NW9 Area Guide

Barnet Bulldogs Vs COLA Southwark Pride

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s STARLIGHT EXPRESS opens summer 2024 in the specially designed Starlight Auditorium at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre. Audiences will be immersed inside a world of speed, song and storytelling as an incredible cast of 40 whizz around and above, performing some of musical theatre’s most beloved songs, including AC/DC, MAKE UP MY HEART, LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL and the iconic STARLIGHT EXPRESS. As a child’s train set magically comes to life and the engines race to become the fastest in the world, Rusty the steam train has little hope of winning until he is inspired by the legend of the ‘STARLIGHT EXPRESS’. Seen around the world by over 20 million people,STARLIGHT EXPRESS is an electrifying experience for all ages. With music by ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER and lyrics by RICHARD STILGOE, the creative team is helmed by acclaimed director LUKE SHEPPARD (& Juliet, The Little Big Things), set designer TIM HATLEY (Back to the Future), video designer ANDRZEJ GOULDING (Life of Pi), costume designer GABRIELLA SLADE (Six), lighting designer HOWARD HUDSON (& Juliet), sound designer GARETH OWEN (MJ the Musical) with new orchestrations and musical supervision by MATTHEW BRIND. Featuring thrilling new choreography by ASHLEY NOTTINGHAM (Pacific Overtures) and casting by PEARSON CASTING CDG, STARLIGHT EXPRESS also sees the return of ARLENE PHILLIPS as creative dramaturg. THE STARLIGHT AUDITORIUM at Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre is a state-of the-art cultural destination only 12 minutes from Baker Street and a short 5-minute walk from the tube. There are great parking options and the theatre is easily accessible via the M25 and M1 ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCES Signed, Audio Described and Captioned: Sun 6th October, 2024 - 1pm Wed 9th October, 2024 - 7.30pm

Barnet Bulldogs Vs Cobham Cobras

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the local Rock Choir. Your local Golders Green choir is run by London based musician Nicola Cain. Over the past few years Rock Choir has entered British people's hearts with its unique mix of en-masse singing, fundraising, television appearances, and emphasis on supporting local communities. With performances at prestigious national venues such as the O2 arena (which we sold out!) and sporting events such as the 2012 rugby league final at Wembley Stadium which featured 1,500 choir members! - you too can have the opportunity to be a singing star! If you find yourself racing through the week with no time for yourself, or struggling to meet new people in London, then joining your local social singing group could be just what you need. With our unique, no-pressure approach to teaching and fun, uplifting arrangements of your favorite hit songs Nicola will guide you through your weekly dose of music, fun and laughter. Here is a quote about our choir - 'I joined Rock Choir after being made redundant and being out of work for a year, so was feeling fairly low. Immediately I was greeted like an old friend and made to feel welcome. Since then I have gone on to meet new friends, have a great time every week and culminating to doing a solo at a local festival. If you'd have said to me a year ago I'd have the confidence to not only sing in front of people, but do a solo, I'd have told you not to be so silly. Rock Choir has become a v important part of my life, for the better.' - Alex (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.

Barnet take on Crawley Town in this Sky Bet League Two fixture.

Celebrate the magic of the festive season with an enchanting evening of passion, drama, and timeless music. Join the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta and some of the UK's finest operatic voices for a sparkling Christmas concert featuring a glittering selection of the greatest opera arias ever composed—performed in the atmospheric, candlelit setting of St James Church Piccadilly. This special seasonal concert brings together the warmth of Mozart, the intensity of Puccini and Verdi, and the allure of Bizet and Donizetti in a programme designed to stir the soul and lift the spirit—perfect for a winter's evening. Let the festive lights of London and the historic charm of this Baroque gem surround you with beauty, music, and celebration. Nestled in the heart of the city and close to some of London's finest restaurants and bars, St Mary le Strand is a hidden architectural treasure—a perfect setting for a festive night out. Featuring Susan Parkes (Soprano) with additional guest artists The Piccadilly Sinfonietta Programme Highlights "Libiamo!" - La Traviata, Verdi "Voi Che Sapete" - Le Nozze di Figaro, Mozart "Non Più Andrai" - Le Nozze di Figaro, Mozart "Un Aura Amorosa" - Così Fan Tutte, Mozart "La Ci Darem la Mano" - Don Giovanni, Mozart "Una Furtiva Lagrima" - L'Elisir d'Amore, Donizetti "Habañera" - Carmen, Bizet "Au Fond du Temple Saint" - Les Pêcheurs de Perles, Bizet "Un Bel Di" - Madama Butterfly, Puccini "Nessun Dorma" - Turandot, Puccini "Toreador" - Carmen, Bizet