Christmas is coming and The Pound in Corsham is celebrating with a full line-up of family theatre, live music, festive films and creative workshops for all ages. As the temperature drops and the nights draw in, the arts centre is offering plenty of reasons to feel cheerful this December.
Families can choose from seasonal shows, winter concerts and hands-on activities, with many events designed especially for younger audiences. Popular performers including The Clones, Johnny Coppin, Janice Burns & Jon Doran and The Andrews Massey Duo will all be returning to the venue across the month.
For children, highlights include A Winter’s Tail from The Last Baguette, the musical adventure Under the Frozen Moon and the ever-popular Rock The Tots Christmas Party. There are also festive films on the big screen, with Elf and Meet Me in St Louis adding to the holiday mood.
Creative visitors can enjoy Christmas craft sessions, including a full-day stained-glass workshop where participants learn to design and make their own seasonal decorations.
Below is a snapshot of what’s on. Full details and booking links are available at www.poundarts.org.uk.
Family Highlights
Last Baguette: A Winter’s Tail
Thursday 11 December, 10am, 11.30am and 2pm
Join Ratty as she prepares for winter woodland revels in a snowy, interactive adventure full of games, silliness and plenty of snow.
Rock The Tots: Christmas Party!
Monday 22 December, 11am & 1.45pm
Steph and Craig return with festive hits, fun characters and puppetry. The event is currently sold out but families can call to join the waiting list.
Half a String: Under the Frozen Moon
Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 December, 11am & 2pm
A magical folk tale of love, friendship and adventure, brought to life with live-looped music, rhythmic poetry, puppetry and stunning sets.
Cinema
Elf (PG)
Saturday 20 December, 11.30am
Kick off the Christmas holidays with this family favourite starring Will Ferrell.
Meet Me in St Louis (U)
Monday 22 December, 7.30pm
Judy Garland leads this much-loved classic set in turn-of-the-century America.
Music
Johnny Coppin: All on a Winter’s Night
Saturday 6 December, 7.30pm
Seasonal songs, stories and folklore from one of England’s finest singer-songwriters.
Lunchtime Recital: Idlir Shyti (Cello)
Wednesday 10 December, 7.30pm
A special performance from Albanian cellist Idlir Shyti, who trained in Paris, London and Rome.
Janice Burns & Jon Doran
Friday 12 December, 7.30pm
An Anglo-Scottish folk duo exploring winter themes through traditional songs.
The Andrews Massey Duo: Make Merry
Saturday 13 December, 7.30pm
A joyful programme of carols and folk tunes arranged for flute and guitar.
The Wilderness Yet
Saturday 20 December, 7.30pm
A trio blending voice, fiddle, guitar and flute to create atmospheric folk soundscapes.
Talks
An Evening with John L Harris: Art, Nature and Inspiration
Tuesday 16 December, 6pm
Artist John L Harris discusses his coastal paintings, commissions and luminous landscape work, followed by gallery drinks.
Workshops
Christmas Stained Glass
Saturday 6 December, 10am–4pm
Learn copper foiling techniques to create your own stained-glass design. All materials provided and no experience needed.
For more festive events or to book tickets, visit www.poundarts.org.uk, call 01249 701628, or email email hidden; JavaScript is required.
