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‘Eurovision Song Contest Night’

Eurovision 2024 Get ready to experience the magic of Eurovision like never before!

Join us for an unforgettable Eurovision Song Contest Night at the St Austell Arts Theare!
Immerse yourself in the glitz, glamour, and pure entertainment of Europe’s most beloved musical extravaganza.

Watch all the action unfold on our Big Screen, where you’ll feel like you’re right in the heart of the competition.
From dazzling performances to outrageous costumes, every moment will be larger than life, and make sure you dress for the occasion

Whether you’re a die-hard Eurovision fan or just looking for A Fun Night Out, this event promises to be an absolute blast!

Don’t miss out on the excitement – gather your friends and join us for a Eurovision experience unlike any other at St Austell Arts Theatre. See you there!

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 6.30pm. Eurovision starts at 7.00pm
(Approximate end time – Midnight)

Tickets in advance :
Standard : £10.00

( Tickets are non-refundable )

Click Here to Book Your Tickets Online Now
or
Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, Boscawen Street, St Austell at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall and Liskeard, Pike Street

NB : Card Payment Online now needs your Postcode (again) after the Card Security Number – Watch for it!

1920s Murder Mystery – ‘Drama & Deception’

Fundraising for Cornwall Hospice Care

A Murder Mystery evening – a 1920s themed, Fundraiser for Cornwall Hospice Care

The Plot :
You will witness a story that takes you behind the curtain of an established theatre company with more than meets the eye.

The evening will take you into a world where secrets and affairs intertwine, and the spotlight unveils more than just talent!

Prepare to witness the scandal and revelations that will change lives forever.

Will the show go on, or will their stage be tainted by the truth forever?

Don’t miss this tale of passion, love and the dramatic web that binds them all.

Will the evening end in tragedy??

1920s Fancy Dress is Optional – but lots of fun too !
We’ll have a “Photo Station” for you to record a memory of the evening
The Evening’s action and story sequences will be performed by a group of professional Murder Mystery actors

Doors Open and Welcome Drinks served from 7.00pm. There will also be a Licensed Bar available.
The Murder Mystery starts at 7.30pm

Click Here to Book Your Tickets in advance, please :
Murder Mystery including Welcome Drink and your choice of Pasty : £22.50

Choose as and when you book : either a Steak or a Cheese and Onion Pasty, per person
( Tickets are non-refundable )

Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, Boscawen Street, St Austell at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall and Liskeard, Pike Street

NB : Card Payment Online now needs your Postcode (again) after the Card Security Number – Watch for it!

Cornwall and the Sea: An Evening with The Press Gang and Kana

The Press Gang

Based in and around the St Austell Bay Area, The Press Gang are a group of nine singers and musicians who perform foot-stomping shanties, melodic songs of the sea and songs of their beloved Kernow.

Well established and revered by audiences near and far, they are known for reworking traditional shanties into their own harmonious, energetic style and mixing Cornish tradition with raucous entertainment.

From grand festival stages to small intimate venues, The Press Gang have been taking audiences on maritime and Cornish heritage voyages through songs and shanties for well over a decade.

Come, stomp your feet, clap your hands and let them immerse you in the captivating melodies of the sea and Cornwall.

Joining The Press Gang are Kana: fresh off the release of their debut EP and excited about what lies ahead in 2024.
Their set has expanded to include even more original material, while they still hold plenty of focus on putting their individual, feminine twist on some folk classics.

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm. Show starts at 7.30pm
( Show ends about 10.00pm )

Click Here to Book Your Tickets in advance : Standard : £10.00 ( £12.00 On The Day )
( Tickets are non-refundable )

Reserved Seats
Free Car Parking On-Site

Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, Boscawen Street, St Austell at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall and Liskeard, Pike Street

NB : Card Payment Online now needs your Postcode (again) after the Card Security Number – Watch for it!

Amie Heard School of Dance presents “Narnia”

Amie Heard Dance "Narnia"

Amie Heard School of Dance presents “Narnia”

Two Shows on Saturday, 23rd March : 2.30pm and 7.00pm

Amie Heard School of Dance invites you to Step through the wardrobe and enter the magical world of Narnia.

But beware, great danger lies beneath Narnia’s beauty!
This mythical land is cursed by the White Witch’s wrathful magic – locked in an eternal winter without any Christmas !

But there is hope; there are whisperings of the Return of the Majestic Leader Aslan, and an ancient prophecy tells of four children who take Narnia’s throne & break the spell.

Follow Lucy’s journey as she stumbles through the wardrobe and the prophecy unfolds. There is immense risk, and the path is hampered by betrayal.

Will Aslan’s knowledge of Ancient Magic and his readiness to make the ultimate sacrifice lead the children to victory?

Join us on Saturday 23rd March to find out !

Doors Open and Licensed Bar, Soft Drinks etc – 30 minutes before each Show starts

Click Here to Book Your Tickets in advance :
Adults, 16 years plus : £9.00
Under16 : £7.00

( Tickets are non-refundable )

Reserved Seats
Free Car Parking On-Site

Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, Boscawen Street, St Austell at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall and Liskeard, Pike Street

NB : Card Payment Online now needs your Postcode (again) after the Card Security Number – Watch for it!

Henry Darke’s : “Chippy”

Henry Darke's 'Chippy'

In the heart of a Cornish fishing town, Chipahoy is the last local shop left standing.
Until now.

Will the arrival of new owner Frank, a charismatic cabbie from London, fan flames of bubbling anger, or ignite new passions?

And what are those ripples out at sea?

Will Charlie take over the boat from his legendary father Felix Hicks?
Will trawlerman Hunter Chapman turn local unease to his advantage?
And will young Shirley swap frying fish, for tying knots?

A riotous, daring new comedy, about what it means to live in Cornwall now, by Henry Darke.

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm. Show starts at 7.30pm

Tickets in advance :
Adults : £12.00
Over60s : £10.00
Students with ID : £10.00
Under18s : £10.00
On Benefits : £10.00

( Tickets are non-refundable )

Reserved Seats
Free Car Parking

Book Online or Phone CRBO on 01726 63513 (9.00am to 8.00pm)
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices inTruro, Boscawen Street, St Austell – at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall, Liskeard, Pike Street

NB : Card Payment Online now needs your Postcode (again) after the Card Security Number – Watch for it!

About the Artists
Henry is a writer, director and film maker. Profiled in Screen International’s ‘Stars of Tomorrow’, Henry’s short film Big Mouth premiered at BFI London Film Festival and was shortlisted for BAFTA. Winning Special Commendation at Encounters ‘for outstanding performances, for it’s passion and for the handling of a range of heartfelt relationships.

Henry directed Hooked for the Channel 4 ‘Coming Up’ series, the prestigious scheme promoting new talent. In 2018 Henry’s play Booby’s Bay was produced by The Finborough Theatre, supported by Bristol Old Vic.

Raised in Cornwall, Henry is passionate about fishing and Cornwall, and telling character driven, three-dimensional stories that reflect real life there.

The Premier Welsh Folk Band : “Ar Log”

"Ar Log" Welsh Folk BandDafydd Roberts – triple harp, flute, whistles, vocals
Iolo Jones – fiddle
Geraint Cynan – keyboards, vocals
Geraint Glynne Davies – guitar, lead vocal
Graham Pritchard – fiddle, mandolin, vocals
Gwyndaf Roberts – knee harp, vocals

‘Ar Log’ was formed in August 1976 specifically to represent Wales at a Celtic Festival in Lorient, Brittany.
Following the festival, on the advice of The Dubliners, the band decided to continue to perform and earn their living through touring. The band succeeded in touring full time for seven years, spending nine months of each year abroad.

Since it was formed in 1976, Ar Log’s sets have followed the long folk tradition in Wales of performing songs in the Welsh language as well as reviving the more ancient tradition of performing instrumental pieces. The group feature the Welsh triple harp and the name Ar Log means ‘on hire’.

By 1982, Ar Log had become particularly associated with Dafydd Iwan, a long-standing figure in the Welsh national movement. In 1983, Ar Log embarked on its second tour with Dafydd Iwan and recorded their second album together.
The new anthem for that tour was Yma o Hyd which has recently enjoyed a huge revival and has become an unofficial anthem for Wales’ National Football Team.

The band has performed in twenty one countries across the UK, Europe and both North & South America promoting Welsh traditional music and songs.
During their tours, Ar Log have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the folk world, namely Alan Stivell from Brittany, Mary Black, De Dannan, The Dubliners, The Clancy Brothers, The Furies and Clannad from Ireland, The Battlefield Band, Boys of the Lough, Silly Wizard and Run Rig from Scotland and many ‘World Music’ artists from all corners of the globe.
Between 1978 and 2018 Ar Log released eleven albums and two singles.

“Ar Log is one of the most durable and best-loved Welsh folk groups. The band’s extraordinary level of musicianship and manly and sensitive Welsh language vocals… can all be experienced on their recordings.” Christiana Roden, music journalist, New York

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm. Show starts at 7.30pm

Click Here to Book Your Tickets in advance : Standard : £15.00
( Tickets are non-refundable )
Reserved Searts
Free Car Parking On-Site

Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, Boscawen Street, St Austell at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall and Liskeard, Pike Street

NB : Card Payment Online now needs your Postcode (again) after the Card Security Number – Watch for it!

Cornwall Performing Arts : ‘Young Adults Theatre Workshop’

Landscape Theatre WorkshopAre you an adult or young person aged 16 and above passionate about theatre?
Are you keen to join a community of like minded people?

We are recruiting for our community theatre company!
Stormbox Theatre Company is part of Cornwall Performing Arts and is dedicated to creating and producing a wide range of productions and performances giving our members a broad and exciting experience.

We are looking for committed, passionate and dedicated people to come and make theatre with us!

This opportunity is open to all levels of experience – so whether you’re already a seasoned performer or have never stepped foot in a rehearsal studio, a warm welcome awaits!
Perhaps you are a college or university student looking to gain as much experience as possible, maybe you’ve been involved in community theatre for many years are are looking for a new creative challenge, or maybe you’ve always been an avid theatre lover and have always wondered what it might be like to tread the boards yourself – we want to hear from you!
We have opportunities for actors, singers, dancers and musicians to join our team.

We have put on this workshop to welcome new members.
After this workshop, you will be able to sign up to join the company. You’ll be able to work towards, and take part in, future productions, performances and projects.
Membership will require ongoing commitment to scheduled rehearsals and productions.
At the workshop, you’ll get an insight into the creative process and take part in some theatrical activities such as warm ups, devising and script work.
Being a member of this group is very exciting! Together we create and produce theatre productions across a range of genres, so we have a variety of roles available to suit all.
We can also offer opportunities to get involved in directing, costume design, staging, technical and more for those who wish.

The £5.00 fee for this workshop will be deducted from your first membership payment.

Book your place now and we’ll see you there!

For this workshop, comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for movement will be perfect.
Please also bring along a drink.
Any questions or queries in the meantime please email : to.life@outlook.com

Doors Open : 6.30pm. Workshop starts 7.00pm – Ends 8.30pm

Click Here toBook Your Place Now !   Workshop Fee : £5.00 per person (in advance, please)

Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, St Austell, Bodmin and Liskeard

Kiri Pritchard-McLean : ‘Peacock’

Kiri Pritchard-McCleanLittle Wander in association with PBJ presents Kiri Pritchard-McLean : “Peacock”

Star of 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, Have I Got News For You and QI Kiri Pritchard-McLean has had a busy few years. As well as hosting Live at the Apollo, fronting the Radio 4 panel show Best Medicine and starting a comedy school, she’s become a foster parent. 

Didn’t know that about her?
Well, until now she hasn’t been able to talk about it on stage, she hasn’t even told the kids in her care that she’s a comedian. Oh, and she uses a different name – she’s the Bruce Wayne of comedy but without the mansions.

However, this year something changed and after a couple of the eggiest gigs of her career in boardrooms to social workers a show about becoming a foster carer has been signed off! So, come and join “Louise” as she lifts the lid on social workers, first aid training and what not to do when a vicar searches for you on YouTube. 

Join the co-creator and co-host of cult hit podcast All Killa No Filla for a joyous and uplifting show from a comedian known for making “powerhouse stand-up from the thorniest of subjects” (The Guardian).

“expect sequins, social commentary, and massive laughs from the renaissance woman of UK comedy” Rolling Stone

Age Guidance: 15+
Photo Credit : Drew Forsyth

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm. Show starts at 7.30pm
Approximate End time : 9.45pm

ClickHere to Book Your Tickets in advance :
Standard : £16.00
Over65s : £14.00

Special Offer : 10 Seats available on “Pay What You Like” prices ! £4.00 / £8.00 / £12.00 / £16.00
Phone CRBO to Book your ‘Pay What You Like’ price ! 01726 63513

Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, Boscawen Street, St Austell at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall and Liskeard, Pike Street

The Remi Harris ‘Hot Club Trio’

Remi Harris 'Hot Club Trio'One of the UK’s most exciting guitarists, Remi Harris is joined by double bassist, Tom Moore, and rhythm guitarist, Chris Nesbitt, to present an enthralling evening of Gypsy Jazz and Blues.

Combining musical virtuosity with passion and flair, this dynamic trio deliver a mesmerising show inspired by Django Reinhardt, Peter Green, Wes Montgomery, Jimi Hendrix and Joe Pass.

The Trio features Remi on a variety of acoustic and electric guitars playing an eclectic mix of original compositions, jazz standards and new arrangements of his favourite tunes.
He has toured worldwide as well as performing at Buckingham Palace, Montreal Jazz Festival, BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall with Jamie Cullum, on BBC 4 Television and live on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 3.

Quotes :
“He’s an absolutely extraordinary musician” Jamie Cullum, BBC Radio 2
“Remi is a phenomenal player specialising in both Gypsy Jazz, and Blues guitar. He’s a true master of both genres. His live performances have audiences totally mesmerised with his artistry, virtuosity, musicality, and deeply felt passion for his music”
Martin Taylor MBE
“Your playing is spectacular” ; Peter Frampton
“a brilliant guitar player” ; Cerys Matthews, BBC Radio 2 & BBC 6 Music
“a tremendously gifted player” ; John Etheridge
“One of the UK’s foremost gypsy jazz guitarists” ; Music Radar
“The standard of playing is stunning” ★★★★★ Guitar Techniques Magazine
“a remarkable musician” ★★★★ Jazz Journal
“seriously good… a player of skill and versatility” ★★★★ thejazzmann.co.uk
“extraordinary guitar talent” ★★★★ R2 Rock’n’Reel Magazine

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm. Show starts at 7.30pm

Click Here to Book Your Tickets in advance :
Standard : £16.50

( £18.00 On The Door – if available )
( Tickets are non-refundable )

Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
Buy In-Person at Tourist Offices in : Truro, Boscawen Street, St Austell at Rail Station, Bodmin, Shire Hall and Liskeard, Pike Street

FREE ‘St Austell Bay Seagrass & Maerl Evening’

Seagrass and Maerl Evening

Free ‘St Austell Bay Seagrass & Maerl Evening’

Join the Cornwall Wildlife Trust for evening of informative talks about some of our most important marine habitats.

Throughout the talks, we will be exploring many aspects of these extraordinary local species including, the amazing wildlife and ecosystem they support, why they are so central to help tackling the nature and climate crisis as a blue carbon habitat, how we can protect it as a local community and more!

We’ll also be revealing the findings from our St Austell Bay Blue Carbon Mapping Project funded by the G7 Legacy Project through Natural England, including brand new results from our latest survey work.

We will also be giving details about the new Community Conservation Project focused on Seagrass and how you can get involved.

More information on speakers will be available soon!

Where: St Austell Arts Theatre

When: Thursday, 18th April, Starts at 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 6.00pm

Tickets : This evening is completely FREE however Booking is required – Please Click Here !

Car Parking: There is  free car park on-site. However,  we’d encourage car sharing where possible.

This event has been made possible through the Your Shore.