Murder in the House of Horrors (A SNADS/Exchange Event)

A chilling welcome awaits you this Halloween at the Minster Vale Museum* as you explore our new Exhibit, “Monsters, Murderers and Madmen.“

Admire the terrifying exhibits downstairs over a nerve-steadying drink before making your way into the main hall for an intriguing lecture on The Tomb of Menkaura given by the renowned researcher and Egyptologist, Professor Maurice Carter - who will be regaling us, over a sumptuous dinner including Dr Crippen’s canapés (“finger food” at its best), with tales of his recent Egyptian exploits whilst sharing some unusual and valuable artefacts with us, including the breathtaking and priceless Eye of Uadjit!

The event will be hosted by our distinguished and ebullient Museum Curator Dr Johann Vanderveer and Prof. Carter will be aided by his archaeological assistant Eliza Newman. We anticipate the Press will be attendance.

Do join us for what promises to be a spooktacular evening full of ancient archaeological adventure!

*The Exchange

Disclaimer: The Exchange/SNADS take no responsibility whatsoever for any murders that may occur on the evening nor any subsequent investigation by local Police with the assistance of those attending the dinner and lecture.

Tickets £20 to include dinner

Chilli Con Carnage (meat/vegetarian option)

Death by Chocolate

Please let us know any dietary requirements when booking. Call 01258 475137 or pop into reception and speak to a member of staff.

Advanced booking essential. Deadline for bookings is the end of day on Friday 24th October

PLEASE NOTE - There will be some strobe lighting during the performance.

THIS PERFORMANCE IS NOW CLOSED FOR TICKET SALES

Ha Hum Ah Productions: Making a Killing

1590, Nuremberg. Europe teeters on the edge of modernity but, in the shadow of the gallows, executioner Frantz Schmidt has more immediate concerns. Torturer, hangman and—most unusually—a meticulous diarist, Frantz wrestles with a family curse that haunts his every step. When a brash new assistant arrives, tensions ignite and the stage is set for a clash that could tear their brutal world apart.

Inspired by the notorious diary of Frantz Schmidt, Making a Killing plunges into a gritty world of power, betrayal and ambition. With its stark echoes of today, this gripping tale lays bare the dark truths of human nature in a society on the brink of change.

Running Time: 1hr 50mins + interval

Suitable 14+ (Contains mature content)

www.artsreach.co.uk 

Living Spit present Beauty and the Beast

As North-Somerset based, Two-Person Comedy Theatre Companies go, Living Spit are widely known as being one of the most physically attractive to ever grace the British stage. However, in this tale as old as time, one of them will be forced to portray a hideous, foul-tempered beast. But which one will it be?

From the creators of the Offie award-nominated Six Wives of Henry VIII, the 2024 show of the year (StageTalk) There’s Something About Typhoid Mary and the “beguiling rib-tickler” (The Times) Living Spit’s Frankenstein The Musical comes a re-worked, monstrously-musical, Disney-defying version of this classic French tale about what it means to be truly beautiful in the 18th century.  

“Living Spit’s deadpan, well-seasoned repartee pays dividends in this playfully updated version of the 18th century French fable.”  The Telegraph  

“A well-loved tale, told with warm-hearted silliness and wit, gently reminding us that beauty is more than meets the eye.”  Intermission  

“Rollicking good fun – deserves a standing ovation every night.”  Bristol 24/7  

Age guidance: 12+

Written by Stu McLoughlin and Howard Coggins

Directed by Craig Edwards

Artsreach & The Exchange is proud to welcome

Charlie Bicknell & Louise Innes presents

Cabaret with Balls

Charlie Bicknell and Louise Innes invite you to join them for an evening which showcases their own inimitable mash of the irreverent and surreal. From Flashdance to Simon and Garfunkel interspersed with stimulating radio broadcasts from BBCs ‘Back Row’, expect AC/DC and even a throw-back to Not the Nine O Clock News.

Cabaret with Balls is a refreshing departure from real life and an arrival at the conclusion that it’s all bollocks anyway. Welcome back Benedict Cumberbatch and of course, Charlie will still be Holding out for that Hero...

“Charlie Bicknell and Louise Innes combine a gloriously dark sense of humour with amazing voices and extraordinary physical skill. A great fun night out not to be missed” – The Independent on Sunday

Charlie Bicknell became a household name playing ‘Delilah’ in BBC2’s This Life and subsequently starred as ‘Scout’ in Ben Elton’s West End hit Popcorn. Continuing to work as an actress with leading roles in the West End, Royal National theatre, Birmingham Rep, Chichester etc and in TV and film, Charlie then moved into cabaret and circus, performing all over the world.

Louise Innes is a versatile operatic mezzo soprano who made her Royal Opera debut in 2010 singing Mercedes in Carmen. Louise has gone on to perform a variety of roles, and has sung at venues including Covent Garden Opera House, Scottish Opera, La Scala, Festival Hall, and 10 Downing Street to name but a few.

Presented in partnership with Artsreach, Dorset’s rural arts charity.  Suitable 16+

“Witty, wanton, wonderful -  shamelessly sexy, murderously funny. You have been warned!” The Observer

www.artsreach.co.uk