Spectacular and lavish, the annual pantomime at the Churchill Theatre, The Beauty and the Beast, provides a memorable end to the year (and start to 2026, as it runs until 4th January). Episode 264 of the Bromley Buzz podcast was recorded at the press night of the show, and features TV’s Hi-De-Hi great Su Pollard (asContinueContinue reading “Beauty and the Beast: A Grand Night Out”
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A Tour de Hearse: Murder At Midnight
A Tour de Force is defined as an achievement or performance that shows great skill and attracts admiration. Given the dark humour of Murder at Midnight, playing at Bromley’s Churchill Theatre from 26-29 November, tickets here, this comedy thriller is more a Tour de Hearse, with the iconic vehicle clearly parked outside ready for aContinueContinue reading “A Tour de Hearse: Murder At Midnight”
Tastes of Bromley: the Shampan experience
The Bromley Buzz team loves having a good time, whether that means food and drink, theatre, nature, historic and iconic locations, or simply being around some of Bromley’s positive people. We know that Bromley has some excellent places to dine in or for takeout food and drink. Just check out our Instagram to see imagesContinueContinue reading “Tastes of Bromley: the Shampan experience”
Rocky Horror Show: Frankly Bonkers
The Rocky Horror Show was ahead of its time on release, and even now, remains ahead of its time, as it is comfortable, even loud and proud about, so much that could make audiences of any era wince. It’s massive achievement beyond that has been to achieve fanatical following that adores the show and dressesContinueContinue reading “Rocky Horror Show: Frankly Bonkers”
Welcoming Cllr Dr David Jefferys, Mayor of Bromley
We will miss the Mayor’s Parlour in the Bishop’s Palace in the about-to-be former Civic Centre in Bromley. We have now interviewed three Mayors of Bromley in the Palace – Cllr Hannah Gray, Cllr Mike Botting, and now Cllr Dr David Jefferys, plus Cllr Russell Mellor, in another location. On 21st June, we – DarrenContinueContinue reading “Welcoming Cllr Dr David Jefferys, Mayor of Bromley”
Hello Happiness: The Drifters Girl Musical
A perfect blend of music, story, and showmanship, The Drifters Girl: A New Musical is a fitting tribute to a remarkable woman and a remarkable band. It runs at the Churchill Theatre until 27th April, tickets here. The Drifters Girl Production Photos 22nd September 2023 Norwich Theatre Royal EMG Ents ©The Other Richard The Drifters,ContinueContinue reading “Hello Happiness: The Drifters Girl Musical”
Jesus Christ Superstar: Effervescence
The new production of the musical Jesus Christ Superstar now on at Bromley’s Churchill Theatre until 2nd March sparkles!. Hence the use of the word ‘effervescence’ in the post title, prompted by our post-show summary of the audience reaction: absolutely bubbling. Or perhaps, this being the Bromley Buzz, absolutely buzzing. What also impressed is thatContinueContinue reading “Jesus Christ Superstar: Effervescence”
Dennis of Penge – God of Ecstasy
As soon as Dennis of Penge at the Bridge House Theatre in Penge was announced, I was eager to see this play and had to get Bromley Buzz co-presenter Darren to come along; even more so, as a friend of ours (Trevor Davis, as Clovis) was acting in this show. Dennis of Penge is inspiredContinueContinue reading “Dennis of Penge – God of Ecstasy”
The Merchant Of Venice 1936: Wow
We used the word ‘tremendous’ on our Instagram to describe the new production of ‘The Merchant Of Venice’ with ‘1936’ added to the title, running at Bromley’s Churchill Theatre until 28th October, tickets here. On further reflection, the word ‘Wow’ is even better. A longer summary might be that this is a play that, forContinueContinue reading “The Merchant Of Venice 1936: Wow”
New sponsor for the Bromley Buzz!
Ian ‘live on air’ on the Business Bunker show The Bromley Buzz has a new sponsor, Orpington-based estate agent Ian Wood of Ian Wood Property, who can also be found on the Nested website: https://nested.com/orpington. We work with sponsors who share our values. The Bromley Buzz is a positive, community podcast, and Ian is aContinueContinue reading “New sponsor for the Bromley Buzz!”