ArtsReach present the legendary northern roots band Striding Edge at Studland Village Hall on Sunday 14th December.

Striding Edge have built a reputation as one of the most thrilling and engaging ceilidh bands in England and their show comprises of Lakeland tunes; jigs, hornpipes, watzes and polkas, that are paired with good soild English dances.

The dances are demonstrated and ‘called’ by band members. No previous experience is necessary from audiences, just enthusiasm and willingness to ‘get up and have a go’ and have fun with friends old and new alike!

Studland Village Hall: Sun 14 Dec 7.30pm • Box Office: 01929 450514

ArtsReach bring Umdumo WeSizwe, a Zimbabwean vocal group, to West Lulworth Village Hall on Saturday 29th November.

In the tradition and sounds of the ‘Imbube’ style, made famous by Ladysmith Black Mambazo, eight young men sing songs of love, hope, worship, courtship, hardship and African social commentary.

The group transforms serious themes into joyous and celebratory songs using only the musical energy of bass and tenor voices, which with lively harmonies and tip-toe dance routines will truly mesmerise.

Tickets £7.50 Adults, £5 U18,  01929 400321 or Winfrith Post Office from 8th Nov.

West Lulworth Village Hall: Sat 29th November 7.30pm

Thespis present ‘Chetwode, Sandy & Co’, a hilarious comedy written by David Conville, as part of ArtsReach at Studland Village Hall on Sunday 16th November.

A trio of ex-ENSA entertainers escape from the realities of modern life into their own world where in a series of playlets they act out their fantasies as heroes, politicians, murderers, gamblers and clowns.

Studland Village Hall: Sun 16 Nov 7.30pm: Box Office: 01929 450514

ArtsReach, the Arts Development Agency for Rural Dorset, present two theatre treats for you and the kids during the the half-term holiday.

Hand to Mouth Theatre present an original and whimsical reinterpretation of George and the Dragon, told in a series of flashbacks by the ageing Dragon himself, and his troupe of glove puppets.

Children will love the knockabout nonsense and adults will appreciate the hidden layer about growing old together!

Angel Heart Theatre return for only the second time to ArtsReach with their beautiful show adapted from the famous Hans Christian Andersen fairytale ‘The Nightingale’. Beautifully crafted puppets, shadow theatre, captivating storytelling and original live music and dance bring this classic story to life. Another show that the whole family will enjoy!

The Dragons Tale
West Lulworth Tues 28 Oct, 10:30am 01929 400321

The Nightingale
Winfrith Wed 29 Oct, 10:30am 01305 852117
Bere Regis Thurs 30 Oct, 10:30am 01929 471342