Musical Theatre

Hey everyone! 2026 is on the horizon, and there’s no better place to crush the countdown than at Camden’s newest alternative hotspot—**The Imperial Palace of Big Red** (Formally The Monarch). It’s your chance to toast to old friends, make new ones, and ring in 2026 surrounded by the music and vibe we live for. Come early, stay late, and let’s start the new year in true metal fashion! See you there! 🤘🍾 **Link in the comments to the Unofficial WhatsApp chat** * **NO PROFILE PICTURE NO ENTRY** * This is an unofficial chat and not affiliated with Meetup or our Meetup group. If you join, **[PLEASE FOLLOW THE GUIDELINES](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTC7LARuHwwWflUmKDI4JOQyBhbaNEPsm9SjBjn_iTf_7TTqMqbSx10NB3CMkkct40tSuIb7x1DgP3i/pub)**

**SPECIAL NOTICE!!...** **We have now managed to secure a NYE venue... (\*\*NEW VENUE\*\*)** **ELECTRIC DREAMS** take you into 2026 with their unique mix of 80s electronic and alternative music, together with some contemporary electronica. This is a one-off event to be held at **THE STAR BY LIVERPOOL STREET** (not our regular, monthly venue, The Star of Kings) 94 Middlesex Street, London E1 7EZ (it should be the "Glam Palace" Function Room - to be confirmed) Ring in the New Year to the sound of Big Ben chimes with a great party atmosphere. There will also be a number of free giveaways on the night. **FIRSTLY**... Please say **"HELLO"** on the door as you walk in and you will be introduced to other meetup members –**POSITIVE** feedback is appreciated. **ELECTRIC DREAMS** is a long running, very well established friendly and sociable club night for all fans of the electronic / alternative 80s. Meet new like-minded friends and dance the night away to club classics. Expect to hear the likes of Depeche Mode, The Human League, La Roux, OMD, Japan, Ultravox, PSB, Soft Cell, Blancmange, Goldfrapp, Visage, Blondie, Duran Duran, The Cure, NIN, Daft Punk, Adam Ant, Ladytron, Fischerspooner, Erasure, New Order, Joy Division, Yazoo, Eurythmics, Gary Numan, Pet Shop Boys, La Roux, David Bowie, Alphaville, Devo, Talking Heads, Roxy Music, Japan, Simple Minds and so much more!! **Open from 9pm - 2am** **\*\*\*\* SPECIALLY DISCOUNTED ENTRY FOR STUDENTS - 50 PER CENT OFF IN ADVANCE \*\*\*\*** The Star by Liverpool Street is only 10 mins. walk from Liverpool railway station in the heart of The City of London. **Door time: 9:00pm, Start time: 9:00pm** 18 and over ONLY £10 in advance from Eventbrite (or much more on the door) and ONLY £5 for students in advance – so get in quick before the tickets run out as this is going to be popular. We look forward to seeing you on NEW YEAR'S EVE for a special meetup with like-minded music appreciators. Feel free to mix and socialise. The Star by Liverpool Street is at 94 Middlesex Street, London E1 7EZ VERY CLOSE TO LIVERPOOL STREET RAILWAY STATION – ONLY 10 mins WALK!!

Our acclaimed Wednesday workshop returns - we'll be looking at Lorca's classic drama exploring fate, passion, and societal expectations. A bride elopes with her former lover on her wedding day, triggering deadly consequences. Rich in poetic symbolism and folk traditions, the play confronts love’s destructive force and the inevitability of death and honor. We will be working towards A FULL PRODUCTION in April 2026.. If you'd like to get involved email: actinggymnasium [at] gmail.com

Hosts: Panagiotis and Yash \*This event is a collaboration with other meetup groups and social networks and it will be well attended \*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from [https://www.fatsoma.com/e/l02w4ic1/big-new-year-s-eve-singles-party-in-soho-with-karaoke-fireworks-screening-2-djs-with-welcome-glass-of-prosecco-all-ages](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/l02w4ic1/big-new-year-s-eve-singles-party-in-soho-with-karaoke-fireworks-screening-2-djs-with-welcome-glass-of-prosecco-all-ages) Are you dreaming of a singlesland where everyone around you is single, friendly and ready to socialise rendering a world of abundant opportunities? Join us to welcome 2026 altogether in the heart of Soho while partying, and mixing and mingling with people who are in the same phase of life! Everyone at the party will be single so, who knows, you may even find a person to make your heart jump as the new year begins! You never know who you are going meet in this evening and that is the beauty of it! You may find a friend forever, a party buddy, a partner in crime or a partner in life! There is no age range- in a social pool everybody is welcome and you can choose to speak to whoever you fancy. You are very welcome to attend alone or with friends. We will be there making introductions, helping break the ice,, and act as a glue in the group. The program of the night is as follows: 7:30pm-10:00pm Singles Mix and Mingle with background music. Everyone arriving before 9:00pm receives a welcome glass of prosecco (non- alcoholic option available as well) 10pm- 4am The music goes up and it is time for dancing Get ready for an unforgettable soundtrack from **two of** **London’s top DJs**, spinning everything from chart anthems and house classics to party favourites that’ll keep you dancing right through to 2026. Until 11pm we will have exclusive use of a room so we get to know each other in a relaxed friendly environment and then we will mix with other guests of the club to welcome 2026 altogether. We also have access to the karaoke room for those who love to grab the mic and own the stage and as the clock strikes midnight, we will be able to watch the **iconic London Fireworks live on the giant screens**, bringing the city’s magic straight into the heart of Zebrano. Dress code is smart/ elegant- it is New Year's Eve so please glam it up! Zebrano Soho is a vibrant cocktail bar, restaurant, and nightclub in the beating heart of London’s most iconic entertainment district. Zebrano is more than just a venue – it’s a celebration of fun, flavour, and feel-good vibes. It offers amazing cocktails , great cuisine, multiple rooms and an outdoor rooftop terrace At Zebrano, we serve up delicious food, killer cocktails, and the best tunes in town – all in a space designed to make great nights unforgettable. Come for the vibe. Stay for the party. Leave with a story. For security reasons every guest must carry photographic ID with them (Driver’s License, European ID or Passport) independently of the age. Tickets are valid for entry till 11pm How to find us: When you arrive please ask to be directed to Marianna's Events area/ Panagiotis and Yash. Any issue on the night feel free to contact Panagiotis: 07508502863, Yash: 07774905462 or Marianna: 07949526733 For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733 How to connect with us: To see all our events please go to: [https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events](https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events) Like and follow our facebook page: [https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland](https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland) Join our facebook group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514](https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514) Follow us on twitter:@Mariannasevents

Hosts: Panagiotis and Yash \*This event is a collaboration with other meetup groups and social networks and it will be well attended \*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from [https://www.fatsoma.com/e/l02w4ic1/big-new-year-s-eve-singles-party-in-soho-with-karaoke-fireworks-screening-2-djs-with-welcome-glass-of-prosecco-all-ages](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/l02w4ic1/big-new-year-s-eve-singles-party-in-soho-with-karaoke-fireworks-screening-2-djs-with-welcome-glass-of-prosecco-all-ages) Are you dreaming of a singlesland where everyone around you is single, friendly and ready to socialise rendering a world of abundant opportunities? Join us to welcome 2026 altogether in the heart of Soho while partying, and mixing and mingling with people who are in the same phase of life! Everyone at the party will be single so, who knows, you may even find a person to make your heart jump as the new year begins! You never know who you are going meet in this evening and that is the beauty of it! You may find a friend forever, a party buddy, a partner in crime or a partner in life! There is no age range- in a social pool everybody is welcome and you can choose to speak to whoever you fancy. You are very welcome to attend alone or with friends. We will be there making introductions, helping break the ice,, and act as a glue in the group. The program of the night is as follows: 7:30pm-10:00pm Singles Mix and Mingle with background music. Everyone arriving before 9:00pm receives a welcome glass of prosecco (non- alcoholic option available as well) 10pm- 4am The music goes up and it is time for dancing Get ready for an unforgettable soundtrack from **two of** **London’s top DJs**, spinning everything from chart anthems and house classics to party favourites that’ll keep you dancing right through to 2026. Until 11pm we will have exclusive use of a room so we get to know each other in a relaxed friendly environment and then we will mix with other guests of the club to welcome 2026 altogether. We also have access to the karaoke room for those who love to grab the mic and own the stage and as the clock strikes midnight, we will be able to watch the **iconic London Fireworks live on the giant screens**, bringing the city’s magic straight into the heart of Zebrano. Dress code is smart/ elegant- it is New Year's Eve so please glam it up! Zebrano Soho is a vibrant cocktail bar, restaurant, and nightclub in the beating heart of London’s most iconic entertainment district. Zebrano is more than just a venue – it’s a celebration of fun, flavour, and feel-good vibes. It offers amazing cocktails , great cuisine, multiple rooms and an outdoor rooftop terrace At Zebrano, we serve up delicious food, killer cocktails, and the best tunes in town – all in a space designed to make great nights unforgettable. Come for the vibe. Stay for the party. Leave with a story. For security reasons every guest must carry photographic ID with them (Driver’s License, European ID or Passport) independently of the age. Tickets are valid for entry till 11pm How to find us: When you arrive please ask to be directed to Marianna's Events area/ Panagiotis and Yash. Any issue on the night feel free to contact Panagiotis: 07508502863, Yash: 07774905462 or Marianna: 07949526733 For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733 How to connect with us: To see all our events please go to: [https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events](https://www.fatsoma.com/p/mariannas-events) Like and follow our facebook page: [https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland](https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland) Join our facebook group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514](https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514) Follow us on twitter:@Mariannasevents

Our acclaimed Wednesday workshop returns - we'll be looking at Lorca's classic drama exploring fate, passion, and societal expectations. A bride elopes with her former lover on her wedding day, triggering deadly consequences. Rich in poetic symbolism and folk traditions, the play confronts love’s destructive force and the inevitability of death and honor. We will be working towards A FULL PRODUCTION in April 2026.. If you'd like to get involved email: actinggymnasium [at] [gmail.com](http://gmail.com/)

Come and play Chamber Music at my house on Sunday Jnuary 4th; Time as suits between 2:15pm and 9:30pm Please include instruments and expected times in your response, and follow the following requested precautions when coming: Attendance requirements: Please do not come if you are unwell or if you know you were recently exposed to people with Covid or flu. Suggested standard is AB grade7 or NVQ level5 to professional, but in the end the ability to play with others is more important than instrumental technique I provide the following: Up to six playing spaces for groups of up to 12, 8, 6, 6, 6 and 3, respectively. One of the six-person playing-rooms has a carefully-chosen Steinway model B. There will also be a Clavinova CLP575, a Clavinove 625, and an A415 harpsichord (all in different rooms). I have violins, violas, cello and a friend's 3/4 double bass available to play for multi-instrumentalists who do not wish to carry too much (please check before coming). I have a decent library of chamber music mostly for strings and for strings and piano; and in practice at least one wind player usually comes equipped with appropriate music (I will provide warning to winds should this ever not be the case). As this is my private home, details of the location will be emailed by early Sunday to those who have already signed up. Please confirm instruments, chosen timing and the attendance requirements You will see that available playing times are very long - and I can extend until 10:30pm if appropriate. The intention is to allow us to space out and to minimise infection risks - as well as to give multiple pianists access. Please bring a music stand (let me know if this is difficult or impractical, as I can provide a limited number). There will be beverages and biscuits. I have revised the anonymous contribution arrangement - it is now a rectangular tin on the high side in the kitchen. Please give if you can - we sometimes have insurance costs to cover as well as basic meetUp subscription; any surplus (wishful thinking so far) will be used to help extend the music library The list of signed-up players (by instrument and with timing) is now in the comments below; I will try to keep this reasonably up to date I have probably omitted things you need to know. Please ask. (Ditto apparent errors) Looking forward George

Following the 5 STAR REVIEWED sell out success of MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT - the Acting Gymnasium's acclaimed Saturday workshop returns with a new production of OTHELLO which will play at Network Theatre Waterloo in February 2026. Email: actinggymnasium@gmail.com - if you'd like to get involved.

Join us as we kick the New Year with a fun Happy Hour and your choice of two fun, new films! Option 1 is the biographical-musical-docu-drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, which stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in the story about a real-life couple and Neil Diamond Tribute Duo. Option 2 is the comedy-action-adventure ACACONDA, which stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd as part of a group of friends remaking a favorite movie from their youth. Here’s a complete description, trailer and our plan for this event: SONG SUNG BLUE: The film follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience success and heartbreak in their musical journey together. Not a tribute to Neil Diamond, but a tribute to a Neil Diamond Tribute Band! The film is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name and is directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir, Hudson Hensley, Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi. Critics call the film, “a crowd-pleaser with a ton of heart!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCM0Ztp3o1o ANACONDA: In this action-thriller-comedy-adventure, a group of friends going through a mid-life crisis head to the jungle to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter “unexpected events.” The film is directed by Tom Gormican and stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Selton Mello, Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn. The film is a reimagining of the 1997 original. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMsFsfrPNaw PLAN: PLAN: Here’s the plan: For those seeing ANACONDA, please purchase your ticket for the 5:15pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 5:00 and 5:10pm! Advance ticket purchase advised. Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. For the pre-show Happy Hour, we’re going early-early and will meet in the Bar Area at nearby BRAVO at 4:00pm. We’ll head over to the theater by 5pm. If you can, cash makes for a quick exit! For those seeing SONG SUNG BLUE, please purchase your ticket for the 6:30pm showing and meet in the theater lobby between 6:10 and 6:20pm! Advance ticket purchase advised. Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. For the pre-show Happy Hour, we’ll meet inside the Bar Area at nearby BRAVO at 5:00pm! We’ll head over to the theater around 6pm. If you can, cash makes for a quick exit! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

Join us for a top-reviewed comedy-drama and the latest from director Bradley Cooper, IS THIS THING ON! The film is based on a true story follows a middle-aged man in a struggling marriage who seeks in purpose as a stand-up comedian. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: As their marriage quietly unravels, a faces middle age and an impending divorce. He seeks new purpose in the New York comedy scene while trying to navigate co-parenting, identity, and whether or not love can take a new form. The film is directed by Bradley Cooper (A Star Is Born, Maestro) and stars Will Arnett, Laura Dern, Andra Day, Christine Ebersole, Sean Hayes and Bradley Cooper. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4jx0Xgc_Pc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4jx0Xgc_Pc) BUZZ: The film is earning an 89% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which calls it “another terrific relationship study from Bradley Cooper and an ideal platform for Will Arnett's dramatic chops.” Following its world premiere at the NYFF, critics called it “a warm and hilarious comedy-drama” and “one of the most memorable and heartfelt films you’ll see all year!” PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet inside the lobby area about 30 minutes before the show beings. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but be sure to mention you're with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts. Possible post-show get-together at the nearby Rusty Bucket! Complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Come check us out! You will have a wonderful time! The music and friendships are life-changing!