The Poly

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

More information 17 May
Saturday
07:30pm

In Search of Goldoni

THEATRE: In Search of Goldoni is a new comedic solo show that asks the big questions: what is life really about, what happens when we leave this earth and what the hell is granita menthe?

More information 22 May
Thursday
06:00pm

Sparkling Seas & Fresh Faces: The Conservation of Cornish Paintings

TALKS: Fans of 'The Repair Shop' this is the talk for you showcasing the conservation and restoration of Cornish paintings

More information 24 May
Saturday
06:00pm

Ghosts On The Cornish Coast

TALKS: Join Keith Wallis and Elizabeth Dale for an evening of spooky tales from around the Cornish coast.

More information 24 May
Saturday
08:00pm

Ocean With David Attenborough (PG)

FILMS: Takes viewers on a breathtaking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean.

More information 30 May
Friday
11:00am

Seaglass Jewellery Workshop (Make A Ring, Pendant or Earrings)

WORKSHOPS: Learn the basics of silversmithing and make seaglass jewellery in sterling silver.

More information 31 May
Saturday
10:30am

Forbidden Artefacts: Interactive Art workshop

FAMILY: A Hands-On History Adventure! Step into the past and ignite your child's imagination in this unique, interactive workshop! Ages 5-7.

More information 31 May
Saturday
07:30pm

The Room (18) Plus Q&A with Greg Sestero

FILMS: Johnny is a banker who lives in a San Francisco townhouse with his fiancée, Lisa. One day, inexplicably, she gets bored of him and decides to seduce Johnny's best friend, Mark. From there, nothing will be the same again.

More information 6 June
Friday
07:30pm

Matthew Thomason – Arlodhes A Shalott

MUSIC: Trailblazing new Cornish translation of Tennysons’ masterpiece poem ‘The Lady of Shalott’ put to beautiful music and performed by Matthew Thomason and singer Elizabeth Freeborn

More information 10 June
Tuesday
08:00pm

Petra Dish Presents: A Totally Normal QUIZSTRAVAGANZA

THEATRE: QUIZSTRAVAGANZA will feature all the things you would expect from a pub quiz, but with glam, with mystery, and with rounds involving charades, props, haikus, jokes, rhymes and a kazoo.

More information 17 June
Tuesday
06:00pm

Sip and Paint Monet’s Poppies

WORKSHOPS: This is a fun evening with wine (or soft drinks), music and art. Create your own masterpiece to take home, following Claude Monet’s ‘The Poppy Field near Argenteuil’.

More information 18 June
Wednesday
06:00pm

Blue Meadows: Restoring Falmouth’s Seagrass

TALKS: Discover the secrets of Falmouth’s seagrass, and how Blue Meadows is working to preserve these meadows for futures to come.

More information 25 June
Wednesday
06:00pm

UKGFF: As The Tide Comes In

FILMS: The 27 residents of the tiny island of Mandø are used to severe weather and flooding, but climate change is making things worse and serious catastrophe looms. Part of the UK Green Film Festival 2025.

More information 28 June
Saturday
06:15pm

UKGFF: Once Upon A Time In A Forest

FILMS: Unfolding as a modern fairy tale in the enchanting embrace of the Finnish forest, Once Upon A Time In A Forest is a hopeful ode to nature and its protectors. Part of the UK Green Film Festival 2025.

More information 30 June
Monday
10:00am

3-Day Intensive Throwing Course

WORKSHOPS: Returning for its 3rd year in a row, delve into the world of throwing with our popular 3-day intensive course at the Poly Pottery.

More information 3 July
Thursday
06:00pm

A Sea Adventure On Barnabas: To The Scottish Trees & Back!

TALKS: This is a tale of an epic journey to help ensure the future of Barnabas, the 143 year old dipping lugger & sole original survivor of thousands built along the Cornish coast.

More information 7 July
Monday
10:00am

3-Day Intensive Raku Course

WORKSHOPS: Returning for summer 2025, dive into the mesmerising world of Raku over three immersive days at Poly Pottery.

More information 10 July
Thursday
07:00pm

Ran (1985) (15)

FILMS: A reimagining of Shakespeare's King Lear set in feudal Japan, Ran tells the story of an aging warlord who, after spending his life consolidating his empire, decides to abdicate and divide his Kingdom amongst his three sons.

More information 18 July
Friday
07:30pm

Launceston Folk Club presents: Emily Slade

MUSIC: An outstanding acoustic guitarist and singer-songwriter from North Hertfordshire. Her debut album ‘Shire Boy’ led to a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nomination, and she now tours as part of the Phil Beer Band.

More information 8 August
Friday
06:00pm

A History of Witchcraft in Cornwall

TALKS: Pellers, charmers & Cunning Folk – A history of Witchcraft in Cornwall, a talk by Keith Wallis.

More information 21 August
Thursday
11:00am

Squashbox Theatre Presents: Stones & Bones

FAMILY: Find out all about fossils, archaeology, and dinosaur with Squashbox Theatre. Ages 4 plus!

More information 23 August
Saturday
07:30pm

Much Ado About Nothing & Macbeth

COMEDY: A Comedy Shakespeare Double Bill. Four Forty Theatre return for a raucous retelling of Much Ado About Nothing and Macbeth - The Comedy! Both performed in one night by only four actors in forty (ish!) minutes each!

More information 13 September
Saturday
07:30pm

Matt Price: Made in Cornwall

COMEDY: Comedian, yarn spinner and master of organised chaos brings his solo show to Falmouth. “Fearlessly funny” ★★★★the Scotsman

More information 18 September
Thursday
07:00pm

NT Live: Inter Alia (15)

FILMS: Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright?

More information 30 September
Tuesday
07:00pm

Thrive: Solo Shows from Cornwall’s Fresh Voices

THEATRE: Discover Cornwall’s rising theatre voices in three original solo shows written and performed by local talent.

More information 7 March
Saturday
07:30pm

Cally Beaton: Namaste Motherf*ckers

COMEDY: Quick-witted, unexpected and unapologetic insight into life in midlife. 'Gripping, perceptive and uplifting', Chortle

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21 May
Wednesday
7:30pm

EOS: Michelangelo - Love & Death (PG)

The spectacular sculptures and paintings of Michelangelo seem so familiar to us, but what do we really know about this Renaissance giant?

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17 May
Saturday
7:30pm

In Search of Goldoni

In Search of Goldoni is a new comedic solo show that asks the big questions: what is life really about, what happens when we leave this earth and what the hell is granita menthe?

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23 May
Friday
7:30pm

Wise Woman at The Poly

Wise Woman spin their lush vocal harmonies and genre-bending tales of hidden women around the UK to celebrate the release of their brand new EP

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17 May
Saturday
7:30pm

In Search of Goldoni

In Search of Goldoni is a new comedic solo show that asks the big questions: what is life really about, what happens when we leave this earth and what the hell is granita menthe?

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12 May
Monday

Secret Postcard Exhibition: Call Out For Artists!

Calling all local painters, sketchers, designers & doodlers!

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22 May
Thursday
6:00pm

Sparkling Seas & Fresh Faces: The Conservation of Cornish Paintings

Fans of 'The Repair Shop' this is the talk for you showcasing the conservation and restoration of Cornish paintings

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16 May
Friday
3:00pm

Drop-In Sessions at The Poly Pottery!

The Poly Pottery’s weekly drop-in sessions are back up and running!

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9 May
Friday
3:00pm

Drop-In Sessions at The Poly Pottery!

The Poly Pottery’s weekly drop-in sessions are back up and running!

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28 May
Wednesday
7:30pm

Starlite: The Little Mermaid

Join us for a performance of The Little Mermaid with the talented children of Starlite Theatre Company.

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