The Deep Blue Sea

By Terence Rattigan, Directed by Roger Beaumont

Tuesday 11 - Saturday 15 November 19:45 with afternoon matinee at 15:00 on Saturday 15 November.

Putney Arts Theatre - Main Stage

About the play:

“To see yourself as the world sees you may be very brave, but it can also be very foolish. To love with one's eyes open sometimes makes life very difficult"

A dingy flat in Ladbroke Grove, West London, 1952. Hester Collyer’s life is in turmoil. She has gambled her life – her home, her status, her marriage to a High Court judge – to pursue a relationship with dashing ex-fighter pilot, Freddie. But it seems she has lost.

Left emotionally stranded, she can't see a way forward and going back is unbearable. She is stuck between the devil and the deep blue sea. As a single day unravels, she must stare into the abyss – and with help from an unexpected quarter, try to find a new way of living.

Terence Rattigan's exquisitely crafted masterpiece about unequal desire burns with loss and longing. 

This amateur production of “The Deep Blue Sea” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

UPLIFT FESTIVAL 

18th-22nd November 2025 

Uplift Festival is an exciting new youth theatre and performance festival created by and for young people across the borough of Wandsworth. This dynamic celebration will feature performances, engaging workshops, and a range of events inspired by the ideas and passions of young people, alongside the thrilling culmination of the Group 64 and Theatre503’s Playwriting Competition

Launching our debut festival as part of the London Borough of Culture is an incredible opportunity to showcase the creativity, energy, and talent of the young people in our community. Uplift is more than a festival—it's a platform for youth voices to be heard, celebrated, and uplifted.

Who is the festival for: The Uplift Festival is for all young people aged 14-19, who live, go to school or go to community groups in Wandsworth. (If you are slightly out the age range you are still very welcome)

Is there a cost: Most events have tickets, however all tickets are available on a ‘pay what you can’ scale this can be anything from £0 upwards. If possible please book in advance as there is a limited availability for all events. 

How do I book?

Please see the link on each page to book specific events or click through to each day below:

Tuesday 18th November - Creative Careers

Wednesday 19th November - Happimess

Wednesday 19th & Thursday 20th November - Young Directors: The Effect

Thursday 20th November - Focus on Acting and Directing

Friday 21st November - Make a Scene

Saturday 22nd November - Playwrighting Competition - Uplifting Voices

UPLIFT FESTIVAL Presents: Creative  Careers                  Tuesday 18th November

An exciting evening for young people across Wandsworth to be inspired by the many possibilities of a creative career.

At this event, you will:

• Discover a wide range of career paths within the arts and creative industries 

• Hear directly from industry professionals

• Gain practical tips and advice

• Network with organisations and creatives

  This event includes:

  5.30pm – 6.30pm  : 1-to-1 “drop in” clinic – young people can have a session with a creative professional talking through their career options

  6.30pm- 7.30pm : Interactive Careers Panel / Q&A

Whether you are curious about your first step or already dreaming big, if you’ve ever considered a career in the arts this event is for you! One ticket will cover both events. 

All tickets are PWYC and no-one will be turned away for lack of funds.

UPLIFT Festival Presents: The Effect by Young Directors

  wednesday 19th & Thursday 20th November

Experience a bold new take on Lucy Prebble’s The Effect, brought to life by our talented Young Directors and cast. This powerful performance explores love, science, and the limits of emotion — all through fresh, emerging voices in theatre.

Stay after the show on Thursday 20th 2025for a Q&A with the Director and Cast, and get a behind-the-scenes look at their creative process.

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**Photography and videography will be taking place at this event and may be used for social media/marketing, if you do not wish to have your photo taken please let us know when you arrive at the event.**

UPLIFT Festival Presents: HAPPIMESS Creative Crafts          

Wednesday 19th November

Join us for a joyful evening of theatre craft, centred around the theme of happiness. This hands-on event is designed to explore your creativity, learn new skills, and - yes - make a bit of a mess along the way!

Workshops include: Costume design, mask making, puppetry making and manipulation and much more!

This evening includes:

5.00pm -6.30pm Drop in Mess Making (no ticket needed)

6.30pm -7.30pm Puppetry Making and Manipulation (from War Horse Puppeteer Alex Donnachie)

6.30pm - 7.30pm  Costume Design

Please note you must book a space on each event you wish to attend. Make sure to double check that you have the correct tickets in your basket before confirming payment.

Everyone who attends this event gets a free ticket to the Young Directors Showcase performance of The Effect at 7.45pm. If you would like to book a ticket come to The Effect, please see the dedicated page on our website.

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**Photography and videography will be taking place at this event and may be used for social media/marketing, if you do not wish to have your photo taken please let us know via  when you arrive at the event.**

When booking for this event please book per workshop. You can do this by choosing the time in the calendar, if there are multiple events at the same time you will be able to see which workshop you have clicked on the time. If you attend an early workshop and wish to stay for the evening event you are welcome to depending on capacity.

UPLIFT Festival Presents: Focus on Acting and Directing                

Thursday 20th November

The Young Directors Showcase is an evening dedicated to exploring what it means to be a director - and to be directed - across both stage and screen. The event includes a range of engaging workshops, from directing techniques to acting for screen, offering young creatives the chance to develop practical skills and gain insight into the collaborative process. 

The evening culminates in a final performance directed by the Young Directors themselves, followed by a panel discussion featuring the show's director, cast, and a professional industry guest.

This evening includes:

5.30-6.30pm Acting for Screen – with actor Gabriel Howell (Netflix thriller Bodies 2023, How to train a Dragon 2025)

6.30-7.30pm Directing Workshop with a Professional Director (director tbc)

7.45pm Young Directors Performance followed by a Q and A with The Director and The Cast

Please note you must book a space on each event you wish to attend. Make sure to double check that you have the correct tickets in your basket before confirming payment.

Everyone who attends this event gets a free ticket to the Young Directors Showcase performance of The Effect at 7.45pm. If you would like to book a ticket come to The Effect, please see the dedicated page on our website.

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When booking for this event please book per workshop. You can do this by choosing the time in the calendar, if there are multiple events at the same time you will be able to see which workshop you have clicked on the time. If you attend an early workshop and wish to stay for the evening event you are welcome to depending on capacity.

**Photography and videography will be taking place at this event and may be used for social media/marketing, if you do not wish to have your photo taken please let us know when you arrive at the event.**

UPLIFT Festival Presents: Make a Scene, a celebration of joy and uniqueness               Friday 21st November

UPLIFT Festival cordially invites you to Make a Scene. Tonight, we welcome you to Putney Arts Theatre… with a twist. Enter the space to become whoever you want to be and celebrate your uniqueness. This will be a party like no other, there will be costumes, there will be music and this will be an extravaganza! 

Come and join us for workshops that have been specially picked to bring you out ya shell!

What's on:

6.30pm-8.00pm: Diva Workshop

6.30pm-8.00pm: Drag MakeUp Demonstration and workshop with drag performer Douglas Dare

6.30pm-8.00pm: Singing and Performance Workshop 'Being Uniquely You'

8.00pm-9.30pm: Diva Disco with DJ

A ticket to this event means you will get a ticket to the disco, or you can just come along at 8pm for a dance! All tickets are PWYC and no-one will be turned away for lack of funds.

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When booking for this event please book per workshop. You can do this by choosing the time in the calendar, if there are multiple events at the same time you will be able to see which workshop you have clicked on the time. If you attend an early workshop and wish to stay for the evening event you are welcome to depending on capacity.

**Photography and videography will be taking place at this event and may be used for social media/marketing, if you do not wish to have your photo taken please let us know when you arrive at the event.**

UPLIFT Festival Presents: Playwriting Competition - Uplifting Voices                 

saturday 22nd November

The final day of UPLIFT Festival will be the culmination of our Playwriting competition with Theatre503. Come down to celebrate the Young Playwrights, there will be snippets from 9 plays written by young people followed by two full length plays by the Playwright winners. 

All tickets are PWYC and no-one will be turned away for lack of funds.

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When booking for this event please book per workshop. You can do this by choosing the time in the calendar, if there are multiple events at the same time you will be able to see which workshop you have clicked on the time. If you attend an early workshop and wish to stay for the evening event you are welcome to depending on capacity.

**Photography and videography will be taking place at this event and may be used for social media/marketing, if you do not wish to have your photo taken please let us know  when you arrive at the event.**

 The Railway Children

Thursday 4th December - Saturday 6th December at 7.30pm with a Saturday matinee at 1.30pm

The Railway Children By E. Nesbit, Adapted for the stage by Mike Kenny Performed by G64 Members aged 8–18

When their father is mysteriously taken away, Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are uprooted to the countryside, where they discover adventure, friendship, and the magic of the railway.

Mike Kenny’s joyful adaptation of E. Nesbit’s much-loved classic is a heartwarming tale of resilience, bravery, and hope—brought to life by the talented young performers of Group 64.

Join us for a journey full of steam, spirit, and storytelling

Peter Pan-to

By Putney Theatre Company Writers, Directed by Megan Good & Ian Wainwright

Thursday 11th - Sunday 21st December 19:45 with afternoon matinees at 15:00 on Saturday and Sunday 13 , 14, 20, 21 December.

Putney Arts Theatre - Main Stage

Second star to the right and straight on to the theatre!

Peter Pan-to – Magic, Mayhem & Merriment Guaranteed!Join Peter Pan, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys as they soar into Neverland this festive season for a pantomime packed with laughter, adventure, and audience participation galore.

But beware! Captain Hook and his pesky pirates are up to no good, and with a ticking crocodile hot on his heels, the stage is set for a battle of good versus mischief!

This is Peter Pan as you’ve never seen it before – bursting with catchy songs, hilarious hijinks, magical moments, and plenty of “Oh no he isn’t!” fun. It’s a festive treat for the whole family – perfect for kids, grown-ups, and everyone who refuses to grow up.

Adventure awaits this Christmas…

This amateur production of “Peter Pan” is presented by arrangement with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity and Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk

New Writing Showcase 

By the Putney Playwrights

Tuesday 13 - Saturday 17 January 2026

Matinee at 15:00 on Saturday 17 January

Putney Arts Theatre - Studio

PTC’s resident writers’ group, the Putney Playwrights, presents the premiere of six new plays, by turns hilarious and haunting, passionate and preposterous.

About the plays:

The Apology

By Roger Blitz

Mary - Carmina Cordelia

Terry - Tom Marchant

Jean - Elsie Tierney

Gary - Bríon O’Sullivan

When a seemingly trivial incident drives a wedge between four friends, the fallout becomes an absurd comedy of pride, guilt, and grammar. The Apology explores the hilarious and painful complexity of saying “sorry” and meaning it.

Swipe

By Ris Dabrowa

Kate - Helen Wieland

Jeremy - Elliott Fenn

At a lonely London bus stop, two strangers clash and connect through banter, irritation, and unexpected honesty. Swipe is a funny and tender two-hander about connection, authenticity, and what it means to “swipe away” our troubles.

Whimper

By Megan Good

Ivy - Louise Bradshaw

A teenage girl writes a letter to her mother — one filled with memories, confessions, and the quiet ache of wanting to be understood. Whimper is a darkly funny and painfully honest exploration of guilt, adolescence, and the things we never manage to say.

Are We Happy?

By Peter Singer

Patient - Sarah Kitchen

Doctor - Shinata Patel

Assistant - Carol Hudson

In a sterile surgery, a routine consultation spirals into absurdity as a patient tries to express his unravelling sense of self to a doctor who isn’t really listening. Are We Happy? is a bleakly comic three-hander about the failure of communication, the limits of empathy, and the quiet horror of modern existence.

The Unbelievable Grey Man

By Mike Tierney

Boy - Mayte Horn Montoya

A young boy recounts the night a man fell out of his television. The Unbelievable Grey Man is a surreal, funny, and haunting glimpse of what happens when fiction breaks through into reality.

The Thing That Follows You Home

By Robert Wallis

Speaker - Julia Blyth

When is a ghost story not a ghost story? The Thing That Follows You Home is a chilling meditation on theatre, creation, the power—and danger—of imagination.