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Sanctuary: ‘I got so excited by these tiny little weeds’

In responding to place, space and light, somewhat unexpectedly artist Laura S Elizabeth also found her Sanctuary residency at Lighthouse…
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Sanctuary: ‘I had the time, space, and support to rework the piece’

What’s it like for a woman to go clubbing? Does the invitation into a nightlife space blur the line between…
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‘Career highlight’ as Elspeth collects prestigious award

Lighthouse Chief Executive Elspeth McBain has been made an Honorary Fellow of Arts University Bournemouth in what she describes as…
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La-Mia’s joins Lighthouse Business Club to support arts and community

La-Mia’s harbourside restaurant and bar on Poole Quay is the latest local firm to join the Lighthouse Business Club.
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Young guns to meet knights of old in Live and Unheard OMA takeover

Live and Unheard, the monthly original grass roots music showcase at Lighthouse , hosts its first Original Music Awards takeover…
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Talented Young Writers showcase stories and poems

A celebration of words and writing, the annual Lighthouse Young Writers Showcase saw three age groups share new stories and…
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Sarah-Louise promises ‘Rat Pack’ will earn their boos

The people of Poole with be feline fine this Christmas as Dick Whittington – and his faithful cat Tommy –…
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Radio partnership will help support the arts

Lighthouse is delighted its corporate partnership with digital radio service Bournemouth One will continue to help support the arts at…
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Sofa away – Lighthouse to give away seats after major donation

For twenty years they’ve been the best seats in the house, but now the distinctive foyer sofas and benches at…
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Lighthouse & Me: Andy Walker

In the first of an occasional series about Lighthouse and what it means to members of our community, we meet…
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Debut exhibition celebrates the life and soul of Boscombe

A joyful celebration of Boscombe’s vibrant and diverse community, self-taught artist Adilson Naueji’s first solo exhibition at Lighthouse Poole can…
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Dick Whittington turns again as Lighthouse pantomime announced

Make sure it’s a golden Christmas this year as Lighthouse announces the classic rags to riches story Dick Whittington as…
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Impact Award is a ‘special honour’

Lighthouse is honoured to receive the High Street Impact Award at the annual Poole Business Awards.
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Put pen to paper with new writing group

Building on the success of the well-established Lighthouse Young Writers workshops, this autumn sees the launch of Lighthouse Adult Writing…
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Lighthouse Young Producers make something to be proud of

Bridging the gap between theory and practice, Lighthouse Young Producers have been working on live events including NT Connections and…
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Poole Pride: Exhibition and badges to celebrate the spirit of Pride

With its home at Lighthouse, Poole Pride is a joyful celebration with a fun-filled family-friendly day of performances and activities…
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Flashback: Smyths show recalls the night The Smiths played Poole

For more than twenty years, The Smyths – who play the Theatre on Thursday 4 June 2026 – have brought…
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Glorious! TV’s Wendi Peters to reprise role

GLORIOUS!, the critically acclaimed West End hit comedy will open its UK tour with a week’s run at Lighthouse from…
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