Your guide to What's On this week
THEATRE
Cinderella
Exeter Corn Exchange
Kickline Theatre present Cinderella, the ultimate dreams-come-true story. The show runs until 5 January and stars Daniel Page and Alicia Agneson. www.exeter.gov.uk/cinderella
The Extraordinary Adventures of Mr Benn
Northcott Theatre, Exeter
As if by magic, the shopkeeper appeared... Tall Stories present The Extraordinary Adventures of Mr Benn, full of catchy songs and astounding magic – for all ages... old friends of Mr Benn and new adventurers alike... The show runs until 4 January and tickets are £12 www.exeternorthcott.co.uk
Dick Whittington
Barnfield Theatre
Join Dick Whittington and his faithful feline friend Tommy on their quest to seek fame and fortune in the city of London, where the streets are paved with gold and the evil King Rat dwells. Dick dreams of being Lord Mayor of London. However, he is going to need all the help he can get to prove his innocence to win back the love of the beautiful Alice, and triumph over King Rat and his rancid rat pack. The show runs until 4 January. Tickets: £12.50 adults, £10.50 under 16s. www.barnfieldtheatre.org.uk
Treasure Island
Exeter Phoenix
It is 1953 and wartime sugar rationing has finally ended. Jess Hawkins and her gang, dreaming of humbugs, gobstoppers and pineapple chunks, slip into old Mr Jenks’ garden, just like they do every afternoon after school. Jenks has never caught them… not until today that is. Only for adventurers age 5 and over, this show runs until 4 January. Tickets: £10/£7. www.exeterphoenix.org.uk
Cinderella
Exmouth Pavilion
A classic rags to riches love story, this is one of the best loved magical pantomimes of all time. It’s running the Pavilion until 5 January. For performance times and tickets visit www.ledtickets.co.uk
Aladdin
Manor Pavilion, Sidmouth
A traditional family pantomime featuring all the well loved characters from this classic fairy tale of adventure set in far way China. Tickets: £11, £5.50 under 16s. Box office: 01395 514413. For performance times visit www.manorpavilion.com
NEW YEAR'S EVE MUSIC
Funkadelic Disco New Year's Eve Party
7pm, Mama Stone’s, Mary Arches Street, Exeter
In true Mama Stone’s style, this year’s all night party will feature Funkcadelic Disco favourites played by the famous Mama Stones House Band. The evening will feature the fabulous Soulman Coleman and the talented Adam Moran on Vocals. Either fancy dress – dDisco theme of course! For those of you that prefer the traditional approach, Black tie is fine, either way dress to impress. Tickets £25. 01392 848485.
New Year's Eve at Timepiece
9pm, Timepiece, Castle Street, Exeter
Countdown the last few hours of 2013 with fivee decades of classic party anthems over three floors. Balloon drop at midnight. Fancy dress welcome. Doors: 9pm, £5. www.timepiecenightclub.co.uk
New Year's Eve at Arena
10pm, Arena Nightclub, Summerland Street, Exeter
Resident DJs will be pumping up the dancefloor, as they play the biggest tunes including House, R'n'B, Pop and your favourite classics and with lots of free giveaways during the night this really is a night not to be missed! Drink offers before midnight. Click here for more information.
The NYE Spectacula Fantastica
8pm, Exeter Phoenix
Roll up, roll up this New Year’s Eve for dress-up and merriment in an eclectic array of themed rooms. Explore and enjoy the ‘Big Top’ (with Circus Stage), a Secret Speakeasy Cabaret, and a 50′s swing-dance party. Be dazzled by live music and DJs as they get the party started. Marvel at our walk around acts, entertainers and performers. Surprises around every corner, welcome in the new year with aplomb! Dress to whichever theme takes your fancy and let the fun begin… 8pm-4am. Tickets: £20 in advance, £25 on the door. Click here for more information.
New Year's Eve party with Get Cape
8pm, Cavern Club, Queen Street, Exeter
Great party with guests Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly. Sean McGowan and friends opening up a night of the best in indie. After the bands, see in the New Year with DJs Jake, Johnny and special guests. 8pm-3am, over 18s. Tickets £10. Free cocktails on entry. Click here for more information.
The Cellar Door, The Revelry and JamTheChannel present NYE 2013/14
8pm, The Cellar Door and The Revelry, 4 The Quay, Exeter
Head on down to the riverside this New Year's Eve for what is shaping up to be one of Exeter's wildest parties. With three live bands and DJs in The Rev and the infamous JamTheChannel crew hosting The Cellar Door you're in for some serious party vibes. Tickets: £5 available here.
The Kings Arms, Cowick Street, Exeter: New Heroes, 9.30pm, free.
On the Waterfront, Exeter Quay: Jimmy Ireland and Joshua Sargeant, 8pm, free.
Prospect Inn, Exeter Quay: Spaced Invaders, 9pm, free.
The Halfway Inn, Aylesbeare: Adam Sweet, 9.45pm, free.
The Sorry Head, Blackboy Road, Exeter: New Year’s Eve Jam, 9pm, free.
The Village Inn, Exwick, Exeter: The Usual Suspects, 9pm, free.
The Royal Oak, Heavitree, Exeter: Shovelhead, 9pm, free.
Heart of Oak, Pinhoe, Exeter: Reckless, 9pm, free.
The Thirsty Farmer, Whimple: Stiletto, 9pm, free.
Bicton Inn, Exmouth: Martin Weller, 10pm, free.
The Grapevine, Exmouth: Vanity, 9pm, free.
Lamb & Flag Inn, Ottery St Mary: Barnaby, 9.30pm, free.
The Kings Arms, Ottery St Mary: John de Barra, 9pm, free.
Black Horse Inn, Sidmouth: Electric Landlady, 9.30pm, free.
Potters Bar, Crediton: Better Luck Next Time (UK), 10pm, free.
EVENTS
New Year's Day horse racing
Exeter Racecourse
New Year’s Day on Haldon Hill is a great Devon tradition and folk from far and wide gather at the racecourse to toast the first day of the year. It’s the perfect day out for anyone who is new to racing with a great atmosphere guaranteed. The first race is at 12.40pm. Tickets £10-£20. Tickets are available from the online box office or via the ticket hotline on 08445 793005. A free bus leaves Exeter St David’s at 11am and the Bus & Coach Station 11.15am, returning half an hour after the last race.
Curious About Exeter?
Northernhay Gardens, Exeter
Until 31 December: Have fun discovering Exeter with two self-guided, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Find answers to clues and match pictures whilst reading stories about this fabulous city – whether you're a resident or just visiting, you’re guaranteed to spot things you’ve never noticed before. Click here for details.
Portland Street Advent Project
Portland Street, Exeter
Until 31 December: sfimedia Ltd have turned Portland Street in Exeter into a giant Advent calendar. Each day throughout December one and sometimes two new window displays will be revealed by residents in the street. The very last window is in The Globe facing Portland Street on Christmas Eve. Bring your children and walk down the street to see how everyone has joined together as a community and used their imagination to create seasonal scenes. www.facebook.com/sfimedia
Play station indoor fun
Pecorama, Beer
The fantastic new indoor play area at Pecorama will be open throughout the winter on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 11am-4.30pm. Prices: 1-3 years £3.50, 4-12 years £5, supervising adults free. For details of opening times over the festive period click here.
Christmas at Killerton
Killerton House, Broadclyst, Exeter
Experience the magic of Christmas as Killerton, National Trust, near Exeter celebrate the festive classic 'A Christmas Carol'. Follow Scrooge on his journey to discover the true meaning of Christmas. Enjoy sparkling displays in the house; wrap up warm for the outdoor Christmas family trail with twinkling lights and willow reindeer. Closed New Year’s Day. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/killerton
EXHIBITIONS
An Artistic Festive Treat
Café at 36, Cowick Street, Exeter
The Cafe at 36 is hosting a pop-up art gallery which has been coordinated by Devon Art Pop - a group of artists collaborating to run pop-up galleries around Devon. All of the original and authentic art work is for sale, and 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Arctic Challenge fund currently being raised by Sue and John, owners of the Cafe, in support of Age UK Exeter. The exhibition runs until 5 January.
Watercolours by Rachel Toll
Boston Tea Party, Queen Street, Exeter
Local watercolour artist, Rachel Toll, is holding an exhibition of her work in Exeter’s Boston Tea Party on Queen Street which is open until 4 January. Inspired by Devon’s beautiful surroundings, Rachel’s watercolours feature the coast and plants that grow here.
Bettina Buck invites Marie Lund
Spacex Gallery, Preston Street, Exeter
This exhibition - Bettina Buck invites Marie Lund - marks the fourth and last in a series of exhibitions where artist Bettina Buck has invited a particular artist and practice into a close dialogue to explore common or shared interests. In different ways the exhibitions circle around notions of duration and change, the fragility and de-familiarisation of materials, and narrative structures. The exhibition runs until 22 February and the gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-5pm. www.spacex.org.uk
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