Backyard Theatre

A wildly funny, wonderfully gothic introduction to Shakespeare, chamber music and audience-powered theatrical chaos.

What happens when you take a string quartet, add it to a production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, then hand the story over to Heccatty the chief witch? You get Dame Heccatty Weirdsister and the Instruments of Darkness do Macbeth: a gloriously bonkers live music and theatre show where the audience helps create a cast to make the RSC proud.

This beginner-friendly guide to Shakespeare’s Macbeth told from Heccatty’s perspective along with her ‘Instruments of Darkness’- the Mavron string quartet- blends the spirit of the Edinburgh Fringe with clever comedy, classical music and just the right amount of gothic mischief.

Funny, smart and brilliantly theatrical, it is the perfect night out for curious first-timers, Shakespeare fans, music lovers and anyone ready to embrace their inner goth.

A brand-new show from acclaimed folk theatre company Riddlestick Theatre, conjuring a darkly comic blend of occult intrigue and enchanting live music.

Lizard Point, 1917. While the war grinds on in France, the mysterious Crow and his company of runaways spend their days in a fever of conjured dreams. In their refuge amongst the cliffs, hidden away from the prying eyes of the police, the troupe rejoice in strange rituals and tales of long-lost loves.

What does the climate and nature emergency mean for our lives, our communities and our future — and what can we still do about it?

Last November, ten of the UK’s leading experts shared the evidence with an invited audience of more than 1,200 politicians and leaders from business, culture, faith, sport and the media.

The briefing set out the implications of climate and nature breakdown for health, food systems, national security and the economy, alongside practical evidence on how risks can still be reduced.

Join us for a FREE screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing — a powerful, accessible 50-minute film that cuts through confusion, brings the evidence together and opens up a hopeful conversation about practical action.

What does the climate and nature emergency mean for our lives, our communities and our future — and what can we still do about it?

Last November, ten of the UK’s leading experts shared the evidence with an invited audience of more than 1,200 politicians and leaders from business, culture, faith, sport and the media.

The briefing set out the implications of climate and nature breakdown for health, food systems, national security and the economy, alongside practical evidence on how risks can still be reduced.

Join us for a FREE screening of The People’s Emergency Briefing — a powerful, accessible 50-minute film that cuts through confusion, brings the evidence together and opens up a hopeful conversation about practical action.

Step ‘Behind Enemy Lines’, for a very ‘Special’ show at the Watchet 1940’s re-enactment weekend. This is a powerful solo performance where live music original songs, storytelling, acting and choreography come together to bring the histories of the Special Operations Executives vividly to life. Join acclaimed performer Louise Jordan for an inspiring evening that shines a light on the remarkable women whose courageous deeds in occupied territory during WW2 deserve to be heard.