A tale of resistance, survival and defiance in Victorian Yorkshire Experience an unmissable theatrical journey across Ripon’s historic museums. Ripon Workhouse Theatre Ensemble and Fell Foss Theatre join forces to present a brand-new production staged across all three sites: the Workhouse Museum, the Police and Prison Museum, and the Courthouse. Step into the gripping true …
A tale of resistance, survival and defiance in Victorian Yorkshire Experience an unmissable theatrical journey across Ripon’s historic museums. Ripon Workhouse Theatre Ensemble and Fell Foss Theatre join forces to present a brand-new production staged across all three sites: the Workhouse Museum, the Police and Prison Museum, and the Courthouse. Step into the gripping true …
A tale of resistance, survival and defiance in Victorian Yorkshire Experience an unmissable theatrical journey across Ripon’s historic museums. Ripon Workhouse Theatre Ensemble and Fell Foss Theatre join forces to present a brand-new production staged across all three sites: the Workhouse Museum, the Police and Prison Museum, and the Courthouse. Step into the gripping true …
A tale of resistance, survival and defiance in Victorian Yorkshire Experience an unmissable theatrical journey across Ripon’s historic museums. Ripon Workhouse Theatre Ensemble and Fell Foss Theatre join forces to present a brand-new production staged across all three sites: the Workhouse Museum, the Police and Prison Museum, and the Courthouse. Step into the gripping true …
A moving solo performance by Andrew Harrison, exploring hope and longing, family dynamics, sexual and emotional crisis, and the profound insights of a man who became one of the greatest spiritual writers of the 20th century. Henri Nouwen (1932 – 1996) was a Dutch, Catholic priest, psychologist, and professor who reached the heights of academic …
Ripon Theatre Festival joins forces with Ripon Arts Hub’s monthly Hilarity Bites Comedy Club to present a special show headlined by Larry Dean. Larry’s credits include the Royal Variety Performance in 2024, two appearances on Live at the Apollo (once as host), Mock the Week, House of Games, Roast Battle, World’s Most Dangerous Roads, The Stand Up Sketch Show, The Comedy Roast for SU2C, and Michael …
Start your morning with a sociable coffee, then pop next door for a gentle sensory storytelling session with your baby. Meet other parents and share baby book ideas. Calm, connection, and creativity led by Stories with Liv. Pop in to Valentino’s from 9am onwards, storytelling session starts in Little Ripon Bookshop (just next door) at …
Love.. Loss.. Separation.. and the ties that bind a family. 1937. India is still under British rule, and in a small village in the north a ten year old boy dreams of a better life. A life free from the shackles of the caste system which has imprisoned his family for as long as anyone …
"The White Star Line merged itself out of existence. Those clever little educated boys.” A one-man theatre show based on the life of Titanic survivor, Edward Dorking. Edward was gay. Openly gay, and on Wednesday, April 10th, 1912, he set sail for NYC on a ticket bought for him by his parents in the hope …
‘Ripon…has not only an agreeable situation on a rising ground between two rivers, but the marketplace is the finest and most beautiful square that is to be seen of its kind in England’ Daniel Defoe 1724-6 Wetlands and rivers, canals and monasteries, monuments and follies; the city of Ripon is an inspirational landscape that has …
Explore our hauntingly beautiful city after dark and delve into its eerie past. Wander the ancient streets and places of Ripon with our expert and knowledgeable guides. Expect tales and history of characters long gone but thought to have left something behind. Discover frightening events in the most unlikely places. All timed to enable you …
Winston Churchill is arguably one of the most famous Englishmen that has ever lived. His inspirational leadership helped win the Second World War, and his parliamentary career of 62 years ensured he was responsible for many momentous decisions. What of Clementine, his wife for 56 years? They say that behind every great man, there is …
Whether you are thinking of dipping your toe into live storytelling, are a parent, teacher or carer who loves telling or reading stories to younger listeners, use public speaking in your work, or are just curious about how the ancient art of spoken storytelling can be relevant in the 21st century - this workshop might …
An inspiring and entertaining West African tale mixing puppetry and traditional music. One day darkness covers the face of the land. Lion appeals for someone to bring back the light and save the world. Who will succeed? The powerful Eagle? The clever Monkey? Or Anansi the Spider and his mates? Presented by Swallows Wing Puppetry. …
An inspiring and entertaining West African tale mixing puppetry and traditional music. One day darkness covers the face of the land. Lion appeals for someone to bring back the light and save the world. Who will succeed? The powerful Eagle? The clever Monkey? Or Anansi the Spider and his mates? Presented by Swallows Wing Puppetry. …
A relaxed and friendly one-hour beginners' session led by Vanessa Matthews from Flamenco de Leeds. Since 2015 Flamenco de Leeds has been providing regular workshops, events and performers across Leeds and further afield. The ethos of Flamenco de Leeds is very much focused on enthusiasm and ensuring everybody feels welcome to participate in any way …
Walkabout acts, crazy characters, circus and clowning bring the streets and open spaces of Ripon to life throughout the day. Spend the day in Ripon soaking up the atmosphere - the best in street theatre, circus, dance, magic and fun. Professional acts come together with community performers. Performances will be staged at Ripon Market Place, …
All is well at Sylvie’s Scrumptious Sweet Shop, PC Lee can’t resist the fruit cake, Stanley the Horse loves peppermint creams, and the Talkative Twins only cause a crumb of chaos. That is until a stranger arrives, and their irresistible ice cream threatens to spoil everything. A magical show about friendship and ice cream, with …
Once again our Family Day takes place across Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market on the Market Place. Open-air theatre, walkabout acts, circus skills workshops and Punch and Judy plus music, stories and dance from community groups. Bring a picnic to the park and stay all day! Join us for a …
Once again our Family Day takes place across Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market on the Market Place. A fantastic range of professional acts and community performances whilst you browse the stalls or pull up a deck chair and take the weight off for a while. All events are FREE. Head …
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Work as a team to build and operate a giant puppet. A practical workshop creating the puppet from scratch then learning to move it realistically. Once built it will take 12 people to make it work. We will then work on a short performance to take to the Market Place and perform with it to …
