Your guide to What's On this weekend
Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (12-14 October):
THEATRE
Fagin?
Friday, Cygnet Theatre, Exeter
Who was Fagin? Was he the Fagin in Dickens’ Oliver Twist? Was he the Fagin in Oliver! the musical? Was he based on a real-life character? Join Fagin as he reviews his situation during his final night in prison before being hanged. As madness envelopes him he is ‘visited’ by some old friends. Find out who he really was and how he ended up as one of the best known, yet unknown, of Dicken’s characters. Think you know Fagin? Think again. www.facebook.com/fagintheplay
Felicity Ward: Busting A Nut
Saturday, Exeter Phoenix
Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Show Nominee 2018 and regular co-host of The Guilty Feminist Podcast, Felicity Ward brings her latest show, Busting A Nut, to Exeter as part of the WOW (Women of the World) Festival. https://www.exeterphoenix.org.uk/events/felicity-ward/
Iolanthe
Friday & Saturday, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter
St David’s Players return to the Barnfield with another Gilbert & Sullivan favourite: Iolanthe. This visual feast, with lots of catchy songs and hilarious dialogue, weaves a lighthearted tale of crime, punishment, fairies, lords and – eventually – true love. With great music, a sumptuous 13-piece live orchestra and satirical political comedy that’s as relevant today as it was 125 years ago, Iolantheis classic Gilbert & Sullivan at its very best! www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk
Don Carlos
Exeter Northcott
A magnificent tale of passion and power set against the chilling backdrop of the bloody and ruthless Spanish Inquisition. Don Carlos is torn apart when his tyrannical father King Philip II seals a peace deal by marrying French noble Elizabeth de Valois, the love of Carlos’ life. The heartbroken heir turns for help to his closest friend, Rodrigo, Marquis of Posa, a champion of the oppressed, who questions the monarch’s iron rule and becomes an unlikely power broker in the duplicitous court. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/
MUSIC
Two Moors Festival
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Various Venues, Exmouth
Running from the 12th-21st October, the prestigious Two Moors Festival is now in its 18th year and with a stellar line up of world-class artists, outstanding music and breath-taking venues, the October festival is not to be missed. https://tickets.twomoorsfestival.co.uk/sales/2018-festival
Livewire the AC/DC Show
Friday, Exeter Corn Exchange
The hugely successful and unique six-man tribute to rock music's greatest band AC/DC, complete with cannons, a wall of Marshalls' and over two hours of High Voltage Rock 'n' Roll in a show critically acclaimed for its closeness in look and sound to the real thing. https://exetercornexchange.co.uk
EVENTS
Oktoberfest
Friday & Saturday, Exeter Castle, Castle Street, Exeter
The ever popular Oktoberfest returns to Exeter. Trying to bring a flavour of the world renowned German beer festival the organisers are planning a Bavarian marquee with a local twist, where you will have six hours to drink some delicious German beers out of steins. Doors open at 5pm on both days. There will also be wines, Prosecco, spirits, soft drinks and plenty of German foods.
Exeter Vegan Market
Saturday, Exeter Corn Exchange
This market features more than 40 stalls showcasing local independent, ethical, vegan-friendly artisans, traders, makers and small businesses, plus tasty offerings from a great-value café. https://exetercornexchange.co.uk
WOW Women of the World Festival
Saturday & Sunday, Exeter
In 2018, the year that marked the 100th anniversary since some women got the vote in the UK, and when #MeToo shook the world, we have brought together artists, writers, politicians, comedians, activists and more for the 2nd annual WOW Exeter at RAMM, Exeter Phoenix and Exeter Library. WOW is a celebration of the achievements of women and girls and looks at the obstacles that stop them from reaching their full potential. Talks, workshops, panel discussions, music and more, it is a festival for women and anyone who knows a woman. https://www.exeterphoenix.org.uk/events/women-of-the-world/
Killerton Apple Festival
Saturday & Sunday, Killerton Estate, Broadclyst
Over 700 people have helped continue the tradition of hand-picking apples from the orchard at the National Trust’s Killerton estate, in time to be pressed at Killerton’s Apple Festival this weekend. A wonderful family favourite, this year the festival will feature children’s activities, magic and juggling, willow weaving, family trails and live music. Visitors can bring their own apples to press into juice, witness the 200 year old cider press in action, try archery, browse the stalls in the orchard and taste great food from the Killerton estate. Open 10am-5pm, adult entry costs £8, and children £4. National Trust members and under 5’s are free. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Killerton
Family Food Fair ** CANCELLED **
Saturday, The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth
Event cancelled due to weather. https://www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk
Exeter Choral Society - Live and Vocal! Free public exhibition
Saturday, St Stephen’s Church, High Street, Exeter
Exeter Choral Society (formerly Whipton Choral Society) was founded in 1943, when Exeter was a garrison town. Now celebrating our 75th year, we are curating an exhibition of the life and times of the choir. Find out about the lives of early choir members, the fun and drama of choir life, what we do today and our plans for the future. 10am-4pm. All ages are welcome; there will be a quiz and activity sheet for children.
Coffee Morning
The Blackmore Theatre, Bicton Street, Exmouth
The Exmouth Players (CIO) are holding their monthly coffee morning at The Blackmore Theatre.
Come and join The Exmouth Players for tea, coffee and some very lovely home-made cakes.
There is a raffle and there are books, cards, DVD’s and much more on sale. 10am-noon.
