Croydonites festival returns with comedy, theatre and film
The 11th edition of the festival will feature events across central Croydon and South Norwood.
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The 11th edition of the Croydonites festival is set to take place from 4 November to 21 November 2026, featuring a diverse programme of performances. Venues across central Croydon and South Norwood will host events encompassing comedy, theatre, film, and more.
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Among the scheduled events is 'Turn Your F*cking Phones Off', by Hannah Maxwell, which will be presented at The Front Room on 4 November. The performance is described as a potential theatre show, an interactive mixed-media piece of performance art, or a town hall meeting at the end of the world.
Rosa Garland's clowning performance, 'Primal Bog', is scheduled for 5 November in the Society Room at Stanley Arts. This show promises lip syncs, storytelling, and lesbian slime wrestling, aiming to explore hidden desires.
On 11 November, The Front Room will host 'Man or Bear', starring Katie Hurley and Sarah Hehir. This piece combines kitchen-sink drama with movement and music, drawing inspiration from the question of whether one would rather be alone in the woods with a man or a bear, and examines women's shared stories and friendships.
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Also at Stanley Arts, in the Society Room, James Rowland's 'Team Viking' will be performed on 12 November. The show recounts Rowland's experience arranging a Viking funeral for his best friend, described as a comic ode to death, friendship, and life's absurdities.
Film enthusiasts can attend 'Redux: Heads of State' at the David Lean Cinema on 14 November. This event, led by Richard Dedomenici, includes a tour of 'Crollywood' filming locations around Croydon, followed by a premiere of 'Heads of State: Redux', a remake of a recent Netflix action film shot locally with volunteers.
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+When is the Croydonites festival taking place?
The 11th edition of the Croydonites festival is scheduled to run from 4 November to 21 November 2026. The festival will feature a variety of performances across different venues.
+Where will the festival events be held?
Events for the Croydonites festival will be held at various venues located in central Croydon and South Norwood. Specific performances are listed at locations such as The Front Room and Stanley Arts.
+What types of performances can people expect at the festival?
The festival programme includes a medley of comedy, clowning, theatre, and film. Specific shows mentioned are 'Turn Your F*cking Phones Off', 'Primal Bog', 'Man or Bear', 'Team Viking', and 'Redux: Heads of State'.
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