The World of sleep is a dark and mysterious place, who knows where we go? Who knows who we are? When our eyes shut, the games begin. You’re in for a rough night…..
A high ranking government minister with a colourful past is sent on a delicate diplomatic mission to Istanbul. But when his trip ends up in a horrific bar room brawl, social media explodes and the enigmatic darling of a political party becomes Europe’s most wanted man overnight. Chased by the authorities, damned by religious leaders, pursued by those looking for vengeance and head-hunted by fanatics, his Odyssey begins.
Plunged into the ancient past Odysseus must now contend with all the unworldly beings and unnatural phenomena that stand in his way. The Cyclops, the Sirens,...
Pelléas et Mélisande Fri 20 November 2015 book now 7.30pm
There is no other opera like Pelléas et Mélisande. For years Debussy searched for the perfect drama to set, and once he saw the strange, compelling play by Maurice Maeterlinck he had no doubt that this was it. The resulting marriage of music and drama is sensuous, mysterious, utterly captivating. For no other opera is the sensation of being ‘under a spell’ so applicable.
In a way, the drama is simple: a very intense widower brings home a simple girl, and marries her; when there are signs of her attachment to his...
From the master of French operetta, who virtually reinvented comic opera in France, this work of genius, studded with famous melodies like the Barcarolle, is as dark a comedy as you can get. No wonder, you say – for it is based on the brilliant, bizarre stories of E.T.A. Hoffmann!
Late at night in a tavern, while waiting for his latest mistress, the character Hoffmann tells an audience the story of his former loves, always shadowed by a dark adversary. These versions of an ideal woman range from a mechanical doll to a Venetian courtesan – and as he recreates them he presents around...
Based on the great classic novel by Goethe that took Europe by storm, Werther is an entirely domestic story of an apparently idyllic middle class family, torn apart by uncontrollable passion.
The opera is dominated by the handsome, over-sensitive young artist (played by emerging talent Ed Ballard, and sung in the special version for baritone prepared by the composer) and the lovely Charlotte (Carolyn Dobbin), who is engaged to be married to his friend Albert (Simon Wallfisch).
Rarely in opera is the destructive power of love felt so close to the bone – and rarely, too, has...
Join the authoritative live concert show, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Help!
1965 saw the Beatles come of age. They conquered America with the legendary Shea Stadium spectacular. Their movie Help! Was a major box office hit. The album of the same name was one of the Fab Four’s three chart-topping albums that year. And the film’s title track was one of three No 1 singles in 1965.
The Magic of the Beatles returns us to this golden era, and more. Taking you from the Beatles’ Mop Top roots to the psychedelia of Sgt Pepper and beyond. From Love Me Do to Let It Be....
This year marks the 20th year of the collaboration between choreographer Russell Maliphant and lighting designer Michael Hulls. Together, they have developed a unique and unparalleled language between light and movement that is revered the world over.
During Maliphant’s hugely successful career he has received many of the highest theatrical accolades including an Olivier Award, two South Bank Show Awards and three Critics’ Circle Awards. Similarly, Michael Hulls has won several awards including an Oliver for Outstanding Achievement in Dance and a Knight of Illumination award....
The world-famous comedy club is coming to Exeter Northcott Theatre for two nights this autumn with a superb line-up from the best of the British stand-up circuit. On both hilarious evenings three comedians and a compere will take to the stage to tickle your funny bone. They’ll have you rolling in the aisles with laughter. Don’t miss this chance to see two hours of today’s funniest stand up.
Line up includes:
Maff Brown Danny Ward Stuart Black Quincy
Winner 2013 Amused Moose People’s Choice Award for Best Show with ‘Pressure Point’ at Edinburgh Fringe. Nominee 2013...
Billy has everything a young goat could need – and more besides. On New Year’s Eve, Billy’s parents tell him about the legendary Snow Dragon, who will bring him even more goodies during the night. But when Billy bumps into some wolves in the woods, New Year’s Day seems a long way off. Find out how Billy escapes – and whether the Snow Dragon will bring him a present.
Has Billy been naughty or nice?
Story-telling, comedy and songs create a magical, mysterious world for everyone aged 3 and up, from the company that brought you...
