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The traditional Faringdon Singers Christmas Concert in Blessed Hugh Catholic Church (Marlborough St) for many people represents the beginning of the Christmas Season, and this year takes place on Sunday 8th December – at 3pm. A feast of festive music to celebrate the coming of Christmas including Cecelia McDowall’s ‘Christus Natus Est’ and works by Buxtehude and Mendelssohn. Carols for choir and audience.

Musical Director: Clare Woodall
Accompanist: Laurence Mann
Violins: Phillip Augar & Laurence Mann

Followed by Hot Punch and Stollen!

Free entry but donations welcome in aid of SANCTUARY FARINGDON (Asylum Seekers and Refugees in and around Faringdon)

More details from Sjoerd Vogt :07810-253111. sjoerd@vogt.org.uk

Experience the best singers from our Open Mic nights in a special Jam Session Showcase! 🎙️

The Chasers – Dec 21: Celebrate Christmas week with The Chasers – a night of live music! 🎄

Del Boyo – Dec 24: Get festive with Del Boyo on Christmas Eve! 🎅🎶

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The December Cackling Bat Comedy Club is on a FRIDAY. Yes, you read that right, a Friday!

We’re absolutely delighted to have the amazing Hal Cruttenden in Faringdon for this one – ably supported by Radu Isac and Cerys Nelms – the whole thing held together in the loosest sense by resident MC, Samantha Day.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of laughter and entertainment with our incredible lineup of comedians. Leading the show is the one and only Hal Cruttenden, a seasoned performer known for his sharp wit and hilarious observations on everyday life. He’s been on Live at the Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The Royal Variety Performance, Would I Lie To You and Mock The Week.

With his unique style and infectious energy, Hal is sure to have you in stitches.

Joining Hal on stage are the talented Cerys Nelms and Radu Isac, who are set to bring their own brand of humour and charm to the show. Cerys is a rising star in the comedy scene, captivating audiences with her quick wit and relatable anecdotes. Meanwhile, Radu Isac’s offbeat humor and clever storytelling will leave you laughing long after the show is over.

Together, this trio of comedians promises an evening full of laughter, surprises, and memorable moments. Don’t miss out on this fantastic lineup – book your tickets now and get ready for a night of comedy after the hassle of Christmas is over.

Tickets are £15.00 for an amazing night of top quality comedy.  They always sell out so please get yours early.  Don’t miss an evening of great comedy.  Come along and be entertained!

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Ring in the New Year with Kaya at The Old Crown Coaching Inn – the best way to celebrate! 🎉

New Year Party, FREE entrance, free nibbles through the night, free shot to ring New Years, 2x FOR £12 Cocktails

Neil Dwerryhouse, otherwise known as the man with the STEREO hands, ex-guitarist of Chameleons Vox brings in the New Year with his unique vocals and performs a diverse mix of pop, indie, rock, and electronic classics.  Armed with an acoustic guitar, dynamic drum loops, and guitar effects, it’s an impressive ‘one-man’ performance.

Advance tickets £10 but fully refundable on the night.  Only available at The Swan bar.

Strictly no entry after 10pm

Don’t miss out!

Ring in the New Year with Kaya at The Old Crown Coaching Inn – the best way to celebrate! 🎉

New Year Party, FREE entrance, free nibbles through the night, free shot to ring New Years, 2x FOR £12 Cocktails

Neil Dwerryhouse, otherwise known as the man with the STEREO hands, ex-guitarist of Chameleons Vox brings in the New Year with his unique vocals and performs a diverse mix of pop, indie, rock, and electronic classics.  Armed with an acoustic guitar, dynamic drum loops, and guitar effects, it’s an impressive ‘one-man’ performance.

Advance tickets £10 but fully refundable on the night.  Only available at The Swan bar.

Strictly no entry after 10pm

Don’t miss out!

Cinderella

A pantomime by Alan P Frayn
Friday 24 January 2025 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 31 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025
The Elms Primary School, Gloucester Street, Faringdon SN7 7HZ

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Directed by Debbie Lock
Producer: Carolyn Taylor
Musical Director: Duncan Sinclair

Performances start 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Doors open 30 minutes earlier.

Each performance lasts approximately 2½ hours including a short interval.

Matinées on Saturdays and Sunday only.

Tickets:

• Adult £12
• Child (under 16) £6

No concessions.  Add 5% online booking fee.  Free programme included.  Tickets will be available from our Online Box Office (from Sunday 1 December 2024).

Combining the fairy-tale enchantment of Cinderella with loads of originality, audience participation, and slapstick routines, this superb pantomime is big on laughs, but true to form. There are many strong traditional characters, including a delightful Cinderella, a particularly endearing Buttons and outrageously funny Ugly Sisters! Yet more chaos and laughter ensues when two comic builders, Bodget and Leggett arrive to re-develop Hardship Hall.

More information about this ancient folk tale? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella

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Click here to visit the FDS Pantomime Page for general details and an application form.

Local photographer Al Cane’s retrospective exhibition from the 80s to now and a few short stories too. Prints and cards also for sale.

Cinderella

A pantomime by Alan P Frayn
Friday 24 January 2025 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 31 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025
The Elms Primary School, Gloucester Street, Faringdon SN7 7HZ

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Directed by Debbie Lock
Producer: Carolyn Taylor
Musical Director: Duncan Sinclair

Performances start 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Doors open 30 minutes earlier.

Each performance lasts approximately 2½ hours including a short interval.

Matinées on Saturdays and Sunday only.

Tickets:

• Adult £12
• Child (under 16) £6

No concessions.  Add 5% online booking fee.  Free programme included.  Tickets will be available from our Online Box Office (from Sunday 1 December 2024).

Combining the fairy-tale enchantment of Cinderella with loads of originality, audience participation, and slapstick routines, this superb pantomime is big on laughs, but true to form. There are many strong traditional characters, including a delightful Cinderella, a particularly endearing Buttons and outrageously funny Ugly Sisters! Yet more chaos and laughter ensues when two comic builders, Bodget and Leggett arrive to re-develop Hardship Hall.

More information about this ancient folk tale? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella

Buy Tickets

Click here to visit the FDS Pantomime Page for general details and an application form.

Cinderella

A pantomime by Alan P Frayn
Friday 24 January 2025 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 31 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025
The Elms Primary School, Gloucester Street, Faringdon SN7 7HZ

Buy Tickets

Directed by Debbie Lock
Producer: Carolyn Taylor
Musical Director: Duncan Sinclair

Performances start 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Doors open 30 minutes earlier.

Each performance lasts approximately 2½ hours including a short interval.

Matinées on Saturdays and Sunday only.

Tickets:

• Adult £12
• Child (under 16) £6

No concessions.  Add 5% online booking fee.  Free programme included.  Tickets will be available from our Online Box Office (from Sunday 1 December 2024).

Combining the fairy-tale enchantment of Cinderella with loads of originality, audience participation, and slapstick routines, this superb pantomime is big on laughs, but true to form. There are many strong traditional characters, including a delightful Cinderella, a particularly endearing Buttons and outrageously funny Ugly Sisters! Yet more chaos and laughter ensues when two comic builders, Bodget and Leggett arrive to re-develop Hardship Hall.

More information about this ancient folk tale? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella

Buy Tickets

Click here to visit the FDS Pantomime Page for general details and an application form.

Cinderella

A pantomime by Alan P Frayn
Friday 24 January 2025 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 31 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025
The Elms Primary School, Gloucester Street, Faringdon SN7 7HZ

Buy Tickets

Directed by Debbie Lock
Producer: Carolyn Taylor
Musical Director: Duncan Sinclair

Performances start 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Doors open 30 minutes earlier.

Each performance lasts approximately 2½ hours including a short interval.

Matinées on Saturdays and Sunday only.

Tickets:

• Adult £12
• Child (under 16) £6

No concessions.  Add 5% online booking fee.  Free programme included.  Tickets will be available from our Online Box Office (from Sunday 1 December 2024).

Combining the fairy-tale enchantment of Cinderella with loads of originality, audience participation, and slapstick routines, this superb pantomime is big on laughs, but true to form. There are many strong traditional characters, including a delightful Cinderella, a particularly endearing Buttons and outrageously funny Ugly Sisters! Yet more chaos and laughter ensues when two comic builders, Bodget and Leggett arrive to re-develop Hardship Hall.

More information about this ancient folk tale? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella

Buy Tickets

Click here to visit the FDS Pantomime Page for general details and an application form.

Cinderella

A pantomime by Alan P Frayn
Friday 24 January 2025 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 31 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025
The Elms Primary School, Gloucester Street, Faringdon SN7 7HZ

Buy Tickets

Directed by Debbie Lock
Producer: Carolyn Taylor
Musical Director: Duncan Sinclair

Performances start 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Doors open 30 minutes earlier.

Each performance lasts approximately 2½ hours including a short interval.

Matinées on Saturdays and Sunday only.

Tickets:

• Adult £12
• Child (under 16) £6

No concessions.  Add 5% online booking fee.  Free programme included.  Tickets will be available from our Online Box Office (from Sunday 1 December 2024).

Combining the fairy-tale enchantment of Cinderella with loads of originality, audience participation, and slapstick routines, this superb pantomime is big on laughs, but true to form. There are many strong traditional characters, including a delightful Cinderella, a particularly endearing Buttons and outrageously funny Ugly Sisters! Yet more chaos and laughter ensues when two comic builders, Bodget and Leggett arrive to re-develop Hardship Hall.

More information about this ancient folk tale? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella

Buy Tickets

Click here to visit the FDS Pantomime Page for general details and an application form.

Cinderella

A pantomime by Alan P Frayn
Friday 24 January 2025 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 31 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025
The Elms Primary School, Gloucester Street, Faringdon SN7 7HZ

Buy Tickets

Directed by Debbie Lock
Producer: Carolyn Taylor
Musical Director: Duncan Sinclair

Performances start 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Doors open 30 minutes earlier.

Each performance lasts approximately 2½ hours including a short interval.

Matinées on Saturdays and Sunday only.

Tickets:

• Adult £12
• Child (under 16) £6

No concessions.  Add 5% online booking fee.  Free programme included.  Tickets will be available from our Online Box Office (from Sunday 1 December 2024).

Combining the fairy-tale enchantment of Cinderella with loads of originality, audience participation, and slapstick routines, this superb pantomime is big on laughs, but true to form. There are many strong traditional characters, including a delightful Cinderella, a particularly endearing Buttons and outrageously funny Ugly Sisters! Yet more chaos and laughter ensues when two comic builders, Bodget and Leggett arrive to re-develop Hardship Hall.

More information about this ancient folk tale? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella

Buy Tickets

Click here to visit the FDS Pantomime Page for general details and an application form.

Cinderella

A pantomime by Alan P Frayn
Friday 24 January 2025 – Sunday 26 January 2025
Friday 31 January 2025 – Saturday 1 February 2025
The Elms Primary School, Gloucester Street, Faringdon SN7 7HZ

Buy Tickets

Directed by Debbie Lock
Producer: Carolyn Taylor
Musical Director: Duncan Sinclair

Performances start 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

Doors open 30 minutes earlier.

Each performance lasts approximately 2½ hours including a short interval.

Matinées on Saturdays and Sunday only.

Tickets:

• Adult £12
• Child (under 16) £6

No concessions.  Add 5% online booking fee.  Free programme included.  Tickets will be available from our Online Box Office (from Sunday 1 December 2024).

Combining the fairy-tale enchantment of Cinderella with loads of originality, audience participation, and slapstick routines, this superb pantomime is big on laughs, but true to form. There are many strong traditional characters, including a delightful Cinderella, a particularly endearing Buttons and outrageously funny Ugly Sisters! Yet more chaos and laughter ensues when two comic builders, Bodget and Leggett arrive to re-develop Hardship Hall.

More information about this ancient folk tale? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinderella

Buy Tickets

Click here to visit the FDS Pantomime Page for general details and an application form.

A return to Faringdon for Cole & Joe. Busy pair have been touring with Midge Ure (supporting and accompanying) but now have a few dates for their own tour.
Always a great night with them.

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India Electric Company are perhaps best described as “a veritable musical magpie’s nest” (BBC Radio 3) and “A full musical odyssey” (BBC Radio 1). Blending traditional instruments, folk melodies and subtle electronic influences, they’ve extensively performed throughout Europe, Australia and New Zealand, and most recently at The Royal Albert Hall.

After a mammoth 60+ date UK and European support tour with Midge Ure and live sessions with BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music they return in 2024 with their long awaited third studio album. With The Daily Telegraph giving them **** and declaring them “Bursting with invention and full of surprises.” and FRUK describing them as “one of the truly pioneering acts” they will be bringing their unique headline shows to audiences throughout the year.

“Two of the most extraordinary musicians, a phenomenal duo” – BBC Radio 2

“Busy as rush hour but full of light, describing a life alive with motion” – The Independent

“One of the truly pioneering acts in folk music” – FRUK

“Classy pop” – The Scotsman

https://indiaelectricco.com/
https://www.facebook.com/indiaelectricco
https://twitter.com/indiaelectricco
https://www.instagram.com/thiscolestacey
https://spoti.fi/3uoojzo
https://www.youtube.com/indiaelectricco

IMPORTANT – There is no bar available but you can bring your own alcohol. A small selection of soft drinks will be available.