The Poly

24 Church St, Falmouth : 01326 319461
The Royal Cornwall Polytechnic Society

More information 2 June
Friday
07:00pm

Lessons in Chemistry: Bonnie Garmus in Conversation

TALKS: *SOLD OUT* Bonnie Garmus will be joining us in Falmouth to talk all about Lessons in Chemistry and its incredible debut success. Bonnie will be in conversation with Cathy Rentzenbrink.

More information 7 June
Wednesday
05:15pm

Aladdin (1992) (U)

FILMS: Aladdin, a common thief, falls in love with Princess Jasmine, but cannot marry her as he is not a prince. Jafar, a royal vizier with a hidden agenda, enlists Aladdin's help to retrieve a magical lamp.

More information 7 June
Wednesday
07:30pm

Brainwashed: Sex-Camera-Power (18)

FILMS: BRAINWASHED explores how cinematic shot design intersects with sexual abuse and discrimination against women. Features interviews and clips from A-list movies.

More information 8 June
Thursday
07:30pm

Pamfir (15)

FILMS: A man returns to his former life as a smuggler in rural Ukraine to provide for his family in this gritty crime drama. Tender family scenes and hard edged violence rub shoulders as his situation becomes more desperate.

More information 13 June
Tuesday
06:30pm

Moderate Becoming Good Later: A Multimedia Adventure Around the Shipping Forecast

TALKS: An exhilarating and deeply moving story of one man’s attempt to sea kayak the areas of the Shipping Forecast and his sister’s determination to tell his story.

More information 17 June
Saturday
07:30pm

Bait (15)

FILMS: Martin is a fisherman without a boat, his brother Steven having re-purposed it as a tourist tripper. With their childhood home now a get-away for London money, Martin is displaced to the estate above the harbour.

More information 22 June
Thursday
10:00am

The Portrait Sketch in Oils, with Hugh Appleton

WORKSHOPS: An Instructional Workshop with Live Models. This workshop is for those who want to improve their ability to capture a likeness in a portrait, or their ability to observe and draw accurately. The medium you choose to work with is up to you, but the focus will be on oil painting.

More information 27 June
Tuesday
05:30pm

Still: A Michael J Fox Movie (15)

FILMS: Intimate and honest, and produced with unprecedented access to Fox and his family, the film chronicles Fox’s personal and professional triumphs and travails, and explores what happens when an incurable optimist confronts an incurable disease.

More information 28 June
Wednesday
11:00am

Wax Carving: Sculpture & Jewellery

WORKSHOPS: Join our creative workshop and unlock the potential of wax carving. Discover how to sculpt, carve and shape wax into unique pieces of art or stunning jewellery, such as rings or earrings.

More information 13 July
Thursday
07:30pm

Peter Knight & John Spiers

MUSIC: The exquisite explorations of the liminal space that exists between traditional and classical music is what makes the music of Peter Knight and John Spiers so compelling and beguiling, ultimately rendering genres irrelevant.

More information 28 July
Friday
06:30pm

LOTR: The Return of The King - Extended Edition (12A)

FILMS: Gandalf and Aragorn lead the World of Men against Sauron's army to draw his gaze from Frodo and Sam as they approach Mount Doom with the One Ring.

More information 25 August
Friday
07:30pm

'Alive & Gigging’ with Roger McGough

COMEDY: Experience the poetic brilliance of Roger McGough, with new and classic poems, laughs, and reflections on growing old. Meet and get your book signed by the living legend.

More information 11 September
Monday

Pottery workshop: Beginner's Handbuilding

WORKSHOPS: Our six-week courses give you the perfect introduction to ceramics: learn the techniques of pinch pots, coil pots and slab making, and experiment with decorative methods such as slip and glazing. Weekly on Mondays.

More information 13 September
Wednesday

Pottery workshop: Intermediate

WORKSHOPS: A six-week course for those who would like to develop their existing skills and start to gain knowledge in a broader range of building, firing and glazing techniques. Weekly on Wednesdays.

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The Poly Makers Guild

Shop inspiring works by local artists and artisans, including jewellery, ceramics, glass and prints in our makers Guild.

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Solskinn Coffee & Cocktail Haus

Head to our cosy bar for incredible food, cocktails and speciality coffee. Open during Poly daytime hours, late on Friday and Saturday evenings, and alongside Poly events.

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Falmouth History Archive

The Falmouth History Archive is led by a friendly and committed group of volunteers who have a wealth of knowledge about Falmouth and its history.

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More FilmsFilms // Coming up

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7 June
Wednesday
5:15pm

Aladdin (1992) (U)

Aladdin, a common thief, falls in love with Princess Jasmine, but cannot marry her as he is not a prince. Jafar, a royal vizier with a hidden agenda, enlists Aladdin's help to retrieve a magical lamp.

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More ComedyComedy // Coming up

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3 June
Saturday
7:30pm

Cinderella The Panto

Your chance to experience a drama of LOVE, ENVY, SNEEZY, BASHFUL and PRANCER. Oops. Well romance anyway. And money, second castles and cheese on the dancefloor! Recommended ages 15+

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More MusicMusic // Coming up

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10 June
Saturday
8:00pm

Tam Lin Retold

The ballad may be known as Tam Lin, but he’s only a part of it. Exploring untold stories and unsung voices, this is badass border balladry for the old and the new. Part sung, part told, this is a tale of poison, pluck and changing shape.

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More TheatreTheatre // Coming up

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3 June
Saturday
7:30pm

Cinderella The Panto

Your chance to experience a drama of LOVE, ENVY, SNEEZY, BASHFUL and PRANCER. Oops. Well romance anyway. And money, second castles and cheese on the dancefloor! Recommended ages 15+

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More ExhibitionsExhibitions // Coming up

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23 May
Tuesday
10:00am

John Goodwin: Geometry in Motion

John Goodwin’s digital images (giclees) explore movement through biomorphic and geometric shapes with curved and or/angular hard edges interacting with vibrant colour combinations.

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More TalksTalks // Coming up

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2 June
Friday
7:00pm

Lessons in Chemistry: Bonnie Garmus in Conversation

*SOLD OUT* Bonnie Garmus will be joining us in Falmouth to talk all about Lessons in Chemistry and its incredible debut success. Bonnie will be in conversation with Cathy Rentzenbrink.

More information Check times : Book
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More WorkshopsWorkshops // Coming up

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3 June
Saturday
11:00am

Costume Life Drawing: Sci Fi

Come to a Galaxy now that far away for a sci fi themed costumed life drawing. As our heroes and villains take on poses from 1-10 mins long.

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More Community ActivitiesCommunity Activities // Coming up

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8 June
Thursday
7:45pm

Stand & Deliver

We love to hear and tell good stories, especially when they are true. Stand and Deliver is all about that. Join us for an evening of laughter, tears, edge of the seat drama or just outright wonder.

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More FamilyFamily // Coming up

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7 June
Wednesday
5:15pm

Aladdin (1992) (U)

Aladdin, a common thief, falls in love with Princess Jasmine, but cannot marry her as he is not a prince. Jafar, a royal vizier with a hidden agenda, enlists Aladdin's help to retrieve a magical lamp.

More information Check times : Book
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