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Four misfits — Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Jason Momoa), Henry (Sebastian Eugene Hansen), Natalie (Emma Myers) and Dawn (Danielle Brooks)—find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination.

To get back home, they’ll have to master this world (and protect it from evil things like Piglins and Zombies, too) while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve (Jack Black).

Yes they are back!! After a fantastic sell outs, TAKE A CHANCE ON US returns to The Flavel!

Appealing to all age groups and bringing you the music of one of the most successful bands of all time, TAKE A CHANCE ON US is a fantastic fully live Abba tribute show. If you can’t see the real thing then you can still experience the wonderful songs of Abba fantastically recreated in this show.

With a live four piece band, voiceovers, costume changes, choreographed dance routines, and so much more the band members encourage lots of audience participation and of course it includes all the well known iconic and favourite Abba Hits. This year the show has some new costumes as many songs as can be packed from ABBAs 50 years! So put on those platform boots and funky suits, or just a boa and join us for a night of ABBA madness.

Saturday 4 October 2025, 7.30pm

Tickets £25

An evening with the Suchet Brothers

John Suchet in conversation with David Suchet – Hercule Poirot himself!

We are delighted that The Flavel’s Honorary Patron, John Suchet OBE will be joined by his brother, Sir David Suchet for a one-off evening of conversation about their fascinating, and very different, lives and careers.

David will also be talking about his new TV series ‘Travels with Agatha’ in which he travelled to locations that Agatha Christie visited, immersing himself in countries she explored to uncover the literary enigma’s inspirations.

As well as an exceptionally distinguished acting career, David Suchet has published two books which will be available for sale and he will be happy to sign them. These are ‘Poirot and Me’ and, the more recently published sumptuous book on his hobby of photography, ‘Behind the Lens – My Life’.

Audience questions are welcome and there will be a complimentary glass of wine served afterwards where you will have the opportunity to continue the conversation with John and David.

Friday 30 May, 7.30pm

Tickets £28 (to include a complimentary glass of wine or soft drink after the talk)

The Concert Band of Britannia Royal Naval College are performing their Spring Concert on

Saturday 5th April.

Come along for an evening of nostalgia, relax after a winter of disruption. Sit

back for some exciting new modern pieces, old time classics, good old marches, soloists and many

more items to enjoy. ‘Ashokan Farewell’ is an all time favourite performed on violin with a concert

band backing and being so close to the 80th commemoration of VE Day, the band thought it very

appropriate to perform a selection of traditional marches and a grand military finale, which includes

Sunset and Rule Britannia.

An evening of musical entertainment not to be missed.

Saturday 5 April, 7.30pm

Tickets £16

The individual journeys of the four members of the band, as they move through the music scene of the 1960s, playing small clubs throughout Britain and performing some of the biggest hits of the era, until their meeting in the summer of 1968 for a rehearsal that changes their lives forever.

Billy Elliot The Musical Live (20th Anniversary celebration)

Based on the Academy Award® nominated film, Billy Elliot the Musical has won the hearts of millions since it opened in London’s West End in 2005.

Set in a northern mining town, against the background of the 1984/85 miners’ strike, Billy’s journey takes him out of the boxing ring and into a ballet class where he discovers a passion for dance that inspires his family and whole community and changes his life forever.

The original creative team behind the film, including writer Lee Hall (book & lyrics), director Stephen Daldry, and choreographer, Peter Darling, is joined by music legend Elton John (music) to produce a funny, uplifting and spectacular theatrical experience that will stay with you forever.

Friday 4 April 2025, 7pm

Tickets £18, under 18 £11

As the world teeters on the brink of annihilation, Dietrich Bonhoeffer joins a deadly plot to assassinate Hitler, risking his faith and fate to save millions of Jews from genocide.

Now a widowed mother of two in her fifties, Bridget Jones feels lost in the world of app-based dating. However, romance unexpectedly sparks with her son’s science teacher… and a much younger man.

Dartmouth Book Festival 2025

This second Dartmouth Book Festival, will build on the success of last year’s very popular event.  

We are aiming to expand the festival this year which will include authors giving fascinating insights into their writing process, along with workshops and children’s events.

Watch this space for more information.

Friday 19 September

Saturday 20 September

Sunday 21 September

Bringing the very best in stand-up comedy, featuring top TV names and circuit stars!

Following a run of sold-out shows, don’t miss your chance to see world-class comedians live in Dartmouth.

Book early to avoid disappointment!

Saturday 14 June, 7.30pm

Tickets £20

A musical and visual immersion in the stories of 1920s Dartmouth

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying world of 1920s Dartmouth in a night of glitz, glamour and history.

Let the irresistible tunes of the Roaring Twenties come alive as Louise Parker and the new Dart Jazz Band recreate the sounds that defined an era.

Explore stunning photographs of Dartmouth’s transformation from a gritty coal port to a bustling tourism hotspot, as you journey through its fascinating past.

Watch in awe as the JT Jazzettes bring the Charleston, Shim Sham, and Big Apple to life - dances that once lit up the grand houses and dance floors around Torbay!

Your charismatic MC, John Suchet, will guide you through the evening's vibrant entertainment, while Dartmouth Museum's Jonathan Turner unveils the untold stories of the original Dart Jazz Band, who lived, worked, and played in Dartmouth.

Dress however you like—but if you feel like channelling your inner flapper or dapper gent, throw on that Cloche Hat or bow tie for a chance to win an exclusive prize!

Saturday 12 July, 7.30pm

Tickets £22

Savour the flavours of the Jazz Age with a specially curated 1920-inspired Pre Show Supper– please click HERE to book : Pre Show Supper

A beautiful girl, Snow White, takes refuge in the forest in the house of seven dwarfs to hide from her stepmother, the wicked Queen. The Queen is jealous because she wants to be known as 'the fairest in the land', and Snow White's beauty surpasses her own.

“Disney’s Snow White” is a live-action reimagining of the classic 1937 film. Starring Rachel Zegler in the title role and Gal Gadot as her Stepmother, the Evil Queen, the magical adventure journeys back to the timeless story with beloved characters Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy. “Disney’s Snow White” is directed by Marc Webb and produced by Marc Platt, with Callum McDougall serving as executive producer, and features all-new original songs from Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

When a faithful police dog and his human police officer owner are injured together on the job, a harebrained but life-saving surgery fuses the two of them together and Dog Man is born. Dog Man is sworn to protect and serve—and fetch, sit and roll over. As Dog Man embraces his new identity and strives to impress his Chief, he must stop the pretty evil plots of feline supervillain Petey the Cat.

A fun and exciting weekly drama group aimed at developing theatre performance skills, building confidence, and making new friends through the Dramatic Arts.

This is a creative opportunity for young people to develop and explore their own voice. We focus on giving young people creative choice, a safe space for self-expression and exploration, building a community of collaboration and inclusivity. We can cover performance skills such as improvisation and devising, physical theatre, voice and characterisation, writing and script work.

Director and facilitator, Rachel Swain, is an award winning Youth Theatre Practitioner, with over 25 years teaching experience, Rachel writes original Youth Theatre productions to ensure all young people have their moment to shine. Her youth group ‘Dramatically Different Brixham’ has been the resident Youth Theatre in Brixham for over 10 years and ‘Dramatically Different Teignmouth’ has been a huge success since it was established in 2019.

If you would like more information or to ask questions about the Drama Workshops please email: info@theflavel.org.uk

The sessions cost £90 per term, which will normally include between 9 and 11 sessions depending on the actual term dates, but dates and term lengths can vary. The actual dates for Spring Term 2025 are shown below.

BURSARIES AVAILABLE

A number of subsidised places will be available to Dartmouth Residents through our Bursary Scheme. Please email Lindsay Ellwood for details of the bursary scheme on: flaveldrama.bursaries@gmail.com (supported by Dartmouth United Charities and Dartmouth Mayflower)
With grateful thanks also to The Ditsum Players for their support.

Suitable for ages 7 to 18 years

There are two weekly sessions on a Wednesday - please make sure you book into the correct session. The earlier group at 4pm will be for younger children and the later group at 5.15pm will be for the older age group, but we are very happy to vary this depending on what suits your individual child, so please contact us if you wish to discuss.

Session 1 ‘Juniors’  – 4pm to 5pm - Younger age group (typically age 7 to 9)

Session 2 ‘Transitions’ – 5.15pm to 6.15pm - Older age group (typically age 10+)

1.        Wed 8 Jan

2.        Wed 15 Jan

3.        Wed 22 Jan

4.        Wed 29 Jan

5.        Wed 5 Feb

6.        Wed 12 Feb

NO SESSION Wed 19 Feb (HALF TERM)

7.        Wed 26 Feb

8.        Wed 5 Mar

9.        Wed 12 Mar

NO SESSION Wed 19 Mar

10.        Wed 26 Mar

11.        Wed 2 Apr

Join us for a brilliant Dart Music Festival and Flavel Fundraising Event: Emilie & Simon’s Big QUIZ NIGHT - a general knowledge quiz with music connections.

Bar available, prizes to be won, pride to be plumped!

THIS IS A JOINT DART MUSIC FESTIVAL AND FLAVEL FUNDRAISING EVENT

Teams of between 2 - 8

Tickets £10

Bar open throughout

Michelangelo - Love & Death

The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant? Michelangelo’s genius is evident in everything he touched. Beautiful and diverse works such as the towering statue of David, the moving Pietà in the Papal Basilica of St. Peter and his tour-de-force, the Sistine Chapel ceiling, still leave us breathless today.

Spanning his 88 years, Michelangelo - Love and Death takes a cinematic journey through the print and drawing rooms of Europe through the great chapels and museums of Florence, Rome and the Vatican to seek out a deeper understanding of this legendary figure’s tempestuous life, his relationship with his contemporaries and his incredible legacy.

Through expert commentary, stunning visuals and Michelangelo’s own words, this film takes a fresh look at a master artist whose life and genius are celebrated in every mark he made. Returning to cinemas in 2025 to celebrate this iconic artist’s 550th birthday.

Sculptor, painter, architect, poet, genius - discover why Michelangelo is without a doubt one of the greatest artists of all time.

Directed by David Bickerstaff – Produced by Phil Grabsky

Thursday 12 June 2025, 7pm

Tickets £14, under 18 £11

Dear Flavel Friends and Supporters,

                                                   

FLAVEL FOREVER

WHO WE ARE

Twenty years ago, we were part of a determined and enthusiastic group which founded the Flavel Arts and Community Centre. Our vision was to provide a centre in the heart of our community so that residents and visitors could enjoy high quality entertainment, a library, café and a meeting place for local groups. For the last 20 years we have provided this service week on week, throughout the year. The successful purpose-built home for The Flavel is considered an essential part of Dartmouth community life with its provision of high quality and varied programmes that entertain, educate, and connect people, in what is a geographically isolated town.

OUR POSITION:

Our position is a charity with no support from government or local council. All charities are experiencing challenging times, now and in recent years, and The Flavel is not alone in facing financial difficulties. Grants, once readily available, that supported smaller venues like our own have been focussed elsewhere. Our customer base is affected by the societal changes brought about by Covid, austerity, global uncertainty and how we now access entertainment through streaming.

THE FUTURE

It is urgent now to future proof The Flavel for the next generation; we owe that to them. The building needs to be more contemporary and accessible. We also face the consequences of 20 years of regular use in terms of upkeep and a legacy of old equipment and facilities.

We are kindly asking you to support us by either £150 a year for the next five years or £15 a month for the same period to the Flavel Forever Supporters Fund. This is the equivalent of a cup of coffee a week and if we reach our target of 500 of you giving us this support, we will together ensure that the Flavel continues to be here for ourselves and the next generation. Flavel Forever Supporters will be entered into a monthly draw for a prize and invited to our annual Flavel Forever Supporters Party, among other initiatives being developed.

We are confident that the Trustee Board have an ambitious plan to prepare for the future and you will soon hear about these projects such as installing solar panels to reduce energy costs and help us towards reaching net zero targets, growing the Café area footprint to give greater access to this well used area, and attract new audiences whilst retaining all that is good, to this community space.

To donate:

A regular Standing Order for £15/month or £150/year (Flavel Centre Trust. Account Number: 33008523 Sort code: 52- 30-20  Ref: Your Full Name –FOREVER)

A donation form can also be downloaded here : FORM DOWNLOAD

We would be very grateful if you can set up a regular contribution to Flavel FOREVER as detailed above, but if you would prefer to make a one-off donation you can do that by clicking on the green circle below.

Yours sincerely

RAY Bridges and  JOHN Mitchell. ( Flavel Founders)

A Flavel Birthday Celebration Event

Family Easter Bingo and Beetle Drive

Join us for an afternoon of family fun at The Flavel this Easter!

Just £5 per family or group (4-5 people) which includes eight games of Bingo plus Beetle

Prizes: Easter Eggs of course!

Refreshments and bar available.

Please book in advance to avoid disappointment as limited tables

Tuesday 15 April, 2pm

£5 per family or group (4/5)

All children must be accompanied by an adult

Harbottle & Jonas + The Wild Goose Choir 

Partners in life and music, dynamic Devon based folk duo Harbottle & Jonas are one of the most exciting acts on the UK circuit today, combining a love of the richness of traditional folk with their own original and powerful songwriting. Dave and Freya have developed a distinct and compelling signature sound, blending concertina, keyboard, harmonium, cittern, stomp box, acoustic guitar and banjo with their beautiful and closely intertwined vocal harmonies.

With latest album ‘Wild Goose’ they traverse the realms of the mystical, spiritual, and supernatural. ‘They come over like a cosmic, contemporary Fairport Convention’ says Jude Rogers, The Guardian.

Recorded in their home on Dartmoor over the course of a year, this collection features uplifting arrangements, atmospheric laments, and a song about the Norse god of mischief, Loki. It’s an album of intricacy reflecting themes of family life, deep connection with nature, mind-over-matter, and mind-bending societal shifts.

The night will be opened by Freya’s ‘Wild Goose’ stunning acapella choir who will also join the duo towards the end of the gig.

‘The legendary Harbottle and Jonas... incredible’ Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music

‘One of the finest folk duos in the country’ Mike Davies, Alternative Roots

‘One of the most exciting acts on the folk scene today’ Morning Star

www.harbottleandjonas.com

Saturday 19 April 2025

Tickets £18

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/HarbottleJonas

FLOOK : CELEBRATING 30 YEARS IN 2025!

 

What began in 1995 as a ground-breaking union of musicians and instruments, has continued as a unique musical offering through one live album, four studio albums - Ancora the most recent in 2019 – and countless outstanding performances. After 30 years Flook show no sign of letting-up in their brilliance, their dynamism, or their inventive flair.

 

The band early on evolved an inimitable trademark sound and hold fast to their rightful reputation as exceptional musical innovators; the whistles and flutes of Brian Finnegan and Sarah Allen, the guitar of Ed Boyd and the bodhran of John Joe Kelly weaving and spinning tunes rooted in tradition over precise acoustic grooves, with a rare blend of fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensemble interaction and a bold, adventurous musical imagination.

 

There is an ever present abundance of individual virtuosity amongst Flook’s four members, but there is also something wholly unique when this iconic Anglo-Irish band step on stage together, their playing always an intuitive, almost symbiotic, exchange between the various flutes, whistles, frets and skins. An evening and a celebration you don’t want to miss out on.

 

‘An absolute powerhouse, a flute and whistle-led, eight-legged jig machine. Jigs, reels and waltzes whirl by. Each as glorious as the last, the musicianship as extraordinary, the mood never any less than euphoric' FATEA Live Review, November 2023

 

‘Nothing short of transcendent… No other band sound like Flook and the new material has pushed them to new, exhilarating heights’ Songlines, July 2019

 

‘Never have I seen so many people so completely and utterly spellbound…the most magical of experiences’  The Irish Post

Thursday 13 November 2025

Tickets £24

Ninebarrow

are a multi-award-winning folk duo, who are impressing audiences across the country with their innovative and captivating take on the folk tradition.

Described by Mark Radcliffe as sounding like ‘two halves of one voice’, by Seth Lakeman as ‘a fantastic duo’ and by Kate Rusby as ‘absolutely amazing’, Jon Whitley and Jay LaBouchardiere combine breath taking vocal harmonies and melodies, delivering songs that are inspired and rooted in the landscape and history of the British Isles. BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominees, their five studio albums have been released to wide-spread critical acclaim including coverage on BBC1’s Countryfile and BBC Radio 4’s ‘Front Row’.

‘Stunning’ ★★★★★ Maverick Magazine.

‘Immaculate’ ★★★★★ The EFDSS

‘An absolute joy’ ★★★★★ The Morning Star

Another example of how strong British folk music is at the moment.’ ★★★★ The Telegraph

Saturday 11 October 2025

Tickets £20

Alex Wilson returns to the Flavel with a piano solo arrangement of Gustav Holst’s iconic masterpiece ’The Planets’.

From the ominous, craggy rhythms of Mars and mysterious otherworldly quality of Neptune, to the flighty, delicacy of Mercury and impressive majesty of Jupiter, ’The Planets’ is always a crowd favourite and this is a recital not to be missed.

Friday 6 June, 5.30pm

Tickets £15 (to include a complimentary glass of wine after the performance)

HELENA CLEWS : LIFE DRAWING CLASSES

(max 30 participants)

£115 for block of 5 classes to include complimentary hot drinks and biscuits

Wed 23 Apr

Wed 30 Apr

Wed 7 May

Wed 14 May

Wed 21 May

10am -12.30pm

Book your place and join in on the hugely successful life drawing workshops at the Flavel. It's a wonderful opportunity to draw alongside Helena and practice one of the fundamental skills of art.

The workshops are for all abilities. Helena will be available to provide individual feedback and help as necessary. The sessions are divided into the first part of short poses, ranging from 1 - 20 minute poses, a short break and then one long pose for around 55 minutes.

Information on what you need:

Please bring materials that you would like to draw with; ideally some charcoal (compressed and willow), coloured soft pastels, soft pencil (2B or softer) and a rubber. If you have your own paper/sketchbook then please bring that too.

Drawing boards will be provided and sheets of A2 cartridge paper is available to buy in cash on the day - 4 sheets for £1. There will also be some basic materials available on the day in exchange for a cash donation.

We are delighted to bring you - LIVE on stage – from Our Star Theatre Company – Hannay Stands Fast - a thrillingly funny sequel to ‘The 39 Steps’.

Hannay Stands Fast sees our dashing hero, Richard Hannay back in the fray on a mission to thwart a new and deadly threat to his beloved England. Engaged on this top-secret case by MI5, Hannay makes his way down to Cornwall to infiltrate a secretive organisation and learn their dastardly plans.  Can he save the day to keep the nation safe for another day?

 

Hannay Stands Fast is taken on by four actors playing dozens of characters – 53 to be precise! That’s right 4 actors playing 53 different parts! If you’ve ever seen ‘The 39 Steps’ on stage I’m guessing you will already be chuckling as it is hugely funny, fast-paced and simply brilliant to watch. Set in various locations created through quick and innovative uses of trunks, crates, suitcases, ladders, you name it.

 

This is a rip-roaring comedy for the whole family to enjoy - another of John Buchan’s classic Hannay stories re-told for the stage through laughs, daring-do and utter chaos.

Our Star Theatre Company are based in Herefordshire and some of you may have seen them already in the fantastic show ‘Sherlock’s Excellent Adventure’ which was on stage at Brixham Theatre last year.

Wednesday 28 May 2025

TICKETS
Adults £18
Under 18s £12

Family Ticket £54 (2 adults and 2 children)

David Nettle & Richard Markham (piano duet – 1 piano, 4 hands)

David Nettle & Richard Markham have performed on two pianos or 1 piano/4 hands at all of the major London concert halls and the BBC Proms as well as the main concert venues of 40 other countries. Their critically-acclaimed CDs are heard frequently on Classic FM and BBC Radio stations.  They bring to The Flavel a varied and very attractive, tuneful programme of Schumann, Brahms, Saint-Saens and Faure's famous 'Dolly' suite.

For more about David & Richard, please go to nettleandmarkham.com

Programme

SCHUMANN: Polonaise No. 6 in E

BRAHMS: Variations on a theme by Schumann Op. 23

BRAHMS: Neue Liebeslieder Walzer Op. 65

BRAHMS: Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G minor

FAURÉ: Dolly Op. 56

SAINT-SAENS, arr. Fauré: Suite Algérienne Op.60

Friday 17 October 2025

Tickets £24, Under 18 £5

Classical Series Season Ticket £65 (includes tickets for all 3 concerts which must be purchased in the same transaction)

Further concerts in the series are:

Friday 21 March

Alexander Ullman (piano)

Friday 20 June

Leon McCawley (piano)

Are you interested in becoming a ‘Classical Supporter’ for a concert or concerts in the 2025 series? For full details of the scheme please contact Helen Deakin on 01803 835882

Leon McCawley (solo piano)

The ever popular Leon McCawley presents a programme which includes Beethoven’s much loved 'Waldstein' sonata together with enchanting pieces by Chopin and finishing with Cesar Franck’s mighty 'Prelude, Chorale & Fugue'.

Since winning First Prize in the International Beethoven Piano Competition in Vienna and Second Prize at the Leeds International Piano Competition, Leon has given recitals across the UK & around the world and can frequently be heard on BBC Radio 3. As a concerto soloist, he has performed with orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic and City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestras as well as the St. Petersburg Symphony and Philadelphia Orchestras. He has made several appearances at the BBC Proms which have been televised on BBC4.

For more about Leon, please go to leonmccawley.com

Programme

SCARLATTI: Sonata in F minor K69

SCARLATTI: Sonata in C major K159

BEETHOVEN: ‘Andante favori’ WoO 57

BEETHOVEN: Sonata in C major Op. 53 ‘Waldstein’

CHOPIN: Trois Écossaises Op. 72

CHOPIN: Berceuse Op. 57

CHOPIN: Barcarolle Op. 60

FRANCK: Prelude, Chorale & Fugue in B minor FWV21

Friday 20 June 2025, 7.30pm

Tickets £24, Under 18 £5

Classical Series Season Ticket £65 (includes tickets for all 3 concerts which must be purchased in the same transaction)

Further concerts in the series are:

Friday 21 March

Alexander Ullman (piano)

Friday 17 October 

David Nettle & Richard Markham (piano duet - 1 piano, 4 hands)

Are you interested in becoming a ‘Classical Supporter’ for a concert or concerts in the 2025 series? For full details of the scheme please contact Helen Deakin on 01803 835882

Based on a remarkable true story, discover how the poor son of a miner became one of the greatest actors the world has ever known, with the help of an unlikely mentor.

In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins (Harry Lawtey) lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton (BAFTA winner Toby Jones).

Taking Richard under his wing, the young man thrives thanks to Philip’s strict tutelage and the guidance of kindly landlady, Ma Smith (Academy Award nominee Lesley Manville). However, as the acting world comes within Richard’s reach, the burden of his past risks holding him back forever.

Savor the flavours of the Jazz Age with a specially curated 1920s-inspired dinner menu at The Flavel Bistro before the festivities unfold.

Grilled Tarragon chicken (or vegetarian option of blue cheese tart) served with Waldorf salad and crushed roasted new potatoes followed by pineapple upside down cake served with vanilla ice cream.

Saturday 12 July, 6pm

Tickets £24

Tickets for the show much be booked separately – please CLICK HERE : Dartmouth In The Jazz Age

On Saturday 26 April, we are delighted at The Flavel Arts Centre that the astounding flamenco performer Rebecca Ortega is returning to our stage. We will be serving a fittingly Spanish pre show supper in the Flavel bistro to celebrate.

Two courses beginning with a Chicken and prawn fideua (or vegetable fideua), served with a garlic and walnut aioli, followed by an orange olive oil cake served with a caramel sauce.

Places are limited so book your spot in the bistro now, to kick off what promises to be a special night.

Saturday 26 April, 6pm

Tickets £25

Tickets for the show much be booked separately – please CLICK HERE : REBECA ORTEGA

The Royal Opera: Wagner’s DIE WALKURE

Gods and mortals battle in the second chapter of Wagner’s Ring cycle. Conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky reunite to continue the mythical adventure that began with Das Rheingold in 2023.

Cast: Christopher Maltman, Elisabet Strid, Lise Davidsen, Stanislas de Barbeyrac, Soloman Howard

Director: Barrie Kosky

Conductor: Antonio Pappano

LIVE: Wednesday 14 May 2025, 5.15pm

Running time: 320 minutes, with two intervals

Sung in German with English subtitles

The Royal Ballet: BALLET TO BROADWAY: WHEELDON WORKS

Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works. Fool’s Paradise, The Two of Us, Us, An American in Paris: four works showing the remarkable choreographic range of The Royal Ballet's Artistic Associate, Christopher Wheeldon.

FOOL’S PARADISE 

Luminescent and shimmering, Fool’s Paradise marked the first of Wheeldon’s many collaborations with composer Joby Talbot. It was created in 2007 for Wheeldon’s own company, Morphoses, and first performed in 2012 by The Royal Ballet.

THE TWO OF US

The wistful songs of Joni Mitchell set the scene for the UK premiere of The Two of Us, a duet of deep intimacy and yearning. It was created in 2020 for the Fall for Dance Festival in New York, and had American ballet dancers Sarah Mearns and David Hallberg in its original cast.

US (DUET)

Us is a tender duet danced by two men. It was created in 2017 for BalletBoyz and is set to Keaten Henson’s music.

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS (BALLET)  

The Royal Ballet celebrates Wheeldon’s extraordinary success in musical theatre by performing the ballet scene from his Tony Award-winning musical An American in Paris. Set to Gershwin’s jazzy melodies, the musical is inspired by the 1951 film of the same name starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron. The musical went on to win four Tony awards.  The full musical depicts a blossoming romance between the American G.I. Jerry Mulligan and a French ballerina, Lise Dassin. The ballet excerpt was Wheeldon’s take on one of the most memorable scenes from the film – an extended sequence in which the two central characters dance through Paris.  

LIVE: Thursday 22 May 2025, 7.15pm

Running time: 180 minutes (Runtime and intervals TBC)

The Royal Opera : Puccini’s TURANDOT

Puccini’s captivating opera of a cold-hearted princess and her mysterious suitor. Featuring the ever-popular ‘Nessun dorma’, this opera of love and revenge is brought to life in a dazzling production.

Cast: Sondra Radvanovsky, SeokJong Baek, Gemma Summerfield, Adam Palka

Director: Andrei Șerban

Conductor: Raphael Payare

LIVE: Tuesday 1 April 2025, 7.15pm

Running time: 205 minutes, Two intervals

Sung in Italian with English subtitles

From the tradition and avant-garde of flamenco culture, this dance performance is theatrically woven together, accompanied by traditional flamenco musicians, and expressed through the depth of the seguiriya, the femininity of the guajira, the intensity of the farruca, and the rhythms of the jaleos and bulerías.

In a world filled with internal dialogues and an excess of noise and information, are we truly in control of our decisions? Often, we are overwhelmed by anxiety, hindering our mental calm. As a result, there arises a need to reflect on the value of silence in our society, in a flamenco piece full of passion, strength, and elegance.

Having sold out previous visits, this is a welcome return to The Flavel from Rebeca Ortega.

Saturday 26 April, 7.30pm

Tickets £20

A pre-show supper is available to book separately – please CLICK HERE : PRE SHOW SUPPER

The pop-inspired musical brings the six wives of Henry VIII right into the 21st century with infectious, empowering performances, accompanied by the on-stage band, the Ladies in Waiting.

The original West End cast reunites at London’s Vaudeville Theatre in front of a sold-out audience to strut their stuff and re-write their Tudor traumas in an unmissable cinematic recording of the show packed full of style, sass, and sensational songs.

Talk Film@the Flavel

 (like a book club but for film lovers!) Our next meeting is on Thu 1st May, 6.30pm in The Flavel Café  

FILM: Mr Burton

Based on a remarkable true story, discover how the poor son of a miner became one of the greatest actors the world has ever known, with the help of an unlikely mentor.

 In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins (Harry Lawtey) lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war, and his own ambitions. However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton (BAFTA winner Toby Jones).

 Taking Richard under his wing, the young man thrives thanks to Philip’s strict tutelage and the guidance of kindly landlady, Ma Smith (Academy Award nominee Lesley Manville). However, as the acting world comes within Richard’s reach, the burden of his past risks holding him back forever.

 PLEASE BOOK TICKETS FOR FILM SEPARATELY HERE : Mr Burton

The Amazing Bubble Science Show

is an engaging and interactive performance that explores the fascinating world of bubbles through fun experiments, scientific explanations, and creative demonstrations.

Audiences are taken on a journey to discover the science behind bubble blowing, the properties of different types of bubbles, and how bubbles can be used in art and entertainment. The show features spectacular bubble tricks, like the tornado bubble, a soap bubble carrousel and the jellyfish bubble, while offering tips and hints how to create some of the bubble displays for yourself.

With a blend of humour, hands-on experiments, and eye-catching visuals, it’s both educational and highly entertaining for audiences of all ages.

Thursday 17 April, 2pm

Tickets Adult £14, under 16s £11

Family ticket £45 (2 adults & 2 children, or 1 adult & 3 children)

A welcome return to Dartmouth for the Dave Hankin Big Band.

You are invited to experience music that is guaranteed to get your feet tapping with Swing being the order of the day! Come and hear unforgettable music from the likes of Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Duke Ellington, Nelson Riddle, and vocal swing from the Rat Pack.

This is an unmissable show for big band and swing fans and all music lovers alike. Audiences of all ages will be thrilled by the sound of this amazing Big Band.

The Dave Hankin Big Band have been described in the press as ‘jaw-droppingly good’ and ‘exceptional...they could not be bettered’.

www.dhbb.co.uk

Friday 18 July, 7.30pm

Tickets £20

After twenty years away, Odysseus washes up on the shores of Ithaca, haggard and unrecognizable. The king has finally returned home, but much has changed in his kingdom since he left to fight in the Trojan war.

Presented by Bill Riddell

Wine is one of the most popular beverages in the world and it has a long history.

When and where was wine first produced?

How did wine come to take over the Ancient World.

Bill takes us on a journey of discovery from wine’s first creation through to Greek, Roman and other ancient cultures.

Presented by Gary Calland

Vindolanda Fort is one of Europe’s most important Roman archaeological sites. It is situated near Hadrians Wall and it considered a must see attraction in the England’s North East.

Vindolanda is managed by a charitable trust, established in 1970, who continue to manage this World Heritage Site.

Gary traces the history of the Roman fort, the Trust, and the significant discoveries that the fort has revealed over the years.

Voodoo Room’s mission is to deliver the all time great Hendrix, Clapton & Cream numbers, with the true passion and energy worthy of these true master pieces!

This show is beyond any tribute, its a celebration of Pure Power Trio Class. With standing ovations the norm don't miss the opportunity to experience the thrill of this musical ride as it was back then.

Just like their forebears, Voodoo Room are a classic three piece.

First up is journey-man guitarist Peter Orr. He has been thrilling audiences throughout the UK and Europe for over 3 decades, mashing up classic riff based rock anthems, with the energy and style evocative of their time. His jaw dropping solos and epic vocal styling's, have wowed all those lucky enough to experience this virtuoso inject new life into the classics!

The Engine Room of this power trio is the stunning rhythm section of Jevon Beaumont & John Tonks. Their superlative credentials include: Massive Attack, Duran Duran, Sting, Thunder, Bryan Adams, Fish, Stevie Winwood, Arthur Brown etc etc. Not to mention Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce and more!

’10/10 Superb!’ Classic Blues Mag

‘STUNNING!’ Time Out

Saturday 19 July, 7.30pm

Tickets £20