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SUMMARY:The Beloved Son
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHenri Nouwen (1932 – 1996) was a Dutch\, Catholic priest\, psychologist\, and professor who reached the heights of academic success before abandoning everything to join the community of L’Arche\, in Toronto. He became part of a life-sharing movement\, seeking to make known the gifts of people with intellectual disabilities\, exploring their unique talents and creating a welcoming home of friendship and belonging. To some Henri Nouwen put his brilliant career into reverse\, risking the loss of reputation\, to others his life was a prophetic challenge to church and society. \nAge guide 14+\nPerformed by Andrew Harrison\nWritten by Murray Watts\nPresented in partnership with Ripon Cathedral \nTuesday 1st July \nTickets £14 \n \nIn preparation for the Festival performance of The Beloved Son\, Ripon Cathedral will be hosting two evening discussion groups to explore the life\, core themes and writings of Henri Nouwen. The discussions will be led by Rev Dr Rod and Mrs Jan Allon-Smith. Both discussions groups will take place at Thorpe Prebend House. All welcome. \nDiscovering Nouwen 1: The Return of the Prodigal Son \nTuesday 13 May\, 7.30-9pm \nDiscovering Nouwen 2: Life of the Beloved \nThursday 12 June\, 7.30-9pm \nTo register your interest & book places for the discussions\, please contact the Cathedral Office on CathedralAdmin@riponcathedral.org.uk  or phone 01765 603462 \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-beloved-son/
LOCATION:Ripon Cathedral\, Minster Road\,\, Ripon\, HG4 1QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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SUMMARY:Mangoes on the Beach
DESCRIPTION:Love.. Loss.. Separation.. and the ties that bind a family. \n1937. 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 can remember.\nRTF Storyteller in Residence\, Peter Chand\, takes the story of his parents’ journey from the Punjab to England in the 1950s and weaves it with traditional Indian folk talks. A moving\, witty and thoughtful tribute to a generation\, delivered by one of Europe’s most accomplished storytellers. \n“He’s a bridge between two cultures and two generations… I was spellbound” Kim Normanton\, Loftus ​Productions for BBC Radio 4\nAge guide 14+ \nTickets £12 include Flavours of India bun and tea from Realitea\, Ripon’s own Indian tearoom. \nSupported by Ripon Rotary Club \nWednesday 2nd July\, 3pm \nTickets: £14
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/mangoes-on-the-beach/
LOCATION:St Mary Magdalen’s (Leper Chapel)\, Magdalen's Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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SUMMARY:Third Class - A Titanic Story
DESCRIPTION:“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. \nEdward 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 his American family could put him ‘right’. \nTHIRD CLASS charts Edward’s journey from boarding the Titanic to swimming for 30 minutes towards an already full collapsible lifeboat and how he\, upon arriving in New York\, would tour the Vaudeville circuit\, recreating the stories for a fact-hungry public. \nBut Edward didn’t want fame; he wanted revenge. When everyone was talking about the deaths of millionaires and society figures\, few were discussing the people who took the lion’s share of the losses that night: the third class. \nEdward was coming for the upper classes. \nUsing music\, movement\, projection\, and historical facts\, THIRD CLASS tells the story of an unknown hero from a well-known story.\nWritten and performed by Russell Lucas\nAge guide 12+ \nTickets £14
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/third-class-a-titanic-story/
LOCATION:Ripon Arts Hub\, 49 Allhallowgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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SUMMARY:Walking and Writing City and Country
DESCRIPTION:‘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 \nWetlands and rivers\, canals and monasteries\, monuments and follies; the city of Ripon is an inspirational landscape that has attracted creatives such as Daniel Defoe\, poet Wilfred Owen and produced writers such as the suffragette\, Naomi Jacobs. \nJoin acclaimed writer Mary-Jane Holmes on this four-hour walk-and-create writing workshop in and around Ripon. As we stroll its snickets and paths\, we will reflect on how our experience of environments shapes us and how by harnessing our powers of deep observation in relation to our surroundings\, we can develop a more active way of seeing the world we inhabit. \nThis workshop will combine ‘attentive’ walking\, a performance of poetic works and fun writing exercises. It is open to everyone whether you are a seasoned writer of any genre be that playwriting or poetry\, fiction or memoir or simply curious about the creative writing process. \nMary-Jane Holmes has garnered many awards including winning the Bridport Poetry prize\, the Writer’s Digest poetry competition\, the Live Canon Pamphlet Prize\, Bath Novella-in-Flash Prize\, Mslexia Flash prize.\nThis walk will be repeated on Saturday 4 October as part of Ripon Poetry Festival\nWalk begins at the obelisk in Ripon Market Place.\nNotepads and pencils are provided but do bring a pack lunch and dress appropriately for the weather!\nDogs are NOT allowed at this activity.\nAge guide 14+ \nTickets: £20
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/walking-and-writing-city-and-country/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama,spoken word,workshop
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SUMMARY:Mrs Churchill - My Life with Winston
DESCRIPTION: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? \nThey say that behind every great man\, there is a great woman. Was this true in Churchill’s case?  Did he bully her like he did so many other people? Was he as grumpy and irascible at home as he often was in the House of Commons? Given his strength and conviction\, did Clem have any influence on him at all?  Or was she ‘the little lady at home’? Winston himself said\, “my most brilliant achievement was my ability to be able to persuade my wife to marry me.” \nLiz Grand\, whose portrayal of Agatha Christie wowed RTF audiences in 2023\, returns with her latest superb\, sensitive and informative portrayal. \n“Her finest hour.” Showtime \nEvent sponsored by Specsavers\, Ripon \nTickets £14
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/mrs-churchill-my-life-with-winston/
LOCATION:Ripon Arts Hub\, 49 Allhallowgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1LQ\, 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/
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: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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SUMMARY:Short and Sweet Yorkshire Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an electrifying showcase of Yorkshire’s finest up-and-coming talent as the Short and Sweet Yorkshire Festival Finalists take to the stage at Ripon Festival 2025! This special event celebrates the very best in local new writing\, with a diverse line up spanning theatre\, spoken word\, and music. \nShort and Sweet Yorkshire is an annual festival of 10 minute new writing with  previous finalists showcased here for you. Expect a thrilling mix of 10 minute genres and styles\, from thought-provoking drama to laugh-out-loud comedy\, and from heartfelt storytelling to bold\, boundary-pushing performances. \nFeaturing homegrown talent from across Yorkshire\, this is a chance to see fresh\, original work from the region’s most exciting emerging artists. \nDon’t miss the new wave of creative voices bringing their passion and talent to Ripon Festival\,  10 minutes at a time! \nAge guide 16+ \nTicket Price: £7
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/short-and-sweet-yorkshire-showcase/
LOCATION:Ripon Arts Hub\, 49 Allhallowgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama,music,spoken word
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SUMMARY:The Wind in the Willows
DESCRIPTION:Mole yearns to explore the wide world. Gruff old Badger enjoys peace and quiet. And Rat likes picnics and just messing about in boats. Their idyllic lives on the Riverbank are turned upside down when Toad\, bewitched by the roar of an engine and the screech of burning tyres\, pursues his latest in a long line of extravagant obsessions: a fast\, red motor-car. Multiple award-winning Illyria celebrates Kenneth Grahame’s timeless tale of friendship\, laughter\, the longing for home and the lure of adventure. Enjoy it all summer across the UK where the story is set: in the great British outdoors. \nBy Kenneth Grahame. Adapted by Oliver Grey. Presented by Illyria. \nRunning time: 100-minutes (approximately)\, including a 20-minute interval.\nSuitable for: Ages 5+ (younger children also welcome)Sponsored by Elstob Auctioneers \nPlease bring your own rug or folding chairs (but no umbrellas!)\, picnics welcome.\nDogs are NOT allowed at the performance.\nPerformance continues regardless of weather. \nSaturday 5 July\, 5.30pm \nTickets £11.00 – £17.00
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-wind-in-the-willows/
LOCATION:Ripon Races
CATEGORIES:drama,family
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SUMMARY:Almost Austen
DESCRIPTION:Catherine is a modern girl in love with Jane Austen’s world. She can’t believe her luck when she meets her very own Mr Tilney.\nThrough passages from Northanger Abbey\, songs from musicals and operatic classics\, singer Louise Geller relates Catherine’s romantic ups and downs as real life and fantasy collide.\nFollowing a sold-out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024\, celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday festival-style. ‘A must for any Janeite’\nAge guide 12+ \nSaturday 5 July\, 8pm. \nTickets £14
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/almost-austen/
LOCATION:Ripon Arts Hub\, 49 Allhallowgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,drama,music
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SUMMARY:A Midsummer Night's Dream
DESCRIPTION:It’s Midsummer’s eve and deep in an enchanted forest mischief is stirring. The Fairy King and Queen are feuding\, four runaway lovers are tying themselves in knots\, and a troupe of quite appalling actors are preparing a theatrical extravaganza destined to impress. With shapeshifting trouble-maker Puck at the helm\, the course of true love never did run smooth.\nOne of the UK’s leading open-air touring companies\, Three Inch Fools\, bring their fresh and lively style of music\, history\, and hilarity to Shakespeare’s most iconic comedy.\nStaged in the gardens of Ripon’s most exclusive venue\, The Old Deanery – this finale event is a guaranteed highlight of the 2025 festival. \nSuitable for ages 7+ \nGates open 6.15pm \nPlease bring your own rug or folding chairs (but no umbrellas!).\nPicnics welcome but please respect our hosts by purchasing all drinks at the bar.\nDogs are NOT allowed at the performance.\nPerformance continues regardless of weather. \nRunning time approx 120 mins including 20 minute interval \nSunday 6 July\, 7pm \nTickets: £20
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/a-midsummer-nights-dream/
LOCATION:The Old Deanery\, Minster Road\,\, Ripon\, HG4 1QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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