I had the pleasure of returning to Blackheath Halls today for a meeting to discuss funding, and the huge amount of work done in partnership with the local community.  I originally visited in the Summer when I attended the Community Opera, a great occasion that brought together children from a number of local schools on stage with professional and amateur opera performers.  Today I popped in to hear the final rehearsals for a performance of The Turn of the Seasons, performed by children from local schools.  Their singing - and behaviour - was fantastic!

Although the Halls receives some funding from both Greenwich and Lewisham Councils, most of their income is from concerts and hire fees and the generosity of supporters.  This is a fantastic facility in the heart of the local community.  If you've yet to visit, do so soon!