Took a long overdue look around @croydonfairfield today...with an impromptu tour courtesy of a charming security guard called Aaron. He was as excited as we were to have this (back) on our doorstep. 😀
The huge building houses multiple rooms and studios including the 1,800 capacity Phoenix Concert Hall, the 800 seat Ashcroft Playhouse and the 750 standing capacity Recreational space.
The brilliant and varied programme of events incorporates dance, music, theatre, comedy, talks and art. There are too many to highlight but a few that caught our eye include:
@lipfestcroydon, @danceumbrella, @boyblueent @friendsical, @oncemusical, @jools.holland.official and @shekukannehmason.
There are plenty of spaces for pre and post show drinks too, including the Arnhem Foyer, the Fairfield Lounge (with outdoor balcony) and the Terrace Bistro. And rumour has it you can pay £15 to upgrade your ticket to give you access to the lounge.🥂 Another brilliant addition to Croydon that will help raise our cultural credentials even further 👌
#EastCroydonCool #EastCroydon #Croydon #Cronx #TheCronx #London #SouthLondon #local #neighbourhood #community #arts #theatre #dance #TheArts #creative #culture #FairfieldHalls
In the chaos of @banksy fever, we somehow missed this excellent @lonelyplanet article by @lottiegross !
A great reminder to readers that street art has been “a thing” here long before Banksy arrived and that us locals have “long known about the virtues of this dynamic south London town”. Focusing on the area’s “glorious creative scene”, the piece includes shout outs to @artclubcroydon @risegallery @croydoncomposers and @croydonfairfield.
AND a mention of our very own #CroydonMugs (and the @croydonvstheworld merchandise collection). 🙌
Contemplating the future of Croydon, Lottie writes, “one thing’s for sure: creativity flows through this town, and regardless of what happens with the shops and tower blocks, it will continue to thrive through the locals long after Banksy’s store has closed down.” Preach. (Although to be clear, we bloody love that @banksy is here 😂). #EastCroydonCool #EastCroydon #Croydon #Cronx #TheCronx #London #SouthLondon #Local #neighbourhood #community #creative #Banksy #GrossDomesticProduct #LonelyPlanet
