Former Somerset and England ‘A’ cricketer, Mark Davis, returns by popular demand for another series of 1:1, 2:1 or 4:1 hour-long coaching sessions. The sessions will be tailored to the individuals and will include batting and bowling.

Mon 22, Tue 23, Wed 24, Mon 29 & Tue 30 October

Class times: 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm

Drop off times: 10 minutes before the session

Pick up times: 10 minutes after the session

Age Range: 7 – 18 years

1:1 £38.00

2:1 £42.00

4:1 £47.00

The Philippe Lemm Trio is one of the most exciting and electrifying jazz trios around today. Comprised of three musicians with exceptional command of their instruments, the group's repertoire draws heavily from re-imaginations of jazz standards in a way that both defies genre and corresponds to any modern jazz fan.

Winners of the International B-Jazz competition as well as the prize for the best soloist, this concert is part if their European tour following the release of their new CD ‘City Birds’.

Hearing the trio is a special and unforgettable experience and you will be captivated after listening to one piece!

In Partnership with CicCic, The Arts Centre Taunton

Monday 29 - Wednesday 31 October

9.30am - 3.30pm (5pm on Wed 31)

Ages: 7 - 12 years

This three-day master class will take you on a journey around the globe as you learn about the impact humans are making on our wildlife. From the jungles of Borneo to our own shores and the skies above, you will tackle some of the issues facing our reptiles, spiders, birds and marine life.

The course starts with a visit from Jonathan's Jungle Road Show. You will meet and handle a selection of reptiles and invertebrates as you learn about the impact deforestation is making on these weird and wonderful beasts.

On the second day, our attention turns to the skies with Devon Birds of Prey. You will look at the affect that farming techniques and changes to our hedgerows are having on our birds. Devon Birds of Prey will highlight these issues and introduce you to some of their stunning birds.

For the final day, we welcome the Marine Conservation Society who will help you understand the state of our oceans and the much publicised impact plastics is having on our marine life. In the afternoon we will leave the classroom behind and head to the coast for a beach clean followed by a seashore safari!

£135 for the three days including travel

Book before 30 Sept and save £10

Besides concerts and performances, The Philippe Lemm Trio also teach workshops and master classes all over the world.

Over the last 5 years, the trio developed a unique approach to rhythm section playing, exploring new ways to open up improvisation and inspiring musicians to search for new ways of playing. Open to musicians of all ages!

In partnership with CicCic, The Arts Centre, Taunton

Royal Academy of Dance Ballet and ISTD Modern classes for 4 – 7 year olds.

These classes are designed to develop excellent dance technique, building self-esteem, strength, suppleness, musical awareness and the children’s innate creativity whilst also following the RAD and ISTD syllabus.

Your child will have the opportunity to work towards recognised RAD and ISTD ballet and modern exams whilst also learning new choreography that is showcased in the Queen’s annual dance show.

The weekly classes start week of 5 November to week commencing 3 December as follows:

• Monday 4.00pm: Primary Ballet (for children in Year 1 who have passed their Pre-Primary Ballet exam and above)
• Tuesday 4.15pm: Grade 1 Ballet (for children in Year 2 and above)
• Wednesday 3.40pm: Primary Modern (for children in Reception and Year 1)
• Wednesday 4.20pm: Grade 1 Modern (for children in Year 1 who have experience and Year 2)
• Thursday 4.00pm: Pre-Primary Ballet exam class (for reception and Year 1 children who already have knowledge of the syllabus)
• Friday 3.30pm: Pre-Primary Ballet / Creative Dance (for Reception and Year 1 children with no knowledge of the syllabus)




£27.50 per course for the 5 week term.

Royal Academy of Dance Ballet, ISTD Modern, Lyrical Modern, pointe work, flexibility and body conditioning classes for 7 to 18 year-olds.

These classes are designed to develop excellent dance technique, building self-esteem, strength, suppleness and musical awareness.

Queen’s Performing Arts Academy caters for students that wish to dance for fun whilst also offering specialist classes and training for those thinking about pursuing a career in the dance and performing arts industry.

As a member of the Queen’s Performing Arts Academy, you will have the opportunity to work towards recognised RAD and ISTD Ballet and Modern exams, whilst also learning new choreography that is showcased in the Queen’s annual dance show. We regularly enter students for professional auditions and dance festivals, with solo and group lessons offered throughout the holiday periods. Elite students will be given the opportunity to audition for county youth dance companies, South West Theatre Ballet, Royal Ballet Associates and RAD Ballet Associates.

(Please note children at Grade 2 ballet and above will be expected to attend 2 ballet classes a week if they wish to be entered for exams)

The weekly classes start week of 5 November to week commencing 3 December as follows:

• Monday 5.00pm: Grade 4 Ballet
• Monday 5.45pm: Senior Creative/Contemporary Dance 11+
• Monday 6.45pm: Senior Flexibility and Body Conditioning 11+
• Tuesday 5.00pm: Grade 4 Modern
• Tuesday 5.45pm: Grade 3 Ballet
• Tuesday 6.45pm: Grade 5 Ballet
• Tuesday 7.30pm: Senior Lyrical 11+
• Wednesday 5.00pm: Grade 3 Modern
• Wednesday 5.45pm: Grade 2 Ballet
• Wednesday 6.45pm:  Senior Elite Ballet (for those inter-foundation and above) 11+
• Wednesday 7.30pm: Senior Elite Modern (for those inter-foundation and above) 11+
• Thursday 4.45pm: Grade 4 Ballet
• Thursday 5.30pm: Grade 2 Ballet
• Thursday 6.15pm: Grade 3 Ballet
• Thursday 7.00pm: Grade 5 Ballet
• Thursday 7.45pm: Senior Elite Ballet (for those inter-foundation and above) 11+
• Friday 5.00pm: Junior Creative Fun and Flex
• Friday 5.45pm: Junior Dance Company and Squad (invite only)
• Friday 6.30pm: Grade 3 Tap




£27.50 per course for the 5 week term.

Our pre-school dance classes are available for 3 – 4 year old boys and girls.

The class aims to introduce the magical world of dance to children in a nurturing and fun environment. Classes develop a basic dance technique in all styles, building self-esteem, strength, suppleness, musical awareness and the children’s innate creativity. This is achieved by developing technique through adventures, stories and play.

Children who attend from 3 years old will have the opportunity to perform in front of their family and parents to the Royal Academy of Dance to your own tune syllabus.

The weekly class starts week of 5 November to week commencing 3 December as follows:

• Friday 2.30 – 3.10pm: Creative Dance (Queen’s College students only)




£27.50 per course for the 5 week term.

This is the fifth and final Centenary Commemoration concert given by Somerset County Orchestra to mark the events of one hundred years ago. The orchestra are delighted to welcome back soprano Lorna Anderson.

• Things to Come - Bliss
• A Shropshire Lad - Butterworth
• Severn Meadows - Gurney arr Keedes
• A London Symphony (no 2) - Vaughan Williams

Commemorating the 100 year anniversary of

the end of WWI

Celebrating the 175th Anniversary of the founding of

Queen’s College

In this moving and poignant ‘Community Play’, playwright and director, Steve Eaton Evans, explores the relationships between the Hosegood siblings in the years preceding, during and after The Great War. Pacifism and faith compete with duty and honour in this powerful true story which follows the fortunes of former pupil and Head Boy Gilbert Hosegood who, along with two of his brothers, Ralph and Arnold, served his country fighting on the continent.

This moving and emotive production will involve students and staff from across the whole College, a ‘Community Play’ in commemoration of a community who served their country at home and abroad during the Great War.

Opening Soon!

Come and enjoy Mozart’s delightful Flute and Harp Concerto with soloists Sally Jenkins and Sally Hedges, Haydn Symphony No. 22 (The Philosopher) with 2 Cor Anglais and Beethoven’s charming 2nd Symphony in a pre-Christmas celebration with Somerset County Orchestra.

The Queen's Singers' Christmas Concert

Join us for a festive concert of Christmas music in the beautifully refurbished Performing Arts Centre at Queen’s College.

SADLY THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELLED!

Taunton Concert Band present

A CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Taunton Concert Band is delighted to bring their annual Christmas Concert to Queen’s College for the first time. Join them for an evening full of festive frivolity and cheer under the musical direction of Martin Wills but do listen out for the occasional adventure into the darker side... a minor misdemeanour perhaps? All will be revealed as you step away from the hustle and bustle of your own Christmas preparations and treat yourself to a little musical respite.

For further information about our band please visit our website - tauntonconcertband.co.uk