Newbury, West Berkshire, England, United Kingdom
From 1932 to 1967, this building was the premises of the Newbury School of Dancing and Dramatic Art, managed by France Belk (1897-1976) From 1936 to 1966, she directed, staged, and choreographed 28 highly successful full-length pantomimes at the Corn Exchange, involving local people and amateurs, ad
ults and children. She also wrote the scripts and designed the colourful costumes and sets. The profits paid for two beds at the District Hospital and contributed to other charities. She contributed g
Listen to the audio guide for France Belk and Newbury School of Dancing and Dramatic Art blue plaque Free on WIP — starts by itself when you arrive, even with the screen off