Theatre Workshop Coulsdon

11/05/2026

Our cast is assembled, and rehearsals are marching ahead for our Summer production of ‘Oh What a Lovely War’. Performed in the grounds of Coulsdon Manor Hotel, and featuring classic wartime songs, it’s sure to be a hit. Book your tickets now!

07/04/2026

There's a war coming. The Great War of 1914 - 1918, its bloody history told using popular songs of the period, interspersed with scenes, sketches and readings. In 'Oh What A Lovely War' an ensemble cast covers an army of parts, quickly changing from character to character with the help of a hat, an accent, a coat. Readthroughs and auditions start tomorrow (Wednesday 8 April), at Coulsdon Community Centre from 8pm and there will be another on Monday, April 13 at 8pm. The recruiting drive starts here, Theatre Workshop Coulsdon wants you!

05/04/2026

Happy Easter!

We’re so grateful for all the amazing feedback on The Sweet Science of Bruising and a want to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to support us!

Big shoutout to Chuma Oraedu for teaching us boxing basics, for movement choreography, and Clark Alexander for stage fighting training. We couldn’t have done it without you!

After a well-earned rest, we’re back on it this Wednesday with auditions for Oh What a Lovely War. Fancy getting involved? Drop us a message!

In the meantime, enjoy the sunshine and the rest of the bank holiday ☀️

29/03/2026

FINAL SHOW!

It’s been an incredible run so far but it’s not over yet. We are back for our final performance today starting at 3pm. So much hard work has gone into this production and if you haven’t been to see it yet we would really love your support.

See you for the final round 🥊

27/03/2026

Only FOUR performances left of ‘The Sweet Science of Bruising’!

Think boxing isn’t your cup of tea? Don’t let that stop you! It’s just one part of a much bigger story.
This show brings together comedy, drama, and romance, with powerful themes of redemption and friendship.

Don’t miss your chance to see it before it’s gone!

Tickets at twcoulsdon.org.uk

25/03/2026

WE’RE BACK!

Only 6 shows left of ‘The Sweet Science of Bruising’.

25, 26, 27, 28 March at 7.45pm
Matinee performances on 28 and 29 March at 3pm.

£12 adults, £9 concessions (senior citizens, students, children and unemployed).

It’s a gripping, passionate piece of theatre set in the shadowy underworld of Victorian ladies boxing. A thrilling play about freedom - and how some women in history, literally had to fight for their lives to achieve it.

Our critic Ken Towl calls it ‘the latest must-see play... a first-rate production..’

Don’t miss it! Tickets at twcoulsdon.org.uk

23/03/2026

And the review is in! Ken Towl from Inside Croydon came on our opening night and he says 'This is a fast-moving play with no padding... Two hours on the emotional roller coaster.' It's not just about boxing. It's about heart, about believing in yourself, about reaching for your dreams when everyone says you can't or shouldn't. Get your tickets now, the next show is on Wednesday evening at 7.45pm, then through until Sunday's final matinee performance. Full details on our website www.twcoulsdon.org.uk https://insidecroydon.com/2026/03/23/bruising-drama-that-delivers-a-punch-against-the-patriarchy/

KEN TOWL goes 12 rounds with the latest must-see play to be staged at the Coulsdon Community Centre. Photos by STEVE NORTH Director Anya Destiney has not made things easy for herself. The Sweet Sci…

21/03/2026

It’s OPENING NIGHT!

After three months of hard work, we are so excited to finally bring ‘The Sweet Science of Bruising’ to the stage.
Our incredible cast, tech crew, and costume team have poured so much time and heart into this production, and now everything is nearly in place. The stage is being set, actors are warming up, sound is being tested and the lights are looking dramatic. All that is missing is you!

Not sure what to do after the sun sets? Fancy watching people fight (safely and stylishly)? Want a bit of drama mixed with some very tight corsets? Then come along and join us for what promises to be an absolute knockout of a show.

Tickets at twcoulsdon.org.uk