A college in Greenwich has opened a brand new theatre with an evening of stage performances and backstage tours.

London South East Colleges’ have officially opened their new Greenwich Little Theatre at their campus in Plumstead.

Over 80 guests were invited including Greenwich’s deputy Mayor Cllr Mick Hayes, who were given a glimpse into the world of the students.

Over 70 students took part in the event and together they performed extracts from The Woman in Black (a shadow puppet version), Sweeney Todd, Beautiful Burnout and The Little Shop of Horrors.

Lisa Stubbs, Assistant Principal at London South East Colleges, told of how the department launched a year ago with 58 students, however staff and student numbers have now doubled.

Lisa said: “Woolwich is fast becoming the new creative hub, and as the Production Corridor develops along the Thames riverfront from Southbank to Gravesend, it means we are perfectly placed to draw young talent from all around the south east.”

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