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From enchanting theatre productions designed especially for little ones to hilarious comedy shows for adults to enjoy, there’s lots taking place on Plymouth’s stages this Christmas!

A mysterious and beautiful creature of mythological proportions will soon be arriving in Plymouth - here's everything you need to know.

Shop4Plymouth's resident blogger Lucy Young @_Oceancityliving takes a look around The Box, Plymouth’s new cultural destination. 

The vast discoveries that can be found in the beauty of Britain’s Ocean City have inspired many writers, from Sir Arthur Conan Doyle to Agatha Christie. So if you’re looking for some inspiration for your reading list why not add some books inspired by our wonderful part of the world?

MTV Music Week Plymouth has begun, and with it there are some amazing opportunities to hear from and speak to music industry professionals and artists!

See what your favourite MTV Music Week artist had to say in a special Q&A session.

Plymouth History Festival is now in full swing, but there’s still plenty of time to explore the fascinating history of Britain’s Ocean City before the festival ends on 31 May.

May is a bumper month in Plymouth’s theatre land, with plenty of new plays alongside West End classics and the return of Plymouth Fringe Festival at the end of the month. Read on for our preview of what’s on stage…

Have you ever wanted to know what hides behind the walls of Mount Batten Tower? Ever wondered how Nancy Astor felt about the Suffragettes? And have you ever seen a tournament between Medieval knights? The seventh Plymouth History Festival begins on 4 May, opening the city up to satisfy your every historical curiosity.

Challenging plays, smash hit musicals and family-friendly productions to keep the kids entertained during the holidays – there’s a lot going on in Plymouth’s theatre land during April. Read on for our preview of all the shows taking to the stage this month, and snap up your tickets while you still can.

Looking for a laugh? You’ll be spoilt for choice with these nine amazing comedians all heading to Britain’s Ocean City this spring. Enjoy big names and the full arena experience at Plymouth Pavilions, or head to B-Bar for intimate gigs with comedians you might not have discovered yet.  

There’s a whole host of fantastic theatre productions on offer in Plymouth during March, so there’s sure to be something to tempt you! Whether you fancy a feel good musical, dramatic dance or a laugh-out-loud comedy, there’s plenty to choose from. Read on for our preview of what’s taking to the stage this month…