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On: At: Charroux Church, Charroux

The Vocal Ensemble ALTRI CANTI proposes an eclectic program of English composers, of very varied styles and periods, ranging from William Byrd (1543-1625)...

Events - Today

  • 16 Angoulême

  • Art & Exhibitions

  • Museum of the Bande Desinee

    Every Day

    Huge collection of comic strip artwork with library and children's workshops. At 121, rue de Bordeaux Anglouleme. Tel: 05 45 38 65 51. Open every day during July and... Read More...

  • Music: Rock, Pop & Country

  • Angel Face

    On Saturday 25 May

    Angel Face in concert at Pub Kennedy. Read More...

  • 16 Aubeterre-sur-Dronne

  • Walks & Visits

  • Eglise Souterraine St Jean

    Every Day

    Underground church carved into the rock in the 12th Century by Benedictine monks. Open all year from 09:30 to 12:30 and from 14:00 to 18:00 except between 15th June... Read More...

  • 16 Chabanais

  • Theatre & Shows

  • Summer Show

    On Saturday 25 May

    “Behind the Scenes” is a collection of short light-hearted plays; original radio episodes of Flash Gordon, a French farce and Murder in the Green Room (can the audience guess who dunnit?). Read More...

  • 16 Chalais

  • Music: Classical & Opera

  • Festival Internationale de Musique de Chambre en Charente

    Every Day From: Saturday 11 May To: Sunday 9 June

    Festival dedicated to chamber music, first established and presented by the Shaw string trio - Nathalie, Julian and Jacob Shaw. Guest artists include pianist... Read More...

  • Children's Events

  • Wide Awake Club for Children

    Every Sat

    An introduction to English through games, activities, music, movement, singing and story-telling for children aged 3-5 years and plays, poetry, games, puzzles, logic,... Read More...

  • Events & Festivals

  • Craft Fayre

    On Saturday 25 May

    Le Perroquet Vert Association in Chalais are holding a Craft Fayre with a variety of hand made crafts on sale in addition to all of the usual products such as posters and glassware. Artisan producers will have many unique items on offer such as turned wooden goods and jewellery. Read More...

  • Talks, Classes & Workshops

  • Classes & Workshops at Le Perroquet Vert

    Every Day

    A variety of classes take place in the upstairs rooms at Le Perroquet Vert starting from the 8th September. Classes include dressmaking, painting, yoga, Alexander... Read More...

  • 16 Chassenon

  • Walks & Visits

  • Chassenon Roman Baths

    Every Day

    One of the best preserved Gallo-Roman sites in Europe. Open every day. See the website for more information or email to: amis.chassenon@free.fr or telephone: 05 45 85... Read More...

  • 16 Cognac

  • Walks & Visits

  • Musée des Arts du Cognac

    Every Sun, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

    1600m² of exhibition space displays a number of impressive collections and charts the history of cognac production from the wine-growing to the design and... Read More...

  • 16 La Couronne

  • Sport & Sailing

  • Race Course - Hippodrome La Tourette

    Every Day

    The track hosts eight racing meets located on a 35 hectare site. Standard cost €5.50. For further information Tel 05 45 61 23 74 Read More...

  • 16 Montbron

  • Antiques & Vide Greniers

  • Brocante

    Every Day

    Brocante in place de l'Hôtel de Ville on the 1st of the month from 06:00-13:00. Read More...

  • 16 Rouillac

  • Art & Exhibitions

  • Art Exhibition

    Every Day

    Permanent exhibition of the paintings and sculptures of over 30 artists on display at the Logis de la Logerie, Rouillac. Open every day from 11:00 to 13:00 and from... Read More...

  • 16 Ruffec

  • Music: Classical & Opera

  • Festival Internationale de Musique de Chambre en Charente

    On Saturday 25 May

    One of three dates for the festival which is held mainly in Chalais but with concerts also in Ste Radegonde and Ruffec. "The Genius of Beethoven" is performed by Nathalie Shaw, Jonathan Allen (violins), Julian Shaw (alto), Jacob Shaw (cello). Read More...

  • 16 St-Simeux

  • Pub & Café Entertainment

  • Live music at "Pub Gabariers"

    Every Day From: Tuesday 21 May To: Monday 27 May

    Friday 24th rock with "SUGAREE", Saturday 25th pop rock with "THE SHADELOVERS" & "26 JANUARY 1976", both at 22:00. Sunday 26th at 15:30 acoustic/electric aperitif... Read More...

  • 16 Suris

  • Talks, Classes & Workshops

  • Yoga Classes

    Every Sat

    Yoga classes with Lara at the Salle des Fête (Suris Bar) on Saturday from 09:00-10:30. For more information telephone: 05 45 29 69 22. Read More...

  • Zumba Fitness Class

    Every Sat From: Saturday 21 April 2012 To: Saturday 22 June 2013

    Zumba Fitness Class at the Bar Restaurant de la Terrasse every Saturday morning from 11:00-12:00. Join in the Zumba Fitness Party - great music, atmosphere and the... Read More...

  • 16 Verteuil-sur-Charente

  • Music: World & Folk

  • Nick and Jane Duo

    On Saturday 25 May

    Nick and Jane playing away from their usual set up as the craic, (Irish folk and rock) although the craic will be at the café at the end of June. Read More...

  • Sport & Sailing

  • Wu Tai Chi Chuan Lessons

    Every Sat From: Saturday 6 April To: Saturday 29 June

    New course of Wu Tai Chuan for beginners, teaching the first part of the long form of the traditional wustyle. Lessons start on the first Saturday after Easter and... Read More...

  • 17 Barzan

  • Walks & Visits

  • The Fâ Gallo Roman Site

    Every Day

    One of the most important Gallo Roman sites in the region covering over 150 hectares and including the remains of a temple, a villa, thermal baths and a port. Open... Read More...

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