WHAT’S ON <he arts and culture roundup

27 March – 24 April WHAT’S ON

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Wind in the Willows is on at Canonteign Falls

EXHIBITION & ART WORKSHOPS Until 12 April CHERELLE SAPPLETON: AMONG OTHER THINGS Sappleton’s art focusses on feminist agendas and performance using photographic media; she seeks alternative ways to address the problems she identifies with representing ‘blackness’ and the (female) body as an artist.

Her work is grounded in processes of collage and abstraction, which are used to explore and respond to issues of representation, agency and the materiality of photographic imagery. 7.30pm, Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter; www.exeterphoenix.org.uk Until 10 May OLD SKILLS NEW WAYS A new exhibition at Devon Guild has school children learning traditional wood craft skills with master craftspeople. The students learnt about sustainable woodland management, nature conservation and the important effect of trees and replanting, on climate change. Exhibition is free and open daily, 10am - 5.30pm; Devon Guild of Craftsmen, Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, Devon TQ13 9AF; www.crafts.org.uk

4 April LIFE DRAWING HALF-DAY WORKSHOP Work from a model and learn the principles of life drawing. Perfect for beginners and those returning to drawing. This course covers a

20 I EXETER LIVING I www.mediaclash.co.uk variety of technical and expressive approaches to life drawing. Materials provided. 10.30am to 1pm, £24, Exeter Phoenix, www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

THEATRE COMEDY & DANCE 27 March ROB BECKETT: WALLOP! AKA the Mouth of the South, he’s the funny man off the telly with the Æoppy blonde hair and big teeth and now funny man Rob Beckett is coming to Exeter with his brand-new stand-up show. Laughs aplenty assured. 8pm, Northcott Theatre at The Great Hall; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk 1-4 April EXETER SCOUT AND GANG SHOW 2020 Singing, dancing and sketches from a cast of 80 Cubs, Brownies, Scouts, Guides, Explorers, Rangers and leaders from across Exeter who are swapping camping kit for glamour and glitz. A mix of music, dance and fast-paced comedy, featuring songs from musicals such as The Lord of the Rings and Kinky Boots, as well as hits from American Authors, Ed Sheeran and Nickelback. 7.15 pm with a Saturday matinee at Xm# *IZnfield <PeI\Ze# Š WZ Š! KWnKe[[QWn[# ___bIZnfield\PeI\ZeWZO]S

14 April A SPORK! SPORKTACULAR Another jam-packed evening of spoken-word poetry featuring

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ABOVE: The trio will be singing Bee Gees classics at Exeter Corn Exchange LEFT: Rebecca Loebe will be singing in Topsham BELOW: the Scout and Gang Show will be at Barnfield Theatre

two huge headline acts, Carmina Masoliver and Bohdan Piasescki. plus live music and some of the best spoken-word artists and poets from Exeter and Devon. Expect gutwrenching, fistclenching, tear drenching performances from some of the fiercest, funniest and most fabulous spoken-word stars this side of Taunton. 7.30pm, £5, Exeter Phoenix Auditorium, www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

17 April 80S NIGHT AT EXETER RACECOURSE Tonight we’re gonna party like it’s 1984! Spike up your hair, pull on your shoulder pads, and dance like you just don’t care to Madonna, New Order, Prince, David Bowie, and more.

A seven-race card will have the crowds cheering, then it’s on to the dance Æoor for great music, loud colours, and extreme fashion. First race 4.55pm, last race 7.55pm; pre-booked tickets from £10; www.exeter-racecourse.co.uk

FILM 8 & 12 April EASTER IN ART ) beautifully crafted film exploring the Easter story as depicted in art, from the time of the early Christians to the present day. Shot on location in Jerusalem, the US and throughout Europe, the film explores the different ways artists have

depicted the Easter story through the ages. From the triumphant to the savage, the ethereal to the tactile, some of western civilisation’s greatest artworks focus on this pivotal moment. 6pm 8 April and 1pm 12 April; Studio 74, Exeter Phoenix, www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

16 April DAVID ATTENBOROUGH: A LIFE ON OUR PLANET In his 93 years, Sir David Attenborough has visited every continent on the globe. Now, for the first time he reÆects upon both the defining moments of his lifetime as a naturalist and the devastating changes he has seen. ) powerful first hand account of humanity’s impact on nature and a message of hope for future generations. <he film will be followed by a Q&A with Sir David Attenborough and Sir Michael Palin live from the World Premiere at the Royal Albert Hall. An encore screening is scheduled for 18 April. 7.15pm; £13 or £11 conc.; Studio 74, Exeter Phoenix, www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

13 April DREAM HORSE The true story of a Welsh village who buy and raise a racing horse.With very little money and no experience, the village bartender (played by Toni Collette) convinces her neighbours to chip in their meagre earnings to help raise Dream in the hopes he can compete with the racing elites. The group’s investment pays off as ,ream rises through the ranks with grit and determination and goes on to race in the Welsh Grand National. Picturehouse Cinemas, 51 Bartholomew Street West, Exeter EX4 3AJ; www.picturehouses.co.uk

MUSIC & OPERA 2 April IMPERIAL BEETHOVEN As part of the #Beethoven250 celebrations, this all-Beethoven programme features former Leeds Piano Competition winner, pianist Sunwook Kim, making his professional conducting debut. Kim has established a reputation as one of the finest pianists of his generation, performing with orchestras all over the world.

The Emperor concerto is the largest in scale of all of Beethoven’s piano concertos. An epic tour de force, pitching soloist and orchestra

Sunwook-Kim will be performing at Exeter University © MARCO BORGGREVE

in a musical argument of unprecedented breadth and scale. 7.30pm, Exeter University Great Hall; www.bsolive.com

3 April AN ORCHESTRAL RENDITION OF DR. DRE: 2001 Not your average orchestral event! Accompanied by DJs, singers, and lyricists, one of the UK’s leading orchestras performs a complete rendition of Dr. Dre’s 2001 album, followed by Dre’s west coast classics. Traditional orchestra merges with a modern live hip-hop music event. 7pm - 10pm; £22; standing event at Exeter Phoenix; www.exeterphoenix.org.uk

16 April YOU WIN AGAIN – CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF THE BEE GEES Prepare to experience the distinct sound of one the greatest bands to have ever graced the stage in this unforgettable concert spectacular. Immerse yourself in the brothers’ music through the sixties, seventies and eighties, including hits they wrote for artists such as Celine Dion, Diana Ross and Dolly Parton. 8pm Exeter Corn Exchange, Market St; www.entertainers.co.uk

17 April US SINGER SONGWRITER REBECCA LOEBE :emember her from the first series of The Voice? Hailing from Atlanta Georgia, award-winning Americana singer-songwriter Rebecca Loebe marries elements of folk, pop, rock, blues and jazz. 7.30pm, St Matthews Hall, Fore Street, Topsham, Exeter, EX3 0HF; www.wegottickets.com

CHARITY 24 April EXETER CITY COMMUNITY TRUST SHOPPING EVENT An exclusive, ticketed shopping event outside of normal trading hours at John Lewis. All proceeds from ticket sales will be going to the Exeter City Community Trust, Exeter’s largest health and wellbeing charity. Features style talks from John Lewis fashion and home design stylists, live demonstrations of the latest Google home tech products and the latest 6espresso coffee machines. *eauty houses such as Charlotte Tilbury, Bobbi Brown, Elemis and Sisely, showcase their newest products. 6.30pm-9pm, John Lewis; tickets £5 from John Lewis & Partners Exeter, Waitrose & Partners Exeter, St James Park Stadium and Exeter City Football Club; www.johnlewis.com

FAMILY EVENTS 28 March-1 September THE GREAT BIG BRICK SAFARI Expect over 80 giant wild animal models made from over 1 million LEGO ® bricks. From a giant gorilla, a jumbo size elephant and a majestic lion, to marvellous macaws, beautiful butterÆies and a cool crocodile, these animals will form the trail for visitors to follow around the zoo. Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon; www.paigntonzoo.org.uk

30 March-3 April EASTER HOLIDAY ADVENTURES One day and week long activity courses and sessions for 5-8 and 8-14 year olds. Courses and activity sessions include improver kayaking and sailing courses, canoeing, rock climbing, climbing wall and powerfan descents, artificial caving, improvised raft-building, archery, team-building, bush craft skills and bell-boating. Early morning drop off and late collection options for busy parents. 8am-6pm; Haven Banks Outdoor Education Centre, Haven Road, Exeter; www.haven-banks.co.uk

31 March LOOKING THE PART Fancy dressing up as a Dartmoor shepherd or an Exonian Roman? Dress up in the style of a bygone era or explore the clothes of different cultures with our selection of costumes. Capture the moment by stepping into the display case, behind the portrait frame and taking a snap. Various times; Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, Queen Street; www.rammuseum.org.uk

4 April WIND IN THE WILLOWS Grand adventures with Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad. Motorcars, the open road, train chases, mischievous weasels and messing about in boats on the river… with stunning handcrafted puppets and an original score performed live, this classic tale is brought to life, capturing the imaginations of audiences both young and old alike. The Barn at Canonteign Falls; 4pm-5.30pm; £10 adult, £8 per child (5-16), under 5s free; www.canonteignfalls.co.uk n

LIBRARY LIFE

EMILY MACAULAY shares the latest from Exeter Library In these uncertain times and if you are wondering how you will cope at home if you’re self-isolating, your library can help. We may not be able to meet all your needs but we can help you access a big range of online books, e-audiobooks and e-magazines? These can all be accessed free of charge, using your library card and PIN (give us a call if you’ve forgotten your number) via apps – Libby, Borrowbox, RB Digital. There’s no late fees either!

Other online library fun includes free access to Naxos, a music catalogue with over 2 million classical tracks and COBRA, a database providing guidance on how to set up a new business. At the time of writing, Exeter Library and all public libraries across Devon, are open and will remain so until Government advice requires otherwise. Keep an eye on our social media channels (Twitter and Facebook) for up to the minute updates.

Links to all the apps and online resources can be found on our website www.devonlibraries.org.uk

Meet the chef

The local food experts chat inspirations, exciting ingredients and current trends

CHARLOTTE VINCENT HEAD CHEF, THE FIVE BELLS INN 01884 277288; www.fivebells.uk.com

Where did you train to be a chef? I trained in the British Army but feel I have learnt way more from experience and working with great chefs.

What are the qualities of a good chef? Patience! We fail more times than we succeed; fall down seven, get up eight is my mentality. Trust.... we have to trust ourselves with decisions every day and know they are going to work. Finally, knowing your own self worth – it takes a special someone to take criticism every day and still come out smiling!

What do you do to stay on current new trends? Social media….. it’s where it drops first! Instagram and good bloggers in the know – you can see what’s on trend, grow and adapt.

Who do you aspire to? No one – I aspire to be a nice person, respectful, decent and hard working. I aspire to let my food do the talking and help inspire the next generation of young Jedi!

What do you consider to be your speciality dish? Vegan food – I’ve discovered an insatiable desire to create vegan everything and I’m not vegan myself. For instance my wild mushroom wellington in vegan pastry and then for dessert, caramelised pineapples with pineapple sorbet and coconut cream.

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LUKE VANDORE-MACKAY HIGH GRANGE DEVON 07814493028; www.highgrangedevon.com

Why did you decide to become a chef? My girlfriend in 2003 wanted to go and work on super yachts in the Mediterranean and it sounded fun, so I wrote a ‘creative’ CV and got a job as a chef on a billionaire’s yacht with no experience of cooking professionally.

What are the qualities of being a good chef? Generosity of spirit and a natural desire to ‘feed’ and ‘people please’. I cook because I want to make people happy eating my food.

What is your favourite recipe? My friend Trish Deseine who is an Irish food writer and TV personality gave me the best recipe ever for a classy chocolate cake. It’s simple, foolproof and easy to commit to memory and has got me out of many a pudding emergency. 200g chocolate, 200g sugar, 200g butter, 5 eggs, 1tbsp plain flour. Melt the chocolate with the butter then add the flour, sugar and eggs and mix. Pour into cake tin and cook for 22 mins at 180.

What type of food excites you most? In terms of what I cook, anything that is seasonal and/or local – especially game, offal and seafood. I’m lucky to live in East Devon near Lyme Regis and the local larder is astonishing.

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