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We’re delighted to share that Robert Hyman has also been nominated for a Fringe Theatre Award in the category of Family Panto (Music).
Pantomime holds a very special place in British theatre. It’s fast-paced, joyful, full of heart, and completely dependent on music that lifts the story, supports the comedy and keeps audiences of all ages engaged. To be recognised specifically for music in a family panto is a huge honour.
Family pantomime is no small task. It demands energy, versatility, humour and heart – all wrapped up in a score that works just as brilliantly for a five-year-old as it does for their grandparents. This nomination celebrates the creativity and craft behind that work.
We are incredibly proud to see Robert’s musical talent acknowledged again!
Congratulations, Robert. What an amazing achievement!
We are absolutely thrilled to share that Robert Hyman has been nominated for an Offie Award 2026 for Sound and Music for Mama Goose at the iconic Theatre Royal Stratford East.
To be recognised by the Off West End Awards (affectionately known as the “Offies”) is a real honour within the theatre industry. These awards celebrate the very best of London’s Off-West End theatre – shining a light on creativity, innovation and outstanding artistry.
Mama Goose was a bold, energetic and musically rich production, and Robert’s work helped bring the whole world of the show to life. From the atmosphere created in the opening moments to the final bows, the sound and music were at the heart of the storytelling.
We’re incredibly proud to see his talent recognised on such a respected platform. Congratulations, Robert — what an achievement!
Mama Goose 2025/2026
Join local lass Mama Goose and her magical golden-egg-laying goose in Stratford this holiday season!
Will Mama Goose be able to resist the temptations of fame and fortune, or will she learn that the best things in life are free?
Stratford East pantos are famous for tearing up the rulebook and telling classic stories with a special East London twist. Round up your friends and family and join us for a reimagined telling of the fairy tale classic.
Book now—before tickets fly away!
Theatre Royal Stratford East also received a Special Achievement Award for ‘their continued innovative and inclusive practice in the field of pantomime’.
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‘With an enticingly catchy original score by Stratford legend Robert Hyman…Hyman’s diverse score draws on gospel, pop, R&B and broadway”
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“Redoubtable composer Robert Hyman is still present and correct, offering a fizzy electropop backdrop to the original songs
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“The original music by Stratford East Stalwart Robert Hyman brings an extra special dimension to the show as the cast rejoice in the upbeat revelry”
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Joan: A Musical
A dynamic one-woman original musical celebrating the life and legacy of Joan Littlewood, the maverick theatre director who revolutionised British theatre and was the former Artistic Director at Stratford East from 1953 – 1974.
Through a vibrant blend of original songs, storytelling, and humour, JOAN: A MUSICAL brings to life Littlewood’s radical vision, fierce wit, and lasting impact on the stage. Playful, and full of heart, this intimate musical tribute captures the spirit of a true theatrical trailblazer. This brand new musical has been commissioned as part of our 140th anniversary celebrations.
Theatre Royal Stratford East also received a Special Achievement Award for ‘their continued innovative and inclusive practice in the field of pantomime’.
In recent years, TRSE’s panto has been one of London’s most unpredictable seasonal shows, with composer Robert Hyman’s electro-poppy songs a constant but the writer changing annually, often to wild effect. This year, however, marks a return for Trish Cooke, who has written some of the finest TRSE pantos of the last 20 years, including the Olivier-nominated ‘Cinderella’ from 2008. ‘Pinocchio’ is not a traditional panto choice, but then the best of Cooke’s works have always transcended seasonal cliches and worked out as loopy, spirited plays in their own right. We don’t know a huge amount about Omar F Okai’s production, but it sounds like the story is pretty familiar, with Blue Rinse Fairy and Krik Krak the cricket trying to keep Pinocchio on the straight and narrow as he embarks on his journey to become a real boy.
- Theatre Royal Stratford East
- Gerry Raffles Square
- Stratford
- London
- E15 1BN
The Letchworth City Chorus captivated audiences with their enchanting Summer Concert, All About Time!
This musical journey explored the timeless moments of our lives—from past to present to future, Spring, Summer Autumn and Winter—with a rich blend of classic and contemporary songs.
Audiences enjoyed powerful harmonies, heartfelt solos, and engaging performances that captured the essence of time’s passing and its memorable impact on us all. It was a unique concert experience, filled with energy and emotion, leaving everyone reflecting on the moments that shape us.
