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Carmen
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Carmen

Despite an initial failure at its 1875 premiere, the opera ‘Carmen’ by French composer Georges Bizet became one of the most popular and frequently performed operas globally due to its innovative portrayal of a free-spirited heroine and its iconic pieces like the “Habanera“, the “Toreador song”, and the “Flower song”. The opera tells us about a passionate and ultimately tragic love triangle between the fiery, free-spirited gypsy Carmen, the soldier Don José, and the celebrated bullfighter Escamillo. The story follows Don José as he abandons his military career and former sweetheart to be with Carmen, but his obsession leads to jealousy and violence when she loses interest and falls for the charismatic Escamillo. Being one of the most popular operas in the world, it is reinterpreted in different time periods and cultural contexts, from historically accurate recreations of the original 1875 Paris premiere to modern adaptations. Exeter Opera Group gives its own interpretation of the renowned opera. We try to remind that Carmen in some way portrays violence against women depicting a woman’s murder by a rejected lover, an act that has been re-evaluated in modern times as “femicide” and is often used to discuss domestic violence. We explore this difficult subject through the musical and directing approach seeing the tragic consequences of a woman’s refusal to conform to patriarchal norms and the male possessiveness that can lead to such extreme violence.

Fri 5 Jun20:30Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
The Merry Wives of Windsor - Estuary Players
Community
Around £10.00

The Merry Wives of Windsor - Estuary Players

Performed in Elizabethan style costume, the humour and tales of the folk who live in the lively community of Windsor carries many themes familiar to a modern audience and remains entertaining and fresh. Much humour is to be found in the plotting of Mistress Page and Mistress Ford to expose the lascivious doings of the lecherous Falstaff and teach him a lesson. Meanwhile the Pages’ daughter Anne has fallen for Fenton whose heart is true, but whose pockets are lacking. Each of Anne’s parents is promoting another suitor for her hand – the foppish Slender or Dr Caius. Can love conquer all in the end? This is a chance to see this truly enjoyable play in the gorgeous setting of Powderham Castle’s courtyard. Just a reminder that performance dates are 9 – 11 June 2026 at 7 pm each evening. Pre-Booked Admission £10.00 by telephone or via the link below. Bring your own chair! Refreshments available.

Tue 9 Jun20:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle

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The Merry Wives of Windsor - Estuary Players
Community
Around £10.00

The Merry Wives of Windsor - Estuary Players

Performed in Elizabethan style costume, the humour and tales of the folk who live in the lively community of Windsor carries many themes familiar to a modern audience and remains entertaining and fresh. Much humour is to be found in the plotting of Mistress Page and Mistress Ford to expose the lascivious doings of the lecherous Falstaff and teach him a lesson. Meanwhile the Pages’ daughter Anne has fallen for Fenton whose heart is true, but whose pockets are lacking. Each of Anne’s parents is promoting another suitor for her hand – the foppish Slender or Dr Caius. Can love conquer all in the end? This is a chance to see this truly enjoyable play in the gorgeous setting of Powderham Castle’s courtyard. Just a reminder that performance dates are 9 – 11 June 2026 at 7 pm each evening. Pre-Booked Admission £10.00 by telephone or via the link below. Bring your own chair! Refreshments available.

Wed 10 Jun20:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
The Merry Wives of Windsor - Estuary Players
Community
Around £10.00

The Merry Wives of Windsor - Estuary Players

Performed in Elizabethan style costume, the humour and tales of the folk who live in the lively community of Windsor carries many themes familiar to a modern audience and remains entertaining and fresh. Much humour is to be found in the plotting of Mistress Page and Mistress Ford to expose the lascivious doings of the lecherous Falstaff and teach him a lesson. Meanwhile the Pages’ daughter Anne has fallen for Fenton whose heart is true, but whose pockets are lacking. Each of Anne’s parents is promoting another suitor for her hand – the foppish Slender or Dr Caius. Can love conquer all in the end? This is a chance to see this truly enjoyable play in the gorgeous setting of Powderham Castle’s courtyard. Just a reminder that performance dates are 9 – 11 June 2026 at 7 pm each evening. Pre-Booked Admission £10.00 by telephone or via the link below. Bring your own chair! Refreshments available.

Thu 11 Jun20:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
TK Maxx Presents Live at Powderham - Teddy Swims
Live Music

TK Maxx Presents Live at Powderham - Teddy Swims

GRAMMY nominated vocal powerhouse Teddy Swims will headline a huge outdoor show at TK Maxx Live at Powderham alongside his band Freak Freely & special guests breakout vocalist and songwriter Lauren Spencer Smith and New Zealand-Australian singer and multi-instrumentalist Jordan Rakei. With over 12 billion streams across his catalogue, Swims continues to cement his place as one of music’s most powerful voices. A quiet, steady grind brought him to the forefront with record-breaking songs, sold-out global tours and iconic performances. With a voice that effortlessly blends R&B, soul, and pop, Swims captivates listeners with raw emotion, soulful resonance, and lyrics that explore love, loss, and self-discovery. Tickets available now. Official Ticket Agents Also available at these authorised agents Important Notice: This event is planned and managed by external organisers. For all FAQs and enquiries, please visit the Cuffe and Taylor website HERE.

Thu 25 JunPowderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
TK Maxx Presents Live at Powderham - Alanis Morissette
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TK Maxx Presents Live at Powderham - Alanis Morissette

Seven-time GRAMMY award-winning artist Alanis Morissette has announced she will play one of just five UK headline shows in the Devon countryside. The show comes on the heels of Morissette’s most acclaimed UK shows ever this past summer, with a sold-out night at the O2 Arena and a career-defining set at her first-ever Glastonbury appearance. The Canadian/American musician will head to TK Maxx presents Live at Powderham on Friday June 26 and she will be joined on the night by musical powerhouse Skunk Anansie. The announcement completes the headline line-up across the four-day weekend of phenomenal live performances also featuring Teddy Swims and Lewis Capaldi. Tickets on sale now. Official Ticket Agents Also available at these authorised agents Important Notice: This event is planned and managed by external organisers. For all FAQs and enquiries, please visit the Cuffe and Taylor website HERE.

Fri 26 JunPowderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
Historic Vehicle Gathering
History & Heritage
Around £18

Historic Vehicle Gathering

Run by the Crash Box and Classic Car Club. Buy Tickets For The Historic Vehicle Gathering Festival – Saturday 11th July and Sunday 12th July 2026 PLEASE NOTE: The option to purchase Early Bird/Online tickets will be disabled after midnight, on Friday 10th July, and the facility to purchase tickets will be removed from our website. After that tickets will need to be purchased at the entrance to the show. A massive display of historic Cars, Motorcycles, Commercials (Lorries, Trucks & Buses), Tractors, and Military vehicles, supported by many Large and Miniature steamers along with steam driven saw bench demonstrations. Over 1000 vehicles with 70 car club displays ranging from “Modern Classics” through the famous Ford Anglia stand, to the muddy display of trials motorcycles and cars. The Crash Box Club will have its own dedicated central display of members cars which you will be free to wander around and chat to owners. Arena displays of participating vehicles with informed commentary throughout the weekend Hundreds of trade and autojumble stalls, food outlets, coffee, ice cream, restaurant and bars. Classic fun fair with Ferris Wheel, Bumper Cars, children’s rides and stalls. Book your tickets below: Adults (18 & over) £18 Early Bird Tickets available **Please note: Tickets on entry at the show are £20 (Adults 18 and over). Children 17 and under are free.

Sat 11 Jul11:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
Historic Vehicle Gathering
History & Heritage
Around £18

Historic Vehicle Gathering

Run by the Crash Box and Classic Car Club. Buy Tickets For The Historic Vehicle Gathering Festival – Saturday 11th July and Sunday 12th July 2026 PLEASE NOTE: The option to purchase Early Bird/Online tickets will be disabled after midnight, on Friday 10th July, and the facility to purchase tickets will be removed from our website. After that tickets will need to be purchased at the entrance to the show. A massive display of historic Cars, Motorcycles, Commercials (Lorries, Trucks & Buses), Tractors, and Military vehicles, supported by many Large and Miniature steamers along with steam driven saw bench demonstrations. Over 1000 vehicles with 70 car club displays ranging from “Modern Classics” through the famous Ford Anglia stand, to the muddy display of trials motorcycles and cars. The Crash Box Club will have its own dedicated central display of members cars which you will be free to wander around and chat to owners. Arena displays of participating vehicles with informed commentary throughout the weekend Hundreds of trade and autojumble stalls, food outlets, coffee, ice cream, restaurant and bars. Classic fun fair with Ferris Wheel, Bumper Cars, children’s rides and stalls. Book your tickets below: Adults (18 & over) £18 Early Bird Tickets available **Please note: Tickets on entry at the show are £20 (Adults 18 and over). Children 17 and under are free.

Sun 12 Jul11:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
The Festival Players - The Comedy of Errors
ComedyFestivals & Events

The Festival Players - The Comedy of Errors

One of Shakespeare’s earliest plays, The Comedy of Errors tells the story of twin sons and their twin servants, separated in a shipwreck. The play explores themes of identity, mistaken identity, and family as we find out what happens when the twins find themselves in the same town on the same day. Confusion and mishap ensue as no one can tell the twins apart, husbands appear to be in love with the wrong person, debts refused to be paid and servants lock masters out of their own homes. The Festival Players bring an all male cast, live original music, comedic chaos, fast-paced story telling, traditional costume and more to Shakespeare’s most farcical play, in their 2026 open-air summer theatre tour. “I’ve always struggled with Shakespeare but the festival players made it understandable and fun” “We always look forward to the festival players annual visit, everyone has a great time” “The live music and songs add to a great atmosphere” “They worked so hard. an incredibly enjoyable evening” The Festival players are an all male theatre company who have been touring open-air Shakespeare shows for over 40 years. They tour UK wide and Internationally lead by Ross Cooper with original music composed by the acclaimed Johnny Coppin and traditional dress.

Wed 5 Aug19:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
The Comedy of Errors - The Festival Players
ComedyFestivals & Events

The Comedy of Errors - The Festival Players

One of Shakespeare’s earliest plays, The Comedy of Errors tells the story of twin sons and their twin servants, separated in a shipwreck. The play explores themes of identity, mistaken identity, and family as we find out what happens when the twins find themselves in the same town on the same day. Confusion and mishap ensue as no one can tell the twins apart, husbands appear to be in love with the wrong person, debts refused to be paid and servants lock masters out of their own homes. The Festival Players bring an all male cast, live original music, comedic chaos, fast-paced story telling, traditional costume and more to Shakespeare’s most farcical play, in their 2026 open-air summer theatre tour. “I’ve always struggled with Shakespeare but the festival players made it understandable and fun” “We always look forward to the festival players annual visit, everyone has a great time” “The live music and songs add to a great atmosphere” “They worked so hard. an incredibly enjoyable evening” The Festival players are an all male theatre company who have been touring open-air Shakespeare shows for over 40 years. They tour UK wide and Internationally lead by Ross Cooper with original music composed by the acclaimed Johnny Coppin and traditional dress. The Festival Players’s patron is Dame Judi Dench, and the company is committed to presenting the very best in touring theatre, providing an accessible and fun filled enjoyable evening for all types of audiences.

Wed 5 Aug19:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
Jurassic Park
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Jurassic Park

The UK’s No.1 outdoor cinema shows come to the magnificent Powderham Castle near Exeter. Pack a picnic, gather your friends and loved ones, and enjoy an experience like no other in an incredible setting. *Tickets are selling quickly for this venue! What to expect at the Jurassic Park outdoor cinema experience… Welcome to Jurassic Park! Prepare for an unforgettable outdoor cinema experience as Jurassic Park roars onto the big screen under the stars. An amazing theme park with living dinosaurs is about to turn deadly, as five people battle to survive among the prehistoric predators. Expect incredible special effects and action-packed drama. “There’s no getting around it – quite simply one of the greatest blockbusters of all time.”(Empire Magazine) Plus, enjoy specially curated music before the movie begins, setting the scene for an epic night of outdoor cinema.

Fri 14 Aug19:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
SING
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SING

The UK’s No.1 outdoor cinema shows come to the magnificent Powderham Castle near Exeter. Pack a picnic, gather your friends and loved ones, and enjoy an experience like no other in an incredible setting. *Tickets are selling quickly for this venue! What to expect at the Sing outdoor cinema experience… The perfect family day out! Bring a blanket or camping chair (and of course a picnic) and watch the fantastic SING on a huge open-air cinema screen. Scarlett Johansson, Tori Kelly, Nick Kroll, Taron Egerton and Matthew McConaughey all star in this animated jukebox musical movie about a singing competition, put together for animals in an attempt to save a theatre. Five contestants emerge: a mouse, a timid elephant, a pig, a gorilla and a punk-rock porcupine. ‘Wildlife’s got talent in this joyous animation’ **** (The Guardian) Plus music to enjoy before the movie with a soundtrack of specially curated songs.

Sat 15 Aug13:00Powderham Castle
via Powderham Castle
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