WHAT’S ON Loads of culture, plus half-term fun for the kids

WHAT’S ON 2 – 30 October

Time to get crafty at Westpoint

EXHIBITIONS/ WORKSHOPS Until 31 December 2020 ‘LOOKING FOR CLUES’ BY TERRY HOWE Put on some sturdy shoes and enjoy the beauty of Terry’s show, a playful yet thought provoking display of conceptual environmental art – indoors and outside. All visits must be pre-booked via website. Devon Sculpture Park, Mamhead Park (South), Exeter, EX6 8HE: www.devonsculpturepark.org

Until Jan 2021 LOCKDOWN LEGENDS A series of photos and stories celebrating local people who have shown particular kindness and courage during the pandemic. Exeter Guildhall, Exeter Library, Barnstaple Library, Exeter Princesshay and online at www.showcase.rammuseum.org.uk

27 October COLLABORATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP Join expert analogue photographers Paul Blakemore and Karen Dews as they guide you through making double exposure prints with your analogue camera. Cameras provided. 11am-3pm; meeting point at Muttersmoor car park, Peak Hill Road, Sidmouth, EX10 0NW; www.thelmahulbert.com

THEATRE COMEDY & DANCE 9-10 October JACK DEAN: GREAT NORTH ROAD Exeter Northcott’s UNLOCKTOBERFEST kicks off with artist Jack Dean who’s creating a narrative based computer game entitled Great North Road. Primarily a theatre-maker and spoken word artist, Jack is developing a new multiplayer platform set on England’s motorways after the apocalypse.

Players must find a way to work together to survive and in doing so, they must ask themselves what kind of character they want to be. 7.30pm (1 hour); Northcott Theatre, Stocker Road, Exeter; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk 14 October RICHARD CHAPPELL DANCE Internationally renowned choreographer Richard Chappell will present a solo performance that will be developed into a full production next year. With electronic music, classical violin and extraordinary dance, this new multi-sensory production explores ritual, rave and the way we connect with each other. 7.30pm (45 mins); Northcott Theatre, Stocker Road, Exeter; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

23, 24 October NORTHCOTT EARLY CAREER ARTISTS AND NEW PRODUCERS: STARTING FROM SCRATCH A chance to see five short new pieces created by local early career artists and produced by new producers part of the Exeter Northcott Futures programme. 7.30pm; Northcott Theatre, Stocker Road, Exeter; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

28 October NORTHCOTT YOUNG COMPANY: UNLOCKED

Always check Covid-19 restrictions and instructions with venues before your visit

Three brand-new pieces of theatre exploring experiences of lockdown, whilst also drawing on similar events from history and literature. Various times; Northcott Theatre, Stocker Road, Exeter; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

OTHER EVENTS 2-4 October THE TWO MOORS FESTIVAL: EXMOOR WEEKEND Expect joyful, uplifting music to soothe the soul from world class classical musicians. The line-up includes Misha Mullov-Abbado and his group and pianist Elisabeth Brauss, who’ll playing plays Scarlatti, Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Chopin. St Andrew’s Church, Wiveliscombe; various times; www.tickets.twomoorsfestival.co.uk

22 October AGILE RABBIT: EMPIRE STRIKES BACK – WHY IMPERIALISM MATTERS How does British history impact today’s relationships with Commonwealth countries? Senior lecturer of history at the University of Exeter Gakendra Singh will be answering this and many

above and left: Friendly dinos and night walks at Canonteign Falls below: According to Arthur from The Paddleboat Theatre Company

more complex, topical questions. 7pm-8pm: Agile Rabbit, Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter, EX4 3LS; www.agile-rabbit.com

22-25 October ICHF EVENTS’ CREATIVE CRAFT SHOW Dive into papercraft, jewellery making and beading demonstrations; stock up on crafters supplies, shop for colourful goodies and get inspired by new and exciting ideas and tips from the experts. A must for the crafters. Tickets must be bought in advance. Exeter Westpoint, Clyst St Mary, Exeter EX5 1DJ; www.ichfevents.co.uk

FAMILY FUN Until 3 Jan 2021 THE GREAT BIG BRICK SAFARI Follow The Great Big Brick Safari Trail around the zoo and marvel at the giant gorilla, jumbo size elephant, majestic lion, marvellous macaws, beautiful butterflies and a cool crocodile – all made from millions of LEGO® pieces. Paignton Zoo, Totnes Road, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 7EU; www.paigntonzoo.org.uk

24 October-1 November HALF TERM ACTIVITIES AT CANONTEIGN FALLS A week of fun including a bat trail, a night walk to Clampitt falls around the Lily Lake – which will be looking all magical and lit up – and a fancy dress Halloween trail. Canonteign Falls, Christow, Near Exeter, EX6 7RH; www.canonteignfalls.co.uk

26-28 October ACCORDING TO ARTHUR Expect an inspirational and heartwarming tale of an old man called Arthur who re-engages with the outside world and the adventurous life he once led. 11am and 2.30pm (45 minute family show); recommended age 3+; Exeter Phoenix, Gandy Street, Exeter EX4 3LS; www.exeterphoenix.org.uk n

BOOK NOW! TREASURE ISLAND In partnership with local comedy troupe Le Navet Bete, Exeter Northcott will stage a version of Treasure Island running from 9 December – 9 January.

Although the theatre’s pantomime has been put on hold, the team have found a way to stage this rib-tickling take on the Treasure Island classic, with social-distancing measures in place. Tickets from £16; www.exeternorthcott.co.uk

LIBRARY LIFE EMILY MACAULAY shares the latest from Exeter Library

Well, what odd times these are. But, we’re back. Hurrah for Exeter Living’s return and we’re excited to be back, too. Exeter Library is open for browsing (we’ve lots of new books on the shelves), PC use (including printing and scanning), WiFi enabled study space, children’s library use AND the yummy independent café in the foyer is open too. Our hours are slightly different but we’re still here seven days a week for you. Monday – Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sundays 12noon – 4pm. Things will look a little different (where doesn’t?!) but the two-metre distancing, one-way system and hand sanitising stations are all in place to help keep everyone safe.

Whilst it is great to have people back in the building, in some ways we never went away. Our e-books, e-magazines, e-newspapers and e-audiobooks were in big demand during lockdown (and remain so). We also moved our events online and have seen some great viewing figures. Catch up on any you missed (highlights include a tour of our “stack” and numerous author events) on our YouTube channel.

Our next live event will be broadcast on the Exeter Library Facebook page at 7pm on Tuesday 6 October when we’ll be chatting to author Natasha Randall about her debut novel, Love Orange. The event is free of charge and will be available to watch again after the event via our YouTube channel.

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