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The Hollywood Special Effects Show

Event Date: 
17/10/2015 - 1:30pm
Venue: 
Northcott Theatre, Exeter

Get closer to the action than ever before as this interactive and explosive family show takes you behind the scenes of your favourite films to discover the science and secrets of creating movie magic.

Join our team of professionals who’ve been behind the effects on productions including The Dark Knight Rises, Guardians Of The Galaxy, Phantom Of The Opera and Game Of Thrones for a revealing insight into the world of special effects; feel the heat from spectacular explosions, get up close with gruesome sci-fi monsters, be blown away by apocalyptic weather and possibly star in your...

Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers

Event Date: 
11/10/2015 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Northcott Theatre, Exeter

Thundering rhythms on huge taiko drums, mysterious masked choreography with inventive lighting, muscular synchronisation timed to perfection, post-apocalyptic martial imagery and infectious belly laugh humour – all in a spellbinding display of sheer athleticism. Feel the energy and experience the power of this unique performance.

As the most successful touring taiko drum group on this continent, Mugenkyo celebrate their 21st year on the road, creating a contemporary look and sound, fusing the traditional spirit of taiko with a modern stage performance that has captivated audiences...

DRACULA:The Kisses

Event Date: 
06/10/2015 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Northcott Theatre, Exeter

“The reeking lips upon my throat, the howling of the wolves – what manner of man is this?”

Following national tours and a sell-out run at the Edinburgh Festival, Scary Little Girlsturns the Dracula myth on its head in this audacious new production. Packed with a wealth of vividly drawn characters, Dracula: The Kisses…features an all-female cast in this ground-breaking adaptation of the Gothic classic.

Lush and lavish, Dracula: The Kisses… explores sexuality, religious values and politics without compromising on the dark, seductive fun that is quintessential Dracula....

Jeeves and Wooster in Perfect Nonsense

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Sun, 09/06/2015 - 10:01pm

Winner of Best Comedy at the 2014 Olivier Awards and following an award-winning run at the West End’s Duke of York’s Theatre, the effervescent, aristocratic fool Bertie Wooster and his dutiful valet, Jeeves arrive in Exeter in the critically acclaimed stage play Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense.

When a country house weekend takes a turn for the worse, Bertie Wooster is unwittingly called on to play matchmaker, but also to steal a silver cow creamer from Totleigh Towers. Naturally, the ever dependable Jeeves is there to prevent Bertie from making a fool of himself in front...

Jeeves and Wooster in Perfect Nonsense

Event Date: 
29/09/2015 - 7:30pm to 03/10/2015 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Northcott Theatre, Exeter

The hit West End comedy is now on tour. This hilarious production layers joy on joy, joke on joke, in a delightful evening of theatrical absurdity featuring P.G. Wodehouse’s iconic double act.

When a country house weekend takes a turn for the worse, Bertie Wooster is unwittingly called on to play matchmaker, but also to steal a silver cow creamer from Totleigh Towers. Naturally, the ever dependable Jeeves is there to prevent Bertie from making a fool of himself in front of a cast of Wodehouse’s finest characters.

Enjoy an evening of raucous comedy in the company of Gussie...

Flare Path

Event Date: 
22/09/2015 - 7:30pm to 26/09/2015 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Northcott Theatre, Exeter

Based on Rattigan's experiences as a tail gunner during World War II, Flare Path paints an evocative portrait of life in wartime Britain for the RAF bomber crews, their wives and sweethearts, who were left awaiting their return.

Set in 1942 against a backdrop of heartache and quiet bravery, Flare Path tells the story of former actress Patricia, the wife of RAF pilot Teddy, as their marriage is tested to the limits by the surprise arrival of Patricia's ex‐lover and Hollywood idol Peter Kyle.

An unexpected and dangerous mission over Germany puts Patricia at the centre of an...

Hetty Feather

Event Date: 
16/09/2015 - 7:30pm to 20/09/2015 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Northcott Theatre, Exeter

Roll up and join Hetty on her escape from the Foundling Hospital. Tremble as she faces Matron Stinking Bottomly.

Thrill as she discovers the squirrel house and Tanglefields Travelling Circus. Gasp as she endures a night locked in the attic. Quake as she braves the scary streets of Victorian London and cheer as she overcomes all in the search to find her real mother and a true family of her own.

Thrillingly brought to life with live music, songs and circus skills – making it the perfect treat for the whole family.

Tickets £17-£28

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The Scarecrows' Wedding heads to Exeter

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 08/21/2015 - 11:17am

Scamp Theatre return to Exeter Northcott following their sell-out, five star show Stick Man with a heart-warming stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson's and Axel Scheffler's hotly anticipated new book The Scarecrows' Wedding.

The show is currently playing at the Edinburgh Festival where its opened to sell-out houses and rave reviews from adults and children alike!

Betty O’Barley and Harry O’Hay are excellent scarecrows (they scare a lot of crows). Harry loves Betty, and Betty loves Harry - so they decide to get married. Harry sets off to search for their wedding day...

Law firm renews Exeter theatre sponsorship

Exeter Northcott Theatre is delighted to announce that law firm Browne Jacobson has renewed its sponsorship with the theatre for a second year.

The year-long sponsorship agreement with the national firm which has an office in Exeter will make a valuable contribution to the theatre.

Exeter Northcott Theatre’s Chair of the Board of Trustees Lady Studholme said: “We have thoroughly enjoyed working with Browne Jacobson over the last year and are pleased that they have agreed to continue their sponsorship of the Theatre for a further year.

"The Exeter Northcott is...

Exeter Northcott announces new season

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 07/03/2015 - 11:28am

Exeter Northcott Theatre has announced its autumn/winter 2015 season.

Packed with the usual great drama, dance, opera, family theatre and comedy, the new season is now on sale.

The Exeter Northcott Theatre is delighted to be marking its return to producing with a brand-new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ much-loved classic, A Christmas Carol. Co-produced with Creative Cow, A Christmas Carol is a magical start to a journey that will re-establish Exeter Northcott Theatre as a regional producing powerhouse.

The theatre is also delighted to be hosting no less than three...

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