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Customer Update: As a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, Warwick Arts Centre is now closed until we have further government guidance. There is no Box Office sales, online or by phone or counter; and the majority of staff, other than those progressing the Warwick 20:20 Project, which is continuing, are on furlough. Watch this space for more details. In the meantime, stay healthy and we look forward to welcoming you again very soon. Read more on our News pages.
CloseAs part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, the University of Warwick is hosting a golden festival of music at Warwick Arts Centre from Thu 21 – Sat 23 May, featuring some of the world best musicians, food and drink and free performances.
Check out the line-up for Thu 21 May below:
| Thu 21 May | 6:15pm |
Thu 10 Dec 2020 7.30pm
Venue: Butterworth Hall
Fri 4 Dec 2020 7.30pm
Venue: Butterworth Hall
Fri 16 Oct 2020 7.30pm
Venue: Butterworth Hall
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