PPS Presents – The Great Escaper (12A) 2023
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomBernard Jordan escapes from his care home to attend the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings in France.
Bob Harris and Colin Hall present ‘The Songs The Beatles Gave Away’
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomWhat a massive coup to get 'Mr Old Grey Whistle Test' himself to bring this fantastic speaking show to The David Hall. An amazing night is guaranteed but it 'goes without saying' that tickets will sell-out extremely quickly. I for one am excited already!
Café Concerts with Trio Paradis
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomTrio Paradis – Jacquelyn Bevan (piano), Lisa Betteridge (violin) & Linda Stocks (cello) – formed in 2009 and are a classical piano trio who specialise in performing music by women composers.
Don’t Go into the Cellar Presents: The Sign of the Four
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomIn this original one-man show, Jonathan Goodwin plays Sherlock Holmes and a miscellany of other larger-than-life characters. What connects a father's disappearance with an audacious robbery committed in the dead of night? What has become of the great Agra Treasure? And who is the mysterious Jonathan Small?
The HAAR
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomThe Haar introduces the formidable singing talent of All-Ireland Scór na nÓg winner Molly Donnery combined with three of the most exciting instrumentalists on the Folk and Traditional music circuit: Cormac Byrne (BBC Folk Award/Show of Hands/Seth Lakeman), Adam Summerhayes, and Murray Grainger (both of the FATEA award-winning Ciderhouse Rebellion).
PPS Presents – The Miracle Club (12A) 2023
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomThere's just one dream for the women of Ballygar to taste freedom: to win a pilgrimage to the sacred French town of Lourdes.
Mad Dog Mcrea – A ‘Chance to Dance’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomAbsolutely delighted to get Mad Dog back for this their third appearance, the last one being in September of 2022 when they again performed to a 'packed house'. Whether you wish to dance or listen this is the gig for you. A band like no other. Book early.
Fresh Fiction: Love
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomWriters: Send up to 1500 words (preferably less) based on the theme in advance to submit@novelnights.co.uk
Guidelines for writers are on www.novelnights.co.uk submissions
Wessex Barn Dance with SomerStep – A ‘Support the Hall’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomWe are bringing our Wessex Barn Dance to The David Hall.
There will be lots of Traditional dances to join in, all collected in the south-west of England. These will be interspersed with short displays and the occasional song, while you get your breath back.
Catrin Finch: The Story So Far
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomJoin Catrin as she journeys through the adventures and sounds of the music that’s most important to her, woven with anecdotes, chat and insights into the life of an extraordinary harpist. From the most sublime Claire de Lune by Debussy, through Piazzola’s tangos to the fiery joropo of Colombian cowboys and serenity of traditional Welsh folk tunes, the extraordinary diversity and range of harp and harpist make for a wonderful evening in the company of Catrin Finch.
PPS Presents – Wonka (PG) 2023
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomWith dreams of opening a shop in a city renowned for its chocolate, a young and poor Willy Wonka discovers that the industry is run by a cartel of greedy chocolatiers.
Seckou Keita
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomNicknamed "the Hendrix of the Kora", Seckou has been celebrated for his ingenious tunings and virtuosity and praised as "one of the finest exponents of the kora". Performing all over the globe as a solo artist and with his ground-breaking quintet, he has captivated audiences at WOMAD, Hay, Glastonbury, Tokyo Jazz, Chicago World Music Festival, Sydney International, Montreal Jazz Festivals and many more places.
Full Circle Part Two: Show of Hands Return to Their Roots – Phil Beer and Steve Knightley
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomIn the spring of 2024, music enthusiasts and Folk fans across the nation are in for a treat as Steve Knightley and Phil Beer prepare to embark on a journey back to where it all began.
Definitely a 'pinch yourself' moment for me. They have been one of the most popular and admired Folk Acts on the circuit for a very long time. Last with us 20 years ago when they played to a packed hall in April 2004. Tickets will sell very fast. Getting excited already!!
Full Circle Part Two: Show of Hands Return to Their Roots – Phil Beer and Steve Knightley
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomIn the spring of 2024, music enthusiasts and Folk fans across the nation are in for a treat as Steve Knightley and Phil Beer prepare to embark on a journey back to where it all began.
Definitely a 'pinch yourself' moment for me. They have been one of the most popular and admired Folk Acts on the circuit for a very long time. Last with us 20 years ago when they played to a packed hall in April 2004. Tickets will sell very fast. Getting excited already!!
PPS Presents – One Life (Cert TBC) 2023
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomFollows British humanitarian Nicholas Winton, who helped save hundreds of Central European children from the Nazis on the eve of World War II.
SykesMartin
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomDelivering beautiful ballads and rousing chorus songs, this set showcases two mesmerising storytellers joining voices to create a spine tingling testimonial to our shared musical heritage.
The David Hall Music Quiz Night
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomJoin us for The David Hall Music Quiz, a fundraiser for the Hall. A relaxed quiz that takes a look at music over the decades. A chance to discover what […]
Molotov Jukebox. A ‘Chance to Dance’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomInternationally acclaimed actress Natalia Tena fronts the six-piece band with her infectious and sultry lead vocals, her accordion backed up by Balkan fiddle, powerful Latin trumpet and a pounding rhythm section that gets the crowd moving at every raucous show.
Ben Poole
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomBen Poole is an internationally applauded, award winning Blues, Rock and Soul guitarist, singer and songwriter hailing from the United Kingdom. Nominated as one of the “Best Blues Guitarists in […]
Cancelled PPS Presents – Napoleon (15) 2023
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomAn epic that details the checkered rise and fall of French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and his relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his wife, Josephine.
PPS Presents – Past Lives (12A)
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomNora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are wrested apart after Nora's family emigrates from South Korea. Twenty years later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront notions of love and destiny.
Sideways Band – A ‘Co-Promotion’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomAn engaging Blues Jazz Duo who revels in the joys of playing live music.
Award winning Harmonica, guitar and vocals intertwine with an
energised and varied selection of atmospheric Blues/Jazz & originals. Their home ground is Dorset and East Devon, but play UK wide and abroad in festivals and clubs.
Mr Tea & The Minions – A ‘Chance to Dance’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomBack for their second visit Mr T et al are without doubt the perfect band for a C to D event. Their music totally beyond description will ensure you have a night that will leave you feeling tired but absolutely energized. If you have not seen them then come, I know you will not be disappointed.
Sunday Jazz Cafe 11am – 1pm
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomEnjoy a coffee and freshly-baked pastries while The Jazz Standards Trio plays music by Miles Davis, Cole Porter, Keith Jarrett, Bill Evans, Gershwin, and other favourites in a relaxed bistro atmosphere in the David Hall in South Petherton.
Fresh Fiction: Open House for short stories
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomFresh Fiction is a series of short story nights performed live by writers at The David Hall, South Petherton, Somerset. Original short stories are handpicked by a team to create […]
Cancelled PPS Presents – Killers of the Flower Moon (15) 2023
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomWhen oil is discovered in 1920s Oklahoma under Osage Nation land, the Osage people are murdered one by one - until the FBI steps in to unravel the mystery.
PPS Presents: The Holdovers (15)
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomA cranky history teacher at a prep school is forced to remain on campus over the holidays with a grieving cook and a troubled student who has no place to go.
Steve Tilston
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomAccompanied by Hugh Bradley (double bass)
He’s been described as “a complete guitarist,” “a singer songwriter of rare talent” and “absurdly accomplished.” He’s toured with John Renbourn, Maggie Boyle, WAZ, Ballet Rambert and daughter Martha. The writer of the classics The Slipjigs and Reels, The Naked Highwayman and Here’s to Tom Paine; his songs have been covered by a who’s who of the folk world.
OYSTERBAND – the 80s and 90s
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomOYSTERBAND - the 80s and 90s
From Step Outside to Holy Bandits and beyond.
Featuring: Oxford Girl / Hal-an-Tow / Too Late Now / When I’m Up / Granite Years
OYSTERBAND – into a new millennium
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomOYSTERBAND – into a new millennium
Through Meet You There to Read The Sky.
Featuring: Rise Above / Here Comes the Flood / Dancing as Fast as I Can / A River Runs / Corner of the Room
PPS Presents: Next Goal Wins (12A)
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomThe story of the infamously terrible American Samoa soccer team, known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match they lost 31-0.
Cancelled Cable Street Collective. A ‘Chance to Dance’ Event.
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomCancelled, see: https://www.thedavidhall.com/event/year-of-the-dog-a-chance-to-dance-event/
Year of the Dog – A ‘Chance to Dance’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomSmashing the festival, radio, and TV circuits alike, the Brass-House-Soul sound from Cardiff and Bristol are selling out gigs and rising fast across Europe. plus support from Chris Ostler
Blowzabella
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomBlowzabella is a genuinely unique band that makes an inimitable, driving, drone-based wall-of-sound played with a fabulous sense of melody, rhythmic expertise and sheer feeling They compose their own music which is influenced by English and European traditional folk music and song – a shared culture with ancient roots.
Author Talk with Keith Stuart.
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomAn entertaining, engaging speaker. Not to be missed.
Tickets in advance at £4.00 available from the Library or the website www.southpethertonlibrary.co.uk or £6.00 on the door.
PPS Presents: Wicked Little Letters (15)
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomWhen people in Littlehampton--including conservative local Edith--begin to receive letters full of hilarious profanities, rowdy Irish migrant Rose is charged with the crime. Suspecting that something is amiss, the town's women investigate.
Cara Dillon
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomCara Dillon, an extraordinary, multiple award-winning Irish folk singer, and acclaimed musician and producer Sam Lakeman, will captivate listeners once again with their exquisite and enthralling live performance. Every note and word sung with a passion and confidence earned through a life of experience singing traditional songs.
Open Gardens – Over Stratton. A ‘Support The Hall’ Event
Come and visit some lovely gardens in Over Stratton in support of this fundraising event and pick up some ideas and tips from the gardeners.
PPS Presents: The Lesson (15)
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomA young author takes a tutoring position at the estate of a legendary writer.
In the Footsteps of Ewan MacColl
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomThis project has already been performed to sell-out audiences with rave reviews. Jez, Bob and Julie have all performed for us many times (In Julie's case over 30) and they are without doubt three of the post popular and respected artists on the scene. This is a unique chance to see this very special performance which will undoubtedly be a sell-out. Please book early
The 2024 Americana Tour – A ‘Co-Promotion’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomThree friends come together to share their heartfelt songs, some fine guitar picking, and a little blues harp thrown in for good measure. Glastonbury-based singer-songwriter Mandy Woods has spent much […]
Petherton Folk Fest 2024
South PetheronAs in previous years, entertainment will take place all day, throughout the village. Key venues will include The David Hall, the Market Square, the Blake Hall, St Peter and St Paul Church and the Brewers Arms.
This is, as always, a day of free entertainment for all ages and will include music and dance performances, workshops, stalls and much, much more!!
Fresh Fiction: The Sea
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomFresh Fiction is a series of short story nights performed live by writers at The David Hall, South Petherton, Somerset. Original short stories are handpicked by a team to create […]
PPS Presents: The Taste of Things (12A)
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomThe story of Eugenie, an esteemed cook, and Dodin, the fine gourmet who she has been working for over the last 20 years.
Trio Paradis Concerts – A ‘Co-Promotion’ Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United Kingdomrio Paradis – Jacquelyn Bevan (piano), Lisa Betteridge (violin) & Linda Stocks (cello) – formed in 2009 and are a classical piano trio who specialise in performing music by women composers.
The Leylines. A Chance to Dance Event
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomPlus Special Guests Heart-Pounding Revelry A high-energy folk-rock band from the West Country, The Leylines mix raucous violin dynamic guitar riffs and acerbic lyrics. All of which culminate in a […]
Jim Causley and Miranda Sykes Present Ghosts, Werewolves and Countryfolk- Songs and Stories of Sabine Baring-Gould.
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomSix-time BBC Folk Award nominee Jim Causley and Miranda Sykes of Award-winning Show of Hands and Daphne’s Flight, join John Palmer to celebrate the centenary of Victorian superstar Sabine Baring-Gould, interweaving songs he collected with stories from his best-selling books about Ghosts, Werewolves; Norse Myths and Countryfolk.
Milly Riquelme – With Love from Cuba
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomLa Cubana Band will be joinng Milly for her performance during the show. Come and join us, especially if you love to salsa!
Jon Boden
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomJon Boden is best known is the lead singer of the progressive Folk juggernaut Bellowhead who have sold 250,000 albums, had seven singles playlisted on Radio 2 and sold out hundreds venues including The Royal Albert Hall. Alongside Bellowhead Jon has continued his development as one of the foremost names in English Folk music.
Connor Selby Band
The David Hall Roundwell Street, South Petherton, Somerset, United KingdomOne of the brightest talents on the UK Blues scene. He has been voted “Young Artist of the Year” at the UK Blues Awards for the last three consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022)