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Displaying events between 01 October 2024 and 31 October 2024

An Evening of Burlesque Roll up, roll up. . . a scintillating night out of sparkling entertainment – the UK’s longest running burlesque show – is back touring the nation. And, it’s bigger than ever.
Join us for the good old-fashioned night out as we bring you the ultimate variety show, blending stylish cabaret, comedy, music, circus and burlesque to light up all your senses.
With world-class entertainers and stars of the stage and screen – prepare for an extravaganza of glitz and glamour! Expect fun, feathers and fabulous costumes as we pick from the finest selection of specialty artistes, cabaret and circus stars, comedians and champagne showgirls! It’s the perfect night for everyone.
An Evening of Burlesque is filled with artistic spectacle that has enraptured audiences for centuries. This sensational variety show brings together a bounty of beautiful stars for an unrivalled variety show for the 21st Century! Expect the unexpected with plenty of glitter and glamour! It’s cocktails and cabaret o’clock!
An Evening of Burlesque - we are waiting for you! Tickets on sale now!
Content is subject to change. Over-18s advised
 Dates: Sat 19 Booking and More Information
Andrew Child In Too Deep is the 29th Jack Reacher thriller, and the fifth in the universally acclaimed collaboration between Lee Child and his brother Andrew. As James Patterson puts it 'Two Childs are even better than one'.

How does their writing relationship work? How has Jack Reacher become such a huge brand? - It's said a Reacher novel is sold somewhere in the world every nine seconds. The books have been made in to films starring Tom Cruise and the recent smash hit No.1 Prime Video series.

Andrew Child, who has also written thrillers under the name Andrew Grant, is hot-footing it from his home in Wyoming to tell us all about it.

Please note that Lee Child will not be appearing at this event.
 Dates: Sat 26 Booking and More Information
Ben Elton Following the huge success of Ben Elton’s critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to live comedy after a fifteen year hiatus, the undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road with his new show – Authentic Stupidity.

Ben says ’Since my last live tour a whole new existential threat has emerged to threaten humanity! Apparently Artificial Intelligence is going to destroy us all! Well I reckon our real problem isn’t Artificial Intelligence it’s good old fashioned Authentic Stupidity! Forget AI! It’s AS we need to be worrying about!'

Ben Elton first exploded into the national consciousness back in the 1980’s hosting Channel 4’s ground breaking Saturday Live and he's been setting the standard for gag filled, taboo busting, tonsil rattling, mind expanding stand-up comedy ever since!

Age restriction: 16+ Dates: Sat 26 Booking and More Information
Billy Billingham MBE: Always A Little Further Billy Billingham MBE QCB is as tough as they come. Chief Instructor on Channel 4’s  SAS: Who Dares Wins, Paratrooper, decorated SAS leader, and a bodyguard to Hollywood superstars, Billy has seen extreme combat and gruelling missions aplenty. Spend an extraordinary evening with him, as he shares his incredible, inspirational story.

For these exclusive live events, Billy will share stories of his astonishing experiences; from leaving school at 11 and running with gangs in Birmingham before joining the Royal Marine cadets and Parachute Regiment, to rising to the rank of sergeant major in the SAS and undertaking dozens of classified and extremely dangerous missions. He’ll consider the 20 years he spent serving in countless warzones, winning a commendation for bravery and being awarded an MBE by the Queen, before embracing the life of a bodyguard to celebrities such as Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, Sir Michael Caine, Tom Cruise and Russell Crowe.

Finally, Billy will take us behind the scenes of SAS: Who Dares Wins, where he has gained a reputation for excellence, honesty and integrity, supporting his fellow DS, but also intimidating and inspiring the contestants who take on the demanding challenges each week.

Educating, entertaining, and enthralling in equal measure, and with the chance to pose your questions to the man himself, this event will inspire those wishing to seek a challenge and conquer it – the SAS way. Dates: Wed 16 Booking and More Information
Bridget Collins Bridget Collins is the international bestselling author of The Binding and The Betrayals. She is also the author of seven acclaimed books for young adults and has had two plays produced, one at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Bridget will be talking about her career and her brilliant new book, The Silence Factory, a breathtaking tale of a man whose search for silence leads him into a world on the edge of time and magic. Dates: Sat 26 Booking and More Information
Carol Klein Hortobiography
Carol Klein is one of Britain's best loved horticulturists, and for decades gardening has been her life. In her extraordinary memoir, she tells the story of her life through the gardens - and the gardeners - who have shaped her, from learning at her grandfather's feet to building award-winning landscapes at the Chelsea Flower Show.
Exploring why our gardens are so important to her - and to all of us - and how they bring joy, creativity and good health to our lives, Carol also offers irresistible insights on her favourite flowers and plants, and how to help them flourish. A story of a life lived happily amongst the greenery, this book is the perfect companion for anyone who has sought solace in the natural world. Dates: Sun 27 Booking and More Information
Celia Imrie An entertaining afternoon with award-winning actress and author Celia Imrie, star of such classic films as The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel and soon to be seen in Richard Osman’s The Thursday Murder Club. Celia is also a familiar face from her many stage and TV appearances.

She will be talking about her long and distinguished life in acting and her latest novel, Meet Me at Rainbow Corner, inspired by the resilience and camaraderie of women during the Second World War. Together with Fidelis Morgan, the book’s researcher, and with the help of letters and photos from the time, she will delve into the back ground of her heart-warming novel, where a group of courageous women find themselves working alongside GI soldiers, forging bonds that transcend borders and defying the ravages of war. Dates: Sun 27 Booking and More Information
Debut Fiction Panel: Matt Coyne, Jennie Godfrey & Samuel Burr Three debut authors come together to talk about their novels and the journeys they went on to getting their first book published.

Matt Coyne is one of the UK’s leading parenting bloggers with his ManVsBaby blog, that has amassed over 450,000 followers. He has also recently started a career in stand-up comedy, selling out his first tour - Trolls and Tribulations - across the country. Frank & Red is his heartfelt and hilarious debut novel.

Jennie Godfrey's debut novel was an instant Sunday Times Bestseller. Set in the late seventies The List of Suspicious Things is the the story of two 12 year old girls who set out to find out who the identity of the Yorkshire Ripper. It's moving, charming, heart-warming and heart-breaking.

Samuel Burr has developed and produced popular-factual shows including the Bafta-nominated Secret Life of 4 -Year Olds. A documentary he shot inside a retirement village when he was eighteen years old launched his career in TV and inspired his debut, The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers, another sure fire Sunday Times bestseller.
Dates: Sun 27 Booking and More Information
G's Dance: 18+ Heels Choreography A class that is purely one of a kind in the area. Slip into something that makes you feel WOW and come and rediscover how amazing you really are. These classes are all about fuelling that inner confidence, strutting your stuff, and dancing in ways (and heels) surrounded by nothing but support you’d only dream of on a Wednesday night!
Intermediate 18+
Teacher: Georgia Green Dates: Wed 09, Wed 16, Wed 23, Wed 30 Booking and More Information
G's Dance: Heels Core Technique For those dying to roll, twist, turn and drop in those heels BUT are potentially a bit nervous this is the class for YOU. Just as unique, supportive, and sassy as the Wednesday class, Core Technique is slower paced and all about building those foundations to get you ready for that next “step”.
Beginner 18+ Teacher: Georgia Green
 Dates: Thu 03, Thu 10, Thu 17, Thu 24, Thu 31 Booking and More Information
G's Dance: Mini and Me Mini & Me is a class designed for you and your little ones to fuse movement and precious moments together to all YOUR favourite tunes. No nursery rhymes here, just the latest greatest music and some dance steps that are easy enough for even your little walkers to copy.

Devised for you and your mini-me, 0-3 years of age, you can dance whilst wearing your baby in a carrier OR allow them to dance along themselves.
 Dates: Fri 04, Fri 11, Fri 25 Booking and More Information
G's Dance: Pro Weekly WERKshops A class that focuses on current and exciting dance styles for up and coming or passionate and re-igniting that flame performer! From Commercial to Jazz, MT to Lyrical this class will cover your dance wants and needs no matter where you are in life and career.
Intermediate 15+. Teacher: Georgia Green
 Dates: Wed 02, Wed 09, Wed 16, Wed 23, Wed 30 Booking and More Information
Her Honour Wendy Joseph KC Her Honour Wendy Joseph KC examines four gripping trials in her new book, Rough Justice. She excavates matching historical cases of murder and intrigue. But, as she compares these modern courtroom tales with eerily similar cases and miscarriages of justice from years ago, might the most chilling story of all be that the lessons of the past have yet to be learned?

From the trial of a child charged with disposing of dismembered body parts, to the woman accused of killing her own husband, Wendy sets out how our justice system works.

Until March 2022 Wendy was a judge at the Old Bailey, sitting on criminal cases, trying mainly allegations of murder and other homicide. She sat as a full-time judge from 2007 to 2022. When she moved to the Old Bailey in 2012 she was the only woman amongst sixteen judges, and only the third woman ever to hold a permanent position there. She was also a Diversity and Community Relations Judge, working to promote understanding between the judiciary and many different sectors of our community, particularly those from less privileged and minority groups. She mentors young people, from a variety of backgrounds, who hope for a career in law and has a special interest in helping women.

Her first book, Unlawful Killings, won the Crime Writer’s Association ‘Gold Dagger’ for Non-fiction and was a Sunday Times bestseller. Dates: Sat 26 Booking and More Information
John Nichol: The Unknown Warrior In an emotional personal journey, former RAF
Tornado Navigator and prisoner-of-war John
Nichol retraces the Unknown Warrior’s journey
home from the battlefields of Northern France
to Westminster Abbey. In this remarkable and
highly emotive theatrical experience, brought to
life with haunting visuals, and an arousing sound
scape, the audience will be taken back to these
explosive times and experience, the fervour of
those that have gone before us. Dates: Tue 22 Booking and More Information
Kate Humble Much-loved TV presenter Kate Humble brings you her heartwarming new cookbook, Home Made, Along with a wide range of recipes, Kate also offers inspiring stories from 20 individuals who play a role in bringing food to our tables, from basket-weavers and apron-makers to blacksmiths and woodworkers; potters and glassblowers to fishermen and cheese-makers; farmers and chocolatiers to distillers and salters.

Home Made is perfect for anyone who cherishes good, sustainable food and wants to connect with what they are eating, celebrate local producers, and create delicious meals in the comfort of their own kitchen.

Kate Humble is a broadcaster and author of five books, including Thinking On My Feet, A Year of Living Simply, Home Cooked and Where the Hearth Is. A champion of the environment, nature conservation and rural affairs, she is president of the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust and founded Humble by Nature, a rural skills centre on her farm in Wales. Dates: Fri 25 Booking and More Information
Lesley Pearse Lesley Pearse is one of the world’s leading storytellers with numerous No.1 bestsellers to her name and fans who span the globe. A Lesley Pearse book is sold every 4 minutes in the UK and with sales of over 10 million copies, she has dominated the bestseller charts for the last 30 years. Yet Lesley’s success is all the more remarkable because her first book wasn’t published until she was 48, and until that moment, her life was more incredible than any fiction.

Told with Lesley’s trademark warmth, wit and poignancy, her autobiography The Long and Winding Road is the extraordinary story of a remarkable woman fighting against the odds to achieve her dreams, and finally winning. Dates: Sun 27 Booking and More Information
Lost In Music LOST IN MUSIC – The Original Disco Show!

Embark on an electrifying journey through the sensational 70s. Our world class band and dazzling vocals are set to transport you straight to the heart of disco fever.

Get ready to re-live timeless hits from icons like Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge and Chic.

Dress to impress in your most fabulous disco attire as we pay homage to the golden age of disco. From the irresistible beats of “Never Can Say Goodbye” to the pulsating rhythm of “Boogie Wonderland,” we’ve got an unforgettable lineup that’ll keep you grooving all night long.

Don’t miss out on the feel-good show of the year – join us, lose yourself in the music, and leave your worries behind!
 Dates: Thu 31 Booking and More Information
Macbeth A full-scale production set in the murky Dark Ages where love, politics and
witchcraft collide.
A warworn Macbeth is told by three sisters that he is fated to become King
of Scotland so beginning a series of events that lead to the destruction of
Kings, friends and souls as he, and his Lady, try to cling to the tainted crown.
Enjoy this classic tale as portrayed by William Shakespeare with sorcery,
ghostly apparitions and spectacular sword fights!

Age Recommendation: 11+
Genre: Drama
Number of actors: 10
Running time: 145 mins approx.
Number of intervals: 1
Warnings: Use of haze throughout, intermittent flashing lights (not strobes),
loud noises, choreographed fights, use of stage blood Dates: Thu 10 Booking and More Information
Mania - The Abba Tribute 2024 Direct from London’s West End, MANIA is accepted as the world’s number one ABBA tribute production.

Dig out those platforms, dust down those flares, join in and party to all your favourite hits including ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘Voulez Vous’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Winner Takes It All’, and ‘Super Trouper’.
Dates: Fri 11 Booking and More Information
Movement Through Cancer Movement Through Cancer is a movement and dance class taking place at Westlands Entertainment Venue in Yeovil, designed specifically for anyone undergoing cancer treatment, in recovery, and those affected by cancer. The sessions are led by a team of specially trained, friendly teachers, with support of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and The Octagon Theatre.
The creative dance and movement-based sessions are a chance to explore moving and dancing to music in a relaxed, uplifting and fun environment. Participants will be supported throughout with seated and standing options, plus time to connect and chat over a free cup of tea or coffee at the end of every session.
When: Monday's 1:30pm - 3pm
Where: Westlands Entertainment Venue, Yeovil, BA20 2DD
Summer Term: 22 April – 8 July (no sessions on 6 May, 27 May)
£4 suggested donation per week
For ages 18+
Spaces are limited so advanced booking is advised

Free Parking. Step-free access. A carer / partner / friend is welcome to attend with you for free.
Dates: Mon 07, Mon 14 Booking and More Information
Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers Join the celebration of Mugenkyo’s landmark 30th anniversary, with a very special show of big beats, visual treats & vital energy.

Taking the audience on a journey ‘in time’, a thrilling ride through their 30 years, the concert is a full theatrical experience, with dynamic choreography and heart-pounding rhythms contrasting with atmospheric soundscapes.

As Europe’s longest-established taiko group, Mugenkyo are widely recognised as the ground-breaking pioneers of this exciting art-form, thrilling audiences at thousands of performances worldwide, now returning with their first major UK tour in almost 5 years.

In the meantime, Mugenkyo have been busy on projects such as collaborating on the ambitious “World of Gods” with the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra, filming for the Hollywood film “Tin Soldier” in Greece with Jamie Foxx and Robert DeNiro, a 2-week run at the World Expo in Dubai, the BBC TV Tokyo Olympics, a 26-date run at the Adelaide Fringe, the “Fire & Light” site-specific project, regular online workshops & performances, along with rebuilding their purpose-built residential studio.

In 2024 they return to the road with an electrifying and uplifting performance of skill, stamina and soul, just ‘in time’ for this special Birthday Bash! Don’t miss it! Dates: Tue 29 Booking and More Information
Octagon Inclusive Dance - Morning Class This is a creative class for adults with different abilities in Somerset. An inclusive contemporary dance class for disabled adults and their carers in Somerset, who are looking to learn new dance skills, improve fitness, have fun and move to music.
The sessions are fully inclusive and accessible with an emphasis on self-expression, fun and building friendships. The sessions are led and delivered by a professional team of artists and a dedicated support worker.
Carers can either take part in the session or are welcome to take some time out and relax in our Lounge Bar at Westlands.

If you would like a better idea of the type of activity and dance you will be taking part in at the sessions check out this video, where you will meet Anna’s integrated dance group called No Limits based in Bridport: https://youtu.be/jBzwRaTJir8

Venue: Westlands Entertainment Venue, Yeovil, BA20 2DD
Time: Tuesday’s 10:30am – 12noon
Age Group: 18+
Price: £5 per week
Teacher: Anna Golding & Mickey Bonome
 Dates: Tue 08, Tue 15, Tue 22 Booking and More Information
Octagon Junior Choir Dates: Wed 02, Wed 09, Wed 16 Booking and More Information
Octagon Street Dance Juniors: Carrie Madgwick Time: 5 – 5:45pm
Age Group: 5-9 years
Price: £5 per week
Teacher: Carrie Madgwick
Venue: Octagon Theatre
Capacity per class: 16 Spaces
Energetic, lively, structured classes which improve fitness, flexibility, co-ordination, muscular strength and confidence. Learn the latest funky moves, routines and dance styles with all your favourite music. For more information please contact Carrie Madgwick on [email protected]. Dates: Thu 03, Thu 10, Thu 17, Thu 24 Booking and More Information
Octagon Street Dance Seniors: Carrie Madgwick Time: 6 – 6:45pm
Age Group: 10-16 years
Price: £5 per week
Teacher: Carrie Madgwick
Venue: Octagon Theatre
Capacity per class: 16 Spaces
Energetic, lively, structured classes which improve fitness, flexibility, co-ordination, muscular strength and confidence. Learn the latest funky moves, routines and dance styles with all your favourite music. For more information please contact Carrie Madgwick: [email protected].
 Dates: Thu 03, Thu 10, Thu 17, Thu 24 Booking and More Information
Octagon Youth Theatre: Juniors Octagon Youth Theatre (Juniors)
Be a part of The Octagon Youth Theatre’s Junior Company, where you’ll get opportunities to perform and be involved in performances both on and off stage. In our youth theatre sessions you’ll play lots of games, create and tell your own stories, develop characters, work from scripts and learn to work as part of a team and theatre company. Our sessions are designed to build confidence, and are the perfect opportunity to make new friends and have fun.
You don’t need any experience to join our Octagon Youth Theatre, just bring energy and a willingness to get creative. The emphasis is on being creative and on enjoyment, but also to be pushed to create something brilliant.
There are no auditions for taking part and everyone is welcome.
Westlands Entertainment Venue is fully accessible. Please let us know any access needs you have in advance.
Time: Thursday’s 5pm - 6pm
Age Group: 7 - 11 years
Price: £5 per week
Venue: Westlands Entertainment Venue
Sessions will be led by experienced facilitator, director and teacher Sarah Lowery.
Dates: Thu 03, Thu 10, Thu 17, Thu 24 Booking and More Information
Octagon Youth Theatre: Seniors Octagon Youth Theatre (Seniors)
Be a part of The Octagon Youth Theatre’s Junior Company, where you’ll get opportunities to perform and be involved in performances both on and off stage. In our youth theatre sessions you’ll play lots of games, create and tell your own stories, develop characters, work from scripts and learn to work as part of a team and theatre company. Our sessions are designed to build confidence, and are the perfect opportunity to make new friends and have fun.
Come and join our dynamic rehearsal room and learn how to devise original and exciting theatre from scratch. If you are aged 12-18, this is an excellent opportunity to push yourself to the next level. You don’t need any experience to join our Octagon Youth Theatre, just bring energy and a willingness to get creative. The emphasis is on being creative and on enjoyment, but also to be pushed to create something brilliant.
There are no auditions for taking part and everyone is welcome.
Westlands Entertainment Venue is fully accessible. Please let us know any access needs you have in advance.
Time: Thursday’s 6.15pm – 7.15pm
Age Group: 12 - 18 years
Price: £5 per week
Venue: Westlands Entertainment Venue
Sessions will be led by experienced facilitator, director and teacher Sarah Lowery.
Dates: Thu 03, Thu 10, Thu 17, Thu 24 Booking and More Information
Parkinsons Dance A fun and creative movement-based class, designed specifically to address the symptoms of Parkinson’s.

With support of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and The Octagon Theatre, classes are led by a team of two specially trained, friendly teachers, using the Parkinson’s Dance Science model that combines creative dance, research evidence and physiotherapeutic effect. Classes feature a variety of dance styles, focusing on: posture, strength, coordination, balance, creativity, suppleness and most of all, fun!

Participants will be supported throughout with seated and standing options, plus time to chat over a free cup of tea or coffee at the end of every session.

When: Mondays 10am - 11.30am
Where: Ridgway Hall, Staceys Court, Bow Street, Langport, TA10 9PQ
Summer Term: 22 April – 8 July (no sessions on 6 May, 27 May)

£4 suggested donation per week
Spaces are limited so advanced booking is advised

Free Parking. Step-free access. A carer / partner / friend is welcome to attend with you for free.

Classes are part of the Octagon Theatre’s Arts Engagement & Outreach programme. The Parkinson Dance Science Model was co-founded by Neuro-Physiotherapist Dr Sophia Hulbert and Dance Artist Aimee Hobbs with support from Pavilion Dance South West.

All bookings are subject to a £2 transaction Fee.
 Dates: Mon 07, Mon 14 Booking and More Information
Paul Sinha Paul is a beloved and perennial favourite of the nation's teatime, frequently attracting millions of viewers on The Chase, and has in recent years had a successful leap back onto the stand-up circuit, selling out his most recent acclaimed Edinburgh show Pauly Bengali.

As a boy, Paul struggled to find his place in a world where he didn't quite fit. Who was he? An over-achieving schoolkid with the world's knowledge at his fingertips? A traditional Bengali son, destined for a career in medicine that he never once craved. A young gay man yearning to breathe freely? Or was he yet another flawed human being on a self-destruct mission? Amid life's mayhem, it was frequently Paul's love of facts in which he found solace, whether funding his lifestyle through quiz machines or simply trying to show off to his mates. Stumbling serendipitously into both a career in stand-up and the clandestine network of competitive quizzers introduced him to a new sense of purpose, a new identity, and, eventually, new love... A hilarious and moving coming-of-age memoir of one man's search for fulfillment, One Sinha Lifetime is an unconventional odyssey through love, family, and the joy of general knowledge.

Ticket Only £15 - Ticket and Book £25 Dates: Fri 25 Booking and More Information
Royal Marine Association Concert Band & Yeovilton Military Wives Choir The Royal Marines Association Concert Band & Yeovilton Military Wives
Choir are back together after 5 years away!
An evening of great music where the Band & Choir will feature Marches,
Overtures, Classical, Soloists, West End, popular songs and join together
for a powerful Last Night Of The Proms finale. Dates: Sun 20 Booking and More Information
Samuel Graydon Samuel Graydon - Einstein in Time and Space.
His face is instantly recognisable. His name is shorthand for genius. Today, he’s a figurehead as much as a man, symbolic of things larger than himself: of scientific progress, of the human mind, even of the age. But who was Einstein really?

The Times Literary Supplement's science editor, Samuel Graydon, brings history’s most famous scientist back to life. From his lost daughter to escaping the Nazis, from his love letters to unlikely inventions, from telling jokes to cheer up his sad parrot Bibo to refusing the Presidency of Israel, through the discoveries and thought experiments that changed science, Einstein in Time and Space tells 99 unforgettable stories of the man who redefined how we view our universe and our place within it. Dates: Sun 27 Booking and More Information
Sh!tfaced Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® A Midsummer Night's Dream

This year, Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® are pouring their legendary cock-eyed chaos into the Bard-shaped vessel that is A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Think drunken donkeys, fandangled fairies and mullered mechanicals… it’s hard to imagine anything more magical, right?

Each night, a rotating cast member will get genuinely spiffingly splifficated and attempt to perform A Midsummer Night’s Dream as you have never seen before. Making for a different show every night, nobody (not even the cast) knows in which direction the show will stumble. Come and get fuddled in the forest with us!

Sh!t-faced Shakespeare® seek to remind theatregoers that life is brighter when you are being stupid.
14+ Dates: Wed 30 Booking and More Information
Silver Swans Ballet Class: Emilie Woan Whether you’re an experienced dancer, have briefly dabbled, or are a complete novice, we welcome all older learners of any ability. It’s never too late to enjoy ballet, getting lost in the music and the movement, finding muscles you’d forgotten about. You’ll glide out of the studio feeling unstoppable.

For more information please contact Emilie Woan.

Venue: Westlands Entertainment Venue (This class is in person, following current covid guidelines.)
Time: 9.15am-10.15am
Age Group: 50+
Price: £6.00 per week
Teacher: Emilie Woan. Dates: Thu 03, Thu 10, Thu 17, Thu 24 Booking and More Information
Simon Reeve To The Ends Of The Earth Simon is an author and TV presenter, and one of the world’s most adventurous travellers. His unique brand of documentary film-making combines travel and adventure with current affairs, history, wildlife, culture and conservation. His journeys have taken him to more than 130 countries, across jungles, deserts, mountains and oceans, and to some of the most beautiful, dangerous and remote regions of the world.

In 2018 Simon’s first national theatre tour was completely sold out. Now he’s returning to venues across the UK with new tales and his new tour ‘To The Ends Of The Earth’.

On his new UK tour Simon will offer stories, surprises, thrills, deeper thoughts and hearty laughs. He wants to nudge and encourage audiences to get out of their comfort zone, take a few gentle risks in life, and embrace the great outdoors and the wider world.

With behind the scenes footage and stunning imagery, Simon will inspire and remind audiences that we all need more journeys in our lives, and plenty of wild experiences.
 Dates: Mon 21 Booking and More Information
Sir Ian Rankin JOHN REBUS SPENT HIS LIFE AS A DETECTIVE PUTTING EDINBURGH’S MOST DEADLY CRIMINALS BEHIND BARS. NOW, HE’S JOINED THEM…

Sir Ian Rankin is the multimillion-copy worldwide bestseller of over thirty novels and creator of John Rebus. His books have been translated into thirty-six languages and have been adapted for radio, the stage and the screen. In 2024, a new Rebus six-part TV series was broadcast on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

Ian will be talking about his brand new Rebus novel Midnight and Blue.

Single ticket: £25 (includes a copy of the book) - Couples ticket £35 (two tickets and 1 copy of the book)
The book will be available to pick up on the evening. Dates: Thu 10 Booking and More Information
Somerset Youth Dance Juniors: Katey Leader Calling all dance enthusiasts aged 8-12! Join the Somerset Youth Dance team for a fun hour of dance every Monday afternoon, learning a variety of dance styles such as Contemporary, Jazz and Street Dance. You will learn steps and techniques which will help form routines for exciting performance opportunities.

Participants will develop their own personal style, flare and creative ideas, helping them build confidence and self-esteem! Somerset Youth Dance Juniors is the perfect class for children to make friends and release some energy.

Somerset Youth Dance, Tiny Dancers & Octagon Tappers are run by Leaders in Dance, in partnership with The Octagon Academy.

Venue: Westlands Entertainment Venue
Time: Monday 4:45 – 5:45pm
Age Group: 8 – 12 years
Price: £5 per week
Teacher: Natalie Hyde
 Dates: Mon 07, Mon 14, Mon 21 Booking and More Information
Somerset Youth Dance Tinys: Katey Leader Calling all those 4-7 year olds who can’t stop dancing! Join the Somerset Youth Dance team for lots of fun dancing every Saturday morning, learning a variety of dance styles such as Contemporary, Street Dance & Jazz.

The children will learn steps and techniques which will help form routines for exciting performance opportunities. Their own personal styles and creative ideas are encouraged throughout, helping them build confidence and self-esteem! Somerset Youth Dance Tinys is the perfect class for children to make friends and have fun.

Somerset Youth Dance, Tiny Dancers & Octagon Tappers are run by the team from Leaders in Dance, in partnership with The Octagon Theatre.

Venue: The Octagon Theatre
Time: Monday 4.00pm – 4.40pm
Age Group: 4 – 7 years
Price: £5 per week
Teacher: Natalie Hyde
 Dates: Mon 07, Mon 14, Mon 21 Booking and More Information
Stand Up & Rock Get ready for a night of uproarious laughter and
great live music as Stand Up & Rock takes the
stage, featuring the legend Stan Boardman and
the rising star of comedy Scott Bennett with live
music from The Subterraneans belting out some
of the biggest hits from the decades and special
guest Andy Bennett of Ocean Colour Scene
fame. Dates: Thu 17 Booking and More Information
Steeleye Span The band who have changed the face of folk
music over their fifty five years together, Steeleye
Span's new album Green Man Collection brings
together recent tracks with new versions of three
classics. As ever performing a selection of songs
from across the years and firm fan favourites. Dates: Fri 18 Booking and More Information
Susie Dent Agatha Christie meets Countdown in the debut mystery novel from the genius of Dictionary Corner, Susie Dent.

Susie Dent is a writer and broadcaster on language. She recently celebrated thirty years as a co-presenter and the resident word expert on Channel 4's Countdown, and also appears on the show 's comedy sister 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Susie comments regularly on TV and radio on words in the news, and is the author of several non-fiction books on words and language. Guilty by Definition is her first novel, a love letter to the English language wrapped about an intriguing puzzle of a story. Dates: Sat 26 Booking and More Information
The Glam Rock Show: Get It On Get ready for a night of glam rock!
Girls grab your boys it’s time to go wild, wild, wild!
As we transport you back to the golden age of
Glam, with all the songs you know and love!
Starring son of Sweet Legend - Brian Connolly Jnr,
it’s time to Get It On! As our sensational cast and
live band recreate the soundtrack of a generation. Dates: Fri 04 Booking and More Information
THUMKA: Bollywood Dance Title: THUMKA: Bollywood Dance
Price: £5 per week
Time: 5:15pm – 6:15pm (45min class)
Age: 18+
Teacher: Chhavi Gupta
Get ready to embrace this exciting new dance style. In addition to being gorgeous to watch, Bollywood is a fun and enjoyable dance style that can double up as a cardio workout. Bollywood dance is a fantastic workout with a feel-good factor. It’s great for everyone from all walks of life – whether your older, younger, a seasoned performer or a complete dance novice! Fancy giving it a go?
Come and join us at Octagon Theatre studio with Chhavi every week.
 Dates: Tue 01, Tue 08, Tue 15, Tue 22 Booking and More Information
Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain A concert by the Ukulele Orchestra is an
unforgettable experience. A witty, quirky, irreverent,
joyful, foot-stomping obituary of rock & roll and
melodious light entertainment, all played on
the ‘bonsai guitar’. Add to this a menagerie of
voices, eccentric humour and a fusion of postpunk
energy with a hint of ‘afternoon tea’, and a
wonderful evening of entertainment is guaranteed. Dates: Thu 03 Booking and More Information
Wayne Sleep Legendary ballet dancer and entertainer Wayne Sleep looks back on the extraordinary times he's lived through.

Wayne Sleep has danced with ballet legends Rudolf Nureyev and Margot Fonteyn, partied with Freddie Mercury and performed with Princess Diana, becoming her close friend.
Behind the glitz and glamour, Wayne has always felt like an outsider. In this moving - but also laugh-out-loud and gossip filled - memoir, Wayne reveals the difficulties for a working-class, gay man in handling the prejudices of his generation and living through the Aids epidemic. Wayne was also the shortest principal dancer in the Royal Ballet - he had to spin twice as fast and jump twice as high to succeed. Dates: Mon 28 Booking and More Information
YAOS: Some Enchanted Evening An Evening of Musical Showstoppers.

Featuring The Octagon Choir - Musical Direction Gill Merrifield.

Come and spend an ‘enchanted evening’ with Yeovil Amateur Operatic Society performing songs from the world of Musical Theatre to live music under the musical direction of Gill Merrifield. From Gilbert and Sullivan to Rodgers and Hammerstein to Andrew Lloyd Webber and more. The show will also be featuring the wonderful Octagon Choir who will be performing medleys from their favourite musicals. Dates: Sat 12, Sun 13 Booking and More Information

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