Who we are

Stratford Circus is a contemporary performing arts venue in the cultural quarter of Stratford in East London.  It was designed by Levitt Bernstein, with the ambition to provide a regional centre of innovation in Newham to reflect the residents' cultures and communities whilst also filling a niche within the London-wide arts scene.

Managed by Newham Sixth Form College, the centre has hosted a varied programme of performances, events, workshops and education and training opportunities to the local community and broader audiences. Resident organisations include Circus Media, East London Dance, Urban Development, Theatre Venture, Newham Youth and Community Education Service and University of East London.  It is regarded as an innovative model of partnership working and has gained a reputation for inclusive and participatory arts practice and successful support and incubation for emerging creative entrepreneurs and artists in East London.

The centre has hosted numerous BBC Question Time debates, and played host to Tony Benn, Harry Hill, Jacqueline Wilson and Constance Briscoe book signings. 

Artists who have performed their work recently at Stratford Circus include Steven Berkoff, John Hegley, Omar and many more.