A York theatre is offering special discounts on a cosy night at the theatre this month.
York Theatre Royal has announced that they are offering £15 tickets and free treats for 16 to 30 year olds who want to enjoy an evening of theatre this autumn.
The offer is part of a new membership scheme and includes discounted tickets to The Penelopiad - a retelling of The Odyssey from the perspective of Penelope and her maids.
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The Penelopiad is written by acclaimed author Margaret Atwood and directed by the theatre's creative director Juliet Forster.
The cast includes Amelia Bullmore, known for her roles in Happy Valley and Scott & Bailey, who will be taking on the titular role of Penelope.
A spokesperson for York Theatre Royal said: "On Thursday 29 Oct from 6.30pm, 16-30 members are invited to join Ringtons and YTR in the Lower Foyer before the evening performance of The Penelopiad for a free vegan hot chocolate and cookie – the perfect accompaniment to a cosy night at the theatre this Autumn."
Theatre-goers can add a free 16-30s membership to their basket when booking tickets online or through the box office.
Ringtons, a family-run British tea and coffee company established in 1907, is partnering with York Theatre Royal for the event with members able to pick up a free treat voucher at the box office.
Further details are available at https://www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk/show/the-penelopiad/.