The nights might be drawing in, but Waterloo certainly isn’t slowing down. From live music and wine tastings to flowers, Fringe performances, open days and some seriously good theatre, there’s plenty happening across the neighbourhood this October.
The Fire Station Is Back
The wait is over! The Fire Station officially reopens on Thursday 1 October, with a launch party from 6pm.
Head down to see the transformation, grab a drink and welcome Waterloo’s newest local to the neighbourhood. Tickets are free but going fast, so book ahead.
Theatre This October
October is a big month for Waterloo’s stages.
At The Old Vic, Martin Guerre runs from 1–31 October, bringing the Olivier Award-winning musical back to London in a completely reimagined production.
From the creators of Les Misérables, this new version features new music, new lyrics, folk-inflected orchestrations and an In The Round staging directed by Matthew Warchus. The semi-staged preview performances run for five weeks only.
Meanwhile, over at the Young Vic, there’s still time to catch Thelma & Louise, with the new musical adaptation of the iconic story running until 24 October.
Live Music at The Stage Door
Start the month with a bit of live music at The Stage Door, where Moon Music Orchestra will be performing from 8pm on Friday 2 October.
Grab a drink and settle in for an evening of live music at this Waterloo favourite.
Tuesday Tastings at Unwined
Tuesday evenings mean wine at Unwined in Waterloo, with tastings taking place every Tuesday at 6.30pm.
The final round of tastings for the year will take you from Austria to South Africa, explore wines from some of the highest vineyards in the world and, later in the year, bring back Unwined’s winter walkaround.
Tickets are already selling quickly, so book ahead if you fancy joining them.
Get Creative at McQueens Flower School
Fancy getting creative this autumn? McQueens Flower School is running its 90-minute Floral Experience on multiple dates throughout October.
Working with seasonal stems, you’ll be guided by expert tutors to create your own hand-tied bouquet while learning about shape, balance, natural movement and flower care.
No experience is needed, refreshments and equipment are included, and you’ll take your finished bouquet home with you.
Discover Lambeth Fringe
Lambeth Fringe continues until 25 October, bringing grassroots theatre, comedy, cabaret and performing arts to venues across the borough.
Here in Waterloo, you can catch intimate and experimental performances at Lower Marsh Arts Club, alongside comedy, magic, improv and more at Vaulty Towers.
A great excuse to support independent performers and catch something a little different right on our doorstep.
Free Chamber Music at Morley College
Swap your usual lunch break for a little live music on 13 October, when Morley College hosts a free Chamber Music Recital.
Students from the Chamber Performers Group, coached by Petros Moschos, will perform in the Holst Room from 1.05–1.55pm.
Free live music on your lunch break? We’ll take it.
Explore Morley College
Also on 13 October, Morley College is opening its doors to prospective students.
Head along to explore what the college has to offer, find out more about its courses and get a feel for studying right here in Waterloo.
Southwark College Open Day
Thinking about your next step? Southwark College is hosting an Open Day on 14 October from 4.30–7pm.
Explore the facilities, discover the courses on offer, speak to lecturers and current students and get advice on making an application.
HR at the Bomb Factory! at Calder Bookshop
As part of Lambeth Fringe, Bombproof Theatre brings HR at the Bomb Factory! to Calder Bookshop on 17 October at 7.30pm.
The fast-paced satirical farce explores office logic and global violence, following a talkative clown who infiltrates a British arms manufacturer during an international law investigation.
Expect something a little different from your average evening on The Cut.
Whether you’re looking for something different after work, fancy getting creative, want to discover some brilliant grassroots performance or simply need an excuse for a glass of wine, there’s plenty to keep you busy in Waterloo this October.
