The Beloved Son

Ripon Cathedral Minster Road,, Ripon, United Kingdom

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. Henri Nouwen (1932 – 1996) was a Dutch, Catholic priest, psychologist, and professor who reached the heights of academic …

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£14

Mangoes on the Beach

St Mary Magdalen's (Leper Chapel) Magdalen's Road, Ripon, United Kingdom

Love.. Loss.. Separation.. and the ties that bind a family. 1937. 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 …

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£14

Third Class – A Titanic Story

Ripon Arts Hub 49 Allhallowgate, Ripon, United Kingdom

"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. Edward 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 …

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£14

Mrs Churchill – My Life with Winston

Ripon Arts Hub 49 Allhallowgate, Ripon, United Kingdom

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? They say that behind every great man, there is …

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£14

Pirate Princess

Holy Trinity Church Kirkby Road, Ripon, United Kingdom

** Timings for this event have changed - see below** Pirate 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, …

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£8

Spy Movie: The Play!

Ripon Arts Hub 49 Allhallowgate, Ripon, United Kingdom

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 …

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£14

Saturday Street Entertainment

Ripon City Centre

Walkabout acts, crazy characters, circus and clowning bring the streets and open spaces of Ripon to life throughout the day. Spend the day in Ripon soaking up the atmosphere - the best in street theatre, circus, dance, magic and fun. Professional acts come together with community performers. Performances will be staged at Ripon Market Place, …

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The Wind in the Willows

Ripon Races

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 …

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£11 – £17

Almost Austen

Ripon Arts Hub 49 Allhallowgate, Ripon, United Kingdom

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. Through 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. Following a sold-out run at …

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£14

Sunday Street Entertainment at Little Bird Artisan Market

Ripon Marketplace Market Place, Ripon, United Kingdom

Once again our Family Day takes place across Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market on the Market Place. A fantastic range of professional acts and community performances whilst you browse the stalls or pull up a deck chair and take the weight off for a while. All events are FREE. Head …

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Sunday Family Day

Ripon Spa Gardens Park Street, Ripon, United Kingdom

Once again our Family Day takes place across Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market on the Market Place. Open-air theatre, walkabout acts, circus skills workshops and Punch and Judy plus music, stories and dance from community groups. Bring a picnic to the park and stay all day! Join us for a …

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The Puppet Petting Farm

Ripon Spa Gardens Park Street, Ripon, United Kingdom

Come join us down on the farm for this brand-new puppet show from HandMade Theatre. Featuring a wonderful collection of loveable animals from the cheeky goat to the giant highland cow. Playfully interact with these wonderful puppets and enjoy original music and songs. The puppets are handcrafted from recycled materials and come to life in …

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