Arts at the Old Fire Station

Arts at the Old Fire Station ('AOFS') is a charity operating an arts centre, comprising a Theatre, Gallery and Shop, in George Street, Oxford, England.

Arts at the Old Fire Station (OFS).

History

The charity was formed in an old corn exchange and fire station complex by the Oxford Area Arts Council in 1973.[1][2] Many theatrical performances have taken place in the venue which for much of its early life was known as the "Old Fire Station Theatre".[3]

The homelessness charity, Crisis Skylight Oxford, has shared the space, co-located with Arts at the Old Fire Station which manages the venue, since 2011.[4]

References
  1. "History of the Old Fire Station". Arts at the Old Fire Station. Retrieved 3 August 2023.
  2. "From fire station to space for the arts, homeless". 9 February 2023. Retrieved 3 August 2023.
  3. "Old Fire Station Theatre". Archive of Performances of Greek and Roman Drama. Retrieved 3 August 2023.
  4. "Old Fire Station is ready for business". Oxford Mail. 25 October 2011. Retrieved 3 August 2023.

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