‘Posting Letters To The Moon’

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A romantic, funny and very touching portrait of life during the Second World War featuring readings of letters between Oscar-nominated actress Celia Johnson (Brief Encounter) and her explorer and writer husband Peter Fleming (brother of James Bond creator Ian Fleming) who was posted to India and the Far East during the war working for Military Intelligence.

Not only are the letters highly engaging, but they also provide a fascinating historical insight into that time of true austerity and fearfulness.

‘… simply spellbinding performance…revealing an abundance of love and affection between ordinary people caught in extraordinary times… a theatrical gem’. British Theatre Guide.

The letters are read by their daughter Lucy Fleming (Love Sarah, Miranda in The Archers) and her husband Simon Williams (Upstairs Downstairs, Justin in The Archers, EastEnders) and give an insight into a young mother’s life coping during the war and tell of Celia Johnson’s experience of filming with Noel Coward, David Lean and her thoughts while making the classic film Brief Encounter in 1945.

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

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Reserved Seats
Free Parking
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Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
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Kernow Comedy’s ‘Comedian Of The Year’ (Semi-Final) Competition

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St Austell Arts Centre proudly presents the semi-final of The Cornwall Comedian of the Year Competition.

Back for its 4th year the Competition sees some of the finest up and coming comedic talent in the South West competing for a spot in the final to win the prestigious Jethro Cup along with a Cash Prize and a future paid Headline spot with Kernow Comedy
.
Seven to Eight comedy acts will show up to present their best Ten Minutes of Comedy which the audience then vote for the Top Two plus a Wild Card to go through to the Final.
These shows always sell out and have a great variety of acts for you to see.

As always, the night is capped off with a Headline act and this year we have an absolute belter in Cornwall’s own Harriet Dyer.

Harriet’s seen on Live At The Apollo, Rosie Jones’ Disability Comedy Extravaganza, Comedy Central Live & The Russell Howard Hour.
Harriet’s other TV credits include Jokes Only Neurodivergent People Can Tell on Channel 4 and Movie Megastars : Made In The 80s on Sky Max, as well as Elephant In The Room, The Fringe Comedy Showcase, The 13 Million Club,and The Good, The Bad & The Unexpected all on BBC Radio.

Harriet was a main writer for both seasons of Jon Richardson’s Channel Hopping on Channel 4, and she wrote for and starred in Meet the Richardsons on Dave.
In 2024, Harriet won The Channel 4 Sean Lock Comedy Award and she won The Neurodiverse Review’s Neurodivergent Representation Award at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe.

“A must-see and a masterclass of originality” ★★★★★ Neurodiverse Review
“Delightfully chaotic” Fest Mag
“Comedy needs more voices like Dyer’s” Chortle
“…such well-written and crafted work with articulate storytelling magic” ThreeWeeks

Your MC for the evening will be Kernow Comedy’s Tom Rodgers.
“Tom’s confident stage presence and seamless interaction with the audience make comedy look easy.
His quick-witted humor keeps the laughs rolling effortlessly. A performance that feels as smooth as it is entertaining.” – Ben, Torquay Comedy Club.
“A rising star of the south west circuit, Tom Rodgers certainly has funny bones.” – Comedy HQ

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm.
Show starts at 7.30pm and will be approximately 2 1/2 hours with intervals.

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‘LITTLE RED’ – A Rockin’ 80s Pantomime Adventure!

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Adults £15.00 (Ages 14 and over )
Under14s : £12.50
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🎸🎭 LITTLE RED – A Rockin’ 80s Pantomime Adventure!
This Christmas, get ready to rock as St Austell Arts Centre brings you a fun-filled, music-packed, laugh-out-loud pantomime like no other—Little Red! 🎤🎸

This brand-new, professional production of Little Red Riding Hood is bursting with catchy 1980s rock anthems, larger-than-life characters, and all the magic of panto! Written by the fantastic Ryan Alexander Full and starring the incredible Alice Waterfield, whose amazing singing will have the whole family dancing in their seats! 🎶✨

👢 Big Boots, Big Laughs & Big Hair! 👢
Join Little Red as she sets off on an adventure through the mystical forest, but watch out—there’s a rock ‘n’ roll Big Bad Wolf on the loose! With plenty of audience interaction, side-splitting comedy, and sing-along moments, this is a pantomime the whole family will love!

🎭 What to Expect:
🎸 A classic fairy tale with a rocking 80s twist!
🐺 A hilarious, music-loving Big Bad Wolf!
🎤 Live performances of legendary 80s hits!
😂 All the fun, silliness, and surprises of panto!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Affordable family entertainment—a magical Christmas treat for everyone!

🎟️ Tickets on sale now—book early to secure your seats!

We’re bringing the magic home with a fantastic, professional show made for the people of St Austell and beyond!

So dust off your air guitars, grab your dancing shoes, and join us for the ultimate Christmas adventure—Little Red is ready to rock! 🎶🔥

Evening Performances : Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 7.00pm. Show starts at 7.30pm
Saturday Matinee Doors & Bar from 2.00pm. Show starts at 2.30pm

( NB There is NO Performance on Thursday, 18th December )

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Adults £15.00 (Ages 14 and over )
Under14s : £12.50
(Tickets are non-refundable)
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Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
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Agatha Christie : ‘A Murder Is Announced’

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Agatha Christie’s famous whodunit is welcomed to the St Austell Arts Centre by St Austell Players.

Come to have your mind bent trying to work out the twist, can you beat the great Miss Marple to it?

Or will you have to watch to solve it.

We look forward to entertaining the mind

Performances from Wednesday, 19th to Saturday, 22nd March

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

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Adults : £14.00
Under16s : £8.00
Students w ID : £8.00

Advance booking is greatly appreciated but there may also be tickets available On The Door.

( NB Please do not call CRBO. Tickets are only available via the link above )

‘Soundwaves St Austell’

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Earlybirds ! : £20.00 – Only available until the end of April !
Standard : £25.00
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🎸🌊 Soundwaves St Austell – Cornwall’s Ultimate Live Music Festival! 🎶☀️

Get ready, St Austell—Soundwaves is coming! 🌊🎸 This two-day live music festival is all about incredible local talent, great vibes, and an unforgettable weekend of music and fun for all ages!

With two stages showcasing some of Cornwall’s best bands and musicians, including two incredible headline acts, this is a festival by the people, for the people—bringing the community together through the power of live music.

🌟 What to Expect:
🎶 Two stages packed with non-stop live music
🔥 Show-stopping headline acts straight from Cornwall
🍔 Local food vendors serving up delicious festival bites
🍻 Fully licensed bar to keep the good times flowing

🎟️ Affordable, fun, and full of local spirit—this is the festival St Austell has been waiting for!
Whether you’re here to rock out, chill out, or dance all weekend, Soundwaves St Austell is the place to be this summer!

So, grab your crew, bring the family, and let’s make waves together! 🌊🔥🎶

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from 1.30pm. Music starts at 2.00pm through to 9.30pm !

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Earlybirds ! : £20.00 – Only available until the end of April !
Standard : £25.00
(Tickets are non-refundable)
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Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
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“The Big Yellow Tambourine Man “Band, A Tribute to Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell

A Tribute to Bob Dylan & Joni Mitchell : A Passionate Tribute to Two Musical Legends!

Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan are both ranked in Rolling Stone’s ‘Top Ten Singer-Songwriters of All Time’ and their legacy is honoured in this stunning tribute, ‘The Big Yellow Tambourine Man Band’.

With unrivalled musical authenticity this multi-instrumentalist five-piece covers all the hits including ‘Like a Rolling Stone’, ‘Both Sides Now’, ‘Blowin’ in the Wind’, ‘Big Yellow Taxi’, fronted by Isabelle Nutton and Bob Thomson as Joni and Bob.

It’s an exhilarating evening of songwriting genius, expertly presented with passion and humour.
Audiences will be taken on a journey through Joni’s and Bob’s histories, poetry and artistry, their trademark guitars and pianos backed by a full band and augmented with the evocative sounds of the Wurlitzer, harmonica and dulcimer.

There will be nostalgic stops along the way in Greenwich Village, Laurel Canyon, the Isle of Wight and beyond. A ‘trip’ your theatre’s audience will NOT want to miss, especially as early 2025 sees the release of James Mangold’s new Bob Dylan biopic ‘A Complete Unknown’, starring Timothée Chalamet.

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from at least 7.00pm. Show starts at 7.30pm
Reserved Seats
Free Car Parking

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Tickets are non-refundable
Book Online or Phone 01726 63513 ( 9.00am to 8.00pm )
or
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“Whispers of the Unseen”

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A Theatrical Journey Into The Unseen

This extraordinary one-man show, performed by British actor Tony King, is set to take audiences on a breathtaking journey into the mysterious world of angels.

Blending powerful storytelling, real-life encounters, and thought-provoking reflections, this 90-minute theatrical experience will leave you questioning: Have you ever met an angel?
Or… could you be one?

This deeply moving and universal story promises to inspire, connect, and spark conversation long after the curtain falls.

Don’t miss your chance to witness this unforgettable production!

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

Sorry, This event has been Cancelled

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“Cornwall and The Sea” : The Press Gang and Mevagissey Male Choir

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After sharing the bill at a wonderful show on the Hall for Cornwall’s grand stage last year, The Press Gang and Mevagissey Male Choir are excited to have another opportunity to perform together at St Austell Arts Theatre.

Renowned throughout our Celtic land for their ability to rework traditional shanties and folk songs into their own harmonious, energetic style, The Press Gang love mixing Cornish tradition with raucous entertainment.

Established over 50 years ago, Mevagissey Male Choir are one of the most acclaimed and popular choirs in Cornwall, proven so by them winning the 2024 International Choral Contest.

‘Cornwall and the Sea’ promises to be an evening of songs of our beloved Kernow and the sea around it that has helped shaped its identity.

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

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Reserved Seats
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“Junkies” : Written and Directed by Nick Bamford

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Written and directed by Nick Bamford

A young man who needs money dates an older man who has more than enough.
As their relationship develops it becomes clear that they have more in common than either realises, and that each can help the other to find a way forward.

In the wake of the opioid scandal, this gay age-gap romance with an edge finds that there are many kinds of addiction.

The play is performed by Nigel Fairs and Langley Howard.

Nigel’s work includes Translations at the National Theatre and the recent Film : “In From the Side” as well as Silent Witness and Emmerdale.
Langley was in “Come Out Fighting” as well as the award-winning Film : Malus.

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

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(Tickets are non-refundable)
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Mark Radcliffe & David Boardman: An Evening of Music, Mirth, and Mayhem

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Mark Radcliffe & David Boardman: An Evening of Music, Mirth, and Mayhem

Prepare for a night of exceptional entertainment as Mark Radcliffe and David Boardman take the stage, bringing their unique blend of music, storytelling, and humour to our theatre.

Mark Radcliffe is a man of many talents—broadcaster, writer, and musician—whose voice has graced BBC National Radio since the early ’90s.
Currently, he hosts the Radio 2 Folk Show and weekend breakfast on BBC 6Music. Beyond the airwaves, Mark has authored five bestselling books, including Crossroads – In Search Of The Moments That Changed Music.
His musical ventures are as diverse as his broadcasting career, having been a member of folk-rock bands The Family Mahone and Galleon Blast. He is also one half of the electronic duo UNE and serves as drummer and lyricist for the Americana band Fine Lines.

David Boardman is a seasoned singer-songwriter and consummate guitarist.
He cut his teeth on the rock circuit with Darktown Jubilee, touring the UK, North America, and Canada.
A gifted visual artist, David met Mark in their hometown of Knutsford, where their writing partnership soon paid dividends.

Together, Mark and David offer an act of classic simplicity: two voices, two guitars, original songs, carefully chosen covers, and the occasional rambling anecdote. It might not sound like much, but they seem to be getting away with it… so far.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience an evening filled with music, laughter, and the undeniable chemistry between two of Cheshire’s finest talents.

Doors Open and Licensed Bar from at least 6.30pm. Show starts at 7.30pm
Reserved Seats
Free Car Parking

Click Here to Book Your Tickets in advance : Standard : £15.00
Tickets are non-refundable
NB : Card Payment Online now needs your Postcode (again) after the Card Security Number – Look for an extra ‘field’ on the Card form !

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