What to do in and around Exeter this weekend

After all the drama of the PCC elections and the heartmelting Children in Need fundraising efforts, you'll be happy to know that there are still plenty of ways to keep you entertained over the weekend. 

 

John Court 'The Work Between The Lines' Event Date:  Saturday, September 29, 2012 - 10:00 to Saturday, November 24, 2012 - 17:00 Venue:  Spacex

In The work between the lines, John Court’s first UK solo exhibition, new works will be shown alongside drawings and performances produced over the last fifteen years. His output includes performance, sculpture and video, but he considers all his work to be fundamentally concerned with drawing, in that drawing connects the elements of line, movement, space and time.   Court is severely dyslexic. He began drawing at the age of 19, using it as a means to comprehend and come to terms with the difficulties and negative experiences he had gone through at school. During this process he gained self-confidence through learning to read and write in his own way. The theme of control interests him, where the act of writing becomes an encounter with (dis)empowerment.   Spacex has commissioned a new performance work by Court to mark the end of the exhibition.

 

 

CCANW exhibition: Games People Play, Round 2 Event Date:  Friday, October 19, 2012 - 10:00 to Sunday, February 10, 2013 - 17:00 Venue:  Centre for Contemporary Art and the Natural world, Haldon Forest Park

In this year of the London Olympics and Paralympics, Games People Play explores what games can tell us about human nature. This second part focuses on contemporary photography and video by 16 important international artists who use sporting imagery to make wider comments on the human condition. Here, we see explorations of territorial control and attachment to a team, fascination with spectacle and the culture of competition. We will also focus on the new generation of video games such asFree Rice and Phone Story which turn away from wasteful escapism to address real social and environmental challenges. www.ccanw.co.uk

Opening times Tuesdays to Sundays, 10am-5pm, closing at 4pm between November-February. Closed for Christmas 24-31 December, reopening New  Year’s Day.

 

 

RAMM Exhibition: Life Through the Lens Event Date:  Friday, November 9, 2012 - 10:00 to Thursday, January 10, 2013 - 17:00 Venue:  Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Queen Street, Exeter

This exhibition invites you to question the nature of still and moving image as a record of the past. Showcasing images from RAMM’s collection of historic glass plate slides, cine film contributed by members of the public, and digital images generated by local young people, you are invited to explore the nature of the recorded past. What can images tell us about people and places? What images have survived? What should museums preserve for the future? Opening times: 10am-5pm Tuesday to Saturday, free admission.

 

 

Handmade crafts feature at the Devon Guild’s Christmas exhibition: MAKE Event Date:  Monday, November 12, 2012 - 10:00 to Wednesday, January 2, 2013 - 17:00 Venue:  Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey

Gift ideas? New designs and handmade crafts feature at the Devon Guild of Craftsmen's Christmas exhibition. The Devon Guild gallery is showcasing beautiful, distinctive craft work by over 60 makers in its popular Christmas selling exhibition, ‘MAKE’. Over a third of exhibitors are South West-based, while artists from London and other regions are selected to input new design ideas with their latest creations. It’s well worth visiting Bovey Tracey to choose from the craft gallery’s wide range of affordable and luxury gifts by designers such as Jane Cox (ceramics), and Corrine Lapierre (hand-felted bootees). Showing until 2 January, ‘MAKE’ is offering seasonal shoppers a unique experience away from the traffic and crowds of busy town centres. The Devon Guild also has a huge craft shop stocked with domestic and wearable products by local makers: hand-thrown tableware, socks, trinkets, purses and scarves as well as ‘how to’ craft books, cards and wrapping.  The exhibition runs from Saturday 12 November to Monday 2 January 2012, but will be closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day (and from 3pm Christmas Eve). For more information and an online gift selection visit:www.crafts.org.uk Tel: 01626 8322233

 

 

RAMM display: Water, Water Everywhere ... Event Date:  Wednesday, November 14, 2012 - 10:00 to Sunday, January 6, 2013 - 17:00 Venue:  Finders Keepers Gallery, Royal Albert Memorial Museum Queen Street, Exeter

In the latest of our special displays for local collectors, we present one man’s extraordinary collection of bottled water. The water samples come from all over the world, fetched by travellers, from taps and puddles. Each one contains memories of a particular time and place. www.rammuseum.org.uk/exhibitions

 

RAMM: World Cultures gallery - Home Gods Event Date:  Wednesday, November 14, 2012 - 10:00 to Sunday, March 31, 2013 - 17:00 Venue:  World Cultures Gallery, Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Queen Street, Exeter

In pre-Christian Finland it was believed that the world was inhabited and ruled by spirits. Harmonious interaction with these spirits through ritual behaviour such as the cult of the Kotijumalat, or home gods, was of primary importance to the community’s well-being in an often hostile environment. Inspired by these traditions, Finnish artist Tatu Nikkanen has been giving shape to his own home gods using basic tools and scrap materials taken from the urban environment. This display brings together examples of his work with comparative material from RAMM’s World Cultures collections. www.rammuseum.org.uk  

Ghostwriter: digital art by award-winning Blast Theory Event Date:  Wednesday, November 14, 2012 - 10:00 to Sunday, December 30, 2012 - 16:00 Venue:  Royal Albert Memorial Museum, Queen Street, Exeter

Ghostwriter by Blast Theory is a contemporary artwork which takes the form of a phone call. It has echoes of a ghostly museum guide and its rich atmosphere acts as a mysterious lure into RAMM. Blast Theory is renowned internationally as one of the most adventurous artists’ groups using interactive media. Access Ghostwriter on your mobile phone during your visit to RAMM. Calls are charged at standard rates. A free phone is also available from reception. www.rammuseum.org.uk www.blasttheory.co.uk

 

 

Holiday on Ice bring Speed to Westpoint Arena Event Date:  Thursday, November 15, 2012 - 19:30 to Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 15:30 Venue:  Westpoint Arena

Holiday on Ice is back with their explosive new show, Speed. Skaters, dancers and aerial artists from all over the world perform in Speed, a show combining death defying stunts, burlesque, skating, dance and circus. Roaring through the Speed of Time, Love and Money this outrageous show is sexy, fast and full of adrenaline. A kaleidoscope of scenes powering towards a stunning finale: Speed will captivate you from the start. More dramatic, more dangerous and sexier than ever before, this show seriously raises the tempo. The legendary Holiday on Ice wheel and the famous kick line are spectacular, stunt skaters deliver a hot skating duel, motorbikes roar and skid across the ice and flying acrobats conquer the air above the ice. Roll up and see the Ringmaster in the vibrant and fun Electro Show, bask in the sultry atmosphere of the burlesque inspired Speed of Time scene and cheer for your favourite during the speed skating race. Show times: Saturday 17 November – noon, 3.45pm, 7.30pm. Sunday 18 November – noon, 3.45pm. Tickets:  £38 gold, £30 silver, £25 bronze (children half price). Ticket hotline: 0844 581 1314 Group Bookings: 0800 3580058 Book online: http://www.holidayonice.co.uk/

 

  Cooper Antiques return to Powderham Castle Event Date:  Friday, November 16, 2012 - 11:00 to Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 17:00 Venue:  Powderham Castle, Kenton

Cooper Antiques will be returning for another year to exhibit their antiques at Powderham Castle.

Come and see a wonderful collection of furniture, West country paintings, porcelain and jewellery. For more information visit www.cooperevents.com The fair is open from 11am-5pm and admission is £5.

  Festive cupcake master class with Cakeadoodledo Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 10:00 Venue:  Darts Farm, Topsham

Kate will be sharing her favourite indulgent festive cupcake decorating techniques with a glittery Christmas themed master class. You will have the chance to try the most luxurious decorating products and learn all the skills you need to make your own fabulous festive cupcakes. 10am-5pm, £45 per person. You can book your place online here or at the till points at Darts Farm or by calling or emailing Ellie on 01392 878209 orellie@dartsfarm.co.uk

 

 

Crikey Noel It's Vintage at the Rougemont Thistle Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 10:30 Venue:  Rougemont Thistle Hotel, Queen Street, Exeter

A Christmas fair featuring all things vintage. There will be vintage fashion shows, a charity raffle, pop up beauty parlor with vintage hairstylist, make up artist and nail art including Retro photo shoot to capture the look. Becca Langford and her Blues Band will be performing, Stillmoving Dance Company perform The Santababies and there will be corsetry demonstrations from La Di Da Presents of Lyme Regis. There will also be entertainment from Blitz and Peaces. Open 10.30am-4.30pm, admission is £2, under 16s free. www.crikeyitsvintage.co.uk/

 

Newtown Christmas Craft Fayre

Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 11:00 to 16:00 Venue:  The Hut, Belmont Park

The annual Newtown Christmas Craft Fayre takes place on Sunday 18th November from 11am-4pm at The Hut in Belmont Park.   This popular community event, which includes a cafe, is an ideal opportunity to buy a Christmas present, or just to treat yourself.   For more information on Newtown Community Association visit www.newtowncommunity.org.uk

 

Chance to Dance 2012 at Exeter's Northcott Theatre

Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 16:30 Venue:  Exeter Northcott Theatre

Chance to Dance, now in its fourth year at Exeter Northcott Theatre, has once again invited dancing schools from both the local area and further afield to take part in this performance. Chance to Dance stemmed from a passion to provide opportunities for local dancers to perform on a professional stage. Performances are non-competitive and show many styles of dance taught in and around Exeter and the wider Devon region. Each year Chance to Dance continues to grow with more dance schools and school dance clubs participating than ever before, which in turn enables Chance to Dance to support a range of charities with donations. Tickets: £9, £9.50, £10 Box office 01392 493493 http://www.chance-to-dance.co.uk/ http://www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

 

Religion without the rules: How to be a Bad Christian

Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 19:00 Venue:  Southernhay United Reformed Church hall Exeter

Have you ever wondered what it would be like really to follow the teachings of Jesus without all the institutional stuff and dogma? For many people it is the church that gets in the way. The Exeter branch of the Progressive Christianity Network invite you, religious or not, to an evening with Dave Tomlinson, C of E priest and author of the new book: How to be a Bad Christian. Dave will speak on the theme: 'Religion without the rules'. He founded 'Holy Joe's' a church in a pub, so why has he now decided to join the institution? Come and find out! Free event; donations will be invited.

 

  Rebecca Newman: Coast to Coast Tour for RNLI Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 19:30 Venue:  Exmouth Pavilion

To coincide with her single release, Rebecca Newman, a talented soprano and former member of Centre Stage is touringthe UK. Prepare to be bl;own away by Rebecca's stunning voice performing some of the most beautiful songs ever written, including Time to Say Goodbye, Love Never Dies, O Mio Babbino Caro, I Dreamed a Dream and Fields of Gold. Rebecca has been featured on ITV1,BBC1 and BBC Radio and has chosen the RNLI as the benificiary of her UK tour. More inforamtion at www.rebeccanewman.net Please be aware that you are guaranteed a seat at the table but not a specific seat. Tickets £12.00 Full Price £10.50 Concessions call the box office on 01395 222477 www.ledtickets.co.uk

 

 

Dick Barton, Episode 3 The Tango of Terror at Sidmouth Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 19:30 to Thursday, November 22, 2012 - 19:30 Venue:  Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth

Sidmouth Youth Theatre presents a spoof on post-war British attitudes, BBC radio serials of the day, and a liberal smattering of 'Allo Allo' humour Can Dick Barton save the day? Tickets £10, £6 under 16s available from Sidmouth College and the Tasty Baguette in Sidmouth. Box Office:  01395 514413 www.manorpavilion.com

 

Contemporary folk three-piece Lau at Exeter Phoenix Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 20:00 Venue:  Exeter Phoenix

Lau are modern folk music's most innovative band. Brilliant musicians, thrilling performers and free-thinking visionaries. The warmth and excitement they generate with each new release, and at every gig, has culminated in armfuls of plaudits, including three consecutive years of being crowned 'Best Group' at the BBC Radio Two Folk Awards. Their strength partly lies in the pool of knowledge they draw on. Kris Drever grew up on Orkney and is celebrated for his singing and guitar playing - his talents as an accompanist have been sought by folk stars such as Kate Rusby. A well loved performer in his own right, his first solo album, Black Water, landed him the Horizon Award for ‘Best Newcomer' at the 2007 BBC Folk Awards. Award-winning fiddler and composer, Aidan O'Rourke (‘Instrumentalist of the Year’ 2006 Scots Trad Music Awards), hails from the Scottish coastal town of Oban. A founder member of Blazin’ Fiddles, Aidan is a major talent and appears on over eighty diverse recordings. Whereas Martin Green is from south of the border, East Anglia raised. A true maverick, he is in constant demand for his accordion playing and has toured in the bands of Eliza Carthy, Joan Baez, Linda Thompson and many other great names of folk music. Green was short-listed for the BBC's coveted 'Musician Of The Year' in the 2008 Folk Awards. Lau's creativity transcends all the music they hold dear, creating a cutting edge sound which garners praise from far beyond the roots scene, and their humble beginnings.

 

Exeter band I Divide plus support at Exeter Cavern Event Date:  Sunday, November 18, 2012 - 20:00 Venue:  Exeter Cavern, Queen Street

Exeter band I Divide are tipped as one of the hottest breakthrough artists this year, with a fast paced, raw energy performance that leaves crowds gasping for air and begging for more. Recent winners of the Redbull Bedroom Jam, the quintet have stormed on to the music scene with a hard hitting impact over taking many of today’s favourite names. http://www.idivideband.com/ With support from Arms of Atlas (metal from Leicester), Violet and Pavillions 8pm-1am, £4.