Wimbledon Arts

Why not enjoy a night at one of the great theatres spotted around Wimbledon!

New Wimbledon Theatre Southwest London’s premier theatrical venue, New Wimbledon Theatre has been an iconic landmark in Wimbledon Town Centre since 1910. With a yearround programme of musicals, comedy, family entertainment, dance, drama and of course their legendary annual pantomime. New Wimbledon Theatre is also home to the Studio, where amazing development work from new writers, comedians, directors, and producers brings our former ballroom to life. New Wimbledon Theatre plays an active role in the community, with events staged throughout the year in partnership with some of the region’s finest organisations. 93 The Broadway, London SW19 1QG. 0844 871 7646 www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-wimbledon-theatre

Polka Theatre They have re-imagined what a dedicated children’s theatre could and should be for young audiences and their families. Their state-of the-art building is a vibrant hub for future generations, right at the heart of the community. Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB. 020 8545 8320 www.polkatheatre.com/ Tara Theatre Tara Theatre creates innovative, politically charged theatre harnessing the power of co-creation. Their work explores the complexities of our world through a South Asian lens, championing South Asian voices and artists, identifying new narratives, new ideas and new forms. Tara Theatre is a contemporary and democratic space, a home for the community of artists and audiences. 356 Garratt Lane, Earlsfield, London, SW18 4ES. 020 8333 4457 www.taratheatre.com/

The Putney Arts Theatre The Putney Arts Theatre stands in the original building of the Old Union Church. The new theatre was opened in July 1968 by the Mayor of Wandsworth in the presence of Sir John Mills, one of Group 64’s patrons. The building soon became a thriving theatre, expanding the range of its own productions and hosting visiting companies. Putney Arts Theatre is an inclusive performance venue, providing creative & supportive opportunities for youth and adult theatre, an inspiring space for its resident companies, a welcoming atmosphere for guest performers, and high-quality involving entertainment for the local community. Ravenna Rd, London SW15 6AW. 020 8788 6943 www.putneyartstheatre.org.uk/

Colour House Children’s Theatre Colour House opened as a theatre in the summer of 1995. Today the venue is open for a variety of theatre shows, events, music gigs and comedy. They have become best known for their weekend Children’s Theatre which specialises in producing original musical adaptions of famous fairy tales. In 25 years, they have entertained over 150,000 children, receiving charitable status in 2008. Merton Abbey Mills, Watermill Way, London SW19 2RD. 020 8542 5511 www.colourhousetheatre.co.uk/