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SUMMARY:Writing a 10 Minute Drama
DESCRIPTION:A practical\, confidence-building workshop designed for people who are new to writing for the stage. The session guides participants through the fundamentals of writing a 10-minute stage play\, the standard format for festivals such as Short + Sweet Festival. \nParticipants will be supported to develop an idea\, understand the constraints of a 10-minute structure\, and begin writing a piece that could be developed further for submission to short play festival or anywhere else. \nThe workshop focuses on clarity\, simplicity\, and momentum\, helping new writers realise that theatre writing is both accessible and achievable. \nBy the end of the workshop\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand how a 10-minute stage play works\nUnderstand the stagecraft and technical constraints of short form\nLearn the core elements needed for short-form theatre\nDevelop an idea that fits festival requirements\nDraft a 10-minute stage piece\nGain confidence to continue developing the work\n\nWho the workshop is for: \n\nPeople curious about theatre writing but unsure where to start\nWriters from other forms exploring stage work\nAnyone interested in submitting to short play festivals\n\nNo prior writing or theatre experience is required – total beginners welcome. \nFiona Georgiou Hunt is a scriptwriter\, director and story mentor who works across theatre and film\, helping writers shape stories for the stage and screen. With a background in both performance and script development\, she has collaborated with theatres\, production companies and screen organisations across the UK\, supporting projects from early idea through to production. \nTickets £10
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/writing-a-10-minute-drama/
LOCATION:Ripon Library\, The Arcade\, Ripon\, HG4 1AG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:workshop
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SUMMARY:Stitch in Time
DESCRIPTION:Excitement! Drama! Romance! And… knitting? \nAn award-winning cabaret of the “lost” knitting songs of WWI and WWII from Canada\, Britain\, America\, and France. Feel free to bring your knitting (or crochet) and stitch along to these funny\, poignant\, toe-tapping\, needle-clicking tunes. Come out and have a ball! \nDuring the two World Wars\, millions of women knit for the soldiers. Popular music often reflected the trends of the time\, and mere days after the first bullet was fired\, dozens of knitting-themed songs started to appear. These songs ranged from heartfelt\, sentimental ballads\, to brisk marches\, to novelty tunes that offered a humorous\, tongue-in-cheek look at the wartime knitting craze). \nAfter the wars these songs were essentially lost\, and this concert is the first time that many of them have been performed in 100 years. Some of the songs were very close to disappearing forever\, and with Stitch in Time\, this music — a clever\, sweet and entertaining footnote in history — has been preserved\, and given a chance to live again. \nPresented by Canadian soprano Melanie Gall\, a writer\, theatre historian\, and internationally-acclaimed vocalist\, whose solo performance career has spanned from Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall in New York to Royal Albert Hall in London. \nRefreshments served after the show – donations to Ripon Community Poppy Project \nAge Guide 10+ \nTickets £12 \n*Matinee multi-buy deal available*
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/stitch-in-time/
LOCATION:Allhallowgate Methodist Church & Halls\, Victoria Grove\, Ripon\, HG4 1LG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:drama
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SUMMARY:Little Listeners: Mini Magic Flute
DESCRIPTION:The perfect opportunity for all the family to experience and share the charm of opera as a relaxed and welcoming tea-time treat. \nCome with us on a fun\, enchanting musical adventure inspired by Mozart’s opera The Magic Flute. Led by a trio of opera singers and an accordionist\, Mini Magic Flute follows a Prince’s search for a Princess\, but nothing is quite as it first appears… Join a host of fantastical characters – from a bird-catcher to a dragon! – on this magical adventure. \nEnchanting for all ages but especially designed for those aged 4–7\, with young people invited to a craft activity beforehand to create something to compliment the performance. \nOpera North is a national opera company based in Leeds\, and leading UK arts organisation. Rooted in the North of England\, international in outlook\, they create extraordinary experiences\, every day. Opera North believes opera and music is for everyone\, and champions diversity in artists\, repertoire and audiences. They aim to create extraordinary experiences through participative arts and family performances. \nRefreshments served from 4pm with opportunity for young people to get ‘crafty’  – donations to Ripon Community Poppy Project \nAge Guide 4-7 \nTickets £12 \n 
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/little-listeners-mini-magic-flute/
LOCATION:Allhallowgate Methodist Church & Halls\, Victoria Grove\, Ripon\, HG4 1LG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:family,music
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SUMMARY:One Man Poe
DESCRIPTION:Renowned as the ‘Godfather of Gothic Horror’\, Edgar Allan Poe was a pioneer in establishing the horror genre. Although his works are nearly 200 years old\, Poe’s stories have stood the test of time and have inspired a countless number of horror writers. Using Poe’s original text from the 1840s\, award-winning storyteller Stephen Smith faithfully brings to life four timeless tales live on stage: \nThe Tell-Tale Heart is an insight into the mind of a madman\, convincing us he is sane.\nThe Pit and the Pendulum follows a prisoner of the dreaded Spanish Inquisition\, undergoing various mental and physical tortures.\nThe Black Cat documents an alcoholic confessing his heinous crimes on the eve of his death.\nThe Raven is the poem that made Poe famous – a mysterious midnight visit from an ominous talking raven. \nWinner of The Derek Award for ‘Best Overall Show’ at Edinburgh Fringe 2025\, One Man Poe is produced by four-time OFFIE Award-winning theatre company Threedumb Theatre\, bringing Poe’s work to life as never before. \nPraise for this production:\n“Captivating… I could not have been more wowed by this ‘marathon of the macabre’” ★★★★★ The National Scot\n“Powerfully moving… This show quite literally took my breath away… Unmissable!” ★★★★★ Everything Theatre\n“A compelling and repelling experience” ★★★★★ MyTheatreMates\n“Edgar Allan Poe himself would love this powerful performance” ★★★★★ The Derek Awards\n“Awe-inspiring… An incredibly gripping and enthralling evening” ★★★★★ North West End\n“The definitive Fringe interpretation of these already much-loved works” ★★★★★ The Wee Review\n“A captivating night of terror\, guilt\, grief and murder most foul… A must-see” ★★★★★ Broadway Baby \nAge Guide 12+ \nTickets £15 \n*Evening multi-buy deal available*
URL:https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org/event/one-man-poe/
LOCATION:Ripon Arts Hub\, 49 Allhallowgate\, Ripon\, HG4 1LQ\, United Kingdom
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