Children’s Workshop: Purbeck Puppets (ages 3-11) Explore the tales of Purbeck's dinosaurs, myths and legends at this puppet show workshop! We will be constructing puppets and creating a show for you to act out.All ages are welcome and we encourage guardians attending to also join in.Adults attending with children are welcome to visit the Showbar. We also require one guardian […]
Swanage Record Club Join Swanage Record Club in The Showbar to listen to records.Like a book group for records.Appreciate great albums in fullA curated theme every monthBring themed tracks to playEnjoy a drink and a chatThe theme for June is ‘Entertainment’ – join the chat on Swanage Record Club’s Facebook page!FREE EVENT 14 August @ 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM « […]
The Bad Guys 2 (U) Reformed criminals Mr. Wolf, Mr. Snake, Mr. Piranha, Mr. Shark and Ms. Tarantula are trying very hard to be good. However, they soon find themselves hijacked into a high-stakes heist that's masterminded by a new team of delinquents they never saw coming -- the Bad Girls. Starring Anthony Ramos, Sam Rockwell, Danielle Brooks. Directed by […]
Superman (12A) Superman embarks on a journey to reconcile his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing as Clark Kent. Starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult. Directed by James Gunn. Running time: 2hrs 9mins (check for dates) 15 August @ 7:00 PM - 24 August @ 7:00 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now « All Events Categories: Cinema The Mowlem […]
DJ Night – It’s Vinyly Friday! Every Friday throughout August, all-vinyl DJs live in the Showbar:Friday 8 August - DJ Bo Dadly: afro, latin, jazz & discoFriday 15 August - DJ Carlos Fandango's Boogaloo DiscoFriday 22 August - DJ Supersonic Si: floorfillers: 50s to the futureFriday 29 August - DJ Donna-Marie: funk, soul, disco & feel-good tunes!100% Vinyl - free […]
Summer of Music 25 – The Zoots THE ZOOTS are here to make your whole family bop to the '60s beats that everybody loves - with legendary music by The Beatles, The Stones, The Monkees, The Beach Boys, The Kinks, The Searchers, The Small Faces, The Who, The Drifters, The Isley Brothers, The Four Seasons, Elvis and 70 songs from […]
Summer of Music 25 – New Jersey Boys ‘All Night Long’ is an outstanding high energy celebration of Soul and Motown’s greatest hits! This stunning production will take you back in time on a magical, nostalgic Soul and Motown Journey featuring incredible singers and dancers performing all of your favourite classic hits, from Stevie Wonder, The Drifters, Diana Ross and […]
This Carpenters Masquerade This Carpenters Masquerade is a captivating musical journey through the life and legacy of Karen Carpenter, featuring the timeless music of The Carpenters. This unique tribute takes audiences from the early days of the Dick Carpenter Trio through Karen’s shining career and explores the touching, often complex story behind the music. Performed by an ensemble of top-tier […]
DJ Night – It’s Vinyly Friday! Every Friday throughout August, all-vinyl DJs live in the Showbar:Friday 8 August - DJ Bo Dadly: afro, latin, jazz & discoFriday 15 August - DJ Carlos Fandango's Boogaloo DiscoFriday 22 August - DJ Supersonic Si: floorfillers: 50s to the futureFriday 29 August - DJ Donna-Marie: funk, soul, disco & feel-good tunes!100% Vinyl - free […]
Summer of Music 25 – From Gold to Rio A nostalgic night for fans of 80s music, featuring two of the UK’s most bands from the era. From Gold to Rio, celebrates the music of Spandau Ballet and Duran Duran. With over 20 top 10 hits, the show will feature 2 hours of non-stop, classics including Gold, Rio, True, Save […]
Summer of Music 25 – Elvis: From Memphis to Vegas Elvis - From Memphis to Vegas is the all-new Elvis tribute stage production, touring worldwide from 2025 to 2026. Audiences across the UK, Ireland, Singapore, Australia, Europe, the USA, India, Mexico, Jamaica, and beyond will experience the legacy of Elvis Presley like never before. Starring Mark Summers, the UK’s top-selling international […]
How to Train Your Dragon (12) On the rugged isle of Berk, a Viking boy named Hiccup defies centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon named Toothless. However, when an ancient threat emerges that endangers both species, Hiccup's friendship with Toothless becomes the key to forging a new future. Together, they must navigate the delicate path toward peace, soaring beyond […]
Mission: Impossible -The Final Reckoning (12A) Ethan Hunt and the IMF team race against time to find the Entity, a rogue artificial intelligence that can destroy mankind.Starring Tom Cruise, Hayley Atwell, Pom Klementieff. Directed by Christopher McQuarrie.Running time: 2hrs 51mins 26 August @ 7:00 PM - 28 August @ 7:00 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now « All Events Categories: […]
Oscar’s Ultimate Quiz Take part in Swanage’s best quiz night by far! Prizes to be won, and a lot of fun to be had!Teams of up to 6, £2 per person – just bring cash on the night! 27 August @ 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM « All Events Categories: Quiz The Showbar The Mowlem Swanage, England BH19 2AD United […]
Children’s Workshop: Ocean Orchestra (ages 3-11) Immerse yourself in the elements of the ocean with this orchestral activity. We will be discovering the sounds of the sea as we walk on Swanage beach and collect materials to construct percussion instruments with!Suitable for ages 3-11.Adults attending with children are welcome to visit the Showbar. We also require one guardian accompanying a […]
The Ballad of Wallis Island (12A) Old tensions resurface when former bandmates who were former lovers reunite for a private show at the island home of an eccentric millionaire.Starring Tim Key, Carey Mulligan, Tom Basden. Directed byJames Griggiths.Running time: 1hr 40mins (check for dates and times) 29 August @ 7:00 PM - 1 September @ 7:00 PM Booking Fees Apply […]
DJ Night – It’s Vinyly Friday! Every Friday throughout August, all-vinyl DJs live in the Showbar:Friday 8 August - DJ Bo Dadly: afro, latin, jazz & discoFriday 15 August - DJ Carlos Fandango's Boogaloo DiscoFriday 22 August - DJ Supersonic Si: floorfillers: 50s to the futureFriday 29 August - DJ Donna-Marie: funk, soul, disco & feel-good tunes!100% Vinyl - free […]
The Salt Path (12A) A couple lose their home and later discover that the husband has been diagnosed with a terminal illness as they embark on a year-long trek along the South West Coastal Path.Starring Gillian Anderson, Jason Isaacs, Marianne Elliott. Directed by Marianne Elliott.Running time: 1hr 55mins 2 September @ 7:30 PM - 4 September @ 7:30 PM Booking […]
Four Letters of Love (12A) Nicholas and Isabel are made for each other, but as destiny pulls them together, family, passion and faith drives them apart. As they embark on journeys of heartache and misplaced love, fate soon contrives to pull the threads of their lives together.Starring Helena Bonham Carter, Pierce Brosnan, Gabriel Byrne. Directed by Polly Steele.Running time: 1hr […]
Swanage Folk Festival Fringe: Tony & Una (FREE ENTRY) An acoustic duo not to be missed. Tony’s guitar, as gritty as the northern skies he called home & Una’s beautiful lilting voice from the shores of Ireland.Cost: FREE. But please make a donation so we can keep the festival going. 6 September @ 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YPckm68FxWo « […]
Swanage Folk Festival Fringe: Louis Alberry (FREE ENTRY) Guitarist and songwriter from the rugged Jurassic Coast of Dorset. Alberry writes exploratory songs that weave together fingerpicked folk, jazz harmony, wonky grooves and laid-back lyricism. The resulting tapestry recalls Nick Drake, Herbie Hancock, Linda Perhacs, Caetano Veloso, JJ Cale, moving nimbly through diverse and verdant musical landscapes.Since releasing his self-titled debut […]
Swanage Folk Festival Fringe: Atticus The Ocean (FREE ENTRY) Atticus the Ocean is a Bournemouth based singer-songwriter who draws inspiration from the ocean, writing original songs that blends honest songwriting with delicate rhythmic fingerstyle guitar. Inspired by artists such as Ben Howard, Fleet Foxes, and Nick Drake, Atticus uses fingerstyle techniques and alternate tunings to build the foundations of his sound. […]
Swanage Folk Festival Fringe: The Bere Essentials (FREE ENTRY) The Bere Essentials are a band playing mostly old Americana tunes, Bluegrass, Western Swing, and Country with a smile. Line up includes 5 string banjo, fiddles, vocals, guitars and double bass. 6 September @ 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jn4CfXhvCIk « All Events Categories: Live Music, Live Music (Folk) Website: https://swanagefolkfestival.com/the-bere-essentials/ […]
Swanage Folk Festival Fringe: Reg Meuross with Fire & Dust (FREE ENTRY) Headlining the Swanage Folk Festival Fringe 2025 is Reg Meuross; experience a journey into the heart, soul and songs of one of England’s most celebrated writers and folk musicians.After 15 critically-acclaimed albums, Reg continues to prove how highly relevant his songs are, whilst reaching new audiences with consistently […]
