Your guide to What's On this weekend
Your guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (26-28 January)
THEATRE
Singin' in the Rain
Friday & Saturday, Exeter Northcott Theatre
Footlights are proud to present Singin’ in the Rain. Voted the ‘Greatest Movie Musical of All Time’, this is a theatrical experience the whole family will enjoy. Adapted by Broadway legends, Betty Comden and Adolph Green, from their original award-winning screenplay, each unforgettable scene, song and dance is celebrated on stage, including toe tapping tunes such as Make ‘em Laugh and Good Morning as well as the historic title number, immortalised by Gene Kelly in the MGM movie. Filled with dazzling routines, joyful musical numbers and laugh out loud moments, this is the musical of the year you don’t want to miss. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk
Adult panto: Sinbad the Seaman
Friday, 7.30pm, Exmouth Pavilion
The Market Theatre Company return to bring to life the story of Sinbad the Sailor and his epic adventures across the seas to defeat the one-eyed monster. Get ready for an evening of slick, fast-moving, farcical fun and bawdy sexual innuendo (did we mention the innuendo?) for adults only. Not suitable for under 16’s. www.ledleisure.co.uk/exmouth-pavilion
Really Want to Hurt Me
Friday, Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter
Exeter, 1984. How do you survive being gay at high school with only Culture Club, Eurythmics and Tears for Fears on your side? A funny and painfully honest solo performance about beating the bullies with the magic force fields of pop music and acting in school plays. www.bikeshedtheatre.co.uk
MUSIC
FAITH: The George Michael Legacy
Friday, Exeter Corn Exchange
Faith is a stunning celebration of one the greatest singer–songwriters of all time - George Michael, featuring international tribute by Wayne Dilks and his 8 piece band. A musical journey of 35 years of hit records, from Wham to his solo career, the show uses actual video footage from The George Michael 25 live tour and is a 2 hour spellbinding spectacle of his songs including Club Tropicana, I’m Your Man, Faith, Fast love, Outside, Freedom, A Different Corner, Father Figure, Careless Whisper and many, many more. https://www.exetercornexchange.co.uk
BSO: Triumph and Passion
Friday, The Great Hall, University of Exeter
An evening of fantastic romantic melodies begins with the lyrical Adagio from Spartacus, used in many a love scene and famously in The Onedin Line, before moving on to the Piano Concerto with its much-loved soulful slow movement. The brilliant finale features one of the most popular works by the master of melody, Tchaikovsky. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk
The Simmertones
Saturday, 8pm, Exeter Phoenix
The Simmertones are a Torbay based band playing authentic Ska and Reggae, with a very busy year of gigs behind them including Camp Bestival, Looe Festival ,Glas-Denbury and Love summer festival they are returning to Exeter Phoenix for a third year hoping to delight a packed house again. Tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the door. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
Money For Nothing
Saturday, Exmouth Pavilion
Money For Nothing is a tribute to the Dire Straits like no other before. Prepare to be captivated by the authentic sounds of one of the most successful rock bands of all time. www.ledleisure.co.uk/exmouth-pavilion/whats-on
Christine Tobin
Sunday, 8pm, Exeter Phoenix
An integral part of the UK music scene for many years, Christine Tobin is renowned for her unique rich voice and original compositional style. In 2018 she is touring her critically acclaimed album Pelt. Pelt is Christine’s settings of poems and lyrics by contemporary Pulitzer Prize winning poet, Paul Muldoon. A stellar band will join her for these performances and Paul Muldoon will make a guest appearance at the Exeter show. Tickets £14 (£12) seated. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
EVENTS
Meet crime writer Diane Janes
Saturday, 12.30pm, WH Smith, Guildhall Shopping Centre, Exeter
When a crime from the 1930s remained unsolved, author Diane Janes took it upon herself to find justice for 28 year old Evelyn Foster. Honiton-based Diane will be signing copies of Death at Wolf's Nick at WHSmith Exeter at 12.30pm. Go along and find out how she deduced the identity of Evelyn's murderer.
RSPB Avocet Dawn Cruise
Saturday, Exe Estuary
A morning cruise that lasts around 1.5 hours. Throughout the cruise expert commentary is provided by knowledgeable RSPB volunteers who will keep a close eye out and help you spot the various species of waders and wildfowl that either flock to the Exe to overwinter or call the Exe their home. 7.45am departure. Details and bookings here.
Topsham Community Market
Saturday, Matthew’s Hall, Topsham
A good mix of food stalls, antiques, clothes, jewellery and craft stalls. This market takes place every Saturday from 8.30am-1pm.
EXHIBITIONS
Dartmoor: A Wild and Wondorous Region
RAMM, Queen Street, Exeter
Dartmoor has inspired generations of artists. This exhibition traces the story of Dartmoor, once described as a ‘dreary mountainous tract’ and later as the epitome of the picturesque. The artists in the exhibition have depicted the moor using a wide range of media including oil paintings, watercolours, engravings and early photographs. Works from RAMM’s collections are displayed alongside loans from British museums and galleries as well as rarely seen works from private collections. The exhibition runs until 1 April.
South West Academy Exhibition
From Saturday, Thelma Hulbert Gallery, Dowell Street, Honiton
An exhibition of work by members of the South West Academy of Fine and Applied Arts. A new body of work will include paintings, sculpture, prints and ceramics. All of the work on display will be for sale. A catalogue to accompany the exhibition will be available at the gallery. The exhibition runs until 24 February. Open 10am-5pm, Tuesday to Saturday. www.thelmahulbert.com
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