Entertainment & Reviews

Poltimore Music & Arts Festival announces first wave of live bands line-up

The Music in Devon Initiative (MIDI) are announcing the first wave of live bands across two stages for the 2024 Poltimore Music & Arts Festival on Friday 22nd March and that tickets are now on sale: https://www.fatsoma.com/e/yay1hd0p/poltimore-festival-2024

Held in the grounds and the inside of Poltimore House over two days on May bank holiday Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th May, the live band line-up on the Main and Acoustic Courtyard stages will be:

The Main Stage; Sat 25th May

Drea and the Pandas 1-1.45pm

To be Announced 3-3.45

Pattern...

Free Into Film Festival returns to Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 10/15/2017 - 9:09pm

“To be in a crowded cinema full of young, enthusiastic film fans is a real joy because you realise that the work you are doing is going to reach future generations. I think just opening these young people’s minds to the excitement and inspiration that’s possible with film and combining that with education is an immense and important undertaking that Into Film is engaged with and the fact that they do all this for free is just incredible”. Rosamund Pike (A United Kingdom, An Education, Gone Girl)

For three weeks this autumn young people in the South West can enjoy a free, fun and...

Yeovil Town player Michael McIndoe releases explosive new autobiography

Former professional footballer, Michael McIndoe is now probably best known for allegedly being the mastermind behind the biggest case of fraud to hit the British game. But what really happened to all those so-called missing millions? For the first time ever, the controversial Scotsman speaks out in his new book - Wildling.

Raised on the notorious Calders estate in Edinburgh, McIndoe battled through drugs and violent gang life during the 1990s until he was forced to make a choice between a turbulent lifestyle and his love for the game. He pursued his dream and got his first...

Some Enchanted Evening

Authored by elfcharity
Posted: Fri, 10/13/2017 - 10:56am

180 guests joined Exeter Leukaemia Fund (ELF) for their Enchanted Ball at Exeter Castle. The event was sponsored by Equinix and Brewin Dolphin and hosted by celebrity gardener Toby Buckland.

Over £25,000 was raised at the event. This could pay for ELF’s counsellor for a whole year meaning that 300 families can get the advice and support they need during some of the most difficult times of their lives.

Guests enjoyed a 3 course meal and a silent auction with prizes including a guitar signed by MUSE, a holiday in Cornwall and a box at the 02, before dancing the night away to...

Celebrate Apple Day with special offer for Apple John

On 18 & 19 Nov Theatre Alibi will bring Daniel Jamieson’s new non-verbal show, Apple John, to Exeter Phoenix and in honour of Apple Day, Exeter Phoenix is offering 10% off bookings for family tickets when using the applefamily code at checkout.

Apple John is a play for young audiences aged 5 to 11, it tells the life story of a man called John and an apple tree side by side. The show delights in every moment; from first train set to first blossom to leaving home and hurricanes, without uttering a single word. A story of life and love is told through original live music,...

Collection gives insight into making of iconic Blade Runner movie

A collection of memorabilia held at the University of Exeter’s cinema museum has given a fascinating glimpse into the production of one of the 20th century’s most iconic movies as a sequel appears years after its initial release.

Denis Villeneuve’s highly-anticipated sequel “Blade Runner 2049”, starring Harrison Ford once again, alongside Hollywood big-hitter Ryan Gosling opens this Friday and is set 30 years on from the events of the film.

The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum holds a number of publicity materials including stills for cult director Ridley Scott’s seminal film,...

Explore, learn and get Involved this half term at Exeter Phoenix

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 10/11/2017 - 11:11am

Exeter Phoenix’s half term events are full of wonder with theatre, films and courses to keep children, and those who are young at heart, inspired and engaged while school is out. Family theatre show Your Toys, from Slot Machine Theatre company, invites its young audience to bring their own toys to life. Using a unique style of puppetry, original live music and quirky humour, the show is literally made by the audience’s toys. Expect adventure, laughs and audience participation at this show suitable for 5-9 year olds and their grown ups. Exeter Phoenix’s cinema, Studio 74, will be full of...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 10/11/2017 - 11:06am

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (13-15 October).

THEATRE

Around the World in 80 Days Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Northcott Theatre, Exeter The mysterious and fabulously wealthy Phileas Fogg wagers his life’s fortune that he can circumnavigate the globe in just 80 days. Join Fogg and his loyal valet, Passepartout, as they voyage from the misty alleys of Victorian London to the exotic subcontinent and the Wild West in a race against the clock. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk

The Gondoliers Friday & Saturday, Barnfield Theatre...

CLIC for Christmas 2017 - final lineup revealed

Authored by badredruby
Posted: Tue, 10/10/2017 - 10:57am

On 5th October, the finalists from the Devon Schools Choir Competition, run by La La Choirs, took centre stage at Southernhay URC and competed for a chance to perform in Exeter Cathedral at the annual sell out concert, CLIC for Christmas. Five choirs had been shortlisted and all the choirs at the final sang two songs each. Yet again, the standard was incredibly high, giving the judging panel a really hard time deciding between them.

Congratulations go to Kingsley School from Bideford, led by Chris Beechey, Head of Music, who just edged it on the day and were named the winners. The...

REVIEW: A Night of Dirty Dancing – The Ultimate Tribute Show

As a massive fan of the 1987 classic film Dirty Dancing, featuring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey, I was thrilled to be asked to attend A Night of Dirty Dancing – The Ultimate Tribute Show, at the Exmouth Pavilion on Friday 6th October.

For those who don’t know (have you been under a rock?!) Dirty Dancing is a coming of age story about Baby (Frances Houseman) who becomes an incredible dancer and meets the man of her dreams (Johnny Castle) whilst holidaying at a family resort with her family.

Friday’s tribute performance, produced by Philip J Hawkins of Total Productions,...

East Devon District Council’s countryside winter events guide now available

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 10/06/2017 - 5:33pm

Need some inspiration to keep active and outdoors this winter? Why not pick up a winter events guide which has just been published by East Devon District Council’s countryside team and is packed full of great things to do from now until April next year.

There are more than 110 events in the guide which are being delivered by the countryside team and other partner organisations including, Leisure East Devon, Seaton Jurassic and Sidmouth Arboretum.

Whether you fancy walking with a group, learning about the wildlife found in East Devon or trying a craft such as wreath or soap...

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