Find out what to see and do this year across the borough
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See what's on over the coming months in Bexley
Things I Know to be True
Experience the powerful emotional journey of the Price family in Andrew Bovell's critically acclaimed play. With unforgettable characters and a raw, real portrayal of the human experience, this play will leave you questioning the things you know to be true about family, love, and what it means to belong. Production run 30 May to 6 June, Geoffrey Whitworth Theatre.
An Evening with Sophie Hannah
Explore the dazzling world of crime fiction with internationally bestselling author Sophie Hannah! Uncover the secrets behind her gripping new thrillers, including The Opposite of Murder and No One Would Do What the Lamberts Have Done. Taking place at Central Library on 1 June.
BA European Theatre Arts: People Have The Power
People Have The Power is an exciting, immersive, aerial, promenade performance exploring community, hope and the story of coming together to preserve the past, present and future of the woodlands. Performances will take place on 4 and 5 June at various times at Lesnes Abbey Lodge. Presented by Rose Bruford College students in collaboration with Scarabeus Aerial Theatre Company.
Ruthless Aggression - Dandy Day
Ruthless Aggression is an exhibition of new work by multidisciplinary artist Dandy Day - an installation formed from a new body of work centred on the commercial spectacle of WWE- an American sports entertainment form that presents ‘professional wrestling’. Available to view at TACO! 5 June to 26 July
Thamesmead Wander Walk Summer
Join ornithological investigator J D Swann on a seasonal wildlife walk in Thamesmead on Saturday 6 June!
Lakeside Garden Club: Stained Glass Window Effect Workshop with Marcus Orlandi
Trace, draw, and paint your own stained glass using simple materials. Taking inspiration from traditional stained glass windows, join artist Marcus Orlandi at the Lakeside Centre to create a window design inspired by flowers growing in Lakeside Garden on Saturday 6 June.
London Festival of Architecture at the Lakeside Centre
Coming up in June, Bow Arts will be hosting a week of workshops, walks, and activities at the Lakeside Centre, inviting neighbours and visitors to enjoy a visit to one of Thamesmead’s iconic brutalist buildings. Taking place from Saturday 6 June to Sunday 14 June.
Come From Away
Telling the touching true story of 7,000 travellers stranded in the small town of Gander, Newfoundland after the events of 9/11, the musical celebrates the unexpected friendships and generosity that flourished during a time of crisis. Performed by Bird College students, from 11 to 20 June.
An Evening with Sarah Price
Meet award-winning garden designer Sarah Price on 17 June and learn about the garden she has conceived for The Exchange Erith, an exemplar of experimental horticulture and community learning, inspired by local heritage.
Lesnes Twilights presents Ronnie Ripple amd the Rip Chords
Spend an early evening with Lesnes Twilights in the beautiful Monks Garden at Lesnes Abbey listening and hopefully dancing to Ronnie Ripple & the Rip Chords who play Skiffle, Rock n Roll and Rockabilly on June 19.
Guided Walk: A Walk Around Welling
In this walk with Archives Officer Penny Duggan, learn about the development of Welling from a cluster of houses into a bustling high street with shops and cinemas, and the events which have had an impact on its history. Saturday 20 June at 2.30pm.
Kinky Boots
Based on the true story of Charlie Price, with music by Cyndi Lauper. The message of Kinky Boots is simply this; accepting yourself and accepting other people for who they are, the importance of kindness, understanding, and friendship. 25 June to 04 July, Geoffrey Whitworth Theatre.
Dance Bexleyheath
Get ready to feel the rhythm, Bexleyheath, because something brand new is coming to the Broadway on Friday 27 June! A spectacular celebration of dance and performing arts for the whole family to enjoy, local dance and performing arts schools take to the stage and showcase their talent right in the heart of Bexleyheath!
Pride on the Side
A community day to highlight and support the LGBT+ community in our town and beyond on Saturday 27 June, at The Exchange, Erith.
The Engineering of Belonging
Visit Crossness Pumping Station on Sat 27 June for a special London Festival of Architecture open day! With talks on the design and development of Crossness' incredible system, the chance to view rare 1862 building plans and a special exhibition and sound piece.
Caribbean Afternoon - Sun, Sound and Spice
An afternoon of infectious Caribbean rhythms..reggae, calypso amd soul featuring the 8 piece band, Dr Elias and The Soul Surgeons. A meal from the Caribbean grill is included in the ticket price for this event on Sunday 28 June.