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Tiny Planet
Tiny Planet
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No lift access to performance studio.
No refunds or exchanges on tickets purchased.EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday 7th & Wednesday 8th April 2026
£14/£12 & PWYC*
11:30am & 2:30pm
Duration: 60 mins approx
Ages 5+ and families/adults
“Breathtaking ★★★★★”
Half a String Theatre presents Tiny Planet.
Imagine a whole world no bigger than a house. A planet that can be explored in a matter of minutes, yet it is the centre of a galaxy.
With breathtaking puppetry, original live folk songs and earthy percussion, uncover the mysteries that keep this little globe turning. Live camera projection brings this tiny world to life as a wanderer learns that the smallest things hold the biggest stories. Marvel as asteroids collide and discover the curious and wonderful as new creatures evolve.
This is a truly unique piece of puppet theatre for the whole family. Tiny Planet carries the echos of The Little Prince, inviting you on a journey to explore how we all can sometimes feel impossibly small and infinitely gigantic.
“Exceptional ★★★★★”
PLAYTIME! A Woodland Wonder
PLAYTIME! A Woodland Wonder
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Buggy park available downstairs when the event is held upstairs.EVENT DETAILS
Thursday 09 April 2026
10am + 11:30am
£12 - admits 2
Additional Little One £6
Additional Adult £6
Come along for a fun, relaxed participatory theatre session with The Last Baguette theatre company. There’ll be silliness, play-acting, games and music- expect to play, move, watch and laugh.
Join Ratty and her friends for a fun and gentle introduction to theatre with play-along storytelling, original music, puppetry, theatre games, movement, and lots of imaginative play. Ratty has a lot of ideas but sometimes things don’t go according to plan....can you help her by playing along and working together?
Sessions last 1 hour, and are created for ages 2-6 and their grown-ups. Younger and older siblings welcome!
The Last Baguette makes entertaining, accessible and eccentric work for family audiences.
SESSION THEME: A Woodland Wonder
The Nutshell Jazz Club: The Fraser Smith Quartet
THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB:
The Fraser Smith Quartet
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Thursday 16 April 2026
£25, £13 Students
8pm (doors 7pm)
London based Tenor player Fraser Smith has been playing professionally across Europe and beyond for the past 20 years. His latest album Lifeline! was recently added to The Times and Jazzwise 'Best Jazz Albums of 2025' lists, receiving a glowing 4 star review from each. 'Fiery and energetic hard-bop', the band's previous album Tiptop!, received coverage from the Guardian, Jazzwise and Hi-fi magazine and amassed 1.3 million streams.
This year Fraser will release his most ambitious project yet featuring US sax legend Harry Allen. The album was recorded in Paris with a carefully selected European rhythm section and will be released on French record label Zoot!. Also this year Fraser will be joining Living Jazz legend Chuck Israels (John Coltrane, Bud Powell, Billie Holiday, Bill Evans) as part of his European Quartet.
Fraser Smith Quartet play straight ahead jazz, firmly rooted in the golden eras of bebop/ hard bop and swing.
Fraser Smith - Sax
Rob Barron - Piano
TBC - Bass
Steve Brown - Drums
THE NUTSHELL JAZZ CLUB
Join us on the third Thursday of every month* for an evening of Jazz, delicious food (bring your own / order in) and drinks a plenty in an intimate cabaret style setting.
In partnership with Winchester Jazz Festival and Alex Western-King we will host some of the UK’s best Jazz musicians on The Nutshell stage.
*please check dates as due to holiday season we will occassionally shift from the third Thursday!
The Nutshell Comedy Club: April
The NUTSHELL COMEDY CLUB: APRIL
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Line-ups subject to last-minute change.EVENT DETAILS
SATURDAY 18 APRIL 2026
£18/£13
8PM (DOORS AT 7PM)
More Spring Comedy fun, and April fools, to brighten up the day so we bring you yet another cracking comedy night featuring just the finest stand-up comedians from the UK comedy circuit.
This month’s delights are Nathan Eagle, Tal Davies, Andrew White and all held together by your host and MC Sunjai Arif!
Please note that line ups are subject to change.SUNJAI ARIF
“Truly entertaining”
SUNJAI ARIF is an act who can quickly win over any audience with his warm personality and keep them engaged with comedy story-telling, neat turns of phrases and exciting set-pieces.
With material on everything from raising his young children to his own upbringing in anIndian/Turkish mixed raced family, Sunjai injects an irresistibly joyful energy into every topic he turns his hand to.
He is especially well known for his unforgettable alternative and absurdist routines. Recreating nostalgic pop culture through music, homemade props, and hilarious costumes.
“An excellent performer.”
TAL DAVIES
TAL DAVIES is a comedian, writer and self-proclaimed scumbag who blends toe-curling anecdotes with dry observational humour, delivered with a warm, likeable stage presence and a deadpan Brummie accent.
A BBC New Comedy Award regional finalist, Funny Women finalist, and British Comedian of the Year semi-finalist, Tal was also crowned Breakthrough Act at the Midlands Comedy Awards and has supported the likes of Milton Jones, Paul Choudry and Josh Pugh on tour.She’s a BBC Writers room alumni and credited screenwriter for BBC Three’s The Break.
“Nathan is one of the most original and exciting new acts I have seen in ages. Brilliantly funny.”
Nathan Eagle
NATHAN EAGLE Praised by Zoe Lyons as “brilliantly funny”, Nathan Eagle is a comedian making waves on the circuit as a name to look out for.
Nathan has won over crowds all over the UK with material covering everything from growing up working class to life as a modern day man. Expect expertly observed stories, sharppunchlines and an unmatched on-stage energy
“Nathan’s funny observations of life are brilliant. He had me laughing out loud! If you can see his show, do it!”
“Very exciting and very funny.”
ANDREW WHITE
Flamboyantly repressed and optimistically cynical, Andrew White is a stand-up fast rising through the comedy ranks with an act that's "not to be missed" (Daily Record).
Andrew performs all over the country at various clubs, festivals, and corporate events throughout the year.
“Absolutely Brilliant...took the stage by storm.”
Cyanotype and Coffee
Cyanotype & Coffee with Simon Bray
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Workshop located in the ground floor studio.EvENT DETAILS
SUNDAY 26 APRIL 2026
10AM-12:30PM
£40 - includes all materials, coffee and cake.
Step into the world of cyanotype - a historic photographic printing process known for its striking blue tones - in this relaxed, hands-on workshop led by photographer and artist Simon Bray.
Over the course of the morning, you’ll explore how to make your own unique prints using natural objects, layering techniques, and sunlight (or UV light should the October weather not play it's part!). No experience is needed and all materials are provided - just bring your curiosity. By the end of the workshop, you’ll take home your own collection of blueprints, each one completely personal and one-of-a-kind.
To keep you fuelled and inspired, delicious coffee will be supplied by South Down Social and homemade cake by Jess’ Kitchen Hampshire.
📍 Venue: The Nutshell, Winchester
🕙 Time: Sunday 26 April, 10am-12.30pm
💷 Workshop Cost: £40 (all materials included, plus coffee & cake)
Whether you’re an experienced creative or trying something new, this is a perfect way to spend a Sunday morning immersed in art, food, and community.