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A flexible fringe venue in Marylebone. We host music, comedy, dance, kids shows, theatre, classes, A flexible performance space
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01/12/2023
𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐓 𝐏𝐎𝐄𝐓
𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝟑𝟎 𝐍𝐨𝐯 - 𝐒𝐮𝐧 𝟑 𝐃𝐞𝐜
New drama on the plight of exile and persecution.
/www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/desert_poet
01/12/2023
A month filled with new writing, magic, poetry, music and adventure!!
thecockpit.org.uk
30/11/2023
More 1:1 ADVICE SESSIONS are now on sale.
A zoom chat with one of our team, helping you take your Theatre Making to the next level.
www.thecockpit.org.uk/advice
30/11/2023
Mother Hood is behind on her rent and her landlord The Big Bad Wolf has come for his money! What will she do?
FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET
A magical adventure full of your favourite fairytale characters!
8 - 30 December
Tickets start from just £7 - with deals for families and discounts for locals!
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
29/11/2023
Join us tomorrow evening for the turning on of The Church Street Christmas Lights!
The cast of our magical family adventure FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET will be there to say hi and to sing some songs from the show!
Thursday 30 November
4:30 - 6:30pm
https://churchstreet.org/whatson/church-street-chritmas-lights-switch-on/
29/11/2023
Will you be joining us for our magical family adventure?
FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET
8 - 30 December
The Cockpit
Tickets from £7, discounts for locals, deals for families.
fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
28/11/2023
Do you have projects planned for the new year?
Looking for affordable space in zone 1?
The Cockpit has 3 studio spaces that start from just £10 per hour.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/use_our_space
27/11/2023
FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET
8 - 30 December
The Cockpit's magical family adventure.
Tickets from just £7.
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
26/11/2023
A glimpse into the rehearsal room of our magical family adventure!
FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET
8 - 30 December
The Cockpit
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
26/11/2023
NEW STUFF
Our monthly rehearsed reading sessions.
This month:
Your Favourite Game Show; Family Dysfunction by Sierra Callaghan
Inspired by the real world murder and subsequent investigation of the author's brother, this piece is a one-woman show exploring the morbid humour, and always looming danger, present in all dysfunctional families.
and
Books and Bellinis by Dejuan Desiree
In a cosy Notting Hill flat, as four girls from completely different walks of life reunite to discuss literature over snacks and cocktails, a book club turns from light-hearted banter to more of a group therapy session. Books and Bellinis is an ode to self-love, and is an exploration of friendship and womanhood.
Sunday 3 December, 7pm
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/newstuff
25/11/2023
The cast of our magical Christmas adventure FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET will be at this event performing a couple of songs from the show!
We'll see you there!
Fairytale On Church Street
Church Street Lights Switch on for Christmas!
Save the date for our annual Christmas Lights switch on with the Deputy Lord Mayor.
Enjoy arts & crafts, with local community organisations, free food and drink, live performances from Gateway School, Penfold Hub, South Westminster Choir's and a special performance from the The Cockpit Fairytale on Church Street.
Santa will also be there in his grotto. Stop by a say hello.
Date: Thursday 30th November
Time: 4.30pm-6.30pm
Location: Church Street Market on the Triangle, on the corner of Sailsbury Street.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/fairytaleonchurchstreet
25/11/2023
SAFEHOUSE
13 & 14 December
A thought-provoking romcom that explores the rollercoaster of London living with honesty and humour.
Are gay men incapable of love? It’s what Blake and Dan ask each other...
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/safehouse
25/11/2023
EVERY OTHER MOTHER
Monthly from 24 January
You’ve never been to a mum and baby event like this!
Whether you're a new mum, a solo mum, a q***r mum or a grandma, Every Other Mother is for everymum! Curated by writer Sally McIlhone and poet Violet Malice, each event will be a unique mix of stories and creative expression, with mums contributing poetry, comedy, spoken word, monologues, music and more.
Join us once a month for a two-hour celebration of motherhood!
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/every_other_mother
24/11/2023
More barrier busting sounds as JAZZ IN THE ROUND returns for the final gig of the year.
Monday 27 November
OUT FRONT + SILVIA LEONZIO QUARTET
OUTFRONT - A super group formed to play the music of two of Jazz’s greatest ‘inside-outside’ masters: Booker Little and Andrew Hill. Drawing on a wealth of fabulous compositions and featuring a rich line-up of three horns, drums and bass, the band explores the vast possibilities of this music, from joyous straight-ahead time playing, to the most open of improvisation.
SILVIA LEONZIO QUARTET
A new project that brings together modern jazz, folk, world music, improvised music, and songwriting.
www.jazzintheround.co.uk
22/11/2023
A glimpse into rehearsals for FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET
Our magical musical adventure!
Here 8-30 December
fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
22/11/2023
TONIGHT!
TREE WOMAN TALES
22 November
A night of music and adventure.
Holly Penfield's eclectic collection of original songs is a heady fusion of blues, rock and pop. Wild anthems, heartfelt ballads, comical confessions and quirky dancing.
From San Francisco, Holly has toured the world playing over 3,000 gigs with legendary artists such as Dr John, John Lee Ho**er, John Mellencamp and Michael Jackson.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/tree_woman_tales
21/11/2023
Robin Hood is desperate to make Mother Hood proud.
Could he really be the hero that Church Street needs?
FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET
8 - 3O December
A magical, in-the-round adventure starring your favourite fairytale characters.
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
21/11/2023
WOMAN, LIFE, FREEDOM REVOLUTION IN IRAN
Discussion, Theatre, Music & Poetry
25 February
In the run-up to International Women’s Day 2024, One Law For All pay homage to and celebrate ‘the Woman, Life, Freedom’ revolution in Iran.
Programme in Persian with brief English translation
Join an inspiring afternoon of discussion, music, dance, poetry and theatre.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/woman_life_freedom_revolution_in_iran
20/11/2023
DESERT POET
A New Drama on the Plight of Exile
30 November - 3 December
By Splitmoon Theatre
A World Première with poetry by Imru' Al-Qays and Adnan al-Sayegh stitched and mounted by SplitMoon Theatre timed with the 20th anniversary of the allied invasion of Iraq.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/desert_poet
20/11/2023
TONIGHT!
THEATRE IN THE POUND
20 November
Join us for another edition of our scratch night as Theatre makers present new ideas and ask for your feedback and questions.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/pound
19/11/2023
A misfit musical adventure about nature and human nature All dressed up from head to toe in tree inspired bark trousers, accompanied by mad surreal psychedelic visuals in design and spirit, Holly Pen…
19/11/2023
Have you bought your tickets to see FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET?
Here from 8 December.
Performed in the round with a cast of actor/musicians, FairyTale On Church Street is an original story featuring magical characters and tales known in every corner of the world - with a modern and unexpected twist!
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
19/11/2023
TONIGHT!
REGGAE IN THE ROUND
19 November
A night celebrating Reggae Music and capturing the essence and authenticity of the Culture.
Headlined and hosted by Kitty Corbin
with special guests JayJayborn2Sing and L A. Gray performing the people's favourites, plus a dance performance from Sheeda.
https://ow.ly/t9Je50POBys
19/11/2023
TONIGHT!
REGGAE IN THE ROUND
19 November
Join host and headliner Kitty Corbin for a night celebrating all things Reggae.
With special guests and performances.
One Night Only!
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/reggae_in_the_round
18/11/2023
The speed networking event CARDS ON THE TABLE is returning on 4 December.
An evening of fast, inspiring and connective artistic meetings for theatre makers. Inspired by card games and designed to help you find new people to collaborate with.
You can come with a specific project, a vague idea, or simply offer yourself to other ventures that interest you!
Hosted by Junction Theatre
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/cards
18/11/2023
TONIGHT! AT MIDNIGHT!
URVASHI
A midnight, standing gig with a new collective. Drawing equally from Qwali, Arabic Tarab, modal jazz and drum and bass, to create original tracks alongside fresh interpretations.
18 November
JAZZ IN THE ROUND hosts five nights of Jazz as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
See the full lineup here 👇️
thecockpit.org.uk/jazzintheroundEFGjazzfestival
17/11/2023
Catch Mother Hood, Robin Hood, Red Riding Hood, The Big Bad Wolf and Goldilocks in
FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET
Here 8 - 30 December
Grab your tickets! We've deals for families, discounts for locals, and cheap tickets in preview week!
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
17/11/2023
TONIGHT!
HEJIRA - CELEBRATING JONI MITCHELL
a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late ‘70s. Expect an evening of the ‘great’ songs from Mitchell’s back catalogue!
17 November
JAZZ IN THE ROUND as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
See the full lineup here 👇️
thecockpit.org.uk/jazzintheroundEFGjazzfestival
16/11/2023
Not long until our space is filled with some of the finest acts from the London Reggae scene!
REGGAE IN THE ROUND
19 November
Hosted by Kitty Corbin
With JayJayborn2Sing, Tenna Star and The Round Sound Band.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/reggae_in_the_round
16/11/2023
TONIGHT!
RESPAIR
A quartet valuing the hypnotic psychedelia of electronica, the virtuosic intricacies and rich vocabulary of jazz and the emotional intimacy that stems from blues and soul.
16 November
JAZZ IN THE ROUND as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
See the full lineup here 👇️
thecockpit.org.uk/jazzintheroundEFGjazzfestival
15/11/2023
A glorious day of music in rehearsals today with the cast of
FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET.
Here 8 - 30 December.
Make sure you grab your tickets!
We've cheap preview tickets, deals for families, and discounts for locals.
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
15/11/2023
Come and join us!
Church Street Lights Switch on for Christmas!
Save the date for our annual Christmas Lights switch on with the Deputy Lord Mayor.
Enjoy arts & crafts, with local community organisations, free food and drink, live performances from Gateway School, Penfold Hub, South Westminster Choir's and a special performance from the The Cockpit Fairytale on Church Street.
Santa will also be there in his grotto. Stop by a say hello.
Date: Thursday 30th November
Time: 4.30pm-6.30pm
Location: Church Street Market on the Triangle, on the corner of Sailsbury Street.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/fairytaleonchurchstreet
15/11/2023
TONIGHT!
ELLIOT GALVIN
The premier performance of an all-star new project from this award-winning composer, pianist, and improviser.
15 November
JAZZ IN THE ROUND as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
See the full lineup here 👇️
www.thecockpit.org.uk/jazzintheroundEFGjazzfestival
14/11/2023
TREE WOMAN TALES
A misfit musical adventure with Holly Penfield
22 November
One night only!
Wild anthems, heartfelt ballads, comical confessions and quirky dancing. An energetic performer her songwriting celebrates the beauty of nature, darkness, love and light, through powerful lyrics and storytelling.
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/show/tree_woman_tales
14/11/2023
TONIGHT!
CYKADA
A unique and infectious sound combining electronic and live music with global inspiration. A new dynamic mashup unlike anything previously witnessed.JAZZ IN THE ROUND hosts five nights of Jazz as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
14 November
See the full lineup here 👇️
thecockpit.org.uk/jazzintheroundEFGjazzfestival
13/11/2023
Look what we were up today!
The cast of FAIRYTALE ON CHURCH STREET gathered for the 1st day of rehearsals!
it's funny. It's smart. It's a riot of a story! Don't miss it!
Book your tickets!
www.fairytaleonchurchstreet.co.uk
13/11/2023
TONIGHT!
NIM SADOT
An innovative bass player/composer joined by some of London's top players to conjure up a new mix of bass-heavy, instrumental fusion jazz.
13 November
JAZZ IN THE ROUND as part of the EFG London Jazz Festival.
See the full lineup here 👇️
https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/jazzintheroundEFGjazzfestival
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Five chances left to see THE THREEPENNY OPERA Here until 7 October "Full-blooded theatre. I thoroughly commend this marvellous production." Fairy Powered Productions "There is so much to enjoy; you might be tempted to pop back to catch it a second time." The British Theatre Guide "Musically, it is spot on, with an emotional commitment that makes sense of the satire.” The Spy in the Stalls thecockpit.org.uk/thethreepennyopera OVO
THE THREEPENNY OPERA is now open! OVO's bold, imaginative, in-the-round production of this Becht/Weill classic. Here until the 7 October. Directed by Adam Nichols and Co-Directed by Julia Mintzer Conducted and Musically Directed by Lada Valesova 📸 Elliott Franks https://ow.ly/rBfG50PO4ob
Happy New Year you lovely lot. You've patiently waited in line, you've diligently followed the arrows, you've worn masks, sanitised your hands, ordered drinks on Whatsapp... all to keep our little world ticking over. We can't thank you all enough for sticking with us. Ok 2022. Let's be having ya.
THE MUSICAL THAT GOES RIGHT! by Ethereal Theatre Company An all singing, all dancing, festive extravaganza for the whole family! 14 - 23 December. http://ow.ly/ZZ0050H73XF
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
📣 Now listen here! You must all come along to see THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS on Saturday. Yes, this Saturday. Bring the whole family. It'll be a hoot! There are two show times to choose from. 11:30am & 2:00pm. See you there! http://ow.ly/SWFG50GzZyk Wizard Theatre
in 3 weeks Voila Europe Theatre Festival will be in full swing. 12 shows. 14 countries. 12 languages. So over the next few days we are going to make our way through the programme... so you are fully versed on what you need to book tickets for! https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/voilafestival
IT'S AUGUST! There's more from the Tête à Tête Opera festival, new theatre, comedy & cabaret from our Camden Fringe artists, the chance to watch an open rehearsal with Capital Ballet and a plea to help Shakespeare write a play with Bard In The Yard What a month! https://www.thecockpit.org.uk/
Come and see! Our Monthly Scratch Night THEATRE IN THE POUND is back tomorrow night. And this month it's a Voila Europe Theatre Festival special! Support Theatre Makers as they try out new work. Let them know your thoughts. Be inspired. Monday 19 July, 7pm in the Zoom Theatre. Your sofa? A front row seat. http://ow.ly/ynev50FnxdA
Last month we had you here with us to help Shakespeare write his hit play. Well, he needs your help again! BARD IN THE YARD Back for one show. 29 August, 3:30pm Bring your best writing skills! http://ow.ly/iuka50FnEB1
Listen up! THEATRE IN THE POUND is getting back on stage! Since lockdown #1 we've been hosting our monthly scratch night Live Online. And very successfully too. In fact we're going to keep it. It's amazing what you can do in Zoom! But we've weathered the storm and we've come out the other side. So this month, let's all put on some trousers and head into the theatre! Monday 21 June, 7pm. LIVE ON STAGE Theatre Makers sharing work, testing ideas, and getting your feedback. http://ow.ly/2lKK50F3jbV
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