East London's Stratford Circus Arts Centre presents an autumn season from home–grown and international artists, the first programme put together by the venue's head of programming Ashlie Nelson and artistic director Tania Wilmer.
Theatre productions include a showcase of work by local writers with stories relevant to East London communities, Muvvahood and Bubble Schmeisis, and a new musical suitable for children with Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties.
The touring productions of Hamlet from Black Theatre Live and Frantic Assembly’s Ignition also visit the venue.
Amongst the circus highlights are the UK première of Swedish circus company Magmanus's Attached and NoFit State Circus's outdoor performance at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, whilst the programme for young audiences includes Upswing’s Bedtime Stories and Room on the Broom.
Stratford Circus Arts Centre continues to work with local charities its in its Full Hearts Full Tummies campaign which sees 600 £1 tickets and hot meals during Christmas show Breaking the Ice providing disadvantaged children and families with an opportunity to enjoy seasonal theatre fun.