Your guide to What's On this weekend
Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (9-11 June).
THEATRE
The Mikado
Friday & Saturday, Northcott Theatre, Exeter
Sasha Regan’s all male company make a welcome return to Exeter with their latest thrilling all-male version of The Mikado. Gilbert and Sullivan take us to the far away land of Titipu, where their penchant for poking fun at British Institutions combined with their inherent humour and timeless tunefulness make for, arguably, the most popular opera ever written. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk
Blush
Friday & Saturday, Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter
Snuff Box Theatre presents the award-winning play from Charlotte Josephine through five candid stories about revenge pornography and its many victims. www.bikeshedtheatre.co.uk
The Sons of Pitches 2017
Friday, Exeter Corn Exchange
They will be bringing a complete televisual experience to the stage. Celebrate the world of TV in an A Cappella adventure from terrestrial to digital, from tacky to wacky, in full HD. The he Sons of Pitches boys will even be handing the remote control over to the audience for the group’s trademark improvisation. www.exetercornexchange.co.uk
Ballet Theatre UK presents Alice in Wonderland
Saturday & Sunday, Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth
Join Alice on a magical adventure as she tumbles into Wonderland! Guided by the white Rabbit, Alice meets some astonishing characters including the Mad Hatter, the Queen of Hearts, a studious caterpillar and those mischievous twins, Tweedledum and Tweedledee. This production will delight and entertain all ages, don't miss it! Tickets £16/£10 under 16s. http://manorpavilion.com
MUSIC
Devon Boomtown Party
Friday, Exeter Phoenix
Expect four rooms of drum ‘n’ bass, garage, jungle, bassline, grime, oldschool, turntablism, hip hop, dub and more! Featuring: Ed Solo, 24 Garage Girls, Leisure Cenre, Dubtendo and much more. 10pm-2am, £14.50, over 18s only. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
Lemonfest
Friday & Satrday, Newton Abbot Racecourse
This Newton Abbot festival – taking place for the 7th year running – hosts an array of top local, national, and international DJs and bands across its six diverse stages of music. The line-up includes We Are Scientists Shy FX Dreadzone Gentlemen’s Dub Club Craig Charles Fenech Soler Little Comets Big Fish Little Fish Chainska Brassika. www.lemonfest.co.uk
Exeter Railway Band
Saturday, Transit Shed, Exeter Quay
A selection of brass music played by Exeter Railway Band in The Transit Shed on Exeter Quay, 11.30am-1.30pm.
Bach and the Blues
Saturday, 7.30pm, Topsham Methodist Church, Fore Street, Topsham
Jonathan Lucas Wood will be Exeter Bach Society’s dynamic Musical Director, and the concert will feature soprano Heloise West, baritone Jason Bomford, and the Exeter Bach Society Jazz Trio consisting of Colin Pettet (piano) Mike Thorn (double bass) and Michelle Hiley (drums). This is a concert that truly will appeal to all – and to emphasise and encourage this we are offering free tickets to under 18s. The advance price for those having to pay is £10. Tickets via www.exeterbachsociety.org or can be purchased from Exeter Tickets at the Tourist Information Centre, 01392 665885.
Guadalupe Plata
Sunday, 7.30pm, Exeter Phoenix
Described as ‘the most deathly delta blues outfit to ever emerge from Andalusia’ Guadalupe Plata channel red hot passion for the blues into Hispanic roots – this is a sound that lingers in the sunset like a voodoo curse. Tickets £10 (£8) standing. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
EVENTS
RSPB Exminster Marshes dragonfly walk
Saturday, 10am, RSPB Exminster and Powderham Marshes, Station Rd, Exeter EX6 8DZ
Join local dragonfly expert, Dave Smallshire, to explore the marshes to look for rarities including the hairy dragonfly and scarce chaser. 10am-12.30pm. RSPB and BDS Members £6, non-members £8. Booking essential. https://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/events-dates-and-inspiration...
San Miguel Picturehouse Pop-Up
Saturday & Sunday, Double Locks, Exeter
A weekend of outdoor cinema under the stars. Double Locks will provide full bar and catering facilities. Gates will open at 7pm, films at 9pm. Saturday’s film is Jaws (12A) and Sunday’s film is Withnail & I (15). Full details can be found here.
Farm Open Day
Sunday, 11am, Kenniford Farm, Clyst St Mary, Exeter
Place your bets on the grand Kenniford Farm piglet race, enjoy live music and devour a delicious hog roast as part of a host of fun activities at the farm’s open day. The event takes place from 11am-3pm. No dogs. http://kennifordfarm.co.uk/events/
EXHIBITIONS
Sea Life: Glimpses of the Wonderful
RAMM, Queen Street Exeter
Catch a glimpse of the magic and mystery of the world under the sea. Dive in, and delight in the wonders of aquatic life. Through a playful mix of historic objects, film, illustrations, live creatures and contemporary craft, the exhibition combines science and art to inspire a greater appreciation of Devon’s glorious coastline for visitors of all ages. The exhibition runs until 17 September, open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am-5pm.
Off the Surface: The Art of Hand-Embroidery
Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey
A collaborative exhibition showcasing the art of hand embroidery, old and new. Degree students from The Royal School of Needlework have produced contemporary, hand-embroidered work inspired by treasured textiles from world renowned archives at Hampton Court Palace.The exhibition features surface designs such as appliquéd garments, wearable sculpture, 3-D stitched drapes and hangings alongside historic purses, collars and lacework - offering a rare opportunity to see the past revived in a contemporary fashion. Open 10am-5.30pm daily, until 9 July.
