Luke Jackson is a rising 18 year old Roots singer/songwriter from Canterbury, Kent and 2013 sees him nominated for both the Horizon Award for Best Emerging Talent and the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award.
With a bold, show stopping voice and honed guitar skills, Luke is a confident and captivating performer demonstrating an astonishing maturity. He has been making ripples on the live acoustic scene supporting such luminaries as Show of Hands, Paul Brady, Chris Wood, Steve Knightley, Lucy Ward and Boo Hewerdine and playing Sidmouth, Bristol and Trowbridge festivals.
The S.S. American, sailing from New York to England, carries an unusual group of passengers. Included amongst them are nightclub singer (Reno Sweeny),a gangster (Moonface Martin), a wealthy debutante and her mother (Hope and Evangeline Harcourt), , and a wealthy New York businessman and his stowaway assistant (Elisha Witney and Billy Crocker).
“Anything Goes” is a story of mistaken identities and of lost and found loves and with all the great songs from Cole Porter, such as “I Get a Kick out of You”, “It’s De-Lovely”, “Friendship” and “You’re the Top”, this show is going to have...
2013 is the 70th anniversary world tour of this famous group is the world’s longest established working jazz band with over 80 albums released.
Boasting a young vibrant personnel that excels in keeping alive the exciting music of the DSC Band, and with a stage show that’s unique, seven of the finest jazz musicians anywhere ensure the very highest musical standard – it really is quite outstanding.
The repertoire includes traditional favourites, some fine originals, touches of Latin and Creole, some Ellington and Basie tunes, all coupled with a true sense of genius. Yes,...
The centenary of a historic women’s rights march from Land’s End to London will be celebrated through June and July by an ambitious project called Dreadnought South West, which will feature a touring production of a new play, Oxygen, by Exeter-based playwright Natalie McGrath, as well as a series of responding arts and heritage events and commemorative land journeys. The project has been made possible through generous public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England, as well as support from Exeter City Council.
Rock'n Roll and Soul from Exeter’s own Cougars, in concert - with special guest Mike Emery - with over 50 years experience in tormenting audiences into getting up and dancing!
From the Shads to the Quo with stops in between at Pickett, Redding and Presley. The new sounds and arrangements of the now seven piece band give that extra kick to the songs we all grew up with! Bet you can’t keep still in those seats!
Fast or slow, original or a new arrangements - let the Cougars bring back those special memories of how Exeter was in the early 60s. After all, we were there!
A night packed full of laughter and raw talent from national and local stand-ups alike. With up to six acts per night you are guaranteed a great night out.
MC – James Loveridge Drawing on the most embarrassing recesses of his own life James is a hilarious story teller who captivates and entertains audiences with his cheeky yet charming personality. His confident but likable stage presence means he is rarely on the back foot and always delivers his jokes with a smile.
Opener – Rob Hughes A quirky, slightly surreal comic who waxes lyrical on subjects as diverse as the bitter...
Catch country/folk band Police Dog Hogan Tour, double bill with The Carrivick Sisters ( local to the area ) playing The Barnfield Theatre Thursday 7 November
Police Dog Hogan are a high-energy seven-piece (including fiddle, banjo, mandolin, drums and guitars) that fuses country-folk to a pop sensibility. The band is rapidly building a following through joyous, foot-stomping live performances, having received rapturous receptions at festivals including Cornbury, Larmer Tree, Camp Bestival and Kendal Calling, and in sellout shows in London venues such as Bush Hall, The Troubadour and...
Award winning theatre company, Live Wire Theatre, bring their 5 Star production of Jane Eyre: An Autobiography to The Barnfield Theatre Exeter on 11 and 12 October, following the production’s critically acclaimed sell-out preview week in July at The Rondo Theatre Bath.
This classic tale tells the story of how from a miserable childhood controlled by uncaring adults, Jane Eyre makes her way to Thornfield as a Governess to the ward of the fascinating Mr Rochester. Dark and hidden secrets which lurk in every corner of this mysterious Gothic home threaten Jane’s hopes of happiness....
Adaptable Theatre return to Exeter with a special celebration of the work of Charles Dickens. Tim Knight and Ian Pearce present Double Dickens. Be prepared for laughter and tears as Doctor Marigold tells of his life on the road as a Victorian salesman. Enjoy the spectacle of Mr Pickwick trying to survive The Trial of Pickwick.
A memorable character based piece of storytelling which will delight audiences of all ages.
Following on from their smash hit adaptations of Flash Gordon and Star Wars, Get Changed Theatre company bring you Get To The Future, which forcopyright reasons may or may not bear any resemblance to a classic 80s Time Travel adventure. What we can promise is a show packed full with laughter, music and surprises.
