Shotgun Theatre presents an innovative interpretation of the Tony award-winning musical Spring Awakening, a show that delves into the confusing and somewhat tumultuous nature of sexual discovery.
Set in 1891 Germany, Spring Awakening illustrates the youthful desperation for an understanding of the adult world, conflicted by a parent’s deception and misguidance to maintain their children’s innocence. Wendla, a fourteen year old teenager confronted by the darker side of this world when she embarks on a damaging sexual relationship with the rebellious Melchior, is at the foreground of...
Celebrating our shared commitment to dance development in Devon, Dance in Devon and Exeter Northcott Theatre are delighted to come together to present this platform for emerging dance artists from our region.
Watch This Space provides a peek into the contemporary dance performance being created by professional artists working in the South West, right now. The audience can share thoughts and ideas with the choreographers in a Q&A after the show.
Join us for a celebration of our local talent and show your support for the exceptional work being produced on your doorstep...
It's mid-winter. The roads are icy. The gritting lorries are out in force, the pavements are slippery, and the news broadcasts are full of people telling viewers to "send us your pictures of snow." Everyone has a cold. The boiler has broken down again and the gas bill is due.
The AA are busy advising comedians "not to tour the country unless it is absolutely essential." Despite all this, Punt and Dennis are Ploughing On Regardless.
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The Recruiting Officer Friday & Saturday, Northcott Theatre Kiss the prettiest wenches, and you are sure of 'listing the lustiest fellows. The dashing Captain Plume has arrived in Shrewsbury to enlist the local men into the King's army using every trick in the book. He's also got his eye on the heiress Sylvia – but will he and the other men realise that the women are doing some recruiting of their own? Heavens! 7.30pm daily, matinee at 2.30pm on Saturday....
Four of Swords presents Gawain and the Green Knight
Camelot is coming to the Exeter Phoenix in December and you are invited to attend an extravagant Christmas party hosted by King Arthur himself. Four of Swords Theatre, fresh from the sell-out success of Jekyll and Hyde at Poltimore House, is presenting a new adaptation of the classic Arthurian legend, Gawain and the Green Knight.
The story starts in Camelot at Christmas time and spins into a sweeping tale of chivalry, romance, truth and temptation, featuring a gruesome game of heads.
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The Nutcracker Friday, Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth Whether continuing a valued tradition or discovering the magic of this beloved festive classic for the first time – Ballet Theatre UK’s Nutcracker is sure to leave you with a sense of warmth and treasured memories that will last a lifetime. Shows at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. www.manorpavilion.com
Strange Goings on in the Well House Tavern Cellar! Nuts and Volts present ‘Madame Poliakov’s spirit of Christmas’
A perfect accompaniment to your Christmas market shopping or after work drinks party, Nuts and Volts present an audience with the infamous Madame Poliakov – the richest woman on earth. A thrilling theatrical event that takes place mainly in the atmospheric environment of the Well House Tavern’s cellar, audiences are invited to enjoy this dark Victorian melodrama on Thursdays and Saturdays in the run up to Christmas.