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Cornerstone Arts Centre
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Didcot's home of art, comedy, dance, drama, classes and so much more!

https://www.cornerstone-arts.org/
Come along to Nick Sharratt’s Picture Book Drawalong on Sat 1 Nov and join the illustrator behind some of the nation’s favourite picture books for an hour of creative, family fun!

Don’t forget, there will be FREE drop-in art activities before and after the show too! orlo.uk/lU1nO
October 28, 2025 at 8:29 AM
The Dreaming Spires are back, bringing award-winning songwriter Hannah White as a very special guest. Expect soaring harmonies, heartfelt stories and the best of UK Americana right here in Didcot🎶

📅 Fri 7 Nov, 7.30pm

www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/dreami...

#LiveMusic #FolkMusic #WhatsOnOxon
October 22, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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Music Box “PopUp” Record Store 10am SATURDAY 18th OCTOBER “POPALONG” to Cornerstone Arts Centre Didcot Lots of BrandNew Secondhand VINYL & get info about our “OpenDecks” events #FlickingNotClicking #vinyl #plattersthatmatter #didcot. #oxfordshire @cornerstonearts.bsky.social
October 10, 2025 at 9:53 AM
This Fri 10 Oct, join us from 5-7pm for drinks, snacks, and a peek behind the art with the artists of There's a Hole in the Bucket. 🌿
The exhibition explores how nature shapes our wellbeing and how human connection can help us face environmental challenges.

#PublicArt #Gallery #WhatsOnOxfordshire
October 8, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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Dear Theatre Gods. I pray for a show with history, energy, beautiful language, amazing costume, fabulous performance, highs, lows, tragedy, romance and an astonishing ending!

Well... you're in luck @cornerstonearts.bsky.social

That Knave, Raleigh brings all that to you in just a week!

📅 10 Oct
October 3, 2025 at 3:16 PM
We LOVE our new window display for Beauty and the Beast (can you tell we're a little excited about this fabulous show?) 😍

Thanks to Carbon Colour for putting it up for us so quickly!

🎫 www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/beauty...

#Panto #WhatsOnOxfordshire #SupportingLocalBusinesses
October 1, 2025 at 3:36 PM
We can't wait!! Tickets also available via our website and box office 🙂

🎫 www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/pete-f...
September 29, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Meet our young cast! ✨

After a fantastic audition process earlier this month, 24 talented young performers from across Oxfordshire (aged 9–18) have been chosen to join the professional company, forming three chorus teams for Beauty and the Beast 🎭 Polka Dot Pantomimes!

orlo.uk/BTpYu
September 25, 2025 at 8:52 AM
Have you seen Nosferatu (2024)? Join us and experience the ORIGINAL 1922 silent classic in all its eerie glory! 🎬

See the legendary vampire on our big screen, accompanied by a live score that brings every shadow, creak, and heartbeat to life.
📆 Thu 6 Nov www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/nosfer...
September 23, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Didcot just got a little less “normal.” ✨

Fri 7 Nov, The Dreaming Spires return home with their brand-new album Normal Town. Expect soaring harmonies, big hooks and even bigger heart.

Tickets will go fast!
www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/dreami...

#Folk #LiveMusic #WhatsOnOxfordshire #Didcot
September 19, 2025 at 8:10 AM
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to our Open Auditions for Beauty & The Beast on Saturday! 🧡

We were blown away by the talent, passion, and energy in the room!

We can’t wait to bring this magical story to life with you, stay tuned and book your tickets🌹https://orlo.uk/Spagq
September 16, 2025 at 1:18 PM
This Fri (19 Sep) SEND BUZZ South OX and Vale are holding their first SEND Parent’s and Carer’s coffee morning of this academic year from our study 10am-11:30am.

Everyone is welcome!

These coffee mornings are on the 1st and 3rd Fri of the month 🙂

#CommunityGroup #CoffeeMorning
September 16, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Our café has had a cosy autumn glow-up 🏮

With soft golden lighting and Japanese lanterns overhead, it’s the perfect spot to unwind as the days grow cooler 🍂

Come get cosy with a cup of locally sourced coffee or tea, and don’t forget to treat yourself to something sweet 🍰
September 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Our first shows and classes of the new season are starting very soon!

For anyone visiting us by car after 6pm, parking charges at the Orchard Centre have changed and are no longer free after this time., so do check the information boards for details.

#AutumnSeason #Parking #Cornerstone
September 11, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Lets All Dance return to our stage this season performing The Nutcracker!

With stunning dancers and beautiful costumes this is a Christmas show not to be missed! 🩰

📅 Sat 29 Nov 1pm and 3pm
🎟️ https://orlo.uk/Fqj2m

#FamilyTheatre #CornerstoneAtChristmas #WhatsOnOxfordshire #Ballet

September 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
What do you get if you cross an NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author ?

Answer, Ed Patrick!

Join Ed on Thu 13 Nov for a hilarious evening about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, and more

🎟️ https://orlo.uk/IlCcV

#WhatsOnOxfordshire #ComedyAtCornerstone #AutumnSeason #NHS
September 9, 2025 at 1:00 PM
As autumn settles in what better way to spend a Sunday afternoon that relaxing to the music from Didcot Concert Orchestra.

Sit back and go on a musical journey of locations that inspired composers to write descriptive landscape portraits

🗓️ Sun 12 Oct 4pm

🎟️ https://orlo.uk/CEvrU

September 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Do you have a pawfect pooch? 🐶

Is your fluffy friend a star that needs to be on the stage?

If the answers to these questions are YES then why not audition your dog for our panto Beauty and the Beast this Dec!

https://orlo.uk/15CsP

#AutumnSeason #Panto #PantoAtCornerstone #DogAuditions
September 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Our panto director Darren spoke to Adam Ball on @bbcoxford.bsky.social today, talking all about the youth auditions and why they need dogs to take part!
https://orlo.uk/5GWZc 2hrs 12 mins in!

More details can also be found on our website https://orlo.uk/lynaA

#AutumnSeason #PantoAtCornerstone

Adam Ball - 04/09/2025 - BBC Sounds
Advice on giftcard scams, a doggy pantomime and our Make a Difference Awards
www.bbc.co.uk
September 4, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Reminder: Early Closure Today! ☕️

Just a quick note the building will be closing at 3pm today (Thursday 4 September) for staff training in fire safety and coffee-making excellence.

Thanks for your understanding & we promise to return tomorrow both safer and better brewed!
September 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Psst… Want to see Beauty & The Beast before everyone else and for LESS? 👀

Be our guest during our Preview Night as Polka Dot Pantomimes bring this magical tale to life with dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy, toe-tapping songs 🤩

You can book now on our website https://orlo.uk/Dhxre
September 3, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Didcot = “the most normal town in England”?

The Dreaming Spires say… let’s make it extraordinary ✨

Fri 7 Nov they'll be here for their hometown gig, with their new album Normal Town, sweet harmonies and big heart!

www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/dreami...

#FolkBand #FolkMusic #AutumnSeason
September 3, 2025 at 7:17 AM
We can’t wait for you to experience Buzzcut Productions Bark Bark, a clever blend of puppetry, live cinema, and storytelling told entirely through a dog’s eyes🐶

Catch it live Wed 12 Nov!

www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/bark-b...

#WhatsOn #AutumnSeason #Theatre #Didcot
September 1, 2025 at 2:54 PM
Please note that the building will be closed from 3pm on Thursday 4 September for important staff training - covering both fire safety and the equally vital art of coffee making!

Thank you for your understanding. We’ll be back, safer and better caffeinated!
September 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Join #NickSharratt on Sat 1 Nov for his Big Drawalong!🎨

He’ll show you how to draw awesome characters (maybe even a shark in the park 👀), share his top tips, and get your creativity flowing with fun games and book fun too!
✏️
Perfect for ages 4+ www.cornerstone-arts.org/whats/nick-s...
August 26, 2025 at 7:37 AM