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WELCOME Welcome to our spring season of events! As an organisation that puts our community at the heart of all that we do, the team has once again carefully selected a plethora of productions and activities to entertain, inspire and connect, in a whole variety of ways. Telling stories is a common theme in our work. Across 2027 we’ll be sharing stories that take place on our stages, about the activity that takes place behind the scenes, and from you, our community. And we’ll be encouraging you to write a new chapter in your story: to take time for yourself, to rediscover your creative interests, tune in to your wellbeing or be entertained by something unexpected. The world’s troubles can weigh on us all at times, but flick through this brochure and see how we can help to rekindle joy. Keep an eye out for further details in the new year. The spring season at The Base opens with a regular favourite, GENerate (pg 58), which showcases wonderful work created by young people in local education settings. If you haven’t been before, I’d strongly encourage you to head up to the gallery in January as the quality of work each year is a testament to the passion and creativity of the young people and the teaching staff that work with them. This is followed by the latest edition of the everpopular Wildlife Photographer of the Year (pg 59), which shines a spotlight on the animal kingdom and the natural world. Again each year, I am blown away, not only by the talent of the photographers, but the stories they tell through their photos. For our younger story-lovers we have The Lost Property Library (pg 8), where forgotten objects transform into epic journeys, while in the Easter holidays there is a fabulous exploration of where a young girl’s paintbrush will take her in Can’t Sit Still, Polka Theatre and Little Angel Theatre’s Colours, Colours Everywhere (pg 33) which Corn Exchange Newbury has co-commissioned.

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Also co-commissioned by the Corn Exchange this season is 48 Thoughts Per Minute (pg 13), a brandnew show, created by The Paper Birds and written in collaboration with comedian Jessica Fostekew, about all the things that go on in our heads. A favourite from the programming team when they saw it in Edinburgh a couple of years ago is My English Persian Kitchen (pg 18) – a life-affirming tale about starting over which includes live cooking on stage, and Vamos Theatre returns with Finding Joy (pg 25) – a touching story about a teenager caring for his grandmother.

Team Viking (pg 10) uses storytelling, music and comedy to share what happened when giving a friend the send-off they always wanted. There are adventures with Celtic heroes and villains in Sláine: The Horned God (pg 28), and, for those of you who like spooky happenings, we invite you to the chilling The Turn of the Screw (pg 5). In Mediterranean Echoes (pg 14), Paolo Coruzzi shares songs and tales from across the region, while stories from across the decades are celebrated in The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook (pg 30). Continuing in the music programme we have tributes to a whole range of stars including Robbie Williams, Tina Turner, U2, Bob Dylan and ELO, while new to the programme over in the Old Library we have an afternoon of solo harp from Anna Phillips (pg 21). Comedy fans can enjoy the stand-up anecdotes from Rob Auton, Jon Culshaw, David Eagle, Jack Skipper and Ginger Johnson. For those who like to develop their own skills in workshops and courses (pg 50), alongside popular favourites this term we see new sessions including musical theatre for young people, drama workshops with Redcape Theatre and clowning workshops. Over at The Base (pg 57), you can try your hand at everything from charcoal drawing to jewellery making or wooden spoon carving. Delve into this brochure, turn the pages and see what captures your imagination – we look forward to seeing you soon. Jessica Jhundoo-Evans DIRECTOR

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JANUARY

VOLUNTEER FAIR HIRE Sat 9 Jan

10am – 2.30pm

CORN EXCHANGE Tickets Free (no booking required)

Looking to give back to your community in 2027? The V365 Volunteer Recruitment Fair is the perfect place to start. Explore opportunities with over 50 local charities and voluntary organisations from across West Berkshire – all looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join their teams. Meet charity representatives, hear from current volunteers, and discover how your skills and time can make a real difference. Volunteer Centre West Berkshire staff will also be available to offer advice and guidance.

THE ROBBIE WILLIAMS TRIBUTE CONCERT LIVE MUSIC Thu 21 Jan CORN EXCHANGE

7.45pm

Tickets £31 Age Guide 12+ Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

Let The Robbie Williams Tribute Concert Live Entertain You! With over 80 million records sold worldwide, 18 BRIT Awards and 16 UK No.1 albums, Robbie's career has produced some of the biggest songs of the last three decades. This spectacular live tribute concert brings Angels, Rock DJ, Feel and many more crowd-pleasing favourites to the stage. The show also revisits Robbie's Take That years, featuring beloved classics such as Could It Be Magic and The Flood, celebrating the music that first launched him to stardom. This is an uplifting night out packed with iconic songs and unforgettable memories!

‘BEST ROBBIE SHOW I'VE EVER SEEN!’ ENTERTAINMENT SWINDON

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BLACKEYED THEATRE AND ARCOLA THEATRE PRESENT

THE TURN OF THE SCREW THEATRE Tue 19 & Wed 20 Jan

7.30pm

Location Corn Exchange Tickets £30 (£27 concs, £17 schools)

Age Guide 12+ Running Time 2hrs 10mins (including interval)

‘ONE OF THE MOST INNOVATIVE, AUDACIOUS COMPANIES WORKING IN CONTEMPORARY ENGLISH THEATRE.’ THE STAGE ON BLACKEYED THEATRE

A world premiere by Olivier Award-winning playwright Morgan Lloyd Malcolm, based on the seminal ghost story by Henry James. England. A remote country house. A young governess, hired to care for two seemingly angelic children, begins what appears to be an idyllic new life. Yet there is something about the children that hints at a darker presence. Desperate to protect them from what she believes to be malevolent spirits, she finds herself descending into a world of ambiguity, leading to one far-reaching question; are the ghosts real... or a projection of something far more terrifying? A masterwork of psychological suspense and the inspiration for Susan Hill’s The Woman in Black, Henry James’ classic novella, The Turn of the Screw is brought to life in this brand-new stage adaptation combining powerful performances, illusion and stylish theatricality.

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JANUARY

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FILSKIT THEATRE PRESENTS

WONDER GIGS FAMILY Fri 22 Jan OLD LIBRARY

10.30am & 12pm

Tickets £6.75 (both adults and children of all ages will need a ticket)

Age Guide 0 – 5 Running Time 45 minutes (no interval)

Music for you, play for them: a familyfriendly, live session for music-loving grown-ups and little ones.

COUNTRY SUPERSTARS MUSIC Fri 22 Jan CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £32.50 Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 2hrs 45mins (including interval)

The world’s biggest country music tribute show, seen in London’s West End and honoured at the Grand Ole Opry, is rolling to Newbury!

Each of these shows includes toe-tapping acoustic covers of well-known pop, rock and folk tunes from a live, professional musician. At the same time, one of Filskit’s experienced play facilitators will ensure that your little one is well catered for with props, puppets and opportunities for gentle child-led play.

The show features lead impressionists Sarah Jayne and Andy Crust, who have been personally endorsed by Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. Hosted by Sarah Jayne as Dolly, the show includes 12 award-winning impersonations of legends like Johnny Cash, Shania Twain, and Luke Combs, all backed by the Country Superstars Band.

These sessions offer you a chance to unwind and play with your little one in a welcoming and relaxed space. Dancing, moving and singing along is fully encouraged!

Every detail is thoughtfully crafted, from vocal accuracy and authentic costumes to stunning video backdrops. It even features a special message from Dolly herself!

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JANUARY

RAVE ON: THE ULTIMATE 50S AND 60S EXPERIENCE MUSIC Sat 23 Jan CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

COMEDY CLUB 4 KIDS FAMILY Sun 24 Jan OLD LIBRARY Age Guide 6+

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

Running Time 1 hour

(including interval)

Join us for an exhilarating evening of toe-tapping, iconic classics, vibrant costumes and colourful staging! Back for another year and jam-packed with more hits than ever before, enjoy note-perfect renditions from the decades that gifted us rock 'n' roll. Enjoy songs from the likes of Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, Connie Francis, Little Richard, Lulu, The Beach Boys and many more.

2pm

Tickets £14.25

Tickets £30.25 Running Time 2hrs 20mins

RARE PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

(no interval)

It's a comedy club – but for kids! Cracking entertainment for everyone over six years old and under 400 years old (no vampires). We have the best comedians from across the globe doing what they do best… but without the rude bits!

‘THE PERFECT WAY TO ENTERTAIN THE WHOLE FAMILY.’ THREE WEEKS

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT COMMUNITY Thu 28 & Fri 29 Jan Sat 30 Jan

7.30pm

2pm & 6.30pm

CORN EXCHANGE Tickets £16.25 – £25.25

The UK's biggest amateur youth group presents Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s multi-awardwinning show. This show has been performed hundreds of thousands of times on the West End and Broadway. Enjoy much-loved pop and musical theatre classics, including Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door, There’s One More Angel in Heaven and Go, Go, Go Joseph.

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JANUARY

BRING YOUR OWN BABY COMEDY

HALF MOON PRESENTS WRONGSEMBLE'S

COMEDY Thu 28 Jan OLD LIBRARY

FAMILY Sat 30 Jan OLD LIBRARY

12pm

THE LOST PROPERTY LIBRARY

Tickets £16.25 (adult and baby)

Tickets £12.25

Age Guide Adults with babies under 15

Age Guide 3 – 9 years

months old

Running Time 1hr 20mins (including interval)

Join us for an afternoon of hilarious comedy with your baby. Relax and have a good laugh with the best comedians in the UK, without needing childcare. The bar is fully stocked, whether you fancy a cuppa or even something a bit stronger (G&T anyone?) and our comics won’t mind being heckled by our younger guests! The show will feature two brilliant comedians plus a compère. Please note that we have a 15-month age limit for our little laughers, as our comedians will be performing their usual grown-up jokes!

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11am & 2pm

Running Time 35 minutes (no interval)

Step into The Lost Property Library – where forgotten objects tell unforgettable stories. The smoke clears on the once-crowded platform and only the Station Master remains. He's here to welcome you to The Lost Property Library. Step inside for an interactive performance where puppetry, music and playful storytelling transform the smallest objects into epic journeys. Originally commissioned by The British Library, and supported by The Leeds Storytelling Festival.

ACE DANCE AND MUSIC PRESENTS

THE WORLD AS WE SEE IT

DANCE Tue 2 Feb

7.30pm

Location Corn Exchange Tickets £19.25 (£17.25 concs,

Redefining dance from the African Diaspora, ACE dance and music’s new double bill presents two powerful contrasting visions of our world today. Human life is fleeting, the world is still unfolding…

£12 schools)

ECHOES OF DUST – choreographed by Serge Aimé Coulibaly, with creative contributions from Sigué Sayouba

Age Guide 7+

When the world trembles, what remains of our humanity?

Running Time 2hrs 10 mins

When all seems lost, what hope can we still hold on to?

(including interval)

‘THIS PHYSICALLY DEMANDING DANCE, CHARACTERISED BY AN EXPLOSIVE USE OF RHYTHM, IS AN EXTRAORDINARY SIGHT.’ METRO

In a world torn apart by war, disaster and the invisible collapse of human connection, seven individuals find themselves stranded in the heart of chaos. Confronting the remnants of a shattered world, stripped of certainty and memory, they stumble, fight, and protest; with each encounter, a voice is reclaimed.

LETLALO – choreographed by Vincent Mantsoe Letlalo, meaning 'Skin' in Mantsoe’s native tongue Sotho, draws from African, Indigenous, and contemporary dance languages to explore the deep connection between humanity and the earth. Rooted in ancestral wisdom and inspired by nomadic cultures, the performance reflects on the quiet strength of communities living in harmony. It examines the layers beneath the surface, exploring the true essence of the human spirit, while evoking themes of power, unity, serenity, and interconnectedness.

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FEBRUARY

THE BOB DYLAN STORY

TEAM VIKING

MUSIC Thu 4 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

THEATRE Thu 4 Feb OLD LIBRARY

7.45pm

7.30pm

Tickets £29.25

Tickets £17.75 (£12.25 under-25s, £11 schools)

Age Guide 12+

Age Guide 14+

Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

Running Time 1hr 10mins (no interval)

Come gather 'round people, wherever you roam…

Team Viking is a hilarious, heartlifting tribute to friendship, death, and the absurdity of life.

Feast on an array of tasty aural delights including Like a Rolling Stone, Subterranean Homesick Blues, Blowin’ in The Wind, All Along the Watchtower, Mr. Tambourine Man, Knocking on Heaven’s Door and so many more. Enjoy the fascinating stories behind Bob Dylan's much-loved hits and let the evocative visuals transport you to a time when popular music’s greatest icon reigned supreme.

‘BRILLIANT’ SOUTHEND THEATRE SCENE

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Fifteen years ago, James’ best friend Tom was diagnosed with terminal cancer. His last wish was a Viking burial. So, James managed to give him the send-off he wanted. The show blends storytelling, music, comedy and even a genuine Viking helmet.

Team Viking premiered in a tiny meeting room at the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe and became a breakthrough hit: critically acclaimed, completely sold out. Now, ten years on, this modern classic returns for a special anniversary edition – as funny, raw and joyous as ever.

FEBRUARY

THE COMEDY NETWORK COMEDY Fri 5 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

8pm

A TASTE OF IRELAND: THE IRISH MUSIC & DANCE SENSATION

Tickets £16.25 (£14.25 concs)

DANCE Sat 6 Feb 7.30pm CORN EXCHANGE Limited availability

Age Guide 18+

Tickets £47.50 (£44.50 concs)

Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

Age Guide 14+

Line-up* Joe Sutherland

Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

Meryl O'Rourke James Trickey Josh Weller

Get ready for a night of top-class comedy as Avalon presents The Comedy Network. Showcasing some of the best emerging and established talent on the circuit, this renowned comedy roadshow has helped launch stars including Lee Mack, Russell Howard and Lou Sanders. Start your weekend in style with a brilliant night of laughs! *Please note the line-up is subject to change.

A taste of everything you love about Ireland, with a generous helping of more. Performed by former World Irish dance champions and featuring dancers from Lord of the Dance, Riverdance, and the recent West End cast of Éireann, A Taste of Ireland brings the spirit and energy of modern Ireland to life with a pint of Irish wit. Watch world-class performers blend melodic folk mash-ups, live jaw-dropping a cappella tap battles and heartfelt storytelling in a live celebration of Irish music and dance.

A Taste of Ireland merges beloved classics, contemporary music, Irish dance and plenty of craic into a vibrant Celtic celebration.

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FEBRUARY

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ROB AUTON: JUPITER COMEDY Sun 7 Feb OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

Tickets £22.25

A STAR WARS IMPROV SHOW: THE ONE-MAN MADE-UP MOVIE PARODY

Age Guide 14+ only

THEATRE Thu 11 Feb OLD LIBRARY

Running Time 1hr 40mins (including interval)

Tickets £18.25

Following the success of his sellout 2025-26 nationwide tour, multi-award-winning writer, performer, podcaster and actor Rob Auton heads to Newbury with his thirteenth hour, Jupiter. This show is a story about a time when Rob Auton had a job as an estate agent on the planet Jupiter. It is fiction. On screen Rob has appeared opposite Danny Dyer in Marching Powder, in Channel 4's hit comedy The Change, and in BBC's Starstruck, with further credits including Miracle Workers (TBS), The End of the F**ing World (Netflix/Channel 4), The Russell Howard Hour (Sky) and Cold Feet (ITV).

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7pm

Age Guide 14+ Running Time 1hr 50mins (including interval)

Award-nominated stand-up and improviser Jon Hipkiss brings together the ultimate celebration of comedy and fandom. Based solely on your suggestions, Jon will improvise an entirely new Star Wars film all by himself. He's all the trailers, all the characters, all the music, the ships, everything. It’s beautifully funny, improvised chaos!

‘HILARIOUS’

‘GREAT WORK’

LARRY DEAN

JACK WHITEHALL

‘LAUGH OUT LOUD FUNNY’ JON RICHARDSON

THE PAPER BIRDS PRESENT

48 THOUGHTS PER MINUTE THEATRE Tue 9 & Wed 10 Feb

7pm

Location Corn Exchange Tickets £22.25 (£13 schools) Age Guide 14+ Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval) Closed captions are available for 48 Thoughts Per Minute, delivered to audience members' own mobile devices. Written by The Paper Birds & Jessica Fostekew, starring Mark Thomas. Co-produced by New Wolsey Theatre. Cocommissioned by Corn Exchange Newbury and Warwick Arts Centre. *From The American Journal of Medicine.

A fast-paced, hilarious show about all the things we think but do not say. Some scientists believe that your brain fires off around 48 thoughts per minute*, that's 70,000 a day! So, what exactly are we thinking about? Set over the course of three minutes, as one woman awaits some potentially life-changing news, 48 Thoughts Per Minute is a fastpaced and joyfully chaotic story about the relationship we all have with ourselves. Written in collaboration with the brilliantly funny Jessica Fostekew (The Guilty Feminist and Hoovering) and starring Mark Thomas (Ordinary Decent Criminal, England & Son, The Mark Thomas Comedy Product), you can expect a theatrical dive into the hilarious, relatable noise inside a human head. The 3am spiral. The thing you said five years ago that still haunts you. The uninvited memory that keeps reappearing. Sharp new writing meets real stories from real people across the UK and audiences can interact live from your smartphone, becoming part of a unique collective 'brain' each show. A laugh-out-loud funny, smart and astute exploration, 48 Thoughts will make you think about just how we navigate the world around us and the most important relationship we have, that with ourselves.

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FEBRUARY

MEDITERRANEAN ECHOES MUSIC Fri 12 Feb OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

BRAINFOOLS PRESENTS

BALANCE

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

CIRCUS Sun 14 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

Running Time 1hr 30mins

Tickets £16.25

(including interval)

Age Guide 7+

Tickets £16.25

An intimate journey through memories, landscapes and cultures of the Mediterranean by Paolo Coruzzi. Told through original songs, instrumental music and personal stories, with Italian and English songs these evocative soundscapes stem from a life shaped by travel, heritage and the timeless beauty of the Mediterranean.

2pm & 5pm

Running Time 50 minutes approx (no interval)

Balance: balancing secrets. Juggling trust. In Balance, Brainfools transports you to a dusty pub cellar where two strangers decide to turn a tense situation into an acrobatic game of trust. One protects, the other hides a secret. To bridge the gap, the dynamic duo navigates a world of found objects, transforming industrial kegs and precarious glass bottles into a playground for breathtaking feats. From gravity-defying hand-to-hand acrobatics to the tension of balancing on glass, this is a kinetic display of trust. Visually stunning, funny, and full of heart, Balance explores the joy of finding a partner to help you carry the load.

‘THE GRACE IN THEIR MOVEMENTS AND STRENGTH WAS ASTONISHING.’ MY VIEW FROM THE STALLS, VENTNOR FRINGE 2026

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FEBRUARY

THE MUSIC OF TINA TURNER MUSIC Sat 13 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

7.45pm

BEAUTIFUL DAY: ONE NIGHT OF U2

Tickets £33.50

MUSIC Thu 18 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

Age Guide 16+

Tickets £29.75

Running Time 2hr 10mins (including interval)

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

Get ready to experience the power, passion, and unforgettable hits of the Queen of rock ‘n’ roll! Starring Elesha Paul Moses, direct from the West End smash hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical. After captivating audiences night after night in London's West End, Elesha brings an authenticity, raw energy, and natural likeness to Tina's spirit that goes far beyond imitation. This is a heartfelt celebration of a true icon. Prepare to sing and dance to a legendary catalogue of hits including Proud Mary, River Deep – Mountain High, What’s Love Got to Do with It, Private Dancer, The Best, and many more. Powerful. Authentic. Unforgettable. Simply The Best.

7.45pm

Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

Get ready for a full-throttle celebration of one of the world’s greatest rock bands. Expect an explosive performance, soaring vocals and the stadium-sized hits that defined a generation, from With or Without You and Where the Streets Have No Name to Vertigo and, of course, Beautiful Day. With flawless musicianship, authentic visuals and that unmistakable U2 energy, Beautiful Day is an electrifying night out spanning five decades of music. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the music for the first time, this is your chance to immerse yourself in the sound, energy and emotion of U2.

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FEBRUARY

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FILSKIT THEATRE PRESENTS

SCIENCE MUSEUM SPACE EXPLORERS

FAMILY Fri 19 Feb OLD LIBRARY

FAMILY Sat 20 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

WONDER GIGS

10.30am & 12pm

Tickets £6.75 (both adults and children of all ages will need a ticket)

Age Guide 0 – 5 Running Time 45 minutes (no interval)

Music for you, play for them: a familyfriendly, live session for music-loving grown-ups and little ones. Each of these shows includes toe-tapping acoustic covers of well-known pop, rock and folk tunes from a live, professional musician. At the same time, one of Filskit’s experienced play facilitators will ensure that your little one is well catered for with props, puppets and opportunities for gentle child-led play. These sessions offer you a chance to unwind and play with your little one in a welcoming and relaxed space. Dancing, moving and singing along is fully encouraged!

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2pm

Tickets £20.75 (£19.75 under-16s) Age Guide 5+ Running Time 1hr 30mins (including interval)

Calling all space fans! The Science Museum, in association with the UK Space Agency, has teamed up with Mark Thompson Productions (the creators behind Ministry of Science Live!) to launch a fun-filled theatrical adventure that blasts you on an epic journey around the planets. Zoom past the Sun, dodge swirling storms on Jupiter, glide by the rings of Saturn and venture out to the icy giants at the edge of our solar system. Along the way you’ll uncover brilliant planet facts, jaw-dropping discoveries, and the secrets of what it takes to explore space for real. Strap in. Count down. And get ready to explore the universe with The Space Explorers Academy.

FEBRUARY

JACK SKIPPER: NOTHING HEAVY COMEDY Sun 21 Feb 8pm CORN EXCHANGE Limited availability Tickets £22.25 Age Guide 14+ only Running Time 1hr 40mins (including interval)

After a sell-out debut tour and an appearance on Live at the Apollo, Jack Skipper is back with his brandnew show, Nothing Heavy. Expect more of Jack’s brilliantly relatable stand-up, as he tries to make sense of life, getting older and everything in between. Come and have a laugh. Nothing heavy.

‘CLEVER, CANDID, AND FULL OF LIFE.’ THE PHOENIX REMIX

LAYTON LIVE VARIETY Tue 23 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £38.25 (£36.25 concs, £40 meet and greet at 6pm)

Age Guide 10+ Running Time 1hr 50mins (including interval)

Olivier Award winner and Tony Award nominee, Layton Williams is taking to the stage! Marking the upcoming 20th anniversary of his stage debut, Layton will take you on a whistle – stop musical tour of his journey from Billy Elliot to Titanique, via Cabaret, Hairspray, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, the Bad Education classroom and the Strictly ballroom floor. Supported by a company of fabulous artists, join Layton in a show which promises unforgettable stories, dazzling vocals and iconic dance routines.

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MY ENGLISH PERSIAN KITCHEN THEATRE Wed 24 Feb

7.30pm

Location Corn Exchange Tickets £19.25 Age Guide 14+ Running Time 1hr 10mins (no interval)

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What would you take if you had to leave home with no hope of returning? This life-affirming play chronicles one woman’s quest to start again. Remembering the tastes and aromas of her mother’s kitchen with live cooking on stage, she recreates the dishes of her childhood and homeland, building a new life and community around food. Written by award-winning Hannah Khalil from the story by Atoosa Sepehr, directed by Chris White, and starring Isabella Nefar (BBC’s The Gold and the National Theatre’s Salome), the hit play returns after sell-out runs at Soho Theatre and Traverse Theatre during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Originally presented by Soho Theatre and Traverse Theatre and produced by Farnham Maltings.

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FEBRUARY

WITTY DITTIES: 400 YEARS OF COMIC SONG

GINGER JOHNSON: SHOW PONY

MUSIC Thu 25 Feb OLD LIBRARY

VARIETY Fri 26 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £17.25 Age Guide 10+ only Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

Following on from their acclaimed A Brief History of Music, Green Matthews present a new show which explores their rich history of witty wordplay and melodic mirth. Chris Green (piano, guitar, accordion) and Sophie Matthews (early woodwinds, flute, saxophone) bring you four centuries of chromatic comedy, ranging from bawdy Restoration ballads to stinging Sixties satire via Victorian music hall variety. Featuring songs by Noël Coward, Tom Lehrer, Flanders and Swann and a host of other lesser-known songwriters, this fun and fast-moving revue will have you rolling in the aisles!

8pm

Tickets £30.25 (£52.25 VIP including meet and greet)

Age Guide 16+ Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

You’ve seen her in the Masterchef kitchen… You’ve seen her on the Drag Race runway… Now it's time to see her in her element: outrageous, untamed and completely off the reins. Following the explosive success of her smash hit 2024 tour Ginger Johnson Blows Off!, the nation’s silliest sausage is back on the road with her brand new live spectacular: Show Pony! Promising high camp, low morals, and double helpings of her trademark ridiculousness, Show Pony is a barnstorming night of whip-smart comedy and top-tier talent that proves why Ginger is one of Britain’s most beloved queens.

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FEBRUARY

SARAH CAMERON-WEST PRESENTS

TOO MUCH TOO YOUNG: THE MUSIC OF 2TONE & BEYOND

THEATRE Fri 26 Feb OLD LIBRARY

MUSIC Sat 27 Feb CORN EXCHANGE

KAREN

7.30pm

Tickets £17.25 (£14.25 under-25s) Age Guide 16+

Tickets £29.25 Age Guide 14+

Running Time 55 minutes (no interval)

Sell-out sensation KAREN storms Newbury! When our heroine's ex starts dating her office arch-nemesis, Karen, heartbreak becomes an all-out workplace war. Armed with sarcasm, simmering female rage and a spectacularly unravelling sense of self, our protagonist hurtles towards the ultimate office showdown. Hailed as 'Fleabag meets Peep Show', KAREN is a riotous comedy about heartbreak, identity and the unbearable pressure to have your life together. A battle of self-discovery that will leave you in stitches!

7.45pm

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Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

A high-energy, two-hour live show celebrating the ska sound that shaped generations. This feel-good journey traces ska’s roots from Jamaica to its explosive British revival of the late ’70s and ’80s, honouring the artists who made it a global phenomenon. The only show endorsed by members Lynval Golding (The Specials) and Neol Davies (The Selecter), this is ska celebration at its very best. Featuring a powerhouse live band, the large ensemble includes a full brass section delivering an authentic, high-energy ska sound. With a dynamic cast, striking digital visuals and authentic style, the show brings the era to life with hits from Madness, The Specials, The Beat, Bad Manners, The Selecter and more.

FEBRUARY

RHAPSODIE: AN AFTERNOON OF SOLO HARP WITH ANNA PHILLIPS

ED BYRNE: NO DRAMAS

MUSIC Sat 27 Feb OLD LIBRARY

Tickets £30.25

2pm

Tickets £20 (£18 concs, £7.25 under-18s) Age Guide Suitable for all ages

COMEDY Sun 28 Feb 8pm CORN EXCHANGE Limited availability Age Guide 16+ Running Time 1hr 40mins (including interval)

Running Time 1 hour (no interval)

Ed just wants to live a life free of hassles or drama.

Harpist Anna Phillips brings her debut album to Newbury.

He feels he’s earned it, but the world has other plans for him.

Trained at the Royal Academy of Music under Catrin Finch and winner of the 2023 Nansi Richards Award, Anna has performed at Wigmore Hall and the Southbank Centre. Her programme moves from Bach and Guridi, to the Welsh composer William Mathias, and closes with the shimmering French repertoire of Grandjany. She introduces each piece herself, so no prior knowledge is needed. Enjoy an hour in the company of an instrument most people have never heard up close.

Come, hear the conquistador of petty gripes air his grievances with a world hell-bent on irritating the bejeezus out of us all and, who knows, perhaps it will make you feel better about your own bouts of impotent rage.

★★★★★ ‘HILARIOUS... VERGING ON GREATNESS.’ ROLLING STONE UK

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FLABBERGAST THEATRE PRESENTS

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM THEATRE Tue 2 Mar

7.30pm

Wed 3 Mar 11.30am & 7.30pm

Location Corn Exchange Tickets £23.25 (£21.25 concs, £73 family, £17 Schools)

Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

The award-winning Flabbergast Theatre brings a rambunctious approach to Shakespeare’s muchloved comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Goblins and Sprites run amok as the King and Queen of the Faeries settle a spat and cause havoc among the humans caught up in their machinations. The action focuses on a troupe of players travelling with their beautiful vintage Haywain, frantically multi-roling and bringing the world to life with joy and excitement. Arcadian folk songs, slapstick comedy and mask work combine with a respectful approach to the text, an irreverent attitude and a focus on storytelling to bring the magic of midsummer alive with physical comedy, song and dance.

★★★★★ ‘A PRODUCTION OF CHARM AND GENUINE EBULLIENCE, TRUE TO THE MOST INNATE IMPULSES OF THEATRE’S POTENTIAL TO ENTERTAIN.’ THE SPY IN THE STALLS

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MARCH

ELO AGAIN MUSIC Thu 4 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

THE COMEDY NETWORK 7.30pm

COMEDY Fri 5 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

8pm

Tickets £33.50

Tickets £16.25 (£14.25 concs)

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

Age Guide 18+

Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

ELO Again are back with their stunning Back to the Blue tour, celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra. ELO Again really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday. The whole experience is professionally re-enacted with amazing sound reproduction, a light show and visual effects. Enjoy all the big hits, Mr. Blue Sky, Livin' Thing, Sweet Talkin' Woman, Shine a Little Love, Don't Bring Me Down, plus many more. You will revel in ELO's unique symphonic rock style and hear some of the most unforgettable classic rock and pop songs of our generation.

Line-up* Ed Kear Nick Elleray Eleanor Tiernan Sam Nicoresti

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MARCH

KENNET OPERA PRESENTS

ALBERT HERRING

IN THE AIR TONIGHT

COMMUNITY Fri 5 & Sat 6 Mar Sun 7 Mar

7.30pm

2.30pm

OLD LIBRARY Tickets £23.25 (£16.25 students and under-19s, free under-6s)

MUSIC Sat 6 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

7.45pm

Tickets £34.25 Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 2hrs 45mins (including interval)

Gossip, rebellion, and glorious music. Kennet Opera presents Benjamin Britten’s witty comic opera, sung in English. In an early-1900s Suffolk village, shy greengrocer’s son Albert is crowned May King when no suitable May Queen can be found. A surprisingly delicious drink at the May Day feast sparks freedom for Albert in this staged costumed celebration.

Get ready for a night to remember as we bring the unforgettable sound of Phil Collins to life! This is In the Air Tonight – the ultimate live tribute to the one and only Phil Collins. From the epic drum breaks to the soul-stirring ballads, this show brings the sound of a generation roaring back to life. Relive the magic of Phil’s greatest moments featuring all the classics including You Can’t Hurry Love, Take Me Home and I Wish It Would Rain Down. Starring an electrifying live band, powerhouse vocals, and a stellar cast of musicians, In the Air Tonight captures the unmistakable energy, emotion, and drive of Phil Collins like never before.

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VAMOS THEATRE PRESENTS

FINDING JOY

THEATRE Wed 10 Mar

7.30pm

Location Corn Exchange Tickets £19.25 (£17.25 concs, £14.25 carers/NHS workers)

Age Guide 12+ Running Time 1hr 10mins (no interval)

★★★★★ ‘FINDING JOY CAN BE SUMMED UP IN TWO WORDS: SIMPLY BEAUTIFUL.’ WHAT’S ON STAGE

Vamos Theatre return to Newbury with Finding Joy following Boy on the Roof, Dead Good and A Brave Face. Seventeen-year-old Danny – bright, creative, always out with his mates – is the unlikeliest of heroes. His gran, Joy, is funny, kind, loves to dance, and is losing her memory. So when out of the blue, Danny announces he’ll look after his gran, everyone holds their breath. But Danny is a natural carer, finding any which way to connect, to play and to accept the gran he adores. Battling against conflicting opinions on this difficult journey, is Danny’s love enough to face the challenges ahead? Based on the true experiences of one family and told entirely without words, award-winning Finding Joy has been performed across the globe from Shanghai to Switzerland, Norway to Norwich and Liverpool to London. The 2027 tour of Finding Joy has been staged to celebrate Vamos Theatre’s 21 years of ground-breaking, life-changing, inclusive and compassionate work. As with all its productions, Vamos Theatre welcomes everyone to see Finding Joy, including people who may need a more accepting auditorium environment.

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MARCH

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SDJ PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

THE OFFICE OF ETERNAL OPTIMISM THEATRE Thu 11 Mar OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

Tickets £16.25 (£14.25 concs, £12 schools)

TAP FACTORY DANCE Fri 12 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £31.25 (£27.75 under-16s) Age Guide 5+ Running Time 1hr 50mins (including interval)

Age Guide 12+ Running Time 1hr 5mins (no interval)

A joyous mix of theatre, storytelling, and stand-up comedy. When Shôn's best friend asks him what he thinks his last show on earth might be, he says it'll be a show that inspires optimism. When he sits down to make that show, he realises it's a lot more difficult than he imagined it might be. Determined to give the audience a feeling of hope, he commits to the project like a dog with a bone, he works day and night.

The Office of Eternal Optimism is a joyous and uplifting show – stand-up meets theatre meets storytelling at its best.

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Merging acrobatics, percussion, tap dance, and comedy, this spectacular family-friendly show promises to entertain audiences of all ages. After performing across five continents with over 900 shows, Tap Factory is back in the UK, now in its reloaded version: bigger, bolder, and more spectacular than ever! Witness eight extraordinary performers pushing the limits of dance, acrobatics, music, and comedy in a reimagined production. With brand-new scenery, evolved choreography, and jaw-dropping stunts, this high-octane show will ignite your senses like never before. Feel the pulse of explosive percussion, experience a new generation tap, marvel at breathtaking acrobatics, and laugh-out-loud as live music collides with electrifying performance.

MARCH

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DAVID EAGLE: FUNNY AND FOLK THE UK ROCK SHOW COMEDY Fri 12 Mar OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

MUSIC Sat 13 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

7.45pm

Tickets £18.25

Tickets £31

Age Guide 16+

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

Running Time 1hr 50mins (including interval)

Running Time 2hrs 10mins (including interval)

A hilarious and heartwarming blend of comedy, folk music and stories from life as a blind comedian and musician.

If you are a fan of live classic rock, this is the show for you!

David is bringing his two worlds together in one show. In Funny And Folk, he tells stories from nearly two decades of travelling the world as a blind folk musician and comedian, meeting a whole array of interesting and odd characters along the way, plus frequent forays into his favourite folk songs and a few of his own classic comedy hits.

Get ready to be transported back to the 80s heyday of classic rock, combining the feel of a rock festival with the atmosphere of a top-end rock arena tour. Expect fireworks, flames, amazing lighting and exacting attention to detail as this amazing 5-piece band recreate hits from rock gods such as Journey, Aerosmith, Def Leppard, Bon Jovi, Kiss, AC/DC, Van Halen and many more!

And in case you still need convincing to come, he’ll be playing an accordion – audio’s aphrodisiac.

‘MY GOD, DAVID EAGLE MAKES ME LAUGH. A LUDICROUSLY AMUSING GENTLEMAN.’ MILES JUPP

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SPRING EQUINOX COMMUNITY Tue 16 Mar

SLÁINE: THE HORNED GOD THEATRE Sat 13 Mar OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

Tickets £17.25 (£15.25 concs) Age Guide 12+ Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

Join professional storyteller Jason Buck for a tale of ancient Celtic heroes and villains, monsters and magic, dragons and demons. Set in a 'time which is not a time', when Britain was rife with magic and mischief, this show brings together the exploits and transformation of the one who would be King of the Tribes of the Earth Goddess, reimagining ancient mythologies, and brought to life for modern audiences. In partnership with 2000 AD and Rebellion Publishing, created by Pat Mills, the godfather of British comics, and Angie Kincaid, Sláine has captured the imagination of readers for generations. Artwork by Simon Bisley © Rebellion Publishing Ltd.

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7pm

CORN EXCHANGE Tickets £23.25 (£21.25 concs) Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 1hr 30mins (including interval)

Catch the wealth of local dance talent! Spring Equinox is a vibrant celebration of dance, showcasing performances by West Berkshire schools, youth dance companies, community projects, and specialist performing arts colleges. The audience includes both the participating dancers and their friends and families, creating an exciting and supportive atmosphere for everyone involved. It's a celebration not to be missed!

MARCH

JON CULSHAW: ME, MYSELF & OTHERS COMEDY Wed 17 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £30.25 Age Guide 16+ Running Time 1hr 50mins (including interval)

Join the star of BBC Radio 4’s Dead Ringers as he takes you on a whistlestop tour through an array of famous voices in an evening of stand-up, stories, sketches and song! Jon is one of Britain's most critically acclaimed impressionists, comedians and actors, with television credits ranging from classic comedy series such as Spitting Image, The Impressions Show, and Newzoids, through to Channel 4’s award-winning docudrama Partygate. In addition to his hugely successful solo comedy tour Imposter Syndrome, in recent years Jon has also played to packed houses in the one-man play Les Dawson: Flying High, the Dead Ringers 25th Anniversary Tour, and the iconic London Palladium pantomime.

PLAY ON WORDS THEATRE PRESENTS

SISTER QUEENS: TWO QUEENS, ONE NATION THEATRE Thu 18 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £19.25 Age Guide 14+ Running Time 1hr 35mins (including interval)

The dynamic journey of two amazing women; the royal queens of the Tudor and Stuart dynasties – Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots. A play of passion and treachery, witness the unavoidable collision between dynamic sovereigns, which shaped the destiny of the thrones of Scotland and England. Enter the prison and the courts, private chambers and public processions as you journey with the cousins who called themselves Sister Queens. It is a tale that has ignited the imagination for centuries. Was the death of one the only answer?

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MARCH

NT CONNECTIONS: WILDFIRE COMMUNITY Thu 18 & Fri 19 Mar OLD LIBRARY

7pm

Tickets £13.50

RONNIE SCOTT'S JAZZ CLUB: THE RONNIE SCOTT’S SOHO SONGBOOK

Age Guide 13+

MUSIC Fri 19 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

Running Time 1 hour (no interval)

Tickets £32

The Corn Exchange Intermediate Youth Theatre takes to the stage. Connections, the National Theatre’s annual youth festival, commissions new plays each year to showcase young talent and unite emerging writers with future theatre-makers. Wildfire by Oliver Emanuel and Victoria Beesley follows a group of teenagers whose lives are suddenly upended when a fast-moving wildfire devastates their village. The play explores the shock of losing home, the strength of community, and the power young people have to make change.

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7.30pm

Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club return to Newbury with a stunning new collection of live music, narration and projected archive images and footage, celebrating the Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook. From its humble beginnings as a basement music bar where musicians would jam, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club has become an internationally acclaimed venue, hosting some of the world’s greatest artists. Featuring classic music from jazz legends who have graced its stage, alongside narration, archive images and rare footage, The Ronnie Scott’s Songbook offers a fascinating glimpse into the club’s unique world, celebrating its incredible music and history.

MARCH

WEST END MAGIC MAGIC Sat 20 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

2.30pm

MITCH BENN: THE LEHRER EFFECT

Tickets £22.25 (£17.25 under-16s)

MUSIC Sat 20 Mar OLD LIBRARY

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

Tickets £20.25

Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

Age Guide 16+

London’s longest-running magic show brings wonder, delights and surprises direct from the West End. Join some of the UK’s finest magical performers as they transport secrets and spectacle. You are invited to witness incredible magic, elegant illusions and mystical mischief. Plus, take a peek behind the scenes of a hidden magic emporium, and who knows, you might even be chosen to become the magician’s assistant! Embark on a hidden journey of marvel, mystery and merriment with British Champion of Magic Oliver Tabor, together with a cast of magical characters and mischief makers. The perfect treat for all the family.

7.30pm

Running Time 1hr 50mins (including interval)

Discover the legacy of comic songwriting legend Tom Lehrer through Mitch Benn’s own Lehrerinspired songs, stories and reimagined covers. When, years ago, a teenage Mitch discovered American comic songwriting legend Tom Lehrer, the course of his life was changed forever. Mitch looks at the legacy of the elusive Lehrer, the creative debt he and all those who mix humour and melody owes to him, while performing some of the more Lehreresque of his own songs. Expect a few Mitch Benn-ified covers of some of Tom’s most famous creations as well.

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MARCH

FRANCIS ROSSI SONGBOOK: QUO – PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE

AN EVENING WITH NIGEL OWENS, MBE

MUSIC Tue 23 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

Tickets £34.75 (£62.25 VIP

7.30pm

Tickets £42.25 – £62.25 (£102.25 VIP soundcheck experience)

Age Guide 14+ Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

See one of Britain’s most influential musicians take to Newbury once more. The show will include a hand-picked host of Francis’ many evergreen Status Quo classics, some deep cuts and a new medley. This is the only place to hear Francis’ own selections and interpretations, plus added commentary!

TALK Wed 24 Mar CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

CHARLIE WALLER TRUST PRESENTS

LAUGH OUT LOUD FOR MENTAL HEALTH HIRE 7.30pm

including meet and greet)

Thu 25 Mar

Age Guide 14+

CORN EXCHANGE

Running Time 1hr 55 mins

Tickets £29.25 (£26.25 concs)

(including interval)

Join the legendary rugby referee for an entertaining evening of hilarious stories and unforgettable moments from his career. After playing to sell-out crowds across the UK, Nigel will share numerous tales from on and off the field. Nigel is one of the most engaging and humorous characters in the game of Rugby Union, gaining an international following of fans and admirers with his charm, wit and indeed fairness.

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Age Guide 14+ Running Time 2hrs 30mins (including interval)

The Charlie Waller Trust is back for a second year, with an evening of comedy supporting young people's mental health. Expect a feel-good evening packed with top-quality comedy from some of the circuit's finest performers, including Alex Farrow as host! Full line-up to be revealed.

CAN'T SIT STILL, POLKA THEATRE & LITTLE ANGEL THEATRE PRESENTS

COLOURS, COLOURS EVERYWHERE FAMILY Tue 30 Mar

2pm

Wed 31 Mar & Thu 1 Apr

11am & 2pm Location Corn Exchange Tickets £15.25 Age Guide 3 – 8 years Running Time 50 minutes (no interval) COLOURS, COLOURS EVERYWHERE © Julia Donaldson & Sharon King-Chai 2022 – Two Hoots, Macmillan Children’s Books.

Let your imagination take flight in Colours, Colours Everywhere – a joyful theatre adventure for children aged 3 – 8 and their grown ups. My paints are waiting in their tray. I wonder what to paint today? Follow a little girl’s adventure as she paints her own journey through vibrant worlds, sailing the skies in a bright red hot air balloon. A blue tree frog friend, sunflowers and birds with yellow wings, purple hills – where will her paintbrush take her next? Packed with playful puppetry and integrated BSL, this brand-new adaptation of the book by multi-award-winning author Julia Donaldson and Sharon King-Chai, published by Two Hoots/Macmillan Children's Books, is brought to life by Polka Theatre, Little Angel Theatre and Can't Sit Still, the company behind Oh No, George and Well Done, Mummy Penguin. Let your imagination take flight and explore a vibrant world of colour. Co-commissioned by Corn Exchange, Newbury and funded by Arts Council England.

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APRIL

THE COMEDY NETWORK COMEDY Fri 2 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

8pm

THE BRAIN BENDING SCIENCE ILLUSION SHOW

Tickets £16.25 (£14.25 concs)

FAMILY Sun 4 Apr OLD LIBRARY

Age Guide 18+

Tickets £15.25 (£13.25 under-16s, £53 family)

Running Time 2hrs 20mins (including interval)

Age Guide 6+

Line-up* John Meagher

Running Time 1 hour (no interval)

Fab Goualin Rory Cargill Bella Hull

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Seriously silly science for all ages! Join The Magical Mr West and Crowbert on a journey into the brain bending world of science illusions! Prepare to be astounded by cognitive conundrums, mind-melting mysteries and spectacular surreal psychology. Can you believe your eyes? Can you trust your own brain? Find out in this spectacular science show for all the family.

‘ENTERTAINING AND ENTRANCING!’ THE STAGE

‘FUN FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT WITH MIND-BOGGLING TRICKERY.’ BRITISH COMEDY GUIDE

CORN EXCHANGE INFANT AND JUNIOR YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS

COMMUNITY Fri 9 Apr & Sat 10 Apr

1pm & 6pm Location Corn Exchange Tickets £18.25 (£15.75 concs) Age Guide Suitable for all ages Illustrated by Armadillo Images

Take a magical journey to Neverland with the Corn Exchange’s Infant and Junior Youth Theatre. Join Peter and Wendy on an enchanting adventure to Neverland, where children never grow up! Full of imaginative wonder, heartwarming moments, mischievous fun and thrilling battles against the terrible Captain Hook, this magical children’s show celebrates the joy of childhood and the power of imagination. Based on the novel by J. M. Barrie and adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller, this is a timeless tale of adventure and friendship that will stir cherished childhood memories in adults and introduce a new generation to one of the world’s beloved classics. Come and walk the plank with us!

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APRIL

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FILSKIT THEATRE PRESENTS

THE MAKINGS OF A MURDERER: FATAL MISTAKE

FAMILY Fri 9 Apr OLD LIBRARY

TALK Wed 14 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

WONDER GIGS

10.30am & 12pm

Tickets £6.75 (both adults and children of all ages will need a ticket)

Age Guide 0 – 5 Running Time 45 minutes (no interval)

Music for you, play for them: a familyfriendly, live session for music-loving grown-ups and little ones. Each of these shows include toe-tapping acoustic covers of well-known pop, rock and folk tunes from a live, professional musician. At the same time, one of Filskit’s experienced play facilitators will ensure that your little one is well catered for with props, puppets and opportunities for gentle child-led play. These sessions offer you a chance to unwind and play with your little one in a welcoming and relaxed space. Dancing, moving and singing along is fully encouraged!

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7.30pm

Tickets £35.25 Band A | £33.25 Band B Age Guide 16+ Running Time 2hrs 10mins (including interval)

Award-winning investigative journalist and broadcaster Donal MacIntyre examines the extraordinary true stories of killers who came terrifyingly close to escaping justice. Drawing on some of the most compelling murder investigations of modern times, Donal takes audiences inside the hunt for killers who believed they had committed the perfect crime. How did they avoid suspicion for so long? What finally gave them away? And just how close did they really come to getting away with murder? Gripping, revealing and packed with extraordinary real-life cases, explore the killers who nearly beat the system.

U TRIPLE BILL

THEATRE Thu 15 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

HIRE

Tickets £34.25 Band A | £32.25 Band B

Tue 13 Apr

7.30pm

CORN EXCHANGE Tickets £16 (£13.50 under-16s) Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 1hr 45mins (including interval)

A powerful contemporary dance production exploring humanity, responsibility and our impact on the world around us. Through three original choreographic works, U uses bold movement and physical storytelling to explore issues affecting our communities today, from spiking awareness and personal safety to emotional vulnerability and the future of our planet.

7.30pm

Age Guide 14+ Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

A brand-new haunting play, Ghost House follows three best friends who, after months of travelling the world, arrive at a remote island lodge for their very last stop. It should be a celebration. Instead, it becomes something far more sinister. When an unseen presence begins to make itself known, they realise they are not alone. As fear tightens its grip, loyalties fracture and buried secrets rise to the surface. Survival instincts take over, and the question shifts from what’s out there… to who can you trust in here?

Ghost House is a chilling blend of supernatural horror and psychological thriller – where the greatest threat may not be the ghost at all.

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APRIL

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THE SIGNATURES: NORTHERN SOUL LIVE

I SAW SATAN AT THE 7-ELEVEN

MUSIC Fri 16 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

THEATRE Fri 16 Apr OLD LIBRARY

7.45pm

7.30pm

Tickets £32.25

Tickets £17.25 (£15.25 concs)

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

Age Guide 16+

Running Time 2hrs 5mins (including interval)

Running Time 66 mins 6 seconds (no interval)

Get ready for a night of Northern Soul classics, powerhouse vocals and infectious energy.

Fear and Loathing meets South Park in a screwball monologue that's part romance, part buddy comedy, part body horror.

Experience the soul-stirring magic, power and expression of The Signatures, featuring 12 musicians including Lorraine Silver, an icon from the legendary Wigan Casino, with her classic track Lost Summer Love. This show guarantees a unique and exhilarating evening filled with more than just the Northern Soul classics. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a journey that takes you back in time and captures the essence of Northern Soul.

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Two miles north of Hell, a nameless deadbeat narrator spots Satan buying soy milk at the 7-Eleven. Satan's a washed-up has-been who’s totally lost his edge. That is until he falls in love with our narrator and the two embark on a debauched misadventure, by turns slapstick, violent, whimsical, dreamlike and tender. Written and performed by Christopher Brett Bailey.

APRIL

DRAGGED TO THE MUSICALS

BUMP

VARIETY Sat 17 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

THEATRE Sat 17 Apr OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

Tickets £34.75 (£31.75 concs, £36.25 to add meet and greet)

Age Guide 13+ Running Time 2hrs 30mins (including interval)

7.30pm

Tickets £16.25 (£14.25 concs) Age Guide 12+ Running Time 1 hour (no interval)

Get ready for a night at the musicals like you’ve never seen before!

A wickedly funny solo show about the impossible performance of modern womanhood.

All the eleganza-extravaganza of the West End combined with the fierce and fabulous world of Drag. A night of sassy showstoppers, where the divas are anything but dull – if you can’t handle the ‘T’ then sashay away cos the dolls are really gonna slay!

Maeve is about to have a baby. But does she actually want one? On the eve of her C‑section, the spirit of her gynaecologist, Dr Marley, appears with a whirlwind of vivid women, and Maeve is forced to confront the truth she’s been avoiding. The question is... will it be too late?

Whether you live for Les Mis, cheer for Mamma Mia!, or you’re crazy for Kinky Boots, there is something for everyone in this ultimate twist on a classic night at the theatre. With super slick show-stoppers and epic camp-choreo, our Queens will leave you gagging! Dragged to the Musicals; serving you a night you won’t forget.

Hilarious, heartfelt and quietly devastating, BUMP explores the tension of maternal ambivalence, revealing the fears, desires and private thoughts women rarely say out loud.

'UNIQUELY ENTERTAINING... CLEVER AND LAUGH-OUTLOUD FUNNY.' BROADWAY BABY

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FRONT ROOM PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

THE UNCRACKABLE CASE

MUSICAL Tue 20 & Wed 21 Apr

7.30pm

Location Corn Exchange Tickets £26.25 (£24.25 concs) Age Guide 8+ Running Time 2hrs 10mins (including interval)

★★★★ ‘ONE OF THE MOST INVENTIVE COMEDY MUSICALS AT THE FRINGE.’ THEATRE WEEKLY

An egg is dead – was he pushed, did he jump, or was it simply a great fall? Enter Jill, a filmmaker with big dreams and an even bigger problem: she's on trial for eggicide. With B.B. Wolf defending her, Little Red out for blood and a courtroom messier than Jack and Jill's tumble down that hill, this case is gripping the nation. Tabloid media, conspiracy theorists and familiar fairy-tale faces collide in The Uncrackable Case – a wild, hilarious musical that’s part courtroom comedy, part murder mystery and part musical fever dream. Think the gloriously ridiculous lovechild of Shrek, Knives Out and Anatomy of a Fall. Murder, mystery, and a pail full of trouble – fresh from a smashhit Edinburgh Fringe run, The Uncrackable Case is coming to a courtroom near you.

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APRIL

OUT OF CHAOS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

A COUNTRY'S TALE: FEASTING, FIGHTING AND FOLK THEATRE Thu 22 Apr OLD LIBRARY

7pm

Tickets £17.25 (£15.25 concs) Age Guide 14+

THE OVERTONES: UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL MUSIC Thu 22 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £33.25 (£20.25 under-16s) Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

Running Time 1hr 45mins (including interval)

Discover the greatest English myths and folktales in one unforgettable performance. Three actors take on over 100 parts – ranging from monsters, mythical kings, heroines and river hags to ghosts and ghastly dragons. This show is a theatrical feast filled with drama, comedy, songs, puppetry, madness and strange meaning. With tales from the towns, rivers, seas, hills and moors, tales from every corner of the country – this is a show that celebrates what unites us, and asks what connects us to these stories today. This show is part of the national Create Tour Connect project and supported by Applause Rural Touring.

Enjoy Motown, soul, doo-wop, pop classics and new material, plus personal stories from the band. The Up Close and Personal tour blends tight harmonies, smooth choreography and signature charm. This intimate, feel-good show offers a fresh yet nostalgic experience from the multi-platinum vocal group, bringing you closer than ever to The Overtones.

‘ONE OF THE UK’S MOST POPULAR AND PROLIFIC ACTS.’ HELLO MAGAZINE

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APRIL

LIBERACE & LIZA MUSIC Fri 23 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

7.30pm

Tickets £32.25 Age Guide Suitable for all ages Running Time 2 hours (including interval)

MOHIT MATHUR PRESENTS

ARE YOU EVEN INDIAN? THEATRE Fri 23 Apr OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

Tickets £17.25 Age Guide 12+ Running Time 1hr 5mins (no interval)

High-voltage virtuosity meets comic chemistry in this dazzling tribute to Liberace & Liza Minnelli. Liberace & Liza Minnelli never performed together, but that didn’t stop David Saffert and Jillian Snow from creating this wildly successful mashup of two over-the-top icons. Saffert’s dizzying piano skills and Snow’s powerhouse belt team up in Cabaret, New York, New York and Over the Rainbow to surprise covers by Lady Gaga and Britney Spears. There are as many laughs as there are sequins when their Liberace & Liza take hilarious (and sometimes mischievous) turns vying for the spotlight.

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A love story about proving your identity, not just to each other, but within the community. Are You Even Indian? follows a British-born Indian woman and an Indian-born man who fall in love. It feels like fate. A meet-cute, wedding dances, Bollywood jokes, and plans for a future they believe they are building together. But as the relationship deepens, so do the cracks. Which country is ‘home’? What language will their child speak? Who gets to decide what makes someone truly Indian? As personal choices clash with family expectations and social labels, the couple must confront love, compromise, and the reality of living in between. Neither fully British, nor fully Indian, the show reflects the experience of a generation navigating relationships and heritage.

APRIL

TALL STORIES PRESENTS

SEVEN DRUNKEN NIGHTS

THE SMEDS AND THE SMOOS

MUSIC Wed 28 Apr 7.30pm CORN EXCHANGE

FAMILY

Tickets £32.25

Sat 24 Apr

Sun 25 Apr

1.30pm & 4.30pm (relaxed)

10.30am & 1.30pm (BSL Interpreted)

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

CORN EXCHANGE

Running Time 2hrs 20mins

Tickets £16.75 (£14.75 child price)

(including interval)

Age Guide 3+ Running Time 55 minutes (no interval)

Soar into space with this Olivier Award-nominated adaptation of the much-loved book by superstar duo Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? Music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged 3 and up, from Tall Stories – the company that brought you The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom live on stage.

The Smeds and The Smoos © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2019, published by Scholastic. BSL performance supported by

This feel-good show celebrates the songs and stories that have shaped Ireland’s rich folk heritage. Classic hits like Whiskey in the Jar and The Irish Rover capture Ireland's spirit, humour, and energy. With powerful performances and an authentic atmosphere, the production takes audiences on a journey through decades of unforgettable music. Don’t miss this vibrant celebration of Irish culture, music, and togetherness.

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APRIL

PAULINE EYRE: ANYONE FOR TENNIS? COMEDY Thu 29 Apr

7.30pm

SALLY BARKER & BROOKS WILLIAMS MUSIC Fri 30 Apr OLD LIBRARY

7.30pm

WOMEN IN ROCK MUSIC Fri 30 Apr CORN EXCHANGE

7.45pm

Tickets £31.75

Tickets £20.25

Age Guide 15+

OLD LIBRARY

Age Guide Suitable for all ages

Running Time 2hrs 20mins

Tickets £20.25

Running Time 1hr 50mins

Age Guide 16+

(including interval)

Running Time 1hr 40mins (including interval)

Expect smashing stories, ace anecdotes and a 40-love letter to tennis. A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis gossip, from the fragrant royal box to the musty locker room, and why line judges are out!

Two greats of the US and UK roots scene join up for a very special tour. It is a shared love of songs, songwriting, acoustic guitar and two-part harmony singing that bring Sally Barker and Brooks Williams together for The Singer’s Tour. Carter Family fuelled. Everly Brothers inspired. A thing of beauty.

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Big voices, big hits from the women who rocked the world! Women in Rock celebrates the artists who broke boundaries, defied expectations, and proved that rock music has never belonged to just one voice. From the raw power of Janis Joplin and Suzi Quatro, to the arena-filling anthems of Tina Turner, Blondie, Joan Jett, Cher, Belinda Carlisle, Pink, Evanescence and Kelly Clarkson, every performance captures the attitude, energy, and spirit that made these artists icons.

COMING SOON

PIP AND POSY LIVE Wed 5 May 1pm & 4pm

HEJIRA: CELEBRATING JONI MITCHELL Thu 6 May

THE CELINE EXPERIENCE Sat 5 Jun

7.30pm

THE RITE OF SPRING Tue 25 May

7.30pm

8pm

BRENDAN COLE & JAMES JORDAN: DANCE REBELS... STRICTLY UNLEASHED!

TOMMY BLAIZE: THE GOLDEN AGE OF SWING Thu 24 Jun 7.30pm

Thu 17 Jun 7.30pm

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NAME A SEAT Seats in the Old Library studio theatre are selling fast: don’t miss your chance to name one! Whether in your own name, a business name, in memory of a loved one or as a gift for someone special, naming a seat is a great way of supporting our work in the Old Library.

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OUR CINEMA Tucked away on the top floor of the Corn Exchange is our cosy 40-seat cinema. Open 6 days a week, we show the best of contemporary and classic cinema, including arthouse, independent, family films, blockbusters, and live screenings of theatre, dance and music performances. Our cinema is the perfect place to switch off and enjoy some refreshments or snacks from our Café Bar.

EVENT CINEMA See live and encore performances from some of the most famous stages in the world, streamed to our cinema and auditorium screens. Enjoy productions from the likes of the National Theatre, Royal Ballet and Opera, Exhibition On Screen and special live music events from the comfort of your local theatre! Find out more at cornexchangenew.com/event-cinema

We also offer regular special screenings including Silver Screens for over-60s, Subtitled, Captioned screenings, monthly Dementia Friendly films, Relaxed screenings and regular Sunday Cinema Club and Cinema Club 55 meets. For families, we have Parent & Babies screenings, as well as a Saturday morning Family Film and Craft offering and regular Tots Cinema screenings. Find out more at cornexchangenew.com/cinema

EOS: RENOIR & LOVE

RBO: COSÌ FAN TUTTE

Wed 20 Jan

8pm

Tue 23 Feb

Sun 24 Jan

1pm

RBO/MET OPERA: LA FANCIULLA DEL WEST Tue 26 Jan 6pm

RBO: GÖTTERDÄMMERUNG Wed 3 Feb

4.45pm

6.45pm

RBO: ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND Tue 23 Mar 7.15pm Sat 3 Apr

2pm

RBO: SWAN LAKE Thu 22 Apr

7.15pm

Film certifications are TBC, please visit the website for more information.

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SEASONAL SOCIALS

Discover our programme of Seasonal Socials at the Corn Exchange Café Bar and Balcony Bar. Find out more at cornexchangenew.com/seasonalsocials

SUNDAY CINEMA CLUB

THEATRE, FILM AND TV QUIZ

Sundays 3 Jan, 7 Feb, 14 Mar & 4 Apr Please see website for timings and age guide

Saturdays 16 Jan, 20 Feb, 27 Mar & 24 Apr 6.30pm for a 7pm quiz start

£10 enjoy 10% off food at the Café Bar with your ticket Join fellow film fans after the screening for an informal chat in our Balcony Bar. For our Thursday morning Cinema Club for over 55s, please see page 56.

£3 per person, teams of up to 6 people Age Guide 16+ Take on our popular quiz night for movie lovers and be in with a chance to win tickets!

CREATIVE WRITERS CLUB Wednesdays 6 Jan, 3 Feb, 3 Mar & 7 Apr 5.30pm – 7pm £3.50 includes tea, americano or draught soft drink Age Guide 14+ Meet, collaborate and share ideas with fellow seasoned and aspiring writers.

POKÉMON CLUB Saturdays 16 Jan, 20 Feb, 20 Mar & 17 Apr 10.30am – 1pm Free (no booking required) Join our monthly meet-up to trade and play with your friends and other like-minded people.

Children must be accompanied by an adult

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BOOK CLUB Sundays 17 Jan, 21 Feb, 21 Mar & 18 Apr 2pm Free (pre-booking required) Come together on the third Sunday of every month to chat about our latest read.

CAFÉ BARS Whether you’re meeting with friends, family or colleagues, our Café Bars at the Corn Exchange and Old Library are the perfect places to grab a coffee, a bite to eat or a sweet treat. At the Corn Exchange, from 12pm you can enjoy a tasty twelve-inch, wood-fired Margherita (v), Pepperoni or vegetable topped Ortolana (v) with a choice of toppings such as chorizo crumb, pico de gallo or hot honey. If you're coming to a show, you can pre-order a pizza from your text or the booking pathway when you book a ticket, to enjoy an hour before the show. Image Credit:Tim Easton

If you enjoy our hot drinks, why not pick up one of our loyalty cards for teas and coffees at the Corn Exchange and the Old Library? Buy 9 teas or coffees at either venue and get your 10th free*. Don’t forget to bring your reusable cup for 25p off! Every purchase from our Café Bars supports the work we do. Visit cornexchangenew.com/eatingdrinking for up-to-date opening times and menus for both venues. *For full terms and conditions visit cornexchangenew.com/offers

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PARTY PACKAGES Book a cinema, dance, drama or craft party with us. Party bags and food options are available. Visit cornexchangenew.com/partypackages for more details.

VENUE HIRE

Old Library studio

Planning a celebration or work event? Let us help you make it truly unforgettable! The Corn Exchange Auditorium, Cinema, Balcony Bar and the Old Library are available for hire. With our in-house creative expertise we’ll help bring your event to life. Please visit cornexchangenew.com/hire or email hires@cornexchangenew.co.uk

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YOUTH THEATRE

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TUESDAYS (5 JAN – 16 MAR)

4pm – 4.45pm

SATURDAYS (9 JAN – 20 MAR)

9am – 9.45am

Years 3 – 6

TUESDAYS (5 JAN – 16 MAR)

5pm – 6pm

£75

Years 7 – 9

TUESDAYS (5 JAN – 16 MAR)

6.15pm – 7.15pm

£75

PETER PAN COMPANY

Years 3 – 9

SATURDAYS (9 JAN – 20 MAR)

10am – 5pm

£75

INTERMEDIATE YOUTH THEATRE

Years 10 – 11

THURSDAYS (7 JAN – 18 MAR)

5.45pm – 7.15pm

£80

INFANT YOUTH THEATRE JUNIOR YOUTH THEATRE

Reception – Year 2

£70

This table refers to school years and not ages. The spring term will start week commencing Monday 4 January. There will be no sessions w/c Monday 15 February (half term). Fees will be payable in advance of the term starting and there are sibling discounts and bursary options available. Please e-mail youththeatre@cornexchangenew.co.uk for further information.

YOUTH DANCE COMPANY

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The Corn Exchange Youth Dance Company (Junior and Senior) is for young people aged 11 – 19 with a passion for contemporary dance, and the desire and drive to perform and advance their training in a fun and supportive environment. Led by Laura Kelleher-Byrne and Reuben Spencer. Entry is by audition only.

JUNIOR YOUTH DANCE

Suitable for ages 11 – 13

WEDNESDAYS (6 JAN – 24 MAR)

4.30pm – 6pm

£94

SENIOR YOUTH DANCE

Suitable for ages 14 – 19

TUESDAYS (5 JAN – 23 MAR)

4.30pm – 6pm

£94

The spring term will start week commencing Monday 4 January. There will be no sessions w/c Monday 15 February (half term). Register your interest to join our Youth Dance Company now by emailing getinvolved@cornexchangenew.co.uk

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OLD LIBRARY CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND YOUNG PEOPLE STREET DANCE Fridays 8 Jan – 19 Mar* 5pm – 6pm Ages 7 – 11

£75 FOR 10 WEEK COURSE

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CONTEMPORARY DANCE Fridays 8 Jan – 12 Feb & 26 Feb – 19 Mar 6.15pm – 7.15pm Led by local dancer Katie Chamberlain you'll explore dynamic movement, floorwork, improvisation and choreography while building strength, flexibility and performance skills. Ages 14 – 18

£45 FOR 6 WEEK COURSE £30 FOR 4 WEEK COURSE

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RHYME AND SHINE Mondays

11 Jan – 22 Mar*

9.30am – 10.30am Ages 0 – 5 (Older siblings welcome)

£6 PER SESSION (1 ADULT AND 1 CHILD), £2.50 PER ADDITIONAL CHILD

POST-NATAL SINGING Mondays 11 Jan – 8 Feb & 22 Feb – 22 Mar 11am – 12pm Parents with babies up to 6 months

£50 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

I ncludes a tea or filtered coffee from our Café Bar *no session w/c Mon 15 Feb

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MUSICAL THEATRE MONDAYS NEW JUNIORS Mondays

11 Jan – 8 Feb &

22 Feb – 22 Mar 5pm – 6pm Ages 7 – 11

SENIORS Mondays

22 Feb – 22 Mar

6.15pm – 7.15pm Ages 11 – 14 Learn songs and movement based around much-loved musicals while developing musical theatre skills in a supportive environment.

£37.50 FOR 5 WEEK COURSE

OLD LIBRARY CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND YOUNG PEOPLE YOUNG CREATIVES LIGHTING DESIGN BEGINNERS Wednesdays 13 Jan – 24 Mar* 4pm – 5pm Ages 14 – 18

FREE

LIGHTING DESIGN INTERMEDIATES Wednesdays 13 Jan – 24 Mar* 5pm – 6.30pm

CREATE AND MAKE

Ages 14 – 18

HALF TERM

FREE

Mon 15 – Thu 18 Feb

STANDARD DAY: 10am – 4pm EXTENDED DAY: 8.30am – 5.30pm Packed with arts and crafts, drama, and hands-on activities inspired by exciting themes, this holiday club gives children the chance to explore the creative arts and develop new skills. Ages 4 – 11

£37.50 STANDARD DAY £42.50 EXTENDED DAY

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MUSICAL THEATRE MORNING HALF TERM Fri 19 Feb 10am – 1pm Ages 7 – 10

£18 PER PERSON

MUSICAL THEATRE AFTERNOON HALF TERM Fri 19 Feb 2pm – 5pm Ages 11 – 14

£18 PER PERSON

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*no session w/c Mon 15 Feb

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OLD LIBRARY WORKSHOPS AND COURSES FOR ADULTS TAI CHI: OPEN LEVEL

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Thursdays 7 Jan – 11 Feb & 25 Feb – 25 Mar 2pm – 3pm Ages 55+

£60 FOR HALF TERM 1 (6 WEEK COURSE) £50 FOR HALF TERM 2 (5 WEEK COURSE)

TAI CHI: INTERMEDIATE Thursdays 7 Jan – 25 Mar* 3.15pm – 4.15pm Ages 55+

£110 FOR 11 WEEK COURSE

SINGING FOR RECOVERY Fridays 8 Jan – 19 Mar* 9.45am – 11am Led by soprano Claire Bessent, these wellbeing sessions use vocal warm-ups and group singing to promote recovery.

SING 55

DARE TO DANCE

Tuesdays 5 Jan – 23 Mar*

Wednesdays 6 Jan – 24 Mar*

2pm – 3.30pm

2.45pm – 3.45pm

Ages 55+

£6 PER PERSON, PER SESSION

£110 FOR 11 WEEK COURSE

ADULT THEATRE SKILLS

MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE

YOGA

7.30pm – 9pm

Ages 18+

PAY WHAT YOU FEEL

Thursdays 7 Jan – 25 Mar*

Tuesdays

Wednesdays 6 Jan – 24 Mar*

5 Jan – 9 Feb & 23 Feb – 23 Mar

6.15pm – 7.15pm

7.30pm – 9pm

Ages 18+

£110 FOR 11 WEEK COURSE

Ages 18+

£110 FOR 11 WEEK COURSE

ACCESSIBLE PILATES NEW

£60 FOR HALF TERM 1 (6 WEEK COURSE) £50 FOR HALF TERM 2 (5 WEEK COURSE)

Fridays 8 Jan – 12 Feb** 10.15am – 11.15am Ages 18+

£50 FOR 5 WEEK COURSE

AERIAL SLING STRETCH Fridays 8 Jan – 12 Feb & 26 Feb – 19 Mar 11.45am – 12.40pm & 12.45pm – 1.40pm Image Credit: Tim Easton

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Ages 18+

£108 FOR HALF TERM 1 (6 WEEK COURSE) £72 FOR HALF TERM 2 (4 WEEK COURSE)

*no session w/c Mon 15 Feb | **No session Fri 22 Jan

OLD LIBRARY WORKSHOPS AND COURSES FOR ADULTS ADULT BALLET NEW Fridays 8 Jan – 12 Feb & 26 Feb – 19 Mar 2pm – 3pm Ages 18+

£60 FOR HALF TERM 1 (6 WEEK COURSE) £40 FOR HALF TERM 2 (4 WEEK COURSE)

ARTFUL JOURNEYS: BEGINNERS Mondays 11 Jan – 8 Feb & 22 Feb – 22 Mar 11.45am – 1.45pm Ages 55+

£70 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

ARTFUL JOURNEYS: INTERMEDIATES Mondays 11 Jan – 8 Feb & 22 Feb – 22 Mar 2pm – 4pm Ages 55+

£70 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

VINYASA YOGA NEW Mondays 11 Jan – 22 Mar* 6pm – 7pm Ages 18+

£100 FOR 10 WEEK COURSE

MUSICAL THEATRE NEW SINGING

WELLNESS RETREAT Sun 17 Jan

9.30am – 3.30pm

This full day nurturing wellness retreat combines guided breathwork, meditation, gentle yoga, and restorative practices to help you slow down, recharge, and reconnect with yourself. Ages 18+

£120 PER PERSON (INCLUDES LUNCH FROM COLLINE’S KITCHEN AND REFRESHMENTS)

REDCAPE THEATRE WORKSHOPS NEW PHYSICAL THEATRE & MIME Sat 23 Jan

10am – 1pm

Explore expressive movement, learn mime techniques, and create clear visual stories through simple, collaborative ensemble work.

SCRIPTWRITING Sat 6 Feb 10am – 1pm Create memorable characters; write and perform your own monologue or dramatic scene in a supportive and playful space. Ages 18+

£35 PER PERSON, PER SESSION

RESTORATIVE YOGA & SOUND HEALING Sun 7 Feb

10am – 11.45am

Ages 18+

£35 PER PERSON

INTRODUCTION TO NEW CLOWNING Sun 21 Feb

10am – 12pm

Ages 18+

£20 PER PERSON

INTRODUCTION TO NEW BHARATANATYAM Mon 1 Mar

7.15pm – 9pm

Come along and try Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance form, with Bhavana from Kamalaasya Dance School.

Wednesdays

Ages 18+

13 Jan – 10 Feb & 24 Feb – 24 Mar

£16 PER PERSON

7.15pm – 8.30pm

£50 PER PERSON, PER 5 WEEK COURSE

YOGA NIDRA AND CRYSTAL BOWL SOUND HEALING

HATHA YOGA NEW

Ages 18+

Thursdays

£25 PER PERSON

Ages 18+

Sun 21 Mar 10.30am – 12pm

14 Jan – 11 Feb & 25 Feb – 25 Mar 10am – 11am Ages 55+

£50 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

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FOR OUR COMMUNITIES AT THE CORN EXCHANGE MEMORY CAFÉ

COFFEE COMPANIONS

Wednesdays

Every Thursday

20 Jan, 17 Feb, 17 Mar & 21 Apr

10.30am – 12.30pm

10.30am – 12pm

Ages 55+

FREE (NO BOOKING REQUIRED)

PAY WHAT YOU FEEL (PRE-BOOKING REQUIRED)

CINEMA CLUB 55

STITCH AND SEW

14 Jan, 11 Feb & 11 Mar

Thursdays

Every Thursday

11am

10am – 11.30am

Ages 55+

FREE (NO BOOKING REQUIRED)

£6.30 PER PERSON (INCLUDES FILM AND

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GUIDED REVIEW SESSION)

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SCREENINGS Our Dementia Friendly screenings are designed to meet the needs of people living with dementia along with their families and carers. These sessions in our cinema offer a supportive and accessible environment with reduced sound levels and low lighting, freedom to move around or sing along and have a short comfort break.

CHICAGO (2002) (12A) Wed 13 Jan

11am

THE LOVE BUG (1968) (U)

DR NO (1962) (PG)

Wed 10 Feb 11am

Wed 10 Mar

11am

TICKETS £6.30 (INCLUDES TEA, COFFEE AND BISCUITS) If you would like to find out more information, please email getinvolved@cornexchangenew.co.uk or call 01635 522733 These screenings are supported by Newbury Racecourse.

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E TO SIGN SCAN HER BASE'S UP TO THE IST: MAILING L Spring is all about new beginnings, and what better way to embrace that spirit than by creating something from scratch with your own hands? Our new season is packed with exhibitions, workshops and courses to inspire creativity, bring people together and help you learn new skills. You might have noticed a few changes recently… It’s been about a year since The Base moved to its own ticketing system, so our website looks a little different, and booking may have involved a few extra questions. We’re still managed by the Corn Exchange and remain one big arty family, sharing the same vision and values, but The Base also has its own ambitious plans for the future. We now have our own mailing list, giving us more space to share what’s happening here, tell you about our Base Pass membership scheme, highlight our community work and raise awareness of The Base charity. Sign up by scanning the QR code to the right or by visiting our website. We hope you’ll join us this spring to try something new, discover a hidden talent and make time for creativity. We can’t wait to welcome you! Steph Johnson Gallery Manager

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GENerate

STUDENT ART EXHIBITION Fri 8 Jan – Sun 24 Jan

Visit Tue – Sun, 10am – 5pm Songs and Stories in the Gallery Sat 16 & Fri 22 Jan Relaxed Day Thu 14 Jan Tickets £2 suggested donation

Marvel at the next GENeration of artists' creations. Celebrating the imagination, creativity and talent of young local artists, GENerate 2027 is a curated exhibition bringing together artwork by over 200 young people from a range of local education settings. With thanks to our funders Greenham Trust, Newbury Town Council and Thatcham Town Council.

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Fri 26 Feb – Sun 11 Apr Visit Tue – Sun, 10am – 5pm* Tickets £0 Base Pass holder (see page 58), full price £12.20 (£10.50 concs, £10 groups 10+, £8 under-16s, FREE under-5s) Songs and Stories in the Gallery Thu 11, Sat 20 Mar & Fri 9 Apr *Gallery Lates Thu 11 Mar & Thu 25 Mar, Gallery open until 8pm Family Day Sat 13 Mar

The world’s finest nature images are revealed as Wildlife Photographer of the Year 62 comes to The Base! The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixty-second year and on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, features some of the most exceptional nature photography taken today from across the globe. The exhibition shines a light on powerful and fascinating images that capture hidden animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world. Using photography's unique emotive power to engage and inspire audiences, the images share stories and species from around the world, encouraging a future of advocating for the planet.

Relaxed Days Thu 18 Mar & Thu 8 Apr

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THE BASE EXHIBITION THEMED EVENTS All sessions on this page include exhibition entry.

POETRY OPEN MIC NIGHT Thu 18 Mar 6.30pm – 8pm

£13 PER PERSON

TALK: THE SUSTAINABLE DARKROOM Thu 25 Mar 6.30pm – 8pm

£16 PER PERSON

MASTER THE ART OF IPHONE PHOTOGRAPHY Sun 4 Apr 9.30am – 4.30pm

SONGS AND STORIES IN THE GALLERY

WILDLIFE SILK PAINTING

Sat 16, Fri 22 Jan, Thu 11, Sat 20 Mar & Fri 9 Apr

£36 PER PERSON

9.30am – 10.30am

EXPRESSIVE WILDLIFE PAINTING

Fri 5 Mar 2pm – 4pm

Parents with babies up to 24 months

SEE WEBSITE FOR TICKET PRICE

WILDLIFE COLLAGE

Sat 6 Mar

£101 PER PERSON

3pm – 5.30pm

£61 PER PERSON

Sun 28 Feb

TALK: WPY62 IN FOCUS

10am – 11.30am: Ages 8 – 11 1pm – 3.30pm: Ages 18+

£16 PER PERSON

£36 FOR AGES 8 – 11 £61 FOR AGES 18+

In this immersive full-day workshop, professional photographer Hannah Gamble helps you take photos you’ll be proud of using just your iPhone.

Thu 11 Mar

6.30pm – 8pm

CLAY ANIMALS Sat 13 Mar 10am – 12pm

AFTER SCHOOL SKETCHING IN THE GALLERY

Ages 8 – 11

£36 PER CHILD

Thursdays 4, 11, 18 & 25 Mar 4pm – 5pm Take inspiration from the images in the Gallery, use viewfinders and a range of sketching materials to experiment with drawings for your sketchbook. Ages 11 – 16

£21 PER CHILD, PER SESSION

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THE BASE FUN FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES CARDBOARD ANIMAL CREATIONS Sun 7 Mar 10am – 11.30am Ages 5 – 11

£18 PER CHILD

BEGINNERS INTRODUCTION TO OIL PAINTING Sat 13 Mar 2pm – 4pm Ages 12 – 17

£36 PER YOUNG PERSON

ART CLUB

MINI MAKERS

Thursdays 14 Jan – 11 Feb

Fridays

4pm – 5.30pm

29 Jan, 19 Feb, 5 Mar & 9 Apr

Ages 11 – 14

10.30am – 11.30am

£51 FOR 5 WEEK COURSE

Ages 2 – 5

£8.50 PER CHILD

I-SPY: MAKE A CAMOUFLAGED VIEWFINDER Sat 27 Mar 10am – 11.30am Ages 5 – 11

£18 PER CHILD

POTTERY WHEEL THROWING Sat 13 Feb & Sun 18 Apr 10.30am – 12pm Ages 7+

£56 PER YOUNG PERSON

HOLIDAY ART CLUB Half Term: Mon 15 – Thu 18 Feb

IT’S MONSTER TIME Sat 16 Jan

2pm – 3.30pm

Join artist and illustrator Tim Furr for a fun, relaxed and easy-to-follow art workshop where children can let their imaginations run wild. Ages 6 – 11

£17.50 PER CHILD

CHILDREN'S GELI PLATE PRINTING Sun 24 Jan 3pm – 4.30pm Ages 7 – 11

£16 PER CHILD

Easter: Tue 30 Mar – Thu 8 Apr 10am – 1pm

£21 PER CHILD, PER SESSION

(10% DISCOUNT WHEN BOOKING 5 OR MORE SESSIONS IN THE SAME TRANSACTION)

DRAW THE JURASSIC 1pm – 3pm

Ages 6 – 10

1.30pm – 4pm: Ages 12 – 17 Learn basic knife techniques with Quin Woodcraft and carve your own tiny wooden toadstools in this family friendly session.

£21 PER PERSON (UNDER-12S MUST

BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PAYING ADULT)

£21 PER CHILD

FASHION ILLUSTRATION Sat 20 Feb

Sat 3 Apr 10am – 12.30pm : Ages 7 – 11

Ages 6 – 11

Fri 19 Feb

TINY TOADSTOOL FAMILY WOOD CARVING

10am – 12pm

Ages 11 – 14

£31 PER YOUNG PERSON

LEARN TO PAINT Sat 10 Apr

2pm – 3.30pm

Ages 7 – 11

£31 PER CHILD

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THE BASE WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS Young people aged 16+ are welcome to attend when accompanied by a paying adult.

LEARN UPHOLSTERY: FUNCTIONAL FOOTSTALL Sun 24 Jan 10am – 1pm

£66 PER PERSON

INTRODUCTION TO SILVER JEWELLERY: SILVER WISHBONE RING Sat 30 Jan

10am – 1.30pm

£86 PER PERSON

CROCHET IN A DAY: BUILD YOUR SKILLS Sun 31 Jan 10am – 3pm

£116 PER PERSON, WITH MATERIALS

PROVIDED £91 PER PERSON, WITHOUT MATERIALS

EXPLORE PAPER LITHOGRAPHY Fri 5 Feb 10am – 12pm

£51 PER PERSON

MAKE YOUR OWN ANODISED ALUMINIUM JEWELLERY Sat 6 Feb & Sun 21 Mar 10am – 4pm

JIGSAW PRINTMAKING Sat 9 Jan 10am – 1pm

£61 PER PERSON

FULL DAY PORTRAIT MASTERCLASS Sat 23 Jan

INTRODUCTION TO GLASS FUSING Sun 17 Jan 11am – 5pm

£121 PER PERSON

(£10 DISCOUNT WHEN BOOKED WITH GLASS FUSING: CRACKLE TECHNIQUE)

LOOSE WATERCOLOURS: FOOD AND FLOWERS Fri 22 Jan 10am – 1pm

£121 PER PERSON, WITH LUNCH £111 PER PERSON, WITHOUT LUNCH

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£86 PER PERSON

10am – 4pm

Suited for all skill levels, this masterclass with Portrait Artist of the Year participant Ellie Kerr-Smiley, will delve into how to create a compelling portrait, from the basic building blocks of constructing a sketch to understanding how to use oil paint.

£56 PER PERSON

Learn how to dye and print anodised aluminium to make your own pair of earrings, pendant or cuff bangle.

MAKE A WILLOW OWL Sun 7 Feb 10am – 4pm

£81 PER PERSON I ncludes hot drink from Honesty café

THE BASE WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS CREATE YOUR OWN PET PORTRAIT

SPRING COPPER WREATH

Sat 20 Feb 2pm – 5pm

Sat 6 Mar 10am – 2pm

£41 PER PERSON

GLASS FUSING: CRACKLE TECHNIQUE

Learn the art of embossing onto coloured foil creating your own decorative wreath to celebrate Spring with Flora Gare.

Sun 21 Feb 11am – 5pm

£66 PER PERSON

£121 PER PERSON

(£10 DISCOUNT WHEN BOOKED WITH INTRODUCTION TO GLASS FUSING)

STARTING WITH GOUACHE: FOLK FLORALS Tue 9 Feb

10am – 12pm

£46 PER PERSON

DRAWING WITH WIRE: SNOWDROPS Fri 12 Feb 10am – 2pm

£61 PER PERSON

POTTERY TASTER Sat 13 Mar & Sun 18 Apr 2pm – 5pm

£76 PER PERSON

PAINTING FOR PRODUCTS Tue 23 Feb

10am – 1pm

Create your own watercolour or gouache artwork to be printed onto a product of your choice, from tea towels to aprons.

£66 PER PERSON

(PRODUCT COSTS ARE ADDITIONAL, STARTING AT £12 PLUS POSTAGE)

WOODEN SPOON CARVING Sat 27 Feb 10am – 4pm

£91 PER PERSON

STAINED GLASS HEARTS Sun 14 Feb 10am – 4pm

£91 PER PERSON

MAKE A WILLOW SWIFT Sun 7 Mar 2pm – 4.30pm

£46 PER PERSON

P lease see website for details of materials required

Box Office 01635 522733

THE BASE WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS BLOOM & WEAVE: MACRAMÉ SPRING WREATH Sun 14 Mar 2pm – 4.30pm

£56 PER PERSON

INTRODUCTION TO STAINED GLASS: FLORA AND FAUNA Sat 20 Mar 10am – 4pm

£91 PER PERSON

INTRODUCTION TO SILVER JEWELLERY: RUSSIAN RING Sat 27 Mar 1pm – 5pm

KNIT IN A DAY: BEGINNER BASICS Sun 11 Apr

10am – 3pm

Perfect for absolute beginners, this one-day workshop with Naomi Ticehurst, founder of Never Without Wool, gives you all the essentials to start your knitting journey with confidence.

£116 PER PERSON, WITH MATERIALS PROVIDED £91 PER PERSON, WITHOUT MATERIALS PROVIDED

£106 PER PERSON

NEEDLE FELTING LANDSCAPES Fri 12 Mar

10am – 2.30pm

£61 PER PERSON

CHARCOAL DRAWING Sat 10 Apr

10am – 12.30pm

£56 PER PERSON

CREATE A SENSORY HERB GARDEN Sat 17 Apr

10am – 12pm

£76 PER PERSON

SUMINAGASHI: THE ART OF JAPANESE INK MARBLING

SEED SOWING FOR SUCCESS Sun 14 Mar 10am – 12pm

Sat 17 Apr

Learn how to sow seeds, connect with nature, yourself and others and find some much needed headspace with Adventures with Flowers.

2pm – 4.30pm

£49.50 PER PERSON I ncludes hot drink from Honesty café

£76 PER PERSON

P lease see website for details of materials required

THE BASE'S FESTIVAL OF ARTS & CRAFTS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR Sat 12 & Sun 13 Jun

Suggested donation on entry

ART EXHIBITION & TASTER WORKSHOPS Sat 12 – Sun 27 Jun

Our annual celebration of arts, crafts, and artisan food and drink is back this summer! Keep an eye on The Base's website and social media for more information as it is announced.

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SAVE THE DATE!

THE BASE COURSES FOR ADULTS EXPERIMENTAL DRAWING

Can young people attend adult workshops and courses?

Wednesdays

Yes! Young people aged 16+ are welcome to attend our adult workshops and courses when accompanied by a paying adult.

6 Jan – 3 Feb & 24 Feb – 24 Mar 10am – 12.30pm

£91 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

EXPLORING ART: BEYOND THE BASICS Mondays 11 Jan – 8 Feb & 22 Feb – 22 Mar 10am – 12pm

£61 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

ART FOUNDATIONS Mondays 11 Jan – 8 Feb & 22 Feb – 22 Mar 1pm – 3pm

£131 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

EXPERIMENTAL LANDSCAPES Mondays

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What if I can no longer attend?

OIL PAINTING IMPROVERS Wednesdays 13 Jan – 10 Feb & 24 Feb – 24 Mar 2pm – 4pm

£101 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

We’re unable to offer refunds or credit for cancellations. However, you can choose to add ticket protection when booking for extra peace of mind. More questions? Get in touch – see below!

LIFE DRAWING Wednesdays 13 Jan – 10 Feb & 24 Feb – 24 Mar 6pm – 8pm

£96 FOR HALF TERM 1 (5 WEEK COURSE) £177 FOR HALF TERM 2 (10 WEEK COURSE)

WATERCOLOURS AND PASTELS

11 Jan – 8 Feb & 22 Feb – 22 Mar

Thursdays

6pm – 8pm

14 Jan – 11 Feb & 25 Feb – 25 Mar

£86 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

10am – 12pm

£61 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

CLAY CLASS Tuesdays 12 Jan – 9 Feb & 23 Feb – 23 Mar 6pm – 8pm From hand-building to throwing on the potter’s wheel, explore the possibilities of clay and develop your skills with Susie from Pots of Hope. Suitable for all abilities.

£187 FOR 5 WEEKS £351 FOR 10 WEEKS

BEGINNERS OIL PAINTING Thursdays 14 Jan – 11 Feb & 25 Feb – 25 Mar 7pm – 9pm

£101 PER 5 WEEK COURSE

LINOPRINTING Fridays 15 Jan – 12 Feb 7pm – 9pm Discover the mindful and creative art of linoprinting with Charlotte Adcock. You will learn traditional printmaking techniques, including how to design, carve and print your own images.

£126 FOR 5 WEEK COURSE D iscount for Base Pass Plus holders

P lease see website for details of materials required

VENUE HIRE From meetings and team-building creative workshops to Private View events for your clients, our spaces are available to hire for all kinds of occasions. We’d love to chat about the possibilities!

PARTY PACKAGES Book our Lookout Studio for an arty party that’s creative, colourful and fun. Perfect for all ages.

GET IN TOUCH

Email admin@thebasegreenham.co.uk

Box Office 01635 522733

SUPPORTERS We are grateful for the support and generosity of all of our donors, Members and Companions. cornexchangenew.com/oursupporters Corn Exchange (Newbury) Trust would like to thank the following organisations for their generous support:

Anglian Home Improvements, Adrian Swire Charitable Trust, Ambrose and Ann Appelbe Trust, Doris Field Charitable Trust, Four Barrows Foundation, GJ Ward Charitable Trust, The Headley Trust, The Lily and Marcus Sieff Charitable Trust, Makin Family Trust, Mobbs Memorial Trust, Payne-Gallwey Charitable Trust, R. C. Smallbone, Sabina Sutherland Charitable Trust, Trelix Charitable Trust

The Base Greenham gratefully acknowledges funding from:

Events wouldn’t happen without our team of dedicated volunteers. We would like to thank all of our volunteers for kindly giving up their time. If you are over 18 and interested in taking part, please email volunteers@cornexchangenew.co.uk or call 01635 582666.

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The Corn Exchange (Newbury) Trust is registered charity 1080567 and 3908975 company limited by guarantee.

BOOKING VISIT US

DISCOUNTS

Tue, 10am – 4pm (or until the end of the performance) Wed – Sat, 10am – 9pm (or until the end of the performance) Sun, 11am – 6pm (or until the end of the performance)

BOOKING FEES

Corn Exchange Market Place Newbury Berkshire RG14 5BD

What3Words w3w.co/corn.season.beard Old Library Cheap Street Newbury RG14 5DH Mon – Fri, 10am – 4pm Sat, 9am – 3pm (check cornexchangenew.com/visit-us for up-to-date times) For performances, the venue will be open an hour before the performance start time. Please check the website for up-to-date timings.

The Base Greenham Communications Road Greenham Business Park Greenham RG19 6HN Gallery open Tue – Sun, 10am – 5pm (except occasional Gallery Lates, see thebasegreenham.co.uk for more info)

TRAVEL

Corn Exchange and Old Library are both in the town centre and a 5 minute walk from Newbury train station. Please consider making the green choice by walking to our venue or taking a mode of public transport. If you need to drive, parking is available at a number of town centre car parks; including the Wharf, Newbury Library, the Kennet Centre, Parkway and Northcroft Leisure Centre. There are also multiple bus stops and bicycle parking areas within the Market Place. Visit cornexchangenew.com/travel to find out more.

HOW TO BOOK

TALK TO US 01635 522733

Please see our website for up to date opening hours.

EMAIL US

boxoffice@cornexchangenew.co.uk

Concessions are available on selected shows for: Groups, Under-19s, Senior Citizens, Full-time Students, Universal Credit Claimants, and Blue Light Card holders. Those who are disabled and their essential companions are also entitled to concessions (where concessions apply). All live events and live broadcasts (including encores) will be subject to a non-refundable £1.25 booking fee per ticket which is included in the advertised price. For paid exhibitions, workshops and courses at The Base, Greenham this will be £1. For films a 75p booking fee is included in the price of the ticket. Booking fees for schools and groups will be capped at £7.50 per booking. Companions are exempt from the ticket booking fee for activity at the Corn Exchange and Old Library. No booking fees are payable for our workshops and courses programme at the Old Library.

TERMS

• Tickets are non-refundable except in the case of a cancelled event. Booking fees and ticket protection purchased via Secure My Booking are non-refundable. • In the case of a sold-out show tickets may be put up for resale. Resale is not guaranteed but if they are successfully resold a £1 admin fee will apply. Members and Companions are exempt from this charge. • Tickets can be posted for an additional charge of £2.25. This is non-refundable once tickets have been posted, even in the case of an event cancellation. • Only one discount per ticket and proof required to collect concessionary tickets. • Tickets for babies up to 18 months must have a babe in arms ticket which costs a £1 administration fee unless otherwise specified for specific events. • All children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paying adult. • Pushchairs and prams will not be permitted inside the auditorium. • Some ticket prices include a £1 contribution to the investment fund levy. This is part of the agreed contractual arrangements with the visiting company. • Some performances are on general sale in advance of the publication of the brochure; subscribe to receive emails by visiting cornexchangenew.com/newsletter to be notified of any additions to the programme. • In the case of a show being rescheduled, all customers will be given the option

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to transfer their tickets to the new date. If this new date does not work for the customer, a refund or credit to the full value of the tickets will be offered. Please note that once you have accepted tickets for the rescheduled date the standard terms and conditions of sale will then apply. • All tickets are sold subject to availability and our current terms and conditions. • We will not tolerate any abusive or aggressive behaviour and reserve the right to ask anyone behaving in this manner to leave and may refuse entry in the future. For full T&Cs please visit cornexchangenew.com/legal

ACCESS

• Please tell us when booking if you require an induction loop, if you use a wheelchair or if you have any additional access needs. • The Corn Exchange, Old Library and The Base are accessible by wheelchair. • The Corn Exchange, Old Library and The Base have accessible toilets. • Registered assistance dogs are welcome. • The Corn Exchange offers those who are disabled concession priced tickets (where concessions apply). Essential Companion tickets are also available at either concession rate or complimentary where applicable. • To find out more about accessible services and performances at the Corn Exchange please visit cornexchangenew.com/access or email boxoffice@cornexchangenew.co.uk

DATA PROTECTION

The Corn Exchange (Newbury) Trust is committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 and to upholding the principles of good information handling practice. We will always store your personal details securely. We’ll use your details to provide the service that you have requested and communicate with you in the way(s) you have actively agreed to. We will never pass your details on to anyone else without your explicit consent. You are free to amend how we contact you at any time by changing your contact preferences online or by emailing boxoffice@cornexchangenew.co.uk. Our full privacy policy is available at cornexchangenew.com/privacy-policy. The Corn Exchange (Newbury) Trust is registered charity 1080567 and 3908975 company limited by guarantee.

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