Brookside Theatre Launches Relaxed Performances to Make Live Theatre Accessible for Everyone
Award-winning Brookside Theatre in Romford is proud to announce the introduction of Relaxed Performances as part of its ongoing commitment
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Robin Hood is Coming to The Queen’s Theatre! First Images Released.
Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch has released the first images from this year’s panto, featuring Folarin Akinmade as Robin Hood and Lauren Chinery
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Popular Romford Café Shot Celebrates 10 Years at the Heart of the Community.
A much-loved family-run café in Romford is celebrating a major milestone this week as Café Shot marks its 10th birthday.
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Romford Filmmaker’s Viral Success Heads to the Big Screen With Local Premiere
Young filmmaker Danny from Havering premiered his debut film, Immersed in Shadows, at Lumiere Cinema in Romford on 22 August 2026, after its viral success caught the attention of Idris Elba, leading to future opportunities.
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New Ukulele Group Strikes a Chord with Heartwarming Debut Performance at Ashcroft Care Home
There were smiles, singing and plenty of applause at Ashcroft Care Home yesterday as a newly formed ukulele group from
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Family-Friendly Diary of a Wimpy Kid Musical Premieres in Romford This August
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL opens next week at Romford’s Brookside Theatre. This family-friendly production features catchy songs and relatable characters, offering a Relaxed Performance to ensure an inclusive theatre experience for all.
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Free Live Music Returns to Raphael Park This August
Looking for something to do this summer? Residents can enjoy free live music every Sunday throughout August as the popular
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Havering’s Fantastic Secret Artist Exhibition Returns To Rainham.
“It’s inspiring to see so many hidden artists and creative people in Havering.” – local artist, Liam O’Connell. “More people
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Now You See Him… The Disappearing Man Arrives at The Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch.
A washed-up magician determined to reclaim his former glory will take centre stage at Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch this autumn in
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Never 42 Brings the Legendary Sound of Level 42 to Havering
Fans of Level 42 are in for a treat as Never 42, one of the UK’s leading tribute bands, promises
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Rom Skatepark Celebrates Its Heritage with New Film, Community Mural and Open-Air Back to the Future Screenings
Havering London, in partnership with Rom Skatepark, will present Skatepark Revived on Saturday 25 July 2026 – a day-long celebration of the
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Over 180 Young Performers Set to Shine in Spectacular ‘Wind in the Willows’ at Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch
More than 180 talented young performers from across Havering and beyond are preparing to take to the stage this summer
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Cabinet Agrees Better Care Fund Partnership And Reviews Council Finances
Havering’s Cabinet met on Wednesday evening to consider a number of significant reports covering adult social care, the Council’s financial position
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Exclusive: Magician Jake Banfield on his BGT experience and Queen’s Theatre Hornchurch show in September
A magician raised in Hornchurch looked back on his time competing in the 2026 series of Britain’s Got Talent (BGT)
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Romford Shopping Hall Launches Flexible Leasing to Support Small Businesses
For many small business owners, opening a physical shop feels like an impossible dream. High rents, long leases and large
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Young Stars Wanted for the London Premiere of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical!
Calling all young performers! This is your chance to be part of something unforgettable as Brookside Theatre, Romford searches for talented
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Artist Returns to Upminster Library 20 Years Later With Stunning New Exhibition
More than two decades after first exhibiting her artwork at Upminster Library, Essex artist Lisa Wade is returning to the
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‘Havering’s Social Care team have done the absolute best they can with the resources available to them’-Havering Residents Association.
Councillor Gillian Ford responds to Havering’s Leader of the Council’s article on the Care Quality Commission Report. The HRA inherited
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Step Inside Romford’s Rave Past As Unique Interactive Artwork Comes To Town
Romford’s legendary rave and clubbing history is set to take centre stage this summer as a unique interactive artwork invites
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Man Baby-A Deliciously Dark Comedy At Lumiere Cinema.
Man Baby is an ambitious and deliciously surrealist dark comedy, with a redemptive message of hope. Paralysed by fear of
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