The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

Upcoming events at The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

The Exchange, Sturminster Newton is a community centre in Butts Pond. Near Here currently lists at least 17 upcoming events, including ROKiT from the Musicals, H is for Hawk and Brick Robot Wars.

Live Music

ROKiT from the Musicals

Following last year’s sell-out concert, ROKiT Choir returns with ROKiT From the Musicals, bringing another unforgettable evening to The Exchange. Bigger and better than ever, this year’s show promises all the energy, heart, and entertainment that made the last performance such a huge success. Featuring over 100 singers from one of the area’s fastest-growing independent choirs, the performance will also proudly include the brand new Sturminster Newton ROKiT Choir group—making this a truly special local celebration of music and community. Audiences can look forward to a fantastic selection of songs from some of the most loved musicals around. From the powerful drama of Les Miserable to the feel-good anthems of We Will Rock You, alongside hits from Rock of Ages, Ghost and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. ROKiT are known for their vibrant performances, big sound, and welcoming atmosphere, making this the perfect night out whether you’re a musical theatre enthusiast or simply after some top-quality live entertainment. Adding an extra splash of fun, the evening will also feature special guests Opera-lele—a unique comedy duo combining opera, ukulele, and a brilliantly British sense of humour. Expect laughs, surprises, and something a little bit different. With last year’s show selling out, tickets are expected to go quickly—so don’t miss your chance to be part of another fantastic night of music, laughter, and community spirit.

Sat 25 Jul20:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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ROKiT from the Musicals

Following last year’s sell-out concert, ROKiT Choir returns with ROKiT From the Musicals, bringing another unforgettable evening to The Exchange. Bigger and better than ever, this year’s show promises all the energy, heart, and entertainment that made the last performance such a huge success. Featuring over 100 singers from one of the area’s fastest-growing independent choirs, the performance will also proudly include the brand new Sturminster Newton ROKiT Choir group—making this a truly special local celebration of music and community. Audiences can look forward to a fantastic selection of songs from some of the most loved musicals around. From the powerful drama of Les Miserable to the feel-good anthems of We Will Rock You, alongside hits from Rock of Ages, Ghost and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. ROKiT are known for their vibrant performances, big sound, and welcoming atmosphere, making this the perfect night out whether you’re a musical theatre enthusiast or simply after some top-quality live entertainment. Adding an extra splash of fun, the evening will also feature special guests Opera-lele—a unique comedy duo combining opera, ukulele, and a brilliantly British sense of humour. Expect laughs, surprises, and something a little bit different. With last year’s show selling out, tickets are expected to go quickly—so don’t miss your chance to be part of another fantastic night of music, laughter, and community spirit.

Sat 25 Jul21:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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H is for Hawk

Please note this film starts at 7.30pm H is for Hawk follows Helen who, after the sudden death of her father loses herself in the memories of their time birding and exploring the natural world together and turns the ancient art of falconry-rooted in European tradition-training a wild goshawk named Mabel to navigate her profound loss. But as she teaches Mabel to hunt and fly free, Helen discovers how deeply she has neglected her own emotions and life. What begins as an act of endurance transforms into an intimate journey of resilience and healing. Starring Claire Foy, Brendan Gleeson and Lindsay Duncan

Thu 30 Jul20:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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H is for Hawk

Please note this film starts at 7.30pm H is for Hawk follows Helen who, after the sudden death of her father loses herself in the memories of their time birding and exploring the natural world together and turns the ancient art of falconry-rooted in European tradition-training a wild goshawk named Mabel to navigate her profound loss. But as she teaches Mabel to hunt and fly free, Helen discovers how deeply she has neglected her own emotions and life. What begins as an act of endurance transforms into an intimate journey of resilience and healing. Starring Claire Foy, Brendan Gleeson and Lindsay Duncan

Thu 30 Jul21:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Brick Robot Wars

Do you love Lego®? Ever wanted to build your own Lego® Robot? Join Brick Robot for an epic tech-based workshop, building, creating and battling! Work in teams to learn coding basics and bring your battle robot to life, discovering how to move it around the battle zone. Then take on other the teams robots and battle the fearsome House Bots in the robot arena! Pre-built robots will also be available to customise. Suitable 8+ Please call () or pop in to The Exchange to book a place (numbers limited)

Thu 6 Aug11:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Brick Robot Wars

Do you love Lego®? Ever wanted to build your own Lego® Robot? Join Brick Robot for an epic tech-based workshop, building, creating and battling! Work in teams to learn coding basics and bring your battle robot to life, discovering how to move it around the battle zone. Then take on other the teams robots and battle the fearsome House Bots in the robot arena! Pre-built robots will also be available to customise. Suitable 8+ Please call () or pop in to The Exchange to book a place (numbers limited)

Thu 6 Aug12:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Live Music

The Alter Eagles

The Alter Eagles are delighted to be coming back to the Exchange for the fourth time, bringing with them a brand new theatre show for 2026 that celebrates their 21st year of touring. Since their debut gig in 2003, the Alter Eagles have established themselves as one of the country's top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over the country, playing a mix of old and new Eagles' songs. Expect all the classics - including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin' Eyes and Life In The Fast Lane - as well as Henley, Frey and Walsh solo numbers like Boys of Summer, The Heat is On and Rocky Mountain Way, along with some deep cuts and plenty of sweet country harmonies and rocking twin guitars. The band members are Steve McCormack (vocals, guitars) Alan Tomkins (keyboards, guitars, vocals) Rob Beattie (bass, acoustic guitar, vocals) Mike Bradley (guitars, vocals) and Ed Chisholm (drums, percussion, vocals). Find out more by visiting the band's website at www.altereagles.co.uk. "World class." - Lemonrock Gig Guide "Pitch perfect harmonies." - Brighton Evening Argus "A joy to watch." - East Anglian Daily Times "One of the best tribute bands I can remember seeing." - Windsor Observer "The Alter Eagles brought more than a little American West Coast harmony to a warm English West Coast St Ives - they were perfect." - St Ives Times and Echo "Opening with the acapella harmonies from Silver Dagger and segueing in to Take It Easy, just as...

Sat 8 Aug20:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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The Alter Eagles

The Alter Eagles are delighted to be coming back to the Exchange for the fourth time, bringing with them a brand new theatre show for 2026 that celebrates their 21st year of touring. Since their debut gig in 2003, the Alter Eagles have established themselves as one of the country's top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over the country, playing a mix of old and new Eagles' songs. Expect all the classics - including Hotel California, Take It Easy, One Of These Nights, Take It To The Limit, Desperado, Lyin' Eyes and Life In The Fast Lane - as well as Henley, Frey and Walsh solo numbers like Boys of Summer, The Heat is On and Rocky Mountain Way, along with some deep cuts and plenty of sweet country harmonies and rocking twin guitars. The band members are Steve McCormack (vocals, guitars) Alan Tomkins (keyboards, guitars, vocals) Rob Beattie (bass, acoustic guitar, vocals) Mike Bradley (guitars, vocals) and Ed Chisholm (drums, percussion, vocals). Find out more by visiting the band's website at www.altereagles.co.uk. "World class." - Lemonrock Gig Guide "Pitch perfect harmonies." - Brighton Evening Argus "A joy to watch." - East Anglian Daily Times "One of the best tribute bands I can remember seeing." - Windsor Observer "The Alter Eagles brought more than a little American West Coast harmony to a warm English West Coast St Ives - they were perfect." - St Ives Times and Echo "Opening with the acapella harmonies from Silver Dagger and segueing in to Take It Easy, just as...

Sat 8 Aug21:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Children & FamilyDance

Family Silent Disco

Join us for a fun-filled Family Silent Disco that's perfect for all ages! Dance to your favourite tunes through wireless headphones and enjoy a fantastic atmosphere with something for everyone. Fun for the whole family Refreshments available Goodie bag for every child Bring your dancing shoes and get ready for an unforgettable family day out! Limited ticket availability!!

Sun 9 Aug15:00The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Family Silent Disco

Join us for a fun-filled Family Silent Disco that's perfect for all ages! Dance to your favourite tunes through wireless headphones and enjoy a fantastic atmosphere with something for everyone. Fun for the whole family Refreshments available Goodie bag for every child Bring your dancing shoes and get ready for an unforgettable family day out! Limited ticket availability!!

Sun 9 Aug16:00The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Children & Family

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids

A classic family film comes to The Exchange this Summer!! On the brink of perfecting his state-of-the-art matter-shrinking machine, the suburban paterfamilias and indefatigable inventor, Professor Wayne Szalinski, realizes that his device truly works, when it zaps both his kids and next-door neighbors' sons. Now, to return to the relative safety of their home while being reduced to a mere quarter-inch size, they must venture out into the dense and perilous landscapes of their now-immense backyard: a hostile environment where nearly everything spells trouble. Can they exit the green maze of grass in one piece?

Thu 13 Aug15:00The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Honey, I Shrunk the Kids

A classic family film comes to The Exchange this Summer!! On the brink of perfecting his state-of-the-art matter-shrinking machine, the suburban paterfamilias and indefatigable inventor, Professor Wayne Szalinski, realizes that his device truly works, when it zaps both his kids and next-door neighbors' sons. Now, to return to the relative safety of their home while being reduced to a mere quarter-inch size, they must venture out into the dense and perilous landscapes of their now-immense backyard: a hostile environment where nearly everything spells trouble. Can they exit the green maze of grass in one piece?

Thu 13 Aug16:00The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Live Music

EPiC Elvis Presley in Concert

Baz Luhrmann’s extraordinary documentary may be the most poignant account of Elvis Presley’s life and career to date, featuring long-lost footage from his epochal 1970s residency in Las Vegas. The focus of EPiC lands on Presley’s musicianship and his interactions with band members and singers. What’s revealed is his deep knowledge of gospel, blues, and country traditions, and his instinctive feel for finding the best arrangements and pace for his songs. This is perhaps the most poignant account of Presley to date.

Thu 13 Aug20:00The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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EPiC Elvis Presley in Concert

Baz Luhrmann’s extraordinary documentary may be the most poignant account of Elvis Presley’s life and career to date, featuring long-lost footage from his epochal 1970s residency in Las Vegas. The focus of EPiC lands on Presley’s musicianship and his interactions with band members and singers. What’s revealed is his deep knowledge of gospel, blues, and country traditions, and his instinctive feel for finding the best arrangements and pace for his songs. This is perhaps the most poignant account of Presley to date.

Thu 13 Aug21:00The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Live Music

A Night of Blues 'n' Boogie

'A Night of Blues ‘n’ Boogie' - 3 great acts! Back by popular demand. A wonderfully varied and thrilling night of blues! Three great acts showcasing the superb talents of the truly authentic Boogie-Woogie piano and vocals of Julian Phillips, the ‘uplifting’ and ‘inspirational’ Acoustic Roots of Mark Harrison (guitar & vocals); and as always, the night will close with the dynamic and ever-popular Zoe Schwarz Blue Commotion, whose Hammond-organ-driven electric blues blend old-school tradition with contemporary flare and sophistication. Prepare for an unforgettable night of entertainment! Julian Phillips – Solo Boogie-Woogie Piano As one of the UK's top boogie-woogie piano players, Julian has gained a great reputation for his wide and varied repertoire in the boogie and blues genre and is one of the founder organisers of the UK boogie-woogie festival here at Sturminster Newton. Julian has played concerts and festivals in Europe and America and is highly esteemed by his fellow players. He taught himself how to play the piano at the age of 14 by listening to and interpreting the music of the great boogie-woogie pioneers including Jimmy Yancey and Pinetop Smith. His love and knowledge of blues ‘n boogie is infectious, and whether playing solo or performing with other musicians his enjoyment of the music is intensely evident.

Sat 15 Aug20:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Robots on the Rampage

Build, stick, paint and create your very own amazing robot to take home in this hands-on 3D art workshop with artist Darrell Wakelam. Use cardboard construction, papier mâché, collage techniques and paints, to turn simple materials into a brilliant robot full of character and invention. Darrell Wakelam has spent over 30 years helping children create extraordinary art from ordinary things, so come ready to imagine big in a workshop that's set to be hugely popular this summer! Suitable 6+ Dress for mess! Bring a packed lunch or pre-order lunch for £5 when booking. Workshop runs from 10:30am-3pm Please call () or pop in to The Exchange to book a place (numbers limited) www.darrellwakelam.com

Mon 17 Aug11:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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Robots on the Rampage

Build, stick, paint and create your very own amazing robot to take home in this hands-on 3D art workshop with artist Darrell Wakelam. Use cardboard construction, papier mâché, collage techniques and paints, to turn simple materials into a brilliant robot full of character and invention. Darrell Wakelam has spent over 30 years helping children create extraordinary art from ordinary things, so come ready to imagine big in a workshop that's set to be hugely popular this summer! Suitable 6+ Dress for mess! Bring a packed lunch or pre-order lunch for £5 when booking. Workshop runs from 10:30am-3pm Please call () or pop in to The Exchange to book a place (numbers limited) www.darrellwakelam.com

Mon 17 Aug12:30The Exchange, Sturminster Newton

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