DARE TO CREATE
OLDHAM ARTS FESTIVAL
In 2025, we hosted Oldham's first ever arts festival. A place for artists to share their work, creatives to gather, and audiences to experience theatre and art right on their doorstep.​​
Over 8 days, we took over 4 incredible spaces in Oldham and shared over 30 different events with the people of Oldham. With each piece led by a local artist, this gave them an opportunity to do something a little different, without having to head into Manchester!​
For a town without a theatre, being able to invite artists to share their work and welcome audiences in was something incredible special to us. With sold out shows, site-specific work, dance, art and packed bars... the whole week truly was magical!​
Smoke & Mirrors in 1853 Studios Mill 1
Our final night audience for 'Not' a Night Out with DTK
We're incredibly grateful to everyone who got involved with Dare to Create: Oldham Arts Festival 2025. From artists, workshop leaders and volunteers, to each incredible audience member, and our amazing festival team. None of this would've been possible without you.
Murmurations in the 1853 Studios Loading Bay
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