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HandleBards A Midsummer Night's Dream ©Rah Petherbridge Photography

HandleBards hit the pedals again to bring you a summer of outdoor theatre

The HandleBards are a Shakespearean troupe who tour by bike. And to celebrate their 10th anniversary, they’re climbing back into the saddle…

The Horror Show! at Somerset House

Halloween events round-up: no tricks, just quirky treats

All Hallows’ Eve, Halloween or spooky season, whatever you call it, it’s here! And that means parades, pumpkins and lots of fun. Here’s our round-up of the best quirky events…

Fly with Me kite flying event

Fly With Me’s aerial act of solidarity

On Saturday 20th August, immersive kite flying event Fly With Me takes place in towns and cities across the UK and Europe…

The HandleBards on tour

The HandleBards head out on bikes to pedal their plays

Fancy some open-air theatre this summer? The popular Shakespearean troupe known as The Handlebards are back with another bicycle-powered tour…

Blackheath Morris Men - Chair Lifting - Greenwich

Quirky Easter events to enjoy in 2022

Easter is nearly here again, yippee! And if you’re looking for inspiration on where and how to spend your long Easter weekend, read on…

Bluebelle, Theatre Re, Photo: Chris Nash

An atmospheric, folk-inspired tale heads to The Lowry

This week, catch the visual, folktale-inspired Bluebelle at The Lowry in Salford Quays…

Lakes International Comic Art Festival LICAF 2021

Sketching and stunts at the Lakes International Comic Art Festival

This month, the Lakes International Comic Art Festival (LICAF) returns to the Cumbrian town of Kendal with exhibitions, live drawing and workshops…

Victor Esses in Where to Belong (Image: Alex Brenner)

Tender story asks, what makes a home for you?

Where to Belong is a tender autobiographical story, that’s about to tour the UK. It’s the tale of artist and performer Victor Esses’ journey to find home…

LukeWright, The Ballad Seller by Andrew Florides

Poet brings bawdy street ballads to life in new show

This summer onwards, award-winning poet Luke Wright will tour his new show, The Ballad Seller, across the country…

The Global Playground by Chris Nash and Ethan Davis, photo credit Chris Nash (image of Jahmarley Bachelor)

Enjoy dance, music and puppetry with The Global Playground

Fancy enjoying a spot of dance, music and puppetry this summer? Then look out for The Global Playground as it premieres at Manchester International Festival this July…

Don't Go Back To Sleep: The Lockdown Album by RashDash

A lockdown album reaches around the globe

When Covid-19 thwarted their plans to make a new show, RashDash looked to the music that has always been at the heart of their work…

Insane Animals at HOME

A time travelling musical comedy in Manchester

Cult cabaret duo and leading lights of the UK’s alternative performance scene Bourgeois & Maurice will bring Insane Animals to HOME in Manchester…

The Last Quiz Night On Earth, UK tour Spring 2020

Don’t miss The Last Quiz Night on Earth

This spring, get quizzical with an immersive and innovative new play which is touring to theatres, villages and pubs…

Tania Camara’s Oreo at PUSH

Head on HOME for festival

Beginning this weekend, PUSH Festival will be showcasing a wealth of creative talent from the north west of England…

Out of Order at Home in Manchester

Clowns are Out of Order in Manchester

An experimental performance art group returns to Manchester this week with a troupe of hapless clowns…

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Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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HandleBards hit the pedals again to bring you a summer of outdoor theatre
HandleBards A Midsummer Night's Dream ©Rah Petherbridge Photography

The HandleBards are a Shakespearean troupe who tour by bike. And to celebrate their 10th anniversary, they’re climbing back into the saddle…

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