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Leigh Curtis
Leigh Curtis is deputy editor of Exeter Observer and a director of its publisher Exeter Observer Limited.
She writes most of our community and culture stories as well as news reports and contributes to features and investigations.
Leigh holds a degree in Fine Art at Goldsmiths, University of London. She leads on marketing and also manages our finances and administration.
She is an accredited UK press card holder and a member of the National Union of Journalists.
Stories by Leigh Curtis

THURSDAY 8 & FRIDAY 9 FEBRUARY 2024
Two Short Nights 2024
A short film festival showcasing local, national and international talent with a panel discussion, awards ceremony and more.
EXETER PHOENIX

WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY TO SATURDAY 17 FEBRUARY 2024
What If …?
A festival of children’s stories hosted by Theatre Alibi featuring performances and interactive workshops.
EMMANUEL HALL

SATURDAY 3 & SUNDAY 4 FEBRUARY 2024
Dogs Don’t Do Ballet
A puppetry and music performance for children aged two and above.
EMMANUEL HALL

SATURDAY 24 FEBRUARY 2024
Isca Ensemble chamber orchestral concert
An evening of Hadyn, Bach and Mozart with violin, viola and oboe soloists.
ST DAVID'S CHURCH

TUESDAY 13 FEBRUARY 2024
George Oliver, forgotten Exeter humanitarian
A fundraising talk about the priest, historian and author who lived in the priory in the 19th century.
ST NICHOLAS PRIORY
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