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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: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: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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SUMMARY:Saturday Street Entertainment
DESCRIPTION:Walkabout acts\, crazy characters\, circus and clowning bring the streets and open spaces of Ripon to life throughout the day. \nSpend the day in Ripon soaking up the atmosphere – the best in street theatre\, circus\, dance\, magic and fun. \nProfessional acts come together with community performers. \nPerformances will be staged at Ripon Market Place\, Minster Gardens (in front of the Courthouse Museum)\, on Ripon Cathedral Forecourt and on Kirkgate. \nAll events are FREE. \n\n\n\nCalamity Dames \nThese rootin tootin\, gun slingin’\, whip crackin’ cowgirls will give any cowboy a run for their money! Buckle up\, it’s going to be a bumpy ride! Presented by Kitsch n Sync.\n\n\nBooks! \nA high energy show featuring acrobatics\, fire-juggling\, jokes and\, of course\, books. Four bedraggled book enthusiasts travel from town to town – forced between the margins – on a mission to protect literature. Presented by Tit for Tat Circus.\n\n\nCloudscapes \nTake some time to chill out\, festival-style. Visit the Cloud Museum Trailer and relax on a giant beanbag to enjoy this fabulous part-installation/part-performance. As you lie back and look up\, you’ll listen on headphones to a story all about the clouds\, the sky and Lorna’s journey of a lifetime with her father. Presented by Gobbledegook Theatre.\n\n\nThe Dame Judy & Mr Punchinello Show! \nClassic seaside mayhem with a family friendly modern twist!\nDame Judy (not that Dame Judi) has finally taken over! About time too! The show was getting far too rambunctious for it’s own good. But will Mr Punchinello agree to the new rules? It seems highly unlikely!\nAll the puppet show favourites are here in a topsy-turvy\, parallel universe\, reimagining of the seaside classic. That’s the way to do it….hopefully. Presented by Grandly Strange Puppet Theatre.\n\n\n\nLula Hoopa \nDynamic hula hoop circus act. Rhythmic gymnastics\, dance and fun. You might even get a chance to give it a go yourself.\n\n\nThe Knighty Knights \nTwo brave and fearless knights on a quest to travel the land and bring forth joy and laughter.\n\n\nThe Fantastic Mr Forster \nPrepare to be amazed! The Fantastic Mr Forster brings 45 minutes of wonder\, laughter\, and a touch of magic to audiences of all ages. Mr Forster’s dazzling tricks and fun-filled performances will have everyone talking long after the final “abracadabra”!\n\n\nVictoria Sponge & Flour Power \nA living\, breathing and beautifully-dressed dessert\, accompanied by her proud baker. The sweetest duo in town! \nPresented by Chicks on Sticks.\n\n\nTooti Fruity \nA “pear” of flamboyant\, fruit-obsessed\, banana-battling eccentrics take to the streets. \nPresented by Kerfuffle Street Theatre.\n\n\nThe Story Cart \nA travelling storyteller and his medieval cart. Choose a myth or a monster and see where the story leads. Presented by Stories Alive.\n\n\n\nPlus a line-up of community performers from across the region\, including: \n\nRipon City Morris\nYorkshire Voices\nSlubbing Billy’s\nBelebele\nThe Wakeman Mummers’ Musicians\nRipon Dance Academy\nBetty Lupton’s Ladle Laikers\nLily Worth\nCalle Oche\nGrace Hughes\nThe Daytones\nSkellside Folk\nFlamenco de Leeds
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/saturday-street-entertainment-2025/
LOCATION:Ripon City Centre
CATEGORIES:comedy,dance,family,music
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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:Sunday Street Entertainment at Little Bird Artisan Market
DESCRIPTION:Once again our Family Day takes place across Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market on the Market Place. \nA 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. \nAll events are FREE. \n\n\n\nHead in the Clouds \n2024 favourites Kitsch n Sync (The Tea Cosies & Hedge Heads) return with a serene and beautiful walkabout act. These airheads will leave you feeling on Cloud 9!\n\n\nThe Pied Piper \nTheatre on the move\, based on Robert Browning’s much-loved poem. The mischievous Piper outwits the greedy townsfolk and their plague of pesky rats. Follow the performers around the park with music\, witty wordplay\, and plenty of audience participation. Performed by Notice this Notice Theatre Company\n\n\n \nA Knight Away \nA bumbling entourage of knightly stupidity. Sir Kuss feels he deserves a well-earned mini-break. His ever-loyal\, but overburdened squire is not so sure.\n\n\nPop-up Giant Puppet \nSee the results of the Puppet Workshop held earlier in the day\n\n\n\nPlus a line-up of community performers from across the region\, including: \n\nSlubbing Billy’s\nRipon Goes to Bollywood\nTrinity Singers\nDishforth Military Wives Choir\nMedusa\nRipon Dance Academy\n\n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/sunday-street-entertainment-2025/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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SUMMARY:Sunday Family Day
DESCRIPTION:Once again our Family Day takes place across Ripon Spa Gardens and at the Little Bird Artisan Market on the Market Place. \nOpen-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! \nJoin us for a full day of fun\, starting at 10am \nAll events are FREE. \n  \n\n\n\nHead in the Clouds \n2024 favourites Kitsch n Sync (The Tea Cosies & Hedge Heads) return with a serene and beautiful walkabout act. These airheads will leave you feeling on Cloud 9!\n\n\nThe Pied Piper \nTheatre on the move\, based on Robert Browning’s much-loved poem. The mischievous Piper outwits the greedy townsfolk and their plague of pesky rats. Follow the performers around the park with music\, witty wordplay\, and plenty of audience participation. Performed by Notice this Notice Theatre Company\n\n\n \nBreadcrumbs \nHansel and Gretel are siblings that argue about everything. When they wake up lost and confused in the heart of the enchanted forest one night\, they’ll have to put aside their differences once and for all to solve the mystery of how they got there and make it home! Music\, magic and puppetry from Wrongsemble.\n\n\nPunch and Judy \nTraditional show with beautiful hand carved wooden puppets. Fast-moving and funny. Presented by Jolly Good Productions.\n\n\nCircus Skills Drop-in \nHave a go with juggling balls & clubs\, poi and ribbon twirling\, staff spinning\, Chinese yoyo/diabolo\, balancing props and handstand tuition. Take some time out from seeing shows to have some fun with the experts.\n\n\n \nThe Puppet Petting Farm \nCome down on the farm with HandMade Theatre. Featuring a wonderful collection of loveable animal puppets from the cheeky goat to the giant highland cow. Original music\, songs and plenty of interaction.\n\n\nBee Cart \nJoin Bombus and Borage on a journey of discovery into the weird and wonderful world of bees and all things nature.\n\n\n \nA Knight Away \nA bumbling entourage of knightly stupidity. Sir Kuss feels he deserves a well-earned mini-break. His ever-loyal\, but overburdened squire is not so sure.\n\n\n\nPlus a line-up of community performers from across the region\, including: \n\nRipon Dance Academy\nRipon Trinity Singers\nCricket on the Hearth\nOpen The Book\nRipon Walled Garden Performers\nSlubbing Billy’s\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/sunday-family-day-2025/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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SUMMARY:The Puppet Petting Farm
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe puppets are handcrafted from recycled materials and come to life in this fun filled show suitable for the whole family.\n\nFREE EVENT \n10.30-11am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12.15-12.45pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n2.45-3.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-puppet-petting-farm-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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SUMMARY:The Pied Piper
DESCRIPTION:Notice this Notice are proud to present their brand new adaptation of Pied Piper of Hamelin! Based on Robert Browning’s much loved poem\, the mischievous Piper outwits the greedy townsfolk and their plague of pesky rats. \nExpect a RAT-ical performance with music\, witty wordplay\, and plenty of audience participation as we bring this classic tale to Ripon. Grab your walking shoes and prepare for a laugh-out-loud theatrical treat! \nFREE EVENT \n11-11.30am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12.30-1pm Ripon Market Place \n2.15-2.45 Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-pied-piper-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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SUMMARY:Breadcrumbs
DESCRIPTION:Hansel and Gretel are siblings that just can’t seem to get along. They argue about everything: Who’s the loudest\, who’s the fastest\, who’s the smartest\, who’s Mum’s favourite\, and who gets the most Christmas presents?!\nSo when they wake up lost and confused in the heart of the enchanted forest one day\, it’s no surprise they even disagree about how they came to be there! But with only a trail of breadcrumbs to guide them home\, they’ll have to put aside their differences once and for all to solve the mystery of how they got there and make it home in time for tea!\nThis family show packed full of music\, magic and puppetry from Wrongsemble celebrates how even the simplest story can become the wildest fairytale in the hands of the right storyteller! \nAge guide 3+ \n\nFREE EVENT \n11.30am -12.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n1.30-2.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/breadcrumbs/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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SUMMARY:The Puppet Petting Farm
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe puppets are handcrafted from recycled materials and come to life in this fun filled show suitable for the whole family.\n\nFREE EVENT \n10.30-11am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12.15-12.45pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n2.45-3.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/puppet-petting-farm/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T235221
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SUMMARY:The Pied Piper
DESCRIPTION:Notice this Notice are proud to present their brand new adaptation of Pied Piper of Hamelin! Based on Robert Browning’s much loved poem\, the mischievous Piper outwits the greedy townsfolk and their plague of pesky rats. \nExpect a RAT-ical performance with music\, witty wordplay\, and plenty of audience participation as we bring this classic tale to Ripon. Grab your walking shoes and prepare for a laugh-out-loud theatrical treat! \nFREE EVENT \n11-11.30am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12.30-1pm Ripon Market Place \n2.15-2.45 Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-pied-piper-3/
LOCATION:Ripon Marketplace\, Market Place\, Ripon\, HG41BP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T131500
DTSTAMP:20260429T235221
CREATED:20250421T164200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T134536Z
UID:4677-1751805000-1751807700@www.ripontheatrefestival.org
SUMMARY:Bee Cart
DESCRIPTION:Bee guides Bombus and Borage have left the hive with the Bee Cart – their mobile world of interaction\, bee wisdom and surreal fun. Delve into the world of bees\, learn the pollen packing dance\, the waggle dance\, try out their buzz pollinator\, and maybe even get your nose pollinated! Presented by Pif Paf. \nFREE EVENT \n10.15 Ripon Market Place (Little Bird Artisan Market) \n12.30pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n3.15 Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/bee-cart-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T141500
DTSTAMP:20260429T235221
CREATED:20250421T155826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T155826Z
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SUMMARY:Breadcrumbs
DESCRIPTION:Hansel and Gretel are siblings that just can’t seem to get along. They argue about everything: Who’s the loudest\, who’s the fastest\, who’s the smartest\, who’s Mum’s favourite\, and who gets the most Christmas presents?!\nSo when they wake up lost and confused in the heart of the enchanted forest one day\, it’s no surprise they even disagree about how they came to be there! But with only a trail of breadcrumbs to guide them home\, they’ll have to put aside their differences once and for all to solve the mystery of how they got there and make it home in time for tea!\nThis family show packed full of music\, magic and puppetry from Wrongsemble celebrates how even the simplest story can become the wildest fairytale in the hands of the right storyteller! \nAge guide 3+ \nFREE EVENT \n11.30am -12.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n1.30-2.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/breadcrumbs-2/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T141500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T144500
DTSTAMP:20260429T235221
CREATED:20250421T162041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T162041Z
UID:4668-1751811300-1751813100@www.ripontheatrefestival.org
SUMMARY:The Pied Piper
DESCRIPTION:Notice this Notice are proud to present their brand new adaptation of Pied Piper of Hamelin! Based on Robert Browning’s much loved poem\, the mischievous Piper outwits the greedy townsfolk and their plague of pesky rats. \nExpect a RAT-ical performance with music\, witty wordplay\, and plenty of audience participation as we bring this classic tale to Ripon. Grab your walking shoes and prepare for a laugh-out-loud theatrical treat! \nFREE EVENT \n11-11.30am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12.30-1pm Ripon Market Place \n2.15-2.45 Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-pied-piper/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T144500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T151500
DTSTAMP:20260429T235221
CREATED:20250421T160835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T160835Z
UID:4661-1751813100-1751814900@www.ripontheatrefestival.org
SUMMARY:The Puppet Petting Farm
DESCRIPTION: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.\nThe puppets are handcrafted from recycled materials and come to life in this fun filled show suitable for the whole family.\n\nFREE EVENT \n10.30-11am Ripon Spa Gardens \n12.15-12.45pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n2.45-3.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/the-puppet-petting-farm-3/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T151500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T235221
CREATED:20250421T161614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T134620Z
UID:4664-1751814900-1751817600@www.ripontheatrefestival.org
SUMMARY:Bee Cart
DESCRIPTION:Bee guides Bombus and Borage have left the hive with the Bee Cart – their mobile world of interaction\, bee wisdom and surreal fun. Delve into the world of bees\, learn the pollen packing dance\, the waggle dance\, try out their buzz pollinator\, and maybe even get your nose pollinated! Presented by Pif Paf. \nFREE EVENT \n10.15am Ripon Market Place (Little Bird Artisan Market) \n12.30pm Ripon Spa Gardens \n3.15pm Ripon Spa Gardens
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/beecart/
LOCATION:Ripon Spa Gardens\, Park Street\, Ripon\, HG4 2AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250706T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250706T213000
DTSTAMP:20260429T235221
CREATED:20250216T070034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T090228Z
UID:3890-1751828400-1751837400@www.ripontheatrefestival.org
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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