The London Borough of Bexley is set to welcome 2026 with a vibrant day of culture at Hall Place & Gardens on Saturday 10 January. As part of Bexley’s Night Visions programme, supported by Arts Council England, the event combines world-class musical theatre with interactive community art, celebrating light, creativity, and well-being.
The afternoon begins at 2pm in the historic Great Hall with Birdsong, the acclaimed choral group from Bird College. Known for their passion and precision in musical theatre, the students will bring the hall to life with an uplifting showcase. Tickets are £16.26 and include refreshments at the interval, offering a unique chance to enjoy high-quality music in a striking historic setting.
Alongside the concert, the Centrepieces Mental Health Arts Project will host a free Community Connection Day from 12pm to 5pm at the Lodge and East Lawn. Visitors of all ages can take part in creating three light-themed installations:
The Light We Share: a mural symbolising hope.
The Shifting Spectrum: a dynamic, illuminated sculpture reflecting the mental health spectrum.
The Dual Self Box: a reflective space for anonymous thoughts of light and dark.
As dusk falls, the artworks will be illuminated in “The Illumination”, transforming the gardens into a glowing sanctuary. Concert-goers can step from the Great Hall straight onto the East Lawn to experience the finished installations.
Whether you are seeking a sophisticated afternoon of song or a hands-on creative experience with family, Hall Place promises a memorable way to lift the January blues.
Night Visions is part of #CelebratingBexley, a year-long programme marking local milestones, including 60 years of the London Borough of Bexley, 500 years since the closure of Lesnes Abbey, and 160 years of Crossness Engines. The festival has been made possible through £100,000 of investment from Arts Council England and the Bexley Culture Network.
