MY YEAR 2026
We asked Trafalgar colleagues to tell us what they’re most looking forward to in 2026.
Charles Hewlitt, Venue Administrator, Fareham Live
Something I’m looking forward to is mine and my partner’s holiday to Greece in June! It would be our first time visiting the country so we’re very excited for the sunny weather – unlike down here in Fareham!
David Breen, FOH Deputy Manager, Palace Theatre Southend
I am excited about helping to produce the tap-tastic musical 42nd Street at The Palace Theatre Westcliff.
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Robyn Hayes, Events Manager, Fareham Live
I’m looking forward to The Shawshank Redemption coming to Fareham Live, because ten years ago, I took the show out on Tour with Ben (Red), and one of my other friends from a show in 2019 is in the cast so I will be able to see him too! But it’s also a great show.
Kiaran Hall, Creative Learning Manager, Churchill Theatre Bromley
This year, I’m really looking forward to seeing Cynthia Ervio in Dracula and Chris Pine in Ivanov!
Rebecca Goacher, Front of House Team Leader and Duty Manager, Churchill Theatre Bromley
2026 is looking like a massive year for me. I’m finally finishing my biology degree, which feels like a huge weight off my shoulders after all those hours studying. To celebrate, I’m heading to Rhodes for a holiday – I’m definitely ready to swap my textbooks for a beach and some Greek sun.
I’ve also got a pretty busy schedule for shows. I’m seeing Deftones and Florence and the Machine (left), which I’ve been wanting to do for ages. Plus, I’m squeezing in some theatre with Cabaret and Jesus Christ Superstar. It’s going to be lovely to have some time for myself once Uni is out of the way.
Sean Callison, Box Office Receptionist, Fareham Live
I’m most looking forward to my wedding this year! (I feel it would be wrong of me to say anything else ) I met Lucy at a local amateur theatre and soon our love for performing transformed into love for each other.
Charlotte Ellis and Mark Williams, Guest Experience Team Members, Fareham Live
Charlotte and Mark met at Fareham Live, and on New Years Eve, Mark popped the big question to Charlotte. The Fareham Team are thrilled for them, and this will be the first ever Fareham Live wedding!
Kay Hadley, VME, Orchard Theatre Dartford
In 2026, I am training to complete the Spartan Race Trifecta – finishing all 3 obstacle courses – 5k in May, 10k in July and 21k in September.
The 21k will be an especially huge challenge from me, as I’ve only ever run 10k before.
Throughout the year, I’ll be racing to raise funds for a family run animal sanctuary, owned by friends of mine.
Noo Beginnings is based in Faversham and offers a safe home for pigs, sheep, goats, turkeys, chicken and dogs. It takes a lot of work and resources to keep the sanctuary running all year round, so I’ll be launching my ‘Sanctuary Spartan’ fundraiser later in February!
Charlotte Plummer, Box Office and Stage Door Assistant, Fareham Live
Continuing with the engagement theme, another of our Charlottes got engaged over the festive season to her lovely boyfriend, now fiancé, Will. We all wish both couples every ounce of happiness for their lives together.
