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Milborne Port Opera’s “The Sorcerer” Opens on 13th April

Wed 6 Apr 2016
By Richard Gaunt
Milborne Port Opera’s “The Sorcerer” Opens on 13th April

Gilbert & Sullivan’s “The Sorcerer”, directed by Wincanton’s Linda Mumford is a comic opera of mischief and fun. MPO have updated it to the 1950s and set it in Milborne Port. Book your tickets now.

Milborne Port Opera Tickets Now Available 24/7

Tue 22 Mar 2016
By Richard Gaunt
Milborne Port Opera Tickets Now Available 24/7

Milborne Port Opera has catapulted itself into the 21st century with a new online booking system. Audiences for the next show, Gilbert & Sullivan’s “The Sorcerer”, can book using credit or debit cards 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Opportunity to Get Involved With an Unusual Local Film Project!

Sun 20 Mar 2016
By John Smith
Opportunity to Get Involved With an Unusual Local Film Project!

Ellie Atkins of Templecombe and Amy Calder of Wincanton are working on a new and ambitious project. They’ve written their own film script and hope to begin filming in the near future. Read on to find out how to get involved.

Spectra Musica Invites You to Music for an April Evening

Thu 17 Mar 2016
By Sally Greenhalgh
Spectra Musica Invites You to Music for an April Evening

The beautiful setting of St. Michael’s Church, North Cadbury, is very fitting for a concert in springtime which features Brahm’s ‘Vier Quartette’ and Shearing’s ‘Songs and Sonnets’. Join us on Saturday 2nd April.

Don’t Miss Wincanton Amateur Dramatics Society’s Latest Pantomime

Mon 15 Feb 2016
By Naomi Warren
Don’t Miss Wincanton Amateur Dramatics Society’s Latest Pantomime

On 19th and 20th February Wincanton Amateur Dramatics Society will proudly present their new pantomime, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves, with a 14-strong cast of amateur theatrically minded locals, ranging in age from 5 to 25.

Acclaimed Folk Musicians to Perform at North Cadbury Village Hall

Fri 22 Jan 2016
By Piers Keating
Acclaimed Folk Musicians to Perform at North Cadbury Village Hall

On Saturday 6th February, multi award-winning husband and wife folk duo Sean Lakeman and Kathryn Roberts are bringing their acclaimed brand of folk songs to North Cadbury in support of their best-selling album, ‘Tomorrow Will Follow Today’.

Come and Sing with Spectra Musica

Fri 15 Jan 2016
By Sally Greenhalgh
Come and Sing with Spectra Musica

For all ladies hoping to become Sarah Brightman, this is your chance! However, gents too will enjoy Spectra Musica’s programme for an energetic and enjoyable day of singing in February.

Zac Greening Creates Virtual New Year Firework Display

Wed 6 Jan 2016
By John Smith
Zac Greening Creates Virtual New Year Firework Display

In addition to setting up laser displays to complement Wincanton’s Christmas lighting, local artist Zac Greening went a step further last week by setting up eye-catching virtual fireworks displays projected onto town centre buildings for New Year's Eve.

Wincanton Choral Society Christmas Concert 2015

Mon 7 Dec 2015
By Philip Schofield
Wincanton Choral Society Christmas Concert 2015

The Wincanton Choral Society will perform its Christmas Concert, a ‘Feast of Festive music’, at 7.30pm on Sunday 13th December at Wincanton Sports Centre.

Wincanton to be Illuminated by Renowned Lighting Artist Zac Greening

Wed 2 Dec 2015
By Bec Manjra
Wincanton to be Illuminated by Renowned Lighting Artist Zac Greening

On Friday 4th December The Wincanton Town Team promises an extraordinarily modern High Street light display to celebrate the 2015 festive season – and you’re all invited.

Lucy Jenkins - An Art Exhibition at Divine Wines Throughout December

Tue 1 Dec 2015
By Lucy Jenkins
Lucy Jenkins - An Art Exhibition at Divine Wines Throughout December

Lucy Jenkins exhibits a new collection of watercolour paintings throughout December at Divine Wines in Wincanton. Entitled Fruits of the Earth, the collection raises awareness of the impact of climate change and the direct impact of human actions on nature.

Spectra Musica’s American Christmas

Fri 20 Nov 2015
By Sally Greenhalgh
Spectra Musica’s American Christmas

Spectra Musica, a choir based in Wincanton, is presenting a Christmas concert with a distinctly American flavour on Saturday 5th December, in The American Museum, Bath.

“Interstellar” at Wincanton Film Society

Tue 13 Oct 2015
By John Smith
“Interstellar” at Wincanton Film Society

The scientifically mind-bending Interstellar is the next film at Wincanton Film Society, showing this Wednesday at 7:30pm. Walking the fine line between science fiction and science fact, this film promises to change the way you think about the Universe and space travel.

‘The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ Begins the New WFS Season

Fri 18 Sep 2015
By John Smith
‘The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ Begins the New WFS Season

‘The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ kicks off the 2015/16 Wincanton Film Society season on Tuesday 22nd September at their King Arthur’s venue. But it’s not just the season that’s new.

Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2015 at Wincanton Library

Mon 17 Aug 2015
By Lachlan Frase
Wincanton Camera Club Annual Exhibition 2015 at Wincanton Library

Wincanton Library hosts the annual exhibition of photographs taken by members of the Wincanton Camera Club, until Saturday 5th September.

Would You Like to Join Wincanton Choral Society?

Mon 17 Aug 2015
By Philip Schofield
Would You Like to Join Wincanton Choral Society?

If you enjoy choral singing, Wincanton Choral Society is open to everyone (no auditions). The high quality, amateur choir rehearses once a week and is led by a professional musical director and presents to concerts each year.

Summer Exhibition of Watercolours – “Vintage Flowers” by Lucy M. Jenkins

Tue 28 Jul 2015
By Chris Wadden
Summer Exhibition of Watercolours – “Vintage Flowers” by Lucy M. Jenkins

A series of watercolour paintings by Lucy M. Jenkins will be shown at Divine Wines in Wincanton throughout August. The paintings feature garden and wild flowers in vintage floral chinaware, bringing together industry with nature.

Bruton Reggae Fest – 11th July

Thu 2 Jul 2015
By Mat Runacre
Bruton Reggae Fest – 11th July

Bruton Dub Club brings you the best in live reggae and beyond at its first one day festival. Saturday 11th July, noon till midnight. Both in the hall and out on the green. £10 on the door or in advance online.

Matt Price to Preview Edinburgh Festival Comedy Material at The Nog

Mon 29 Jun 2015
By Amy Cutts
Matt Price to Preview Edinburgh Festival Comedy Material at The Nog

Great news! Matt Price, who has both compered and performed at The Barrel of Laughs Comedy Club here at The Nog, is coming back on Thursday 2nd July at 8pm to showcase his Edinburgh Festival preview material!

Baroque to Rock with Spectra Musica Concert

Sun 7 Jun 2015
By Sally Greenhalgh
Baroque to Rock with Spectra Musica Concert

Spectra Musica will be returning to the beautiful Cheap Street Church in Sherborne on Saturday 27th June for their second concert with their new Musical Director Peter Leech. It will be another exciting and eclectic mix of wonderful music.

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