Sisters Amy and Scarlett need some headspace to make some big decisions. So when their mother Judy surprises them with a luxury spa weekend, you might imagine they’d be thrilled. But you haven’t met their mother. In the claustrophobic environment of a remote hotel, Judy’s domineering ways threaten to derail her daughters’ efforts to get their chaotic lives back on track.
‘Me Time’ is an all-too relatable comedy with a healthy dollop of farce, which touches on themes of modern narcissism, familial dysfunction, generational conflict and intimate waxing.
Brexit, benefits, broken homes and bickering are only a few of the issues examined in this new original play by Matt Roberts.
Set within the 4 walls of a local pharmacy, this one room comedy/drama features two opinionated, strong willed and polarised members of staff.
As they witness the ailments and sicknesses of the public, they may be able to administer the medicine, but can they find the remedy for the the ills of Britain?
Performed by Middle-Weight Theatre Company and directed by Tom Stabb; whose previous work...
A delightful stage version of Jane Austen’s earliest novel
Catherine Morland loves a good novel and the more ‘horrid’ it is the better. At 17, she’s taken by her aunt to Bath where she encounters the social whirl denied her at home and befriends Isabella Thorpe and her boorish brother, John. She also meets the charming but eccentric Henry Tilney with his sister Eleanor and works hard to get to know them better. However, John Thorpe has other plans and is determined to have Catherine for himself. Following a string of deceptions, Catherine finally sees through his tricks and lies....
New orchestration for piano, clarinet and cello by Harry Blake
New English version by Robin Norton-Hale
Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose present their critically acclaimed new English version of La Traviata. Set in Atlantic City, USA, during the 1920s prohibition era of speakeasies and bootlegging, this is the story of Violetta, a so-called ‘fallen woman’ who sacrifices here own happiness for the sake of her lover’s family and future.
Violetta’s lover Alfredo, is a passionate young man whose optimism has been shaken by time at the front line in the first world war...
Book by Richard Morris and Dick Scanlan New Music by Jeanine Tesori
New Lyrics by Dick Scanlan
Based on the 1967 Academy award-winning film, Thoroughly Modern Millie takes you back to the height of the Jazz Age in New York City, when “moderns,” including a flapper named Millie Dillmount, were bobbing their hair, raising their hemlines, entering the workforce and rewriting the rules of love. Filled with frisky flappers, dashing leading men and a dragon lady of a villainess that audiences will love to hate, Thoroughly Modern Millie is a perfectly constructed evening of madcap...
The UK-based Encore Dance Company specializes in presenting skilful, well-rounded, young dancers, performing in a multitude of versatile styles. Under the direction of Antony Dowson (former Royal Ballet Principal), the 17 strong cast perform a range of diverse dance works including Elite Syncopations choreographed by Sir Kenneth MacMillan with the music of Scott Joplin and an extract from the ballet Traces by Cathy Marston (former Director of the Bern Ballet in Switzerland). Other notable Choreographers include Egor Menshikov and Christian Alozie (Flawless).
Exeter’s leading ideas festival is back for the 6th year with an exceptional line up of speakers and performers who are changing the world through their ground breaking work and ideas. Their talks will inform, challenge, entertain and encourage the audience to connect with each other, reflect on the day and turn inspiration to action.
“They’ve done it yet again! TEDxExeter 2016 #DreamstoReality was breathtaking.”
“An incredible day @TEDxExeter! Thank you for sharing so many new...
Based on the best-selling book by Dick King Smith A play by David Wood Directed by Michael Fentiman
Meet the lovable Babe in a heart-warming tale of friendship, adventure and bravery.
When Babe arrives at Hogget’s Farm he is taken in by the trusty sheep dog Fly and discovers a talent for herding. With the help of his adopted Mum, our polite piglet soon wins over the most suspicious of sheep. But can a small pig make it in a dog’s world, and when his farmyard friends are in trouble can Babe save the day?
Using stories and other things that are secret, Count Arthur Strong, showbiz legend, pays tribute to one of the best musicals he can remember. Uniquely recreating the salient and poignant moments for your enjoyment. Plus something else. Don’t miss this amazing event.
Richard Herring, King of the Edinburgh Fringe, Metro columnist and the UK’s Podfather (RHLSTP, AIOTM) picks his favourite routines from his 12 one-man shows and crams them into 90 minutes for your delectation. From his deconstruction of the genealogy of Christ to him proving that racists are less racist than liberals, via some of the best knob jokes in the business. Will your favourite routine make the cut? A great introduction to this influential cult comedian for the newcomer and a welcome greatest hits for long term fans.
