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ANDRÉ RIEU’S 2025 CHRISTMAS CONCERT: MERRY CHRISTMAS

This holiday season, the magic begins on the big screen. Join André Rieu for his 2025

Christmas Concert – “Merry Christmas” and experience joyful carols, beautiful waltzes,

and plenty of surprises – it’s the ultimate Christmas cinema event!

With his fabulous Johann Strauss Orchestra, and special guests including the

sensational Emma Kok and over 400 brass players bringing the majestic sound of

Christmas, André’s concert is bursting with warmth, laughter, and holiday cheer.

Christmas is André’s favourite time of year - and he can’t wait to share this spectacular

concert with you, only in cinemas!

Subtitles: English

Language: English/Dutch Spoken

On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator Richard Rodgers celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical “Oklahoma!”.

Directed by: Richard Linklater

Written by:  Robert Kaplow

Starring: Ethan Hawke

Margaret Qualley

Bobby Cannavale

Andrew Scott

Ethan Hawke deserves to finally win an Oscar in one of 2025's best films – Daily Express

The choir will perform a range of seasonal music covering a wide variety of styles including pop Christmas classics from Chris de Burgh to Sia, some contemporary arrangements of traditional favourites by artists such as the Pentatonix as well as the opportunity for some audience participation in joining in well-known Christmas carols.

Thursday 18th December 7.30pm

Tickets £16, under 18’s £10  

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 £95 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 Autumn Term 2025 are shown below.

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 Ditsum Players, Dartmouth United Charities and Dartmouth Mayflower).

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 17 Sep

2.        Wed 24 Sep

Oct 1 No Session

3.        Wed 8 Oct

4.        Wed 15 Oct

5.        Wed 22 Oct

Half Term – No Session

6.        Wed 5 Nov

7.        Wed 12 Nov

8.        Wed 19 Nov

9.        Wed 26 Nov

10.        Wed 3 Dec

11.        Wed 10th Dec

Please note there will no sessions on the following dates: Wed 1 Oct or Wed 29 Oct

Come and learn to play a traditional West African Djembe rhythm - No experience necessary! Starting from scratch, through games and activities, you will learn fundamental techniques in order to create uplifting, authentic rhythms. As a group, we will create a polyrhythmic montage of sound using a range of instruments including djembes, dun dun bass drums, bells and shakers. Expect BIG Beats, Big Breaks and most of all Big smiles!

Each workshop is unique and comes with access to digital resources and a recording of our final piece.

What is Drum Devon?

Drum Devon is a small social enterprise which prides itself on providing high quality, authentic and accessible world roots drum and percussion workshops to a variety of settings including community groups, schools, events and parties as well as therapeutic settings to promote personal and social wellbeing.

James Carr

The workshops are designed and delivered by experienced and fully qualified teacher James Carr. With over 20 years’ experience as a drummer and percussionist and 18 years teaching in a diverse range of settings both in the UK and abroad, James is well positioned

to deliver inspirational workshops which instil confidence in participants as well as reflect on the social context in which the music is derived.

Saturday 18th October

Saturday 22nd November

Saturday 20th December 

£15 Adults per session or buy 3 and pay £12.50 per session. Family sessions are £15 per person including one child and then £5 per extra child.

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)

This event is kindly sponsored by RIBEYE: Boats and Tenders

The is a FREE screening of Home Alone – the original film from 1990. Starring: Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, John Heard, Catherine O'Hara, John Candy

It has been kindly sponsored by RIBEYE so that Dartmouth families can enjoy a very special FREE trip to the cinema this Christmas.

To take part in this event just book your tickets as usual through our website or through the Box Office (01803 839530). There is no charge we just need you to book tickets so that we know how many people are coming and so that you know where you are sitting – make sure you bring your tickets along on the  day.

What does the PG age rating mean?

General viewing, but some scenes may be unsuitable for young children.

PG-rated content is suitable for general viewing. A PG should generally not unsettle a child aged around eight, although parents and caregivers should be aware that some scenes may be unsuitable for more sensitive children.

Inspired by the life of John Davidson, charting his journey from a misunderstood teenager in 1980's Britain to a present day advocate for the understanding and acceptance of Tourette Syndrome. Diagnosed aged fifteen, John navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.

The Royal Ballet

THE NUTCRACKER

The magician Herr Drosselmeyer needs to save his nephew. Hans-Peter has been transformed into a Nutcracker; the only way to save him is for the Nutcracker to defeat the Mouse King and find a girl to love and care for him. A flicker of hope comes in the form of the young Clara, whom Drosselmeyer meets at a Christmas party. With some magic, a cosy Christmas gathering turns into a marvellous adventure.

Peter Wright’s The Nutcracker has enchanted audiences since its 1984 premiere by the Company. Featuring Tchaikovsky’s most familiar melodies and brought to life by Julia Trevelyan Oman’s exquisite designs, The Nutcracker is sure to be a festive firecracker for all ages.

Production and Scenario PETER WRIGHT

Designer JULIA TREVELYAN OMAN

Lighting Designer MARK HENDERSON

Production Consultant ROLAND JOHN WILEY

The Concert Band of Britannia Royal Naval College Dartmouth brings the holiday spirit to life at the Flavel with a celebration of festive music and cheer. The annual Christmas concert, a much-anticipated event in the community, features a heart-warming blend of traditional carols, festive favourites and exciting seasonal arrangements to delight audiences of all ages. An evening of musical entertainment not to be missed.

https://www.concertbandbrnc.com/

December 13th

Tickets £16

7.30pm

"Hilarious, unpredictable and bounteously charming"

**** The Stage

"...a blueprint for happiness"

**** The Guardian

"Life's too short not to live like this"

**** The Scotsman

The Rest of Our Lives

Created and performed by Jo Fong and George Orange

“One of the most joyful, celebratory and hilarious experiences of my life”

Hannah Robertshaw

Hopefully hopeful, The Rest of Our Lives is a cabaret of life and near death. Join Jo and George for a night of dance, circus and games. The struggle is real. Jo is an old dancer, George an old clown. They are international artists with 100 years of life experience between them. They’ve reached the mid-way point, and now they’re looking at the rest of their lives and wondering, what next? Armed with a soundtrack of floor-fillers, a book of raffle tickets and a sprinkling of eco-friendly glitter. Join them as they negotiate middle life together with humour, tenderness and outlandish optimism.

“I haven’t had that much fun at a show in a long time”

Audience member

We’re only at the beginning of the end. But we’re still here.

Commissioned and supported by the Rural Touring Dance Initiative.

“Stratospheric immersion”

Audience response.

Supported by the Rural Touring Dance Initiative, Fieldwork, The Place Theatre, China Plate, House SE Theatre Network, Groundwork Pro, Ty Dawns/Dance House Cardiff, Wales Arts International, British Council Wales, Wales Millennium Centre, Chapter and Arts Council of Wales.

The Guardian Best Dance 2022

Nomination UK Theatre Award 2023

WINNER for OFFIES 2025

British Council / Vietnam Season 2023

British Council award, working with Padepokan Seni Bagong Kussudiardja in Indonesia aug/sept 2025

Selected for Wales in Edinburgh 2022 and Caravan Assembly international showcase 2024

Friday 12th December

7.30pm

Tickets £20

And now whatever way our stories end, I know you have rewritten mine by being my friend …

Last year’s global cinematic cultural sensation, which became the most successful Broadway film adaptation of all time, now reaches its epic, electrifying, emotional conclusion in Wicked: For Good.

Directed once again by award-winning director Jon M. Chu and starring the spectacular returning cast, led by Academy Award® nominated superstars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices.

Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about The Wizard (Jeff Goldblum).

Glinda, meanwhile, has become the glamorous symbol of Goodness for all of Oz, living at the palace in Emerald City and reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. Under the instruction of Madame Morrible (Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh), Glinda is deployed to serve as an effervescent comfort to Oz, reassuring the masses that all is well under the rule of The Wizard.

As Glinda’s stardom expands and she prepares to marry Prince Fiyero (Olivier award winner and Emmy and SAG nominee Jonathan Bailey) in a spectacular Ozian wedding, she is haunted by her separation from Elphaba. She attempts to broker a conciliation between Elphaba and The Wizard, but those efforts will fail, driving Elphaba and Glinda only further apart. The aftershocks will transform Boq (Tony nominee Ethan Slater) and Fiyero forever, and threaten the safety of Elphaba’s sister, Nessarose (Marissa Bode), when a girl from Kansas comes crashing into all their lives.

As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good.

Wicked: For Good is based on the generation-defining musical stage play with music and lyrics by legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz and book by Winnie Holzman, from the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire. The screenplay is by Winnie Holzman and Winnie Holzman & Dana Fox. The film score is by John Powell & Stephen Schwartz, with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.

Tuesday 9th December 2pmI

Join us for the next in our "Winter Warmer" series.  

A choice of soup and scone will be served at The Flavel Cafe from 12.30pm, followed by a Screening of "I SWEAR" at 2pm.

Inspired by the life of John Davidson, charting his journey from a misunderstood teenager in 1980's Britain to a present day advocate for the understanding and acceptance of Tourette Syndrome. Diagnosed aged fifteen, John navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.

Please book Separately for the film here : I SWEAR

Tuesday 9th December 2pmI

Join us for the next in our "Winter Warmer" series.  

A choice of soup and scone will be served at The Flavel Cafe from 12.30pm, followed by a Screening of "WICKED FOR GOOD" at 2pm.

Inspired by the life of John Davidson, charting his journey from a misunderstood teenager in 1980's Britain to a present day advocate for the understanding and acceptance of Tourette Syndrome. Diagnosed aged fifteen, John navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.

Please book Separately for the film here : Wicked For Good