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Ripon Theatre Festival is thrilled to welcome a record-breaking number of community performers to this year’s festival weekend, taking place on 5–6 July 2025

RTF 2025 is shaping up to be the most interactive Ripon Theatre Festival yet, with a packed programme designed to get audiences involved and inspired. From dance and drumming to storytelling and circus skills, this year’s festival is inviting every one—of all ages and abilities—to join in the fun.

Peter Chand, one of Europe’s finest storytellers will be with us for three days.

Join us for an inspiring series of performances and workshops designed for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 students. These exciting events offer a blend of live theatre, puppetry, and storytelling, providing an enriching experience for children that explores culture, history, and creativity.

Head to the Workhouse Museum on 22 March to find out about our new immersive theatre experience taking place in June.

Interested in finding out more? Read on…

A long weekend of VE Day Commemorations in Ripon will conclude with a powerful and poignant event at Lister House.
RTF and the Ripon Community Poppy Project are joining forces to present Bomb Happy.

We are delighted to announce that Ripon Theatre Festival has received its first award of funds from Arts Council England. This crucial support will enable us to bring more of the highest quality theatre, street entertainment, and other performances to our city.

Deadline approaching for Community Acts to sign up for 2025. We are looking for choirs, dance troupes, theatre groups, musicians and solo performers to join us for our family days on the 5th and 6th July.

Tough Old Bird comedy theatre kicks off our 2025 season granny-style.

Hear from audiences, performers, businesses and community groups on their reactions to Ripon Theatre Festival.