Across boroughs and neighbourhoods, venues like Orchard West, Churchill Theatre, South London Theatre, Southwark Playhouse and The Albany are thriving. They offer everything from blockbuster touring musicals and cult classics to community plays and cutting‑edge new writing. The Orchard Theatre is set to reopen on Saturday, December 12, in time for the family Christmas pantomime, Cinderella. South London Theatre - the community stage in West NorwoodAt the heart of West Norwood, South London Theatre is a true local gem. The Albany Deptford - South east London’s arts catalystDeptford’s Albany is far more than a theatre, it’s a cultural centre, community hub and performance incubator.