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Dorset Drama Academy
Film and Improv Night
Saturday 6th June, 6pm
Join us for our annual showcasing of the hard work and creativity displayed by our film students. We will be screening a selection of short films written & created by our Junior, Intermediate, Senior & Advanced filmmaking students in 2025/2026.
Our film screening is followed by a fun comedy evening brought to you by our Senior Improv Troupe. Grab a box of complimentary popcorn, get a drink from the bar and settle down for an evening of entertainment courtesy of Dorset Drama Academy!
Wimborne Minster Folk Festival
Friday 12th, Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th June
Wimborne's wonderful annual folk festival returns in June, with many of the Headline events happening at the Allendale!
Persephone: Queen of The Underworld
Sunday 21st June, 2.30pm & 7.30pm
This June, audiences are invited to experience one of the most captivating myths of Ancient Greece, brought vividly to life on stage.
The story of Persephone, daughter or Demeter and Zeus, is one of love, loss and rebirth. When Hades, the mysterious god of the Underworld, falls in love with her, he carries her away to his dark kingdom. There, she becomes his queen - a role both powerful and bittersweet. Each year, Persephone rises once more to the world above, bringing with her the return of spring and the blossoming of new life.
Dorset Drama Academy presents
The Wizard of Oz
Sunday 12th July, 6pm
Step into a world of wonder as our Junior & Intermediate actors bring The Wizard of Oz to life. Join Dorothy, Toto and unforgettable friends on a magical journey down the yellow brick road, filled with adventure, humour and heart. A visually exciting, family-friendly experience celebrating courage, friendship and finding your way home.
An Evening with Kate Adie
Friday 17th July, 7.30pm
Wimborne Minster Town Council presents An Evening with Kate Adie. All proceeds will be donated to the Town Mayor's charities.
Join us for a truly special evening with acclaimed journalist and broadcaster Kate Adie. Prepare to be captivated by powerful stories and rare insights drawn from an extraordinary career spent reporting from the heart of some of the world’s most defining moments.
From Tripoli to Tiananmen Square, from Belfast to Bosnia—and countless frontlines in between—Kate Adie has built a reputation for fearless, straight-talking journalism that has earned widespread respect. Don’t miss this inspiring opportunity to hear first-hand from one of Britain’s most respected voices in journalism.
Sarah Bolter & 'Not Just Sax'
with special guest Derek Nash
Saturday 25th July, performances at 3pm & 6.30pm
‘Not Just Sax' are a group of local musicians from the south led by Sarah Bolter on saxes, flute, clarinet and vocals. The band was formed in 2001 and are bound together by a love of melodic, rhythmic jazz.
Derek Nash is probably the UK’s busiest and most versatile saxophonist, who has been part of Jools Holland’s Rhythm and Blues Orchestra since 2004, is a member of Ronnie Scott’s Blues Explosion and tours extensively with his stage celebration show of Stevie Wonder, ‘The Wonder of Stevie.’ Derek has shared the stage with numerous people including Tom Jones, Eric Clapton, David Sanborn, Amy Winehouse and Michael Bublé. Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Summer Jazz at the Allendale -
Bob Barter Quintet with Jenny Howe
Sunday 26th July, 1pm
Join us for a great afternoon of jazz and swing courtesy of the Bob Barter Quintet with vocalist Jenny Howe. Superb musicianship and a great atmosphere guaranteed in The Allendale Studio. Limited tickets available and often sells to capacity - advance booking recommended!
Kevin Harding: Here Comes The Sun Tour
(supported by Bob Carter)
Saturday 15th August, 6pm
Kevin is a highly talented fingerstyle guitarist who performs in local and UK venues and at International Guitar Festivals. He's also a composer for guitar, piano, strings and orchestra. This year he's embarking on a UK tour, Here Comes The Sun, performing his fingerstyle guitar arrangements of popular Beatles songs, plus some of his own compositions featured on The Wine List & Folklore albums, together with tunes from a new album he's currently recording (The Balladeer) and other popular fingerstyle guitar pieces.
Kevin is supported by Bob Carter, a locally-based guitarist of outstanding skill himself. Two superb musicians on one evening in The Allendale Café - limited seating available so advance booking strongly recommended! Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Changing Colours Jazz Orchestra -
Music from Broadway to Hollywood
Sunday 6th September, 6pm
It’s Showtime! We welcome Changing Colours Jazz Orchestra, playing the ultimate celebration of your favourite songs from Broadway Musicals & Hollywood Films.
This 17 piece orchestra has been created from a select group of musicians, many of them professional, who will be performing a varied and exciting programme of music to get your toes tapping and be both memorable and nostalgic.
This highly acclaimed orchestra, based in Ferndown, has been performing over the past five years and will feature vocalists & soloists throughout the programme to add to your emotional musical experience. Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Thought Control - A Tribute to Pink Floyd
Saturday 12th September, doors 6.45pm, show 7.15pm
Thought Control are pleased to bring their Tribute to Pink Floyd to the Allendale.
More info from Thought Control:
We present well over two hours of classic songs with an unforgettable spectacle of sound and light. On stage, we will carefully recreate all-time classics such as "Another Brick In The Wall", “Money”, "Comfortably Numb" and "Wish You Were Here", along with epics such as "Echoes" and "Shine On You Crazy Diamond". The lighting, projection and laser effects create the perfect backdrop, and have been further enhanced for 2026. Whether a die-hard fan or new to Pink Floyd, let Thought Control immerse you in the magic of one of the greatest bands of all time.
Labradors Rock 2026
Friday 18th September, doors 7.15pm, music from 8.15pm
Spinal Taff are back again at the Allendale for ‘Labradors Rock 2026’, a benefit concert in aid of The Labrador Rescue Trust; a night of big hair and even bigger riffs, as the band deliver their unique take on rock and heavy metal classics from AC/DC, Judas Priest, Van Halen etc. They’re joined this year by special guests, ‘Vesper’, a young 5-piece rock band whose influences include Royal Blood, The Killers and Paramore; a band who were finalists at last year's 'Battle of The Bands' contest organised by Poole & Parkstone Grammar Schools. MC for the evening is Radio Wimborne’s very own Matt Fleming.
Quo Connection
Friday 23rd October, doors 7.30pm, music from 8.15pm
The authentic and approved sound of classic 70s QUO!
Formed by ex-Status Quo drummer John Coghlan, the band has existed for twenty-five years in various forms. Mick Hughes, Rick Chase and Pete Mace have reformed John Coghlan’s Quo under the name of QUO CONNECTION.
Playing many of Status Quo’s hits plus some incredible album tracks, Quo Connection are eager to bring their high-octane show to you. The band proved very popular when they played here previously and are very welcome to return in 2026! Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Evening with Dan Clarke
Tuesday 3rd November, 7pm
The incredible Spiritual medium Dan Clarke presents an evening of readings from spirit delivered in the compassionate and yet entertaining way that only he can. Join us and see why Dan Clarke is known for being the most accurate medium touring the UK today.
Over 16s please.
Richard Smith UK Tour 2026
(supported by Bob Carter)
Friday 13th November, 7.30pm
We welcome Richard Smith back to the Allendale this November! If you've seen Richard here before, you'll know he's one of the world's top guitar players. Born in the UK, now resident in the US, he's back in this country for an autumn tour. If you appreciate top-level musicianship and great entertainment, don't miss this date!
Richard is very ably supported by the more-local Bob Carter, himself a consummate musician. Two excellent guitarists at a very reasonable ticket price - limited tickets available.
Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.
Chris Hill's Dirty DC
Sunday 27th December, doors open 7pm
This isn’t just another tribute band - this is a full-throttle AC/DC experience!
Chris Hill’s Dirty DC deliver the raw power, attitude, and unmistakable sound of one of the greatest rock bands in history, with relentless precision and energy. Engineered for serious fans and live music audiences alike, this is high-voltage rock ‘n’ roll done properly.
Fronted by Chris Hill, a performer who has spent over 26 years mastering the voice, presence and grit of Brian Johnson, the band recreates both the Bon Scott swagger and the Johnson-era stadium dominance with spine-tingling accuracy. Raising funds for Allendale Community Centre.