A weekend Festival of Interactive Art, Performance & Creativity
Join us for the most inventive, exciting and immersive event yet created by The Creative Art Showcase team.
Hosted by Dave James, Professional Compere – ensuring a lively and engaging flow.
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From the new refurbished venue of the Artrix Theatre this will be explosively different and encompass:
- A carefully curated selection of artisan stalls, including leather, textiles, jewellery, ceramics, hand produced glass, locally produce including food and drink. A must for all those early stocking fillers! Stallholders Registration Open Now!
· An outside market zone with hot food and a seating area also featuring seasonal outside goods and gifts (Tab link to Market Zone)
· An indoor Craft – book an experience zone, including painting, pottery, geode smashing and many other activities, book as a family, or treat yourself! Bookings open soon.
· An afternoon of Community Performance, Got to Sing Choir, Theatre Train and many other local Groups take to the stage to entertain you all afternoon.
· The premier showing of Young Creators exhibition on the Main Screen and the Winners ceremony and prizes. See Young Creators Event for further information.
· Totally new for 2025 – Virtual Reality comes to you. Don’t wait book now, limited tickets. Encompassing world exploration:- fly over the North Pole and through the Northern lights, wade through the jungle in the Amazon, explore major cities you choose the venue! Create your own virtual masterpiece with Tilt Brush an art lovers dream. Also, for the grown-up kid in all of us try Mixed Reality with Meta Quest, First encounters, just a little bit scary!
Don’t miss these taster sessions! More information and booking see the Artrix Box Office
· Totally new for 2025 – Florence the lady with the Hammer. A brand-new production by Oddsocks Theatre Company. A ripping family friendly intoxicating rush through 1854 – The Crimean war! Medical procedures are done with panache “Bang and the wound is gone” (along with most of the patients), but the surgeons look impressive and that’s what matters……. Hold on who is this upstart in a skirt? Booking available from the Artrix Box Office Easter 2025.
Impromptu music in the Foyer, Barty buzzing about entertaining people, Dave James and team compering – it’s going to be a blast! Why not book a luxury VIP package and enjoy a fabulous, curated and hosted experience with the best seats in the house, a backstage experience and a meal and drink package all inclusive.
To register your your early interest simply email us at [email protected] – limited availability.
The biggest most interactive celebration of Creativity and your talent is here on your doorstep for everyone’s enjoyment!
Tickets – By Day & Date
All Tickets are being sold via The Artrix booking platform on behalf of Creative Art Showcase.
Saturday 8th November
Please note:
The above links will open in a new window & redirect you to the various Artrix booking pages.
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Oddsocks – Florence the lady with the Hammer
Overview:
1854! The Crimean War!
A time and a place when men know best!
Medical procedures are done with panache: “Bang and the wound is gone” (along with most of the patients), but the surgeons look impressive and that’s what matters…
Hold on a moment! Who’s this upstart in a skirt?
She talks back, can add up and makes us wash our hands!
How very dare she?
Oddsocks explores the story of Florence Nightingale in their irreverent, hilarious style this November.
How to Book:
Bookings can be made via the Artrix website or by using the direct link below.
Date:
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Time:
19:00
Tickets Available Here:
Please note:
The above link will open in a new window & redirect you to the Artrix booking page.
VR Experience
Overview:
Immerse yourself into two different worlds from our available experiences. Join us for an exciting VR taster event where you can experience the latest in virtual reality technology. This event is designed to give you a taste of what VR has to offer with three unique 5-minute experiences. Each session lasts 10 minutes, allowing you to explore two different experiences.
Experiences:
1. **Tilt Brush:** Unleash your creativity with Tilt Brush, a VR painting application that lets you paint in 3D space. Create stunning artworks using a variety of brushes and colors, and watch your imagination come to life.
2. **National Geographic Explore VR:** Embark on an immersive journey with National Geographic Explore VR. Travel to exotic locations, experience breathtaking landscapes, and learn about the wonders of our planet through interactive storytelling.
3. **First Encounters (Mixed Reality):** Experience the future of mixed reality with First Encounters. Interact with virtual objects in the real world, blending physical and digital elements to create a unique and engaging experience.
How to Participate:
Bookings can be made via the Artrix website or by using the various session links below.
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Date:
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Age Requirement:
Participants must be **10 years old or above**.
Cost:
Each session costs £10