Inner Space is an extension of the Global Retreat Centre and an initiative of Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University.

Inner Space is a modern, friendly Meditation Centre and Shop on Broad Street in the centre of Oxford. It offers a wide range of products, courses and activities designed to facilitate relaxation and self development in a way that is both spiritually enriching and easily applicable in day to day life.

City life can be stressful, so if you're in the city and you’re looking for a break from your busy schedule, Inner Space offers a supportive, inspiring environment in which to seek spiritual solutions, and find some peace and tranquillity - just a few steps away!
About Global Retreat Centre

Global Retreat Centre website
Since 1993, the Global Retreat Centre at Nuneham House (administered by Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University UK) has welcomed thousands of people from across the world. They come to restore balance and focus to their life through solitude, silence and the study of spiritual values. Tucked away in the rolling countryside of Oxfordshire, surrounded by 55 acres of historical gardens and overlooking the river Thames, Nuneham Park is the perfect location to step away from the frantic pace of modern living, and to rediscover your inner peace and power.

About Brahma Kumaris
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University (UK) teaches Raja Yoga as a way of experiencing peace of mind and a positive approach to life.
The University provides opportunities for people from all religious and cultural backgrounds to explore their own spirituality and learn skills of reflection and meditation derived from Raja Yoga, which will help develop inner calm, clear thinking and personal well-being.
Across the UK we work with national and local organisations and community groups in such areas as inter-religious dialogue, youth programmes, prison outreach, social work and women’s and men’s groups. BKWSU (UK) was established as a UK charity in 1975 and charges no fees for any of its activities, being funded by voluntary contributions.
The University is part of a worldwide network of over 8,500 centres in more than 100 countries, the first of which was founded in India in the 1930s.
Registered Charity Number: 269971 (England & Wales) SC040512 (Scotland)

Cornerstone is a purpose-built, professional arts, culture and entertainment venue in the heart of Didcot, brought to you by South Oxfordshire District Council. Cornerstone comprises a 234 seat Auditorium, in-house Coffee Shop called Nourish, Gallery, Dance Studio and hire spaces perfect for arts activities, as well as meetings.

Cornerstone is open from 10am - 6pm Tuesdays to Saturdays and 11am - 4pm on Sundays, except on evenings when we have a performance, when the venue is open until after the end of the performance.

Our coffee shop and bar Nourish is open from 10am to 9pm Tuesday to Saturday and 11am to 4pm on Sunday, except on evenings when we have a performance, when the venue is open until after the end of the performance.

Jennifer Christine Stokes is a South East based Freelance Community Dance Artist, originally from Liverpool, North West England. She has ten years experience as a Dance in Education & Community Dance Artist for organisations such as Cheshire Dance, English Heritage, Ludus Dance, MK Gallery and Theatre Royal Wakefield. Her roles have involved planning, organising and evaluating dance and performing arts workshops and programmes, workshop delivery and choreography in a wide range of styles including Bollywood, Contemporary, Dance for Camera, Dance Theatre, Physical Theatre and Street Dance. She has also devised workshops relating to National Curriculum topics such as Ancient Greeks, Romans, Liverpool, Victorian Britain and World War 2. Jennifer has led workshops and programmes to a wide range of groups including schools (primary and secondary), college, university, youth, elderly and disability groups as well as more specialised groups such as LGBT, youth dance and undergraduate dance companies, diversionary/excluded youth and Roma, Gypsy and Traveller groups.

As a Doctoral Researcher in Theatre and Performance at University of Reading, Jennifer is interested in investigating the need for a sociotransformative practice within community dance. With a focus on site-specific work and somatic practice, her research includes the development of a socio-choreographic practice that utilises digital technologies within communities. She will be making an original contribution to the field of community dance.

As a Catalyst Artist for dancedigital in 2013, Jennifer developed the idea for . An interactive and immersive digital environment that enabled audiences to become the dancers/users of their identity. Audience members were to be guided through the creation of their own avatars and encouraged to take part in a series of movement games that brought about an acceptance of themselves and others. aimed to create a performance by the audience that encouraged agency and also a sense of togetherness. This R&D period captured the attention of MK Gallery and Dance for Camera workshops inspired by the work have been included in their educational programme for 2014 – 2015.

Jennifer has studied under the direction of Frank Bock, Rosemary Brandt, Emilyn Claid, Valerie Preston-Dunlop, Helena Hunter, Miranda Pennell, Simon Vincenzi and Rachel Zerihan. All of whose practices have influenced her own. The mode of presentation of her work has been site-specific and mixed mode (recorded video projection and live, pre-directed performance) and she has showcased her work at Laban London (2010), Greenroom Arts Manchester (2011), The Dukes Lancaster (2011-2012), The Point Eastleigh (2011), Rich Mix London (2012), Blue Elephant Theatre Camberwell (2012) and The Place London (2013). She often collaborates with other artists, companies and organisations in their own performance based projects; taking on a variety of roles which are related to her past and current interests.

Jennifer is a professional member of People Dancing: The Foundation for Community Dance.

Cool Contours is a unique venue on the Oxon/Northants borders with breath-taking views surrounding the studio, a state-of-the-arte barn conversion on our farm.
We have now been in business for eight years and although we are in a rural position we are growing in reputation with more and more tutors, courses & workshops to choose from for your groups of friends, work colleagues. We are open all year round. We have local tutor/artists who take part in Oxfordshire Art Weeks annually at Cool Contours and we take part in their winter season Christmas market www.artweeks.org
Our Venue is for hire as a whole or just the studio for one person or groups, Societies, Company 'away-day' Business meetings etc. the choice is endless.
The building is L shaped and one half makes three very attractive contemporary self-contained bedrooms, each with their own front door, kitchenette, walk in shower wet room, flat screen TV, Wi-Fi and ample parking. They can be let out for two or more nights on a self-catering basis. Things to do and see in this beautiful area are walking with the Jurassic and Macmillan Way right outside the door, Visit Stratford, Silverstone, Cropredy Festival, local Races and many National Trust houses and gardens, Compton Verney, Warmington Herb Centre, Banbury Museum and so many more.
To find out more contact heather@coolcontours.co.uk www.coolcontours.co.uk

Lighting Designer, Photographer, Filmmaker

I design lighting and projection for dance, theatre, events and performance art. As a photograpaher I shoot headshots, production, BTS and documentary photography as well as promo films and profiles.

I love Technicolor colours and cinematic blacks.

See what I do here:

JUSTICE IN MOTION is a physical theatre company that through the performing arts raises awareness about social injustice.

We dynamically blend theatre, dance, contemporary circus, projection and music, to create powerful and thought-provoking performances that are exciting and visually stunning.

We also host a variety of events and workshops to engage the wider public and through our work and outreach, inspire towards action against social injustice.

We partner with specialist organisations in the respective fields of certain issues and through this approach bridge the gap between the arts and campaigns.

Classes, productions, activities, holiday courses and children's parties in drama, dance, singing, and film..... in Oxford!

OAPA BEGINNERS 5- 8 year olds, 915am, 11am, 12.45pm all sessions run for 90 minutes.
OAPA Saturday School 8-16 year olds 9.30am - 1pm.

I teach bellydancing at Oxford Middle Eastern Dance Society. I perform regularly at events in and around Oxford and am available for hen party workshops. And I also run workshops for artists to draw a figure in motion.

Soul Shine Wellbeing Space is a beautiful sanctuary in Abingdon that’s offers carefully crafted courses & workshops to empower people to feel good about themselves. Sessions can include The Nia Technique (TM), Dance Meditation/Mindfulness, Art/crafts, Music, & Simple Yoga/Relaxation The aim is to connect more to the goodness, power & beauty that lives within.

It is run and created by Vicky Rainbow. Vicky is dynamic & inspirational teacher with over 12 years experience of empowering others through movement, creativity, music & meditation to become the best that they can be. She is a certified Blue Belt Nia Instructor, Dance Meditation Facilitator, Artist and Singer/Songwriter She brings a sense of lightness, love and fun to all that she shares.

Chris Michael is one of the busiest performers in the UK.

Specialising in clowning, visual theatre, TIE and shows for audiences of all ages, he has performed over 4000 shows to over half a million people.

He has worked with Gifford's Circus, Legoland, Circus Space London and most notably with his theatre in education company MOMO Theatre.

In 2013 he released a series of short films, "The Silly Seasons" which have been shown in film festivals all over the world.

He also writes the "New Slapstick" blog about all aspects of visual comedy.

www.chrismichael.org.uk