Families will be able to enjoy a free theatre performance at Ripon Library this October half-term as part of a tour bringing professional children’s theatre to six libraries across North Yorkshire.
York-based theatre company Next Door But One will perform The Firework-Maker’s Daughter, based on the children’s book by Philip Pullman, at Ripon Library on Thursday, 29 October, at 10.30am.
The production follows Lila on an adventure across mountains and lakes, where she encounters talking elephants and magical creatures as she learns to follow her dreams.
The show features puppetry, Makaton and opportunities for children to participate, with the performances funded by Arts Council England.
Where to see the show
The production will visit six libraries across North Yorkshire:
- Selby Library: Saturday, 24 October, at 10am
- Tadcaster Library: Saturday, 24 October, at 2pm
- Ripon Library: Thursday, 29 October, at 10.30am
- Northallerton Library: Thursday, 29 October, at 2.30pm
- Scarborough Library: Friday, 30 October, at 10.30am
- Pickering Library: Friday, 30 October, at 2.30pm
North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for culture, arts and housing, Cllr Simon Myers, said the performances would give families the opportunity to experience live theatre without the cost of tickets or travel to larger venues.
North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for culture, arts and housing, Cllr Simon Myers, said: We are delighted to be able to offer families the opportunity to experience high-quality live theatre free of charge in their local library.
By bringing performances into communities across North Yorkshire, we can help remove barriers such as travel and ticket costs, ensuring more children and families can enjoy the magic of live theatre.
Places are limited and must be booked in advance. Families should contact their chosen library by telephone or email to reserve places.
Further information about local libraries is available from North Yorkshire Council’s library service.