Join us for a special Lawrence Batley Theatre festive celebration!
We had such fun last time we’re doing it again! Learn songs from across our many cultures – then join your voice with others to fill our Courtyard with midwinter joy on 13th December. We will finish with a big sing of some classic carols. Mulled wine, mince pies and lots of sparkle guaranteed!
All songs will be taught by ear so no need to read music or have any previous experience – passion and enthusiasm is all you need!
Workshops
Each session will cover different skills and techniques, so you can join us for just one of the sessions or for as many as you like!
£5 each or 3 for £12 – all proceeds to Lawrence Batley Theatre’s Christmas Heroes – support us to bring hundreds of local children and their families to experience the joy of theatre this festive season.
Dates
Tue 25 November 2025 - Tue 9 Dec 2025
Space
Cellar Theatre
Tickets
£5.00
Duration
90 minutes
Age guidance
18+
Schedule
Tue 25 November
Song Geet South Asian Women’s Choir will teach you a festive song from their unique culture.
Song Geet was born after International Women's Day 2022. It grew out of the women’s shared memories of singing traditional songs with their mothers and wanting to share that with others. Song Geet’s mission is to combine the enjoyment of singing with building the confidence and visibility of South Asian women and to share their culture with everyone.
Tue 2 December
Natalia Mirkun of the Ukrainian British Friendship Group will teach you a traditional Ukrainian winter song.
Natalia was a singer, dancer and actress in her native Ukraine where she worked extensively including with Doctor Alban. Since arriving in the UK she founded and leads the Ukrainian British Friendship Group who meet and perform at the Lawrence Batley Theatre. Natalia is also involved in creative projects including singing in Dear Sunflowers based on the life of Ukrainian artist Maria Prymachenko.
Tue 9 December
Jenny Goodman and Far Cry Acapella
Learn a winter song from the British folk tradition with Far Cry Acapella and their Musical Director and our Head of Participation, Jenny Goodman
Far Cry Acapella are a mixed voice acapella performance group who sing harmony songs from folk traditions all over the world. Their leader, Jenny Goodman, is a singer, choir leader, performer and songwriter with over 30 years’ experience. She believes singing is for everyone and is inspired by bringing people together across cultures to join their voices together.
Sat 13 December
Rehearsal at 2pm ahead of the Big Sing performance at 4.30pm.
