Calle Oche is a group of U3A musicians who enjoy playing music that has a Latin beat. What they say: "The group is called Calle Oche as this is a place in Brazil and we perform music that is from Latin America or influenced by this style of music. As well as guitars, we have …
Enchanting and heart-warming puppetry walkabout. Hodman and Sally have lived happily by themselves for hundreds of years, blissfully unaware of the changing world around them. Now they have ventured out in search of fame, fortune and friendship, enjoying a second youth touring the world with their possessions strapped to their backs. Presented by The Flying Buttresses About …
All for One Choir Ripon All For One Choir brings an uplifting performance packed with feel-good songs, joyful harmonies, and plenty of personality. A large and friendly community choir that loves sharing music that lifts spirits, brings people together and leaves audiences smiling long after the final note. FREE EVENT 3.30-4.00pm Ripon Market Place
St Aelred's Principal Dance Teacher, Una says: "We are a traditional Irish dance group made up of 25 dancers. We go from young talent, all the way to incredibly skilled older dancers. We love performing for our local community. We regularly perform to thousands each year on St Patrick’s day in Leeds and York. Our …
Janice Hopkinson Janice brings traditional folk and Morris tunes to life on the melodeon, entertaining audiences with lively, foot-tapping performances. FREE EVENT 1.00-1.30pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) 3.30-4.00pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) Janice will also be busking in the Arcade from 10.45-11.15am
Short + Sweet Yorkshire is an annual festival of 10 minute new writing with participants showcased here at Ripon Theatre Festival. Enjoy a handful of the best short pieces from up-and-coming writers. Featuring homegrown talent from across Yorkshire, this is a chance to see fresh, original work from the region’s most exciting emerging artists. Don’t …
Formed in 2005, the 400 Roses are a unique dance troupe, that combine Tribal Belly Dance with UK-style Folk and Morris Dance. The Black, Red and White themed costumes use an abundance of red and white silk roses to represent our Yorkshire and Lancashire origins. The group is based in and practice in Shipley, West …
The fun continues on Kirkgate with local musicians from 4-8pm. Enjoy a meal in one of the restaurants, or have an al fresco drink before taking in another show. Presented in partnership with Ripon Music Open Mic Night. FREE EVENT - just turn up!
All for One - and One for All! Alexandre Dumas wrote five Musketeers novels, the first appearing in 1844. They have enjoyed enormous popularity worldwide and are not just textbook examples of the Historical Romance but also hilarious pastiches of that genre. This one, the first, remains the greatest. Young D’Artagnan is desperate to join …
One woman, a radio, and the largest earthquake in US History. Anchorage, Alaska. 1964. A part-time radio reporter, her teenage intern, a general on leave, and a local hobbyist find themselves at the centre of a remarkable relief effort. Genie Chance, live on air, must take unimaginable risks to save her community and family from …
Ripon Dance Academy offers high quality dance training in Ballet, Modern Jazz, Tap, Contemporary and Acro. Classes are offered from pre school to 18 and pupils have the opportunity to take part in IDTA examinations, full school shows and dance festivals. RDA will also be performing on Saturday on the Cathedral Forecourt from 3.00-3.30pm. FREE …
The man, the myth...the leg end! Hailing from the North Coast of Ireland, Frankie has packed his lunch box, filled his flask and given his teeth and extra special polish! A show filled with comedy, juggling, music and the tallest unicycle in Ireland! Farmers weekly - "Frankie has recently acquired the national trust endorsement as …
