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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

When a flood of biblical proportions washes its home away, a solitary cat must seek refuge with a motley crew of animals, who gradually learn to get along in this endearing, Oscar-winning animation.

Wunderkind director Gints Zilbalodis has taken the animation world by storm with his beautifully crafted sophomore feature Flow, which has received a multitude of awards and nominations to date, including two nominations for both BAFTA and the Academy Awards.

The mystical world he creates in Flow is in peril. There are traces of human inhabitants, but they are now nowhere to be seen as water begins to flood the landscape.

The story begins following a small, solitary cat as the shoreline rises and the home where it once lived is submerged underwater. Forced to flee, he happens upon a refuge boat containing a calm and unperturbed Cabybarre who seems amenable to his presence, and the two begin a journey on the water towards higher ground.

Along the way they cross paths with a lemur, obsessed with collecting shiny objects, a boisterous and excitable dog and a stoic, mysterious secretary bird.

Together, as they traverse the landscape on their fable-like quest, the ragtag team of animals must learn to trust each other and work together to survive. Flow pushes the boundaries of animation, immersing audiences in a world before unseen.

The Flavel invites you to help celebrate their 20th Birthday at a special Garden Party to be held at Kittery Court (Kingswear), by kind permission of Mr Andrew Brownsword.

There is no parking so you will need to arrive by passenger ferry.

Tickets are £25, to include a glass of fizz on arrival, delicious canapés and music by The Lyric Ensemble.

Date: Wednesday 30 July

Location: Kittery Court

Please note: Sorry no dogs allowed

Agathe, hopelessly clumsy yet charming, and full of contradictions, dreams of experiencing love akin to a Jane Austen novel. Instead she finds herself stuck in desperate singlehood, spending her days working in the legendary British bookshop, Shakespeare & Co in Paris, rather than pursuing her own ambitions of becoming a novelist. But when an unexpected invitation to the Jane Austen Writers' Residency in England lands in her lap, Agathe is in for an eye-opening and life-changing experience. Encouraged to confront her insecurities and explore her true romantic, sexual and creative nature, in part thanks to her eccentric co-residents, Agathe realises it’s time to stop wasting her sentimental life and take control - over both her writing aspirations, and her very own love story.

Starring Camille Rutherford (Anatomy of a Fall), Pablo Pauly (The French Dispatch) and Charlie Anson (Death on the Nile), Jane Austen Wrecked My Life is an uplifting and heart-warming throwback to classic romance, with a modern sensibility, marking the directorial debut of acclaimed screenwriter Laura Piani.

The wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family.

This is a fundraising event for Prickles in a Pickle – The Hedgehog Rescue Charity

Join us for an illustrated talk about the experiences of a young Paratroop officer during the Falklands War.

As the Veterans of D-Day are now too old to give talks about the momentous events they experienced 81 years ago, Peter Osborne, a veteran of the Falklands War has been asked on several occasions recently to talk about his experiences of that war.

Although a much smaller conflict, there is a nexus, with both having amphibious landings and close-quarter fighting. He has kindly agreed to come and tell us his story and will be donating his fee – all Proceeds go to Prickles in a Pickle Hedgehog Rescue Charity based in Stoke Fleming.

The bar will open at 6.15pm, the talk starts at 7pm for 1.5 hours, after which there will be a Q&A session and a chance to meet the speaker.

All proceeds from the talk will be match funded by The Fisher Trust, effectively doubling every pound. Your ticket purchase will help to protect and preserve the beautiful hedgehog population in the UK.

 

Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience

SYNOPSIS

PIG changes are coming! Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema as they get ready for their biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new baby! There’s no better time to embark on a full house renovation, shop for a new car and make special memories together. Celebrate the beginning of an exciting new era of Peppa Pig at this special, big screen experience with an hour of laughter, tears and loads of heartwarming moments. With 10 oinktastic new episodes, 6 brand new songs and music videos, your little ones can dance and sing along with Peppa and her family and friends. The wait is finally over... join Peppa and George as they meet their new baby sibling for the first time at Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience!

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

A welcome return to The Flavel for Adam Dyer, this time accompanied by his Jazz Quartet!

Brought up as a teenager in Kingswear, Adam graduated from Christ’s College, Cambridge and, subsequently, the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Having played classical music from the age of seven, he took to playing jazz piano in his mid-teens. Following his time at the Guildhall he travelled to Scandinavia to study jazz for two years on a full scholarship. He now lives in London but often returns to Devon for holidays with his young family.

His quartet with Eric Ford (drums) and Jakub Cywinski (bass) and Duncan Eagles (saxophone) recorded his debut album, River Spirit, which has received critical acclaim and radio play on BBC Radio 3.

‘Pianist Adam Dyer‘s debut album is a winning combination of lively post-bop originals, some romantic ballads and a couple of reworked standards’ Patrick Hadfield, UK Jazz News

‘A highly original album which will enchant listeners for years to come.’

Sarah Walker, presenter, BBC Radio 3

Friday 1 August 2025, 7.30pm

Tickets £22

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

A brand-new children’s show full of fun, fungi, music and science for ages 5+ and their families from Exeter’s Scratchworks Theatre (makers of The Grimm Sisters)

There’s a secret kingdom full of mysteries….

A whole world of strange, smelly and surprising life…

And they’re all around us!

Welcome to…. THE MUSHROOM SHOW!

Augustine Fogwoode might be the world’s MOST enthusiastic mushroom enthusiast! She is on a quest to make sure everyone knows about the brilliance of fungi: their amazing abilities and scientific superpowers. But it’s just her and her puppet friend Goldie. She might just need a few more fun-guys to make it happen.

Join the party and discover how fungi grow, connect and help the natural world, including us humans. Packed full of interactive games, playful music and lots of laughs for all the family, The Mushroom Show is one person’s mission to build a community… and maybe it’ll become your mission too?

Award-winning Scratchworks Theatre Company brings together science, music and participatory activities for whole families to experience together. Supported by Arts Council England, Doorstep Arts, Libraries Unlimited, Beaford, Unity Trust and The University of Plymouth.

75 mins (45 mins show followed by interactive workshop)

Scratchworks Theatre Company 

The Salt Path was written by Raynor Winn about her and her husband Moth's year long 630 mile walk along the South West Coast Path from Somerset to Dorset after they lost their home, livelihood and found out about his illness.

Based on the 2018 memoir of the same name by Raynor Winn.

Starring Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs.

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