FESTIVE ARTS AND CRAFTS

£ 46.50 | AGE 18+

Create a stylish festive wreath in willow and wool in traditional or contemporary colours.

WILLOW REINDEER WORKSHOP

24 NOVEMBER | 10:30 – 17:00

£ 71.50 | AGE 18+

Learn how to make a willow reindeer and make your own Christmas centrepiece using locally sourced willow.

CHRISTMAS TREES AND SNOWFLAKES FAMILY WORKSHOP

25 NOVEMBER | 10:00 – 15:00

£ FREE | ALL AGES

A drop in family craft workshop with cardboard sculptor James Lake. Create your own 3D mini tree to take home and display. A grown up must attend. Free thanks to Taunton Town Council.

CHRISTMAS CALLIGRAPHY WORKSHOP

1 DECEMBER | 10:30 – 15:30

£ 46.50 | AGE 18+

Enjoy an introduction to the basic elements of design and decoration, giving you new skills to decorate cards, gift tags, and special gifts in the lead up to Christmas.

“A kids show you can count on… enchanting”

FRESH CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP

2 DECEMBER | 13:00 – 16:00

£ 47.50 | AGE 18+

Work with Nicky Heal from Nicky’s Flower Studio to create your own Christmas door wreath using fresh foliage and decoration on a willow wreath. Ticket includes a glass of mulled wine.

EXPLORING 3D FELT VESSELS WORKSHOP

3 DECEMBER | 10:30 – 16:30

£ 71.50 | AGE 18+

Explore colour and surface design possibilities whilst you create mini felted vessels. Complete 2 or 3 vessels to fill with sweets or goodies as presents or decorations.

SEPTEMBER: PIZZA

OCTOBER: CURRY NIGHT

1 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

Europe’s leading Lionel Richie tribute artist, Malcolm Pitt, has a fresh new show on the road. Following his appearances with Lionel Richie himself on ITV’s Sunday Night At The Palladium and the Graham Norton Show for the BBC, Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance.

4 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

A fascinating in conversation event with presenter, writer, media personality and former greengrocer Gregg Wallace. Best known for co-presenting MasterChef, Celebrity MasterChef and MasterChef: The Professionals on BBC1, join us for an engaging evening with one of primetime television’s most loved personalities.

22 SEPTEMBER | 28 OCTOBER | 19:30

Get ready for a riotous evening of stand up featuring some of the UK’s finest comedians.

See the rising stars of comedy before they hit the big time! Each month features a combination of established favourites and future household names. Who will take to the stage next? Book now to find out!

Each month, we pair stand up with street food, making sure you don’t laugh on an empty stomach. Book your pre-show meal with your tickets.

6 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

Forbidden Nights combines superlative circus and acrobatic skills with finely honed physiques. Showcasing stuntorientated routines and explosive choreography, the group featured on Britain’s Got Talent, receiving over 84 million YouTube views on their audition. It remains in the top 10 most watched auditions ever.

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9 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

From London’s West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond.

This is the only show starring the extraordinary Fisher Stevens, undeniably one of the best Neil Diamond impersonators you will ever see! He is joined by a fantastic cast of professional musicians and singers.

BY MIKE LEIGH

In her suburban living room, Beverly prepares for the impending arrival of her guests. She and husband Laurence will play host to neighbours Angela, Tony and Sue. As the alcohol flows and the ‘nibbles’ are handed around, Mike Leigh’s ruthless, achingly funny examination of 1970s British life begins.

A ferocious black comedy and landmark of twentieth century theatre presented by London Classic Theatre.

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9 SEPTEMBER | 19:45

The ballad may be known as Tam Lin, but he’s only a part of it. Exploring untold stories and unsung voices, this is badass border balladry for the old and the new. Part sung, part told, this is a tale of poison, pluck and changing shape.

Corinne Harrigan is a Bristol-based performance storyteller with mixed Irish/ British heritage. She creates original work based on folktales, myths and legends.

14 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

AGE 14+ FRIENDS

Take an exhilarating step back in time to the fabulous 50s and swinging 60s in a musical experience like no other.

From Memphis to the British invasion, celebrate the arrival of rock and roll. Be blown away by The Bluejays in a thrilling, authentic show packed full of iconic classics, vibrant, vintage costumes and colourful staging.

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The award-winning tribute to Shakin’ Stevens, the UK’s biggest selling singles artist of the 1980s, is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good rock and roll. West End star Rebel Dean will guide you through a full audio-visual spectacular with his live band, including rare footage and images which tell the story of the rockin’ Welsh boy.

Felix is uptight and unlucky in love. He’s the mate of honour at his best friend’s wedding - one they’ve been planning since childhood - and he’s going to make sure it’s absolutely perfect. That is, as long as there are no distractions along the way…

Will Jackson, star of Yours Sincerely (“A Rising Comic Star” Attitude Magazine), is touring his new Edinburgh Fringe smash hit.

SEPTEMBER | 19:30

With an unparalleled reputation, for over 50 years the Pasadena Roof Orchestra have been recreating the sounds of a golden era of music. Enjoy beautifully arranged songs from Irving Berlin, Ray Noble, Cole Porter, and their contemporaries, and relive electrifying hot jazz from Fletcher Henderson and Duke Ellington.

22 SEPTEMBER | 19:45

“The perfect 00s rom-com, Richard Curtis can eat his heart out”

Everything Theatre

Three blokes decide to do an epic grand tour of Europe to sample all the forbidden and exploited delights that the continent has to offer. Performed entirely by female actors, follow them on their travels as they revise what they think is right and wrong, challenge their friendship to breaking point, and question their relationship as men to women.

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SEPTEMBER | 19:30

“When Will I See You Again” was a major hit record throughout the world, topping the chart in the USA, UK, Japan, and most European countries, earning The Three Degrees every conceivable accolade. More than five decades on, the trio has retained their precise vocal qualities, and in between, have amassed an impressive list of hit records.

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23 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

Credited as being the UK’s top Phil Collins tribute, the band are fronted by singer Chris O’Connell who brings to the stage the charisma and characteristics of the man who fronted Genesis and has sold 150 million albums in his solo career. This production delivers a two hour high energy show packed full of hits including “In the Air Tonight”, “Another Day in Paradise” and “Sussudio”.

27 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

Stumbling out of their London local and straight onto a UK wide theatre crawl, hoping to not get BARD along the way, Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® go on tour with an all new production. A classic combination of a hacked-to-bits Shakespeare script, half a dozen professional actors and a bucket load of booze!

28 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

This breathtaking show stars some of the finest actor-musicians in the UK and was endorsed as Britain’s most popular Buddy Holly act when the boys guested on BBC One’s The One and Only, hosted by Graham Norton. Expect hits including “That’ll Be the Day”, “Peggy Sue” and “Heartbeat”.

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26 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

TV Personality Julia Bradbury will launch her timely new book, Walk Yourself Happy. Julia tells her story, knowing first-hand the profound impact of nature: it has helped her survive breast cancer, overcome infertility, and continue through failed IVF treatments.

Julia Bradbury is one of the UK’s favourite TV personalities and has an impressive career which has seen her launch three television channels and present numerous significant long term series including Watchdog, Top Gear and Countryfile. Presented, by Waterstones, each ticket includes a copy of the book.

FROM 23.50 MAIN HOUSE TALK ALL AGES

29 SEPTEMBER | 19:45

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29 SEPTEMBER | 20:00

Jo Caulfield is quite simply one of the most consistently funny and creative comics in the country. Hot on the heels of her sell-out Edinburgh Fringe run, Here Comes Trouble is packed with brilliant routines and fantastically embarrassing stories. Audiences can expect razor-sharp observations and scandalous one-liners.

30 SEPTEMBER | 19:30

Based around the exciting dance rhythms of Santana’s Latin music, Oye Santana is no ordinary tribute to Carlos Santana’s music.

More a party than a concert, this is a feast of Latin music, superb musicianship and hit songs, faithfully recreating the music of Santana. They play all the hits including “Smooth”, “Maria Maria”, “She’s Not There” and “Black Magic Woman”.

4 OCTOBER | 19:30

In an ancient, crumbling mansion, two men stumble across a dark and terrifying secret that will change their lives forever.

This gripping adaptation of some of Charles Dickens’ most haunting works, based on his spine-tingling tales of the unexpected, will have you on the edge of your seat.

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5 OCTOBER | 19:30

“Gripping… and fascinating too”

British Theatre Guide

This popular, multi award-winning husband and wife duo exude timeless class with their exquisite brand of traditional and contemporary music. Duos come and duos go… and some nurture and fine tune their art and watch it grow into something totally original and captivating. For over a quarter of a century, Kathryn Roberts and Sean Lakeman’s partnership has proved personal, permanent, and pivotal.

“It’s folk music for the modern age”

The Telegraph, London

6 OCTOBER | 19:30

A stunning live concert performance celebrating the music of Adele, one of our generations’ finest singer-songwriters.

Hand-picked by Adele herself on Graham Norton’s BBC Special, the outstanding Katie Markham leads a super talented six piece band through all your favourite Adele hits.

7 OCTOBER | 19:30

Platinum discs and number one hits: Paul Young has topped the chart on both sides of the Atlantic while winning two BRIT Awards and ten platinum discs.

Now the blue-eyed soul star is back with a new album, beautifully written autobiography and major tour. His intimate show will mix classic hits and remarkable stories as he steps from Behind the Lens

10 OCTOBER | 19:30

After being set a series of mysterious puzzles by an ominous caller, a Professor must fight to save his missing daughter.

Whodunnit? An explosively physical comedy-thriller amongst the spires and sideburns of a 1970s university. “Singin’ in the Rain meets Hitchcock”

Reviews Hub

11 OCTOBER | 20:00

Legendary Canadian superstar with a killer new hour! A show for everyone; from iGens to Millennials, Baby Boomers and beyond.

A master of his craft; he’s wowed sell-out audiences across the UK for the past two decades and remains one of the most compelling, instinctive stand-ups around.

12 OCTOBER | 19:30

World-renowned, multi-award-winning magician and West End star Ben Hart returns to the stage in his most personal show yet. Hart returns with an all-new show rich in colour, passion, and wicked humour, drawn from his experience travelling India to discover lost, real magic.

13 OCTOBER | 19:30

A stunning show of glorious vocal harmonies blended with California sunshine.

The hits come thick and fast – “God Only Knows”, “Good Vibrations”, “California Girls”, “Surfin’ USA”, “I Get Around” and many more.

Over 30 hits performed live by The Beach Boyz Tribute Band.

“There’s nobody else we’d rather watch onstage” Penn and Teller

13 OCTOBER | 19:45

Elis wants to guide a class of ten-year-olds to become ‘ethical, informed citizens’. Gwen wants to tell the unvarnished truth – in the next 30 years the village they grew up in will be gone. Inspired by the true story of Fairbourne in Wales, this is a funny and confronting play about how we’re meant to care for children, fall in love, and stay sane while tackling the climate catastrophe.

14 OCTOBER | 19:30

The unique ABBA look and sound is replicated with an incredible attention to detail. Dynamic non-stop choreography, stunning visuals, top-class musicianship, and an all-live performance ensures that the ABBA Forever tribute show captivates audiences from the opening refrain to the final sing-along chorus of this two hour spectacular.

16 OCTOBER | 19:30

The award winning Elio Pace and his sensational band, with special guests Rhys Clark and Don Evans, perform two classic Billy Joel albums, Cold Spring Harbour and River of Dreams, in their entirety… in one sensational show.

19 OCTOBER | 19:30

Get ready to Break Free with the UK’s biggest Queen tribute band – Majesty –a brand new show – The Break Free Tour. Join Freddie, Brian, Roger, and John as they take you on a magical journey performing the best of Queen, whilst celebrating the music and showmanship of the UK’s favourite rock band.

20 OCTOBER | 19:30

Hello, Seann here. Did you know that comedians have to write their own blurb? I find that absolutely insane. What am I meant to say? “I’m fantastic, come and look at me talk”? I don’t know. It’s me. I do stand-up.

21 OCTOBER | 19:30

Ace trumpeter Paul Higgs plays with a sublime tone and breathtaking technique. He has performed with Johnny Dankworth, Lulu, Tony Hatch, John Williams, Peggy Lee, and Nancy Wilson. Paul takes you on a delightful musical tour of the history of jazz, playing hits by the legendary greats – Bix Beiderbecke, Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Chet Baker, and Miles Davis, amongst others.

27 OCTOBER | 19:30

Chantry Dance presents a A Matter of Time - a mesmerising dance triple bill exploring our relationship with time, inspired by the music of Nicholas Maw, and the poetry of Catullus and E. E. Cummings.

Ghost Dances, Ariadne’s Lament and In Time of Daffodils have been created by award-winning producers/choreographers Rae Piper and Paul Chantry and innovative director-choreographer Kristian Cunningham.

Parental guidance advised - contains nudity, scenes of a sexual nature, and violence.

Lee Mead, star of television and awardwinning West End leading man, embarks on his brand new UK tour.

Lee shot to fame in 2007 on the BBC reality TV show Any Dream Will Do, beating 10,000 other hopefuls to be crowned as Joseph. Join Lee for an evening of unforgettable music from the world of musical theatre.

27 OCTOBER | 19:45

Contemporary folk/acoustic duo Gilmore & Roberts combine award-winning songwriting with astounding musicianship and their trademark harmonies to create a powerful wall of sound. Nominated three times at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Katriona Gilmore (fiddle, mandolin) and Jamie Roberts (guitar) met while studying at Leeds College of Music.

1 NOVEMBER |

Everything Theatre on Vincent

Henry Normal, the BAFTA-winning TV producer behind classics like The Royle Family will be bringing his Collected Poems and Other Landfill to Taunton.

Promising a night of superb poetry and comedy, he will be joined by Nigel Planer, a prolific poet and author known for his roles in The Young Ones and Filthy Rich & Catflap.

“Gilmore & Roberts take English folk and scuff it up with indie rock drama”

Q Magazine

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AGE 16+

2 NOVEMBER | 20:00

Multi-award-winning and trail-blazing comedian Paul Foot is back on tour with Dissolve, his most personal, surprising and ground-breaking show ever.

As seen on Would I Lie To You, Never Mind the Buzzcocks, and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

6 NOVEMBER | 19:30

From the producers of the critically acclaimed tours of Round the Horne and The Goon Show comes another radio comedy classic live on stage. Come and take a trip to 23 Railway Cuttings, East Cheam to join ‘the lad himself’ and his motley crew for three classic episodes of this hilarious show.

4 NOVEMBER | 19:30

Hejira is a 7-piece band set up to celebrate and honour the masterpiece works of Joni Mitchell, mostly from the late ‘70s. Comprising highly experienced jazz musicians, this band is fronted by the brilliant Hattie Whitehead, who not only has – in her own way – assimilated the poise, power, and beauty of Joni’s vocals, but also plays guitar with Joni’s stylistic mannerisms.

Expect an evening of the great songs from Mitchell’s back catalogue.

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8 NOVEMBER | 19:30

The critically acclaimed Mark Steel’s in Town was voted the 6th best radio comedy ever and Mark is a regular on the BBC’s Have I Got News For You, QI, and BBC Radio 4’s News Quiz. He has been named newspaper columnist of the year and is author of the award-winning audiobook Who Do I Think I Am

“Sublime, original, brilliant” The Independent

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£ 18.50 MAIN HOUSE COMEDY AGE 14+

9 NOVEMBER | 19:30

A new stand-up show about the joys of raising children with special needs, from the star of hit Radio 4 series 6.5 Children, and author of book Normal Schmormal published this summer. Ashley has six kids, three of whom have a SEN diagnosis. Between endless meetings, countless therapists, public humiliations, failed playdates, horrific hygiene, surreal monologues and occasional violence, it’s certainly not what anyone would call a ‘normal’ household – but would he want it any other way?

Ashley distils the love, madness and chaos of his home life into a brilliant evening of stand-up for all the family. He’s just glad to be out of the house, to be honest.

“A slickly funny stand-up show”

New York Times

NORCOTT - BASIC BLOKE

10 NOVEMBER | 19:30

On this his sixth UK tour, Geoff Norcott will be trying to make sense of the current cultural and political scene with his playfully provocative brand of humour. Whether it’s the dire blandness of the two main parties or the shamelessly shoe-horned right-on messages in adverts and films, Geoff will continue to tread in areas much of comedy leaves well alone.

10 NOVEMBER | 19:45

From the makers of Five Encounters on a Site Called Craigslist and The Accident Did Not Take Place comes an act of communal storytelling.

A hopeful, hopeless prophecy for earth and humankind. A story of us, our future, of paradise and how we get there in the end.

11 NOVEMBER | 19:30

Put on your blue suede shoes and come to celebrate the music of the King of rock and roll with the UK’s supreme Elvis – Rob Kingsley – and his talented cast.

This breathtaking recreation of a live Elvis Presley concert takes you on an epic audiovisual journey through time like you’ve never seen before.

22 NOVEMBER | 19:30

Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s American Four Tops show has been travelling internationally, bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.

With powerful vocals, splendid harmonies, and high-stepping dance routines, you will be taken on a journey through all the hits of the Four Tops along with other classic songs from the golden era.

23 NOVEMBER | 20:00

Angela Barnes (Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, and former chair of BBC Radio 4’s The News Quiz) has good intentions, but trying to live your best life, as it turns out, is really bloody hard.

Stand-up, stories, and jokes from “…a gloriously down-to-earth, straight-talking and extremely funny comic.” The Guardian

24 NOVEMBER | 19:30

Luverly! Stephen K Amos is back with a brand new show after treading the boards of London’s West End in the smash hit musical My Fair Lady. Join him for an hour of solid jokes and guaranteed belly laughs. Fresh from a sell-out tour and as seen on BBC2’s QI, Pilgrimage: The Road to Rome, and BBC1’s Live at the Apollo

“Thoroughly entertaining… well written, well balanced, quality”

One4Review

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“One of the most likable figures in British comedy” Radio Times

8 DECEMBER | 20:00

‘For those who worry that we are going to hell in a handcart, Parsons will at least make you enjoy the ride’ – The i

As seen on Netflix, Amazon Prime, BBC iPlayer, Live at the Apollo, and Mock the Week

‘Hysterical’ – The Mirror

‘Very funny’ – The Times

‘Punchline king’ – The Guardian

‘Laugh-out-loud funny’ – Sunday Telegraph

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The List, The Times, The Herald

3 OCTOBER | 16:30

A wild puppet musical inspired by The Emperor’s New Clothes

With songs, puppetry, slapstick and more, two Swindlers will weave their cunning magic on children and adults alike.

15 OCTOBER | 14:30

Molly and Bingo the puppy are having a birthday party and, best of all, you’re invited! There’ll be a terrific treasure hunt, all your favourite sing-along songs, and lots of fantastic games to play.

24 OCTOBER | 14:00

Can you solve a spooky mystery set in an old house in Switzerland? Spot clues, test your mettle, and investigate historic evidence to uncover the truth. Interactive playable family theatre.

29 OCTOBER | 14:00

Expect gawps, gasps, and guffaws in this relentlessly funny and fantastical magic filled extravaganza, guaranteed to delight those aged five and 105, and indeed everyone in between!

Timothy Pope is looking through his telescope – but wait, is that a shark, in the park!?

From the creative team behind The Hairy Maclary Show and You Choose – see all three of Nick Sharratt’s Shark in the Park books live on stage! This fin-tastic family musical is set to be a splash!

Tom Fletcher’s interactive adventures for big imaginations are leaping from page to stage as the beloved Who’s in Your Book? series makes its debut as a brand new musical show.

A high-energy 50-minute adventure featuring lively original music, this show is the perfect introduction to live theatre.

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Flock Theatre Makers present a musical theatre adaptation of Lizzy Stewart’s awardwinning children’s book. Using puppetry, imaginative design, and music, audiences are invited to join Nora as she discovers dragonflies as big as her head, plants that can eat you (and your toy giraffe) whole, a polar bear that likes fishing and maybe, just maybe, a tiger in the garden.

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24 OCTOBER | 10:00 – 12:00

Make a flock of beautiful cardboard birds with sculptor James Lake. Work together as a family to create two small birds, one to take home and one for our Christmas forest display. Using paper and wire make a 3D friend to decorate and colour. Come back in December to see your bird settled into James’ cardboard tree.

Subsidised thanks to Taunton Town Council.

25 OCTOBER 10:00 – 11:00 OR 11:30 – 12:30

Enter the amazing world of Paul Stickland, author and illustrator of Truck Jam, Big Dig, Dinosaurs Galore and the iconic, bestseller Dinosaur Roar! Have a go at making your own pop up monster.

Subsidised thanks to Taunton Town Council.

26 OCTOBER | 10:30 - 14:30

Make small willow pieces including hearts, fish, stars and trees. Make something to take home and something to leave at the Brewhouse to be displayed in our Christmas forest.

Free thanks to funding from Taunton Town Council.

21 OCTOBER | 10:00 - 11:30

Join us for our first Saturday Art Club, a new series of sessions for young people with a range of different artists and teachers covering many visual art styles and topics. In this initial workshop, you will discover the joy of experimental monoprinting and learn a range of techniques and processes to achieve marks through the gestural and painterly process of monoprinting.

Please bring your own apron. All other materials provided.

24 OCTOBER | 13:00 – 15:00

Be inspired by sculptor James Lake and create your own cardboard animal sculpture. Learn new techniques and explore this amazing approach to creating art from sustainable materials.

“I like to transform the utilitarian and overlooked cardboard box into a sophisticated and elaborate sculpting material. With this, I create life size, three-dimensional portraits of people and animals, and anatomical models and furniture.” James Lake

Subsidised thanks to Taunton Town Council.

BY KATIE FORGETTE

The detective genius of Sherlock Holmes meets the wit of Oscar Wilde! When the playwright brings glamorous actress Lillie Langtry to Baker Street, Holmes and Watson need all their skill and nerve to solve the case and save the crown! Hidden jewels, compromising letters and a criminal mastermind await in this thrilling tale.

7-13 JANUARY

Experience the magic of ‘Dick Whittington’ with the award-winning Wayfarers this winter! Join our hero in an adventurous tale in the season’s most dazzling pantomime.

Celebrating their 2022-2023 Cinderella Awards triumph, Wayfarers promise nothing less than excellence and enchantment. Brace for a remarkable journey featuring a courageous hero, fabulous fortune, and a faithful feline friend!

4 SEPTEMBER | 18:00

Be guided through some of the most exciting craft wines from around the world in this exclusive event with specialists Wolf Wines. Try five wines of various styles, learn more about tasting techniques and discover the story behind how each bottle is produced. Each ticket will include five 60ml glasses accompanied with tasting notes and snacks. This is the perfect chance to discover your new favourite drinks in a relaxed environment