Year-round arts & culture for E11
Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps and through a CONSTRICTED tunnel - visitors need to be able to manoeuvre beneath a 1m-high obstruction. Please note: each tour lasts approx. 45 mins,… Continue reading St Mary’s Crypt Tours
A room to listen, a room to discover, and another room to escape the noises of life. The Music Rooms is a series of concerts offering a fresh listening experience in the heart of Wanstead, presenting eclectic musical programmes and extraordinary musicians. These concerts aim to offer a cosy headspace to reflect and explore through… Continue reading Lunchtime recital: Harp Trip
The Duke hosts a special after school club with Creative Biscuit on Tuesday 17 September and Friday 20 September from 4-6pm for a fun-filled ceramic painting session. Choose from cups, plates, or bowls – one per painter – all for just £12. They will also have extra ceramics available for an added touch of creativity.… Continue reading Creative Biscuit After-School Kids Club
Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two. The two friends are evacuated to Willersley Castle, near Cromford, Derbyshire whilst friend Gladys remains in London. 4,000 mothers were evacuated to Willersley at this… Continue reading The London Mothers
Unfortunately, this event has had to be cancelled. All tickets will be refunded. ---- Funny, wise and taboo busting; Outside The Box confronts the ‘Elephant in the room’ with grace and humour, asking its audience to embrace mortality and look on the bright side of life, with a weave of untold and surprising stories, a hint of… Continue reading Outside The Box: A live show about death
Paul Sinha is an award-winning comedian, a quizzing mastermind and a happily-married husband. But for much of his life none of these seemed remotely imaginable. As a boy, Paul struggled to find his place in a world where he didn't quite fit. Who was he? An over-achieving schoolkid with the world's knowledge at his fingertips?… Continue reading One Sinha Lifetime: Wanstead Book Festival presents Paul Sinha
Recital by Juilliard and Royal College of Music-trained pianist, Yuki Negishi, with interval (refreshments in the church hall). Programme: Beethoven Sonata in C sharp minor Op.27 No.2 “Moonlight” (15’) Chopin Nocturne in C sharp minor Op.posth. (3’) Chopin Polonasie in C minor Op.40 No.2 (8’) Rachmaninoff Preludes in D major and G minor Op.23 No.4… Continue reading Yuki Negishi Piano Recital
For the discerning music lover! Dive into the best of Soul, Funk, Rare Groove, and Boogie at The Duke in Wanstead. Dance the night away with the biggest crowd in Wanstead and enjoy special cocktail and beer deals. See you on the dancefloor!
Back by popular demand! The tour of the 1789-built crypt under St Mary’s Parish Church have become a firm favourite of the Fringe. Please note, access is via STEEP steps and through a CONSTRICTED tunnel - visitors need to be able to manoeuvre beneath a 1m-high obstruction. Please note: each tour lasts approx. 45 mins,… Continue reading St Mary’s Crypt Tours
The popular Wanstead Fringe Jumble trail is back! The original, biggest and best local trail returns on Saturday 21 September 11am - 3pm bringing Jumble Trail fans to Wanstead from all over East London.The Jumble Trail offers a brilliant opportunity to clear out your wardrobe and free up some space in the toy cupboard –… Continue reading Wanstead Fringe Jumble Trail 2024
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Wine Festival Join MUST Wine for their ever popular cheese and wine pairing tasting. You will enjoy three outstanding artisan and farmhouse cheeses perfectly paired with wines from the same regions across Europe.vLearn about how cheese is made, the different styles, textures, milks and rennets as well… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar: Cheese and Wine Pairing Tasting
Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two. The two friends are evacuated to Willersley Castle, near Cromford, Derbyshire whilst friend Gladys remains in London. 4,000 mothers were evacuated to Willersley at this… Continue reading The London Mothers
Have you ever been lost in a moment of time? Bewildered and confounded by the complexity of the connections we make within our daily lives. New Memories being formed whilst others fade into the distance as we grow, evolve and change. Ben has found himself contemplating this many times throughout his life and has channelled… Continue reading Unknown Connections Magic Show
Have you ever been lost in a moment of time? Bewildered and confounded by the complexity of the connections we make within our daily lives. New Memories being formed whilst others fade into the distance as we grow, evolve and change. Ben has found himself contemplating this many times throughout his life and has channelled… Continue reading Unknown Connections Magic Show
All Rest is an original, immersive opera experience portraying a fictional dreamscape about the people dwelling in St Mary's historic graveyard on Overton Drive. Six characters and a chorus of ghosts will lead the audience on a journey through the grounds, offering a glimpse of past and future stories. All Rest was premiered earlier this… Continue reading All Rest (5pm)
All Rest is an original, immersive opera experience portraying a fictional dreamscape about the people dwelling in St Mary's historic graveyard on Overton Drive. Six characters and a chorus of ghosts will lead the audience on a journey through the grounds, offering a glimpse of past and future stories. All Rest was premiered earlier this… Continue reading All Rest (6.30pm)
Three Women, Three Stories. Follow the experiences of young Mary and Doreen as they prepare to give birth 150 miles away from home against the backdrop of World War Two. The two friends are evacuated to Willersley Castle, near Cromford, Derbyshire whilst friend Gladys remains in London. 4,000 mothers were evacuated to Willersley at this… Continue reading The London Mothers
The voices, stories and creativity of the global LGBTQ+ community, brought to The Wanstead Fringe 2024 by Broken Gods Productions teaming up with ReportOUT. Performed by members of the LGBTQ+ community locally, the poems, monologues and creative writing submissions will be showcased at The Wanstead Curtain with a percentage of ticket sales being donated to… Continue reading Global Voices
A free talk by a local writer David Fulton on the disappearance of Yugoslavia, looking at the country's diversity (ethnic, linguistic, religious and cultural). After dealing lightly with these issues it will move on to the four years running up to the death of Tito (1980) when he was an English-language lector in Prizren, Pristina… Continue reading Whatever Happened to Yugoslavia?
Redbridge Brass will perform an exciting and varied programme of dance inspired music from around the world. From Ballet to Bossa Nova! This award winning brass band of dazzling musicians returns to St Gabriel's for what promises to be a memorable evening. Children - free.
Currently covering Glinda on the wicked UK & Ireland Tour, Lydia has performed all around the world and returns to Wanstead Fringe Festival to sing even more musical theatre favourites. An avid Andrew Lloyd Webber fan, Lydia has covered Christine Daaé on The Phantom of The Opera UK & Ireland tour and recently toured South… Continue reading Recital: Musical Theatre and Classical Favourites with Lydia Gerrard
The regular backgammon group which meets every Monday at the Duke will be hosting their annual tournament, The Peter Stevens Memorial Trophy, throughout the Fringe. Rounds will be held each Monday during the Fringe until there is a winner. The tournament is named after founder member Pete who sadly took his own life in 2021,… Continue reading Backgammon Tournament
The strange tale of the creation of the celestial firmament. A surrealistic fairy tale that combines a vulgar performance and a chamber-style play, in which twin brothers try to get out of a fish bubble, girls look at a giant flying head, a prince in an airplane saves a village from a touchy tiger, and… Continue reading Golden Sun & Silver Moon
Since 2017, the UK has seen 15 terrible terrorist attacks. But the atrocities we see on our BBC news alerts are the tip of an iceberg – at least twice as many plots have been foiled. Some were thwarted by nerve-wracking undercover operations; others were narrowly averted by heroic citizens, or ruined by the absurd… Continue reading Plotters: Wanstead Book Festival presents Lizzie Dearden
Throwing On The Wheel - 3 Hours - Adults (and kids 11+) Wanstead Pottery is a calm and inviting space for you to explore the marvellous medium of clay. The Throwing classes feature a maximum of three students. You will be taught how to prepare your clay, how to centre it on the wheel, how… Continue reading Pottery Classes
The strange tale of the creation of the celestial firmament. A surrealistic fairy tale that combines a vulgar performance and a chamber-style play, in which twin brothers try to get out of a fish bubble, girls look at a giant flying head, a prince in an airplane saves a village from a touchy tiger, and… Continue reading Golden Sun & Silver Moon
Awarding winning news and documentary photographer Russell Boyce will showcase some of his latest social documentary photography and exhibition work so expect to see lots of pictures and have a bit of fun. He will discuss his story-telling thinking, the work flow from initial idea to exhibition and publication and creative processes including; why use… Continue reading Why shoot black & white documentary pictures on film in an era of easy digital colour?
Event Postponed: Unfortunately, our host John Rogers is unable to attend due to medical reasons. This event will be rescheduled and all ticket holders offered a transfer or refund (look out for messages by email). One of East London's most celebrated literary figures, Iain Sinclair has observed and chronicled the changing nature of London, as… Continue reading Pariah Genius: Wanstead Book Festival presents Iain Sinclair
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her father's estate, she throws caution to the wind and gate-crashes the servants' party. Venturing into the servants’ kitchen she finds Katrin, the estate’s cook, and… Continue reading Miss Julie
The strange tale of the creation of the celestial firmament. A surrealistic fairy tale that combines a vulgar performance and a chamber-style play, in which twin brothers try to get out of a fish bubble, girls look at a giant flying head, a prince in an airplane saves a village from a touchy tiger, and… Continue reading Golden Sun & Silver Moon
An evening looking how to make your house as environmentally friendly as possible, featuring: Dan Edelstyn (who last spoke at the Fringe in 2022) who will return to give an update on the journey the Power Station team have taken to get 16 solar panels crowdfunded and installed on their street in Walthamstow plus solar… Continue reading Power-full: How to futureproof your home (and your life)
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her father's estate, she throws caution to the wind and gate-crashes the servants' party. Venturing into the servants’ kitchen she finds Katrin, the estate’s cook, and… Continue reading Miss Julie
A demonstration at La Bakerie on how to make their top-selling Madeleines and how to replicate them at home. The pastry chef will also give you a bakery tour and offer hints and tips, as well as answering questions on all things about pastry making. You will go home with a La Bakerie goody bag.
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical voices promises to delight and challenge audiences in equal measure. Expect to be transported back in time, revisit familiar myths, grapple with contemporary quandaries, and… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
Voicing Grief is an event bringing people together through poetry to normalise conversations around death and grief. Every day language often fails us in times of mourning, and poetry has long been used to capture, express and bring meaning to these difficult moments. Join us for a gentle evening of spoken word to reflect on… Continue reading Voicing Grief
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her father's estate, she throws caution to the wind and gate-crashes the servants' party. Venturing into the servants’ kitchen she finds Katrin, the estate’s cook, and… Continue reading Miss Julie
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Wine Festival Join MUST Wine in their courtyard for a live jazz-filled evening full of great music, international gins and maybe a little dancing under the stars! A jazz trio will serenade us in the courtyard whilst we open some of our favourite gins from all over… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar – Live Jazz and Gin in the Courtyard
Tequila enthusiast? Join us for a tequila discovery masterclass with Tiempo founder James, you will get to try an array of tequilas and learn all about agave spirits, the process & the artistry that goes into making that perfect taste of tequila. Enjoy a full spectrum tasting including 2 delicious tequila based cocktails & DJ… Continue reading Tequila Discovery
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical voices promises to delight and challenge audiences in equal measure. Expect to be transported back in time, revisit familiar myths, grapple with contemporary quandaries, and… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
Last year, Patrick Marlowe told three ghost stories to an audience of the living and the dead in St Mary's churchyard. This year, he's back, and his thoughts have turned to crime. Is there such a thing as the perfect crime? And if there is, how we would know? Patrick's family moved to Wanstead 50… Continue reading Crime Stories with Patrick Marlowe
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her father's estate, she throws caution to the wind and gate-crashes the servants' party. Venturing into the servants’ kitchen she finds Katrin, the estate’s cook, and… Continue reading Miss Julie
Family Hand-building Session - 3 Hours - Adults and kids 6+ The Hand-building classes are a fun and very accessible way to introduce yourself and children to clay and will feature a maximum of four students. These classes are perfect for adults and kids alike, and are suitable for children from the age of six.… Continue reading Pottery Classes
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical voices promises to delight and challenge audiences in equal measure. Expect to be transported back in time, revisit familiar myths, grapple with contemporary quandaries, and… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Wine Festival MUST Wine finishes Wanstead Fringe 2024 in style with its ever popular Champagne & Sparkling Wine Tasting. They will crack open four bottles of bubbles from Champagne, England and Italy - all made in the 'traditional method' and will include a Rosé bubbles, Blanc de… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar: Champagne & Sparkling Wine Tasting
Short Plays, Big Stories brings an exciting evening of original new writing to the Wanstead Fringe. From the provocative to the nostalgic to the experimental, this collection of fresh theatrical voices promises to delight and challenge audiences in equal measure. Expect to be transported back in time, revisit familiar myths, grapple with contemporary quandaries, and… Continue reading Short Plays, Big Stories
MUST Wine Bar - host of the Wanstead Fringe Wine Festival MUST Wine finishes Wanstead Fringe 2024 in style with its ever popular Champagne & Sparkling Wine Tasting. They will crack open four bottles of bubbles from Champagne, England and Italy - all made in the 'traditional method' and will include a Rosé bubbles, Blanc… Continue reading MUST Wine Bar: Champagne and Sparkling Wine Tasting
Hang out with your local superstar cricketers, Wanstead cricket club. Rub shoulders at their official end of the season party. Their cup final is scheduled for the 13th of September. Will the season end victorious? Either way we are in for a celebration, enjoy bangers from the late 90s early 2000’s with set from Matt… Continue reading Wanstead Cricket Club End Of Season Party & Matt Hinton Dj Set
3 rooms of immersive art tutorials with our three in house artists. Each session lasts 1 hour, with 10-minute intervals between each session. Drink & Draw with Leia Darla, allows you to try your hand at Life Drawing our female model, Leia will take you through techniques to bring your work to life using pencils, charcoal,… Continue reading Sketchy: Interactive Art & Alcohol
Midsummer's Eve, Sweden. A night when the sun doesn't set. A night of drinking and dancing. A night to break the rules! When Miss Julie finds herself alone on her father's estate, she throws caution to the wind and gate-crashes the servants' party. Venturing into the servants’ kitchen she finds Katrin, the estate’s cook, and… Continue reading Miss Julie
A golden hour of Natural Voices Choir with their banging set. Stretch summer out that little bit longer with their uplifting sound, promising to get everyone feeling happy. ------- Bring the whole family and save! Use discount code VOICES-FAM to save when buying multiple tickets (minimum 4 tickets including at least one adult ticket): 2 adults… Continue reading Natural Voices choir
Wanstead Comedy Night wraps up the Fringe with a fantastic evening of stand-up with the unbeatable Terry Alderton making a very welcome return to Wanstead. Also on the lineup are Kirk Fontaine, Blank Peng, Phil Merryck and your host Graeme Matthews.
Wanstead Beer Festival is a not-for-profit local community festival. The festival showcases a large range of local and regional ales, lagers and ciders. A gin bar complements our offering courtesy of a local distillery. All profits from the event are donated to a selection of local charities.
Following our inaugural run at the Fringe, The Wanstead Curtain on Hermon Hill is back just in time for Halloween! Join us as we reanimate the Wanstead Kinema with a spook-tacular lineup: Sleepy Hollow (Thurs 31st Oct 7:30pm) and Coco (Sat 2nd Nov 6pm). Sleepy Hollow is Tim Burton's 1999 gothic supernatural horror… Continue reading Kinema: Sleepy Hollow
Following our inaugural run at the Fringe, The Wanstead Curtain on Hermon Hill is back just in time for Halloween! Join us as we reanimate the Wanstead Kinema with a spook-tacular lineup: Sleepy Hollow (Thurs 31st Oct 7:30pm) and Coco (Sat 2nd Nov 6pm). Doors open from 5pm with a selection of (non-alcoholic) drinks at… Continue reading Kinema: Coco
Another chance to see Rossetti's Stunners, one of the original hits from this year's Wanstead Fringe The famed Pre-Raphaelite painter, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, immortalised ordinary women as goddesses in art and called them ‘Stunners’. In this entertaining one-woman drama written and performed by Elaine Britten, three audacious women find their voices. From the back alleys… Continue reading Rossetti’s Stunners
One of East London's most celebrated literary figures, Iain Sinclair has observed and chronicled the changing nature of London, as well as the people who live here. In conversation with… Continue reading Pariah Genius: Iain Sinclair in conversation with John Rogers
East London Theatre Company's production of Miss Julie is returning to The Wanstead Curtain for just three performances over two days at the end of November. Seen by an audience… Continue reading Miss Julie
East London Theatre Company's production of Miss Julie is returning to The Wanstead Curtain for just three performances over two days at the end of November. Seen by an audience… Continue reading Miss Julie
East London Theatre Company's production of Miss Julie is returning to The Wanstead Curtain for just three performances over two days at the end of November. Seen by an audience… Continue reading Miss Julie
Join us for a FREE Community Christmas Party plus "Elf" screening at Wanstead's newest venue - The Wanstead Curtain! Drop in to the Curtain on Sun 8th December from 2… Continue reading The Wanstead Curtain Christmas Party (and Elf screening)
After two sell out shows for Wanstead Fringe 2024, Wanstead Comedy Night returns to Eton Manor RFC with a superb line-up of comedians headlined by the brilliant Ben Norris. BEN… Continue reading Wanstead Comedy Night feat. Ben Norris
The children of Wanstead are invited to the birthday of Zeus, King of the Gods! He's two billion years old, but he only looks one billion... (he has a great skincare regime!) But what promises to be a great celebration is tragically cut short, when it turns out the evil Medusa has stolen all the… Continue reading Myths, Maps and Monsters: Zeus’s Birthday Bash – interactive theatre for kids
