South Wimbledon Area Guide

Friends! The Musical Parody celebrates and pokes fun at the wacky misadventures of the group of 20-something pals we love from the hit TV show as they navigate the pitfalls of work, life, and love in 1990’s Manhattan. Friends! The Musical Parody is an hilarious good-hearted romp through our favourite moments from the hit TV show in an uncensored, hilarious, fast-paced, music-filled production. Ross, Chandler, Monica, Phoebe, Joey and Rachel, haven’t gone anywhere and are singing and dancing their way back into our hearts in Friends! The Musical Parody the first UK and Irish tour of the hilarious off-Broadway and Las Vegas hit musical that lovingly lampoons the popular TV sitcom. You'll laugh! You'll cry! You'll Unagi! It's a typical day at New York's only coffee shop, Central Perk, until an unexpected runaway bride enters the picture and kicks the whole gang out of second gear! With friends like these, who needs television? Pivot!

Recommended for ages 8-12 "To be, or not to be, that is the question." Following the success of ‘Macbeth’ at Polka last year, NIE returns, reimagining the world’s most famous play in a funny and accessible way. Two actors and one musician - armed with seven props and a suitcase - bring a bitesize retelling of Shakespeare’s family drama of revenge, justice and moral dilemmas to life in 60 minutes. Come on a roller-coaster of excitement, humour and grief using Shakespearean verse, contemporary language and inventive staging to make the story engaging and exciting for young audiences. A New International Encounter production.

Recommended for ages 3-7 Ruby had always been happy, perfectly happy…. until one day…. she discovered a worry… Ruby tries and tries to get rid of her worry, which grows bigger and bigger! Eventually she meets a boy who has a worry too. Together they discover that everyone has worries, and that if you talk about them, they never hang around for long! Told through live music, song, puppetry and physical theatre, Ruby’s Worry takes the audience on a delightful musical adventure based on the much-loved book by Tom Percival. Created by MishMash Productions in partnership with Nottingham City Libraries.

Don’t miss out on spectacular show-stopping performances at Merton Live! 2026.

NHSBT Winter Party - The Christmas Celebration of the Year! St Georges Hospital Student Union Bar, Tooting. Get ready to jingle all the way to the most festive night of the season! TheNHSBT Winter Partyis here to dazzle you with an unforgettable evening of music, dancing, and delicious food - all wrapped up in sparkling Christmas cheer. Live Entertainment Like Never Before! A superb function band will have you on your feet all night, spinning the ultimate playlist from Abba's timeless classics to today's biggest hits. Whether you're singing your heart out or hitting the dance floor, this is your chance to party like a superstar! A Feast to Remember Indulge in a mouthwatering hot Indian buffet bursting with flavour, along side a traditional cold buffet - because great food is the heart of every celebration. Raise a glass or two at our subsidised bar where festive drinks will keep the good vibes flowing all night long. Don't miss out. Gather your colleagues, friends and festive spirit - this istheChristmas Party you won't want to miss! Secure your spot now - it's time to eat, drink, dance and celebrate in style!

Conductor Georg Tormann leads you through a selection of Christmas Hits including: Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, Merry Christmas Everyone, Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town, The Fairytale of New York, O Holy Night, White Christmas, Jingle Bells, Away in a Manger, Winter Wonderland, O Little Town of Bethlehem, I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday and many, many more