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SUMMARY:Out of the Blue
DESCRIPTION:Out of the Blue \nFra Martó \nAll the way from Turin! Wash away your troubles and immerse yourself in laundry\, laughter and bubbles with Italy’s leading female clown. Never has trying to keep the house clean been so much fun. \nAbout the performer: \nAfter studying Art History at the University of Bologna\, Francesca joined the Circus World\, first at Carampa Circus School in Madrid and then graduated in Circus Arts at theNational Centre for Circus Arts\, London in 2007 and has been working as a performer since then. \nShe specialized in clowning and juggling with many maestros: Fraser Hooper\, Mick Barnfather\, Philippe Gaulier\, Angela de Castro\,…just to name a few. \nFREE EVENT \n11.00am 11.45am Market Place \n12.30pm -1.10pm Kirkgate (walkabout version) \n2.15pm – 3.00pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/out-of-the-blue-3/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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SUMMARY:Skellsiders
DESCRIPTION:Skellsiders \nTraditional folk tunes\, mostly English\, Welsh\, Scottish and French played on fiddle\, mandolin\, European bagpipes\, whistle\, guitar and recorder. \nWhat they say: “We are mostly retired and have a keen interest in all forms of folk music. Some of us also play in orchestras\, ceilidh bands or for local dance groups. We currently meet twice monthly and welcome anyone who can already play any instrument.” \nFREE EVENT \n2.30-3.00pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/skellsiders/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Around the World with Phileas Fogg: Day 79
DESCRIPTION:Join Phileas Fogg and his valet Passepartout as they attempt to circumnavigate the world in just 80 days. The year is 1872 and it’s day 79 of the journey. Our intrepid adventurers are just hours away from crossing the finish line\, if they can just coerce their hot air balloons to go in the right direction they stand to win a grand prize. \nFrom the makers of Baba Yaga’s House\, The Giant Balloon Show (a hit at RTF 2024)\, The Tiny Travelling Tightwire Show and Falconry Dismay comes a hilarious roam-about fusing modern technology and the classic adventure novel by Jules Verne. \nPresented by Dizzy O’Dare \nAbout the performers: \nFrom the weird to the wonderful\, the silly to the sublime. The company has produced over 20 shows and walkabouts\, toured extensively and delighting audiences across the globe. \nDizzy O’Dare was formed by Alana Jones and Michael Imerson. After meeting while filming one of Michael’s short films they started working together\, Alana as the only female pofessional tightwire dancer in the UK at the time and Michael as her guitarist.  This relationship soon led to the creation of ‘From the Inky Deep’ an ambitious circus show in 2009 for the Medway Fuse Festival and the company was born. \nAlana Jones gained a degree in Dance Theatre at Laban\, and then went on to gain a second degree in Circus Theatre at The Circus Space\, specialising in tightwire. \nFREE EVENT \n10-15am 10.45am Kirkgate \n12.00pm -12.30pm Market Place \n2.30pm – 3.00pm Kirkgate
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/around-the-world-with-phileas-fogg-day-79-3/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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SUMMARY:Morris Dance from 400 Roses & Slubbing Billy's
DESCRIPTION:Formed in 2005\, the 400 Roses are a unique dance troupe\, that combine Tribal Belly Dance with UK-style Folk and Morris Dance. \nThe Black\, Red and White themed costumes use an abundance of red and white silk roses to represent our Yorkshire and Lancashire origins. \nThe group is based in and practice in Shipley\, West Yorkshire. \nSlubbing Billy’s is a mixed Morris side dancing in the North West style. They dance in clogs and bowler hats decorated with fresh flowers. A large bass drum keeps them in time and their musicians play traditional folk dance tunes. In purple kit \, sticks and bells they put on a colourful energetic display. \nThe Slubbing Billy’s will also be dancing on Sunday in Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market \nFREE EVENT \n9.45-10.15am Market Place \n12.30-1.00pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt \n2.30-3pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt \n4.00-4.30pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/morris-dance-from-400-roses-slubbing-billys-3/
LOCATION:Ripon Cathedral\, Minster Road\,\, Ripon\, HG4 1QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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SUMMARY:HG33 Band
DESCRIPTION:HG33 is a local band performing classic pop hits from the 1960s to the 2010s. Featuring lead and backing vocals with bass\, drums\, guitar and keyboards\, the band delivers lively performances across local venues in Knaresborough and Burton Leonard. Supporting charities including Dementia Forward\, HG33 specialises in crowd-pleasing favourites that get audiences singing\, dancing and clapping along. \nFREE EVENT \n2.30-3.00pm Kirkgate (Duck Hill end)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/hg33-band/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:The Mischievous Monkey
DESCRIPTION:Join storyteller Olivia Corbin-Phillip (Stories with Liv) in this interactive outdoor storytelling event\, perfect for children aged 3-7. \nCrocodile is not well and needs some monkey liver soup to get better. He concocts a cunning plan.. .but sometimes even tricksters get tricked! \nFREE EVENT \n2.30-3.15pm Minster Gardens \nLiv will also be sharing stories for children in The Unicorn (Wetherspoons) from 10.45-11.30am and at The Little Ripon Bookshop from 12.45-1.30pm. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-mischievous-monkey/
LOCATION:Minster Gardens\, Minster Road\,\, Ripon\, HG4 1QS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family,spoken word
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SUMMARY:The Music Bank Rock Band
DESCRIPTION:The Music Bank Rock Band \nA 5-piece band made up of  teenage students from The Music Bank in Knaresborough. Drums\, vocals\, 2 guitars\, keyboards. \nThe Music Bank is an independent business with a team consisting of over 100 years of combined experience in the music industry. They know all there is to know about guitars! They also offer music tuition to the local community and support a range of groups including the rock band\, guitar group and both musical theatre and rock choirs. \nFREE EVENT \n3.00-3.30pm Kirkgate (Duck Hill end)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-music-bank-rock-band/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:The Lost Bus
DESCRIPTION:An Audio Adventure from Ragged Edge Productions \nAn interactive audio show for kids\, their grown ups and grown ups who still think they’re kids. \nHop on board\, pop on some headphones and enjoy the adventure! \nGary the driver is always getting lost – where on Earth will we end up next? Don’t worry – Mike the Conductor is there to help. \nA fun adventure in sound for everyone to join in with. \nPlease note:  children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThe bus is stationary throughout – even if the story takes us elsewhere! \nAbout the company: \nRagged Edge Productions is a Cumbrian-based theatre company dedicated to creating entertaining and engaging theatrical shows that reflect and celebrate life in its region and across the North. The company tours its productions to community venues throughout the country\, reaching audiences in rural areas\, towns\, and cities. \nAbout the bus: \nVintage coach and mobile bar hire from The Last Stop in Bedale. \nThe lovely vintage bus is a 1947 Leyland Tiger PS1 Half Cab with a Plaxton body. It was the first chassis of the production line after the second world war. It has 33 seats. \nFREE EVENT \n11.00am 11.30am Kirkgate \n12.00pm -12.30pm Kirkgate \n2.00pm – 2.30pm Kirkgate \n3.00pm – 3.30pm Kirkgate
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-lost-bus-4/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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SUMMARY:Do What Ya Mamma Told Ya!
DESCRIPTION:Comedy circus and cooking from mother and daughter duo. A joyous journey of plate spinning\, food juggling and fire blazing! Will clumsy assistant\, Tiny T finally get to taste the food? A feast of food fusion across geography and generations. \nPresented by Just More Productions \nAbout Just More Productions: \nJust More Productions is a physical theatre & circus company\, using food history and circus to educate and entertain\, vibrant and friendly performances\, bringing culture and communities together. \nThis is a genuine mother/daughter collaboration. The company have a close relationship having toured together in Nofitstate Circus from the early years – in 2005. Blaze was just 15 when her mum the cook ran away with the circus. Having both toured it was then time to bring the family kitchen and its recipes to life! \nFREE EVENT \n12.15pm -12.45pm Market Place \n3.00pm – 3.30pm Market Place \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/do-what-ya-mumma-told-ya-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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SUMMARY:Ripon Dance Academy
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRDA will also be performing on Sunday in Ripon Spa Gardens from 10-10.30am. \nFREE EVENT \n3.00-3.30pm Ripon Cathedral Forecourt
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-dance-2026-sat/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T155500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T121757Z
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SUMMARY:Tony and Ray Find Their Feet
DESCRIPTION:Friendship\, rivalry\, work tools\, tomfoolery and dance as a pair of workers become distracted from their tasks. Slapstick\, eccentric dance\, clowning and squeak wrangling inspired by the golden era of silent movies and comedy double acts. Unexpected\, uplifting and undeniably funny. \nPresented by Rudkin and Hicks \nAbout the performers: \nRudkin & Hicks is a physical comedy and street theatre duo consisting of Matt Rudkin and Jon Hicks. Drawing inspiration from traditional Vaudeville and Variety acts\, they are known for their wordless performances that blend eccentric dance\, props\, and comedic storytelling. \nBased in Brighton\, Rudkin is a versatile theatre maker with a background in art and design. His career includes drumming\, puppetry\, and clown training with Philippe Gaulier. \nA seasoned performer and “dynamic speed painter\,” Hicks has appeared on television programmes like The Graham Norton Show. He is known for combining magic\, juggling\, and bizarre contraptions in his solo and collaborative work. \nFREE EVENT \n12.45pm -1.25pm Market Place \n3.15pm – 3.55pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/tony-and-ray-find-their-feet-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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SUMMARY:Ye Birdz
DESCRIPTION:A magical walkabout act featuring stunning stilt costumes\, live percussion and a soundtrack by BORG. Two beautiful birds have travelled far from a time long\, long ago. \nIn search of song and dance and drums and a meadow where yellow flowers grow. \nOn their way a drummer they found who vowed to tag along and entertain the people they meet with drums and dance and song! \nPresented by Chicks on Sticks \nAbout the performers: \nChicks on Sticks provides stilt walkers\, living statues\, fire acts\, walkabout performers\, and children’s workshops. Its stilt walkers bring excitement and high visibility to festivals\, wearing exuberant and colourful costumes that stand out above the crowd. \nRachel Hyde\, Creative Director\, previously left a career in graphic design to pursue life in the circus\, where she tours extensively performing trapeze and aerial acts worldwide\, as well as creating costumes and devising performances. \nFREE EVENT \n10-10.40am Ripon City Centre \n11.45am-12.25pm Kirkgate \n3.15-3.55pm Kirkgate
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ye-birdz-3/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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SUMMARY:Calle Oche
DESCRIPTION:Calle Oche is a group of U3A musicians who enjoy playing music that has a Latin beat. \nWhat 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 violin\, clarinet and saxophone\, plus percussion and mandolin.Our repertoire includes Fly Me to the Moon and Sway – well known songs with a Latin feel. We also play other Latin American music that is perhaps less well known but just as catchy such as Havana and Lambarda. The most well known is probably La Bamba.” \nFREE EVENT \n3.30-4.00pm Kirkgate (Duck Hill end)
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/calle-oche-2026/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Hodman and Sally
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresented by The Flying Buttresses \nAbout the performers: \nDanielle Richards and Rupert Parry met when studying theatre and formed The Flying Buttresses in 2001. They found they shared a love of making people laugh and making rubber monsters. Their highly detailed and expertly crafted creations are brought to life by their skills in improvised comedy\, puppetry performance and characterisation. \nFREE EVENT \n12.45pm -1.15pm Ripon City Centre \n2.00pm – 2.15pm Kirkgate \n3.30pm – 4.00pm Ripon City Center
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/hodman-and-sally-3/
LOCATION:Ripon City Centre (Various locations)\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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SUMMARY:All for One Choir
DESCRIPTION:All for One Choir \nRipon 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. \nFREE EVENT \n3.30-4.00pm Ripon Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/all-for-one-choir/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:St Aelred's Irish Dance
DESCRIPTION: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 group is eye catching in vibrant traditional dresses. We can’t wait to perform at RTF for the first time!” \nFREE EVENT \n11.45am-12.15pm Ripon Minster Gardens \n1.00-1.20pm Ripon Minster Gardens \n3.30-4.00pm Ripon Cathedral Forecourt \nUna will be leading a free “Irish Dance for First-Timers” workshop for everyone aged 8+ in our Saturday Participation Zone – 2-3pm – come along and give it a try! \nAnd the dancers will also be back on Sunday for more performances: \n11.15-11.45am Little Bird Market\, Ripon Market Place \n12.30-1.00pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n2.15-2.45pm Little Bird Market\, Ripon Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/st-aelreds-irish-dance-3/
LOCATION:Cathedral Forecourt\, Minster Road\, Ripon\, HG4 1QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance
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SUMMARY:Janice Hopkinson
DESCRIPTION:Janice Hopkinson \nJanice brings traditional folk and Morris tunes to life on the melodeon\, entertaining audiences with lively\, foot-tapping performances. \nFREE EVENT \n1.00-1.30pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) \n3.30-4.00pm Kirkgate (Cathedral end) \nJanice will also be busking in the Arcade from 10.45-11.15am
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/janice-hopkinson-2/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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SUMMARY:Short + Sweet Pop-Ups
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFeaturing homegrown talent from across Yorkshire\, this is a chance to see fresh\, original work from the region’s most exciting emerging artists. Don’t miss the new wave of creative voices bringing their passion and talent to Ripon Festival\,  10 minutes at a time! \nAge guide 14+ \nA FREE  event – donations encouraged at the door.
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/short-sweet-pop-ups/
LOCATION:Little Ripon Bookshop\, 12-13 Westgate\, Ripon\, HG4 2AT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:spoken word
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T163000
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SUMMARY:Morris Dance from 400 Roses & Slubbing Billy's
DESCRIPTION:Formed in 2005\, the 400 Roses are a unique dance troupe\, that combine Tribal Belly Dance with UK-style Folk and Morris Dance. \nThe Black\, Red and White themed costumes use an abundance of red and white silk roses to represent our Yorkshire and Lancashire origins. \nThe group is based in and practice in Shipley\, West Yorkshire. \nSlubbing Billy’s is a mixed Morris side dancing in the North West style. They dance in clogs and bowler hats decorated with fresh flowers. A large bass drum keeps them in time and their musicians play traditional folk dance tunes. In purple kit \, sticks and bells they put on a colourful energetic display. \nThe Slubbing Billy’s will also be dancing on Sunday in Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market \nFREE EVENT \n9.45-10.15am Market Place \n12.30-1.00pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt \n2.30-3pm Ripon Cathedral forecourt \n4.00-4.30pm Market Place
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/morris-dance-from-400-roses-slubbing-billys-4/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260328T070015Z
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SUMMARY:Kirkgate Street Party
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresented in partnership with Ripon Music Open Mic Night. \nFREE EVENT – just turn up!
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/kirkgate-street-party-2026/
LOCATION:Kirkgate\, Kirkgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1PB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260711T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T194500
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260328T070003Z
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SUMMARY:The Three Musketeers
DESCRIPTION: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. \nYoung D’Artagnan is desperate to join Athos\, Porthos and Aramis as an elite Musketeer of the King’s Guard. To prove himself he plunges headlong into a thrilling adventure to retrieve the Queen’s jewels\, race the clock to restore Her Majesty’s honour\, survive the machinations of scheming Cardinal Richelieu\, and cross swords with the deadly Milady de Winter. Set against a sweeping panorama of 17th century France at war\, it’s a whirlwind of excitement\, comedy and ingenious storytelling. Romance! Intrigue! Murder! Betrayal! Revenge…! It’s got the lot! \nWith a reputation for staging some of the finest swordplay in the business Illyria’s The Three Musketeers promises to be more dazzling than ever! \nThe Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas\, adapted by Oliver Gray \nAge Guide 8+ (younger children also welcome) \nPlay contains scenes of peril\, politics and passion! Younger children welcome\, if they’re brave enough… \nPlease bring fold up garden chairs\, camping chairs or blankets. People on blankets will be advised to sit in the first 5 metres in front of the stage. \nYou are welcome to bring a picnic to the event. Refreshments will also be available from The Cafe in the Park and from Lottie’s Van. \nDogs are NOT allowed at the performance. \nPerformance continues regardless of weather\, please come dressed for the weather\, but no umbrellas please. \nPerformance begins at 5.30pm\, gates open at 4.45pm. \nSponsored by Elstob Auctioneers \nTickets £11-18
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-three-musketeers/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260711T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260711T211000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260328T070038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T115736Z
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SUMMARY:Down to Chance
DESCRIPTION:One woman\, a radio\, and the largest earthquake in US History. \nAnchorage\, 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 chaos. \nBased on the incredible true story of the Great Alaskan Earthquake\, Down to Chance is a heart-warming portrait of a community in crisis with the whole world listening in. \n \nStraight from selling out the Edinburgh Fringe\, this 5-star\, ‘deftly staged thriller’ (The Stage) lands in Ripon this Summer. \nMaybe You Like It’s madcap new show promises frenetic action\, frantic multi-roling\, and immersive live sound in this ‘love letter to the golden age of radio’ (The Scotsman). \nDown to Chance was developed with support from Theatre Royal Plymouth and The Pleasance for The Edinburgh National Partnerships Programme. \n“Simply the best show I’ve seen this year.” UK Theatre Web \n“Deftly staged thriller” (The Stage)  \nAge Guide 12+ \nTickets £15 \n*Evening multi-buy deal available*
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/down-to-chance/
LOCATION:Ripon Arts Hub\, 49 Allhallowgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1LQ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T103000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260517T140023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T121611Z
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SUMMARY:Ripon Dance Academy
DESCRIPTION: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. \nRDA will also be performing on Saturday on the Cathedral Forecourt from 3.00-3.30pm. \nFREE EVENT \n10.00-10.30am Ripon Spa Gardens \n1.45-2.00pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/ripon-dance-academy-sun/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T103500
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260517T140017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T121601Z
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SUMMARY:Frankie Magilligan
DESCRIPTION:The man\, the myth…the leg end! \nHailing from the North Coast of Ireland\, Frankie has packed his lunch box\, filled his flask and given his teeth and extra special polish! \nA show filled with comedy\, juggling\, music and the tallest unicycle in Ireland! \nFarmers weekly – “Frankie has recently acquired the national trust endorsement as an area of outstanding natural beauty”. \nFestival of Fools – “Like a piece of art he should be hung in a gallery for all to see”. \nPresented by Tall Paul \nFREE EVENT\n10.00am – 10.35am Little Bird Market \n11.45am – 12.20pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/frankie-magilligan-sun/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:comedy,family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T110000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260525T113230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T083642Z
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SUMMARY:Participation Zone with Yorkshire CREATE
DESCRIPTION:Ripon Theatre Festival 2024\nDive into a vibrant day of theatre-inspired creativity for families\, including mask-making\, myths and more. Explore hands-on crafts inside or alongside our dedicated tent space in the Spa Gardens. \nParticipation Zone led by facilitators from Yorkshire CREATE – a Knaresborough-based organisation which provides opportunities for people of all ages. From performing arts to creative writing\, messy play to fine art. \nSign-up for sessions on-site. \nRipon Spa Gardens\n10.00-11.00am\n11.30am-12.30pm\n1.00-2.00pm\n2.30-3.30pm \nFREE drop-in session
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/participation-zone-yorkshire-create/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T160000
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
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SUMMARY:Big Family Weekend: Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Fun for all the family across Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market on the Market Place. \nOpen-air theatre\, walkabout acts\, Punch and Judy and joining-in fun\, plus music\, stories and dance from community groups. Bring a picnic to the park and stay all day or browse the market whilst being entertained. \nJoin us for a full day of fun\, starting at 10am \nAll events are FREE. \nFor the full programme with timings and locations visit Sunday’s schedule. \n\n\n\n \nThe Crow House \nA derelict house appears in the middle of the street. The windows are shattered and a Keep Out sign bars the front door. Three captivating and multiskilled performers use aerial\, acrobatics\, live music and slap-stick comedy to battle the furious crow who has taken up residency. Who will win? Presented by Circo Rumbaba.\n\n\n \nThe Soapsud Sisters \n‘Here come the girls!’ Pair up your socks\, dig out your delicates\, separate your silks\, it’s laundry time! Join our bubbly beauties as they take you for a spin through a washing cycle like no other. \nPresented by Rhubarb Theatre Company\n\n\n \nKismat Walla \nThingumajig Theatre\, who have performed A la Puppet Carte and Kit and Caboodle at previous Ripon Theatre Festivals\, return with their new street theatre puppet show. Kismat Walla captures the bustling atmosphere of South Asian market streets in this two-person play set on and around a magical rairi (cart) telling a puppet plays about fate\, fortune and serendipity.\n\n\n \nPunch and Judy \nTraditional show with beautiful hand-carved wooden puppets. Fast-moving and funny. Old-fashioned entertainment for everyone. \nPresented by Ron Wood from Jolly Good Productions.\n\n\n \nRubbish Shakespeare: Romeo & Juliet \nEnemies. Balconies. Kissing… SAUSAGE ROLLS!!?? Three hapless idiots perform Shakespeare’s famous tragedy using nothing but tatty wigs and a burst airbed they found by the bins. Clowning\, slapstick\, and mischievous storytelling. This isn’t boring Shakespeare – it’s bonkers!\n\n\n \nFrankie Magilligan \nWith his incredible smile and impeccable fashion sense\, Frankie will leave you in stitches with his hilarious antics and incredible juggling skills. And if that wasn’t enough\, he’ll be performing on the tallest unicycle in Ireland. The perfect combination of skill\, humour\, and style – Frankie will have you on the edge of your seat. Presented by Tall Paul.\n\n\n \nParticipation Zone \nDive into a vibrant day of theatre-inspired creativity\, including mask-making\, myths and more. Across four artist-led sessions (10–11am\, 11:30am–12:30pm\, 1–2pm and 2:30–3:30pm) plus two self-guided drop-in activities running 10am–4pm\, families can explore hands-on crafts inside or alongside our dedicated tent space. Presented in partnership with Yorkshire CREATE.\n\n\n \nLittle Bird Artisan Market \nMore than just shopping. It’s a vibrant showcase of quality goods crafted by independent producers and artisans. And on Festival Sunday it’s extra special\, with a performance area scheduled with acts from 10am-3pm. Have a break from browsing the stalls -pull up a deck chair and enjoy the entertainment.\n\n\n\nPlus a line-up of community performers from across the region\, including: \n\nCricket on the Hearth\nOpen the Book\nOrb Community Arts\nMedusa Gothic Morris\nRipon Dance Academy\nRipon Goes to Bollywood\nRipon Trinity Singers\nRipon Walled Garden\nSlubbing Billy’s Morris\nSt Aelred’s Irish Dance\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/big-family-weekend-sunday/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama,family,music,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T111500
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
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SUMMARY:Kismat Walla
DESCRIPTION:Thingumajig Theatre\, who have performed A la Puppet Carte and Kit and Caboodle (pictured below) at previous Ripon Theatre Festivals\, return with their brand new street theatre puppet show. Kismat Walla captures the bustling atmosphere of South Asian market streets in this two-person play set on and around a magical rairi (cart) telling a puppet plays about fate\, fortune and serendipity. \n  \n  \nAbout the performers:\nThingumajig Theatre creates and performs innovative puppet plays and interactive giant puppet street acts. Based in West Yorkshire\, their puppets have played throughout the UK and 17 other countries and have been seen on television and a major Disney film. \nThingumajig’s co-directors Kathy and Andrew Kim met while working as performers on a Horse and Bamboo production in 2002. After several years commuting across the Atlantic to visit each other\, they married and settled in West Yorkshire and started Thingumajig Theatre in 2006. They soon expanded to bring in freelance artists as needed and in 2024\, they were joined by Reyyan Hammad as a core artist. \nFREE EVENT \n10.30 – 11.15am Ripon Spa Gardens \n1.30-2.15pm Little Bird Market
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/kismat-walla/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T104500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T111500
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260517T140023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260517T073846Z
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SUMMARY:Morris Dance from Slubbing Billy's & Medusa Gothic Morris
DESCRIPTION:Medusa Gothic Morris \nThis small Knaresborough based dance team brings elegance and Gothic mystery to the art of Morris dancing\, with black kit and purple hankies\, and tunes in a minor key. \nSlubbing Billy’s \nSlubbing Billy’s is a mixed Morris side dancing in the North West style. They dance in clogs and bowler hats decorated with fresh flowers. A large bass drum keeps them in time and their musicians play traditional folk dance tunes. In purple kit \, sticks and bells they put on a colourful energetic display. \nThe Slubbing Billy’s will also be dancing on Saturday on the Cathedral Forecourt and at the Market Place and on Sunday in the Spa Gardens at 3.30pm. \nFREE EVENT \n10.45-11.15am Little Bird Market \n1.00-1.30pm Little  Bird Market \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/morris-dance-from-slubbing-billys-medusa-gothic-morris/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance,music
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T112000
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SUMMARY:Punch and Judy
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful\, hand-carved wooden puppets come to life in a fast-moving and funny show that has lots of good old-fashioned knock-about fun\, with loads of audience participation. \nEach show lasts 20 minutes \nFor over 30 years\, Professor Ron Wood has been a beloved figure in the world of entertainment\, bringing the enchanting Punch and Judy Show to life for thousands of children and adults alike. With his traditional approach and authentic wooden puppets\, Ron has captivated audiences at events both large and small\, spreading joy and laughter through this time-honoured British puppet theatre. Each performance is a delightful journey filled with playful antics and memorable characters\, ensuring that the spirit of this classic show continues to thrive in the hearts of all who experience it. \nFREE EVENT \nRipon Spa Gardens \n11.00am \n12.15pm \n1.30pm \n2.45pm \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/punch-and-judy-2026/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260712T111500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260712T114500
DTSTAMP:20260614T224731
CREATED:20260517T140017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T121503Z
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SUMMARY:St Aelred's Irish Dance
DESCRIPTION: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 group is eye catching in vibrant traditional dresses. We can’t wait to perform at RTF for the first time!” \nFREE EVENT \n11.15-11.45am Little Bird Market\, Ripon Market Place \n12.30-1.00pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n2.15-2.45pm Little Bird Market\, Ripon Market Place \nUna will be leading a free “Irish Dance for First-Timers” workshop for everyone aged 8+ in our Saturday Participation Zone – 2-3pm – come along and give it a try! \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/st-aelreds-irish-dance-sun-1/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:dance
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