Explore the darker side on Ripon’s history from the macabre to the mysterious. Discover ancient burial sites, curious bone finds and characters who lived and died hundreds of years ago, but who some say still linger… Led by Ripon Museum Trust Guides. All proceeds to Ripon Museum Trust Ticket Price: £4 - £6
Abalone’s desperate, he’s taken holiday to commit armed robbery and now he has a woman stuffed into the boot of his classic car. Join us at The Last Motel to see if Abalone’s hostage changes his perspective on life. 'A theatre, more than a hint of Tarantino and Lynch' – Fictionmaker. ‘A kind of homespun …
In a lovely little house, in the middle of a lovely quiet wood, things are shaping up to be a very good day indeed. There’s breakfast on the table, but it’s just too hot so time for a family morning walk. But how quickly things can change! A broken antique chair, and a very noisy …
Performed in miniature on beautiful sets within a vintage suitcase, the tale of the adventurous Hare and her patient friend Moon is told through five delightful minutes of puppetry, spoken word and music. Children and adults alike will be charmed by this enchanting story of night skies, light and the joy of friendship. 10-10.30am The …
Walkabout acts, crazy characters, circus and clowning bring the streets and open spaces of Ripon to life throughout the day. Professional acts come together with community performers including Ripon City Morris Dancers, the All for One Choir and Ripon Youth Theatre. Performances will be staged at Ripon Market Place, Minster Gardens (in front of the …
A mini marvel of a show for a mini audience. Put on your headphones and become immersed in the tale of Arnold, whose walk quickly becomes an adventure. A soundtrack is played on earphones for each audience member, creating a little world to share. Each performance by renowned mask and puppet company Strangeface lasts for …
Come and follow the footsteps of countless pilgrims down into the ancient crypt of Saint Wilfrid. Lit only by the guttering flame of candlelight, meet the Wanderer. An exile who has journeyed north from the stormy south coast of Manhood End. Hear his service and be warmed by his words as you take your own …
Performed in miniature on beautiful sets within a vintage suitcase, the tale of the adventurous Hare and her patient friend Moon is told through five delightful minutes of puppetry, spoken word and music. Children and adults alike will be charmed by this enchanting story of night skies, light and the joy of friendship. 10-10.30am The …
Steve Bonham shares stories (and maybe a song or two) that celebrate the adventurer, explorer and vagabond within us all. Catch Steve again at Claro Lounge at 11am on Sunday 11th June. Free event - just turn up
Scratch the surface of all the tales we have heard since childhood and we find they are dark, nasty and full of dubious intention… A slight twist reveals the terrible, the silly and the downright incredible ’truths’ hidden in plain sight. Gav Cross: Storyteller, Show Off and Chief Idiocy Wrangler vividly brings these old fables …
A gripping half-hour from some of Upstage Academy’s prize-winning drama students. These young people take their theatre seriously and regularly sweep the board at competitions with their intense monologues and dynamic two-handers. Upstage Academy in Ripon offers classes to children aged 6-18years in all disciplines of performance. Age guide 14+ Pay What You Can (PWYC)
Performed in miniature on beautiful sets within a vintage suitcase, the tale of the adventurous Hare and her patient friend Moon is told through five delightful minutes of puppetry, spoken word and music. Children and adults alike will be charmed by this enchanting story of night skies, light and the joy of friendship. 10-10.30am The …
