WC2B Area Guide

This seminar is aimed specifically at those who have recently completed an Active Office in either the Craft or Royal Arch and will provide an overview of the wide range of opportunities available to stay engaged within Metropolitan Freemasonry. There is a wealth of opportunity, and this seminar is designed to highlight where your experience can continue to be of real value. The seminar will cover a variety of areas where your knowledge and enthusiasm can continue to make a difference, including: Visiting Officer roles Assisting with ritual through demonstration and emergency teams Almoner roles and welfare support / charity initiatives and the Third Pillar Mentoring / Membership / Learning & Development Events and communications / IT and digital support Importantly, there will be the chance to speak to those heading up each of these areas in informal, roundtable sessions. Whether you are looking to remain actively involved, explore new areas of interest, or simply understand what opportunities are available, this seminar will provide a helpful overview.

Operation Mincemeat is the 2024 Olivier Award-winning Best New Musical. It’s London’s biggest hit with 77 Five-Star reviews making it the best-reviewed show in West End history. Now also a Tony-nominated Best Musical on Broadway! The year is 1943 and right now we’re losing the war. Luckily, we’re about to gamble all our futures on a stolen corpse. Singin’ in the Rain meets Strangers on a Train, Operation Mincemeat is the fast-paced, hilarious and unbelievable true story of the twisted secret mission that won us World War II. Bursting at the seams with the kind of chaos you couldn’t invent, the question is: how did a dead body, a fake love letter, and – of all people – Ian Fleming come together to wrong-foot Hitler?

Preet Singh is a rising star of British comedy, blending razor-sharp wit with raw, personal storytelling. A regular on the UK comedy circuit, Preet has appeared on BBC TV, BBC Radio and ITV2. His debut tour delivers a fearless and hilarious deep dive into identity, family and the beautiful chaos of modern Britain. Smart, sharp and unfiltered, this is a breakthrough show that promises big laughs and real insight. Preet has tour supported comedy heavyweights like Guz Khan, Richard Blackwood, Nabil Abdulrashid, Josh Berry, Sukh Ojla, Eshaan Akbar and Akaash Singh. Preet is fast becoming one of the most exciting voices in British comedy.

With income inequality soaring, AI starting to overtake human jobs, and calloused governments acting in the best interests of corporations vs their citizens, no wonder emerging artists are using their voices to ring the warning bell. This selection of shorts will leave you pondering possible futures. Broadcast (Ewan Pollitt) Amid the housing crisis of near-future London, a struggling young woman pursues a controversial deal for a home of her own. Behind (Alessio Avezzano) A global butt-dial outbreak sweeps the planet, but the real nightmare is only just beginning. Tapeworm (Daniel Rands) Trapped in a cycle of debt, a final gamble for freedom allows Worm a chance to regain her humanity and autonomy over her final fate. We Dream In Colour (Kane Wilson) In a sleepless city addicted to artificial dreams, Lola enters a lucid simulation and forms a dangerous bond with an artificial companion. The Algorithm of Loss (Levi Eddie Aluede) After a failed blind date, Kazuyo is inspired to upgrade the AI programme of her late partner, Adam. But his sensory limitations force her to confront the reality of grief, memory, loneliness and mortality. Indignitas (Darcia Martin) A government-sanctioned program offers a grim choice for financial stability. One father grapples with an irreversible decision to secure his children's future.

Welcome to Overture, a dazzling immersive spectacle from House of Burlesque inspired by the extraordinary hidden history of 66 Great Queen Street. Behind one discreet London address lies over a century of music, glamour, rebellion and spectacle, waiting to be brought back to life. Picture this: lost tube stations, wartime romances, rhinestone market-traders and fan-dancing divas. The echoes of Pavarotti and world-famous orchestras drift through the air alongside midnight mischief, showgirls, dreamers and rebels. This is a place that welcomed royalty, sheltered Londoners during the Blitz, heard Charles de Gaulle rally resistance, hosted suffragette voices demanding change, and became one of the most celebrated recording halls in the world. Now House of Burlesque opens the doors to a place where all of these stories exist at once in an immersive cabaret riot with a sprinkle of that oh-so-British naughtiness. Upon arrival, each guest will receive a unique Lost Property ticket. After all, London has been misplacing things here for over a century. Throughout the evening, selected numbers will be drawn at random, unlocking forgotten recordings, hidden characters and extraordinary moments inspired by the rich history of the venue. If your number is called, you won't simply witness the story unfold - you'll become part of the beat. As featured on MTV, Channel 4, BBC, Evening Standard, The Times; Time Out. "Guaranteed to blow your mind...like Moulin Rouge on acid" Time Out Presented by House of Burlesque. This is an 18+ event

Embark on a dazzling journey into a festive wonderland as Strictly’s one and only Anton Du Beke brightens up your Christmas with his brand new show – Christmas with Anton Du Beke! The Ballroom King and Strictly Come Dancing judge joins forces with his dynamic live band, the incomparable vocalist Lance Ellington, and a troupe of extraordinary dancers, to bring you a magical evening of music, dance and laughter. Prepare to be enchanted by the charismatic Anton who will deliver a spellbinding performance of his most cherished Christmas songs and captivating dances. Get into the festive spirit and book your tickets to a fab-u-lous Christmas with Anton!