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We adapt classic tales in multi-sensory, visceral ways.
We work with those who crave reconnection.
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MADAME THESPIA’S DELICIOUSLY DIVERSE WINTER CABARET
Exeter Library
Thursday, Feb 26 from 7:30 pm – £6-9 (pay what you can) – Carers free
Madame Thespia is back with another Deliciously Diverse Cabaret at Exeter Library.
Madame Thespia is delighted to announce the return of her Deliciously Diverse Cabaret to Exeter Library – this time wrapped up in snowflakes, fur coats and magic! Madame Thespia and her longsuffering companion Gustave LeGrump invite you to step through the wardrobe, into the Deliciously Diverse Winter Cabaret 2026.
Previous cabarets have included festive frolics, immersive murder mystery, absurdist fortune telling and all manner of joyful nonsense. This edition is inspired by the wintry world of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and will feature comedy, music, poetry, storytelling acts and more.
Madame Thespia’s open mic nights are open to everyone, but are especially designed to champion and platform creatives from under-represented backgrounds, including (but not limited to!) neurodiverse, LGBTQ+, non-binary, global majority, late-career and early-career artists.
Dressing up is warmly encouraged – think winter magic, woodland creatures, secret royalty, witches, wardrobes or anything delightfully strange – with a prize for the best costume.
The show will kick off at 7.30pm and last for approx 105mins including an interval. The Library will run a pop-up bar from 7pm selling soft drinks & alcohol.
ARTISTS! APPLY NOW FOR A PERFORMANCE SLOT
We invite poets, singers, actors, comedians, dancers, storytellers and artists of any discipline to share the stage (max. 7 minutes).
Please reserve a slot in advance by contacting thespia@four-of-swords.com or phoning Gustave on 07584 222659.
This project is run with the generous support of Libraries Unlimited, and produced by Four of Swords.
Age Guidance: 14+ (may include mild language and adult themes)
Click here to book your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/madame-thespias-deliciously-diverse-winter-cabaret-tickets-1979986440744
What is Four of Swords?
Based in Exeter and East Devon, we are one of the South West’s most experienced immersive theatre companies…
We specialise in bombastic, ritualistic adaptations of classic stories, performed in unique spaces such as Medieval priories, labyrinthine caves, derelict stately homes and empty industrial compounds.
Alongside our public shows, we create vibrant creative participation and education opportunities for communities, young people and early career artists. Find out more about our Community Engagement work here.
Theatre can happen anywhere.
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