Bawtry Arts celebrates all forms of “the arts” from music, dance, drama, painting, crafts, film, poetry, fashion, quizzes & heritage trail walks. We have something for every age and every taste going on throughout the year at our various venues.
This culminates in our whole-town celebration event each year in the form of Bawtry Arts Festival.
Join us in embracing the vibrant cultural tapestry of Bawtry! By supporting arts-based events, you foster creativity, unity, and inspiration. Experience the magic of live performances, connect with talented artists, and contribute to the cultural enrichment of our community. Your participation transforms our town into a hub of artistic brilliance, making it a place where creativity thrives and memories are made. Come, be a part of our town’s artistic journey!
For more information visit the website: https://bawtryarts.co.uk/
MONDAY 17TH JUNE
2pm
Talk by Lynda Redfern – “My Grandparents Were Aliens”
Library
6:30pm for 7pm
Quiz– organised by Catherine Minnis. Fun quiz with a literary theme
Library
7pm
Bawtry Heritage Group Talk – This will launch the “Hunt for Roman Bawtry” project, further details of which will be published later
Phoenix Theatre
TUESDAY 18TH JUNE
2pm
Talk by local author Deborah Fox
Library
1:30pm for 2pm
Silver Screen Film “The Duke”, Jim Broadbent/Helen Mirren. Comedy, Crime Drama – Just turn up £4 Including free tea & cakes
Phoenix Theatre
6:30pm for 7pm
Talk by Katie Baker (Yorkshire Wildlife Trust) – Breeding Birds on Potteric Carr
Library
6:30pm
Paint & Prosecco night – with ‘Sip & Create’. Beginner friendly painting class £35. Book at www.sipandcreate.co.uk
Little Bawtry’s
6:45pm for 7:30pm
Two Plays by the ‘brilliant’ Jake Thompson – From the Edinburgh Fringe, Jake’s award winning, one hander play: “A Mighty Fall from Grace” – A working class Bradford Bulls fan suffers as he watches their performances deteriorating and his mental health suffers. Light-hearted comedic moments throughout. “Burned Out” performed by Jake & the Cast. – An NHS nurse and her family struggle as her food bank loses its benefactor. She is determined to find out why and ultimately prevails. Universal morals underpin this very topical story. Tickets £12. Further information and book on WeGotTickets.com/Search ‘Bawtry’
Phoenix Theatre
WEDNESDAY 19TH JUNE
10:30am
French Play – A humorous version of the fairytale “Cinderella” performed by the Bawtry Library French Group
Library
1pm for 2pm show
Afternoon Cabaret – FREE afternoon of Live Entertainment compered by Robert Craig along with two different acts. Tea & cakes provided from 1pm. Wheelchair accessible tickets are limited. Transport available if required. Book at “Pastimes & Presents” shop or call 01302 719400 (07361 231141 with any transport requirements)
Phoenix Theatre
2pm
Crafts with Ann Harriman – the art of book folding
Library
3pm
Primary School Children’s Show. BMPS Choir perform some of their Young Voices songs & Cre8ive Dance performance outside – weather permitting. See www.cre8ivedance.co.uk for their summer dance camp details.
Mayflower School
6:30pm for 7pm
Talk by Rupert Atkinson – “The Trail of History in Whitby: from Jurassic to Dracula”
Library
7:30pm
Room 21 Big Band – Swing music live on the outside Stage
Ziniz
THURSDAY 20TH JUNE
2pm
Guided Walk of the Bawtry Heritage Trail – by Bawtry Heritage Group
Meet at the market cross
2pm
Talk Peter Pascoe – Experiences in the RAF
Library
3pm to 5pm
PTA Summer Fayre incl. Chrissy & Gordon’s Puppet Workshop – learn how to make & use puppets. For details and tickets contact: mayflowerptatickets@gmail.com
Bawtry Mayflower School
6:45pm for 7:30pm
Hambledon Productions: “Maybe Dick” – A comic retelling of Moby Dick by H Melville. PLOT LAMPOONED – JOKES HARPOONED. Tickets £15 or £40/4 tickets. Further information & book at Ticketsource.co.uk/ Search ‘Maybe Dick – Bawtry’
Phoenix Theatre
6:30pm for 7pm
Jenkinson-Parks duo – music and poetry with a local flavour
Library
7pm
Guided Walk of the Bawtry Heritage Trail – by Bawtry Heritage Group
Meet at the market cross
7:30pm
Showtime Event– “The Kings of Motown”. £48 includes a two- course meal. Book on 01302 711338
China Rose
FRIDAY 21ST JUNE
10:30am
Story Time – suitable for all preschoolers. A story, playtime, a snack and lots of fun for children and carers
Library
6pm for 6:30pm
Murder Mystery evening – £25 incl. cheese & wine.
Further details and to book either at the shop or on 01302 711679
Little Deli
7pm
Free Evening of song – with the Everton Choir, Tickhill Male Voice Choir, ‘Change for Two Tenors’ & Emma Spencer. Refreshments provided
Methodist Church
7pm
Social Evening – live singer, charcuterie board. Further details, price and to book either at the shop or on 01302 719436
Feast
SATURDAY 22ND JUNE
10am
Come along to see the junior members rehearsing & The Phoenix Young Players – who will perform a few songs from the upcoming show “Joseph and the amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat”
Phoenix Theatre
11am to 3pm
Join Natalie for her art/crafts workshops – ‘rolling’ group sessions so come along any time
The New Hall
1pm to 5pm
Friends & students of Helen Stringer of Austerfield have organised an Auction of Quilts (2:30pm – viewing from 1pm) & sale of fabric & sewing items in memory of Helen. All proceeds to Cancer Charities
Methodist Church Hall
3:30pm to 5:30pm
Kids dance sessions and demonstration – by LDA Dance Academy
The New Hall
6:30pm for 7pm
Evening of music and history performed by Doncaster Waites: “Mr. Brewster’s Delight”
Library
7pm to 9pm
Belly Dance Session – Siobhan teaches Arabic/North African/ Balkan dance in Epworth. Performance & join in if you want to have a go (and no bare bellies necessary, honestly!) – Just turn up
The New Hall
SUNDAY 23RD JUNE
10am – 4pm
Craft Fair, Music & Street Entertainment – ‘Beyond a Joke’ entertainers & excellent magician ‘AfroMagic’. Live ‘light’ music & The Dance Space performing around 3:30pm. Perhaps have a go at morris dancing with the Green Oaks Morris Men – no experience needed!
Town Centre Area
11:00am to 3pm
Community Art Activity – Come along and help finish the artwork to the bus shelter. Jane will be around to help & supervise
Market Hill
11am to 1pm
Kids ‘build a pizza’. Come along and have some fun as well as eat your own creations! Booking required on 01302 711711
Bawtrys
11am to 2pm
Kids ‘Little Lambs’ Treasure Trail – the trail can start at the Church Hall from 11am, with craft sessions & refreshments available in the Hall between 12noon and 2pm. Prize for each completed trail
Town Centre & St. Nicholas Church Hall
12noon to 8pm
Music & Entertainment:
12noon – South Yorkshire Police Brass Band
3pm – The Ukes of Hazzard ukulele group
6pm Festival Finale – the fabulous Rock/Indie Band ‘Priday’
12noon – South Yorkshire Police Brass Band
3pm – The Ukes of Hazzard ukulele group
6pm Festival Finale – the fabulous Rock/Indie Band ‘Priday’
The White Hart Outside Arena
THURSDAY 27TH JUNE – SPECIAL CLOSING EVENT
7:30pm for 8pm
The Big Fat Summer Pop Quiz – organised by Len Hull. Teams of up to 4; Fun Prizes; Free ‘pie & peas’ courtesy of Bawtry’s. Booking required on 01302 711711
Little Bawtry’s