This winter, the Swindon Arts Centre is the epicenter of a vibrant array of events, each promising unique experiences that celebrate comedy, music, theatre, and film. From the eco-comedy of 'Don't Panic! We Can Save the Planet' to the classic tale of 'A Christmas Carol' reimagined, to the nostalgic tunes of Harriet's tour, the centre provides an eclectic mix of entertainment. Whether engaging with dementia-friendly cinema or enjoying tribute bands like Oasiz and Logicaltramp, there's something for everyone. Join us as we delve into the highlights of Swindon's bustling arts scene.

Swindon Arts Centre: A Haven of Diverse Festivities and Cultural Celebrations

The Swindon Arts Centre presents a vibrant tapestry of events to engage audiences with diverse cultural experiences in the early months of 2025. From cherished cinema for dementia-friendly audiences to theatrical adaptations of classic literature, the centre is a hub for community-focused activities. Highlights include tribute performances to iconic music bands, intimate concerts with heartfelt 70s tunes, and intriguing talks on psychology's darker facets. There’s truly something for everyone at Swindon Arts Centre, promising enriching and unforgettable experiences.

Swindon Arts Centre: A Haven for Diverse Cultural Experiences

The Swindon Arts Centre is set to host a series of unique and thoughtful events in 2025, catering to diverse audiences. From the Memory Cinema series offering a comforting space for those with dementia and their loved ones, to the Swindon Recital Series showcasing a wide range of musical styles, these events offer something special for everyone. Explore the intersection of art and community care through cinema and live music, and celebrate the power of the arts to connect and heal.

Swindon Arts Centre: A Haven for Memory and Melody

An intriguing combination of Jazz, Classical, Romantic, Modernist, Impressionist and Tango, with works by Gershwin, Beethoven, Chopin, Tippett, Debussy and Ginastera to truly explore the full range of sounds available to the solo pianist in the 20th Century.

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Memory Cinema at the Swindon Arts Centre provides a facility where those living with Dementia, their carers, friends and families can watch a range of films.

Memory Cinema - Annie (U)

Memory Cinema - A Man For All Seasons (u)

Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour - research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather will be bringing to the stage for the very first time MURDER:STAGED.

Murder Staged

Due to incredible demand, Harriet has announced more shows on her Trying To Get The Feeling Again Tour, which sees her perform intimate interpretations of her favourite sounds of the 70s, including hits by The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Carole King and The Carpenters, interlaced with her nostalgic original material. This is a unique opportunity to hear Harriet perform songs from the era that inspires her most and share the stories behind her connection to the music. It’s an evening not to be missed!

Harriet - Trying To Get The Feeling Again

"Logicaltramp are arguably the ultimate Supertramp tribute band and are great crowd pleasers as they run through the repertoire. So many well-crafted songs, it would only be logical to join the party, partake of an American breakfast and revel in being a dreamer!"

Logicaltramp

Capricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She is courted by three infatuated suitors: an honest, loyal and capable shepherd; a womanising and charming Sergeant; and a lonely, wealthy farmer. Who will she choose? If any of them? She plays with all their hearts to devastating and dramatic effect. 

Far From The Madding Crowd By Thomas Hardy

Memory Cinema - An Inspector Calls (12)

OASIZ are one of the UK’s most authentic tribute bands a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of front man Steve performing as Liam went viral on social media with over half a million views. Many fans were convinced the clip was actually of Liam Gallagher himself which led to the story being covered in the national press as well as a high profile TV appearance later that year. 

Oasiz Tribute Band

Join Father Christmas and his Chief Elves in the North Pole as they get ready for Christmas Eve. Father Christmas has decided to give Mrs Claus a well-earned rest so has enlisted his elves – and you – to help him complete an ever-growing to-do list! He needs your help to check the Naughty and Nice list, look after his reindeer, and so much more… all before the Clock strikes!

The Father Christmas Show

Just one of those things is a staged setting of Cole Porter songs, telling the life story of one of the greatest popular song writers of the 20th Century.

Memory Cinema - Miracle On 34th Street (U)

Two of Dickens’ closest theatrical companions find themselves trapped in the footlights’ glare. With the rest of the cast stuck on a train, actress Frances Ternan and Dickens’ faithful tour manager George Dolby take on the daunting challenge of portraying over 30 characters. But, who will play Scrooge?

A Christmas Carol

Based around his latest book Don’t Panic! We CAN Save The Planet is a unique eco comedy stand up show in which children’s comedian and author James Campbell inspires children to do something about the climate crisis, pollution and ducks with swords.

Don't Panic! We Can Save the Planet

It’s hard to believe it’s nearly 60 years since Hank B Marvin, Bruce Welch, Jet Harris and Tony Meehan recorded Apache. This was the monster hit that launched the Shadows instrumental career and founded a nation of bespectacled guitarists dreaming of acquiring their very own Fender Stratocaster, so we are delighted to welcome ‘The Bootleg Shadows’  to The Swindon Arts Centre.

The Bootleg Shadows

‘Hejira’ is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late ‘70s. Having released the albums ‘The Hissing of Summer Lawns’, ‘Hejira’, ‘Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter’ and ‘Mingus’ (regarded as her ‘jazz period’), Joni then toured briefly with a band formed from the crème de la crème of contemporaneous jazz musicians (Metheny, Mays, Brecker, Pastorius and Alias).

Hejira - Celebrating Joni Mitchell

Memory Cinema - Brigadoon (U)

Star of 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Have I Got News For You and QI Kiri Pritchard-McLean has had a busy few years. As well as hosting Live at the Apollo, fronting the Radio 4 panel show Best Medicine and starting a comedy school, she’s become a foster parent. 

Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Peacock

The Vicar of Dibley is a stage play, full of the lovable and hilarious characters, by Ian Gower and Paul Carpenter adapted from the original TV series by Richard Curtis and Paul Mayhew-Archer. With kind permission of Tiger Aspect Productions and Comic Relief.

Chocolate Theatre - The Vicar of Dibley

In October 2023, when British husband and wife artists Grace & Aaron Bond released their latest album ‘Aces Are High’, which they had recorded by the river in the depths of Suffolk, little did they know about the hurricane-strength surge of support that would carry them to become the first Independent Rock/Blues Band to have a Top 10 in the UK Official Album Charts.

When Rivers Meet

Turns out, Chad and Brad suck at robbing banks. They were wearing their name tags from work, took selfies with the stolen cash, and their getaway plan was... flawed. Did we mention this is a true story?

Pleading Stupidity

Memory Cinema - The Hound Of The Baskervilles (Basil Rathbone) (PG)

Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac. Guitarist Remi Harris will be joined by vocalist Dave Small, bassist Tom Moore and Shane Dixon on drums to perform music from throughout Peter Green's career. Including such classics as Man Of The World, Black Magic Woman, Need Your Love So Bad, Albatross and The Green Manalishi (With The Two Prong Crown).

Man Of The World: The Music Of Peter Green

If you’re looking for something punchy, neoclassical, and semi-abstract, and that leans toward strong musical flavours, you can’t go amiss with the avant-garde duo BEAU BOWEN.

Beau Bowen

Featuring raw rock ’n’ roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances – and some genuinely hilarious moments – there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy experience. Audiences of all ages all over the globe have found it impossible to stay in their seats. From Dundee to Dubai, Swansea to Sweden, Taunton to Thailand and all across the USA, thousands of fans have shown their appreciation with standing ovations and shouts for “more!”

Buddy Holly And The Cricketers

Memory Sing is a place where people living with dementia their friends and families can meet, talk and sing a variety of songs they know and love, in a fun and friendly environment.

Memory Sing

“The most feel-good show in town” ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (The Daily Mail) has spread nostalgia and laughter throughout the UK and has the seal of approval from Victoria’s very own school chums and colleagues.

Looking For Me Friend: The Music Of Victoria Wood

From The Eagles to The Doors, Fleetwood Mac to Tom Petty, Janis Joplin to Joan Jett, Lynyrd Skynyrd to ZZ Top, Bruce Springsteen to Lou Reed, Bob Dylan to Neil Young and many points in-between. American music is defined by rich harmonies and classic song-writing that evokes long open roads and small town life. Our 2024 shows will also feature a female singer on such classics as Proud Mary (Tina Turner), I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll (Joan Jett), Barracuda (Heart) and Because The Night (Patti Smith).

Take it Easy - The American Classic Rock Show

Celebrating the incredible music of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream - Voodoo Room are a stunning high energy ‘Power Trio’ featuring some of the U.K.’s finest musicians whose credits include: Steve Winwood, Massive Attack, Arthur Brown, Fish, Thunder, Lulu etc.

Voodoo Room

Indie-folk singer, songwriter, guitarist and producer Josienne Clarke is often said to draw on traditional British folk inspirations, but is a thoroughly modern, multifaceted artist who follows her own compass. 

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