Your guide to What's On this weekend
Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (31 August – 2 September).
THEATRE
Into the Light
Exeter Northcott
Inspired by W.H. Auden’s poem ‘September 1 1939’, Into The Light is the result of an intensive eight day residency by NYC – Northcott Young Company. Addressing themes such as intolerance, justice and the importance of independent thought, the Young Company will create an ambitious new piece of theatre which explores how the ideas behind Auden’s poem speak to them as young people in the twenty-first century. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk/calendar/into-the-light/
Barefoot in the Park by Neil Simon
Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth
Corrie and Paul are newly-weds who have just moved into a cold, empty apartment in New York. Corrie is starry-eyed, Paul less so after staggering up five flights. Their block seems to be populated by unusual people, the most bohemian being Victor whom Corrie thinks may be a suitable date for her conservative mother. A classic comedy from the author of last years hit The Odd Couple. www.manorpavilion.com
MUSIC
The Fleetwood Mac Songbook
Saturday, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter
The Fleetwood Mac Songbook is a non stop, hit packed show spanning all 50 years+ of Fleetwood Mac’s stellar career. Expect to hear the timeless classics Dreams, Little Lies, Rihannon, Oh Well, The Chain (the Formula One theme !), Don’t Stop, Everywhere plus many more all performed live to perfection… get ready for a night to remember with ‘The Fleetwood Mac Songbook’ http://www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk/the-fleetwood-mac-songbook/
New Band Showcase
Saturday, 7.30pm, Exeter Phoenix
A free showcase featuring some of the best new bands in the area. Line-up: Horizonz, Five Finger Discount and Hockeysmith. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
Classical Divas
Saturday, The Den, Teignmouth
Enjoy an unforgettable afternoon starring four stunning sopranos in an enchanting production crossing over from classical arias to contemporary pop classics. Tickets £13, £11 children/seniors. https://www.pavilionsteignmouth.org.uk
And Finally… Phil Collins
Sunday, Exmouth Pavilion
Now in it’s 11th year, the hugely successful And Finally… present the Phil Collins Collection 2018 Tour. All the classics are included - In the Air Tonight, Sussudio, Another Day in Paradise, Against All Odds, as well as a selection from his Genesis archive. https://www.ledleisure.co.uk/exmouth-pavilion
EVENTS
Picturehouse Pop-Up Cinema
Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Double Locks Canal Banks, Exeter
This summer Exeter Picturehouse returns to the Double Locks Pub. Films will start around dusk. Doors open at 7.30pm, film stars around 9.30pm or as soon as it becomes dark. The screenings take place in the open, cardboard bumbox seating will be for sale but feel free to bring along cushions, blankets or small picnic chairs – however these must be placed towards the rear of the grass area. This is a fully licensed and catered event - no alcohol, food and drink to be brought in from outside. https://spotlight.picturehouses.com/news/picturehouse-pop-up-comes-to-ex...
Exeter Rum Festival
Saturday, The Great Hall, University of Exeter
The UK Rum Festival team are back. White rum, dark rum, gold rum, spiced rum and flavoured rum you've never heard of. This day-long festival will allow you to sample a variety of different rums, while learning and expanding your rum knowledge and collections. https://www.ukrumfestivals.com
Summer Saturday Raceday
Saturday, Newton Abbot
Celebrate the end of the summer holidays in style with an action-packed Saturday afternoon at the races with family and friends. First race 1.55pm. www.newtonabbotracing.com
Nourish Festival
Saturday, Fore Street, Bovey Tracey
Now in its 5th year, The Nourish Festival set in the heart of Bovey Tracey, is a weekend of events designed to feed the body, the mind and the senses, filling the town with some of the best producers of food, drink and craft from the South West. www.nourishfestival.org
Plastic Free Pick-nic
Sunday, 11am, Sancho’s, 117 Fore Street, Exeter
Join Sancho's and Plastic Free Exeter for a stroll down to Exeter Quay, picking up litter along the way. Meet outside Sancho's on Fore Street at 11am. Organisers encourage people to bring along their own plastic free picnic, with items that didn't come out of plastic wrapping. Gloves and bags will be provided for litter picking.
Big League Wrestling
Sunday, Exeter Corn Exchange
Big League Wrestling returns to Exeter for a special evening of family friendly entertainment as Mr Anderson reunites with MVP for the first time since WWE to challenge The Magnums for the BLW Tag Team Championship titles. Expect plenty of surprises on the night! www.exetercornexchange.co.uk
EXHIBITIONS
Craft exhibition: The Summer Show 2018
Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey
Annual exhibition showing the best new craft work from the Devon Guild of Craftsmen Membership. A tradition every summer for over 60 years, selected Members exhibit as a collective showcasing the best contemporary craft from across the South West. Vote for your favourite maker and craft a model hero for the hall of fame. All craft work is for sale. www.crafts.org.uk
Jan Shayler Art Exhibition: 'From the Moors to the Sea'
Custom House Visitor Centre, Exeter Quay
From the Moors to the Sea. An art exhibition by local artist Jan Shayler, inspired by the Devon and Cornwall landscape. The majesty of The Moors, the meandering rivers, the expansive estuaries, the rugged coastlines and finally the open sea. Original work in oil and mixed media available for sale, supported by signed prints and cards by the artist. Open 10am-4.30pm, Monday to Sunday (closed for lunch 1pm-1.45pm. The exhibition runs until 7 September. https://exeter.gov.uk/leisure-and-culture/our-attractions/custom-house-v...
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