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The London African Gospel Choir closed Budleigh Music Festival in spectacular style

Budleigh Music Festival strikes emotional chord with concertgoers

From the opening notes of the community choral day to the uplifting finale of the London African Gospel Choir, Budleigh Music Festival celebrated its 20th anniversary in style.

Taking place in the beautiful St Peter’s Church, the festival delivered world-class classical performances, inclusive community events, and stunning moments of musical magic.

More than 3,600 tickets were sold over the nine-day Festival, which included performances by Sir Michael Morpurgo and cellist Clare O’Connell, internationally acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough, and Bath Philharmonia....

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (8-10 February):

THEATRE

Return to the Forbidden Planet

Friday & Saturday, Queen Elizabeth's School Drama Hall, Western Road, Crediton

Billed as Shakespeare’s forgotten rock and roll masterpiece! Shows at 7.30pm, matinee 2.30pm Saturday. Tickets £10, £7 students. Available from the School Libraries 01363 778365.

The Life I Lead

Friday & Saturday, Exeter Northcott

David Tomlinson built a career playing a certain type of Englishman – stiff, formal and a bit of a silly...

Flying carpets spotted over Silverton… as the exotic east arrives with Aladdin!

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/06/2019 - 7:19am

A TIMELESS tale of love set in exotic ancient China is coming to Silverton this February half-term as Aladdin swops the 55B bus to ride in on his magic carpet!

The Mid Devon village will be transformed into enchanting old Peking fit for a beautiful princess, a dastardly uncle, a clever genie and love-struck Aladdin in this family-favourite pantomime – the first to be staged in the village for almost 30 years!

Staged by the Silverton Luvvies, this modern take on a time-less classic promises laughs, love, intrigue and, er, two idiotic policemen!

Director Portia Smith...

Wonder Fields announces wonder-ful line-up for 2019 festival

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 02/06/2019 - 7:09am

Wonder Fields, the biggest and best party in Devon has announced the first wave of their jam-packed line-up of live music, with their fifth festival taking place from 12 – 14th July 2019 within the beautiful grounds of Great Fulford.

Organised by brother and sister Alice and Nick de Haan, whose childhood was spent in the Devonshire countryside, Wonder Fields is a magical mix of party vibes, family fun, hilarious escapades and outdoor activities.

Drawing 3,500 people to the grounds of Great Fulford for three its days of festival fun, this first wave of acts features the...

Comedian Sean McLoughlin heads to Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/04/2019 - 9:48pm

Following a whirlwind year of high-profile tour support slots (Ricky Gervais, Bill Burr, Doug Stanhope), a 2018 Chortle Award nomination and an acclaimed, sell out Edinburgh Fringe run, Sean McLoughlin - ‘The best comedian you haven't heard of yet.’ (Time Out) - is taking Hail Mary, an hour of masterful stand up, around the UK on a national tour - arriving in Exeter on 16 April.

The human race is at a crossroads: on one path lies the future, with its twitchy technology and mega-corporations who know us better than we know ourselves; on the other lies the past and all the baggage...

Two Short Nights Film Festival invites submissions

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 02/04/2019 - 2:49pm

Two Short Nights Film Festival is one of the biggest dates in the city’s creative diary.

Organised by Exeter Phoenix, the festival celebrates regional, national and international short films, and the people who make them.

Filmmakers and film lovers alike can enjoy selected screenings, workshops, talks and creative sessions with industry professionals.

2019 will be the festival’s 18th year of bringing world-class cinema to the South West, and take over Exeter Phoenix from 27th – 29th November.

Speaking about the festival, Jonas Hawkins – Exeter Phoenix’s...

New Film Society launches in Exeter

This month, Vue Exeter is one of the first in the UK to launch The Film Society, offering members 50% off a specially curated programme of 12 quality films for a one-off fee of just £10.

The first handpicked title is multiple Oscar nominee Green Book, starring Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali. Green Book is closely followed by The Aftermath starring Kiera Knightly and The Sisters Brothers featuring John C. Reilly, Joaquin Phoenix, Jake Gyllenhaal and Riz Ahmed.

Every three months, a new programme showcasing the next selection of films will be sent to all members, who can...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sat, 02/02/2019 - 10:54am

Your guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (1-3 February):

THEATRE

The Little Mermaid – The Panto

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

Exeter Police and Hospital Players present the story of a young mermaid, Ariel, and how she falls for the dashing Prince Marvellous. Ariel lives with her parents, brother and sisters near Torquay, and after seeing the Prince on board his ship on a trip to Brixham, she falls for him and he for her. Standing in the way of true love and happiness is the evil Sea Witch who, seeing Ariel’s...

Rock Gem ‘n’ Bead Show returns to Exeter in March

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Fri, 02/01/2019 - 10:06pm

The popular touring ‘Rock Gem ‘n' Bead Show' is returning to Exeter Racecourse once again in March this year. The venue has played host to the craft fair for the past several years now, attracting enthusiasts and interested parties from around the area to head down and see some of the finest hand-crafted creations available in the UK. The show is about more than just handmade jewellery though; there are a plethora of arts and craft opportunities available to the public, alongside quirky exhibitions and scientific lectures.

The purpose of the event is part-sales, part-entertainment...

Games to keep you entertained this winter

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 01/31/2019 - 12:31pm

During the winter months, with short hours of daylight and bitterly cold temperatures getting out and about is sometimes not as practical as at other times of the year. That evening stroll you take in the summer, or the weekend trip to the beach are not feasible in freezing air and blizzard conditions . We therefore need something to keep us entertained whilst we find ourselves house bound, without the reprieve of outdoor activities. One solution is to pick a new game to play, if you choose the right one it’ll keep you busy right through to spring, and bring you hours of enjoyment in the...

Promotion hunting: The best way to save money in casinos

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Thu, 01/31/2019 - 6:45am

Money is important, we all know it. To have it is an assured relief from most problems in life, and to not have it creates enough headaches and pangs to sour any mood. It is only to be expected that not everybody is born with a golden spoon, so money is a hard thing to come by these days and harder to keep while still fulfilling life’s basic needs. Saving money is a skill that is usually innate but can be developed over time if one only knows how to go about it. And the best way to save money while still not pretending to be broke is to hunt for promotions.

Promotions are any kind...

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