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Public invited to interactive talk on dementia in Exeter

Members of the public are being invited to an interactive talk on, to hear more about the personal experiences of those living with dementia, and the portrayal of the condition in the media.

The event is part the Economic and Social Research Council’s (ESRC) annual Festival of Social Science taking place next month. It is part of the Improving the Experience of Dementia and Enhancing Active Life (IDEAL) Project at the University of Exeter:

Dr Nelis said: “Over 850,000 people have a diagnosis of dementia in the UK, our work focuses on how people can ‘live well’ with dementia...

The Nutcracker

Event Date: 
13/11/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exmouth Pavilion, Seafront, Exmouth

Music by Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky

A nutcracker who may just be a handsome prince in disguise – prepare to enter a magical new world.

The Premiere of The Nutcracker transforms the classical ballet into a fairy-tale. Featuring timeless score from incredible composer Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky, Nutcracker is a certified classic, replete with evocative music and beautiful dance. This ballet has captured the imagination of many generations over the years and continues to attract audiences worldwide, full of mystery and romance.

Set designer Lubov Sidelnikova says - ‘The Nutcracker...

The New Jersey Boys

Event Date: 
01/12/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

The New Jersey Boys. Music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons plus a tribute to Showaddywaddy.

Back,by public demand, this dynamic show continues to play to sell-out audiences across the U.K. The fast moving programme, a celebration of the unique sounds of the Four Seasons, features the amazing falsetto voice of Einar Vestman and the humour of all round entertainer Gary Gould. The two set show is packed with all the hits including Walk Like a Man, Sherry, Oh,What a Night and more, together with a great selection of classics from another iconic rock and roll band, Showaddywaddy....

Stan Hacking Band Christmas Spectacular 2017

Event Date: 
03/12/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

The ever popular Christmas Spectacular Concert returns to the Barnfield this year.

After many years of leading the band, Stan decided to ‘hang up his baton’ and retire at the end of 2016 and the band is now under the Musical Directorship of Barry Parsons.

The band will be performing a wide variety of music including classical favourites, music from film and stage and plenty of Christmas classics.

Over the years the band has raised more than £345,000 for local charities and will again be supporting a local charity at this concert.

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The Quo Experience

Event Date: 
09/12/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

‘The Quo Experience’ is an East Anglian based band including David Wood as Francis Rossi and Dave Crawte as Rick Parfitt; both have spent years studying every detail of Rossi and Parfitt’s looks, playing styles and stage performances to make sure they are both as close to the real thing on stage as is possible, without actually being the legendary rock duo themselves! However, The Quo Experience is not all about Rick and Francis; it also features Graham Partridge, a superb keyboard player who captures the magic of Andy Bown’s playing and vocals perfectly; Dan Whitfield, a brilliant ‘Matt...

A Christmas Carol: A Folk Opera

Event Date: 
12/12/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Clifford Room, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

The quintessential Victorian Christmas classic!

GreenMatthews bring you a brand-new retelling of the most thrilling Yuletide adventure of them all – Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”.

First published in 1843, the story is credited with reinventing and reinvigorating the British Christmas and has been loved by every generation since. Using new lyrics and traditional English folk tunes, GreenMatthews (with special guest Jude Rees of Pilgrims’s Way) use a bewitching blend of voices and instruments to create a musical retelling of this seasonal favourite.

Tickets £13...

Dick Whittington

Event Date: 
10/12/2017 - 3:00pm to 15/12/2017 - 1:30pm
Venue: 
Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

Wonder Productions are pleased to be back at the Barnfield Theatre again this year to bring to the stage Dick Whittington as part of our seven-week national tour.

So why not…

Join Dick Whittington and his faithful feline friend Tommy on their quest to seek fame and fortune in the city of London, where the streets are paved with gold and the evil Queen Rat dwells.

However, Dick dreams of being Lord Mayor of London but he is going to need all the help he can get from the beautiful Alice, Dame Dolly Dumpling, and of course lots of children!!

Performances:...

Beauty and the Beast

Event Date: 
21/12/2017 - 7:00pm to 06/01/2018 - 7:00pm
Venue: 
Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

21st – 23rd December, 27th – 31st December, 1st January, 3rd – 6th January BatB_A4

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Tickets £13.50 (£12)

3rd & 4th January all tickets £10

Be our guest this Christmas and enjoy a tale as old as time with ELTC’s production of Beauty and the Beast.

When the spoiled and arrogant Prince Scott is cursed by an evil fairy, he must learn to love before the last rose petal drops or face staying a beast forever. With the help of his trusted servants he might stand a chance to break the spell when he meets the smart and charming Belle,...

Feeling Good – Michael Bublé Celebration

Event Date: 
25/11/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

An all-new theatre show detailing his rise to fame, featuring Mitchell Rutter and his band.

‘Feeling Good’ is the latest show from Marc Juan Productions – creators of the highly acclaimed Bye Bye Baby celebration of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. Their all-new show tells the story of Michael Bublé, his rise to fame, high-profile relationships and most importantly, his music. Starring Mitchell Rutter as Bublé, and accompanied by his 7-piece band, this sensational show is touring all over the United Kingdom in 2017 and 2018.

The show features a fabulous tour of Bublé’s...

Starcross Shedmen

Event Date: 
25/11/2017 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Clifford Room, Barnfield Theatre, Exeter

‘The Shedmen – breaking out of their sheds and rocking up at the Barnfield.’

The Shedmen are teaming up with Age UK Exeter to provide an evening of classic covers. With music spanning the decades or rock and pop this local band have built up a following around the pubs and festivals of Devon and Somerset. With plenty of old favorites and a number of new classics, this promises to be a foot stomping evening raising plenty of cash for a great local charity.

Tickets £5.50

http://www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk/starcross-shedmen/

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