Soul to Soul (U) In February 1971, several dozen African American soul, jazz, and gospel artists embarked on a journey that would change the lives of everyone involved. They travelled from New York City to Ghana, West Africa to take part in a 13-hour concert entitled Soul To Soul. The concert was a celebration of 14 years of Ghana’s independence from […]
Sycamore Gap The Swanage School presents Sycamore Gap, a play by Al Smith.Directed by Harry Peake.A whodunnit about the felling of the Robin Hood Tree at Sycamore Gap. Set on the day after the felling, the local police are ‘in school’ conducting an investigation. The twelve members of the school’s eco-club are held in a classroom, being taken out and […]
The Mowlem Comedy Club (14+) Off The Kerb Productions Present: The Mowlem Comedy Club Your chance to catch the best comedy talent in a club environment! Off The Kerb’s shows are renowned for their superb lineups, showcasing exciting up-and-coming talent along with established names on the UK comedy circuit. Our aim is to bring the next generation of hilarious talent to […]
The Etches Collection Screening & Talk Pliosaurus – The Discovery of Monster – our award nominated self-produced short documentary is coming to Swanage. For a unique evening of Storytelling, Education and Pliosaurs. “This film is an incredible insight into the world of fossils and what goes into extracting a find like this, hopefully you wonder about other specimens you see in […]
Budapest Café Orchestra In 2009 Christian Garrick established the refreshingly unconventional and snappily attired Budapest Café Orchestra with the intention to present a broad range of music from all over the world in the most entertaining and fun way. BCO perform all their music from memory. Combined their trademark wit and charm, audiences are left tingling with warmth, delight and […]
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 by James Griffiths.Running time: 1hr 40minsMatinee 20 April 2.30pm 20 April @ 7:30 PM - 22 April @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book […]
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!Please arrive in plenty of time to bag a table – The Showbar is open from 5.30pm as always!Teams of up to 6, £2 per person – just bring cash on the night! 22 April @ 8:00 […]
NT Live: All My Sons (encore screening) by Arthur Millerdirected by Ivo Van Hovedesign by Jan Versweyveld Bryan Cranston (Breaking Bad) and Marianne Jean-Baptiste (Hard Truths) feature in a five-star, triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play, from visionary director Ivo Van Hove (A View from the Bridge).One family, the heart of the American dream. When wartime delivers profits […]
The Invisible Man The thought of invisibility, and the advantages it could bring to someone, has captured the imagination of millions since HG Wells’ classic story was first published. The Invisible Man has been adapted many times for film, but rarely for the stage.This original, fast-paced and riotous adaptation boasts 15 characters, played by just three energetic actors, aided by quick and silly costume changes, prop manipulation, whacky imagination and tons of tongue-and-cheek […]
SUPERSILLYMAGICSHOW (3-8yrs but suitable for all family members) Crazier than finding a penguin in your fridge, one of the UK’s funniest family friendly comedians is back with a new bonkers show! Turbo-charged Seska is loved by families throughout the UK and Europe. His fast-paced super interactive magic show sells out at festivals and arts centres leaving audiences with a huge […]
Swing Easy Too – Afternoon Jazz in The Showbar "We wanted a name that would reflect our kind of music – relaxed, swinging, with a jazz feel; we think ‘SWING EASY’ sums it up perfectly.Our set list focuses on jazz standards from The Great American Songbook including covers of songs by Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Doris […]
Father, Mother, Sister, Brother (rating tbc) Estranged siblings reunite after years apart, forced to confront unresolved tensions and reevaluate their strained relationships with their emotionally distant parents.Starring Tom Waits, Adam Driver, Mayim Bialik. Directed by Jim Jarmusch.Running time: 1hr 51minsMatinee on 27 April 2.30pm 25 April @ 7:30 PM - 30 April @ 7:30 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now […]
The Pent Up House Trio – Live Jazz in The Showbar The Pent Up House Trio will present an evening of Jazz in The Showbar at The Mowlem Theatre on the first Tuesday of every month. Entry is free and the music starts at 7.30pm. They will be exploring the past, present and future of Jazz, with material stretching from […]
Poetry in Purbeck An evening of poetry, from much-loved classics to the poetry of today.Tickets £15 inc booking fee 6 May @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Booking Fees Apply Book Now « All Events Categories: Spoken Word The Mowlem 01929 422239 View Organiser Website boxoffice@themowlem.com The Studio The Mowlem Swanage, England BH19 2AD United Kingdom + Google Map 01929 […]
SoundCellar Presents: The Bossa Definitiva Trio with Roger Beaujolais Vibraphone player Roger Beaujolais has been a well-established musician since the ’80s when he found early success touring with the bands Chevalier Brothers and Fairground Attraction, and later became heavily involved with the ’90s acid jazz movement. Since then, he has worked with some of the biggest names on the UK jazz scene, […]
Swanage Record Club Join Swanage Record Club in The Showbar to listen to curated selections of music on vinyl and CD. Full albums and good conversation. Curated themes. Listen and chat. No expertise required – just curiosity and a love of music. Starts at 6.30pm (first album introduced at 7.30pm). Join the chat on Swanage Record Club’s Facebook page! FREE […]
Fossil Mary FOSSIL MARY- The legend of fossil hunter Mary AnningThis new play celebrates the life and remarkable discoveries of Mary Anning, the pioneering fossil hunter who found her first dinosaur skeleton at the age of 12 and whose skills led to the discovery of nearly every important dinosaur fossil of the early 19th Century. Her work changed the way […]
Jazz in The Showbar – Zoë Schwarz & Rob Koral Zoë Schwarz and Rob Koral are well known for their popular and established band Blue Commotion, which for over a decade has been one of the leading lights on the British Jazz and Blues scenes. However, they are equally at home in the more intimate duo format.Expect a mix of classic […]
Jessica Fostekew: Iconic Breath (14+) The silliest of comedy for the scariest of days, don't miss Jessica Fostekew's most rousing and uplifting show yet, Iconic Breath. Star of Live at the Apollo, regular on The Guilty Feminist podcast and Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Show nominated stand-up, Jess is back on tour with a brand new show about tolerance and temperance. Jess can […]
The Mowlem Comedy Club (14+) Off The Kerb Productions Present: The Mowlem Comedy Club Your chance to catch the best comedy talent in a club environment! Off The Kerb’s shows are renowned for their superb lineups, showcasing exciting up-and-coming talent along with established names on the UK comedy circuit. Our aim is to bring the next generation of hilarious talent to […]
Another Night at The Mowlem Swanage Drama Company and friends present ‘Another Night at The Mowlem’ to help raise £6,000Following the success of A Night at The Mowlem in 2025, Swanage Drama Company and friends are back in 2026 to present Another Night at The Mowlem. This year, to raise £6,000 for Curtain tracks, the show will host a variety […]
Hot Club & Gypsy Swing with QHCB – Live in The Showbar Live music from The Quartet of the Hot Club of Bournemouth playing a swinging selection of Hot Club & Gypsy Jazz to transport you to the golden age of Gypsy Swing! Expect a selection of classics from the era of Django Reinhardt, along with contemporary tunes in the Hot […]
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!Please arrive in plenty of time to bag a table – The Showbar is open from 5.30pm as always!Teams of up to 6, £2 per person – just bring cash on the night! 27 May @ 8:00 […]
NT Live: The Playboy of the Western World by John Millington Syngedirected by Caitríona McLaughlin Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Éanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhán McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge’s riveting play of youth and self-discovery.Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of […]
Anyone For Tennis? A Wimbledon line judge for 20 years, comedian Pauline Eyre is ready to spill the Pimms on tennis gossip from the fragrant royal box to the musty locker room, and why line judges are OUT!Expect smashing stories, ace anecdotes and a 40-love letter to the game.And there’s nobody to say ‘quiet please’.She cannot be serious… can she?“Laughs […]
The Pent Up House Trio – Live Jazz in The Showbar The Pent Up House Trio will present an evening of Jazz in The Showbar at The Mowlem Theatre on the first Tuesday of every month. Entry is free and the music starts at 7.30pm. They will be exploring the past, present and future of Jazz, with material stretching from […]
SoundCellar & Swanage Jazz Festival present Dorset Youth Jazz Orchestra Dorset Youth Jazz Orchestra (DYJO), led by renowned local musician Terry Quinney, features talented young players on a full big band lineup. Expect festive favourites alongside classic and contemporary jazz, performed by the next generation of jazz musicians. Dorset Youth Jazz Orchestra (DYJO) is an intermediate to advanced youth jazz […]
Swanage Record Club Join Swanage Record Club in The Showbar to listen to curated selections of music on vinyl and CD. Full albums and good conversation. Curated themes. Listen and chat. No expertise required – just curiosity and a love of music. Starts at 6.30pm (first album introduced at 7.30pm). Join the chat on Swanage Record Club’s Facebook page! FREE […]
The Mowlem Comedy Club (14+) Off The Kerb Productions Present: The Mowlem Comedy Club Your chance to catch the best comedy talent in a club environment! Off The Kerb’s shows are renowned for their superb lineups, showcasing exciting up-and-coming talent along with established names on the UK comedy circuit. Our aim is to bring the next generation of hilarious talent to […]
Jazz in The Showbar – Sarah Bolter & Rob Palmer Sarah Bolter- Vocals/Saxes/Clarinet & FluteSarah began performing at just 11 years old, making her solo debut on clarinet with the Johnny Howard Big Band at the Bournemouth Pavilion. By 13 she was playing most weekends with the New Dorset Dance Orchestra, and at 15 joined her first original band, spending […]
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!Please arrive in plenty of time to bag a table – The Showbar is open from 5.30pm as always!Teams of up to 6, £2 per person – just bring cash on the night! 24 June @ 8:00 […]
NT Live: Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Christopher Hampton based on the novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos directed by Marianne Elliott BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin.Marquise de Merteuil is a master […]
Swing Easy Too – Afternoon Jazz in The Showbar "We wanted a name that would reflect our kind of music – relaxed, swinging, with a jazz feel; we think ‘SWING EASY’ sums it up perfectly.Our set list focuses on jazz standards from The Great American Songbook including covers of songs by Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Doris […]
Tony Christie – The Farewell Tour Enjoy an evening with Tony Christie - Up Close & Unplugged.The legendary crooner continues his Great Farewell ‘Unplugged’ Tour entertaining audiences around the world with incredible showmanship, an unmistakable powerful vocal that has captivated generation after generation and a set list that packs a punch.Tony performs tracks from across his career, from the trademark […]
SOM26 Break The Rules – Status Quo Break the Rules ft John Coghlan (Original Status Quo Drummer) Founded in 2022, Break The Rules are one of the most exciting Status Quo tributes around. Dan, Ryan, Lewis and Aidan have all been huge Quo fans from a young age and capture the energy & power of Quo’s iconic 70s frantic four […]
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!Please arrive in plenty of time to bag a table – The Showbar is open from 5.30pm as always!Teams of up to 6, £2 per person – just bring cash on the night! 28 July @ 8:00 […]
Swing Easy Too – Afternoon Jazz in The Showbar "We wanted a name that would reflect our kind of music – relaxed, swinging, with a jazz feel; we think ‘SWING EASY’ sums it up perfectly.Our set list focuses on jazz standards from The Great American Songbook including covers of songs by Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Doris […]
SOM26 This Is Floyd This Is Floyd is a tribute band faithfully performing songs from the Pink Floyd catalogue from the late 60s to the present day and bringing to stages around the country the flavour of their final gigs played in the late 1980s and early 1990s. As of 2025, the band's personnel is made up of 5 to […]
SOM26 Heard it Through the Grapevine Introducing a powerhouse group that pays homage to the timeless sounds of soul and Motown! This talented ensemble has been captivating audiences for years. With an impressive vocal range that brings the greatest of the genre to life, they deliver unforgettable performances that resonate with fans of all ages. Currently touring the UK, they […]
SOM26 Tom Petty & Fleetwood Mac Legacy Show Europe's only tribute to Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Two great live bands that are so closely tied together by the great Stevie Nicks. Hear and see all of both bands classic songs along with The Traveling Wilburys and Stevie Nicks collaborations plus many more. A full […]
SOM26 Good Times GOOD TIMES - A tribute to Nile Rodgers and Chic Good Times go to every length to capture the raw funk, soul & disco dynamics of Nile Rodgers’ music and bring it to life on stage with a full 90-minute stage show. This energy-packed experience comes complete with dazzling sequins, stylish outfits, engaging crowd interactions, and all […]
Swing Easy Too – Afternoon Jazz in The Showbar "We wanted a name that would reflect our kind of music – relaxed, swinging, with a jazz feel; we think ‘SWING EASY’ sums it up perfectly. Our set list focuses on jazz standards from The Great American Songbook including covers of songs by Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and Doris […]
SOM26 Sounds of the 60s with The Zoots Experience THE Sixties show with multiple award winning band The Zoots featuring award winning band members Charlie T Gregory on drums, Jamie Goddard on vocals on guitar, Harriet Lowther on vocals and percussion, Peter Emery on lead guitar. THE ZOOTS are here to make your whole family bop to the '60s beats […]
SOM26 The Alter Eagles The Alter Eagles are delighted to be coming back to the Mowlem for the second time, bringing with them a brand new theatre show for 2026 that celebrates their 23rd year of touring. Since their debut gig in 2003, the Alter Eagles have established themselves as one of the country's top tribute acts, headlining at theatres all over […]
SOM26 Oasiz OASIZ are one of the UK’s most authentic tribute bands a point proved in 2023 when a short clip of front man Steve performing as Liam went viral on social media with over half a million views. Many fans were convinced the clip was actually of Liam Gallagher himself which led to the story being covered in the […]
SOM26 Take a Chance On Us International Abba Tribute ‘Take A Chance On Us !’ Back by popular demand after its previous sell out show with its fabulous New Theatre Show for 2026 ! Bringing you a little something of everything !! Featuring elements of …. Voyage , Mamma Mia the Musical , Mamma Mia the party & Mamma Mia The […]
SOM26 The Upbeat Beatles The Upbeat Beatles are second to none - powerhouse vocals, precision harmonies and tight musicianship. The guys have an easy, happy rapport with any crowd, giving them a reputation to be envied as the best in the business. There isn’t a band to touch them - 8 bars of “Twist and Shout” and you will know […]
SOM26 Elvis: From Memphis to Vegas ELVIS - FROM MEMPHIS TO VEGAS Elvis is back in the building! This all-new, world-touring tribute show celebrates the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll like never before. Starring Mark Summers, the UK’s #1 Elvis tribute artist and three-time National Tribute Music Awards winner, the production takes audiences on a thrilling journey through every era of […]
Made in Tennessee Country fans are given a taste of Nashville with Soul Street Productions’ sell-out show Made in Tennessee - A Night of Country Music.With a band made up of some of UK’s finest country musicians, Made in Tennessee takes you through the decades of the nation's fastest growing music genre, from Country’s origin in the Southern States of […]
Last Night of the Proms with Bournemouth Concert Brass Join Bournemouth Concert Brass for a fun-filled and patriotic afternoon celebrating the much-loved traditions of The Last Night of the Proms.Bring your flags, whistles, and best singing voices and be part of the atmosphere as the band performs a wide-ranging programme of music to suit all tastes. From stirring classics to light-hearted […]
