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You have been summoned to Reform School!Â
Internationally renowned satirical cartoonist, author and commentator Martin Rowson brings world events into sharp focus with his hysterical-yet-so-on-point visuals skewering the boasts and puff that characterise the chancers and characters that make us all groan. The Guardian cartoonist (and local resident) Martin Rowson does Brockley Max the great honour of hosting the world premiere of his brand-new show Reform School, helping us raise…
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Halloween Kids’ Ceilidh now sold out!Â
A huge thank you to the wonderful families across Brockley, Crofton Park and beyond – we have now sold out of tickets to tomorrow’s Halloween Kids’ Ceilidh at St Hilda’s Church Hall. It’s brilliant to see so many of you are up for the idea of a spooky dance! Massive thanks to the fantastic Box of…
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Cartoons, kids’ ceilidh and festive frolics: Brockley Max’s autumn events schedule
Brockley Max is delighted that renowned satirist and cartoonist Martin Rowson is once again hosting an evening of satirical scrawlings and historical horrors on our behalf. Reform School will take place on Tuesday 24 November upstairs at The Brookmill pub and will track the rise – and hopefully the downfall – of Nigel Farage through cartoons, along with brief explorations of Brexit and…
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Halloween fun with Brockley Max
The Brockley Max team had a lot of fun last autumn hosting fundraisers towards the cost of putting on the festival – so much so that we have decided to arrange some more! First up is a Halloween Kids’ Ceilidh on the afternoon of Saturday 31 October. We thought it was about time we put…
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Magnificent memories of Brockley MaxÂ
The two months since we wrapped up our 25th anniversary festival have flown by, yet we are still receiving photos and videos from some of the roughly 100 events that took place under the broad Brockley Max umbrella at the end of May and early June. Please do keep sending them in or sharing them with…
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Busk Stop this Saturday
Live Music & Free Family Fun: Busk Stop Comes to Lewisham Shopping Centre This Saturday! Looking for the perfect weekend plan? Head down to Lewisham Shopping Centre this Saturday for a vibrant day of live music, entertainment, and free activities for the whole family. On Saturday 30th May and Sunday 31st May, from 11am to…
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Street Art Takeover: Three New Murals Transforming Lewisham for Brockley Max
Street Art Takeover: Three New Murals Transforming Lewisham for Brockley Max The vibrant spirit of the annual Brockley Max festival is spilling across the borough in a wave of fresh paint. This year, three prominent public murals are being brought to life by local artists, offering distinct visual landmarks across Ladywell, Brockley, and central Lewisham.…
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Call to All Artists: It’s Time to Get Your Art on the Walls!
To celebrate our anniversary, “An Exhibition for Everyone” is a true community showcase where anyone can exhibit their work. ’36 Hours’ is a community showcase where anyone and everyone can exhibit their work. Whether you’re a professional painter, a weekend doodler, a photographer, or a crafty creator, this is your moment to shine! Throughout the…
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Caricature Workshop with The Guardian’s Martin Rowson
Sharpen your pencils and your wit! As part of the massive 25th Anniversary of the Brockley Max festival, the legendary Martin Rowson—one of the UK’s most acerbic and brilliant political cartoonists—is returning to lead an exclusive caricature workshop. Whether you’re a seasoned sketcher or haven’t picked up a pen since school, this is a rare…
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Buy A Raffle Ticket and support Brockley Max!
Every year our amazing local businesses donate raffle prizes, and this is one of our most important ways of raising money towards putting on Brockley Max — so please buy tickets and show your support for this fantastic community event. We’re updating the list regularly, but a huge thank you to all the local businesses…
