About the Show
Sharing true life stories of refugees and migrants in South London through theatre, spoken word and music.
In 2024 & 2025, as part of Refugee Week, Sydenham-based theatre company Spontaneous Productions staged HOME FROM HOME and NO PLACE LIKE HOME – two events celebrating Lewisham becoming the first Borough of Sanctuary. Through music and spoken word we shared true life stories written and performed by refugees who had made their home in the borough. Both were highly acclaimed and sell-out performances.
Photos from previous ALWFH shows by Mark Drinkwater
Now with support from Lewisham’s NCIL fund, and assisted by Compass Collective, we have invited a wide range of participants to share their stories, through theatre, spoken word and music – culminating in two performances: at The Sydenham Centre on Fri 19 June and at Dragonfly Yoga Studio Sydenham on Saturday 20 June.
Through a series of creative workshops, led by experienced theatre makers Sophie Robinson and Massi Safa, those taking part have been given the opportunity to give voice to their experiences, challenging expectations, developing their writing and performance skills, and sharing their incredible stories of resilence, change and hope.
Featuring a performance from Zimbabwean poet Sheila Rupande and supported by professional performers, A Long Way from Home will bring true stories to vivid life, reminding us of our shared values and the importance of connection in an increasingly fragile world.
Part of Refugee Week 14-21 June 2026
Please note the show includes adult themes and is not suitable for young children.
Show Details
Show: Friday 19 June 2026 – Saturday 20 June 2026, 7.30PM
Suitable for adults and older children
Tickets: £15 standard price, £20 pay a little more, £10 pay a little less
Location:
(Fri 19) UPSTAIRS AT THE SYDENHAM CENTRE, 44a Sydenham Rd, London SE26 5QX
(Sat 20) DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIO SYDENHAM, 22a-24 Sydenham Rd, London SE26 5QW
The Credits
- Co-directed by Jonathan Kaufman and Massi Safa
- Creative facilitators Sophie Robinson and Massi Safa
- Produced by Jonathan Kaufman
- Associate producer Jackie Poulett
The Audience Reviews
What audiences said about our previous events Home from Home and No Place Like Home:
- “Thought provoking event with refugees sharing their lives and culture through song, music and poetry. Made us all think about what home really means.”
- “Terrific! So much energy and insight”
- “Courageous. Wonderful. An inspiring evening, thank you”
- “It was magical and inspiring. What a generation of amazing people.”
- “What a production, and brilliant spontaneous performances. It was a unique evening and memorable for its joyfulness”
- “It was so beautiful and moving”
The Sponsors
Main sponsor Property World
Sponsors Woodfall Opticians, Sydenham Society, Billings, Fresh & Fruity, Outback Salon, Wearabouts Clothing, Saka Maka, Trattoria Raffaele
Supporters Postcode Society Trust, Lewisham Council, Ignition Brewery
Show Details
Show: Friday 19 June 2026 – Saturday 20 June 2026, 7.30PM
Suitable for adults and older children
Tickets: £15 standard price, £20 pay a little more, £10 pay a little less
Location:
(Fri 19) UPSTAIRS AT THE SYDENHAM CENTRE, 44a Sydenham Rd, London SE26 5QX
(Sat 20) DRAGONFLY YOGA STUDIO SYDENHAM, 22a-24 Sydenham Rd, London SE26 5QW
About the Show
Sharing true life stories of refugees and migrants in South London through theatre, spoken word and music.
In 2024 & 2025, as part of Refugee Week, Sydenham-based theatre company Spontaneous Productions staged HOME FROM HOME and NO PLACE LIKE HOME – two events celebrating Lewisham becoming the first Borough of Sanctuary. Through music and spoken word we shared true life stories written and performed by refugees who had made their home in the borough. Both were highly acclaimed and sell-out performances.
Photos from previous ALWFH shows by Mark Drinkwater
Now with support from Lewisham’s NCIL fund, and assisted by Compass Collective, we have invited a wide range of participants to share their stories, through theatre, spoken word and music – culminating in two performances: at The Sydenham Centre on Fri 19 June and at Dragonfly Yoga Studio Sydenham on Saturday 20 June.
Through a series of creative workshops, led by experienced theatre makers Sophie Robinson and Massi Safa, those taking part have been given the opportunity to give voice to their experiences, challenging expectations, developing their writing and performance skills, and sharing their incredible stories of resilence, change and hope.
Featuring a performance from Zimbabwean poet Sheila Rupande and supported by professional performers, A Long Way from Home will bring true stories to vivid life, reminding us of our shared values and the importance of connection in an increasingly fragile world.
Part of Refugee Week 14-21 June 2026
Please note the show includes adult themes and is not suitable for young children.
The Credits
- Co-directed by Jonathan Kaufman and Massi Safa
- Creative facilitators Sophie Robinson and Massi Safa
- Produced by Jonathan Kaufman
- Associate producer Jackie Poulett
The Audience Reviews
What audiences said about our previous events Home from Home and No Place Like Home:
- “Thought provoking event with refugees sharing their lives and culture through song, music and poetry. Made us all think about what home really means.”
- “Terrific! So much energy and insight”
- “Courageous. Wonderful. An inspiring evening, thank you”
- “It was magical and inspiring. What a generation of amazing people.”
- “What a production, and brilliant spontaneous performances. It was a unique evening and memorable for its joyfulness”
- “It was so beautiful and moving”
The Sponsors
Main sponsor Property World
Sponsors Woodfall Opticians, Sydenham Society, Billings, Fresh & Fruity, Outback Salon, Wearabouts Clothing, Saka Maka, Trattoria Raffaele
Supporters Postcode Society Trust, Lewisham Council, Ignition Brewery