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  • The Carman. Choreography and direction by Matthew Bourne. Music: Bizet. Image: Johan Persson (provided by TRP).

    What’s On West: A year of dance at TRP

    We preview some of the incredible shows coming to the south west Are you a toe tapping dance lover? Do you enjoy ballet? Or, perhaps,...6 min

  • Main image: Bigjom Jom / Shutterstock.

    SW: A nuclear future?

    New report sets out a blueprint for nuclear energy in the southwest   A new report is highlighting the possibilities of the south west using nuclear...3 min

  • ‘Hosting world class productions like Hamilton not only enriches our cultural landscape but also delivers real, measurable benefits to local businesses and communities,' says James Mackenzie-Blackman, TRP’s Chief Executive and Artistic Director. Image provided by TRP.

    TRP’s boost to SW economy

    ‘The extraordinary power of live theatre to invigorate a region’ The financial benefits of the Theatre Royal Plymouth are estimated to be £53.3 million, according...2 min

  • From today, Jane Southern's work is being exhibited at the National Maritime Museum Cornwall. Image: Ian Cross Photography.

    ‘How Painting Changed My Life’

    The positive role of art in mental health recovery A new exhibition at National Maritime Museum Cornwall (NMMC) explores the positive role art can play...2 min

  • Exeter Northcott Theatre's auditorium. Image: © Ralph Whitehead.

    Exeter Northcott’s favourite actors reunite

    ‘Forever Young’ set to bring mischief, laughter and music to Devon stage This week sees Exeter Northcott announcing the cast for its spring production of...2 min

  • Exeter Philharmonic Choir's Christmas carol concerts supported the work of the Exeter Leukaemia Fund. Image: Sharon Goble.

    From Good King Wenceslas to the Queen of Sheba

    City choir’s concerts raise vital funds for local causes Preparations are well underway for Exeter Philharmonic Choir’s upcoming concert in March which aims to raise...2 min

  • The National Maritime Museum Cornwall is based in Falmouth. Image: Roger Mechan / Shutterstock.

    Change of horizon for Maritime Museum Director

    ‘The collective contribution to the museum is immeasurable’ The Director of the National Maritime Museum Cornwall (NMMC), Richard Doughty, will be retiring at the end...3 min

  • Image: Dirty Martini Marketing

    City Padel’s Landmark Plymouth Expansion

    Two-Time Le Mans Champion helps drives sport in the region City Padel is marking a major milestone for one of the fastest growing sports in...3 min

  • Scratch Night at Exeter Phoenix. Image: Greg Towning (provided by Exeter Northcott Theatre)

    Huge success sees return of Scratch Night!

    Supporting South West artists: ‘a celebration of local talent’ It’s a collaboration cemented in success. The original Scratch Night saw the Exeter Northcott Theatre and...3 min

  • Castle an Dinas (East) is one of one of 19 historic sites cared for by Cornwall Heritage Trust. Image: Cornwall Heritage Trust.

    Cornwall’s ‘Heritage Guardian’

    ‘Unique and inspiring green spaces for Cornish people’ It’s good news for one of the most important, and iconic, hillforts in Cornwall as St Eval...3 min

  • Artist's impression for the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer.

    A million bricks for a million prayers

    Construction underway on UK’s largest Christian landmark Construction’s officially started on the Eternal Wall of Answered Prayer which will contain a million bricks – each...2 min

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