Things to do in south London – from free lunch time concerts to a gardening club
Spot’s Birthday at Blackheath the perfect way to introduce your little one to theatre
There’s a party and everyone’s invited to Blackheath Halls.
Based on Eric Hill’s Happy Birthday Spot, this brand-new adaptation is a great introduction to theatre for children.
Suitable for all ages, the show will encourage you to sign and dance along with Steve the Monkey, Tom the Crocodile, Helen the Hippo and Sally and Sam, Spot’s parents, to say a big happy birthday to Spot.
Date: Sunday 21 April 2024, 2pm
Tickets: £16, under-14s £14
Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, SE3 9RQ
www.blackheathhalls.com/whats-on/spots-birthday-party-4/
Take five on Friday with a free lunchtime concert in Greenwich
Take time out this lunchtime for a performance by the Trinity Laban Saxophone Choir in the beautiful surroundings of the Old Royal Naval College Chapel.
Date: Friday 26 April 2024, 1:05pm
Tickets: Free
Old Royal Naval College Chapel
www.trinitylaban.ac.uk/whats-on/event/lunchtime-concert-saxophone-choir
Free online talk on The Drunken Sailor
The well-known nineteenth-century sea shanty ‘What Shall We Do With the Drunken Sailor?’ reveals the common perception of seamen in British popular culture during this time.
Committing to a sober lifestyle in the Royal Navy was a challenging undertaking not least because sailors were entitled to a daily allowance of rum and beer. Yet the need for a sober naval force was seen as increasingly important as Britain sought to maintain and expand its colonial interests.
Join Deborah Canavan for a free online talk on the changing profile of the sailor during the nineteenth century, as part of Royal Museums Greenwich series of talks.
Dates: Tuesday 16 April 2024, 5.15pm to 6.30pm
Tickets: Free
Comedy nights at Greenwich Theatre for just £6
Fancy a laugh? Head down to Greenwich Theatre’s Pints ‘n’ Punchlines – a monthly night of stand-up comedy hosted by David Thomas in the studio bar.
Featuring Daniel McKeon, Leah Davis, Caroline McEvoy and Mahesh Khilnani, it’s not to be missed.
Dates: Monday 15 April and Monday 20 May 2024, 8pm
Tickets: £6
Crooms Hill, London, SE10 8ES
greenwichtheatre.org.uk/events/pints-n-punchlines
Free sessions in Deptford for those with Green fingers
New to the Albany: weekly gardening sessions. Get outdoors and get growing with gardening club Come‘n’Grow.
Discover how to grow your own veg, learn valuable gardening skills and enjoy a spot of the great outdoors in a horticultural oasis in the heart of Deptford.
No experience is necessary as all sessions will be led by a Garden Project Coordinator – plus all tools are provided. Although bringing your own gloves is recommended.
Dates: Every week Tuesday and Thursday, 11am-1pm, starting 23 April 2024
Tickets: Free
www.thealbany.org.uk/projects/come-n-grow-2
Get your tots and babies Boppin’ in Woowich
An interactive music show for babies, toddlers and families is coming to Woolwich Works.
The Boppin’ Bunnies team will showcase their mastery on a variety of instruments, including the violin, trumpet, kazoo and steel pans. The show is designed to be fully interactive and there will be percussion instruments for all babies, toddlers and adults to use together, too.
Prepare to immerse yourself in a dynamic musical journey – be it shaking maracas or singing along, the event promises laughter and dance for families and children under five.
Dates: Saturday 13 April 2024, 10:45am
Tickets: Child £10, sibling £5, adults free
The Fireworks Factory, 11 No. 1 Street, SE18 6HDwww.woolwich.works/events/boppin-bunnies-2
