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Displaying events between 01 April 2025 and 30 April 2025

A Festival of Song 2025 A Festival of Song is back - Choirs from across the county will join together for an evening of fantastic music and enchanting songs. The evening aims to demonstrate the range of different choirs in the region from school choirs, to those who are on the path to careers in the performing arts and those who sing for fun. Dates: Wed 02 Booking and More Information
An Audience with Lucy Worsley on Jane Austen An Audience with Lucy Worsley on Jane Austen
Following her sold-out Agatha Christie tour, acclaimed historian Lucy Worsley leads us into the life of one of English literature's most cherished figures.
For these live, beautifully-illustrated talks, Lucy invites audiences to step into the world of Jane Austen, the beloved author of timeless classics such as Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, and Persuasion.
Through the houses, places and possessions which mattered to her, Lucy takes a fascinating look at what home meant to Jane and to the women like her who populate her novels. Austen famously lived a 'life without incident', but with new research and insights Lucy reveals a passionate woman who fought for her freedom. A woman who, far from being a lonely spinster, in fact had at least five marriage prospects, but in the end refused to settle for anything less than Mr Darcy.
"It is a truth universally acknowledged" that this is an event not to be missed!
“This is my kind of history: carefully researched but so vivid that you are convinced Lucy Worsley was actually there at the party - or the parsonage.” Antonia Fraser

 Dates: Sun 27 Booking and More Information
Dreamcoat Stars Stars of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT sing the biggest musical hits of a generation.

Dreamcoat Stars is back! Experience the UK's biggest and best night of musical smash-hits in this star-studded concert with everyone’s favourite musical hits, Les Misérables, We Will Rock You, Dirty Dancing, Hairspray, West Side Story, and Jersey Boys.

Grab your coat of many colours and join us on your Dreamcoat journey where Any Dream Will Do.
Dates: Fri 04 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 02 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 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 Booking and More Information
James Wilton Bach Reimagined Bach Reimagined is a collaboration between James Wilton Dance, one of Europe’s premier touring dance companies, and Canadian Cellist Raphael Weinroth Browne. The work will explore everything from Bach’s means of composition as a form of divine worship, to the scientific advancements of his contemporary Sir Isaac Newton. Light will be split, gravity will be discovered and the world will be forever changed.

James Wilton Dance’s super athletic, flowing physicality accompanied by Browne’s driving heavy metal cello, will create a visual and sonic spectacle that will leave audiences in awe of the epic combination of beauty and ferocity.
 Dates: Thu 03 Booking and More Information
Ministry of Science Direct from London’s West End. Over the last few years Science has led the way in getting our lives back to normal. Now, the UK’s favourite science team are back and more explosive than ever!
Join our presenters as they dive deep into the world of science and look at how science shapes the modern world we live in with a few loud bangs along the way!
Dates: Sun 06 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 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 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 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 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 Booking and More Information
Somerset Graduate Dancers Join us for weekly dance sessions to build & create Contemporary performance pieces and explore a variety techniques and repertoire. As well as exploring choreography, these sessions will help dancers maintain flexibility and strength through yoga inspired practices.

These sessions aim to give Somerset Dancers an opportunity to continue training with other dancers from a range of backgrounds, make new friends, network and have fun!

The perfect mid-week class to keep your body moving and creativity flowing.


Venue: The Octagon Theatre (This class is in person, following current covid guidelines.)
Time: 7:15pm – 8:15pm
Age Group: 16+ years
Price: £6 per week
Teacher: Darcy Berkley / Natalie Hyde / Katey Leader Dates: Wed 02 Booking and More Information
Thank ABBA For The Music 2025 Thank ABBA For The Music is a two-hour theatre ABBA-fest that captures all of the magic and excitement of one of pop history's most successful and iconic bands.

With stunning costumes, a 7-piece live band, interactive video projection and of course ABBA’s spectacular trademark harmonies this is the ultimate feel-good party show!

Featuring all of ABBA's greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Fernando, SOS, Super Trouper and many more!

Disclaimer: Thank Abba For The Music is a tribute show and is not affiliated or endorsed by the original artist or management company.
 Dates: Sat 05 Booking and More Information
The D-Day Darlings The D-Day Darlings present their explosive, brand new show, celebrating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day!

Following on from a stand out year commemorating D-Day 80 with a string of notable appearances including; The One Show, Lorraine, BBC Radio 2 concert and ITV’s D-Day 80 concert at The Royal Albert Hall, the nation’s premiere wartime inspired group are back by popular demand with their sensational celebration show.

The show is fronted by founder and lead singer Katie Ashby.

A sensational celebration show for all the family marking VE Day 80. NOT TO BE MISSED!
 Dates: Wed 30 Booking and More Information
The Johnny Cash Roadshow: 20th Anniversary Tour The Johnny Cash Roadshow is heading into its 20th year on the road, stronger than ever! A fast paced, energetic, constantly evolving show that’s now the longest running and most critically acclaimed Johnny Cash tribute show across the UK and Europe.

Set on a Grand ‘Ole Opry style stage the Roadshow brings you the best of the Johnny Cash in one night’s entertainment. Award-winning Clive John channels Cash‘s spirt alongside his iconic wife June Carter (Meghan Thomas) and some of the best musicians in the world.

Experience the versatility and depth of these timeless songs as all the hits are delivered back-to-back, including Walk the Line, Ring of Fire, Jackson, Orange Blossom Special and Boy Named Sue along-side some of the more troubled material from the later American Recordings such as Hurt. This year’s show is an emotional roller-coaster through Cash’s career, packed together in one fantastic, unforgettable evening’s entertainment. Dates: Sun 13 Booking and More Information
The Overtones The Overtones’ incredible new show features all the pitch-perfect voices and synchronised dance moves that made them a household name. Only this time the focus is on an intimate, Up Close and Personal production bringing you that much closer to the energy and excitement of the UK’s no. 1 vocal harmony group. Dates: Thu 24 Booking and More Information
The Simon and Garfunkel Story Following SOLD - OUT performances in London’s West End, aWorldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance,The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiencesacross the globe, making it a must-see international sensation.
Using huge projection photos and original film footage, theinternational hit show also features a full live band performingall the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge OverTroubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more. Get yourtickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed! Dates: Thu 17 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 Booking and More Information
Tim Rice - My Life in Musicals - I Know Him so Well Due to popular demand, following his sell-out tour, Sir Tim Rice, the multi-award-winning, internationally renowned lyricist, will return to theatre stages with his extraordinary live musical theatre event - My Life In Musicals – I Know Him So Well.

The show will see Tim Rice reflect on his illustrious career at the heart of musical theatre, sharing anecdotes behind the songs – the hits and the misses along with stories of his life and live performances from the wonderful catalogue of songs that are synonymous with his name and that of his collaborators. Musical accompaniment will be from an array of some of the UK’s leading West End singers and musicians led by Musical Director Duncan Waugh.

 Dates: Tue 15 Booking and More Information
Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival 2025: Friday Evening Join us at Westlands as we proudly present Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival! Running on Friday 25th April evening and all day on Saturday 26th, Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival offers an array of beers, ales and ciders from local and regional breweries, live music from local bands and musicians who will be creating an atmosphere for you to ‘sip back’ and enjoy, plus a range of hearty food to elevate your beer and cider experience. Grab your tickets for Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival and don't miss the chance to be part of our event that promises to be a memorable blend of community spirit, great beverages, and unbeatable vibes that also raises money for local charities and good causes. Cheers to good times and great brews! Age Restriction: 18+ Dates: Fri 25 Booking and More Information
Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival 2025: Saturday All Day Join us at Westlands as we proudly present Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival! Running on Friday 25th April evening and all day on Saturday 26th, Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival offers an array of beers, ales and ciders from local and regional breweries, live music from local bands and musicians who will be creating an atmosphere for you to ‘sip back’ and enjoy, plus a range of hearty food to elevate your beer and cider experience. Grab your tickets for Yeovil Beer & Cider Festival and don't miss the chance to be part of our event that promises to be a memorable blend of community spirit, great beverages, and unbeatable vibes that also raises money for local charities and good causes. Cheers to good times and great brews! Age Restriction: 18+ Dates: Sat 26 Booking and More Information

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