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Exeter Northcott and Exeter Phoenix announce Scratch Night partnership to support local artists

This exciting new partnership aims to expand the opportunities for established and emerging creatives based in the South West by giving them a platform to showcase work in progress.

Exeter Northcott and Exeter Phoenix are joining forces to host a series of Scratch Nights, the first of which will be held at Exeter Phoenix this October as part of Exeter Northcott’s Elevate Festival , an annual celebration of local artists and new work. These events are an essential part of a chain of artist development opportunities that support artists and their work from an initial idea to the midscale...

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James Rowland’s Songs of the Heart Trilogy

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 01/30/2025 - 9:26pm

Celebrated theatremaker James Rowland is embarking on a massive 50+ date UK tour of his critically acclaimed Songs of the Heart Trilogy, performing in Devon at Exeter Phoenix and at the Theatre Royal Plymouth Drum.

Straight off the back of another sold out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, which included his 100th show in Summerhall’s Anatomy Lecture Theatre, James Rowland is embarking on his biggest tour to date. From January - May 2025, he will be performing his critically acclaimed Songs of the Heart Trilogy of shows across the country.

From Essex to Edinburgh,...

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What Games will be Popular in Exeter in 2025?

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Tue, 01/28/2025 - 10:59pm

January may be over but the new year is still in its infancy. There are 11 months still to run and a lot can happen in that time.

There are entire trends that will come and go in 2025 that have not even got off the ground yet. The best-selling books, most-watched movies, and hottest songs are all still to be released.

The same is true for video games. Although many titles in the modern world of gaming live on for years or even decades, new blockbusters go on sale regularly too. So lets take a look at the games that players will be playing in Exeter and beyond in 2025....

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Gone Wild Festival Announces Sensational Summer 2025 Line-up

Gone Wild, the UK’s ultimate family adventure, will return to Powderham Castle in Devon 21st-24th August 2025.

Created in partnership with Bear Grylls, the festival has today announced the full 2025 music line-up for the first time.

With acts including Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Professor Green, Clean Bandit, The Zutons , Lucy Spraggan and Ministry of Sound Classical it is set to be another unforgettable experience.

The four day festival offers days packed with activities and experiences like no other. Inspirational guest speakers include legendary names such as Joe...

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Valentines Piano Concert to light up Exeter Cathedral

This Valentine’s Day will see one of the world’s top pianists performing at Exeter Cathedral for a night of romantic piano music.

Presented by Candlelight Concerts, the programme features Beethoven’s “Moonlight” Sonata, Chopin’s “Raindrop” Prelude, selected nocturnes, and Debussy’s Preludes—all performed in the cathedral’s stunning setting, illuminated by the warm, flickering glow of hundreds of candles on stage.

The music will be performed by one of today’s leading pianists, Ben Schoeman, lauded by critics and audiences worldwide. A recent gold medal winner at the Royal...

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Ward Thomas: Intimate Asouctic Tour - extra dates added

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 01/01/2025 - 10:04pm

A trio of new dates have been added to country duo Ward Thomas’ UK tour for Winter 2025, including second shows in Bury St Edmunds and Milton Keynes and a new show in Exeter.

Hailed as the UK’s most successful country act, twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy Ward Thomas will tour across the country with a 22-date tour across January and February, performing a special show with stripped back versions of songs from across their career.

These unique shows will take Ward Thomas back to their early days of performing and writing together, seeing the duo perform and share the...

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Let's Rock Exeter announces 2025 line-up

The iconic 80s retro festival, Let's Rock, has unveiled its official line-up for summer 2025 at Let's Rock Exeter- and it's the best ever!

Part of the UK's most successful retro festival series, Let's Rock Exeter proudly announces that UK super-band, Squeeze will headline the festival next summer.

The stellar line-up also includes Matt Goss (Bros) for his first ever Let's Rock appearance, Kim Wilde, Go West, Bad Manners, Then Jerico, T-Pau, Jennie Bellstar, Pat Sharp, Thereza Bazar's Dollar, Owen Paul and many many more exciting 80s acts. Tickets start at just £39.50 and...

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Exeter College's Festival of Carols Lights Up the Cathedral

Exeter College proudly hosted its annual Festival of Carols on Thursday evening, uniting students, parents, and the broader Exeter community in a celebration of the festive season and a reflective conclusion to the year. The event took place in the magnificent setting of Exeter Cathedral.

The service was led by Reverend Matt Clayton, Leader of Unlimited Church and UNLTD Coffee, and Reverend Canon Chris Palmer, Canon Treasurer at Exeter Cathedral.

The evening began with welcome speeches from Exeter College Principal and Chief Executive John Laramy CBE and Reverend Canon...

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Duran Duran to headline at Powderham Castle Concert

Legendary British band Duran Duran are set to electrify the stage at Powderham Castle on Thursday, 3rd July 2025 , for an unforgettable night of live music. This highly anticipated performance is one of only two UK headline shows for the band next year, making it a truly unmissable event.

The multi-award-winning group, celebrated for their timeless hits, will headline Powderham Presents , a brand-new music festival bringing world-class acts to the heart of Devon. Joining them are Nile Rodgers & CHIC , the disco legends behind chart-topping anthems like Le Freak and Good Times...

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Wynstream Primary School Hosts Gabrieli Roar workshop

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 11/26/2024 - 6:18pm

Wynstream Primary School in Exeter, part of Education South West , has hosted a Gabrieli Roar workshop this month for three other schools, ahead of their performance at Exeter Cathedral on the 9th of December.

Gabrieli is a choir and period instrument orchestra founded and led by Artistic Director Paul McCreesh. They perform and record choral, vocal and instrumental repertoire from the renaissance to the present day and have cultivated an international reputation for excellence, innovation and ambition. They offer first-class performance opportunities to young people through...

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Comparing the Eggy Car Game with Other Physics-Based Games

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 11/26/2024 - 7:10am

Physics-based games have taken the gaming world by storm in recent years, providing players with a refreshing mix of realistic mechanics and exciting gameplay. Among these, Eggy Car has gained significant attention for its combination of physics-based car mechanics and the added challenge of keeping an egg intact. However, it is not the only physics-based game offering an engaging experience. There are many others, each with its unique take on the genre. In this article, we will compare Eggy Car with some of the most popular physics-based games, highlighting their similarities,...

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