Library Lates returns for its spring instalment. Music, art, performance and games curiously weaved throughout the building once again.

***MUSIC***

Nierra Creek (9:30-10:30)

Generating from the south of England, Nierra Creek are Somerset songwriter Ryan Deag and Swiss producer Sebastian Müller. The pair became friends during a last minute scrounge for housing in Brighton. Both share a love for James Blake, Hip Hop, soundscapes and unexpected noise which is the backbone to their sound.

2022 saw Nierra Creek perform at Boardmasters Festival (championed by Daniel Pascoe and Sarah “Gozzo” from BBCIntroducing) and Switzerland’s Out In The Green Garden Festival. Along with several SOFAR sounds intimate shows. The band have also toured the UK with Communion’s MarthaGunn and are ready to hit the road again in 2023.

Taking sonic influence from indie folk artists Bon Iver to LOW, to production heavy artists Jim-E Stack and Oneohtrix Point Never, Nierra Creek are forging their own unique sound which transcends genre.

Alex Hart (8-9)

Devon born singer/ songwriter Alex Hart is proving to be an important addition to the UK’s current crop of classy country and roots artists. After mastering the guitar and songwriting skills at the tender age of 14 with her biggest influences being Sheryl Crow & Norah Jones it was no surprise that when Alex Hart started sharing her voice and songs at live gigs in her hometown she was instantly noticed and discovered by some of the music industry’s most influential producers and record labels.

As well as a busy touring schedule, Alex is constantly working on new music ready for new releases in 2023, Alex sold a staggering 10,000 copies of her self made, self produced album “Under the Covers” that she recorded and released at her home studio during lockdown in 2020.

Alex Hart is not only a talented vocalist, but an accomplished musician too, 2023 is set to be her most successful and exciting year yet.

“Alex Hart is set to make a global impact” THE GUARDIAN

Silent Disco

We are pleased to welcome our librarian DJs to the stage. Gracing the decks on the evening we have…

DJ Bibliotek – Bringing you all the 80s classics!

DJ DISCO-FACE – Expect high energy dance music with some indie and classic hits thrown in!

DJ Ting – Switch to DJ Ting’s spangly set for a dream Europop/Eurovision moltissimo-super-fantastique-brilhante-wunderbar fiesta!

***WORKSHOPS***

Double Elephant Print Workshop

Double Elephant will be offering a totally ink-free printing session. Participants will be able to explore blind embossing using found materials and thick paper to create their own totally clean prints!

Giraffe Sculpture Workshop with James Lake

Come along and create a simple colourful giraffe using cardboard, tape, and tissue paper. Transform some cardboard into something fun and explore a new way of creating with award winning sculptor James Lake.

FabLab Exeter 3D Design and Printing Demonstrations

During the evening, Marcus Brown, our Digital Making Tutor, will run three 3D demonstrations inside FabLab Exeter. He will show you the basics of combining 3D elements and then creating holes to create a 3D keyring design. Marcus will also explain how 3D printing works and you can see our printers in action! No sign up required – these demonstrations will run throughout the evening at 8pm, 8:40pm and 9:20pm. All included in your Library Lates ticket!

Hidden Spaces Tours

During the evening, we are once again pleased to be able to offer an exclusive tour of areas of the library that the public do not usually have access to including the Exeter Stack and the Cage, where we keep the special collections. You will be given time to browse the stack, plus we will also have a selection of old and interesting books from our special collections, available for you to view. There are limited spaces, so please sign up at the library box office on the night.

Bar Nova

As always, the wonderful Bar Nova will be providing a curated selection of drinks and snacks throughout the evening.

***Tickets***

General admission: £8

Concessions: £6

16+ only

VENUE: EXETER LIBRARY

This event is an external hire

*Subject to a £1.50 ticketing system charge. We don’t charge this to make a profit. Find out more >>