Tavistock Wharf

JOHN KILLINGBECK: Worked for FIDS/BAS in the Antarctic for 2 ½ years in the 1960’s. Drove those last huskies dogs and has spent some years lecturing on small ships in the Antarctic. Been on a Russian nuclear powered air-breaker to the North Pole and Franz Josef Land....

Without doubt the best Bon Jovi tribute out there, the attention to detail is incredible, the band recreates and captures Bon Jovi in every possible way.

PAUL BLOWEY: Paul grew up on a farm above Morwellham, educated here in Tavistock before training as a Land Surveyor in the early 1980’s, working all over the UK including 6 months in the Middle East. Following a second career, teaching mainly in Okehampton, Paul is enjoying retirement and has been an active member of Tavistock Lions, for many years. TALK: ‘A brief introduction to the Ordnance Survey of Great Britain and how the Tavistock Theodolite helped map the World’
With Englands once World leading reputation as a manufacturer of theodolites under threat with smaller and more accurate versions being imported from other countries....

Oasis Supernova is a full live Oasis tribute dedicated to the sound, swagger and story of Oasis. Wowing crowds all around the world with live performances of Oasis' biggest hits and fan favourites, performed by a five piece band of professional musicians who are also dedicated fans. A stunning visual show including sound bites and story lines from Oasis' 18 year career and beyond runs alongside the action on stage taking the crowd on a journey to iconic shows at Knebworth , Glastonbury, Maine Road, Wembley and the G-Mex with live strings, horns, harmonica players and choirs along the way as well as accurate instrumentation and detailed stage props....

Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail that makes them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK. The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. For over a decade, Dire Streets have performed Dire Straits’ incredible back catalogue to thousands of theatre-goers across the UK....

The Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, stages Lohengrin, Richard Wagner's epic story set in mediaeval Brabant that explores the conflict between Christian faith and Germanic paganism. The three-act opera was first performed at the Deutsches Nationaltheater in Weimar on 28 August 1850, the last of his major works to premiere before his political exile. Wagner wrote the libretto and composed the score for Lohengrin between 1845 and 1848 when he was employed as the Kapellmeister at the Royal Dresden court....

The Kast off Kinks Not to be missed! The Kast off Kinks, Has always included former members of the
legendary band ‘The Kinks’. Past Kinks members include, John Dalton, Jim Rodford, Ian Gibbons,
John Gosling & Bob Henrit....

ZZ TOPPD are the U.K’s premier tribute to Texas music legends ZZ TOP. This two hour show features all the greatest hits and more from the bands 50+ year career. Complete with beards, costume changes and the famous furry, spinning guitars, this is show you don’t want to miss....

The silken sound of David Cassidy's voice, with it's breathy whispering tone and dynamic and powerful edge, is the sound that melted the hearts of a countless numbers of his fans across the world! His records, such as 'Could It Be Forever', 'Daydreamer' and 'How can I be Sure' are unforgettable romantic gems. David Cassidy was one of the most popular singers ever and had the world's largest fan club!...

PAUL FINEGAN : Paul Finegan has been a curator at Dartmoor Prison Museum since 2019. With a background in Museums and historical research he conducts various talks around the county on all aspects of the history of the prison. This will be his third appearance at The Wharf....

CHRISSIE LE MARCHANT: A Geologist by initial training, working in prospecting, goldmining and civil
engineering. About 15 years + as a Countryside Officer managing Kit Hill, the Camel Trail and other Cornish sites and latterly self employed as a Blue Badge Tourist Guide all over the West Country and Wales, and as a Tour Manager all over the UK and Europe. TALK: The highest point in the Tamar Valley, just over 1000’ amsl, 333.4 m
A blip of granite between Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor, with >10,000 archaeological features in its 400 acres (154Ha) … mostly holes in the ground....

"Get ready to rock as this electrifying act pays tribute to Pat Benatar, the Queen of MTV that helped define a generation"

A top tribute band to Freddie Mercury and Queen based in Sussex. The lead singer Rob Comber bears an uncanny likeness to the original and the band have been congratulated for their performances by members of Queen. They are favourites with the official Queen fan club.

Simply Dan are a UK Steely Dan tribute band, created by like-minded musicians who wanted to authentically present the kaleidoscopic sounds of Steely Dan. The 11 piece band focus on producing the complex harmonies and intricate rhythms of Donald Fagen and his band. Founded in 2016 by Mark Roadnight (lead singer, guitar), Roger Evan (keys), Mark Claydon (drums) and featuring Darren Spicer (guitar) and David McLeod (bass), the players are all experienced world class musicians who have toured, gigged and written songs all over the world....

TALK: In August 1851 a curiously dressed, elderly woman was seen trudging along Southampton High Street. Passers by couldn’t fail to notice her, she wore a huge beaver bonnet and carried a corracle-like basket on her back. On being spoken to she said she was a Cornish fisherwoman, in her 84th year, and was walking to London from the Land’s End to see the Great Exhibition....

Prepare to be enthralled by the brilliance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’sCosì fan tutte, a masterful exploration of love, fidelity, and human folly, presented on the illustrious stage of Teatro alla Scala in Milan. This timeless opera will come to life under the baton of the exceptionalAlexander Soddy, with visionary direction byRobert Carsen.Renowned for his innovative interpretations, Robert Carsen, along withLuis Carvalho, brings to the production a stunning blend of scenic design and costumes that harmonize seamlessly with the intricate emotional landscapes of Mozart’s music. The evocative lighting by Carsen andPeter Van Praetfurther elevates the stage, creating an atmosphere of elegance and intrigue.The performances promise to be nothing shortof extraordinary, featuring an international lineup of acclaimed artists:?Fiordiligi:Elsa Dreisig, celebrated for her radiant soprano voice and emotional depth.?...

Police Dog Hogan are a British band whose music combines elements of country, rock, bluegrass, and Americana. The band have been active since 2008 and released six albums and three Eps. support from The Kit Hillbillies:
Rollicking bluegrass & good-time acoustic roots tunes....

HELEN WILSON: retired University lecturer, who has applied her research skills to studying the life and work of the Pinwill sisters, ecclesiastical woodcarvers. This research led to numerous speaking engagements and developed into the publication of a book entitled ‘The Remarkable Pinwill Sisters’ in 2021. TALK: Further Stories of the Remarkable Pinwill Sisters

The Pinwill woodcarving business, Rashleigh, Pinwill & Co....

All My Sons
by Arthur Miller
directed by Ivo Van Hove
design by Jan Versweyveld

Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge). One family, the heart of the American dream. When wartime delivers profits for Joe, it comes at a price when his partner is charged with criminal manufacturing deals, and his eldest son goes missing in action....

The Eagles’ Greatest Hits collection (Vol. I) gained the position of being the best selling album of the 20th Century overtaking MJ’s Thriller as the best selling album of all time. From an era when country-tinged rock and fine harmonies spoke to a nation reeling from unrest through a silent 14 year vacation, an award winning comeback tour and global tours right up to present day the band continues to perform their amazing catalogue of material to sell out audiences....