Music

Oxjam Exeter to host Buskathon

Oxjam Exeter’s 2nd fundraiser, the Live Below the Line challenge, had outstanding success; raising over £1300 – much more than they ever expected.

The whole team struggled through the challenge, feeling hungrier each day. But the generous donations from many kind people was great motivation.

It’s not too late to contribute, either! The team’s donation page is still active: https://give.everydayhero.com/uk/oxjam-exeter-team-awesome . Any small amount of money can have a huge impact on the lives of those living in extreme poverty.

The 3rd fundraiser ticks all the...

Nourish Festival of Food, Craft and Music

Event Date: 
01/09/2016 - 7:30pm to 03/09/2016 - 10:00pm
Venue: 
Bovey Tracey

Music: Thu 1, Fri 2 & Sat 3 September Food & Craft: Sat 3 Sept

The Nourish Food Fair will fill Bovey's high street with some of the best producers from the South West on Sat 3 September. Stalls will be selling a huge variety of locally produced food including artisan cheeses, preserves, handmade chocolates, oils, pies and speciality mushrooms.

A selection of street food will offer Caribbean, Spanish, Moroccan, wood fired Italian pizza, French crepes, Mexican, local seafood and the good old British Banger.

The Bovey Bake Off and Junior Bovey Bake Off will...

Steve Pledger in Concert. With special guest, Ben Morgan-Brown

Event Date: 
24/09/2016 - 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Venue: 
St James Church Hall, Mount Pleasant Road, Exeter EX4 7AH

Steve Pledger has an enviable reputation as a talented and dynamic performer. BBC Introducing have called his music "beautiful, authentic, unblemished and wonderful”. With writing that ranges from fragile reflections on love and loss to blistering commentaries on present circumstances. His songs pack an emotional punch, both on record and on stage.

His musical influences are many and varied and include Graham Parker, Cat Stevens/Yusuf Islam, Martyn Joseph, Van Morrison, Ryan Adams, Don McLean, Springsteen and others.

Following on from his 2012 debut album - ‘14 Good...

Double Bill

Event Date: 
16/09/2016 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Venue: 
Cygnet Theatre, Exeter

The opening concert in this third season of Double Bill, a collaboration between Wren Music and Cygnet Theatr e, is a sparkling evening of tunes from the incomparable Jon and Alfie, with support from one of Wren’s community folk choirs: Voices in Common: East Devon. Led by Sarah Owen.

Sidmouth Folk Week

Event Date: 
29/07/2016 - 12:00pm to 05/08/2016 - 11:00pm
Venue: 
Sidmouth

Sidmouth FolkWeek is a unique week-long seaside celebration of music, dance and song taking place in the charming East Devon regency coastal resort – a must in every festival goer’s annual diary.

There has been a folk festival in Sidmouth in the first week of August every year since 1955 attracting tens of thousands of visitors to over 700 diverse events with broad ‘something for everyone’ appeal. With an ear to the past and an eye on the future, the festival features established stars and emerging talent; major concerts and small intimate sessions; ceilidhs, folk dancing and...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (22-24 July).

THEATRE

Othello Friday, 7.30pm, Exeter Phoenix Neglected for promotion in favour of the younger and less experienced Cassio, Iago seeks revenge. Follow Iago as he masterminds a desperate plot to get Cassio demoted, and turn Othello against her bisexual wife Desdemona. Recasting Othello as a female CEO, this production engages with topical themes of homosexuality, bisexuality and sexual prejudice. Tickets £11 (£9). http://www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

Wake Up & Deirdrealize Friday, 7....

Killerton cider and apple festival

Event Date: 
15/10/2016 - 9:00am to 16/10/2016 - 5:00pm
Venue: 
National Trust Killerton, Exeter, EX5 3LE

Soak in the unique orchard atmosphere at this family festival as we celebrate the annual apple harvest. With children's activities, live music, great food and of course Killerton's famous cider there's something for everyone. £6 adults, £2 children, free to National Trust members and under 5s

Organ Recital: Jeff Howard

Event Date: 
10/08/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Cathedral

Wednesday 10th August 2016 at 19.30 Ticket information Tickets are £8, £5 for students, FREE for under 18s. Book Online or call the box office on 01392 285983 Book online

Jeff Howard Jeffrey Howard was born in Cardiff and studied at the University of Wales College, Cardiff and the Royal Academy of Music, London specializing in organ performance and Church Music. He now pursues a career as organist, pianist, singer, coach and conductor. Jeff has performed in many concert halls and cathedrals throughout the United Kingdom and Europe and has worked with orchestras including The...

BSO’s spectacular classical music and light show returns to Exeter

BSO Classical Extravaganza Great Hall, Exeter University Friday 22 July 7.30pm

Back by popular demand, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra presents another spectacular night of the best-known classical music with an amazing laser display and state-of-the-art lighting special effects at the Great Hall at Exeter University on Friday 22 July at 7.30pm.

The concert explodes into life with John Williams’ instantly recognisable Star Wars theme and the sultry strains of Bizet’s Carmen evoking images of sunny Spanish landscapes.

In contrast, the gothic intensity of Bach’s...

Your essential guide to What's On this weekend (8-10 July)

Your essential guide to What’s On in and around Exeter this weekend (8-10 July).

THEATRE

Comedy at the Park Friday, 7.30pm, Sandy Park, Exeter Three top comedians, plus MC Dave Ward - one of comedy's most sought after presenters! The first comedian of the night will be Javier Jarquin, a half-Chinese, half-Latino Kiwi who promises to deliver a brilliant set every time. Jarquin will be followed by Quincy, aka the Cockney Prince - a bold act that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. The evening's headliner is Richard Morton, who is described as possibly Newcastle's finest export...

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