On Saturday 7 November 2026, Fairfield Halls in Croydon will welcome Jamaica Love to the Ashcroft Theatre for its final London performance of the 2026 season.

Nominated for Best Musical Production at the Black British Theatre Awards, the uplifting production celebrates the enduring legacy of Windrush through powerful storytelling, humour, and the unforgettable sounds of Jamaica.

Written and directed by Mervyn Weir, Jamaica Love explores themes of identity, resilience and community through a vibrant blend of theatre and live music. Audiences can look forward to performances from legendary vocalist John McLean, Celia Wickham-Anderson of Black Voices, and a sensational live band performing ska, rocksteady and reggae classics throughout the evening.

The production will also shine a spotlight on Croydon's rich cultural diversity, featuring participation from local Black and Caribbean community organisations such as the Windrush Generation Legacy Association. Strengthening its local connection even further, the show's music director is proudly Croydon-based, bringing a unique community perspective to a production that celebrates the lasting impact and influence of Jamaican culture across generations.

Mervyn Weir, Writer and Director of Jamaica Love, shared;

“Returning to the Ashcroft Theatre for the third year feels like coming home. Croydon audiences bring a warmth and energy that lifts the whole company, and the team at Fairfield Halls always makes us welcome, so there’s nowhere we’d rather close our 2026 season. Audiences will also enjoy a special guest appearance from Terence Wallen, the “New Cool Ruler”, who played Gregory Isaacs in The Cool Ruler: The Musical.”

As one of South London's leading cultural venues, Fairfield Halls is proud to champion a diverse programme of music, theatre and live entertainment. Home to resident orchestra London Mozart Players and resident theatre company Talawa Theatre Company, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, the venue continues to provide a platform for productions that reflect and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Croydon and beyond.

Since opening in 1962, Fairfield Halls has played a central role in Croydon's cultural event programme, welcoming generations of audiences for world-class music, theatre, comedy, dance and community events. Today, the venue continues to serve as a vibrant gathering place for local people while attracting audiences from across London and the South East.

Fairfield Halls is operated by registered charity and social enterprise BH Live in partnership with Croydon Council.

On behalf of Fairfield Halls, Nicola Coney, Entertainments and Events Manager, said:

"We are delighted to welcome Jamaica Love to Fairfield Halls for its final London performance of the 2026 season. We're committed to presenting a diverse and exciting programme that reflects the breadth of cultures, experiences and artistic talent found across Croydon, London and beyond, connecting communities through shared cultural experiences."

Tickets for Jamaica Love start from £36, with group discounts available for bookings of 10 or more.

More information about Fairfield Halls is online at fairfield.co.uk.

Notes to editors:
Newspage thumbnail courtesy of Mervyn Weir.