Greenwich news and information
Many people will have a rough idea of the story of Oliver Twist, but if you’re used to cheerful, sing-a-long version where cheeky pickpockets perform memorable numbers, prepare yourself for a darker, harsher verion which remains true to the Dickens novel. This new adaptation by David Cottis fearlessly portrays the realities of the Victorian underword.
Diercted by Abigail Anderson, Oliver Twist is running at Greenwich Theatre from Tuesday 9th – Saturday 20 Setember.
Starting Monday night at Greenwich Theatre and running through to Wednesday night, Frozen is an award winning psychological drama, where a bereaved mother comes face to face with her daughter’s killer. The play has won awards for “TMA Best New Play” and also the “Eileen Anderson Central Television Award for Best New Play”.
Go along on Tuesday night for a post-show discussion – Performances start at 7.30pm.
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As the baton passes from Beijing to London, and the countdown begins to 2012, enjoy a family fun day by the O2 Bubble where there will be puppeteers, carnival dancing and sports demonstrations. Then take part in Sing The Nation, as groups from around the country join together for a singalong to celebrate becoming the host city.
Sunday 24th August 1pm – 4pm, O2 Bubble, Millennium Way
This coming saturday – August 23rd – the National Maritime Museum plays host to International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition 2008. The day promises to be packed with events exploring cultural legacies from the history of transatlantic slavery. Events include a theatre workshop, jazz and hip hop workshops and performances and “Sea of Voices” – a participatory singing event that everyone can join in.
This Sunday you can enjoy a peformance of the Royal Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet at the Greenwich Picture House in Greenwich High Road. The interpretation uses the choreography of the legendary Kenneth MacMillan, and was filmed by the BBC last November at the Royal Opera House. The recording will be broadcast on Sunday the 17th August throughout the Picture House chain at 15:30 and is repeated on Tuesday 19th August at 18:00.
The National Youth Musical Theatre Company will be performin Whistle Down The Wind at Greenwich Theatre from August 13 to August 16th. It’s a great chance to see the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical, as directed by Paul Hegarty. Call the box office on 020 8858 7755.
Premiership football team Charlton Athletic are organising an afternoon of fun and five a side football in Greenwich Park on Friday. As well as footie action, there will be inflatables to play on, exciting competitions and free goodie bags. The event is being delivered in association with Greenwich Council. No booking is required, just turn up between 3-7pm.