Tears of Laughter
at
Cygnet Theatre
Exeter
19:00
Tears of Laughter
Event Type
Genre : Music - Folk/blues/world
Description
'One of the world great mandolinists’ (BBC Radio 3) Simon Mayor is also very funny! His many faceted career includes two nights at Wembley Arena, a song on the iconic American TV series, The Simpson, , his own series on BBC Radio 2, an album in the Classic FM Top Ten chart and causing mayhem at a Canadian humour festival….But his most thrilling moment was a journey through the square window on BBC TV’s Playschool!
Possessed of “one of Britain’s finest voices’ (BBC Radio 4), Hilary James also plays the amazing giant mandobass, adds guitar to anything from blues to Vivaldi and picks a mean banjo break.
Together they’ve recorded over twenty acclaimed albums and have just finished a short pre-concert film of Hilary’s art animations and poems from Simon’s latest book - Of Death and a Banana Skin’. Can they be serious!!?? Well, you’ll have to come along to the Cygnet Theatre on the 12th October to find out!
Website: mayorandjames.com
Description
The Cygnet Theatre in Exeter stands as a significant cultural asset, an educational charity dedicated to the rigorous training of actors for over four decades. Beyond its foundational role in nurturing emerging talent, it functions as a vibrant hub for both professional and community-led artistic endeavours, contributing substantially to the region's performing arts landscape.
Within its walls, the intimate 100-seat auditorium offers a distinct atmosphere. The air often carries the faint, comforting scent of aged timber and theatrical greasepaint, while the well-trodden floorboards resonate with the echoes of countless rehearsals and performances. This flexible space, originally a parish hall dating back to 1914, retains a sense of history and purpose.
Practical considerations are well-addressed, ensuring broad access for all patrons. The venue provides ramp access and facilities for wheelchair users, including accessible toilets, and welcomes guide dogs. A bar is available for refreshments, and performers benefit from dedicated dressing rooms with shower facilities and a shared kitchen.
Throughout the year, the Cygnet presents a diverse programme encompassing classical and contemporary drama, musical theatre, and new writing. It regularly hosts musical events, dance, comedy, and folk performances, alongside its own company's productions and those of visiting troupes, offering a consistent stream of engaging live experiences.
Friars Gate,
Exeter,
Devon,
England,
EX2 4AZ.
: £16.50