The Cake International Theatre
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We’re absolutely delighted to announce that Rainbow Dust and Squires Kitchen are the official sponsors of this year’s CI Theatre—and they’re bringing the sugar, sparkle, and showstopping skills to match!
Get ready for an unforgettable line-up of live demonstrations featuring some of the biggest names in the baking and cake decorating world. From dazzling sugarcraft techniques and edible art to insider tips and trend-setting designs, this star-studded schedule has been specially curated to inspire and excite.
Whether you’re a professional cake artist, a passionate home baker, or someone who simply loves beautiful bakes, there’s something here for everyone to enjoy.
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Friday 6th November 2026
10:00 – 16:45
Chris Baber
will be introducing the artists and chatting to them on stage as they demonstrate
10:00 – 10:45
Lea Phillips The Blondie Baker
Stroopwafel Sandwich
11:00 – 11.45
Josh Smalley
A Celebration of Colour – Celebrating Diwali
12:00 – 12.45
Victor Diaz
From Palette to Patina
13:00 – 13:45
Cherish Finden
TBC
14:00 – 14:45
Battle of the Bakes
Josh Smalley & Simone Taylor Two cake artists. One mystery box. One epic bake-off. Come and watch the Battle of the Bakes unfold LIVE!
15:00 – 15:45
Kerry Hemms
Coffee and pistachio cake
16:00 – 16:45
Emily Hankins
Precision Striping & Edible Painting
Saturday 7th November 2026
10:00 – 16:45
Chris Baber
will be introducing the artists and chatting to them on stage as they demonstrate
10:00 – 10:45
Corinna Maguire
Creating a 2D Relief Pirate
11:00 – 11.45
Aimee Ford
Texture & Lustre: The Art of Embossing
12:00 – 12.45
Bridie West
Edible Watercolour Motifs
13:00 – 13:45
Simone Taylor
A Very Buttercream Christmas
14:00 – 14:45
Battle of the Bakers
Emma Jayne & Victor Diaz Two cake artists. One mystery box. One epic bake-off. Come and watch the Battle of the Bakes unfold LIVE!
15:00 – 15:45
TBC
TBC
16:00 – 16:45
Miriam Pearson
Delicious Viennese Whirl Mince pies using sweet mincemeat
Sunday 8th November 2026
10:00 – 16:45
Chris Baber
will be introducing the artists and chatting to them on stage as they demonstrate
10:00 – 10:45
Karen & Alice Davies
TBC
11:00 – 11.45
Josh Smalley
Creating a Christmas Showstopper
12:00 – 12.45
Marta Torres
Christmas in Icing
13:00 – 13:45
Simone Taylor
Creating the Perfect Fondant Rainbow
14:00 – 14:45
Competition Prize Giving
Time to find out who our competition winners are
15:00 – 15:45
Anesha Baxter
Tropical Elegance: Creating a Pink Ginger Sugar Flower
Please note the programme is subject to change.
