age appropriate version of the musical Grease presented by our young performers to raise money for the charity East to West.