The Beacon in Portway, Wantage OX12 9BX is a great venue for a varied programme of live events from music, theatre, comedy and cinema. As a vibrant gathering place for everyone living in the Vale of the White Horse and South Oxfordshire, there are regular activities organised including classes and workshops for all age groups. We have selected just a few of the top shows for you to enjoy this autumn. Tickets sell out fast so please visit beaconwantage.co.uk/whats-on to secure your seat.
Friday 10 October: An Evening with Keith Brymer Jones in conversation with Marj Hogarth
Over the years regular viewers of C4’s ‘The Great Pottery Throwdown’ will have seen Keith Brymer Jones as he judges the competitors work. More recently he and his beloved wife, actor Marj Hogarth, have taken on the renovation of an almost derelict Grade II listed Chapel in Wales. Keith is also front man in an almost famous band.
Come along to The Beacon and spend a hilarious and uplifting evening with renowned British designer, bestselling author and broadcaster, Keith Brymer Jones, as he shares stories of life in front of and behind the potter’s wheel. Dancer. Together with Marj, the couple will tell you more about their extraordinary lives. Starts at 8pm.
Saturday 29 November: Folk Rock Pioneers Steeleye Span
Together for fifty six years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with Conflict, their first full studio album in over five years. All traditional singers have sung modern and self-composed pieces alongside old songs; Conflict is an album that follows in that very tradition. The album’s title was chosen as much to reflect the times we find ourselves in, but also the stretch and tear of our relationship with this planet that hosts us.
The band will undertake a full UK tour in support, their first live dates of the year. As ever – and with such a rich history to choose from – the night will offer a selection of songs from across the years and firm fan favourites. The evening starts at 7.30pm.
Opening night Friday 19 December: Pantomime: Jack and the Beanstalk by TaleGate Theatre Productions
In the week leading up to Christmas, start the festive season with a visit to the Panto!
Join professional pantomime company, TaleGate Theatre Productions this Christmas for the GIANT pantomime ‘Jack and the Beanstalk.’ Follow our hero Jack and his daft Mum Dame Trott as they climb the beanstalk, defeat the giant and save their best friend, Daisy the Cow. This year’s production is guaranteed to be our funniest and most spectacular pantomime ever. Packed with songs, slapstick, silliness, audience participation, and all the fairytale magic of traditional pantomime! Book your tickets and join the Fe-Fi-Fo-FUN!
Performance times: Friday 19 December at 5pm, Saturday 20 December at 11am, Saturday 20 December at 2.30pm, Sunday 21 December at 11am, Monday 22 December at 11am.
If you are looking for a place to hold a children’s party or need a room to hire for an event, take a look at what is on offer at The Beacon beaconwantage.co.uk
