A summer of Fringe Theatre
Theatregoers! This summer, get ready for something different. Something experimental. Something new. It’s time for a season of fringe theatre at Exeter Phoenix.
Read more | April 24, 2018Theatregoers! This summer, get ready for something different. Something experimental. Something new. It’s time for a season of fringe theatre at Exeter Phoenix.
Read more | April 24, 2018We have selected four artists to join our Creative Hub’s Associate Artist scheme for 2018. Each year, we select artists working across a variety of disciplines and offer them help and support to develop their practice and create new work….
Read more | April 16, 2018Ideas for new short films have been streaming in since we opened entries for our filmmaking commissions at Two Short Nights, and we are delighted to announce the winners of our 2018 Short Film and 2018 Micro Film Commissions. These…
Read more | April 12, 2018This summer we are launching a brand new series of events called Social [practice]. These evening sessions will offer an alternative platform for artists and creatives to explore ideas around sharing and making in a collaborative process.
Read more | April 11, 2018We’re teaming up with IKEA to bring the wonderful everyday to Exeter this weekend! To celebrate the opening of the new IKEA Exeter store on Thu 10 May, a series of special events are happening throughout the city. In collaboration…
Read more | April 10, 2018Summer Season on Sale Now A Summer Of Creativity And Culture Today we announce our new season of events spanning the summer months. With music, cinema, theatre, comedy, dance, art, creative workshops and everything in between the new season guarantees…
Read more | April 6, 2018This spring, Exeter Phoenix and Exeter Pride present Cine Queer – a new film season celebrating love, life and LGBT+ as part of Exeter Pride’s 10th anniversary.
Read more | April 3, 2018A big thank you to these wonderful supporters who have signed up to Adopt A Seat in our auditorium! Anna Ingram Dan Coxon Andrew Dean
Read more | March 29, 2018We’re looking for Exeter Phoenix’s biggest supporters to do something amazing and Adopt a Seat in our auditorium to keep creativity thriving in Exeter.
By Adopting a Seat at Exeter Phoenix you’ll be helping to bring exceptional theatre, music, comedy and dance to your city. This is a huge part of our future and we’d love for you to become a part of the furniture.
Read more | March 19, 2018We’re home to a variety of events this Easter that are guaranteed to keep creative youngsters entertained. From family theatre to film school, coding to card making, animation workshops to animated films, we’ve got it covered. Want to get animated?…
Read more | March 14, 2018In 2015 we made history by opening Studio 74, the first solar-powered cinema in the South West. We have continued our commitment to paving a greener future for the arts in the city and recently added further solar panels to…
Read more | March 12, 2018An interview with commissioned filmmaker Amanda Whittington How did you first discover Exeter Phoenix? When I first moved to Devon in the summer of 2011, we heard some music coming from the terrace one evening, went to listen and ended…
Read more | March 9, 2018Several of our upcoming films picked up Oscars at last night’s 90th Academy Awards Ceremony. THE SHAPE OF WATER Mon 5 Mar – Thu 8 Mar Best Director (Guillermo Del Toro) Best Production Design Best Score Best Picture …
Read more | March 5, 2018Want to perform at Exeter Phoenix? Apply Now For Our Summer Showcase! Are you looking for a platform to perform new work? Want to preview your show before it goes to the Edinburgh Fringe this summer? Applications are now open…
Read more | February 27, 2018We’re giving away a pair of theatre tickets to Live Before You Die on Thu 15 Mar. Enter The Competition Sign up to our mailing list for your chance to win: The ticket winner will be contacted by email by Thu…
Read more | February 27, 2018Want to round your weekend off with some big laughs? We’re offering you 2-4-1 tickets to a night of comedy this Sunday! Just use the code doublebill when booking and we’ll apply the discount automatically. Expect a high quality of…
Read more | February 20, 2018We are delighted to welcome The Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme back to Studio 74 for an enlightening showcase of Japanese cinema this spring. The annual touring film programme returns to our independent cinema with a selection of acclaimed films focusing on themes of ‘secrets and lies’.
Read more | February 20, 2018And the winner is… We are delighted that several of our upcoming screenings picked up awards at last night’s BAFTA ceremony. The Shape Of Water Fri 2 Mar – Thu 8 Mar Best Original Music Best Production Design Best Director…
Read more | February 19, 2018Oscar-winning actor Daniel Day-Lewis has announced his retirement from acting. To celebrate his illustrious and critically acclaimed career, we bring you a trio of our favourite Daniel Day-Lewis films, including his newly released final film Phantom Thread. Tickets for Studio…
Read more | February 15, 2018Looking for an entertaining way to kickstart your day? With tickets just £4.50, join us in Studio 74 for a selection of early morning screenings of new releases.
Read more | February 13, 2018Throughout March, under 25s can enjoy £5 cinema tickets at Exeter’s home of independent cinema, Studio 74.
Read more | February 9, 2018We are now inviting submissions for Two Short Nights short film festival.
Submissions are invited from every genre including drama, animation, documentary, artists moving image, experimental film and music videos.
Read more | February 5, 2018Looking for something extra special this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got you covered! …For the music lover The Eskies – Wed 14 Feb The Eskies bring their unique brand of folk noir, gypsy jazz and swaggering stage specatacle to our auditorium…
Read more | February 1, 2018We currently run a wide range of courses for creative freelancers, corporate clients and complete beginners taking their first steps into Digital Print and Web Design, Filmmaking, Animation, Photography, Marketing, and many other areas. We are looking to extend this…
Read more | January 31, 2018And the nominations are in… Awards season is hotting up! The Oscar nominations are in, and we are thrilled that so many of Studio 74’s upcoming films made the cut. Read on for a full breakdown of our upcoming films…
Read more | January 24, 2018Want to help make the world a greener place? Help us cut down on our printing! Buying a last-minute present? Enjoy immediate free delivery! We’re always looking for ways to improve your experience with us, and so we are excited…
Read more | January 22, 2018Our Fundraising and Development Manager would like to share some news with you. Here’s to 2018! I hope that yours has started brilliantly and that you had a great Christmas. So far, 2018 has been a fantastic year for us and…
Read more | January 16, 2018A £1 ticketing system charge applies to all tickets bought online. This helps us to pay for the ticketing software and website management, ensuring we can provide you with the best possible experience. As a charity, we don’t charge this…
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Read more | January 8, 2018Each year Exeter Phoenix commissions new work from filmmakers and visual artists as part of our commitment to supporting artists, nurturing great talent and enabling the production of new work. We are now inviting creative and inspiring proposals for our 2018 short film commission schemes with over £10,000 of support available.
Read more | December 13, 2017We’re kicking off 2018 with a sensational line-up of events! The past six months have seen some exciting changes here at Exeter Phoenix. With a large capital project to improve facilities on the horizon, and the launch of our fundraising…
Read more | December 11, 2017Local and International Filmmakers Scoop Awards at Two Short Nights Film Festival Our annual short film festival, Two Short Nights, brought flocks of filmmakers, viewers and industry professionals to the city last week for a celebration of short film. Now…
Read more | December 4, 2017In October we launched You Make Exeter Phoenix, an appeal to raise £60,000 for major refurbishments to our beautiful building. Since then we’ve been talking to some of the people who make Exeter Phoenix thrive, like Simon Hall, one of the creative…
Read more | December 4, 2017Last month we launched You Make Exeter Phoenix, an appeal to raise £60,000 for major refurbishments to our beautiful building. Since then we’ve been talking to some of the people who make Exeter Phoenix thrive, like animator and filmmaker Ashley Thorpe. Ashley has…
Read more | November 30, 2017Let The Good Times Roll This Christmas (And the Mulled Cider Flow) This festive season, we’re inviting families and party-goers to sample an alternative Christmas. From mid November, we will be hosting a festive flurry of cultural events from family…
Read more | November 14, 2017Nikki Sved on What Makes Exeter Phoenix Last month we launched You Make Exeter Phoenix, an appeal to raise £60,000 for major refurbishments to our beautiful building. Since then we’ve been talking to some of the people who make Exeter…
Read more | November 8, 2017A quirky arts market offering original, handmade and locally crafted goods. Too good to stay away…yes, Unique Boutique is back by popular demand to fill your stockings to the brim with locally made and handcrafted goods. Each year just gets…
Read more | November 7, 2017Winter is coming… …And it comes bearing gifts! The nights are drawing in, mince pies are (already!) hitting the shelves, and you’ve had to dig out your proper coat. You know what we call it? Cinema weather! Warm up…
Read more | November 3, 2017Celebrate Short Film at Exeter’s Two Short Nights Film Festival Exeter Phoenix’s annual short film festival, Two Short Nights prepares to bring flocks of filmmakers, viewers and industry specialists to the city this winter in a celebration of short film…
Read more | November 1, 2017Winner announced: Audience Choice Award Exeter Contemporary Open 2017 London-based artist Gareth Cadwallader has today been announced as the recipient of the £200 Audience Choice Award, as voted for by visitors to Exeter Contemporary Open 2017. Cadwallader, who was also…
Read more | October 27, 2017We are proud to be backing Exeter Pride in its bid to host UK Pride 2018. Exeter Pride committee, the group which organises the biggest annual celebration of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) communities in the county of…
Read more | October 20, 2017Opportunity for singers to perform at Exeter Phoenix Mahogany Opera Group seek singers to join a specially formed community choir who will rehearse and perform as part of the Mozart vs Machine opera. The performance will be on Wed 15 Nov, with…
Read more | October 19, 2017Get set for a thrilling halloween Party goers and film lovers and budding animators – get set for a thrilling halloween at Exeter Phoenix! Celebrate all the things that go bump in the night with film, music and more! Festivities…
Read more | October 17, 2017We’re delighted to have launched You Make Exeter Phoenix – a fundraising appeal to raise £60,000 for major refurbishments to this beautiful building! This summer, Arts Council England announced that Exeter Phoenix has been awarded £187,000 to improve our gallery spaces and…
Read more | October 13, 2017This November, Theatre Alibi bring their new show to Exeter. Book now to take advantage of 10% off family tickets!
Read more | October 12, 2017Explore, Learn and Get Involved this Half Term at Exeter Phoenix Exeter Phoenix’s half term events are full of wonder with theatre, films and courses to keep children, and those who are young at heart, inspired and engaged while school…
Read more | October 6, 2017Filmmakers, adventurers, thrill seekers and silver screen starlets are invited to take part in our 11th annual 48 Hour Film Challenge to write, shoot and edit a 3 minute film in just 48 hours. This year’s best films will be…
Read more | October 2, 2017Win £1,000 to create a new animated film We have now opened the application process for The South West Animation Film Commission offering the region’s filmmakers and animators the chance to win a £1000 prize to create a new animated…
Read more | September 25, 2017Public Service Announcement! Enter your details now for a chance to win Public Service Broadcasting tickets! Want to keep in the loop with all the latest news from Exeter Phoenix? Want to be in with a chance to a…
Read more | September 21, 2017From left to right: Aimee Parrott’s Banner 2, Olivia Bax’s Blaaah An exclusive awards ceremony and exhibition opening at Exeter Phoenix last night saw Aimee Parrott announced as the winner of the prestigious £1000 Overall Award for Exeter Contemporary Open…
Read more | September 18, 2017We are pleased to announce that Public Service Broadcasting will be headlining Lost In Music during The Lost Weekend – a new 3-day festival taking place across Exeter. About Lost In Music Lost In Music spans nine venues across the…
Read more | September 6, 2017Film Commissions 2017 Updates Our commissioned filmmakers have been hard at work over the last five months on their upcoming short film projects. They are really starting to take shape and we are thrilled to be able to share some…
Read more | September 4, 2017F-Rating Throughout our programme you will see the ‘F-Rated’ logo accompanying specific films. Studio 74 is proud to champion women in film, and we are delighted to be part of the F-Rating movement. Developed by Bath Film Festival and…
Read more | August 25, 2017With more than 100 ticketed events, courses and cinema screenings this season, Exeter Phoenix’s September to December schedule is bursting with captivating ideas, beautiful arts and vibrant music. The city’s most innovative, intriguing and inspired festivals are coming to Exeter…
Read more | August 14, 2017This summer, we have lined up a huge variety of film, theatre, photography and tech activities for young people aged 6 to 17, alongside summer cinema and theatre that all the family can enjoy.
Read more | July 24, 2017Exeter Phoenix Commissioned Film Looking For Crew Photographer & filmmaker Jimmy Swindells is looking for professional crew for his Exeter Phoenix commissioned short comedy/drama, The Aisle. About the project The film has a small budget so this is something to get involved…
Read more | July 11, 2017In this new blog series, we’re going to be taking you behind the scenes with some interview with our team members. Up first this week it’s our Fundraising and Development Manager Laura Cameron-Long, who has been smiling all week as a…
Read more | June 30, 2017Image credit: LOWPROFILE Our buzzing multi-disciplinary arts organisation is getting a face lift and exciting new contemporary art gallery facilities thanks to funding awarded from Arts Council England for an exciting new capital project. In addition, our crucial main funding…
Read more | June 27, 2017Short film focusing on dementia to be shot in Devon this summer. An emotional and powerful short film, Before I Go , is to be shot in Devon later this year. Filmmaker Scott Stevens , who was awarded the Exeter…
Read more | June 9, 2017Summer Film School is a filmmaking project for young people produced in partnership between Exeter Phoenix & Four Of Swords. The film school takes around twenty 10-14 year olds and works intensively with them over the course of a week, guiding them…
Read more | April 20, 2017This week we are delighted to announce the winners of our 2017 film commissions. The winning concepts include surrealist comedies, dramatic portraits of human endeavour and mental health, innovative animation, and artist moving image work exploring hybrid bodies.
Read more | April 19, 2017Exeter Phoenix and Blind Ditch present Street LAB, a micro-festival of live art busking hitting the streets of the city during Art Week Exeter (13 – 21 May). The festival showcases an exciting array of entertaining and politically engaged concepts…
Read more | April 19, 2017We’re calling on all artists, doodlers and designers with a love of Exeter Phoenix to help us come up with a new T-shirt design to be worn by our café bar staff throughout 2017/18. Our favourite idea will be selected…
Read more | March 23, 2017We’re delighted to announce a host of Oscar winning films are making their way to Studio 74 over the next few weeks. Read on to find out more. Manchester By Sea Kenneth Lonergan’s drama about a grief-stricken Boston janitor scooped an…
Read more | March 1, 2017IMAGE CREDIT: REBECCA HARRIS – STORM IN A B CUP Wed 8 March is International Women’s Day and we’d like to invite you to join us for a host of inspiring arts events celebrating some of the artistic, social and…
Read more | March 1, 2017Save on entry to Japanese films at Exeter Phoenix and the Hiroshige exhibition at RAMM. Studio 74 at Exeter Phoenix and RAMM are offering a £1 special discount: buy a full-price ticket at RAMM and receive £1 off any of…
Read more | February 27, 2017Entries are now open for one of the South West’s most vibrant and longest running film festivals, Two Short Nights.
Submissions are invited from filmmakers based across the UK and beyond, working in every genre, from animation and documentary to moving image artwork and music videos.
Read more | February 6, 2017Scandifilm is a season of Nordic and Scandinavian cinema. It will take place throughout January, February and March at Exeter Phoenix. Scandifilm is unique and enchanting. It will feature exciting film experiences that offer a taste of the Scandinavian culture. At…
Read more | January 27, 2017So far, the Golden Globe nominees have been announced and we know who the BAFTA contenders are, but it was yesterday’s Academy Award nomination announcement that has got us really excited for awards season! We’re delighted to announce that six Oscar…
Read more | January 25, 2017Thu 26 Jan | 7pm | Exeter Cathedral Exeter’s cultural venues will celebrate a new season of events at a launch party held at the Cathedral on Thu 26 Jan. Open to the public and completely free of charge, the launch is…
Read more | January 23, 2017With the Golden Globes ceremony kicking off awards season, we’re delighted to announce that a trio of Golden Globe winning films are included in our upcoming film season. La La Land La La Land broke Golden Globes records, winning every category it was…
Read more | January 10, 2017Awards season kicked off in style with the Golden Globes ceremony earlier this week. Today saw the announcement of the 2017 BAFTA nominations. We’re delighted to announce that our upcoming film season includes several BAFTA nominated titles. La La Land La…
Read more | January 10, 2017Scandifilm returns to Exeter Phoenix for a third year of unique and enchanting film experiences, all centred around Scandinavian cinema.
This is more than just a film festival. This is an opportunity to live, eat and breathe Scandi. Join us throughout January, February and March to experience our pick of the best new Scandinavian film titles and much more.
Read more | January 9, 2017Our annual short film festival, Two Short Nights, brought flocks of filmmakers, viewers and industry specialists to the city last week in a celebration of short film and the people who make them.
Read more | December 6, 2016A series of eight films which looks at sub-cultural groups will be showing in Studio 74 between From 18 Nov – 13 Dec.
Alien Nation has been curated by Fabian’s Film CIC, a locally based production company. Each film deals with at least one sub-cultural theme around teenage/old age, class, race, gender and disability.
Read more | November 16, 2016Deadline: Wed 21 Dec Exeter Phoenix will be offering several week-long work placements in the summer of 2017. This will involve working with our admin, marketing, digital, tech, and front of house departments on a variety of tasks. Please return…
Read more | October 31, 2016Contemporary Art Auction, Snow-filled Family Adventures and A Madcap Mix Of Festival Fun In the run up to Christmas, we are delighted to announce some of the biggest events in our calendar including the hotly anticipated line up for our famous sell-out New Years Eve…
Read more | October 21, 2016Are you are looking to gain experience in a contemporary arts environment, and immerse yourself in the Exeter art scene? Exeter Phoenix has a vibrant contemporary art programme with four galleries showing a diverse range of visual arts, from our…
Read more | October 10, 2016This Novemeber, Right Now Film Festival comes to Exeter with a programme of award winning documentary features that follow the lives of people from across the world who are living with the consequences of conflict, corruption, displacement and police brutality
Read more | October 10, 2016Studio 74 is proud to be taking part in #BFIBlackStar season – the UK’s biggest ever season of film and television dedicated to celebrating the range, versatility and power of black actors. Black Star celebrates the relationship between stars and the audiences who love them, spotlighting great performances by black actors on screen.
Read more | October 4, 2016Our exclusive awards ceremony and exhibition opening last night saw US born artist Devlin Shea announced as the winner of the prestigious £1000 Overall Award for Exeter Contemporary Open 2016. Devlin Shea said, ‘It’s been great to be part of…
Read more | September 16, 2016Our graffiti garden has been transformed with the help of Marks and Spencers’ Spark Something Good project. A team of green-fingered volunteers spent the day clearing out the messy, disused space and converted it into a beautiful, safe, green area…
Read more | September 13, 2016Last year, we opened our brand new bespoke cinema space, Studio 74. The only truly independent cinema in Exeter, this intimate and beautifully designed 74 seat screening space presents a rolling programme of first rate independent film and latest arthouse releases. Tickets…
Read more | September 2, 2016Exeter bids to win £1.5m cultural funding in Great Place Scheme Exeter is looking to secure £1.5 million of grant funding to make heritage and arts in the city and beyond even greater than it is now. The City Council…
Read more | September 2, 2016THU 1 – MON 5 SEP We’ve teamed up with our pals at the Bike Shed Theatre for a one off FLASH SALE. That means hundreds of bargain tickets for upcoming theatre, live music, workshops and film across the city….
Read more | August 31, 2016We are inviting proposals for the development of a short animated film project. Selected proposals will be invited to The Live Pitch at Two Short Nights Film Festival in December 2016 where the winning idea will be chosen by panel of industry professionals.
Read more | August 5, 2016This November Studio 74 will be co-hosting Cinemas of Small Nations, a new festival which celebrates the rich film culture of small European nations. 2016 will focus on Wales, Scotland, Romania and Belgium and events will include features, short film…
Read more | August 4, 2016Our commissioned filmmakers have been in full swing with their film productions over the last few months, with shoots taking place locally and further afield across the UK. Bethan Highgate-Betts has finished picking up all the last shots for her…
Read more | August 4, 2016UnPacked Festival curators, PaddleBoat Theatre Company, have packed a very big suitcase full of exciting theatre shows and creative workshops for all the family to enjoy this summer.
Read more | July 12, 2016Here at Exeter Phoenix we love the process of filmmaking and seeing young creative minds develop through artistic practice. This is why we are so excited to be plotting the third edition of our famous Summer Film School, which will be…
Read more | July 7, 2016This September we present a significant showcase exhibition of emerging and established contemporary visual artists from across the UK and beyond. Exeter Contemporary Open is an annual, open submission exhibition, which over the last eleven years has built national and international…
Read more | July 5, 2016Celebrate the release of the new BFG movie at Exeter Phoenix with a whole host of family fun WATCH THE NEW FILM Screenings from Fri 22 Jul – Fri 5 Aug at Exeter Phoenix’s Studio 74. Find out more here…
Read more | July 4, 2016Shooting Season Commences in style for the Exeter Phoenix Short Film Commissions 2016 After being selected in March, our commissioned filmmakers – including our new Micro Short and RAW film strands – have thrown themselves whole heartedly over the production…
Read more | July 4, 20167 AUG – 13 AUG This years’ Big Screen In The Park is bigger and better than ever! After the roaring success of last years’ cinema under the stars we’re returning with not six, but seven nights of outdoor cinema magic….
Read more | July 1, 2016Artists are now being invited to submit work to our national platform for contemporary visual arts. Exeter Contemporary Open is one of the highlights of the South West’s arts calendar. Now in its eleventh year, it provides an important national…
Read more | June 1, 2016PaddleBoat Theatre Company have packed a very big suitcase full of exciting theatre shows and creative workshops for all the family to enjoy this summer. Exeter is set to experience its…
Read more | June 1, 2016In Autumn 2015 we re-opened our Digital Workshop, which now features brand new macs with the full range of Creative Suite software and Final Cut Pro X to meet a whole host of creative training and project needs. We currently…
Read more | May 17, 2016Paper Phoenix – Christmas Market Paper Phoenix is an indie design and art market that will be held on Sat 3 Dec, 10.30am – 4pm. Showcasing the best of Exeter’s established independent designers, whilst nurturing and encouraging up-and-coming talent, Paper Phoenix…
Read more | May 13, 2016The only truly independent cinema in Exeter, this intimate and beautifully designed 74 seat screening space presents a rolling programme of first rate independent film and latest arthouse releases within a vibrant arts setting, complete with a buzzing Café Bar.
Read more | May 11, 2016Exeter Phoenix is delighted to announce the 2016 Artists Moving Image Commission has been awarded to Bristol based artist Ben Tupper to develop a new work A Mythology in Self Defence. Tupper was selected from almost 60 applicants from all…
Read more | May 3, 2016We are pleased to announce that we have been chosen to host the prestigious Radio 1 Academy, a week of inspiring creative industry events, gigs and workshops all for young people, which will run alongside the Radio 1’s Big Weekend. Our…
Read more | April 20, 2016Make your cinema visit extra special with The Big Night-Owtski.
Enjoy a two-course dining experience, a large glass of wine (or any drink of your choice) and a film for just £20 at selected screenings.
Read more | April 19, 2016We are pleased to announce our new season of events spanning everything from live performance, comedy and music, arthouse cinema and documentaries to contemporary art exhibitions.
What’s more, regular visitors and city centre shoppers will be pleased to hear that our buzzing café bar has rolled out a new menu of fresh, lovingly made nibbles and meals to enjoy on its suntrap terrace.
Read more | April 18, 2016This year, Exeter Phoenix is taking a new approach to its commission schemes and has launched a brand new range of categories. In total, over £15,000 of support in artist fees and equipment hire will be made available to filmmakers and moving…
Read more | April 18, 2016Valuing the things we buy today as the heritage of tomorrow. Mon 25 Apr – Sat 21 May Imagine as you next walk down the high street or relax in your local park, that everything is known about you –…
Read more | April 15, 2016You can find our newly refurbished Mac-based training suite is nestled amongst the Film Production Office and Studio 74 at Exeter Phoenix, offering a range of facilities available to hire for any creative digital project. If you are working independently…
Read more | April 11, 2016After receiving a record number of applications for our new and improved commission schemes this year, we have selected the 6 filmmaking teams that will take their innovative ideas to the big screen and premiere their shorts at Two Short…
Read more | April 11, 2016CERT.X Playing on a bi-monthly basis from 16 April, CERT.X presents a series of films from the dark corners of cinema history. Before becoming entirely associated with pornography, the X-certificate used to mean adult films of a different kind. These…
Read more | March 23, 2016
We’ve been chosen as one of a select group of pubs and bars to be part of St Austell’s new Small Batch Beer Club.
Read more | March 20, 2016Photo Credit: Gemma Ward Photography Despite being just 20 years old, Richard Chappell is already making waves in the dance world, with The Guardian describing him as ‘a choreographer to watch’. This April his dance company will present three works…
Read more | March 16, 2016Funding Success For Le Navet Bete Funding success for the South West’s much loved physical comedy theatre company Le Navet Bete as they bring back The Wonderful Wizard of Oz in a tornado of laughter. Fresh off the back of…
Read more | March 9, 2016We’re recruiting new volunteer stewards, and are looking for enthusiastic people who love film and enjoy working in a customer focused environment.
As one of our stewards, you’ll get to see great films for free while gaining experience in a professional arts organisation.
Read more | March 3, 2016Over February half term, we partnered with internationally acclaimed physical theatre company Le Navet Bete and Devon Young Carers to deliver an intensive week long course on clowning to a group of enthusiastic 13 – 19 year olds. After a…
Read more | February 25, 2016Are you are looking to gain experience in a professional arts environment, and see a whole host of live music along the way?
Find out more about our volunteering opportunities.
Read more | February 25, 2016
We have just launched our new season of live performance, music, cinema and exhibitions. Spring at Exeter Phoenix presents a whole host of opportunities for great days and nights out with friends.
Read more | February 17, 2016As part of the legendary city based animation festival Animated Exeter, follow the white rabbit to Studio 74. Here, you can explore the many faces of Alice in Wonderland ahead of our screening of Jan Svankmajer’s alternative animated film Alice on Fri 19 Feb. Pop…
Read more | February 16, 2016Take part in our chopstick challenge!
When?
7pm on Wed 2 Mar, before Noriben: Recipe Of Fortune, the first screening in our Japanese film season.
Read more | February 15, 2016After dominating the awards at yesterday’s BAFTA ceremony, The Revenant has marked itself as a film not to be missed. This season, Studio 74 will be home to five BAFTA winning films, with Spotlight, Inside Out, Room and Star Wars: The Force Awakens also scooping awards. What’s…
Read more | February 15, 2016Whether you’re here for a show or just want to catch a bite to eat in a buzzing city centre café with a sunny terrace, come in and try our new selection of tasty lunch and evening grub.
Read more | February 10, 2016A Journey From John O’Groats to Land’s End Using Just Local Bus Routes We are pleased to announce that its 2016 Short Documentary Commission has been awarded to local actor and filmmaker Simeon Costello. With a value of over £2200, the…
Read more | January 29, 2016
Journey With Us Through A Season of Scandinavian Cinema A pop up horror cinema in Haldon Forest, explorations into Iceland’s buzzing music scene, and a surf film cold water special; just some of the immersive cinematic experiences on offer at…
Read more | January 21, 2016The 2016 Oscar nominations were announced today, and we are thrilled to announce that our upcoming cinema season includes an exciting selection of the following Oscar nominated films. Plus our special ‘Mad About Film‘ offer means you can enjoy any…
Read more | January 14, 2016An Interview with Nikki Sved Theatre Alibi return to Exeter Phoenix in February with a new show, Falling. The show’s director Nikki Sved has been involved with the theatre company since the 1990s and offers an insight into their latest show…
Read more | January 11, 2016
…And the nominations are in! We’re thrilled to announce that our upcoming film season includes five BAFTA nominated titles. Carol, Bridge Of Spies, Spotlight, Inside Out and Star Wars: The Force Awakens are amongst the films to have been nominated for BAFTA glory. You can…
Read more | January 8, 2016
Scandinavian Cinema, Punk Legends and Laugh Out Loud Comedy Festival Jan-Feb Events at Exeter Phoenix This new year, we present another vibrant mix of music, art and performance, from award-winning internationally renowned artists to homegrown talent. Alongside a thrilling programme of…
Read more | December 11, 2015
Submissions are now invited for our 2016 Commissions.
In total, over £15,000 of support in artist fees and equipment hire will be made available to filmmakers and moving image artists at all levels, to create 8 short films.
Read more | December 1, 2015
As Culture, Data, Projector concludes its journey, Fabian’s Film wants to hear from you Exeter Phoenix have supported Fabian’s Film’s latest film project Culture, Data, Projector. The film project concludes over the coming weeks after the close of the epic…
Read more | November 30, 2015
Local and international directors win awards at the Two Short Nights Film Festival Pictured: Paul Parncutt and the team behind Cloaned with their award for Best Short Film Commission. Exeter Phoenix’s annual short film festival, Two Short Nights, brought flocks of filmmakers,…
Read more | November 30, 2015Exeter Phoenix gift vouchers can be redeemed for anything in our programme, whether it’s a day exploring your creative side at a sculpting workshop, a training session with our filmmaking team, or a great night out at one of the hundreds of gigs we programme every year.
Read more | November 16, 2015
Behind The Scenes: Brief Encounter The making of a classic during the Second World War Now one of the most iconic British films of all time, Brief Encounter endured a rather unique set of filming challenges. Filming took place between January and…
Read more | November 12, 2015
Jammy Voo’s latest show, Birdhouse, is a wonderfully surreal comedy horror, inspired by Alfred Hitchcock’s The Birds. Nominated for a Total Theatre Award for Innovation, Experimentation and Playing with Form, Jammy Voo’s Birdhouse introduces us to the four sole survivors…
Read more | November 10, 2015
We’re delighted to share with you the news that Theatre Alibi’s Daniel Jamieson has won a prestigious award for his plays for children. Daniel won the award from Action for Children’s Arts after being nominated by the artistic director of…
Read more | November 10, 2015
A response to the banning in 2012 of Gay Pride in Moscow for 100 years, We’ll Meet In Moscow comes to the stage of Exeter Phoenix on Mon 16 Nov. Exploring hope, the distances we travel, and the lengths we…
Read more | November 2, 2015
Our upcoming #BFILove screening of Annie Hall has led to several conversations in the office about memorable first dates. …Unfortunately first dates aren’t always memorable for the right reasons! From the downright awful to the hilarious, and right the way through to the…
Read more | October 26, 2015
With our upcoming screenings of the classic Rebel Without A Cause and new biopic Life, we take a look at the legend of James Dean. James Dean is not just an actor. James Dean is a cultural icon. The Telegraph…
Read more | October 26, 2015
As part of our Crossing The Line film season, we are screening The Lives Of Others – a classic tale of corruption, politics and human drama set in East Germany, 1984. The film’s writer and director, Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck,…
Read more | October 23, 2015
As the race to Christmas picks up pace and sparkly trees and glitter start to appear in Exeter, Gandy Street will be buzzing with music and entertainers in their own seasonal festival: Countdown To Christmas. From 5.30pm on Thu 26…
Read more | October 23, 2015
Relaxed Performances A relaxed performance is the opposite of the Quiet Carriage on a train… Do you have a family member who makes involuntary noise, is likely to talk a lot, needs to move around, or gets disturbed by sudden…
Read more | October 23, 2015
Films To Fall In Love With
Films To Break Your Heart
Studio 74 is taking part in one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of romance – the BFI LOVE Season. Rekindling audience passions for film’s most enduring love stories. Featuring Brief Encounter, Annie Hall, Blue Velvet and Fatal Attraction.
Read more | October 22, 2015Deadline: Ongoing Are you are looking to gain experience in a professional arts environment or are you simply a lover of music, performance or film? We are looking for people to assist in the smooth running of our performances, looking…
Read more | October 22, 2015DEADLINE: WED 21 DEC Exeter Phoenix will be offering several week-long work placements in the summer of 2017. This will involve working with our admin, marketing, digital, tech, and front of house departments on a variety of tasks. Please return…
Read more | October 22, 2015Bring a friend and we’ll give you rewards… If you book two places on selected courses or workshops in Nov and Dec this year, we’ll give you a 10% discount on both places. That’s money off for you and your…
Read more | October 20, 2015
Exeter’s brand new independent cinema Studio 74 opens its doors with the sensational documentary The Wolfpack. Winner of the Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize, this The Wolfpack takes you into the extraordinary world of the Angulo brothers who have been locked away from society…
Read more | October 16, 2015
Exeter Phoenix launches the first of its 2016 Short Film Commissions with a call out for proposals for the 2016 Devon Documentary Short film Commission.
Read more | October 16, 2015
The run up to Christmas sees another vibrant mix of music, art, film and performance, from award-winning internationally renowned artists to homegrown talent.
Read more | October 14, 2015
We are thrilled to announce that we have won the M&S Energy Fund for the South West. Over 246 projects were submitted to M&S, before a public vote decided which projects would receive funding. We are therefore delighted that we will be receiving £12,500…
Read more | October 14, 2015
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Read more | October 12, 2015
With the Rugby World Cup in full swing, Studio 74 takes a look at a lesser known international rugby event – the International Gay Rugby World Cup.
Read more | October 9, 2015
A pop up horror cinema in Exeter’s Underground Passages, canal-side cycling adventures celebrating film, and boundary-pushing screenings followed by gritty debate; just some of the immersive cinematic experiences at Crossing The Line.
Read more | September 29, 2015
Championing the under-represented and independent, Studio 74 celebrates the Rugby World Cup 2015 with a powerful insight into rugby as more than just a sport with a special screening of documentary Scrum.
Read our interview with the film’s director Poppy Stockwell.
Read more | September 24, 2015
Last year, our bursary filmmaker Luke Jeffrey won the Two Short Nights Film Festival Audience Award with his Devon Short Film Commission Seeing Red. This short film has since gone from strength to strength, most recently being shortlisted for Shooting…
Read more | September 18, 2015
Last night saw the gallery opening and awards ceremony for of the Exeter Contemporary Open 2015 exhibition. Exeter Contemporary Open is an annual, open submission exhibition that presents work from some of the most exciting emerging and established artists from…
Read more | September 11, 2015In February we announced an Arts Council grant of £320,000 awarded to Exeter Phoenix for structural changes that would result in better facilities that offer more to our visitors.
Now, in the final stages, we are looking to our audiences to help us cross the finish line…
Read more | September 7, 2015
Our solar-powered cinema project has been shortlisted to receive funding from the M&S Energy Community Fund. Securing this additional funding will allow us to install solar panels on the roof of our new cinema space. It will enable us to pay…
Read more | August 19, 2015
Entry to the park from 7.30pm, film starts at approximately 9pm. Entry to the event is via the Queen Street gate, around the corner from Ruby’s Burgers. Please do not bring alcohol onto the site. A full bar and festival…
Read more | August 11, 2015
This November, Theatre Alibi return to Exeter Phoenix with their latest show, Olive and the Dream Train. For one week only they are offering a fantastic family offer for all you early bird bookers.
Book now, and bring the family for just £20!
Read more | August 10, 2015
With another vibrant mix of music, art and performance as well as the hotly anticipated launch of Studio 74, Exeter’s new independent cinema, soak up the best of what Exeter has to offer.
Read more | August 7, 2015
Exeter Phoenix is excited to be supporting Culture, Data, Projector – Fabian’s Film’s latest film project exploring themes of culture, identity, the environment and sport inspired by each of the five nations taking part in the Rugby World Cup events in Exeter.
Read more | July 27, 2015
Offer: FREE TICKETS for one day only*! …Did someone say free tickets? Our summer season is brimming with fun outdoor events for all the family, and so for one day only we’re offering a family fun in the sun offer,…
Read more | July 10, 2015
Artists Selected: Exeter Contemporary Open Exeter Phoenix is pleased to announce the fourteen artists who have been selected for this year’s Exeter Contemporary Open art exhibition. Exeter Contemporary Open is a firmly established highlight of the annual visual arts calendar…
Read more | July 8, 2015
©LOANED: Exeter Phoenix Devon Short Film Commission Shooting Dates Set. Crew needed. A desperate student takes an unconventional deal to fund her education – with dangerous consequences for her future self. ©loaned is a sci-fi fable written by Paul Parncutt and…
Read more | June 26, 2015
The short documentary Jab Jab the film, commissioned by Exeter Phoenix and Colourburn, is currently in production and will be screened at Exeter Phoenix’s Two Short Nights Film Festival 2015 and film festivals throughout the UK.
Read more | June 23, 2015
In the run up to Exeter’s outdoor cinema event Big Screen In The Park, the gnomes from Amelie have gone on holiday! If you see one on their travels, take a selfie and share it on social media using #bigscreeninthepark. Favourite gnome holiday snaps will win a pair of tickets to Big Screen In The Park.
Read more | June 23, 2015
Back in February Exeter Phoenix announced the fantastic news of its successful bid to Arts Council England to improve its range of facilities. Here’s a little bit about what was included in our bid, and what you can expect to see coming to life here over the summer.
Read more | June 23, 2015
Our sizzling summer season is here, bringing with it a host of exciting outdoor events.
With Exeter Phoenix set to bring arts out into the summer sunshine, we’d like to share with you our top tips for enjoying these outdoor events…
Read more | June 18, 2015
We are currently looking for people to help with a variety of music, performance and film events programmed by Exeter Phoenix. We’re currently looking for volunteers for Big Screen In The Park and Miracle Theatre’s Wild West Week. If you are…
Read more | June 11, 2015
With another exciting mix of music, performance, art and film, Exeter Phoenix is set to launch a summer of fun. Alongside a diverse programme of comedy, gigs and creative courses, Exeter Phoenix will be bringing arts out into the summer sunshine with a fantastic range of outdoor events through the summer months.
Read more | June 9, 2015
We have come a long way since the first Big Screen when our audience huddled together in a car park to share the collective experience of cinema, but really, very little has changed. The formula of fresh air, bums on rugs and a great selection of films on our mighty pop up screen still all contribute to make Big Screen in the Park a cinematic adventure.
Read more | May 29, 2015
Exeter Phoenix is excited to announce that the Two Short Nights Film Festival’s call for entries is now closed.
The deadline for entries is Friday 17th July 2015 and films of any genre under 15 minutes in length are invited to submit. Films may be submitted into one of two categories; Short Film (including music video and animation) and Documentary.
Read more | May 26, 2015
Reaching their fundraising goal of £10,000 will allow Spacex to embark on an exciting series of projects and artist residencies, including ones in partnership with Exeter Phoenix.
Read more | May 21, 2015
Exeter Phoenix is pleased to announce Bristol based artist Benjamin Owen as the recipient of our 2015 Artist’s Moving Image Commission.
Read more | May 13, 2015
#ContemporaryOpen Exeter Phoenix is pleased to announce the selection panel for Exeter Contemporary Open 2015. Joining Phoenix Gallery curator Matt Burrows will be artist Sean Edwards, artist, writer & curator Cedar Lewisohn and independent curator and gallerist Jennie Syson. The…
Read more | April 28, 2015
Following a flood of applications for the Devon Short Film Commissions, Exeter Phoenix is pleased to announce the four selected bursary films for 2015. Submissions were requested from Devon filmmakers who have created an original idea for a short film…
Read more | April 21, 2015
Exeter is to ‘pass go’ and soon its very own version of the Monopoly board game will be available in shops. Members of the public voted in their thousands to secure the go ahead for the Monopoly: Exeter Edition which…
Read more | March 26, 2015Alongside the vibrant mix of events, exhibitions and festivals that happen in our building, Exeter Phoenix is also home to the Creative Hub – a resource, meeting place and melting pot for creative practitioners and organisations, access equipment and facilities and pick up new skills.
Read more | March 10, 2015
Exeter Phoenix is delighted to announce that it has been successful in a bid to Arts Council England for £320,000 to increase its facilities. The project, which will be match-funded, will enable an expanded film programme that will take place…
Read more | February 24, 2015
To celebrate Vibraphonic Festival 2015, we’ll be screening some of our favourite movies about music. Tickets just £5 per film or £8 for a double bill. Booking a double bill online: add tickets for both films to your basket and…
Read more | January 9, 2015
Starting on the Mon 12 Jan with the international German smash-hit Run Lola Run, audiences can go on a nostalgia trip to revisit old favourites, or have the thrill of discovering these films for the very first time. Audiences will…
Read more | January 8, 2015
With new immersive cinema experiences, special post-screening events, plus discussions and Q&As, you can now get more out of your Monday night trip to the cinema than ever before. With tickets priced at just £5 across the board, films range…
Read more | January 8, 2015
Applications for the Exeter Phoenix short film commissions are now open. Exeter Phoenix Digital has been commissioning short film projects for 12 years. In this time nearly 80 Short Films have been funded and/or supported and developed. Exeter Phoenix Digital…
Read more | January 7, 2015
Proposals are invited, from South West based artists, for the creation of a new moving image based artwork for screen, installation or online display. Exeter Phoenix will provide a single £1000 fee towards production costs for developing and realising the…
Read more | January 7, 2015
‘We are proud to be supporting such impressive local filmmaking talent.’ DAMO CROSS, COLOURBURN The winners have been announced for Exeter Phoenix’s Two Short Nights Film Festival 2014, sponsored by Colourburn. Only five award categories and almost 65 short films…
Read more | December 18, 2014
Did you know we sell gift vouchers? If you’re stuck for the ideal gift, maybe you could consider something a little bit fun – like tickets to a gig, a comedy show or a one-day art workshop? BROWSE EVENTS TO…
Read more | December 11, 2014
Exeter Phoenix’s Two Short Nights Film Festival is set to return for its 13th year and is promising to showcase some of the most extraordinary and exciting short films from around the world. From Thursday 11th to Friday 12th December…
Read more | December 9, 2014
Vibraphonic urban music festival, Laugh Out Loud comedy, new immersive cinema experiences and over 50 artists’ work featured in a subversive new exhibition: Exeter Phoenix launches a bold and thrilling new season. This season, Exeter Phoenix’s music highlights include: The…
Read more | December 8, 2014
Exeter’s very own award-winning physical comedy theatre company, Le Navet Bete, have been successful in securing Arts Council England funding (£56,849) to support the creation and national tour of over 40 dates of their brand new show, Dick Tracy, debuting…
Read more | October 24, 2014
Can you help? Exeter City Council needs to reduce budgets in line with Government funding cuts so they are conducting surveys to find out your views about culture in our city. Currently, a crucial part of our income comes from…
Read more | October 23, 2014
We are very pleased to announce that the Audience Choice Award for this year’s Exeter Contemporary Open exhibition has been won by Royal College of Art graduate Lexi Strauss. Lexi was voted for by visitors to the exhibition, which remains…
Read more | October 22, 2014
The Dala Horse featured on the Scandiland logo wants to go on an adventure. Cut him out from a printout of the page below or download him from scandilandfilm.com and take a picture of him…
Read more | October 21, 2014
For the first time in Two Short Nights history, we will be offering filmmakers the opportunity to pitch their ideas live to a panel in an audience filled auditorium. The filmmakers will be vying for a £750 commission to create…
Read more | October 13, 2014
This summer, Exeter Phoenix Digital has been working with the Chelsea and Westminster Health Charity on the 2014 Artists’ Healthcare Landscape Moving Image Commission. This provided a fantastic opportunity for lens-based artists to develop their practice in relation to healthcare…
Read more | September 30, 2014
An interview from music muso. We heard that The South were playing at the Exeter Phoenix on September 27th and thought it would be a great idea to hook up with Alison ‘Lady’ Wheeler who, alongside Dave Hemmingway, head up…
Read more | September 25, 2014
A pop up cinema in Haldon Forest, dark and atmospheric screenings of classic thrillers, live Swedish music and a salivating food presentation; just some of the immersive cinematic experiences created by Exeter Phoenix this November. Scandiland Trailer from Exeter Phoenix…
Read more | September 24, 2014
An exclusive awards ceremony and exhibition opening at Exeter Phoenix last night saw Hannah Murgatroyd announced as the recipient of the prestigious £1000 award for Exeter Contemporary Open 2014. The artist, who recently returned to the UK after years working…
Read more | September 17, 2014
This season, Exeter Phoenix’s music highlights include Mercury-prize winning Nick Mulvey (previously of Portico Quartet), Radio 6 DJ Ben Watt and original members of The Beautiful South performing their much loved songs alongside a programme packed with some of the…
Read more | August 8, 2014
Unique Boutique offers a way to shop like no other. A quirky arts market, it showcases the best of the west in the arts and crafts world offering the chance for discerning buyers to support local makers and independent businesses….
Read more | July 25, 2014
Big Screen In The Park returns to Exeter’s Northernhay Gardens for four nights of fabulous films under the stars. This year we are venturing to the moon and back, saving the world from super villains, visiting the bottom of the…
Read more | July 7, 2014
A month has passed since Ignite Festival 2014, Exeter’s biggest and best theatre festival to date. With over 200 performances citywide from local and internationally acclaimed companies and over double the number of visitors from 2013, this year saw Ignite…
Read more | July 2, 2014
Ever wanted to be a Viking? Or find your own treasure? Tanya and Paul Morel of Oddbodies, the creative team behind the darkly comic and award-winning Mrs Lustleigh’s Fancies and The Nature of Angrove have been selected by Exeter Phoenix Digital…
Read more | June 10, 2014
We’re delighted to announce a programme of events this summer with something for everyone. As always, our July to August season has an exciting mix of music, performance, art and film. Music highlights include the legendary Ian McLagan of The…
Read more | May 29, 2014
As part of Ignite Festival 2014, Nick Young brings his touching retelling of the classic tale Peter and The Wolf to Exeter. Reflecting Nick’s childhood growing up in the dusty heat of Africa, his acclaimed production blends the familiar story…
Read more | May 28, 2014
Exeter Phoenix is excited to announce that the Two Short Nights Film Festival’s Call for Entries is now open. Two Short Nights celebrates and promotes short film and the people who make them. Now in its 12th year, the festival…
Read more | May 23, 2014
Exeter Phoenix are pleased to announce the selection panel for this year’s Exeter Contemporary Open exhibition, which will consist of Independent Curator and Art Consultant, Ceri Hand, Turner Prize nominated artist David Shrigley and Phoenix Gallery Curator, Matt Burrows. The…
Read more | May 19, 2014
A Synagogue, a Cathedral, gardens, pubs and a parked caravan outside Central Station – theatre pops up all over the city for Ignite Festival. Mon 2 Jun – Sat 7 Jun. Ignite is a six day celebration of live performance…
Read more | May 6, 2014
Exeter Phoenix Devon Short Film Commission 2014 Exeter Phoenix Digital invited applications for the development of a short film project. The application had to be an original idea or script for a short film between 5-12 mins long. We welcomed…
Read more | April 11, 2014
Exeter Contemporary Open is one of the highlights of the South West’s arts calendar. Now in its ninth year, it provides an important national platform for contemporary visual art with an emphasis on supporting new and emerging talent alongside more…
Read more | April 1, 2014
Mark Grist’s show Rogue Teacher is at Exeter Phoenix this May. In your own words, give us a short biog on yourself. Crumbs…Well, I’m Mark. I’m an educator, poet, comedian and the probably the world’s most unlikely battle rapper….
Read more | March 27, 2014
The polymath virtuoso Tcha Limberger is the king of gypsy music by Garth Cartwright (The Sunday Times) Tcha Limberger, at first glance, might appear just another Gypsy fiddler. A handsome man with a thin moustache and sharp suit who, when…
Read more | March 17, 2014
Following the near biblical deluge of this winter, Exeter Phoenix is excited to welcome in springtime with it’s new season of gigs. So get your wellies off and put on your dancing shoes on as Exeter Phoenix reintroduces sunshine back…
Read more | March 12, 2014
Spring 2014 brings another exciting season to Exeter Phoenix. We’ll be welcoming popular music acts such as the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Joan As Police Woman and the 2013 Glastonbury Emerging Talent winners Bridie Jackson & The Arbour. The new…
Read more | March 10, 2014