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Celebrating 100 Years of Morecambe and Wise: Eric and Ern Comes to Exeter

Eric and Ern, the new show from Ian Ashpitel and Jonty Stephens - the Olivier nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated and critically acclaimed West End hit Eric & Little Ern - will be coming to Exeter Northcott Theatre from Wednesday 16 to Sunday 20 December, as the culmination of an extensive Autumn/Winter UK tour.

The show’s 2026 national tour is a mark of celebration for the 100th birthdays of Eric Morecambe (born 14 May 1926) and Ernie Wise (born 17 November 1925) and their legendary comedy partnership.

Eric and Ern takes audiences back to the times when whole...

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All aboard for the Ocean Film Festival World Tour!

The Ocean Film Festival World Tour is bringing three nights of spectacular ocean films to Exeter this autumn, landing at the Corn Exchange on 19-21 September.

Visiting more than 35 locations, the event involves a selection of short films telling seafaring storiesfrom both above and below the water’s surface. Witness mind-blowing marine life, wild adventures and stunning cinematography – all on the big screen!

“From surfers to fisherman, and marine scientists to artists, these films feature fascinatingcharacters who have dedicated their lives to the sea’s salt spray,” says...

Coronation Street star returns for Exmouth Pavilion panto

It may only be August however panto bosses at Exmouth Pavilion are already working hard towards their biggest pantomime to date. This year Trio Entertainment will return to produce The fun-filled family favourite "Jack and The Beanstalk” starring Coronation Streets and Dancing On Ice star ‘Steven Arnold” best known for his role as Ashley Peacock in Coronation Street.

It was in 1996 that he made his debut in the soap and he remained there for the next 15 years. Out of all the memorable storylines he was given, the one Steven picks as his favourite is one of the first he did....

Tickets go on sale for Let's Rock Exeter! 2020

Let’s Rock Exeter! will return to the magnificent Powderham Castle on Saturday 27 June 2020.

With 2019 proving to be the biggest and most successful summer series in Let’s Rock’s eleven-year history, tickets for many of the 2020 events have gone on sale.

The UK’s biggest retro festival series, Let’s Rock offers gloriously unpretentious non-stop fun with legendary artists performing hit after hit to a crowd of all ages, many of whom embrace the throwback vibe by dressing in their finest 80s fashion. 2019 has been the biggest year yet in terms of audience and...

Exeter’s role in birth of surrealist art movement celebrated in new exhibition

Exeter’s key role in the surrealist art movement will be celebrated through a new exhibition as the world’s key experts in the genre come to the city.

An influential exhibition in the city, The Enchanted Domain, in 1967, helped to revive surrealism in Britain. It was part of the Exeter Festival of Modern Arts, organised by bookseller John Lyle.

Now fifty years later academics from around the world will gather at the University of Exeter this week to discuss the movement and unveil new research. As part of Surrealisms 2019, a conference of the International Society for the...

Aerialist and theatre-maker Sarah Bebe-Holmes comes to Exeter as part of a UK tour with EGG

What does it take to make a baby? An accident / right timing / a drunken night / right people / right parts? But what if you don’t have all the right parts? Or you do, and one of them is broken. As it turns out, some things are un-mendable.

"[This show is for] anyone who has a mother, anyone who is a mother, anyone who is considering having a child, anyone who has decided not to, anyone who is a woman, anyone who loves a woman.” Fresh from sell out runs at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh Science Festival, a UK tour and shows in London, Sarah Bebe Holmes’ theatre work Egg...

Placido Domingos 50's Anniversary Gala Evening to be screened in cinemas

One of the biggest names in the history of opera, Plácido Domingo, returns to the breath-taking Arena Di Verona Amphitheatre in Italy to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his debut. Plácido Domingo: 50th Anniversary Gala Evening will be screened in cinemas across the UK for a one night only spectacular on Tuesday 1st October.

As one of the most famous names in opera, Domingo will revisit three of his greatest ever roles in Verdi’s Nabucco, Simon Boccanegra and Macbeth for one very special evening at the stunning Arena Di Verona Amphitheatre, an ancient roman opera venue set in the...

Devon Open Studios 2019 - Art at its Origin

The natural beauty of Devon has always attracted and nurtured creativity in artists resulting in a vibrant studio practice. This September from Saturday 7th – Sunday 22nd, Devon Open Studios celebrates the flair and talent of the artists who live and work in Devon, connecting artists to enthusiasts in this free showcase for the arts. People of all ages can enjoy this self-guided art tour, with the flexibility to visit with as many artists as one likes.

Usually these studios are open by appointment only so Devon Open Studios gives a rare opportunity to the visitor to get an intimate...

Let's Talk About Love, Loss and Mental Health

Sheepish Productions bring Communicate to the Barnfield Theatre in Exeter on 11 October.

Based on true events, this is one couple’s journey through love, loss, pregnancy, superheroes and enforced pen maintenance. It’s a story about the importance of opening-up and not letting your past determine your future.

Communicate is an exploration of the effects of grief on individuals and on relationships. The writer lost both his parents whilst he was in his twenties, shut down, did not communicate and, a few years later, was diagnosed with PTSD. The central aims of the play are to...

How gambling addicts are enabled by casinos

Before getting into it, it’s important to understand how gambling addiction works. Even though this type of addiction is a non-substance variety, it still starts the same way as other kinds of addition. Before you continue, addiction is a serious issue and something to be wary about. However, enjoying a few rounds at the poker table doesn’t make you an addict. The risk comes in when it takes over your time and if you find yourself desperately chasing losses. It doesn’t hurt to have gambling as a hobby as long as you play responsibly. Feel free to try out some online casino games while...

Exeter student hailed as “the next Spielberg”

A University of Exeter student is already making a big impact in the film industry as the UK’s youngest feature film director, with an acclaimed film critic labelling him as “the next Steven Spielberg.”

At 18 years-old, second year history student, Elliott Hasler, is currently the UK’s youngest feature film director.

Elliott was just 16 when he released his first feature film, which he completed over three years whilst studying for his GCSEs.

As he heads into his second year of his history degree at the University of Exeter, Elliott is currently working on his...

Entertainment & Reviews

Celebrating 100 Years of Morecambe and Wise: Eric and Ern Comes to Exeter

All aboard for the Ocean Film Festival World Tour!

Coronation Street star returns for Exmouth Pavilion panto

Tickets go on sale for Let's Rock Exeter! 2020

Exeter’s role in birth of surrealist art movement celebrated in new exhibition

Aerialist and theatre-maker Sarah Bebe-Holmes comes to Exeter as part of a UK tour with EGG

Placido Domingos 50's Anniversary Gala Evening to be screened in cinemas

Devon Open Studios 2019 - Art at its Origin

Let's Talk About Love, Loss and Mental Health

How gambling addicts are enabled by casinos

Exeter student hailed as “the next Spielberg”

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