A long time ago in a deep dark wood,Lived a brave strong lad who loved Grandma’s pud,And his name was Little Red Robin Hood. Garlic Theatre present a merry mix up in the forest with their Little Red Riding Hood Puppet Theatre at Shaw House on Thursday 25 October at 2pm. When Little Red Riding […]
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Sam Carter to perform at Arlington Arts Centre
7 years ago
Since being named Best Newcomer at the 2010 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Sam has been stirring audiences from Camden to Canada with his brand of bittersweet electric-folk, including an appearance on Later…with Jools Holland. Thought-provoking songs such as ‘Dreams are made of money’ address contemporary social issues, bringing the folk tradition right up to date. […]
Marazion to Marrakesh – New Exhibition at West Berkshire Museum for September
7 years ago
West Berkshire Museum opens an exhibition featuring West Berkshire artist Kevin Scully on 4 September. From Marazion to Marrakesh will feature nearly 30 works by the artist, predominantly in oil and soft pastel including works from his time spent in Cornwall, Spain, Greece, Portugal, Italy, and further afield. The paintings document his travels throughout Europe […]
Countdown’s Queen of Dictionary Corner, Coming to the Corn Exchange
7 years ago
Countdown’s Susie Dent is on her very first UK theatre tour and will be at the Corn Exchange Newbury on Thursday 20 September to offer her insights into the origins of the words we use and love. A lexicographer and bestselling author, Susie will retell the adventures that lie hidden within such words as lasagne […]
Free Outdoor Dance Performance in Newbury
7 years ago
This August Bank Holiday Monday expect inventive choreography and stirring music as the Corn Exchange Newbury and international contemporary dance company Ex Nihilo take over the Newbury Market Place with Shapers. Shapers is an international collaboration that will see eight dancers from Egypt, France, Spain and Morocco come together to explore the town’s Market Place […]
Corn Exchange to present FREE outdoor event at Shaw House
7 years ago
The Corn Exchange Newbury and Le G. Bistakicome together to present an exciting theatrical free outdoor event, The Baina Trampa Fritz Fallen,at Shaw House in Newbury on 21 and 22 September. The ruthless and cheeky rascals of the French theatre company will be showcasing their wacky rituals, surreal video projections, passionate tango, gleaming white suits, […]
Over 3,000 Children join Mischief Makers at West Berkshire Libraries
7 years ago
West Berkshire Libraries are calling for all 4-11 year olds to sign up to read six books this summer as part of Mischief Makers, Summer Reading Challenge 2018. To complete the Challenge, children need to borrow and read any six library books between now and the end of September. The theme for the 2018 Summer […]
Best-selling children’s book live on stage at the Corn Exchange
7 years ago
From Friday 14 September to Sunday 16 September, Tall Stories will be bringing family favourite The Snail and the Whale, inspired by the best-selling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, to the Corn Exchange Newbury. Join a tiny snail on her trip around the world in Tall Stories’ magical, musical production. Families are invited to […]
Pupils distinguish themselves in Young Firefighters programme
7 years ago
A group of Royal Berkshire’s ambitious young people have been celebrating success after they completed the Young Firefighters programme. Young Firefighters is a 36-week course provided by Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) to equip 12-16-year-olds with a host of valuable practical and theoretical skills which boost their confidence, community engagement and career prospects. […]
Party in the Paddock and JLT Cup at Newbury Racecourse
7 years ago
A Full Field for the inaugural JLT Cup A full field of 18 runners are set to go to post in the first running of the £100,000 JLT Cup (2.25pm) at Newbury on Saturday. The extended two-mile handicap was introduced this year in response to industry demand for an enhanced programme for stayers, supported by […]