THEATRE

Jesus Christ Superstar

Event Date: 
24/03/2016 - 7:45pm to 26/03/2016 - 7:45pm
Venue: 
Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth

Sidmouth Musical Theatre Society present : Jesus Christ Superstar

The iconic rock musical written by Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice, Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work set against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universally known series of events but seen, unusually, through the eyes of Judas Iscariot.

No performance on Sunday 20th March, Saturday matinee at 2.30pm.

Tickets £15.

Box Office 01395 514413

http://www.manorpavilion.com/

1972: The Future of Sex

Event Date: 
29/03/2016 - 7:30pm to 09/04/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter

It’s 1972. An era of possibility, polyester and pubic hair. Ziggy Stardust is on Top of the Pops, Penny is writing an essay on Lady Chatterley’s Lover and Christine is watching Deepthroat. Brian is confused.

The Wardrobe Ensemble tell the story of the class of ‘72 with a handsome funk guitarist and some spacehoppers. Was it easier back then? Where did we go wrong? A brisk romp through the ins and outs of those excellently awkward first sexual encounters.

Tickets: £10 (£8) (£5 First Tuesday) Age Recommendation 18+ (Brief Nudity)

www.bikeshedtheatre.co.uk

This Land

Event Date: 
24/03/2016 - 7:30pm to 26/03/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter

How far down do you own the land you stand on?

Bea and Joseph are re-kindling their love. But, with the arrival of a fracking company ready to dig, the village where they live is falling apart. Through the lives of a young couple, This Land tells a story of community, belonging and the ground beneath our feet. What does the place where you live mean to you? What happens when someone else comes along and stakes their claim? Be taken on a theatrical journey through an ever-changing landscape with this new play.

Recommended age guidance 14+

Tickets: £10 (£8)

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New programme of shows at The Great Hall

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Wed, 03/23/2016 - 11:55am

Exeter Northcott Theatre has announced a new programme of shows that will take place at The Great Hall on the University of Exeter’s Streatham campus.

Extending the range of work that is presented by the theatre, the new shows announced include 10cc in Concert, Jimmy Osmond in Concert, YolanDa Brown and Destiny’s Child’s Michelle Williams and Chinese State Circus.

Exeter Northcott has also announced new shows from their autumn season which are now on sale. These include Duchy Opera’s One Fine Day, X Factor winner Matt Cardle: Intimate and Live, Globe Theatre’s The Two...

Jonny & the Baptists: The End Is Nigh at Exeter Bike Shed Theatre

Event Date: 
10/05/2016 - 7:30pm to 14/05/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Bike Shed Theatre, Exeter

The acclaimed musical comedians return to Exeter following sell-out shows in 2015 & 2014.

Last year, Jonny accidentally told his four-year-old niece climate change would end the world. To stop her crying, he and Paddy promised to fix it. They really tried very hard…

A new show about family, friendship and environmental disaster from the five-time award-nominated musical comedy stars of Radio 4’s The Now Show, following their acclaimed national tours with Stop UKIP and Rock The Vote.

★★★★ ‘Superbly crafted… very funny’ Metro ★★★★★ ‘Lyrically brilliant fun of...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (11-13 March).

THEATRE

Richard Herring: Happy Now? Friday, Exeter Northcott Theatre After years of drifting aimlessly and alone, Richard Herring is now settled down with a wife and a tiny baby. Is he finally happy now? Or does responsibility for the lives of others come with its own terrors? Tickets £16. https://exeternorthcott.co.uk

Into the Woods Friday & Saturday, Clyst Vale Community College present Into the Woods When a baker and his wife learn they have been cursed with childlessness by...

The Tales of Beatrix Potter

Event Date: 
24/03/2016 - 4:00pm to 26/03/2016 - 4:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Corn Exchange, Exeter

Follow Peter Rabbit's adventures on a charming musical journey into the world of the much-loved author.

Beatrix Potter's classic tales are re-told with beauty and imagination, full of favourite characters such as Jeremy Fisher, Jemima Puddleduck and of course, Mrs Tiggywinkle, the hedgehog.

This lively new show draws the audience into the action. Join the naughty bunnies, nibble on a tasty picnic fairy cake at the Jemima's tea party, and help Peter to escape that old meanie Mr McGregor!

Suitable age 3- 12 years, Show lasts 55 minutes

Tickets £10.25, family...

Zonk FM

Event Date: 
24/03/2016 - 7:30pm
Venue: 
Exeter Phoenix

Is anybody there?

Debbie is 33, lives at home with her mum and broadcasts Zonk FM from her bedroom. On the surface it sounds like any other radio station. But Debbie is making contact with others like her.

Zonk FM is a poignant new comedy featuring well-known Miracle performers Sally Crooks, Keri Jessiman, Steve Jacobs and making his Miracle debut, Jake Tindle.

This roller coaster of a show explores other people’s reality with fast paced physical humour, tenderness and disco lights!

ABOUT THE WRITER, ANGUS BROWN Angus has performed in several Miracle...

One-woman play, This Is My Body comes to Exeter

The award-winning one-woman play, This Is My Body, will come to Exeter in March and will be directed by Exeter Northcott Theatre’s Artistic and Executive Director, Paul Jepson.

There are "reasonable grounds" to suspect that a Romanian woman, who has been working as a prostitute in the UK, is the victim of human trafficking. She is given 45 days to "reflect and recover". But will this be enough time to come to terms with the horrors she has endured?

This Is My Body is a powerful new one-woman play which toured the UK in 2014, including a performance at the St James Theatre...

Your guide to What's On this weekend

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Fri, 03/04/2016 - 10:06pm

Your essential guide to what’s on in and around Exeter this weekend (4-6 March 2016).

THEATRE

Betrayal Friday & Saturday, Northcott Theatre, Exeter Emma is married to Robert. But for seven years, she’s been having an affair with Jerry, Robert’s best friend. Betrayal begins at the end of the affair, and pursues an enthralling journey to its very beginnings. As memory reels backwards towards the moment the affair started, the lies tangle into a web of deception. Is Emma betraying her husband? Is Jerry betraying his best friend? Or are they all betraying themselves. https...

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