A FANTASTIC line up of events, performances and exhibitions has been organised for this year's Hatherleigh Festival, which takes place between July 10 and 13. The world's only cling film escape, juggling with knives whilst drinking a pint and plenty of gags feature in 'Variety By the Moor', where top comic acts come together for a Thursday evening of laughter. The Friday night 'International Dance Revue' premieres a diverse collection of stunning dance performances from the avante garde to classical. With accompanying workshops to experience classical Indian, contemporary, creative, tap and modern ballroom, dancing has never been so much fun. A spokesman for the festival said: 'The Miracle Theatre will bring their brilliant new production 'Jason', on Sunday, plundering the riches of Greek mythology with tragic and very funny consequences. The ridiculous comic routine of Bruce Airhead features on Saturday evening and is followed by local rockers Re-evolvin' Door. 'Exhibitions include quirky Ceramicist Lucia Yonge, Sally Vergettes beautiful weavings, April Doubleday's gorgeous ethical jewellery and the sublime photographic canvases of Dave Green, who will also be giving an illustrated talk, together with Jo Seccombe and Lucy Turmaine at the Salar Gallery.' There are many workshops including junk collage and animation workshops for children, a Wren Trust family workhop, sugarcraft and painting a canvas in a day. Newly signed band Tin soldiers play at the festival just days before the release of their new single '24 Hours', while Saturday evening showcases the talented German violinist Sara Deborah Struntz. Folk punksters Babelfish, local rock duo Rob and Dave, the harmonious St Davids Singers and the Blackdown Steel Band will all be performing along with Hatherleigh Silver Band. Street Theatre from Tyburnjig, the Street Market, a portrait studio, Hidden Pubs of Hatherleigh walk, Crazy Mama, Craft and Messy Play, are all featured and the church will be beautifully decorated with flowers. The spokesman said: 'Bringing both local and international talent to Hatherleigh for four days of experiences and entertainment, we hope you will join us to enjoy the acts, the exhibitions and the atmosphere.' There is a festival opening fundraiser being held in the community centre on Friday June 27, featuring Abba Revival. Abba Revival are a high energy Abba production creating a show that takes the audience on a wild ride back to when Abba ruled the disco dance floor. All tickets £12. Festival tickets are available from June 1at Hatherleigh Pottery 01837 810624. For more information email [email protected]">[email protected] or call 01837 811116. Alternatively go to http://www.hatherleighfestival.co.uk">www.hatherleighfestival.co.uk
