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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 3h

South Berks Concert Band's Golden Anniversary celebrations continue on 17 Oct with their Autumn Concert With Friends - past members, some of whom will be taking part in the performance. The music will include many of the band members' favourite pieces - will they be yours too? buff.ly/AC8rD9G

South Berks Concert Band’s Golden Anniversary "Autumn Concert with Friends" — Saturday 17 October 2026, 6:30pm at The Link, Tadley Community Centre; mentions charity My Cancer My Choices, a 50th‑anniversary emblem and decorative yellow autumn leaves.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 4h

The Artists & Makers Fair is back tomorrow at Caversham Methodist Church. So if you're looking for that unique Halloween decoration - or some other art or craft lovingly made by a local artist or maker - this is the place to shop! whatsonreading.com/venues/artis...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 7h

Walk this way to the Hexagon Studio! Well, not *yet* - the pedestrian walkway is finished, but there's still plenty more building work to do! Read all about it via whatsonreading.com/new-pedestri...

People in high-vis lining up for the opening of a pedestrian walkway

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South Street Arts Centre @southstreetarts.bsky.social · 9h

Who remembers the 'Friends' episode with the infamous 'Chandler's toe' incident? Greg Malins wrote that one! Plus several other unforgettable episodes as a series writer for one of the biggest shows on TV...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 10h

A nice bit of local history for you - on Monday, Reading Civic Society host a talk about 200 years of A B Walker Funeral Directors, a seventh-generation business. Hear all about the family history, the profession and the challenges of the moment. whatsonreading.com/venues/readi...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

All the world's a stage - and three of ours are in need of players, with auditions coming up: 🧜‍♀️ Twyford Drama's "The Little Mermaid" on 13 & 15 Oct ✒️ Progress Theatre's 20th WriteFest on 31 Oct 👜 Shinfield Players Theatre's "Three Bags Full" on 24/26/28 Nov All the info - buff.ly/S3T714i

Promotional collage for three theatre events: a pink cartoon poster for The Little Mermaid with 22–24 Jan dates; a colorful banner for Progress Theatre's 20th Annual WriteFest, 11–15 Mar 2027; and a Three Bags Full poster (10–13 Mar 2027) showing men rehearsing and three duffel bags with money, surrounding a photo of the Joey audition scene from Friends

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The Acorn Open Studios trail is coming up on 7 & 8 November, with the chance to meet 30 artists and makers in their studios throughout East Berkshire, see what they get up to all day, and maybe even take something home... whatsonreading.com/venues/acorn...

Open Studio Art Trail poster with info about the event and various images of different artworks

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

And on 17-18 October, it's an exhibition of oil paintings by Damascus-born Ahmad Alazami. whatsonreading.com/venues/risin...

Artist Ahmad Alazami surrounded by his paintings

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The Rising Sun Arts Centre hosts two exhibitions this month, showcasing works by two associated artists as part of Reading International Festival. On 10 & 11 Oct, it's "The Secret Life of Things" an exhibition of sculpture by Iranian artist Andre Aghassi whatsonreading.com/venues/risin...

Artist Andre Aghassi scultping out of paper mache

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South Street Arts Centre @southstreetarts.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Join us & a bald, Australian dickhead with a beard (his words, not ours!) TOMORROW (Fri 9 Oct) for a music masterclass with a twist. 'Aidan Jones: Chopin's Nocturne' is a vibrant mix of stand-up & classical music - we can't wait to learn all about chords, keys & comedy!

Photo of comedian Aidan Jones performing 'Chopin's Nocturne'. He is sitting at piano with a microphone on a stand. The camera has caught a moment of performance in which he's making a slightly manic looking wide-eyed open mouthed expression.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Beer and Beatles and folk and festivals and covers and originals and YOU - it's your jam-packed WEEKEND GIG GUIDE! Featuring @readifolk.bsky.social, @purpleturtlerdg.bsky.social + more that still aren't on Bluesky because 🤷 whatsonreading.com/themes/weeke...

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Royal Berkshire Archives @berksarchives.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

NEW IN!! 🛍️To celebrate our current exhibition on Agatha Christie, we've launched these beautiful tote bags inspired by Agatha's iconic 1926 missing person poster, held here in our collections! Available to purchase onsite for £15 while stocks last! (Watch this space for info on off-site ordering!)

Three white tote bags featuring Agatha Christie missing person posters and Royal Berkshire Archives branding on a glass display case with the original missing poster in the centre.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

A former WWE tag-team champion wrestling in a school in Tilehurst? THAT'S RIGHT! The "One-Man Southern Rock Band" Heath Slater is coming to the next Grandslam Wrestling show on 28 October, with pre-show meet + greets available (don't forget, he's got kids, so every ticket helps...) buff.ly/4UAVKdO

GrandSlam Wrestling event poster — Wednesday 28th October 2026 in Reading; three muscular wrestlers pose in front of a ring, central wrestler opening his jacket and sticking out his tongue; ticket prices, QR code, King's Academy Prospect venue and 7:30pm show time.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

ZenStrokes by Farrah are back at the Angel Bar this month with a pair of Halloween workshops. 18 Oct: Pumpkin & Paint: Bottomless Brunch - spookiness, creativity, fizz, tapas 25 Oct: Little ZenStrokes Halloween Party - painting, partying & Halloween fun #forkids whatsonreading.com/venues/angel...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Say hello to pianist Max Mostovetskil - he'll perform at the next Concerts In Caversham concert. In Caversham. Max will perform music written by composers who lived and worked in his inspirational hometown of Leipzig, including Schumann, Mendelssohn and TWO Bachs. whatsonreading.com/venues/conce...

Max Mostovetskil with his arms folded, wearing a black suit and black shirt, leaning on a black wall. This guy likes black.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Looking for lunchtime listening? Check out our latest podcast, where Nick from Mates Rates talks Penta being the new home of grassroots comedy in Reading, and Nick from Reading Rep talks about two big shows this month, and what's to come this Christmas. whatsonreading.com/podcast

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

They may not be in the garden any more, but there's no shortage of gigs at The Flowing Spring this autumn - top tributes Fleetwood UK and Kozmic Pearl, an intimate solo show from Lucca Mae and piano-driven boogie-woogie from Marky Dawson & Derek Nash! Look & book whatsonreading.com/venues/flowi...

AI-generated poster for Fleetwood Mac tribute show

60s flower-power style poster for Janice Joplin tribute act, with a photo of a woman in rose-tinted glasses singing in the centre

A young woman in a slinky red dress playing a guitar and singing into a mic

A man sitting at a piano with his hand raised in the air

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

The films explore urgent social and humanitarian issues in the UK and around the world, including environmental challenges, poverty, the Palestinian struggle, refugee experiences, injustice and other issues affecting communities today. Look & book - whatsonreading.com/venues/readi...

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Activists Without Borders Film Festival 2026

Activists Without Borders Film Festival: global films, bold conversations, and urgent stories on social issues and climate crises for change Join us for a two-day, family-friendly film festival featur...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

This weekend, Activists Without Borders host their 2026 Film Festival here #inrdg, at The Pavillion and Reading Biscuit Factory. It's split into six programmes, each one offering a selection of films, followed by a panel discussion or Q&A and an opportunity to connect and network.

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Dave Lauchlan @davelauchlan.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Come to Reading for the Tapestry. Then, get a pint at the Monk's Retreat or The Alehouse. Wander up to MERL and see some smocks. On your way back to the station , take a detour to Castle Street and get a pie from Sweeney's to take home for your tea. You won't get stuck behind any tourists.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

We understand that the online ticket queue for the #BayeuxTapestry is once again LARGE So it's our duty to remind you that @readingmuseum.bsky.social has its own version, which has no online booking queue and can be seen for free. It also has added underpants.

Comparison of Reading's Bayeux Tapestry with the real thing, showing an image of a crouching man. On the left, he has underpants on, on the right, his men's bits are out for all to see

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

And on 9-10 October, the team from Twyford Beer Festival will be filling your steins with beer and your ears with oompah music at their Octoberfest celebrations! whatsonreading.com/venues/twyfo...

Event poster with image of a band in traditional Bavarian outfits holding instruments, and info about the event

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

This weekend, Twyford is practically BUZZING with culture that will make you keen to head east and get stuck in! On 8-10 October, Twyford Drama present "Home, I'm Darling", Laura Wade's comic drama about the realities of living that perfect 50s housewife dream! whatsonreading.com/venues/twyfo...

Photo of an actress in a 50s-style outfit holding a chocolate cake

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The first ever Siren Fest comes to The Facebar this Saturday, headlined by Slipknot-themed burlesque troupe Stripknot: Myasis, plus a corking line-up of punk and grunge and noisy music from SnM, Hag Reflex, Mel Quinn and Catfight! buff.ly/zRNxEMK

Poster advertising SIREN FEST: masked performers in red jumpsuits pose on outdoor steps to promote an alternative exotic cabaret, with event details including Saturday 10 October at The Face Bar, Reading, doors 6pm, ticket prices and supporting acts.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

This #BlackHistoryMonth offers up the chance for you (yes, you... and possibly your children) to get poetic For adults, there are weekly workshops at Celeste bar on Thursday evenings, culminating with a performance on Fri 16 Oct For kids, a workshop on Sat 10 Oct buff.ly/JN7Etw0

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

The November show from Mostly G&S will be that most British of G&S operas, THE YEOMEN OF THE GUARD, set in the Tower of London itself. It's the eleventh of Gilbert & Sullivan's fourteen Savoy Operas, bringing their very best inspiration and craftmanship. whatsonreading.com/venues/mostl...

Event poster with imagery of a chopping block and a yeoman of the guard

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

You can find the whole season at whatsonreading.com/classical-mu... And if this is your first time dipping your toes into classical music, the Test Drive Classical initiative is designed just for you! whatsonreading.com/hexagon/clas...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

It continues next week with the first Hexagon concert of the season from @royalphilorchestra.bsky.social, featuring the RPO’s Principal Clarinet Katherine Lacy performing Mozart's serene Clarinet Concerto - amongst other treats whatsonreading.com/venues/hexag...

Event poster showing a section of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, focusing on clarinet player Katherine Lacey

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Classical Music Alive In Reading is once again alive, and in Reading, beginning this week! The new series of concerts and concertos from top-tier classical performers kicks off tomorrow night with award-winning pianist Leon McCawley at the Concert Hall whatsonreading.com/venues/town-...

Leon McCawley, a white man in a black suit, playing the piano

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Thirty-five years since Alex Paterson lit the multi-coloured touchpaper The Orb’s interstellar space odyssey, he returns to Sub89 on 23 Oct joined by “telepathic sonic lieutenant” Michael Rendall, plus an opening set from the genre-expanding DJ Minali. whatsonreading.com/venues/sub89...

Two middle-aged men - one in a cap, gurning at the camera, the other in glasses with a shocked grin

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Have you heard our new podcast? We talk Reading's grassroots comedy scene with Nick from Mates Rates Comedy, and two shows for October (and a sneak peek at Christmas) with Nick from Reading Rep. Yep, both called Nick! buff.ly/Og6KcFx

Two casually dressed men posing beside a neon sign reading "Live at the Pentahotel — Friday Night Club Comedy," then seated and smiling together in empty red theater seats.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

October half-term is right around the corner and our list is growing nicely. From autumn trails to kid-friendly music and theatre shows, to arts and crafts workshops and even family-friendly wrestling with a former WWE superstar, we've got plenty boredom-busters to choose from! buff.ly/Bh21zdU

Promotional poster for a free "Autumn Adventure Trail" in Reading, 24th October–1st November, showing a smiling cartoon raccoon and fox standing among orange and yellow autumn leaves, red-capped mushrooms and a teal "Free Event" badge.

Halloween party flyer announcing "BOO!" with a small ghost icon and carved jack-o'-lanterns on a wooden table; event details read Sunday 25th October | 12:30–3PM at ZenStrokes by Farrah x Angel Bar, Caversham.

Poster for "Rude Science" showing a giant inflatable butt in red underpants labeled "Enormous Bottoms," a presenter firing a comedic nozzle, and surrounding icons and captions advertising gross-out stunts like vortex cannons, snot cocktails and urine-powered fireworks.

Promotional poster for GrandSlam Wrestling on Wednesday 28th October 2026 in Reading, featuring three shirtless wrestlers—center in sunglasses opening a jacket and sticking out his tongue, right wrestler holding a championship belt—beneath a bold gold "WRESTLING" headline.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Join Woodley Concert Band on 10 October for an evening of colour, contrast and joyful music as they present “Musical Kaleidoscope”! A kaleidoscope is bright, with changing patterns, and always joyful – and that is exactly what you can expect from WCB's autumn concert. buff.ly/jng2qEa

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Join Woodley Concert Band for an evening of colour, contrast and joyful music as we present “Musical Kaleidoscope”! A kaleidoscope is bright, with changing patterns, and always joyful – and that is…

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

And new on-sale is What's Wrong With Angry?, a heartfelt, rebellious, and ultimately uplifting story of a young gay relationship in 90's Britain and the devastating impact of Section 28 on the Gay Community and its allies. buff.ly/iYW8Lf5

Theatre poster announcing Progress Theatre's production "What's Wrong with Angry?" by Patrick Wilde, graffiti‑style title on a colorful painted brick wall background with dates 16–21 Nov 2026.

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

It's all go at @progresstheatre as they continue their 80th anniversary season! Next up on 12-17 October, it's Dance Nation, traversing the awkwardness of pre-teens on the brink of adolescence (albeit ones played by full-grown adults) and the competitive dance world buff.ly/Xs8qzPI

Promotional poster for the play DANCE NATION (Oct 12–17, 2026) showing three identical vintage ballerinas against a hot-pink background covered in black and red doodles—stars, arrows, a wolf sketch—and one dancer with red horns; credits to Clare Barron and Progress Theatre with an "80 Years of

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South Street Arts Centre @southstreetarts.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

New on sale - an extra date for Maybe You Like It's 'Down To Chance'! As Tue 6 Oct is now sold out, we've added another show on Wed 17 Feb 2027. Book now to see this madcap, funny and uplifting show about a woman, a radio & the biggest Earthquake in US history. whatsonreading.com/down-to-chance

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The Queer Time Traveller Mister Frank Will Take You On A Dramatic Journey Of Love And Heartbreak again In a double Bill of ‘a love letter :return to sender’ & a new piece ‘Being fool’ tomorrow night A double-bill of drag using lip syncing, clowning, mime and more whatsonreading.com/venues/doubl...

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Mister Frank's Journey of Love and Heartbreak

The Queer Time Traveller Mister Frank Will Take You On A Dramatic Journey Of Love And Heartbreak again In a double Bill of ‘a love letter :return to sender’ & a new piece ‘Being fool’ This is a double...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Don't forget, this Sunday Broad Street will be the place to celebrate 125 years of @reading-buses.co.uk, with historic buses lining the town centre - and vintage buses going on vintage routes for you to travel on, too! whatsonreading.com/venues/readi...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

West Forest Sinfonia are back at the Great Hall this Saturday, 3 October, with the first concert of a new season celebrating 40 years. They'll be joined by soloist Ewan Millar for Richard Strauss' Oboe Concerto. whatsonreading.com/venues/west-...

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Autumn Concert 2026

West Forest Sinfonia are delighted to welcome Ewan Millar as soloist on Richard Strauss' Oboe Concerto and Principal Conductor Philip Ellis in this first concert of the new season, celebrating 40 year...

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Reading Museum @readingmuseum.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Souvenir programme for Paul Robeson's 1931 UK tour, when he performed at Reading Town Hall. Robeson was a black American musician, and an important figure in the civil rights movement. The programme was recently acquired by the Museum. 📓 2024.32.1 📷 Reading Museum #BlackHistoryMonth #FridayFinds

Paul Robeson, singer and civil rights campaigner, on the cover of a concert programme. Reading Museum collection

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's the first weekend of October! It's the first WEEKEND GIG GUIDE of October! With folk and rock and jazz and prog and some VERY different tribute shows, courtesy of @southstreetarts.bsky.social, @purpleturtlerdg.bsky.social, @readifolk.bsky.social and folk who aren't yet on Bsky buff.ly/pbNKgDe

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

And Reading & Mid-Berks CAMRA go on an "October Rebellious Frolic" on 24 October, an extended pub crawl, albeit by bus, from Reading to Rebellion brewery in Marlow. whatsonreading.com/venues/readi...

A group of real ale drinkers sitting round a table in a pub

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

The Castle Tap host their annual Beer & Cider Festival on 22-25 Oct, with an extended line-up of the finest cask and keg beers plus stacks of interesting cider and perry - and The Beer Festival Quiz on the Friday! whatsonreading.com/venues/castl...

The Castle Tap pub with extra bars and boxes all set up to sell more beer

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Technically it's meant to be in September, but Oktoberfest come to @sirencraftbrew.bsky.social RG1 on 9 Oct whatsonreading.com/venues/siren... and Twyford Beer Festival host their version on 9 & 10 Oct whatsonreading.com/venues/twyfo...

Big Siren-branded steins of beer surrounded by pretzels on a checkered tablecloth

An oompah band in traditional Bavarian dress, holding their instruments

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

From this evening till 4 Oct, Double-Barrelled Brewery are pouring stouts and porters with their annual Dark Beer Weekend whatsonreading.com/venues/doubl...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Beer is part of Reading’s heritage – it’s one of our historic 3Bs – and there are plenty of opportunities to get tasting a fine brown brew this month. 🧵

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South Street Arts Centre @southstreetarts.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Just Announced & On Sale Now! Acclaimed improv comedy phenomenon 'David Elms Describes A Room' is coming to South Street on Fri 16 April 2027🙌 "This is surely one of the most original and artistic comedy shows" ★★★★ Chortle Find out more & book now at whatsonreading.com/david-elms-d...

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What's On Reading @rdgwhatson.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

It's nearly that time... whatsonreading.com/venues/hexag...

Front of the Hexagon theatre with a big poster for the Aladdin Christmas panto

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