Theatre Royal Stratford East
Gerry Raffles Square, London E15

This venerable Victorian theatre, set amist grey towers blocks, has recently been extended and improved by Newham Council.  The neighbouring Arts Centre, created at the same time, contains a gallery, cinema and performance spaces. 

The theatre became famous in the fifties and sixties as the home of the Theatre Workshop company under the direction of Joan Littlewood and her productions of shows such as A Taste of Honey, The Hostage and Oh, What a Lovely War.

The Theatre Royal is known for its popular community-oriented drama, musicals and revues. Eight quality productions a year, almost all British or World premieres, make it worth the trip from central London.

Tel: 020 8534 7374 for details of performances.