What's on at The Cygnet Theatre
Autumn 2024
And other wonders
20th September
7:30pm
Artemis Story-telling
Once upon a time there were three sisters, and three brothers, and a mortal king, a fruit of life, a mountain of glass, a witch in the woods with a knife, and a daughter, a slaughter and a sacrifice, a shared myth, a curse, a tragic truth, another world beyond a wall, the devil himself, and other wonders…
Fall into the surreal, enchanting and hallucinatory world of three wonder tales told by Sarah Liisa Wilkinson. We promise to return you in one piece… unless you choose to stay.
Half-English and half-Finnish, storyteller Sarah Lisa Wilkinson delights audiences with her engaging, energetic and playful performance style. She has told stories to people in the UK and internationally in theatres, clubs, pubs, festivals, churches, front rooms and all-night sleepovers. She is a member of The Embers Collective, a storytelling and music group in London. “one of the brightest new talents to emerge in British storytelling” The Crick Crack Club
Ticket Price: £11 or £9 (pay what you can) Age restriction: 14+
Ill met by moonlight
27th & 28th September
7:30pm
A one man show based on the life of Charles Laughton
Written and performed by Steve Bennett
The year is 1953, and nearing the end of a gruelling reading tour of North America the acclaimed British actor Charles Laughton, the star of The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Mutiny on the Bounty and an Academy award winner for The Private Life of Henry VIII, finds himself stranded in a Philadelphia theatre dressing room. Alone and unable to escape, he is finally forced to reflect upon his life, his career and the difficult choices he’s had to make along the way.
Ticket Price: £15
Pete Rawcliffe Singers
21st September
5.00pm
Join Us for an Evening of Musical Talent: PRS Students' September Concert!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music as the students of Pete Rawcliffe Singing (PRS) take the stage this September! Witness a stunning array of performances showcasing the diverse talents and unique voices of singers at various stages of their musical journeys. From heartfelt ballads to vibrant up-tempo numbers, our students will captivate and inspire with their passion and dedication. Whether you're a fan of classic hits or contemporary favourites, there's something for everyone at this special event. Don’t miss the chance to support our budding artists and experience the magic of live music!
Kieron Garrett Quintet
4th October
7:30pm
Kieron Garrett Quintet
Saxophonist Vasilis Xenopoulos is one of the most accomplished Greek jazz musicians of his generation and a genuine representative of straight ahead jazz.
Vasilis’ charismatic performances reveal his truly fabulous style, thus his energy and passion interact with his audience.
“One of the most fiery young saxophonists around blazes a path through the hard bop repertoire" (The Times) ★★★★
Line up: Vasilis Xenopoulos – saxophone, Kieron Garrett – keyboards, Mike Sayer – alto saxophone, Marcus Vergette – bass, Coach York – drums.
Coming Soon!
Mayor and James
12th October
7:30pm
Cygnet is delighted to welcome back favourite performers:
Simon Mayor ‘One of the world’s great mandolinists’(BBC Radio 3) & Hilary James ‘One of Britain’s finest voices’(BBC Radio 4) who bring their wonderful music on guitar, violin, mandolin and mandola. A fabulous evening's entertainment is in store!
Dreams of the dark
18th & 19th October
7:30pm
Dreams of the Dark – Knife Edge Theatre
Haunted by disturbing dreams, a troubled woman seeks help to unravel the mysteries that lie within. A series of supernatural tales of ghosts, demons & curses unfolds… are they merely dreams or dark memories of her past? Original spooky tales bring an unexpected twist to familiar themes of classic horror.
I'm Sexy and i know it
25th October
7:30pm
A heartfelt comedy with a banging soundtrack. Come and experience Anna's journey of self-discovery where she learns to love the person she is!
UKRAINIAN SINGERS OF PLYMOUTh
26th October
7:30pm
A heartfelt comedy with a banging soundtrack. Come and experience Anna's journey of self-discovery where she learns to love the person she is!
MACBETH
30th October - 2nd November
7:30pm & Matinees 2pm Sat 2nd & Sunday 3rd November
Experience Shakespeare's Macbeth like never before. Shake on the Exe bring this modern production, directed by Sarah Tosdevin & David Finlay, which reveals the psychological toll of ambition and violence.
Future Shows!
Storytelling double bill
23rd November
7:30pm
Storytelling Double Bill: we bring you comedy & tragedy, local legend & global myth, daylight & darkness and an unforgettable night of story that will have you on the edge of your seats. Two UK storytellers at the top of their game.
The Unbelievable Adventures and Most Tragical Death of Tom Thumb, Knight of Arthur's Court
It's the time of King Arthur, and young Tom wants more than anything to be a knight at the court of Camelot. There's just one problem: Tom is only the size of a man's thumb and has a bad habit of being eaten by things... A many-stomached journey through the madcap adventures of one of Britain's most overlooked folklore heroes on his quest for recognition and glory. Amelia Ace Armande brings us a tale of heart, soul, and plenty of guts! “Poised and sparkling” – Fringe Review
Walk By Night
It’s London, now, and a young woman is taking a short-cut home through the park. Her story shifts, becomes entangled in a dark knot of tales: Giles Abbott twists together threads of Devon song, Irish folktale, medieval Japanese legend and more. Watch where you tread – there is danger to and danger from those who walk by night…
Part of The Exeter Story Fix (www.artemis-storytelling.co.uk/storyfix)
Tickets £13/£11 or pay what you can