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Dorset is a hotbed of creativity and expression and hosts a vibrant programme of productions in theatre, music, comedy, dance and film alongside an exciting mix of exhibitions and visual arts.
Dorset is also proud to promote a well supported network of Art Centres and organisations that promotes cultural development in the county.
The atmosphere of watching a play or live music in a village hall environment is much more intimate and engaging than in a large theatre and it stimulates a special connection between the performers and the audience that you don’t get elsewhere.
Wherever you are based in Dorset, you’ll have the opportunity to see some amazing productions from professional touring companies.
Be astounded at the exquisite talents of ballet dancers as they pirouette before your eyes or marvel at one-man plays; feel your spirit soar as your venue becomes filled with the sounds of samba and giggle until your sides split at a local comedy night.
Each year Dorset wows the crowds with some of the zaniest events around.
Be surprised, moved, entertained or contemplative, or maybe them all, as you make your way round Dorset as part of the Inside Out Festival.
From circus acts in Gillingham, sculpture at Hengistbury Head, a big wild sleepout with the RSPB and an outdoor performance to celebrate the Autumn Equinox, these are extraordinary events in extraordinary places.
As well as performance, Dorset has a varied programme of touring visual art exhibitions which circulate to rural galleries and other venues throughout the area.
You can visit contemporary craft shows, thematic exhibitions and displays from both national and regional artists.
For a more comprehensive view of all the great arts events going on in Dorset, visit:
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Arts and Culture
Bournemouth and Poole’s award-winning seafront has been transformed into a work of art! The Selfie Wall Trail stretches from Sandbanks all the way to Southbourne! Win fantastic prizes! Use #loveselfiewalls
Art
DORCHESTER
FORM - The Sculpture Show is taking place at Sculpture by the Lakes in Dorset from 1st April - 16th May. More than 30 of the UK's leading sculptors will exhibit their pieces across the sculpture park. Some 200 pieces will feature – making it not…
Art
Mill Lane, BRIDPORT
Grasping our first opportunity to showcase our Associate members' work, Sou'-Sou'-West Gallery is exhibiting original and innovative work which will uplift all our spirits.
Creating inspiring work during stressful and isolated restrictions, the…
Heritage
Mill Lane, LYME REGIS
Julie specialise in skies and landscapes. Inspirations have come from her rural childhood, life on the Jurassic Coast and numerous extended travel periods exploring 6 continents, encountering astonishing landscapes and cultures. She makes sketches…
Town Mill, Lyme Regis
Arts and Culture
LYME REGIS
CANCELLED - This event has been cancelled.
This date of this event has changed (the previous date was 18 April 2020). All original tickets are valid for the new date.
The pianist from folk duo O'Hooley & Tidow, who wrote and performed the theme…
The Marine Theatre, West Dorset
Heritage
Mill Lane, LYME REGIS
Printmakers Open Exhibition.
Courtyard gallery welcomes all printmakers to take part in this Open Exhibition in the Courtyard Gallery.
Closing date for entry 2nd April 2021
contact petrinatownmill@gmail.com for entry form.
What's your…
Town Mill, Lyme Regis
Comedy
LYME REGIS
CANCELLED - This event has been cancelled.
A big-name comedian known for his tour de force of one-liners, stories, poems and jokes. He's one of Britain’s most loved comedians for his multiple, memorable and moving television appearances, his…
The Marine Theatre, West Dorset
Talk or Lecture
SWANAGE
Swanage Pier have immense pleasure in announcing a series of five talks about the wildlife, geology, and coastal history around the Purbeck Coast. Thanks to the Victorian entrepreneurs, George Burt and John Mowlem, Swanage has a unique collection…
Swanage Pier, Swanage
Workshop
Swanage
Park Yoga
Art
Lyme Regis
'ME TIME' WOODROFFE SCHOOL EXHIBITION 6TH MAY – 20TH MAY COURTYARD GALLERY
"Me Time" An exhibition of work from teenage artists and younger completed through the lockdown era; a reminder of the value of creative escapism.
Show/Display
WEYMOUTH
Southern Armour Group are returning to Nothe Fort!
And they are bringing a variety of Remote Controlled vehicles with them; ranging from large scale RC tanks to small military vehicles, that span a multitude of eras and models.
This experience is…
Nothe Fort, Weymouth and Portland
Children's
SWANAGE
Join a magical adventure trail at Durlston Country Park in Swanage and Corfe Castle.
Music
LYME REGIS
We're delighted to welcome the Ivor Novello award-winning singer songwriter for a very special solo concert.Over 14 years and with his seventh album on the horizon, Matthews has continued to push the envelope with songs of breath-taking majesty.…
The Marine Theatre, West Dorset
Dance
Bournemouth
This event has been rescheduled from May 2020.
The new dates are Thursday 20 - Friday 21 May 2021.
If you have any queries about your booking please email bhlive.tickets@bhlive.org.uk
Following the incredible success of Strictly…
Art
Lyme Regis
Richard Corbett Artist
(b. 1969)
Born in Portsmouth, Richard has always been linked to the sea. After studying Fine Art at Norwich School of Art in the 90s, Richard spent the next 15 years living and working near the Suffolk coast where he became…
Cinema & Film
SHERBORNE
Leweston School is proud to open its doors to the public and host its first ever outdoor cinema event over 2 consecutive nights.
We will be showcasing The Blair Witch Project (Cert 15) on Friday 21 May and The Greatest Showman (Cert PG) on…
Art
Lyme Regis
DBD POP UP UPHOLSTERY 21ST – 27TH MAY COURTYARD GALLERY
Pop Up DD&B Interiors
Spring & Summer Collection
We've rebranded as DD&B Interiors as we will be adding more furniture to our collection, together with our beautifully upholstered chairs in…
Comedy
Bournemouth
Come and enjoy a top night of live stand-up comedy with 2 fantastic acts and host, sponsored by Lucy Beck – the Lawyer who listens, outside at Bournemouth Electric Club!
Our headline act is the incredible Nathan Caton.
As seen on:
Live at the…
Exhibition
Swanage
Dorset Art Weeks Exhibition: “Take 4 Artists” And “Once More With Feeling”
Art
Dorset
Dorset Arts Weeks is one of the largest Open Studio Events in the country. It brings artists and visitors together in ways that are often remarkable and profoundly different from entering a public gallery.
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