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SUMMARY:Storytelling for Beginners
DESCRIPTION: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 be of use to you. \nRTF Storyteller in Residence\, Peter Chand has travelled the world sharing his stories and techniques with people of all ages and backgrounds. \nIn this practical 2- hour workshop Peter will cover the basics such as voice techniques\, visualising a story\, movement in storytelling and personalising a story to connect with it more deeply.  You will also get a chance to share a short  traditional story with the rest of the group\, in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. \nTicket Price: £10
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/storytelling-for-beginners/
LOCATION:Ripon Library\, The Arcade\, Ripon\, HG4 1AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:workshop
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SUMMARY:Anansi & the Lost Sun
DESCRIPTION:An inspiring and entertaining West African tale mixing puppetry and traditional music. \nOne 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? \nPresented by Swallows Wing Puppetry. \n“Carolene is a captivating storyteller. Our Year 2s were gripped and older students fascinated by the use of materials to tell stories” \nPresented with school groups in mind\, but all welcome. \n​Group tickets for schools’ groups also available. Contact tina@ripontheatrefestival.org if you ​would like to bring a school group. \nThe show with introduction lasts approximately 60 minutes. \nTicket Price: £5
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/anansi-the-lost-sun/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church\, Kirkby Road\, Ripon\, HG4 2EY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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SUMMARY:Anansi & the Lost Sun
DESCRIPTION:An inspiring and entertaining West African tale mixing puppetry and traditional music. \nOne 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? \nPresented by Swallows Wing Puppetry. \n“Carolene is a captivating storyteller. Our Year 2s were gripped and older students fascinated by the use of materials to tell stories” \nPresented with school groups in mind\, but all welcome. \n​Group tickets for schools’ groups also available. Contact tina@ripontheatrefestival.org if you ​would like to bring a school group. \nThe show with introduction lasts approximately 60 minutes. \nTicket Price: £5
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/anansi-the-lost-sun-2/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church\, Kirkby Road\, Ripon\, HG4 2EY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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SUMMARY:Pirate Princess
DESCRIPTION:** Timings for this event have changed – see below** \nPirate Princess is a heart warming story of hope against adversity told with physical theatre\, clowning and circus. This brand new solo show by circus performer and professional idiot Gemma Bond tells the tale of poor shipwrecked Princess Poppy. Can she overcome a big dress\, extreme weather and the ultimate test of strength to see her way to safety? \nInspired by strong and inventive women of history Poppy must transform physically and mentally if she is to have any hope of rescuing herself from eternity on an island in the ocean. The show encourages all to reuse\, repurpose and recycle as Poppy reinvents her outfit and her mindset to overcome her predicament. \nA visual feast of colourful costume and a unique crow’s nest on a pole prop\, this is a fun filled show for children aged 5 to 11 and their families \n** In a change to information published in our Festival Guide\, this show lasts approximately 55 minutes. A tasty Pirate Party tea will now be served before the show from 4.45pm onwards courtesy of Holy Trinity Church. The performance will begin at 5.30pm** \nTicket Price: £8
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/pirate-princess/
LOCATION:Holy Trinity Church\, Kirkby Road\, Ripon\, HG4 2EY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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SUMMARY:Spy Movie: The Play!
DESCRIPTION:Agent Blonde has 24 hours to save the world. The only things standing in her way are dastardly villains\, an outrageous plot\, and… a lack of funding. When Hollywood rejects her script\, a frustrated screenwriter invites you\, an audience of producers\, to a one-night-only presentation of The Greatest Spy Movie (n)Ever Made! From two of the minds behind The New Musketeers (Trinity Theatre) and stars of The Play That Goes Wrong and Peter Pan Goes Wrong\, Spy Movie: The Play! is a new hilarious homage to Bond movies and fringe theatre suitable for the whole family.\n“Rollickingly funny.. our faces were aching with how much we were smiling.”\nPresented by Norwich Theatre and Albert Cabbage\nAge guide 12+ \nRunning time: Approximately two hours including an interval. \nFriday 4 July\, 8pm. \nTickets £14
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/spy-movie-the-play/
LOCATION:Ripon Arts Hub\, 49 Allhallowgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,drama,family
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