Jekyll and Hyde

Sat 21 NovDoors 19:00

MEAT by James McDermott

Barns · Wingfield

Based on true events, Meat is set in Norfolk, 1742, and tells the story of a tailor condemned for sodomy and murder. Through an intimate and poetic lens, the play explores forbidden desire, secrecy, and the devastating consequences of living outside society’s rules. A haunting reflection on love, identity, and the cost of being seen. Meat by James McDermott is a bold and thought-provoking historical drama that explores identity, desire, and sexuality in rural England. Set in Diss, Norfolk, the play tells the little-known true story of Robert Carleton, a 17th-century tailor and his secret relationship with his apprentice Jon Lincoln. The story takes a dark turn when Jon’s fiancé, Mary, comes for dinner with the two tailors. Through powerful storytelling and poetic language, Meat reimagines Carleton’s experience with heart and humanity challenging audiences to confront the past while reflecting on how far we’ve come, and how far we still have to go.

Theatre

Sat 28 NovDoors 19:00

The Seagull By Anton Chekhov

Barns · Wingfield

"We are all fools in love—and even bigger fools in art." Anton Chekov wrote comedies, bittersweet comedies about our dreams and our human failings. Set on a country estate where everyone is in love with the wrong person and convinced their life is a tragedy, RoughCast’s typically fast-moving production and clear storytelling bring out all the humour and poignancy of Chekov’s enduring and endearing masterpiece.

Theatre

Sat 12 DecDoors 19:30

The Bandemics live band and dancing

Barns · Wingfield

The Bandemics are back after a sellout gig in March… an electric five-piece covers band from the local area bringing their Americana sound to the stage! Expect classic tracks from The Eagles, Tom Petty, Johnny Cash, Hank Williams III, Blackberry Smoke and more — the perfect mix of soulful melodies and country rock energy. They might not call themselves a dance band… but trust us, there’ll be plenty of tunes to get you moving on that Wingfield Barns floor — maybe even a line dance or two!

Gigs

Sat 19 DecDoors 19:00

Christmas Special : Jackie Oates and John Spiers

Barns · Wingfield

Two of the most recognised musicians on the British folk scene today, combine their considerable talents to provide a beautiful and warm evening of the highest calibre music; the perfect antidote to the materialism of the festive season. With their understated brilliance, the duo invite you into their captivating world of English carols, wassails and other historical traditions, festive songs and tunes from the British Isles and far beyond. Concerts include original music and selected covers, and a host of instruments are played - fiddle, melodeon, percussion, recorders and stomp box - creating a richly textured sound. By sharing insights into their own family traditions, the duo provide inspiration for a simpler and wholesome Christmas - one where tradition, family, ritual and celebration are the beating heart. Multi award-winning and hugely influential folk musicians Jackie Oates and John Spiers bring their breadth of experience to this finely matched duo. Jackie (two-time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winner and five-time nominee) is an exquisite singer, expressive fiddler and composer with a string of critically acclaimed albums and reputation as one of our most gifted interpreters of...

GigsFolkBlues

Tue 23 Feb 2027Doors 18:00

Instant Classics: LIVE! With Mary Beard and Charlotte Higgins

Union Chapel · London

Theatre

Tue 23 Feb 2027Doors 19:00

Defying Gravity - West End Women

Pavilion Theatre · Glasgow

Theatre

Tue 23 Feb 2027Doors 19:00

Helen Bain

All Saints Arts Centre · Lewes

Helen Bain will be talking about her debut novel, The Daffodil Days, a reimagining of the poet Sylvia Plath's life in Devon in the early 1960s. Published in 2026 by Bloomsbury Publishing, it was described by the Guardian as 'a virtuoso portrait… an astonishing achievement' and by the Mail on Sunday as 'cleverly quiet… old-fashioned and radical'. Photo credit: Sarah Weal

TheatreLiterature

Fri 26 Feb 2027Doors 09:45

Write Your Novel

Carnegie Library · Portsmouth

This friendly workshop with local author William Sutton will give momentum to your writing. Get a clearer idea of how to move forward. How will you tell your story? Bring a pen and an open mind. (Over a dozen authors have now been published after taking this workshop, and counting.) “Will is great teacher. I found his workshop inspiring. It was pitched at the right level for me when I was in the state of mind where I wasn’t sure if I could call myself a writer. Confidence is everything when you’re writing. His workshop helped me realise that we all have a unique voice that’s never been heard before, but no one will hear it, if you don’t just WRITE." Friday 26th February 10am-12noon: Carnegie Library Write Your Novel with William Sutton

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