What’s On

A new historical drama from Philippine Theatre UK

A tale of friendship, resistance and unfinished reckonings set against the backdrop of mid 1940s Manila.

JoMarZeb follows three unlikely friends: a devout young woman destined, a fiery law student, and a soft-spoken teacher. Amid the turbulence of WW2 Philippines, their bond is tested and forged in the fires of love, faith, and revolution.

Seventy years later, in the quiet academic halls of Oxford University, their ghosts begin to haunt an unsuspecting physics professor.

Written by award-winning director and playwright Ramon C. Teñoso

Set in a lively history class, The Windrush Play blends spoken word, humour and powerful dialogue to chart the pride and pain of a generation whose impact continues to shape Britain today.

Performed by young people aged 12-25 who attend Chelsea Theatre’s Acting Workshops, this vibrant and moving production celebrates culture, shines a light on injustice, and questions how little society has changed since the arrival of the Empire Windrush in 1948.

The evening will also include a special performance from members of Chelsea Theatre’s Beatbox Workshop, devised in response to The Windrush Play.

The Windrush Play is written and directed by Steve Macaulay, founder of 2 Heavy Productions.

Tickets are pay what you can, ranging from £3-£15

Ages 12-25, FREE

Learn to beatbox and develop your singing and songwriting skills with Conrad Murray (award-winning beatboxer and director) and Nadine Rose Johnson (songwriter and performer).

Please note that there will be no workshop Tuesday 28^th October (half-term break)

Hot meal included!

Dev Joshi has performed around the world, and has lent his voice to film and television. Now the talented musician heads to Chelsea Theatre to celebrate the influential voices of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Mehdi Hassan, Mohd Rafi and Jagjit Singh.

Celebrate the talents of the young people who take part in our Acting, Beatboxing, Songwriting and Dance workshops at Chelsea Theatre and Chelsea Youth Club.

Enjoy three short performances – a festive, upbeat beatbox and vocals set, an original dance piece devised and performed by the Chelsea Youth Club dance group, and a special performance from our young actors.

This is a pay-what-you-can event, bringing together friends, family, and the local community, including a mug of non-alcoholic mulled punch and a mince pie on arrival!

Do you love to sing? Want to meet other people who live locally and expand your vocal skills? Come along to our community choir every Wednesday – no experience needed!

Ages 12-25, FREE

Develop your acting skills with professional facilitators. We welcome all levels of experience and ability. Whether you want to perform for your career, build confidence or meet new people, these workshops offer something for everyone.

Hot meal included!

For those aged 12-17 we will need a guardian to sign an enrolment form at reception before your first session.

Dramaiocht Productions are delighted to be returning to the Chelsea Theatre with their exciting adaptation of A Christmas Carol, which was first performed at the Actors Church Covent Garden in 2022. This version is adapted by acclaimed writer Alfie James.
Dramaiocht Productions is a theatre company which is all-inclusive regardless of disability, race, or gender.

Running time 90 minutes with a 20 minute interval.