CATS drama double horror
A double bill of two classic short horror stories presented in the format of radio plays.
The Monkey’s Paw is a horror short story by English author W. W. Jacobs which tells of the supernatural powers of a mummified monkey’s paw which can grant three wishes to those that possess it. But…… beware of the hellish consequences as punishment for tampering with fate!
The Signal-Man is a horror mystery story by Charles Dickens which tells the tale of a railway signalman haunted by a spectre and who receives phantom warnings of danger each of which is followed by a terrible accident.

If you are planning to visit the lantern parade and the CATS Theatre Production, the Parade finishes at the Guild Hall in time for the production. Giving a true light and dark experience.

Moorland Voices and various solo artists and musicians will perform at St Giles Abbott parish church.

A stunning drama performance by Don’t Go into the Cellar described as ‘Victorian drama with bite’. The performance is Sherlock Holmes vs Dracula. After the success of the Cheadle Moon events, this is another amazing opportunity to experience the unique atmosphere of events at St Giles the Abbot. Bar for Pre-performance and Interval drinks.

Definitely Oasis - regarded as a top Oasis tribute band. Bring your own alcohol.

The Lantern Parade will be a fantastic finale to the Arts Festival 2024 Programme of events. The community have been busy making lanterns at our workshops to make a stunning visual display. Spark Drummers have been booked.

The route of the parade will be published soon.

This is event is being funded and delivered in collaboration with Outside and is Free to attend

If you are planning to visit the lantern parade and the CATS Theatre Production, the Parade finishes at the Guild Hall in time for the production. Giving a true light and dark experience.

~ Cheadle Market is hosting an Arts, Crafts and & Artisans Market.
~ Artists showcase & exhibition is set up in Guild Hall – one day only.
~Public judging of the Photographic Competition is taking place in the Oakley Room at the Guild Hall. Get your photo entries in first thing in the morning then come during the day and choose your favourites to win.
~There will be entertainers around town, including Morris Dancers.

Please note: applications are open to take a market stall or exhibition space please contact us via the website. Artists wishing to display their work should contact the oganiser asap.

We have included the Wave of Light Service for Baby Loss Awareness Week in the Arts Festival programme because we are working with local charity A Child of Mine. Anyone that has been affected by baby loss is invited to attend this free service at the Wellspring Methodist Church in Cheadle. The service starts at 6.30pm and candles are lit at 7pm.

An afternoon of performances including: Cheadle Community Choir, Uke3A - Ukulele bank, U3A band, and Amy Lou Dancers. Refreshments and cakes will be available to enjoy during the performances. Performers will be running 15 - 20 minute sets during the course of the afternoon. Come and stay as long as you like.
Free Performance

A double bill of two classic short horror stories presented in the format of radio plays.
The Monkey’s Paw is a horror short story by English author W. W. Jacobs which tells of the supernatural powers of a mummified monkey’s paw which can grant three wishes to those that possess it. But…… beware of the hellish consequences as punishment for tampering with fate!

The Signal-Man is a horror mystery story by Charles Dickens which tells the tale of a railway signalman haunted by a spectre and who receives phantom warnings of danger each of which is followed by a terrible accident.

Classic Murder Mystery evening – can you guess Whodunnit? Written and performed by U3A Drama Group. Bar open. Tickets include Pie & Pea supper. A fun Friday night awaits.

An afternoon of Gothic Industrial Folk Music at St Giles Catholic Church, in this one-off project.
Free

Urban Sketchers is a global community of artists. We share our love for the places where we live and travel - one drawing at a time. The USK mission is to raise the artistic, storytelling, and educational value of on-location drawing. Cheadle Arts is delighted to welcome back the Stoke-on-Trent USK group
Free

In line with the Festival theme of Light and Dark, we are organising the most light and fluffy fun film we can think of: Mama Mia. Ticket details to follow. We are delighted that a spin off from the Arts Festival planning has resulted in regular film showings at Wellspring Community Centre. Another example of Cheadle Arts and Outside collaborating to bring arts and entertainment to Cheadle.

Mama Mia Poster by IMP Awards

This artists get-together is part of an ongoing series of events offering the chance for local creatives to come to meet up and share information about what they’re working on, build new networks, find out about funding opportunities and hopefully inspire one another. Please come along.

RSVP via the link. The event is free to attend.

Comedy Night
Last year was a sell out success. The venue, the acts, the food, the atmosphere were perfect. Don't miss out this year! Pie & pea supper see menu. Bar. Compere and 3 up and coming acts. Headline Act - David Eagle David was awarded the New Act Of The Year prize at 2018’s

Three one act plays. Tea and coffee included. Bar open to purchase other refreshments and alcoholic drinks.