Join us for the magical fairytale of... Cinderella!

Get ready for a traditional pantomime packed with fun, laughter, and plenty of slapstick comedy!

Cinderella dreams of escaping her life as a servant to her wicked stepmother and two hilariously vain stepsisters, Chianti and Chardonnay. With her father, Baron Hardup, and her loyal friend Buttons too busy avoiding the vilage brokers, can a glamorous night at the royal ball with a handsome prince be the answer to all her problems?

But wait... what about  the cheese-obsessed mice, the mysterious Dandini, and a strange pedlar woman collecting sticks in the forest?

Come along for a fun-filled family show with toe-tapping songs, lots of laughs, and plenty of opportunities to boo, hiss, cheer, and clap! Let the Teignmouth Players bring the magic of panto to life as they remind us all to follow oue dreams and believe in a little magic!

Paddington and his adopted family, the Browns, decide to visit his aunt Lucy in Peru, but circumstances lead them towards misadventures in the Amazon rainforest and mountains of Peru.

Cert PG.   ! hr 46 mins.

Sat 4th Jan - Intro to Djembe Rhythms

11am to 1pm

Ever wanted to learn to play the Djembe drum? Now is your opportunity to discover the wonderful world of West African drumming. The session is hosted by James Carr who has over 25 years experience playing drums and percussion as well as more than 20 years teaching experience. In the session you will learn to play authentic West African djembe patterns, develop technique and together we will create an almighty sound. The sessions are aimed at adults and are open to all whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced player. All sessions come with access to digital resources and a recording of our final piece.

Big beats, Big breaks and lots of laughs.

Come and have some fun with us!

£15.00 per session. Book 3 sessions for £12.50 each!

Beginners Spanish

Monday 6 January

10:15am

10 Weeks.

£150.00 for the course.

Led by native speaker of Spanish - Daniela Denis.

Classes include understanding basic dialogue, and include speaking, reading and writing.

Lesson copies provided.

10 week course

£150.00

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Intermediate Spanish

Monday 6 January

11:30am

10 Weeks.

£150.00 for the course.

Led by native speaker of Spanish - Daniela Denis.

 Classes include speaking, reading and writing, with an emphasis on grammar and conversation. For those with basic vocabulary and who understand past and present tenses.

Lesson copies provided.

10 week course

£150.00

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Improvers Italian 2

Monday 6 January

1:45pm

6 Weeks

£60.00 for the course.

Starting on the 6th of January at 1.45pm, a 6 week course priced at £60.

We will be using the Oxford publication "Take off in Italian" which can be ordered online in a boxed set with cds.

We will be covering topics such as: asking where places are, understanding directions and talking about your daily routine .

The tutor is happy to be contacted on 01626 438890 to discuss these courses.

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Improvers Italian 1

Monday 6 January

3:00pm

6 Weeks.

£60.00 for the course.

Starting on Monday the 6th of January at 3 p.m., a 6 week course priced at £60.

We will be using the BBC publication Talk Italian 2 which can be ordered online in a boxed set with cds.

We will be covering topics such as; language for getting to know people and giving information about yourself, telling the time and talking about your leisure activities.

The tutor is happy to be contacted on 01626 438890 to discuss these courses.

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Improvers French

Tuesday 7 January

1:45pm

6 Weeks.

£60.00 for the course.

Starting on Tuesday the 7th of January at 1.45 p.m., a 6 week course priced at £60

We will be using the Palgrave publication " Breakthrough French 2" which can be ordered online.

We will be covering topics such as: giving and following instructions  and discussing and asking for help in buying a present. Students will get practice in using present and past verb tenses.

The tutor is happy to be contacted on 01626 438890 to discuss these courses.

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Beginners Italian

Tuesday 7 January

3:00pm

6 Weeks.

£60.00 for the course.

Starting on Tuesday the 7th of January at 3p.m., a 6 week course priced at £60

We will be using the BBC publication Talk Italian 1, which can be ordered online in a boxed set with cds.

We will be covering topics such as  learning to introduce yourself and getting to know people, telling others about your family and ordering in a cafe.

The tutor is happy to be contacted on 01626 438890 to discuss these courses.

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Beginners Spanish

Tuesday 7 January

6:00pm

10 Weeks.

£150.00 for the course.

Led by native speaker of Spanish - Daniela Denis.

Classes include understanding basic dialogue, and include speaking, reading and writing.

Lesson copies provided.

10 week course

£150.00

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Intermediate French

Wednesday 8 January

10:15am

6 Weeks.

£60.00 for the course.

Starting on Wednesday the 8th of January at 10.15a.m., a 6 week course priced at £60

We will be using the Palgrave publication "Breakthrough French 3" which can be ordered online.

We will be covering topics such as talking about your leisure activities, your health and the French press.

Students will get practice in using present and past tenses, including using reflexive verbs.

The tutor is happy to be contacted on 01626 438890 to discuss these courses.

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

8 Jan - Joy of Watercolour - More Skies

1of 4 [Painting kit to ‘try before you buy’ available. Beginners and Beyond]

 Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme.

The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-1pm £33 or £124 for series of 4

Intermediate Italian

Wednesday 8 January

11:30am

6 Weeks.

£60.00 for the course.

Starting on the 8th of January at 11.30 a.m., a 6 week course priced at £60

We will be using the Intermediate coursebook "Contatti Italian 2" which can be purchased online with cds or audio recordings.

We will be covering topics such as: obtaining traffic information, discussing travel plans and making suggestions.

The tutor is happy to be contacted on 01626 438890 to discuss these courses.

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

8 Jan - Adventures in Acrylics – More Skies 1of 4

[Painting kit to ‘try before you buy’ available. Beginners and beyond]

Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme.

The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

2.15 - 4.45pm £33 or £124 for series of 4

Beginners Spanish 2

Thursday 9 January

10:15am

5 Weeks.

£75.00 for the course.

Led by native speaker of Spanish - Daniela Denis.

Thursdays – 5-week courses

Beginners 2 - 10.15am to 11.15am

Certain knowledge of verb tenses and sufficient vocabulary to be able to speak some of the language needed for this course.

Cost of a 5-Week course is £75 for the course.

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 Online or by telephone, 50p at the boxoffice.

Intermediate Spanish

Thursday 9 January

11:30am

5 Weeks.

£75.00 for the course.

Main Feature: 11:30 am - ends at 12:30 pm

Led by native speaker of Spanish - Daniela Denis.

Thursdays – 5-week courses

 Classes include speaking, reading and writing, with an emphasis on grammar and conversation. For those with basic vocabulary and who understand past and present tenses.

Cost of a 5-Week course is £75 for the course.

 Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 Online or by telephone, 50p at the boxoffice.

Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home. With rage in his heart and the future of the empire at stake, he looks to the past to find the strength and honor needed to return the glory of Rome to its people.

Starring - Paul Mescal & Denzel Washington.

Directed by Ridley Scott.

Cert 15. 2hrs 28 mins.

Kick off the new year with an incredible night of comedy at Pavilions Teignmouth, headlined by the brilliant Paul McCaffrey! Known for his high-energy performances and razor-sharp wit, Paul has been a hit on Live at the Apollo and Impractical Jokers and is one of the most in-demand comedians on the UK circuit.

Paul will be joined by a fantastic supporting line-up, each bringing their own brand of hilarious stand-up to the stage.

Expect a night packed with laughter, clever observations, and top-tier talent that will have you in stitches from start to finish.

With previous shows selling out quickly, don’t miss your chance to see some of the UK’s best comedians right here in Teignmouth. Book your tickets now and get ready for a night of laughter you won’t forget !!

Tickets - £14.50 in advance or £15.50 on the door.

The Toy Maker is in his workshop, making toys for the children when all of a sudden they come to life to tell the story of The Snow Queen

Follow Gerda on her adventures as she sets out to rescue her brother Kai from the evil Snow Queen who is holding him prisoner in her ice palace and meet the magical creatures who help her on her mission.

It's a wonderful tale of The Snow Queen told through the eyes of puppets Gerda and Kai. Join them on their adventures,

Watch Paul Batten of Theatrix Arts perform this magical story through puppets, changing scenery, music and sound effects. Then meet the puppets and create your very own Puppet of a character from the show!

Tickets - £10.00. Performance 1 hour, followed by puppet making.

Misunderstood because of her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba forges an unlikely but profound friendship with Glinda, a student with an unflinching desire for popularity. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths.

Starring - Ariana Grande & Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard.

Adapted from - Wicked, The Wizard of Oz.

Cert PG. 2 hrs 40 mins.  Musical / Fantasy

15 Jan - Being Brave! Letting go, to paint boldly. New!

Sell out in 2024!

[any liquid media, Beginners/improvers]

Many students say they want to paint looser, more boldly, colourfully, yet don’t seem to quite get there. We will explore the practical steps that support getting you there before, during and after painting. Spoiler alert....... it starts in the mind!

Liana borrows from her life coaching work to explain how to develop new habits using our left and right-hand brain. There will be Brave demonstrations with techniques for you to paint in a new mode. Using her Pegasus Process, launched last year to great acclaim, she will entertain with her bravery at mastering the ‘thrills and spills’ of wet-in- wet and show you how to follow suit. This is a unique, fun workshop with creative development and exercises/painting. Last time, exceptional work was produced! C'mon Be Brave!

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30 £67

The Royal Opera

THE TALES OF HOFFMANN

[New Production]

[Captured live November 2024]

Through the haze of the years, a poet remembers the women he loved. But when it comes to matters of the heart, nothing is as it seems. Particularly when the devil himself is involved…

Journeying back to his school days, Hoffmann relives his childhood romance with Olympia, a model student in every sense. Doomed love follows him into adulthood, where the dancer, Antonia, is taken from him too soon. Meanwhile, the sensual courtesan Giulietta has her own secret agenda. As memory and fantasy becomes increasingly blurred, will Hoffmann find the enigmatic Stella before it is too late?

Four women: four curious love stories. Juan Diego Flórez leads a fantastic cast in Offenbach's dream-like opera.

Running time

The performance lasts approximately 3 hours and 35 minutes, with two intervals

Language

Sung in French with English subtitles

Tickets - £16.50 or concessions £15.00. Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.

Cast:

HOFFMANN Juan Diego Flórez

LINDORF/COPPÉLIUS/DR MIRACLE/DAPERTUTTO Alex Esposito

OLYMPIA Olga Pudova

ANTONIA Ermonela Jaho

GIULIETTA Marina Costa-Jackson

NICKLAUSSE Julie Boulianne

ANDRÈS/COCHENILLE/FRANTZ/PITICHINACCIO Christophe Mortagne

SPALANZANI Vincent Ordonneau

CRESPEL Alastair Miles

It’s panto time again! Come and join Shaldon Theatre Company this January for their celebratory 40th pantomime - Once Upon a Time in Pantoland, an enchanting tale of not one but four pantomimes in one.

The wicked Witch Nevergreen has stolen the pages from the Pantoland story books with the help of her Minion, she plans to ruin Pantoland forever. But help is at hand, her effervescent brother Spirit must bring some magic and sparkle to help our characters get their pages back to their stories.

With a little help from our glamourous Dame Dolly Diamond and her hapless son Doug, lovely Lizzie Lemon and the new arrival in Pantoland - Poppy there are plenty of adventures ahead.

Jack will have to climb the Beanstalk to see off the dreaded Giant and his sidekick Fleshcreep, Cinderella will have to tackle her meddling step-sisters Drizzilla and Prizzilla, Sleeping Beauty will need to be woken from her sleep and Dick will have to rescue his puss - Socks from the evil King Rat!

Returning to the Pavilions Teignmouth after their sell out performances of 9 To 5 The Musical, Alice in Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz and NODA award winning Robinson Crusoe, Shaldon Theatre Company are excited to bring you yet another fantastic traditional pantomime for all the family.

With a brilliant live band, colourful costumes, lots of laughs and silliness, plenty of boo’s and a whole host of dancing and singing it promises to be yet another great pantomime and there may be a surprise or two! So don’t delay book your tickets today.

Tickets

Wednesday evening ONLY - all tickets £13.00

All other performances Thursday to Sunday - Adult £15.00, Child (Under 18) £12.00

Please note - There is a booking fee, per transaction - £1 online or by telephone, or 50p in person at the Box Office

During the workshop you will learn how to cast on, knit rows and cast off, so the workshop is perfect for knitting beginners.

If you choose to knit a snood scarf then you may not finish your project during the workshop but everyone will get to keep their knitting loom and tool and you will also have access to online tutorial videos so you can continue knitting at home. There will be a range of colours of super soft yarns to choose from and all equipment and materials will be provided.

Workshop is run by Crafting with Lyndsey craftingwithlyndsey.co.uk

10.00am to 12.30pm

£30 per person

Please note - there is a booking fee, per transaction - £1 online or by telephone or 50p in person at the Box Office.

Things don't go as planned when two distant cousins -- one from New York City, the other from Ireland -- come together to finally put an end to a generations-long family feud. Childish new tensions rise up in a good-natured, playful Irish comedy, which features some frank language.

Cert 15.  1 hr 42 mins.

29 Jan - Drawing with a Palette Knife. New!

[charcoal & ink. Beginners/improvers]

Most art starts with some drawing and we are advised to draw every day to progress!! If you find this isn’t you and you are always eager to get on with the painting, then no pre-drawing and working spontaneously with a palette knife and charcoal might be for you.

Starting with a simple gesture, we build the layers, tones and shapes easily. We might choose to work on a coloured base, or introduce white as we experiment and produce multiple versions of these effective paintings. Beginners and improvers alike can create something special with this technique, it’s simplicity can be refreshing and charming.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30  £67

When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with leading one of the world's most secretive and ancient events, selecting a new Pope, he finds himself at the centre of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church.

The story will mostly appeal to adults.

Starring - Ralph Fiennes, Stanley Tucci, Isabella Rossellini & Jon Lithgow

Directed by Edward Berger.

Cert 12A.  2 hrs.  Mystery / Drama / Psychological Thriller

Main Feature: 7:00 pm - ends at 9:00 pm

This 5-session course will help you to get to grips with your camera and improve your photographic technique.  With classroom-based theory and practical shooting time you will learn how to photograph out of Automatic Mode.

Camera needed- A digital camera with manual settings. (M, TV, AV, OR M, S, A On the top mode dial).

Experience Level - complete beginner or anyone who wants to refresh their knowledge of the basic camera settings and get the most from their camera whilst being creative and out of automatic mode.

These sessions will have plenty of practical experiments as generally we learn best this way.

You also get worksheets to support your learning and homework tasks for you to complete in your own time. You will be invited to access our training group on Facebook too.

"What a fantastic course, thank you Gemma. You are such a patient lady, I learnt everything I was hoping to. I highly recommend your course and as soon as I am confident with everything you have given me to work on, I will be back to do your follow-up course."

Thursday evenings 7pm to 9pm from 30th January to 27th February 2025.

£75 for the course - please note there is a booking fee, per transaction - £1 online or by telephone, 50p in person at the Box Office.

Dance for People with Parkinson's

Research has shown that dance is particularly good for people living with Parkinson's as the movement and rhythm can help those parts of the brain affected by the condition. Physiotherapist and dance teacher Jackie Fowler is a dance for Parkinson's trained teacher working in Exeter. This one-hour class is for anyone living with Parkinson's and their partner, carer or friend. You do not need to have done any dance before. The class will begin with a seated warm up followed by a range of dance styles and you can either remain seated or stand.

Dance for Parkinson's Exeter

Contact: Jackie Fowler: jackiesclass53@gmail.com  

Silver Swans Seated Ballet Class

This seated dance exercise class draws on the principles of ballet technique with exercises that have been structured to promote strength, flexibility, and balance while prioritising safety and accessibility. From gentle warm-up exercises to a lively finale, participants are guided through a diverse range of seated exercises that engage both body and mind. Come and move to beautiful ballet music and rekindle your love for dance.

Ballroom Rhythms with Norma Daykin.

'This ballroom rhythms class will cover the fundaments of social dancing. It focuses on the basics of ballroom including holds, steps and movement round the floor in short figures that can be danced to a variety of rhythms. So if you've ever been curious about some of the beautiful ballroom dances that you've seen on TV now is your opportunity to discover the basics and find out if you want to explore them further. You are welcome to come along with a dance partner or on your own if you're happy to learn how to lead or follow

Border Morris Dancing with Lin Steel.

This class is open to anyone aged 12 or over who would like to come and have a go at Morris dancing. Border Morris was originally a simple form of dance performed for money during winter months when work on the land was hard to come by. Now Border Morris groups wear eye-catching clothes and often perform at festivals throughout the year.  This is a lively and fast-moving dance, so be prepared to come along and have some fun.

Find Enigma Border Morris on Facebook and Instagram.

Email: lin@enigmamorris.com

Salsa!

Come and learn a Salsa Rueda! This lively dance, based on exciting Cuban rhythms, is a chance to learn basic salsa steps in a fun, sociable group activity. It is danced in a circle and dancers progress from partner to partner, guided by calls from the dance leader, Norma Daykin. You are welcome to come along with a dance partner or on your own to learn how to lead or follow. This dance has a strong community aspect as dancers work together to execute the moves.

It’s Ceilidh Time!

Come and dance the night away with the fabulous ceilidh band, Banned from the Moor. Their wonderful caller, Jayne, will talk you through all the moves and you don’t need any prior experience to enjoy this toe-tapping extravaganza. Suitable for people of all ages you’ll be led through wonderful dances like the Dashing White Sargent, The Eightsome Reel and the famous Gay Gordons. There’s nothing that’s quite so much fun as a Ceilidh so come and join us!

https://www.bannedfromthemoor.co.uk/

Pilates with Wendy Blackburn

Perfect for people of all abilities Pilates targets deep core strength and equally focuses on the correct alignment and movement of the body.  It has a progressive approach, so each skill is taught step by step, gently improving  your the strength and flexibility. It's used extensively by professional dancers as well as members of the general public. Join Wendy for this hour-long session to see what Pilates can do for you.

Performance Parkour with Prodigal UPG

This half-day workshop is for young people aged 13 to 24 of any ability who want to explore the principles of performance Parkour. The internationally award-winning Urban Playground Team bring their knowledge of movement, theatre and high-calibre teaching skills to enable young people to take dance in to new dimensions. By working with a scaffolding rig and incorporating parkour disciplines in to dance they explore how to tell both new and ancient stories. Parkour originated in Paris as a discipline of overcoming physical obstacles in an urban landscape. Join the Urban Playground Team to discover physical theatre with dance at its heart.

https://prodigalupg.com/

Ballet Repertory For Adult Beginners with Patricia Vallis.

Join ex-professional dancer and choreographer Patricia Vallis for the opportunity to use the classical ballet skills you’ve been developing and join them together so that you can really dance! This class will start with a half-hour ballet barre to warm you up, followed by some adapted rep from the famous Nutcracker ballet. Open to adult dancers who have at least three terms prior experience of ballet.

Charleston with Strictly Come Dancing Choreographer Jenny Thomas.

Charleston became popular in the 1920s in America and has never really lost its appeal. Characterised by its toes-in, heels out twisting step it conjures up images of the 1920s 'Flappers' and illicit speakeasys. Open to anyone, this class will be full of energy and lots of fun.

Lindy Hop class for improvers with Strictly Come Dancing choreographer Jenny Thomas

This Lindy Hop class, delivered by Strictly Come Dancing choreographer Jenny Thomas, is an opportunity for experienced Lindy Hop dancers to learn a short routine that will extend their vocabulary and build on performance skills. Come with a partner or on your own if you're prepared to learn how to either lead or follow.

Jenny Thomas.

With more than 35 years of professional dance experience, Jenny has performed with Wayne Sleep in 'Song & Dance', starred in 'SWING' on Broadway, was a guest performer at Sir Elton John's 60th birthday party and even danced in the Blockbuster Movie, The Polar Express with Tom Hanks.

Jenny is the leading Charleston and Salsa Choreographer on BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, contributing to the show for 18 years. Some of her past memorable routines include Faye Tozer & Giovanni Pernice's 'The Lonely Goatherd' and Ed Ball's & Katya Jones' 'Gangnam Style' Salsa which was nominated for 'Must See TV moments' BAFTA Awards. Most recently Jenny was nominated for an OFFIE award for her choreography in 'Syncopation" at the Bridewell Theatre London. Look out for Jenny's authentic jazz dance companies performing across the South West.... The Jenny Thomas Jazzettes, JT Jammers & The JT Lindy Hoppers.

https://www.jennytapsthomas.com/.   jtjazzettes@gmail.com

Fitsteps with Carole-Anne Barr.

Created by former Strictly Come Dancing Professionals, Ian Waite & Natalie Lowe alongside Britian's most successful swimmer Mark Foster, FitSteps combines the graceful steps of the Ballroom with the up-tempo Latin steps to provide a fun and effective workout! Whether you've done Fitsteps in the past or just have a love of dance and want to see whether Fitsteps provides the additional workout that you're looking for, come and join Carole Anne for a physical and mental workout and lots of fun!

caroleanne.barr@gmail.com

website: raisethebarr.org

07472 0594278

Argentine Tango For Beginners.

If you’ve never tried this fascinating dance and always wanted to have a go come along and give it a try. This partner dance is all about tuning in to your partner and learning to work as a team to move with power and passion to wonderful tango music. Come with a partner or on your own if you’re prepared to learn how to either lead or follow. No previous experience necessary.

Ballet repertory for Improvers with Patricia Vallis.

Taking part in the regular challenges of a ballet barre and centre work brings the opportunity to build personal confidence and technique, but there’s nothing quite like combining your skills, confidence and technique together with grace and flow to dance some ballet repertoire. This 1.5 hour session is aimed at those with at least two years of ballet practice. You should be comfortable doing basic turns such as assemble soutenu en tournant or posé

 before signing up for this class. (If you haven’t reached this stage yet, try the repertory class for adult beginners instead.) No previous experience of doing rep is necessary as ex- professional dancer and choreographer Patricia Vallis will guide and support your exploration of an extract from Coppélia.

patriciavallis@hotmail.co.uk

Lindy Hop for Beginners.

Lindy Hop is a social dance which originated amongst the African-American communities based in Harlem in the 1920s and is known as the original swing dance. Often danced to the wonderful Jazz music of the 1920s, '30s and '40's it offers opportunities for improvisation and self-expression which means it's perfect for solo as well as partner dancing. Swing Exe provide regular Lindy Hop classes and social dance opportunities in Exeter and will lead this beginners class ahead of our evening social dance at the Pavilions where the fabulous Hot House Combo will provide live music for a night to remember.

https://swingexe.co.uk/

Dress up for the Lindy Hop!

Exuding a giddy blend of vintage charm and captivating rhythms, The Hot House Combo will transport you to the colourful and carefree foot-tapping era of yesteryear. Their passion and energy will have you struggling to sit still - and they wouldn't want you to anyway! Bringing you the Jazzier sounds of the 1930s - ideal for Swing dancing or shaking your tail feather however you like - this is your opportunity to try out the Charleston and Lindy Hop you may have learnt earlier in the day or simply enjoy the fabulous music that will sweep you away.  Dress to impress in your 1930s finest and come along and enjoy music and dance from the golden age of Jazz.

https://www.thehothousecombo.com/

Diddi Dance for Children.

If you know someone who is five years old or under and has a passion for dance and music or simply has boundless energy, this is the class for them. Aimed at children aged 5 and under with their parents or carers, Diddi Dance is designed to enhance coordination and rhythm by using action songs, dancing games and funky music. Most of all it's lots of fun! Parents and carers are encouraged to join in with their diddi dancers so come along an join Josie Ward for 45 minutes of delight. All adults must be accompanied by a child.

www.diddidance.com        

josie.ward@diddidance.com

Choogh Choogh Performance and Play.

Choogh Choogh Dance Performance for under 7s.

All aboard for a delightful train journey through India.

Experience the sights, sounds and smells evoked through South Asian dance, music and theatre; and meet some amazing characters along the way.

Recommended age: 0-7 years, families and train and travel lovers

Duration 25 mins + stay and play

Choogh choogh is a performance work inspired by the joy for travelling through India on a train. It combines classical Indian dance with contemporary movement, theatre and play, sharing with audiences a world full of colour, invention and flow. The journey starts with the audience getting a special choogh choogh ticket. Three artists weave a traveling tapestry with three scarves, morphing from one scene to the next as the sights, sounds and smells whiz by. The sound scape is rich with the sounds of the train, hawkers, festivals, musicians, ambient sounds of river, jungles and cities. The artists sing songs which are specially written for children – Chai Chai, Coffee Coffee and Kites Kites everywhere. They interact with the audience, engaging their imagination. This show is an exploration of just how much we can see and imagine, together, as the train chooghs chooghs on.

https://beeja.com/choogh-choogh/

Dance Your Life - Barefoot Dance

Dance Your Life offers a transformative barefoot dance journey that blends mindfulness, movement, and energy work. With a rich mix of eclectic music, this practice encourages self-acceptance, playfulness, and personal growth through expressive movement. Embark on a journey of self-exploration, meeting dancers of all kinds. Transform your reality by moving consciously, guided by the music, the magic of the group, and the suggestions of a fellow traveller. Enter a world of imagination

https://www.danceyourlife.co.uk/

Bharatanatyam with Anusha Subramanyam.

Bharatanatyam is one of the oldest classical dance forms originating in the temples of Southern India. It combines rhythm, hand gestures, disciplined foot work and facial expressions to convey stories and messages. Anusha Subramanyam is one of the most exciting exponents of this vivid and exciting dance form. This one-hour class will give you a flavour of some of this ancient dance style introducing you to the precise geometry and grounded movement that form the basis of the practice. No prior experience needed. Everyone welcome.

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Contact improvisation with Feet off the Ground.

Robyn and Patricia will offer participants ways in which to explore new approaches to contact improvisation, expanding the possibilities of their dancing. Together we will:

-        Delve into the fundamental principles of the form, learning and experimenting with a range of technical skills in and around trust, weight-share, being off-balance, momentum, rolling points, lifting and flying.

-        Explore our relationship to the space around us and to one another; creating heightened awareness, which will allow us to dance together, be playful and experience a sense of freedom.

Feet off the Ground creates transformative, relatable outdoor dance productions which comment on socio-political issues through a feminist lens. The work reflects the company’s collective belief in the therapeutic benefit of movement, human connection and touch, and their democratic and collaborative approach to creating and teaching dance.

The collective have been delivering contact improvisation and partnering workshops for over a decade within the professional, education and community sectors both nationally and internationally. Feet off the Ground are proud to present an ensemble solely managed and performed by women.

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Greek Circle Dance with Rosie Allen-Perdikeas.

Circular dancing is a common tradition across many cultures and is used for a variety of purposes including celebrations, ceremonies and as a social way to strengthen communities. Circle and line dance is an important part of Greek culture and thousands of dances exist with many regions in Greece having developed dance, music and costume that feature unique elements of local culture and the environment. The rhythms, beat and pattern of the steps can aid with flexibility and coordination, as well as bringing joy through social connection. Rosie is an experienced dance artist with a Greek cultural background. This session is open to all people and all ages who would like to try out this fun and engaging form of dance.

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Argentine Tango Vals.

This class is for dancers with prior experience of Argentine Tango and will focus on using both new and familiar vocabulary to dance Argentine Tango vals. Ideally you should be confident with executing ochos, sacadas and giros working in both open and closed embrace. The class will help you develop your musicality and confidence in dancing to some of the most beautiful tango music in vals time. Attending with your dance partner is recommended.  

Argentine Tango Milonga.

The quick and quirky rhythm of milonga can be both exciting and fun to dance to, so if you’re already familiar with Argentine Tango come along to this class to develop the crisp footwork and direct body positioning that will help you dance this lively and engaging dance. Attending with your dance partner is recommended.  

LES MISÉRABLES - THE STAGED CONCERT (40th Anniversary celebration)

Seen by over 120 million people worldwide, LES MISÉRABLES is undisputedly one of the world’s most popular musicals. In 2019, Cameron Mackintosh produced a spectacular sell-out staged concert version at the Gielgud Theatre featuring an all-star cast including Michael Ball, Alfie Boe, Carrie Hope Fletcher, Matt Lucas and John Owen Jones. Now cinema audiences can experience a unique encore of this incredible show to celebrate Les Misérables 40th Anniversary. Featuring a cast and orchestra of over 65 and including the songs I Dreamed A Dream, Bring Him Home, One Day More and On My Own this sensational staged concert is not to be missed.

165 mins .  Tickets - £15

Please note - there is a booking fee, per transaction - £1 online or by telephone, 50p in peson at the Box Office

5 Feb - Joy of Watercolour- Trees & Texture 1of 4    

[Beginners and Beyond]

Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme. The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-1pm £33 or £124 for series of 4

5 Feb  - Adventures in Acrylics –Trees & Texture

1of 4 [Beginners and Beyond]

 Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme. The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

2.15 - 4.45pm £33 or £124  for series of 4

A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever and ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm Hammerhand, the King of Rohan, and his people to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg.

Director - Kenji Kamiyama

Stars - Brian Cox, Gaia Wise, & Miranda Otto

2 hrs 14 mins.  Cert 12A.   Fantasy epic  /  Adventure.

Winners of the 2024 UK Blues Band of The Year, The Cinelli Brothers are an award-winning 4 Piece band from London comprised of Marco and Alessandro Cinelli from Italy, Tom Julian Jones, a London native, and Stephen Giry from France.

A true melting-pot of musicianship, showmanship and charisma.  Their sound is an amalgam of Soul & Blues with a contemporary twist that honours the songwriting craftsmanship of their biggest influences-The Beatles, The Band, Little Feat, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles and Steve Winwood.  The band tours extensively in the UK, Europe & USA, and were named the best blues band in the UK in the 2022 UK Blues Challenge, followed by 2nd place in the International Blues Challenge in Memphis in January 2023.

The band has released four albums to date, including their latest studio album ‘Almost Exactly’ which was recorded in Woodstock, NY and released in January 2024 to great acclaim. They celebrated the album release with a launch party at The Cutting Room in New York City, to a packed audience.  It is through their mesmerising live shows that The Cinelli Brothers have garnered their loyal and ever-expanding fanbase, selling out shows in the UK & Europe and performing at Joe Bonamassa’s KTBA Mediterranean Cruise 2023, as well as some of the biggest Blues & Jazz festivals across the continent.

Sat 8th Feb - Intro to Afro-Cuban Rhythms

11am to 1pm

Experience the irresistible rhythms of Cuba in this dynamic, interactive workshop! Dive into the vibrant world of Cuban drums and percussion and discover your inner latin fire. We’ll be playing a range of instruments including congas, bass drums, clave and cowbells in order to capture the infectious energy of Cuban rhythm. These sessions are so much fun and accessible to all! With no experience necessary, this workshop will have you grooving in no time. All sessions come with access to digital resources and a recording of our final piece.

Big beats, Big breaks and lots of laughs.

Come and have some fun with us!

£15.00 per session. Book 3 sessions for £12.50 each!

David Tennant and Cush Jumbo lead a stellar cast in a new 5-star production of Shakespeare’s MACBETH, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London. Unsettling intimacy and brutal action combine at breakneck speed as Max Webster directs this tragic tale of love, murder, and nature’s power of renewal.

Tickets - £16.50 or concessions £15.00.

A series of bank robberies and car heists frightened communities in the Pacific Northwest. A lone FBI agent believes that the crimes were not the work of financially motivated criminals, but rather a group of dangerous domestic terrorists.

Stars - Jude Law, Nicholas Hoult, Tye Sheridan

Crime  Drama  Thriller    Cert 15.  114 mins

12 Feb - Luminous Landscapes with Fluorescent Underpainting. New!

[Acrylics. Beginners/improvers]

Recently there has been a trend for fluorescent underpainting and it can be used to great effect. There are however helpful ‘rules’ to follow that guide us through colour palettes, glazes and suitable compositions. Understanding what underpainting achieves and hinders, we can then make choices and create a vibrant painting.

Let's bring a little uplifting colour to February, often used in capturing bright Mediterranean or Caribbean climes, start to look out your favourite snaps [ I will have my trusty inspiration folders too] and bring them to plan a vibrant Landscape composition.  With demos, colour & composition planning before executing a painting this promises to be a very luminous day....whatever the February weather is doing!

Please see materials list below in good time!  

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30 £67

200 years after its opening and a century after acquiring its first Van Gogh works, the National Gallery is hosting the UK's biggest ever Van Gogh exhibition. Van Gogh is not only one of the most beloved artists of all time, but perhaps the most misunderstood.

Tickets - £15.00.  90 mins.   7pm.

855 women joined the war to fix the three-year backlog of undelivered mail. Faced with discrimination and a country devastated by war, they managed to sort more than 17 million pieces of mail ahead of time.

Directed by Tyler Perry

Starring Kerry Washington, Ebony Obsidian & Milauna Jackson

Cert 12A / Drama War History / 1hr 7mins

We’re excited to bring you another fantastic night of laughter at Pavilions Teignmouth! As you’ve come to expect from Teignmouth Comedy Night, this show will be headlined by an incredible line-up of the UK’s top comedians, many of whom have performed on Live at the Apollo, Taskmaster, Mock the Week, and 8 Out of 10 Cats.

Our shows in Teignmouth regularly sell, so don’t miss your chance to join us for a night of top tier comedy! Although the full line-up will be announced soon, you can expect a fantastic mix of high-profile comedians known for delivering unforgettable performances.

Get ready for a night packed with laughter, surprises, and outstanding comedy talent—secure your tickets early for a comedy experience you won’t want to miss!

Tickets - £14.50 in advance, £15.50 on the door.  

Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone and internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.

16+ recommended.

Mufasa, a cub lost and alone, meets a sympathetic lion named Taka, the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of a group of misfits searching for their destiny.

Directed by Barry Jenkins

Starring Aaron Pierre Kelvin Harrison Jr & Seth Rogan.

Cert PG / Animation Adventure Fantasy / 1hr 58mins

Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance.

Directed by Jeff Fowler

Starring Pat Casey, Jogh Miller & John Whittington.

Cert PG / Animation Adventure Fantasy / 1hr 49mins

"Fantastical Forest" Illustration Workshop

Tuesday 18th February  - 10.30am-12.30pm

Who lives in the Fantastical Forest? What strange and extraordinary plants grow there? Join Claire Evans and paint, draw, print and collage your own fantastical forest illustration, full of magical creatures and plants.

Price £12 per child

Suitable for ages 6-12 years

16 places

(All children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult)

An extraordinary journey through a busy forest. Experience a story told from the perspective of an acorn; the hectic forest floor, thrumming underworlds, and dazzling heights of icy branches.

Discover bizarre larger than life fungi, connecting creaking tree roots, and majestic guardians watching over a delicate cycle. Join three storytellers as they lead you through an enchanting experience like no other.

Breathe explores the inner workings of trees, all beautifully realised through a combination of puppetry, detailed sets, and live camera work. Underscored through a truly unique blend of thumping Drum & Bass and live ethereal folk songs. Find the epic in the tiny in this celebration of trees, nature, and finding space in a buzzing community.

 For ages 5+.

A Trivial Comedy for Serious People

Being sensible can be excessively boring. At least Jack thinks so.

While assuming the role of dutiful guardian in the country, he lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy takes on a similar facade.

Unfortunately, living a double life has its drawbacks, especially when it comes to love. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.

Max Webster (Donmar’s Macbeth; Life of Pi) directs a joyful and flamboyant reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom; Doctor Who) is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) and Hugh Skinner (W1A; Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again) in this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance.

Certification to be confirmed. Contains strong language & suggestive content.

Approx. 2hrs 45mins (including 1 interval)

Feb Half Term - Friday 21st - Family Drumming

11am to 12.30pm

Half-Term drumming fun-times for the whole family! Join us for a rhythmic adventure the whole family will love.

Explore the joy of West African drumming together in our family-friendly workshop. This hands-on session promises fun, laughter, and plenty of beats to groove to. Through rhythm games and call and response, we will develop the most infectious groove between us.

No experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to make music memories with your loved ones.

£15.00 for 1 adult & 1 child.

£5.00 for each extra child.

A young girl leads a daring mission to find a lost island that will reconnect all the people of the ocean in this US animated sequel, which is filled with exciting adventure and the comic exploits of lovable characters.

Disney Animation  /  Cert PG  /  99 mins

Retro Rock Show 2025

Performed by a 5-piece band of the finest rock musicians who have toured with some of the biggest names in rock.

From the moment the lights go up and the band hit the stage you’ll be taken on a musical RETRO journey featuring songs by Queen, Starship, REO Speedwagon, Cher, Def Leppard, Mr Mister, Toto, Van Halen, Whitesnake, Journey, Fleetwood Mac, Kenny Loggins,Tina Turner and many more!

Every song is performed with high energy and a full stage production that makes this show one of the most exciting to see!

A night for the whole family and all ages to enjoy, that will have the audience singing along to every song!"

Tickets - £22.00.   140 mins

At last, an Irish music show that has come out of Ireland without the clichés that usually follow! There are no flat caps or twee costumes here. Instead you get incredibly talented musicians and dancers who simply want to bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting.

The live music, Irish dancing and banter is infectious and enters the psyche in seconds. The show itself features All Ireland champion musicians and dancers who combine a unique blend of light hearted audience interaction with fascinating stories about the music and the instruments themselves.

The original show was set up in Dublin by a group of musicians who wanted visitors to the city to experience what a real Irish house party is like. It’s all presented in a fun and humorous way resulting in a fabulous theatre going experience.

Look forward to seeing you at The Irish House Party soon!

An up-and-coming chef and a recent divorcée find their lives forever changed when a chance encounter brings them together, in a decade-spanning, deeply moving romance.

Directed by John Crowley

Starring Andrew Garfield & Florence Pugh.

Cert 15 / Drama Feel-Good Romance / 1hr 48mins

26 Feb - Developing your work on a Personal Painting Day -with 1 to1 Guidance.

[Any media. Improvers]

Often, I hear on workshops, ’there’s never enough time to finish a painting!’. Well today you have all day! After a short introduction to focus students on their strengths, aims and style, we’ll jump straight in to a painting. Liana will then work with each of you in turn to discuss your painting, potential development, style and goals, continuing to offer 1 to 1 support throughout the day as we paint in a studio atmosphere.

This is a chance to have more time to paint with good company, to reflect on your painting and discuss room for improvement. In the 7 Habits of Successful Artists, we are reminded that practice and quantity of painting is key, but also that conscious learning is necessary so we don’t repeat errors. Often, we chase exciting new skills and materials but every student needs time to consolidate their learning to develop.

Individual teaching will be offered as required, as appose to the usual skills teaching section. Ideally you will pre-plan an idea for a painting so you can dive in, but as ever, Liana’s will be full of ideas and encouragement! There’s even a little homework beforehand- do see the materials guide.

To encourage you to take this important time for yourself, we are offering a special deal today saving £18. Can you afford to resist?!!

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30 *Special Deal* £49

A singular profile of British pop superstar Robbie Williams.

Directed by Michael Gracey

Starring Robbie Williams, Jonno Davies & Steve Pemberton.

Certification to be confirmed / Biopic Musical / 2hrs 14mins

Learn the mindful craft of bargello needlepoint and create a set of colourful coasters in your chosen colours.

During the workshop you will make one or two coasters. Then leave with the materials and pattern to continue this craft at home and create your remaining coasters for a matching set of four.

There will be plenty of yarn colours to choose from and the workshop is perfect for beginners.

1.00pm to 3.00pm

£25.00 per person

Please note - there is a booking fee, per transaction - £1 online or by telephone or 50p in person at the Box Office.

The Royal Ballet - SWAN LAKE

[Revival] [Captured live April 2024]

Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful woman, Odette, he is enraptured. But she is under a spell that holds her captive, allowing her to regain her human form only at night.

Von Rothbart, arbiter of Odette's curse, tricks the Prince into declaring his love for the identical Odile and thus breaking his vow to Odette. Doomed to remain a swan forever, Odette has but one way to break the sorcerer's spell.

Classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness. Bringing together

Tchaikovsky’s sensational score with the incredible imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane, Swan Lake on the big screen will be an exceptional way to experience this ultimate ballet classic.

Tickets - £16.50 or concessions £15.00. Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.

Running time - 210 minutes, Two intervals

Cast:

ODETTE/ ODILE Yasmine Naghdi

PRINCE SIEGFRIED Matthew Ball

VON ROTHBART Thomas Whitehead

THE QUEEN Christina Arestis

BENNO Joonhyuk Jun

PRINCE SIEGFRIED’S YOUNGER SISTERS Leticia Dias, Annette Buvoli

Creatives:

CHOREOGRAPHY Marius Petipa and Lev Ivanov

ADDITIONAL CHOREOGRAPHY Liam Scarlett and Frederick Ashton

MUSIC Pyotr Il’yich Tchaikovsky

PRODUCTION Liam Scarlett

DESIGNER John Macfarlane

LIGHTING DESIGNER David Finn

STAGING Gary Avis, Laura Morera, and Samantha Raine

ARTISTIC SUPERVISOR Laura Morera

The Dave Hankin Big Band 2025

Another chance to see!!  Playing to packed-out theatre audiences, The Dave Hankin Big Band has risen to become the South West's premier Jazz Orchestra.

Featuring high-quality musicianship, and performing a diverse repertoire from Glenn Miller to Maynard Ferguson - all of Dave's very own arrangements - including themed concerts celebrating the Magic of the Movies, Frank Sinatra and Michael Buble. The Dave Hankin Big Band is a feast for music lovers.

The Dave Hankin Band was formed in November 2007, made up from some of the finest musicians in the area. Five of the original members remain to this day. They began regularly meeting at rehearsals to work on Dave's library of personally-crafted arrangements. The full-size, 17 piece line-up, plus the captivating vocals of Bern Stewart, were soon branching out from the local venues and jazz clubs, and began performing at festivals such as the Looe Festival, The Dart Music Festival, and the Boringdon Hotel Jazz and Ale Festival.

Along the way, the band have had the pleasure of sharing the stage with some of the biggest names in British jazz, with the likes of Gordon Campbell (trombone), Bruce Adams (trumpet) and Alan Barnes (saxophone) joining them for special concerts. Although retired from acting as band leader, Dave is hard at work arranging new programmes to delight the eagerly awaiting audiences.

Tickets £18.00.  130 mins.

Conn Artists Theatre Company in association with Play to the Crowd present:

Thomas Hardy’s  -  Far from the Madding Crowd

Adapted by Nick Young & Ross Muir

Capricious, independent and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene inherits and manages her uncle’s farm. She is courted by three infatuated suitors: an honest, loyal and capable shepherd; a womanising and charming Sergeant; and a lonely, wealthy farmer. Who will she choose? If any of them? She plays with all their hearts to devastating and dramatic effect.

Far from the Madding Crowd demonstrates live, vibrant theatre at its very best.

“strong, vivid and emotional story telling.” ★★★★

Viv Wilson MBE returns to Pavilions Teignmouth with a new presentation for 2025.

Including unpublished images from private local collections, as well as views of buildings and streets during the past century and up-to-date comparisons.

Tickets: £8.50

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Jesus Christ Superstar

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock classic Jesus Christ Superstar returns to its roots with this sensational performance filmed in the UK during the Live Arena Tour. An incredible cast including Tim Minchin as Judas Iscariot, Melanie Chisholm as Mary Magdalene, Chris Moyles as King Herod and Ben Forster as Jesus Christ, perform hit songs including “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Gethsemane,” “Heaven on Their Minds,” “Everything’s Alright,” “King Herod’s Song” and “Superstar” in an exciting and contemporary interpretation.

115 mins.  Cert tbc.

5 March - Joy of Watercolour- More Flowers

1of 4 [Beginners and Beyond]

Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme. The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-1pm £33 or £ 124 for series of 4

5 March - Adventures in Acrylics – More Flowers

1of 4 [Beginners and Beyond]

 Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme. The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

2.15 - 4.45pm £33 or £124 for series of 4

Art History: From Impressionism to Pop Art.

A 6 week evening course - Thursdays 7pm to 9pm

Running from 6th March to 10th April 2025.

£75.00 for the course.

Week 1 - Impressionism

Week 2 - Post Impressionism (Gogh, Gaugin)

Week 3 - Cubism, Dada and Surrealism

Week 4 - Modernism (Constructivism, Bauhaus, De Stijl)

Week 5 - Abstract Expressionism

Week 6 - Pop Art

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Princesses Unite, the ultimate children's pop princess party that's sweeping the nation! Featuring a cast of dazzling princesses, this enchanting spectacle brings all your favourite hit songs and party dances to life in a vibrant, high-energy performance that will leave audiences of all ages spellbound.

Join our beloved princesses as they embark on a magical musical adventure filled with friendship, fun, and fabulous music. With sparkling costumes, stunning choreography, and an interactive experience that invites everyone to sing and dance along, Princesses Unite is the perfect celebration for little princes and princesses everywhere.

After the show, don't miss the FREE Meet and Greet! This is your chance to meet the Princesses in person. Share a hug, get an autograph, and snap a photo with your favourite princesses to create a cherished memory that will last a lifetime. So, join us for a royal adventure where dreams come true and every child is a star! Grab your tiaras and get ready to sing, dance, and unite with the princesses for an unforgettable show!

Tickets: £14.00

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

12 March - Inspired by Gingko Biloba Leaves -Design and Paint.

New! [Any media. Beginners /improvers]

Gingko Biloba trees have the most stunning fans of leaves and justifiably they appear in paintings, jewellery, fabric and interior design. Working from real leaves, we will go through a progressive design process, building and developing a design then painting it. You might do several versions, even painting on fabric or lampshades [acrylic & fabric paint/inks] if you wish.

There’s the opportunity to try several approaches, maybe our ever-popular coffee painting, as we find our own unique version of this iconic shape. They’ll be lots of mini demonstrations and chance to play as you choose a simple or more complex design. Who knows, you might spark a whole theme in your house or accessories!

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30  £67

Sat 15 March - Intro to Samba Reggae

11am to 1pm

Ever fancied joining a samba band? Come and discover the wonderful world of Samba Reggae. If you enjoy this session, then you could always come and join our Drum Devon marching band! Playing on a range of instruments, including snares, congas, surdos, bells and shakers, we’ll put together an infectious Brazilian carnival groove complete with breaks, intros and improvisation. No experience necessary! Starting from scratch, you will learn basic fundamental techniques which will have you grooving in no time. The previous session was so much fun, by the end we had managed to create a fully functioning marching samba band! All workshops come with access to digital resources and a recording of our final piece.

Big beats, Big breaks and lots of laughs.

Come and have some fun with us!

£15.00 per session. Book 3 sessions for £12.50 each!

Voodoo Room -

A Night of Hendrix, Clapton & Cream

Celebrating the incredible music of Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton & Cream - Voodoo Room are a stunning high energy ‘Power Trio’ featuring some of the U.K.’s finest musicians whose credits include:
Steve Winwood, Massive Attack, Arthur Brown, Fish, Thunder, Lulu etc.

NO WIGS, NO PANTOMIME - JUST GREAT MUSIC PLAYED BY GREAT MUSICIANS!

‘INCREDIBLE MUSICIANS! ’ - Neneh Cherry.

‘ABSOLUTLEY INCREDIBLE ’ - Radio Caroline.

‘OUTSTANDING’ - Blues In The South Magazine.

‘SUPERB’ - Time Out.

www.voodoo-room.com

The Dawn of Impressionism: Paris, 1874

Directed by Ali Ray – Produced by Phil Grabsky

The Impressionists are the most popular group in art history - millions flock every year to marvel at their masterpieces. But, to begin with, they were scorned, penniless outsiders. 1874 was the year that changed everything; the first Impressionists, “hungry for independence”, broke the mould by holding their own exhibition outside official channels. Impressionism was born and the art world was changed forever.

What led to that first groundbreaking show 150 years ago? Who were the maverick personalities that wielded their brushes in such a radical and provocative way? The spectacular Musée d’Orsay exhibition brings fresh eyes to this extraordinary tale of passion and rebellion. The story is told not by historians and curators but in the words of those who witnessed the dawn of Impressionism: the artists, press and people of Paris, 1874. See the show that changed everything on the big screen.

Made in close collaboration with the Musee d’Orsay and National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.

Tickets - £15.00.   90 mins.

Hejira are a seven-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late 1970s. Having released the albums The Hissing of Summer Lawns, Hejira, Don Juan’s Reckless Daughter and Mingus (regarded as her ‘jazz period’), Joni then toured briefly with a band formed from the crème de la crème of contemporaneous jazz musicians (Metheny, Mays, Brecker, Pastorius and Alias).

The tour was recorded, producing the outstanding live album, Shadows And Light; it is from this album that the band Hejira is drawing the body of its repertoire. Comprising highly experienced jazz musicians, this band are fronted by the brilliant Hattie Whitehead who not only has - in her own way - assimilated the poise, power and beauty of Joni’s vocals, but also plays guitar with Joni’s stylistic mannerisms. Expect an evening of the ‘great’ songs from Mitchell’s back catalogue, such as Amelia, Woodstock, A Case Of You, Song For Sharon, Edith And The Kingpin etc.!

Hattie Whitehead ~ vocals & guitar

Ollie Weston ~ tenor & soprano saxophones

Chris Eldred ~ keyboards

Pete Oxley ~ guitar

Dave Jones ~ bass

Rick Finlay ~ drums

Marc Cecil ~ percussion

Presented in partnership with Teign Jazz and Blues

A thrilling sequel to “The 39 Steps”, Hannay Stands Fast sees our dashing hero, Richard Hannay back in the fray on a mission to thwart a new and deadly threat to his beloved England.   Engaged on this top-secret case by MI5, Hannay makes his way down to Cornwall to infiltrate a secretive organisation and learn their dastardly plans.  Can he save the day to keep the nation safe for another day?

Hannay Stands Fast, like its predecessor, is taken on by four actors playing dozens of characters – 53 to be precise!  Set in various locations created through quick and innovative uses of trunks, crates, suitcases, ladders, you name it!  A rip-roaring comedy for the whole family to enjoy – another of John Buchan’s classic Hannay stories re-told for the stage through laughs, daring-do and utter chaos!

Tickets - £18.00.  115 mins.

The Royal Ballet - ROMEO AND JULIET   [Revival]

The greatest love story ever told – through ballet. An ancient family feud casts a long shadow over the town of Verona. In this hothouse of tension, brawls are quick to break out and both sides get caught in the crossfire.

The Capulets and Montagues are sworn enemies. Yet it is love at first sight for Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet when they meet each other at the Capulet ball, into which Romeo has snuck. The two fall in love and they profess their devotion to each other at Juliet’s balcony. They secretly get married. The stakes are raised for the young couple when Romeo avenges the death of his friend Mercutio who has been killed by Tybalt, Juliet’s cousin. For this, Romeo is exiled from Verona. Meanwhile, Juliet’s parents are forcing her to marry another suitor.

In order to be together, Romeo and Juliet must risk it all.

Running time 210 mins with two intervals.

Tickets - £16.50 and concessions £15.00.  Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone and internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.

Creatives:

CHOREOGRAPHY Kenneth MacMillan

MUSIC Sergey Prokofiev

DESIGNER Nicholas Georgiadis

LIGHTING DESIGNER John B. Read

26 March - Relief and Texture Painting. New!

[Acrylics/inks/oils. Beginners/improvers]

Texture can take our painting to a whole new level, but mishandled becomes a clumpy mess. Come and find out why less is more, which tools are best and the different and sometimes surprising materials that can be used. Many cost pence or are free. You may never look at some items the same again! Again, our favourite coffee painting will make an appearance!

Whether your style is figurative or abstract, there’s room to add distance, interesting texture passages and focal points. With mini demonstrations and examples, there will be a lot to explore before we return to a dried texture paste canvas for a final painting. Are you up for some experimenting?!!

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30 £67

MITCH BENN - THE POINT

What it might be, how we can miss it and how we can find it again…

Like all those who spread mirth for a living, MITCH BENN ("the country's leading musical satirist" - The Times) has been wondering if he's really making a difference, and if there is - yes - a POINT to what he - or anybody - is doing.

Well the good news is he's had a long hard think about it and he's figured it out, and he's coming back to tell us all what the POINT of comedy - and much else besides - might be…

“Song after song of exquisitely crafted satire” The Scotsman

“Well crafted, well sung, his songs are just plain funny” The Guardian

Mitch Benn is a comedian, author, satirical songwriter, musician and actor and is widely acknowledged as one of the best writers/performers of comedy songs in the UK. He was perhaps best known as the resident comic songwriter on BBC Radio 4’s The Now Show from 1999 to 2016.

Tickets £18.00. 2hrs tbc

Sat 29 March - Intro to Puerto Rican Bomba

11am to 1pm

A Puerto Rican rhythm rooted in the island's history of African Slavery. This music became symbolic of the Puerto Rican identity and can be traced back to its African heritage. Traditionally played on barrel shaped drums, we will play a mixture of congas and Ghanaian kpanlogos as well. Each tuned slightly differently to create a rhythmic melody. This is an upbeat, lively and accessible rhythm. There will also be a range of percussion and bass drums to complete a fully uplifting sound that will leave you energised and full of beans! No experience necessary! Starting from scratch, you will learn basic fundamental techniques which will have you grooving in no time. All sessions come with access to digital resources and a recording of our final piece.

Big beats, Big breaks and lots of laughs.

Come and have some fun with us!

£15.00 per session. Book 3 sessions for £12.50 each!

Poetry Open Mic – Saturday 29th March – 5.45pm  

No advance booking – first come, first served.

A chance to present your latest and finest to a friendly festival audience. Specially welcome will be poets who are visiting Teignmouth from elsewhere. Precise format and length of reading slots will depend upon numbers taking part.  

MC Marc Woodward

Free event

Unassign seating

1hr

 An Evening of Poetry with Raymond Antrobus

Saturday 29th March - 8pm    

Raymond Antrobus MBE FRSL is a British poet, educator and writer, who has been performing poetry since 2007. In March 2019, he won the Ted Hughes Award for new work in poetry. In May 2019, Antrobus became the first poet to win the Rathbones Folio Prize for his collection

The Perseverance, praised by chair of the judges as "an immensely moving book of poetry which uses his deaf experience, bereavement and Jamaican-British heritage to consider the ways we all communicate with each other." Antrobus was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature in 2020

£10.00

Assigned seating

1hr

Billy Elliot The Musical Live (20th Anniversary celebration).

Based on the Academy Award® nominated film, Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London’s West End in 2005.

Set in a northern mining town, against the background of the 1984/85 miners’ strike, Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever.

The original creative team behind the film, including writer Lee Hall (book & lyrics), director Stephen Daldry, and choreographer, Peter Darling, is joined by music legend Elton John (music) to produce a funny, uplifting and spectacular theatrical experience that will stay with you forever.

Tickets - £15.00. 163 mins.

2 April - Painting Joy! Loose flowers by hand.

New! [Acrylics. Beginners/ improvers]

In life there is lots to control, our finances, emotions, the weeds! etc etc; art can give us a place to get lost in an activity, to play, to explore, to relax, to breathe, to think. Joy and happiness tend to occur when we are fully in the moment, really experiencing all we sense. Painting by hand allows us to get involved viscerally with the material, feeling the acrylic slide and blend between our fingers, as we suggest details with the simplest of gestures.

This is not kiddy hand painting, oh no! We have to first learn the basics of composition and where to simplify and blend in subtle shades and where to be more sophisticated in the painting. We'll learn a new language of mark making and finally pulling it all together with finishing details, allowing these gorgeous flowers to emerge as you dance across the canvas. This is expressive art at it’s best: you can follow my demonstration or branch out on your own.

You can get as messy as you like or wear thin rubber gloves as you get stuck in to this enjoyable process. You may want to work in thin layers or thicker impasto. You'll be amazed at what you can achieve with your hands, and if anything goes awry there’s no quicker tool than the hand to correct it!

So whether you want to experience mindfulness painting or practice your ‘Being brave’ looser painting skills, don’t miss this unusual workshop!

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30 £67

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

This explosively funny satire, about a rogue U.S General who triggers a nuclear attack, is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley.

A production from Patrick Myles and David Luff. Based on the motion picture directed by Stanley Kubrick, screenplay by Stanley Kubrick, Terry Southern and Peter George, based on the book 'Red Alert' by Peter George.

Cert TBC / Running Time TBC (approx 3hrs)

Tickets: £16.50, Concessions £15.00

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Try the fun craft of macrame and create a pot holder for your home, perfect for plants, pens or utensils.

You will use recycled cotton cord to make your pot holder and there will be a variety of cord colours to choose from.

All equipment and materials, including your pot will be provided, so the workshop is perfect for beginners.

11.00am to 1.30pm

£30.00 per person

Please note - there is a booking fee, per transaction - £1 online or by telephone or 50p in person at the Box Office.

Captivating Energy & Authentic Tribute to Blondie’s Iconic Sound -

Bottled Blondie Tribute Band is dedicated to honouring and paying tribute to the iconic American rock band Blondie. Known for their energetic live performances and authentic renditions of Blondie’s greatest hits, the tribute band has gained a loyal following and established themselves as one of the premier tribute acts in the UK.

The band’s instrumentalists skilfully recreate the energetic and eclectic sound of Blondie, infusing their own passion and flair into each song. The members of Bottled Blondie are some of the best the country has to offer having worked together and collectively for many overseas clients all over the world from east to west.

Blondie Tribute Band’s repertoire includes all of Blondie’s greatest hits, including “Heart of Glass,” “Call Me,” “One Way or Another,” “Rapture,” and many others. They faithfully recreate many of the original live arrangements and capture the infectious energy that made Blondie a ground breaking force in the music industry.

Formed in 2016 by Stephen and Maria Brown, the Blondie Tribute Band consists of a group of talented musicians and performers who share a deep admiration for Blondie’s music and artistic vision. Each member of the tribute band possesses exceptional skill and expertise in their respective roles, meticulously recreating the sound and spirit of Blondie’s original lineup.

Tickets - £18.50.   140 mins.

Sat 5 April - Intro to Afro-American Rhythms

11am to 1pm

Come and get your funky groove on! In this workshop, you’ll learn to play a funky New Orleans Second-Line rhythm based on the cultural heritage of the African diaspora to the USA. These rhythms are upbeat, lively and played on a wide range of instruments including snares, congas, djembes and bass drums. Once you start, you won’t be able to stop. No experience necessary, just be prepared for some seriously funky rhythms. All sessions come with access to digital resources and a recording of our final piece.

Big beats, Big breaks and lots of laughs.

Come and have some fun with us!

£15.00 per session. Book 3 sessions for £12.50 each!

The Royal Opera - TURANDOT

[Revival]

Puccini’s captivating opera of a cold-hearted princess and her mysterious suitor. Featuring the ever-popular ‘Nessun dorma’, this opera of love and revenge is brought to life in a dazzling production.

The beautiful but icy Princess Turandot will only marry a man who can correctly answer three riddles. Those who fail are brutally beheaded. But when an unknown prince arrives, the balance of power in Turandot’s court is forever shaken, as the mysterious stranger does what no other has been able to.

Running time 205 mins / Two intervals / Sung in Italian with English subtitles.

Tickets - £16.50 or concessions £15.00. Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.

Cast:

PRINCESS TURANDOT Sondra Radvanovsky

CALAF SeokJong Baek

LIÙ Anna Princeva

TIMUR Adam Palka

PING Hansung Yoo

PANG Aled Hall

PONG Michael Gibson

EMPEROR ALTOUM Paul Hopwood

MANDARIN Ossian Huskinson

ORCHESTRA Orchestra of the Royal Opera House

CONCERT MASTER Sergey Levitin

CHORUS DIRECTOR William Spaulding

CHORUS Royal Opera Chorus

Creatives:

DIRECTOR Andrei Șerban

CONDUCTOR Rafael Payare

LIBRETTO Giuseppe Adami and Renato Simoni

MUSIC Giacomo Puccini

DESIGNER Sally Jacobs

LIGHTING DESIGNER F. Mitchell Dana

CHOREOGRAPHER Kate Flatt

"Roll Up, Roll Up for the Amazing Squirrel Circus!" 2D stop motion animation workshop,

Monday 7th April 10.30am-12.30pm.

The Amazing Squirrel Circus is coming to town! Join Claire Evans from Small World Animations and make your own 2D cutout clown, acrobat, tightrope-walking  or even fire-eating squirrel, then animate it to do extraordinary stunts and tricks!

Price £15 per child.  

Suitable for ages 5-11 years - (All children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult).

12 places

Wednesday 9th & 16th am - Family Drumming

11am to 12.30pm

Easter Holiday drumming fun-times for the whole family! Join us for a rhythmic adventure the whole family will love.

Explore the joy of West African drumming together in our family-friendly workshop. This hands-on session promises fun, laughter, and plenty of beats to groove to. Through rhythm games and call and response, we will develop the most infectious groove between us.

No experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to make music memories with your loved ones.

£15.00 for 1 adult & 1 child.

£5.00 for each extra child.

Mrs Holly Frost lives with her goose keeping an eye on the world below.

When she bakes the sun shines, when she hangs up her washing it rains and when she shakes out her bedding soft feathery snowflakes fall, covering the earth in a blanket of snow.

Poor little Sonia has been sent out in the blizzard to look for strawberries.

She has no hat, no coat and she can hear the wolves getting closer.

Hers is an adventure through the seasons from crisp white paper pages to bright colourful pop-up scenes in a show about the changes in the seasons, unseasonal weather patterns, overcoming adversity and the transformative power of kindness.

Tickets - £10.00

Floyd in the Flesh - The Darkside of the Moon & Greatest Hits

From the psychedelic '60s through to the polished delivery of their later work, Floyd in the Flesh are deeply passionate about the music of Pink Floyd and pride themselves on delivering an authentic sound and show every time. For 2023, they bring "The Dark Side Of The Moon" to the stage, as well as a wealth of greatest hits and fan favourites, in a show which is a complete experience for all the senses. Featuring some of the country’s most talented musicians, a spellbinding light and laser show, and authentic projections on that iconic circular screen, this is the show Pink Floyd fans won't want to miss!

Tickets: £25.00

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

Join the Celebration of André Rieu's 75th Birthday!

Get ready for an unforgettable boat party as the King of the Waltz himself invites you to sail through the charming canals of his beloved hometown, Maastricht, alongside the talented Johann Strauss Orchestra!

This brand-new cinematic experience, "The Dream Continues," honours André's childhood aspiration of forming his own orchestra and sharing the magic of music with the world. Dive into a mesmerizing collection of André's favourite and most breathtaking performances from across the globe, as well as some of the most cherished moments he and his orchestra have created over the decades.

For the first time ever, many of these incredible concerts will grace the big screen, making this a truly special occasion. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to relive iconic André classics and celebrate his 75th birthday in style! Grab your friends and come aboard for a joyful cinematic adventure at your local theatre!

Tickets: £15.00

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

14 April - Joy of Watercolour- Adding Figures & story

1of 4  [Beginners and Beyond]

Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme. The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

 Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-1pm £33 or £124 for series of 4

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

14 April - Adventures in Acrylics – Adding figures & story

1of 4 [Beginners and Beyond]

Starting with an easy warm-up and introduction/recap of a basic skill needed for the subject, we will practice and produce small pictures in a small, friendly group. Improvers will be supported to push their skills further or they may want to jump straight into a larger painting, dipping into demonstrations as they fancy. Students often say the time goes too fast! if you wish spending longer on a painting, you may like to book am & pm, working in your chosen medium. These courses are packed with tips, light hearted and considered good value, ideal for beginners and improvers alike to practice the cornerstone skills with a particular theme. The series allows you to build on your success at a discount.

*If you want to ‘try before you buy’ this medium, a basic starter kit can be supplied/leant for £5 cash on the day. This must be prebooked with the box office to allow us time to gather.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

2.15 - 4.45pm

£33 or £124 for series of 4

Please note there is a booking fee per transaction. £1.00 online or by telephone, 50p at the box office.

23 April - Wonderful Wet–in-wet Faces.

New!  [Watercolour/fluid media. Beginners/improvers]  

Faces and portraits continue throughout art to inspire us, they connect us to who we are, capture beauty and history and allow us to flex our creative muscles as we find our own way of portraying features and that which makes us,us.

Reminding ourselves of the general proportions of a face and the specifics to watch out for, we can then have fun letting the wet-in–wet paint or ink swirl and gather, pool and bloom as we encourage the ‘happy accidents’ others avoid. Resulting in beautiful, vibrant, sometimes edgy, unique images that owe a nod to Roger Dean [of Yes songs covers] who Liana studied briefly with at Bath Art gallery.

This, as they say, is something completely different and has a lot of scope for personal interpretation and style. Come and add to your skills repertoire with this fascinating approach to faces.

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30   £67

Beginners Photography.

5 Week course.

Thursdays from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Starts Thursday 24th April 2025

£75.00

This 5-session course will help you to get to grips with your camera and improve your photographic technique.  With classroom-based theory and practical shooting time you will learn how to photograph out of Automatic Mode.

Camera needed- A digital camera with manual settings. (M, TV, AV, OR M, S, A On the top mode dial).

Experience Level - complete beginner or anyone who wants to refresh their knowledge of the basic camera settings and get the most from their camera whilst being creative and out of automatic mode.

These sessions will have plenty of practical experiments as generally we learn best this way.

You also get worksheets to support your learning and homework tasks for you to complete in your own time. You will be invited to access our training group on Facebook too.

"What a fantastic course, thank you Gemma. You are such a patient lady, I learnt everything I was hoping to. I highly recommend your course and as soon as I am confident with everything you have given me to work on, I will be back to do your follow-up course."

Thursday evenings 7pm to 9pm from 24th April to 22nd May 2025.

£75 for the course - please note there is a booking fee, per transaction - £1 online or by telephone, 50p in person at the Box Office.

Come and relive the decadent Parisian jazz scene of the 1930s with The Transatlantic Hot Club on the Teignmouth leg of their 2025 UK tour!

The Transatlantic Hot Club was formed by Ben Creighton Griffiths (Harp) and Adrien Chevalier (Violin).

They met in 2013 whilst both performing at ‘Journées de la Harpe’ - a harp festival in the French Caribbean islands of Martinique, Guyane, Guadeloupe, St Anne, and St Lucia. The following year they began an annual tradition of performing in Cardiff and have been expanding this ever since. They adopted the Transatlantic Hot Club name for their 2019 shows and beyond.

Tickets - £18.00.   130 mins.

30 April - Unique & Meaningful Painting with Asemic writing.

New! [Mixed media. Beginners/improvers]

Are you ready for something new? Come and discover what Asemic art is and isn’t and how you can ‘paint’ with it or use it as an embellishment to personalise your art and add hidden meaning.

Imagine a portrait created out of compliments, a poem swirled into a tree, a favourite quotation hidden within a painting that only you know, or a design for an intriguing tattoo. The opportunities for Asemic writing are endless and can be produced in many ways from a stencil, to biros, to acrylic pens to piping. It can simply add style and form or elevate your paintings with secret meanings that only you know.

This technique is only limited by your imagination!  Come and discover....

Please see materials list below in good time!

Please book early to avoid disappointment and help us plan. Thankyou!

All students are invited to join Liana’s free Artist’s Circle.

Past students say ’fun, clearly taught and packed with value’.

10.30-4.30  £67

That Knave Raleigh - presented by Dyad Productions.

LIVE on Stage! Following their five-star show, I, Elizabeth, the award-winning Dyad Productions (A Christmas Carol, Lady Susan, A Room of One’s Own, Christmas Gothic, Austen’s Women, Female Gothic) return to the Elizabethan era. To the famous and fabulous Elizabethan explorer, sailor, dandy, and warrior, Sir Walter Raleigh. Elizabeth I’s favourite and James I’s knave.

This is a journey through the astonishing highs and lows of one of Britain’s most famous men from history. But there’s so much you don’t know...

Father, husband, writer, poet, adventurer, philosopher, soldier, tyrant, egotist, lover, traitor, alchemist, visionary, victim.

In a life spanning around 65 years, Sir Walter Raleigh achieved more than others might do in a hundred lifetimes. Over a decade in the tower and still he held power. The Huguenots, America, The Armada and execution. Is that the whole story? The final chapter of Raleigh’s life is perhaps the most daring, strange and utterly heart-breaking.

See the fall from grace taken directly from historical record, marvel at the magnetism of a man who seized every opportunity to create a legacy which spans the centuries and at every wrenching, exalting and personal moment, you will be witnesses.

Written and performed by Andrew Margerison (A Christmas Carol, Frantic Assembly’s Fatherland, Macbeth), and directed by Rebecca Vaughan (A Christmas Carol).

Tickets - £17.00.  90 mins tbc

Aynsley Lister returns to Teignmouth !!

Tickets - £20.50.

Moments of Pleasure - The Kate Bush tribute band, returns to Teignmouth.

See the tribute band that everyone is talking about - Moments Of Pleasure are considered by many to be the next best thing to listening to Kate Bush herself!

This 5 piece band features the amazing vocals of Lisa-Marie Walters, as seen on BBC, ITV and heard on BBC 5 and various BBC regional stations.

Far from being about gimmicks, they perform the songs of Kate Bush accurately and affectionately and with stunning authenticity, capturing the tone and emotion of Kate's songs perfectly.

The performance will contain many of the Kate Bush singles such as Running Up That Hill, Wuthering Heights, Hounds of Love, Babooshka, Wow and Cloudbusting together with popular tracks from albums such as The Kick Inside, Lionheart, Never For Ever, The Dreaming and Hounds Of Love.

This is an event that no Kate Bush fan will want to miss.

Tickets - £20.00.

The Ugly Duckling

By Hans Christian Anderson (Adapted by Rob Ashman & Matthew Hart)

Float downstream with the Story Man, in Sea Legs Puppet Theatre’s gentle, musical adaptation of Hans Christian Anderson’s classic tale of belonging and identity.

Meet a host of colourful characters, as they run the troubled duckling out of the farmyard into a cold, lonely wilderness. Journey through the seasons as the hapless creature finds his way in a hostile world.

But do not worry! In a grand musical finale to melt even the coldest of hearts, a happy ending awaits our humble hero.

Set on the banks of a magical river, brilliant storytelling, fantastic puppets and a delightful new musical score make this a must see show for little ones and their families.

Recommended ages – families/ children age 3+

Running time: 45 minutes + 15 minutes “Meet the Puppets”

Tickets - £8.00.

The Royal Opera - DIE WALKÜRE

[New Production)

Gods and mortals battle in the second chapter of Wagner’s Ring cycle. Conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky reunite to continue the mythical adventure that began with Das Rheingold in 2023.

Long Summary:

On a stormy night, fate brings two strangers together, unleashing a love with the power to end worlds. Meanwhile, in the realm of the gods, an epic battle ensues between their ruler Wotan and his rebellious daughter, Brünnhilde.

Tickets - £16.50 or concessions £15.00. Booking fee per transaction - £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.

Running time and Intervals tbc. Sung in German with English subtitles.

Cast:

WOTAN Christopher Maltman

BRÜNNHILDE Elisabet Strid

SIEGLINDE Lise Davidsen

SIEGMUND Stanislas de Barbeyrac

HUNDING Soloman Howard

FRICKA Marina Prudenskaya

HELMWIGE Maida Hundeling

ORTLINDE Katie Lowe

GERHILDE Lee Bisset

WALTRAUTE Claire Barnett-Jones

SIEGRUNE Catherine Carby

ROSSWEISSE Alison Kettlewell

GRIMGERDE Monika-Evelin Liiv

SCHWERTLEITE Rhonda Browne

Creatives:

DIRECTOR Barrie Kosky

CONDUCTOR Antonio Pappano

MUSIC Richard Wagner

LIBRETTO Richard Wagner

SET DESIGNER Rufus Didwiszus

Neil Sands - Land of Hope and Glory.

Neil Sands and his wonderful cast are back with a new production for 2025 of their most popular patriotic show Land of Hope & Glory, celebrating The Best of British Entertainment and especially produced to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the end of The Second World War. VE Day 80.

This patriotic and nostalgic afternoon is filled with marvellous and memorable songs, including a rousing selection from Last Night of The Proms, Old Time Sing-alongs, Great British Show Tunes, and ever popular favourites from the 40s 50s & 60s.

This promises to be their biggest and most spectacular patriotic production ever. Over two hours of timeless nostalgia, with sensational voices, more than 50 stunning costume changes, including a spectacular 1940’s style VE Day party with enough bunting, flags and fun to light up the brightest stage, followed by flag waving finale in a heartwarming tribute to the veterans of the armed forces.

Tickets - £16.00, concessions £15.00.

The Royal Ballet

BALLET TO BROADWAY: WHEELDON WORKS

[Mixed Programme; 1 Revival, 3 New Productions)

Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works.

Fool’s Paradise, The Two of Us, Us, An American in Paris: four works showing the remarkable choreographic range of The Royal Ballet's Artistic Associate, Christopher Wheeldon.

FOOL’S PARADISE

Luminescent and shimmering, Fool’s Paradise marked the first of Wheeldon’s many collaborations with composer Joby Talbot. It was created in 2007 for Wheeldon’s own company, Morphoses, and first performed in 2012 by The Royal Ballet.

THE TWO OF US

The wistful songs of Joni Mitchell set the scene for the UK premiere of The Two of Us, a duet of deep intimacy and yearning. It was created in 2020 for the Fall for Dance Festival in New York, and had American ballet dancers Sarah Mearns and David Hallberg in its original cast.

US (DUET)

Us is a tender duet danced by two men. It was created in 2017 for BalletBoyz and is set to Keaten Henson’s music.

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS (BALLET)

The Royal Ballet celebrates Wheeldon’s extraordinary success in musical theatre by performing the ballet scene from his Tony Award-winning musical An American in Paris. Set to Gershwin’s jazzy melodies, the musical is inspired by the 1951 film of the same name starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron. The musical went on to win four Tony awards. The full musical depicts a blossoming romance between the American G.I. Jerry Mulligan and a French ballerina, Lise Dassin. The ballet excerpt was

Wheeldon’s take on one of the most memorable scenes from the film – an extended sequence in which the two central characters dance through Paris.

Running time & Intervals tbc.

Tickets - £16.50 and concessions £15.00.  

Booking fee per transaction - - £1 on telephone & internet sales, 50p at the Box Office.

Creatives:

CHOREOGRAPHY Christopher Wheeldon

CONDUCTOR Koen Kessels

ORCHESTRA Orchestra of the Royal Opera House

MUSIC: Joby Talbot, Joni Mitchell, Keaton Henson, George Gershwhin.

Michelangelo - Love & Death

Directed by David Bickerstaff – Produced by Phil Grabsky

The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant? Michelangelo’s genius is evident in everything he touched. Beautiful and diverse works such as the towering statue of David, the moving Pietà in the Papal Basilica of St. Peter and his tour-de-force, the Sistine Chapel ceiling, still leave us breathless today.

Spanning his 88 years, Michelangelo - Love and Death takes a cinematic journey through the print and drawing rooms of Europe through the great chapels and museums of Florence, Rome and the Vatican to seek out a deeper understanding of this legendary figure’s tempestuous life, his relationship with his contemporaries and his incredible legacy.

Through expert commentary, stunning visuals and Michelangelo’s own words, this film takes a fresh look at a master artist whose life and genius are celebrated in every mark he made. Returning to cinemas in 2025 to celebrate this iconic artist’s 550th birthday.

Sculptor, painter, architect, poet, genius - discover why Michelangelo is without a doubt one of the greatest artists of all time.

Tickets £15.00.  Cert tbc.  Running time 90 mins.

Critically acclaimed as one of the world’s greatest tribute shows, Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years continues to delight audiences across the globe. Featuring stunning vocal harmonies from world-class musicians, this spectacular concert transports you on a journey through the epic songs and history of the much-loved Simon and Garfunkel.

“One of the greatest tribute shows anywhere in the world”

Stuart Cameron, BBC and ITV Broadcaster

The show is a celebration of the unprecedented rise to fame of two boys from Queens, New York, who went on to become the most successful folk-rock duo of the 1960s, selling 38 million albums in the US alone, and receiving 10 Grammy Awards. In 1981, they performed to over half a million people in their hometown of New York, and in 1990 were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

​Collectively known as Bookends, Dan Haynes and Pete Richards have been fronting Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years since its creation in 2011. Much like their idols, they became friends at school and could not resist singing together from a tender age.

Alongside stops in London’s West End, the show has toured extensively around the UK, Europe, United States and Australia, attracting packed houses night after night. With consecutive sell-out runs since 2014 at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, they are championed as "one of the best vocal groups touring today", whose sounds are ‘’simply breathtaking’’.

Featuring all the major hits such as The Sound of Silence, Mrs Robinson, The Boxer and the iconic Bridge Over Troubled, don’t miss out on this unmissable show.

“A real masterpiece”

BBC Radio

The Classic Rock American Highway Show.

Join us on a journey back in time to the golden era of American 'west coast' music, where the sun-kissed melodies and laid-back vibes were the soundtrack of a generation.

Imagine all your favourite American bands from the 70’s, 80’s playing a music festival, The Eagle’s, Doobie Brothers, Boz Scaggs, Bruce Springsteen, The Byrds, John Mellencamp, The Steve Miller Band, Don Henley, Jackson Browne, Neil Young, Tom Petty  and a host of others.

With the AMERICAN HIGHWAY Tribute show… you can.

We’ll travel back through some great classic American rock music from some of the best decades in popular music.

Join us as we travel across a musical map of the US – we’ll be driving  ‘state to state’ as we venture onto…. THE AMERICAN HIGHWAY.

£22.00.   130 mins.    

Calling all Abba fans!! Following sell out shows in 2023 & 2024, the Abba experience with Take A Chance On Us Abba Tribute UK returns to Pavilions Teignmouth!!

 Book early to avoid disappointment!!

Appealing to all age groups and bringing you the music of one of the most successful bands of all time .. “TAKE A CHANCE ON US!” is a fantastic fully live Abba tribute show. The Abba story never seems to lose its popularity and just keeps growing. If you can’t see the real thing then you can still experience the wonderful songs of Abba fantastically recreated in this fully live show. The show contains Six piece band, voiceovers, costume changes, choreographed dance routines, and light show, projection(where possible) and so much more.

The band members encourage lots of audience participation and of course it includes all the well known iconic and favourite Abba Hits! So put on those platform boots and funky suits, or just a boa!! and join us for a night of ABBA madness! . The performers bring energy and fun to the stage and a few surprises! that will ensure you will have a fantastic night to remember. This massively popular show has been selling out regularly, with the band members wonderful personalities, and fantastic musicianship, you’ll be glad you “ Took A Chance On Us!!!

Perfect for celebrations or just a great night out!! BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE !!

This is a tribute show and is no way affiliated with any original artists estates/management companies or similar shows.

Tickets £25.00

Booking fee per transaction £1 online or by telephone or 50p at the Box Office

FROM GOLD TO RIO -

THE GREATEST HITS OF SPANDAU BALLET & DURAN DURAN

Two of the UK's most iconic bands will be brought to life in one power packed show!

With over 20 top 10 hits the show will feature 2 hours of non-stop classics including Gold, Rio, True, The Reflex, to name a few, guaranteed to leave the audience shouting for more!

So, if you’re a Duranie, a Spandie, a Wild Boy or a Soul Boy, then this is something you don’t want to miss!

£22.50.