Easter Holidays at Exeter Phoenix
Published March 26, 2026
Join us during the Easter Holidays for enchanting cinema, quirky interactive theatre and finger-puppet making art workshops, plus so much more!
THE MAGIC FARAWAY TREE (U)
Fri 03 Apr - Thu 16 Apr | Various Times
Adapted from Enid Blyton's classic books by Simon Farnaby (Wonka, Paddington 2, Ghosts), The Magic Faraway Tree is an adventure for all ages this Easter.
BRICKFILM: LEGO ANIMATION WORKSHOP
Mon 13 & Tue 14 Apr | 10am - 4pm
In this two day hands-on workshop you will use stop motion animation techniques to design, plan and shoot a short film using your favourite Lego from home.
THE MEXICO MISSION
Tue 14 Apr | 1.30pm
Featuring a broad streak of quirky comedy, playful film noir references and inspired by the art of Frida Kahlo, The Mexico Mission! is a highly interactive playable show for families.
MEXICAN ART WORKSHOP WITH THE COMPANY OF INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS
Tue 14 Apr | 3.45pm
Join Agents Kahlo & Dali of the Company of International Artists on a top secret creative mission exploring Mexican art. Create a brand new secret identity for yourself, then apply your sharpest thoughts – use art materials to respond to key design elements you may have seen on stage during the performance The Mexico Mission by Brave Bold Drama to create brand new art yourselves!
EXPLORING Painting
Wed 15 Apr | 2pm - 4.30pm
Explore colour and materials and unlock your creativity in this fun session designed to be suitable for all ages. Come on your own or bring a friend or relative.
EXPLORING DRAWING
Wed 15 Apr | 10.30am - 1pm
Join us for an engaging session designed for all ages and skill levels. You will explore innovative mark-making techniques using a diverse range of materials to unlock your creative potential.
FINGER PUPPETS
Thu 16 Apr | 10.30am - 1pm
Come learn the basics to make fun, creative finger puppets with pre-loved fabric and a range of different appliqué bits and acrylic painting. Feel free to bring pre-loved fabric if you’d like to use it in the session.
ARCO (PG)
Sat 04 Apr - Thu 16 Apr | Various Times
A magical, beautifully animated journey through time, Arco is a dazzling, Ghibli-esque science fiction fantasy about a 10-year-old boy from an idyllic future who accidentally travels back in time to a world in peril.
