Exeter Phoenix

A guided, freestyle dance session inspired by Biodanza, with individual, pair and group exercises to chosen music and no steps to learn. For beginners and people of all abilities who want to move and connect.

An exhibition of works made from at least 70% reused, recycled and reclaimed materials by the South West Women's Art Group, showing how to make art from things already at home. For anyone who likes to create without buying supplies.

A have-a-go night of poetry, comedy, philosophy, theatre and singer-songwriting, with five minutes for each performer, hosted by spoken word artist Tim King. For anyone who wants to try new material in a supportive room.

A quiet writing session for novelists, memoirists, short story writers, playwrights and poets, with time afterwards to talk about work in progress over a drink. Led by award-winning writer and teacher Carla Jenkins of Raw Writing.

A five-week course for people with their own DSLR cameras, covering apertures, shutter speeds, ISO, composition and natural light in a small group. Suits beginners who want to move beyond automatic mode.

A six-week course taught by a native speaker, covering the fundamental skills needed to communicate confidently in Spanish. Materials are provided, and complete beginners are welcome.

A Studio Ghibli coming-of-age film about Shizuku, a girl with her head in the clouds, whose chance encounter with a mysterious cat sends her on a quest for her true talent. For families and fans of Ghibli.

A five-week still life course covering composition, form, tone and colour in graphite, pen, coloured pencil and watercolour, with a focus on Latin American artists. Suits anyone building a drawing portfolio.

A casual networking night for anyone with an interest in film, from actors and directors to writers and post-production crew, for talking and making friends over a drink.

A performance of Kathakali, the classical dance drama of Kerala, telling a story of women's dignity and strength through emotion, costume and gesture. Suits all ages, recommended for 7 and over.

A five-week life drawing course working from a model, covering technical and expressive approaches and their place in art history and contemporary art. Suits beginners and those returning to drawing.

A solo storytelling show by Sam Ward, a dark fable about the political power of stories and the violence of community. Suits fans of bold, intense theatre, for those aged 14 and over.

A six-week Saturday course for 8 to 13 year olds, making plasticine characters for stop motion animation and adding their own sound effects. Suits young animators, from complete beginners to those with some experience.

A show following a small Devon community through the Second World War, as evacuees arrive, families are separated and everyone faces the cost of war. Suits audiences interested in home-front stories.

A monthly informal gathering for animators, illustrators and students, for networking, with visiting guests from the industry and an opportunities board. Suits animators and graduates building local connections.

A monthly development lab for documentary filmmakers, with space to workshop ideas, practise pitching and share work in progress for feedback, plus a screening of films by Cornish documentary makers. Suits filmmakers at any stage.

A five-week course exploring abstract landscapes through paint, charcoal, pastels and inks, inspired by the colours and shapes of the land. Suits all abilities, with a relaxed, no-pressure approach.

A group exhibition of eight artists working in painting, sculpture and photography, whose work moves between figuration and abstraction. Suited to anyone who enjoys contemporary art that suggests meaning rather than stating it outright.

The grand final of a battle of the bands contest, with seven acts including 3 Days Of Wonder, Tyrants, Burnt Daylight and Vanity Project competing live. Suited to fans of local bands who enjoy a live gig.

Best known as Jonny from Friday Night Dinner, he blends awkward charm, gentle absurdity and sharp observation. Suited to comedy fans who like thoughtful, slightly surreal stand-up with well-judged punchlines.

A short film version of Blind Spot, a humorous work built from interviews with men in Devon about talking openly about feelings, followed by a Q&A. Suited to those interested in men's mental health and how the project was made.

An hour of stand-up about the myths people tell themselves, from incels and billionaires to our own excuses for being ordinary or wrong. Suited to comedy fans who like self-aware, internet-savvy humour.

Four new bands and artists from the South West, from alternative rock and punk to Kyra Warburton's trip-hop-tinged songwriting. For anyone looking for a new favourite local act.

Make a personalised Christmas stocking from felt and fabric, decorated with appliqued designs, beads and trims. No sewing is needed, as pieces can be glued. Suited to families and anyone who enjoys a creative, hands-on session with a tutor.

Emma Dante's Italian drama, adapted from her stage play, follows siblings across five decades after a single tragic moment in their youth. Italian with English subtitles. Suited to viewers of family dramas and Italian cinema.

Three performers push their bodies to the limit, then transform through mythical female figures such as witches, mermaids and warriors. The dance explores power, identity and community. Suited to dance fans who enjoy bold work.

A monthly open mic poetry night with guest poets reading from their published work, and open mic slots for listeners who want to perform two or three of their own. For poetry lovers and performers alike.

The Edinburgh Comedy Awards nominee returns with a new show about generational worry that is still a laugh. Suited to fans of her television appearances and her podcasts, Tonsil Hockey and Trusty Hogs.