Tears of Laughter

Thu 22 OctDoors 19:00

Blue Vanguard Jazz Club

Cygnet Theatre · Exeter

Join Coach York, Al Swainger & Craig Milverton as they jazz with their special guest this month: Ben Cummings. One of the most versatile and sought after trumpeters on the British music scene, Ben Cummings has played and recorded at the highest level in every genre - from New Orleans, vintage, swing and modern jazz, to funk, soul, pop and salsa. His rich, warm tone coupled with dazzling technical ability and harmonic awareness makes him one of the hottest players around. A selection of those he has played and recorded with gives a good idea of this versatility; Caro Emerald, the Puppini Sisters, the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, the Humphrey Lyttelton Band, Kenny Ball and his Jazzmen, NYJO, Jacqui Dankworth, Jamie Cullum, Imelda May, Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, Jimmy James and the Vagabonds, Ali Campbell, Snowboy and the Latin Section, Roberto Plas and his Latin Jazz Ensemble, Bad Manners, Glenn Tilbrook, Gary Kemp and Pete Docherty, as well as numerous appearances on TV and radio. Ben also runs the Ben Cummings Quintet, the Ben Cummings -Craig Milverton Quartet and is currently involved in projects that include Tower Of Power tribute band Kick Ass Brass, street-beat band the Brass...

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Fri 23 OctDoors 19:00

A Cabaret at the End of the World

Cygnet Theatre · Exeter

The Apocolypse has come and gone. Two actors have holed up in and old theatre with the aim of keeping showbiz alive despite the end of days. However, the only bums on seats belong to the cockroaches. And… what’s that – a knock on the stage door? Who is out there? Friend or critic? Can the two old thespians put on a production to impress their visitor? Or will it be their final curtain call?

Theatre

Until Sat 31 Oct6 dates

The Crucible by Arthur Miller

Cygnet Theatre · Exeter

This Halloween, Shake on the Exe presents Arthur Miller’s — a chilling story of fear, suspicion, and mass hysteria. Set in the shadow of the Salem witch trials, our production remains rooted in its traditional world while drawing unsettling parallels to the society we live in today. As accusations spread and neighbours turn on one another, truth becomes dangerous and panic takes control. Dark, atmospheric, and disturbingly relevant, this haunting new production asks: when fear rules a community, who survives? Join us this Halloween season for an unforgettable night of tension, paranoia, and powerful theatre.

Theatre

Sat 21 NovDoors 19:00

The Orchard Cafe By Candlelight:

Cygnet Theatre · Exeter

Alongside performing their favourite contemporary folk arrangements, the musicians will also offer an insight into the Scandinavian tradition of hygge. The evening's programme centres on tunes from Denmark, Norway and Sweden, arranged by the Danish String Quartet, and also includes original music from closer to home. The repertoire features pieces by Exeter based composer Ali Jones. Take the opportunity to sit back, switch off from the digital world, and enjoy the cosy atmosphere. Hot drinks and alcoholic beverages will be available from the Cygnet bar. Bring a blanket for extra cosiness!

Gigs

Sat 23 Jan 2027Doors 13:30

Come & Sing Handel's Coronation Anthems

St Leonard's Church, Streatham · London

Come & Sing with Streatham Choral Handel Coronation Anthems - 13:30 - Registration - 14:00-16:00 - Come & Sing workshop - 16:30-17:00 - Informal performance, at which friends and family are welcome) Join Streatham Choral members for an afternoon of music-making! We will spend the afternoon mastering Handel’s joyful and majestic Coronation Anthems, with invaluable input from our Musical Director, Calum Fraser, and our vocal coach for the day, Mary Fraser. An informal performance will follow, to which you can invite friends and family for no charge. Tickets to take part in the Come & Sing itself are £15, and music will be provided. Tickets are available online, or on the door - until sold out - with any tickets not sold online being placed on the door. Please note that the availability of on the door tickets cannot be guaranteed, and that there is a 10% booking fee (£1.50) for online booking.

GigsClassical

Sat 23 Jan 2027Doors 15:00

An Afternoon of Indie NOTTINGHAM (Over 30s Only), 3pm-7pm

Saltbox · Nottingham

GigsIndie & Alternative

Sat 23 Jan 2027Doors 15:00

The Rock Show | London

Signature Brew Blackhorse Road · London

GigsTributePunk

Sat 23 Jan 2027Doors 18:00

Tango Calor

Falmouth The Tolmen Centre · Constantine

Tango Calor is a collective of musicians with a love for Argentine tango music. Formed by bandoneonist Mirek Salmon in 2016, the group also features guitar virtuoso Daryl Kellie and sensational vocalist Jimi Can. Mirek has performed with BBC orchestras, Welsh National Opera and the Royal Shakespeare Company amongst others. Daryl Kellie has been described by D'Addario strings as "truly stunning" and Jimi Can is a consummate showman who is a key figure from Bristol's burgeoning Afro-Cuban and Flamenco music scenes. Tango Calor has performed up and down the country in arts centres, tango clubs and world music festivals. Appearances include La Linea festival in London, Cheltenham International Tango Festival, Glasto Latino, Cosmo Jazz festival in France, La Ronda in Italy and Jersey Arts Centre. Tango Calor are often called upon to accompany visiting Argentine artists and also collaborate regularly with orchestras to perform the works of Astor Piazzolla. Pre-show meals bookable with Barbara via 01326 340630

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