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Variations on a Nursery Tune Piano Soloist: Martin Roscoe
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Come what May! A marvellous month in York lies ahead! We're leaving April showers behind and moving on to brighter days. If you're visiting York this month, you might be lucky enough to catch the infamous JORVIK Viking Festival, learn about York's rich history on a ghost tour, or for dog lovers, there's Castle Howard's Festival of Dogs. Shopping opportunities are plenty: if you can't catch one of the fabulous vintage fairs happening this month, you can rest assured that York's high street and independents won't disappoint. Enjoy!
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Events & Attractions Image: Bar Convent's True Cross
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Information correct at time of publishing but subject to change. Please check with venues ahead of your visit.
Ongoing BAR CONVENT’S TRUE CROSS,
The Bar Convent, York. A new re-display of the Bar Convent’s True Cross commemorates Easter and the 155th anniversary of its authorization for veneration on April 11, 1867. The re-display will feature new research as well as never-before-seen documentation. For more information visit www. bar-convent.org.uk.
April // 29TH APRIL
THE COUNTRY TO CITY MUSE RUNWAY, Malmaison
Hotel, 7pm. Join Femme Country Magazine in partnership with York Fashion Week for a live country fashion event at the chic Malmaison Hotel. Tickets are £22.15 and include a complimentary gift bag. Search Femme Country Magazine on eventbrite.co.uk for more information. // 28TH, 29TH & 30TH APRIL
MYSTERY PLAY, 7.30pm each evening. All Saints’ Church YO1 6JD. Tickets available via the All Saints Facebook page. Admission free.
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FESTIVAL OF VINTAGE,
York Racecourse, 10am - 5pm. Celebrating the fashion and style of the 1930s-1960s across three buildings and four floors! This event is packed to the rafters with arguably the best selection of early vintage fashion in the UK. Visit festivalofvintage.co.uk for more information. // 1ST MAY
BANK HOLIDAY OUTDOOR BASH, Black Horse Inn,
Wigginton. 3pm – 8.30pm. Live music from Scene 2, The Pokies,
Hot Food Powder 50s/60s Rock n Roll. Prosecco, gin and beer served from the outdoor bar. // 2ND MAY
DUNCOMBE PARK COUNTRY FAIR, Vintage tractors, stunt horses,
mini grand national, gun dog displays and a funfair are just a few highlights of the jam-packed Country Fair. Tickets are available at dpcountryfair.co.uk. RIPON CATHEDRAL BEER FESTIVAL 2022, Ripon Cathedral,
11.30am - 5pm. Award-winning beers, refreshing ciders, wine and Pimms served in the Dean's garden, with the backdrop of beautiful Ripon Cathedral. Live music, good
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food and plenty of children's activities available throughout the day. Visitors get a free beer glass to take home. Visit riponcathedral. org.uk. // 4TH MAY
STRICTLY FUN BARN DANCING, Acomb Methodist
Church Hall. 2.15pm - 4.30pm for an afternoon of Barn/Ceilidh Style Social Dancing. Admission £3. For more information call Phil on 01904 783029. // 5TH MAY
RIVER FOSS SOCIETY WALK,
Beningbrough Hall, Newtonon-Ouse. A lovely easy threemile evening walk and optional Blacksmith's Arms pub. Email annebednarski@hotmail.com to participate. SHE WAS WALKING HOME,
York Explore Library, Museum Street, 6:30pm-7:30pm. She Was Walking Home is a new piece of testimonial theatre created from the real-life experiences of 33 women living, working and studying in York. With stories of fear, suspicion and anger to venues across York to make sure the right voices are still being heard. For more information visit tinyurl.com/4dpbu59z. // 5 - 8 MAY TH
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FLOWER FESTIVAL, All Saints’
Church YO1 6JD, 10am-4pm, [service Thursday 5 May 12.45]. Come and view beautiful floral arrangements inspired by our historic stained-glass. No booking required, just drop in. Admission free, refreshments available, all welcome.
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ST LEONARD'S CHALLENGE WALK, West Lane Baptist Centre,
BD22 8EN, 8am - 4pm. Set in the stunning Bronte Country join a team of like-minded people raising money for St Leonard’s Hospice. Mostly following bridleways around the Haworth area and sections of the Pennine Way. To book on to the challenge visit stleonardshospice.org.uk/howcan-you-help-us/events. // 7TH MAY
PURCELL AND A PINT, York Mansion House, 7.30pm. Be transported back to the alehouses of 17th century England. Join Eboracum Baroque and York Gin for an evening of rowdy drinking songs, popular fiddle tunes and delicious York Gin. For more information visit eboracumbaroque. co.uk. FAMILY FUN DAY, The Green, Upper Poppleton from 10am. Celebrate the life of Millie Wright (7th May 2008 - 21st Aug 21), from a 5k fun-run, craft stalls and
live music to the launch of 'The Millie Wright Children's Charity' and memorial tree planting. Contact millieschildrenscharity@ gmail.com for more information. // 8TH MAY
ANTIQUE & COLLECTORS FAIR, Driffield Showground,
9am-3.30pm. Browse a range fo antiques and collectables at this popular fair. The valuation table will be open from 10am-1pm if you would like an estimate on a valuable of your own. For more information, call 01377 254768. // 8TH MAY-3RD JULY
GENTLEMAN JACK - NEW EXHIBITION, Kentmere House
Gallery, Scarcroft Hill. Gallery is open every Thursday 6pm - 9pm. Celebrating 30 years of bringing exciting art to York. For more information visit www. kentmerehouse.co.uk // 10TH MAY
ACOMB W.I. MEETING, Acomb Methodist Church Hall, 7.30pm. This month Acomb WI welcomes
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TESS HARTLEY Young singing star GEORGE HALL Pianist maestro STAMFORD BRIDGE CHOIR JENNIFER MASLIN Brilliant vocalist
SUNDAY 15th MAY 2022 - 7.30pm TICKETS £12 BOX OFFICE 01904 501935
Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th May 2022
THE HARE IN THE MOON Tuesday 31 May @ 2.30pm
WETHERBY RACECOURSE, LS22 5EJ SAT 8am - 9am £5 • SAT 9am - 5pm £4 SUN 9am - 4pm £4 Accompanied under 16s FREE - Onsite Catering FREE Parking
MORE INFORMATION AT - JAGUARFAIRS.COM
A play for primary and preschool children followed by a puppet workshop Tickets £10 per adult + one child, £2.50 per additional person To book please visit www.bedernhall.co.uk or email info@bedernhall.co.uk
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Roger Burnett who will be giving a stimulating talk entitled, 'A Gardeners life in the pandemic'. Roger will also be offering a selection of plants for sale at the meeting. Visitors are welcome. £3 entry to include tea/coffee. For more information, email acombwi@ outlook.com. // 12TH MAY
SAD POETS DOORSTEP CLUB,
Acomb Explore Library, 5pm7.30pm. Marking Mental Health Awareness Week share your own poetry or short story in a supportive environment, or just come and listen. Free event, please book via Eventbrite. // 13TH MAY
THE THINGS WE LEFT SLEEPING BOOK LAUNCH, The Bar
Convent, 7.15pm. Join local author, Kathryn Lund, for the launch party of their latest novel, The Things We Left Sleeping. Attendees will get to hear Kathryn reading a snippet from the book, pick up a limited edition postcard print and can bring a copy of the book to be signed, or buy a copy there! Visit www. kathrynlundtheauthor.co.uk for more information. // 14TH MAY
MAMMA MIA! York Marriot Hotel. Enjoy a glamourous night at the movies with York Marriot Hotel. See the gardens transformed into a beautiful outdoor cineman with a York Gin pop-up bar serving G&Ts and gin cocktails. Visit www.marriot. com. BE OUR GUEST! St. Saviourgate
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RAWCLIFFE CARNIVAL @ RAWCLIFFE REC HALL & FIELD
Theatre. Tickets are £10 and available on the door. All profits to the DEC Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal. For more information visit www.decostaacademy.co.uk. YORK STEINER SCHOOL FAIR,
York Steiner School, 10am - 4pm. A huge craft area featuring the best local artisans, multiple children's attractions ranging from puppet shows and art activities through to the famous Maypole dancing and new for this year, a central Food Hall with stalls from the tastiest local producers. Visit yorksteinerschool. org for more information. RAWCLIFFE CARNIVAL,
Rawcliffe Rec Hall & Field, 1pm 8pm. Rawcliffe's biggest carnival this Millenium will be a fun-filled family day packed with live music, performances, sports activities, dog show, food and drink, carnival games, local stalls and much, much more! Limited disabled parking only. Free entry. Visit tinyurl.com/ mrynkh6h. YORK GUILDHALL ORCHESTRA, York Barbican,
7.30pm. York Guildhall Orchestra presents Shostakovich, Jazz Suite
No.2, Dohnanyi, Variations on a Nursery Rhyme and Elgar, The Music Makers. Visit yorkbarbican. co.uk/whats-on. // 14TH - 15TH MAY
PLANT SALE, Beningborough Hall, Gallery and Gardens, 10am - 4pm. Take a bit of Beningbrough home with you from the annual spring plant sale, many of the plants propagated from around the gardens. Normal admission charges apply (Free to National Trust members). // 15TH MAY
STEVE CASSIDY BAND AND FRIENDS, Joseph Rowntree
Theatre, 7.30pm. Returning with some new songs and some old faves, this evening will not disappoint. Tickets from £8. For more information visit www. josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk. // 17TH MAY
YORK CENTRAL W.I. MEETING,
Jacob's Well, 7pm. This month welcoming the Civic Party speaking about their year in office and the duties of the Lord Mayor. Anyone who wishes to come along should
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Antique & Collectors Fair Driffield Showground, YO25 9DN
8th May 2022 9am - 3.30pm Valuation table 10 - 1pm - £1 per item £1 entrance Free car parking
Tel: 01377 254768
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please email yorkcentralwi@gmail. com for further information. // 17TH MAY
ACOMB AFTERNOON TOWNSWOMEN'S GUILD, The
Methodist Church Hall, Front Street Acomb, 2pm. Andrew Thornton will be the guest speaker about the Commonwealth War Graves Commission. Visitors are welcomed, admission is £1. For more information js5645@yahoo.co.uk or call 01904 798694. // 18TH MAY
STRICTLY FUN BARN DANCING, Acomb Methodist
Church Hall. 2.15pm - 4.30pm for an afternoon of Barn/Ceilidh Style Social Dancing. Admission £3. For more information call Phil on 01904 783029. // 19 MAY TH
FREE VALUATION EVENT, The
Bar Convent, York, 11am-3pm. A team of valuers from Tennants Auctioneers will be on hand to discuss your antiques, jewellery, watches, collectables, wine and Whisky and give you a free auction estimate for items you wish to sell. Visit tennants.co.uk for more information. // 21ST - 22ND MAY
FESTIVAL OF DOGS, Castle Howard, 10am - 3pm. The muchloved Festival of Dogs has returned! Presenting a celebration of all things canine once again, with plenty to keep the whole family entertained, as well as our fourlegged visitors! All activities during the Dog Festival are included in the cost of a standard admission ticket. For more information visit friends. 12
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RIVER FOSS SOCIETY WALK @ NUNNINGTON VILLAGE HALL
castlehoward.co.uk // 22ND MAY
ST LEONARD’S HOSPICE PLANT SALE, 185 Tadcaster Road,
11am - 2pm. Come along to the hospice and enjoy shopping for bedding plants, perennials, fruit, veg etc. Shop along to the music of Kenny Trombone, and enjoy a cuppa and a piece of cake. // 25TH MAY
RIVER FOSS SOCIETY WALK,
Nunnington Village Hall. Join the society in a five-mile circular walk in and around Nunnington ending with refreshments at the Courtyard Cafe. Email derek@chivers.plus.com. // 25TH MAY - 5TH JUNE
ENCHANTED STORIES, Mother Shipton’s Cave. See giant story books and a Wonderland of fairytale themed displays with fantastical photo opportunities throughout the ancient woodland. Visit www. mothershipton.co.uk for more information.
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YORK SPRING FAIR & FOOD FESTIVAL, York Knavesmire. Ten
days full of entertainment, food, drink, rides, crafts and much more. Live music will fill the field with energy and the whole family can enjoy a great day out. Tickets are available to purchase from www.ticketsource. co.uk/yorkspringfair // 27TH MAY - 28TH MAY
QUILT SHOW, St Chad’s Church YO23 1EY, 10.30am – 3.30pm. Enjoy a visit to the Arboretum in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with cushions, bags, quilts and more made during lockdown as well as a vast array or quilts, or course. Haberdashery stalls will be in the Church Hall. Entry £3 with profits going to Yorkits, who make washable feminine hygiene kits for women and girls in third world countries. // 28TH MAY
2022 ORGAN RECITAL, All
Saints’ Church YO1 6JD, 12.30pm. Professional classical musician Ben
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Horden will be performing the first organ recital of the year. Admission free. No booking required. // 28TH - 29TH MAY
ANTIQUE AND VINTAGE FAIR, Wetherby Racecourse. Join
professional dealers, collectors and antique enthusiasts at Wetherby Racecourse. There will be a wide selection of furniture, pictures, ceramics, glass, silver, jewellery, curios and collectables. Visit jaguarfairs.com. // 28TH, 29TH & 30TH MAY
IN TIME, York Army Museum.
Channel your inner detective in this escape-room-style performance by Live History. Decipher clues and solve the mystery. For more information visit yorkarmymuseum. co.uk. // 28TH MAY - 1ST JUNE
JORVIK VIKING FESTIVAL,
York City Centre. The Vikings will be pitching their tents in central York in May with the welcome return of the JORVIK Viking Festival! Get into the Norse spirit and join in five days of living history, hands-on fun, craft workshops and many other favourite activities. Visit jorvikvikingfestival.co.uk for more information. // 31ST MAY
THE HARE IN THE MOON,
Bedern Hall, 2.30pm. A fun play for primary and preschool children followed by a puppet workshop! An adult ticket is £10 and includes entry for one child. Additional people are £2.50. Visit www.bedernhall.co.uk for more information.
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THE QUEENS JUBILEE HOPES AND DREAMS CHARITY BALL
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THE QUEEN'S JUBILEE HOPES & DREAMS CHARITY BALL,
York Racecourse. 6pm - 2am. Hosted by Ben Fry and Laura Castle at YorkMix Radio a fizz reception awaits you to this night full of food, entertainment and fundraising for Macmillan Cancer Support. Live bands, after-dinner DJ and late bar. Don't miss out, to book your ticket visit tinyurl.com/ mv2ajxja.
Book Now // 2ND - 3RD JULY
MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION, Holy Trinity Church
Hall, Melrosegate, Heworth. Model train enthusiasts can browse eight different layouts and pick up a treat from the stands while they’re there. Adults £4, children £1, under 5s free.
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YOGA WITH NESTOR, Stockton on the Forest Village Hall, 10 am. A mixed ability yoga class, beginners
welcome. Email nestorportnoy@ yahoo.com. HARMONY LADIES CHOIR,
Acomb Methodist Church Hall, 7:30pm. A friendly group that needs no audition to join and they looking for new members, come along and give it a try. For more information visit www.yorkinharmony.co.uk. // EVERY WED & FRI
FRIENDSHIP GROUP, St Aelred's Community Centre, Tang Hall, 1-3 pm (Wed) St Sampson's Centre, 10.30 am - 12.30 am. Join the York Racial Equality Network at this regular meet-up that aims to combat isolation and bring communities together with weekly crafts and the opportunity to learn about different cultures. Visit www.yren.co.uk. // WEDS TO SUN EVERY WEEK
SHADOWS OF YORK GHOST WALK, The history of York is not
nice, and neither are the ghostly tales that haunt its buildings, streets and snickleways. Take a trip into the past with award-winning tour guide, Mackenzie. To book, call 07967 460567 or visit www. shadowsofyork.co.uk.
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A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES The beautifully landscaped gardens of York Marriott Hotel are being transformed into the ultimate outdoor cinema this summer. Saturday, 14th May
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Providing the perfect accompaniment to the movie magic, York Gin will be serving G&Ts and gin cocktails from their pop-up bar. YORK MARRIOTT HOTEL Tadcaster Road, York YO24 1QQ 01904 701000 | www.marriott.com
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YOGA WITH NESTOR, 29 Maple Grove, Fulford. A mixed ability yoga class, beginners welcome. Email nestorportnoy@ yahoo.com PURELY BALLROOM, Huntington Working Men's Club, 7-8.30pm. Join this friendly beginners ballroom and Latin dance lesson. Tuition will be focused on the Jive, ChaChaCha, and Waltz up to the Christmas break. Call 07939 336315 or email andy.k.gant@ gmail.com for more information. // EVERY SATURDAY
COCKTAIL-MAKING CLASS.
York Gin, 7.30pm. Head to York Gin's Station Shop and learn the tips and tricks of cocktail making as well as getting to drink your creations, of course! Visit yorkgin.com. // EVERY SUNDAY
WIGGINTON CAR BOOT,
Home Farm, Wigginton. The classic Wigginton Car Boot Sale is on every Sunday, weather permitting. Cars cost £8 and vans are £9, with additional trailers at £2 extra. Public admission is £1 with toilets and refreshments available. Call 01904 768463 for more information. // EVERY DAY
CITY CRUISES YORK, York's favourite water-based attraction offers sightseeing, dining, self-drive, and private hire cruises on the River Ouse, and is a much-loved and highly regarded staple of York's visitor economy. CITY WALLS EXPERIENCE,
Micklegate Bar. Visit one of the
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historic gateways into the city and discover 2,000 year stories involving battle, imprisonment and near destruction. This new attraction is open April - October. Visit yorkcitywalls.com for more information. DARK TALES OF YORK. Book a private tour to explore the narrow streets and alleyways of York and learn about the rich and haunting history that the city has amassed over hundreds and thousands of years. Call 07530 378176 or visit www.darktalesofyork.com. GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30 pm. Dare you cross the centuries and discover York's spine-chilling history? Visit www.ghosttrail.co.uk or call 01904 633276. JORVIK DIG, St Saviourgate. Head down to DIG on St Saviourgate where your little ones can experience a real handson archaeological adventure! Visit www.digyork.com for more information. NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY, Pickering. See the
North Yorkshire Moors by steam train on this heritage railway with the option to stop at beautiful hotspots, including Goathland and Whitby. Visit nymr.co.uk. THE VIKING LOOM, Wigginton Road. Fancy learning a new skill? There’s embroidery, quilting and dress making courses running regularly at The Viking Loom. Visit vikingloom.co.uk. WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS,
meet at the West Entrance to York
Minster, 11 am and 3 pm (also 1 pm Friday and Saturday). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Visit www.whiteroseyork.com or call 07792 207679. YORK LEISURE CENTRE, York Leisure Centre at the York Stadium Leisure Complex at Monks Cross has a great range of activities guaranteed to turn up the fun. From the junior gym, swimming, racquet sports, and clip 'n climb, the whole family will enjoy the range of fun and affordable activities. Visit better.org.uk/york-lc. YORKSHIRE AIR MUSEUM,
Elvington. Did you know that the first-ever aeroplane was invented in Yorkshire? Explore aircraft from throughout history as well as archive material and documentation and learn all about the world of aviation. Visitors can also enjoy a stroll on the Nature of Flight walk or take a moment to reflect in the Remembrance Garden. Visit yorkshireairmuseum.org. YORK GOLF RANGE, Towthorpe Moor Lane, near Strensall. Set in beautiful countryside, York Golf Range features a whole host of fun activities, including a floodlit driving range, a nine-hole golf course, crazy golf and even foot golf – a great combination of soccer and golf. Visit www.yorkgolfrange.co.uk or call 01904 499275. YORK’S CHOCOLATE STORY,
King’s Square. Unwrap the history of Chocolate. You’ll get to find out how coca is transformed from bean to bar, learn about York’s most famous chocolate brands and learn to taste chocolate like an expert. Visit yorkschocolatestory.com.
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Dark Tales of York Dare you follow your guide down the narrow streets and alleyways of old York? This tour aims to be both haunting and historical with well researched tales from York’s nearly 2000 years of history.
Walk in the footsteps of history and discover the ghosts of the past Please note: tours are private booking only
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Theatre & Shows
Looking to get your live performance fix? York's theatre scene has plenty on offer this month.
// MAY THEATRE DIARY Information correct at time of publishing but subject to change. Please check with venues ahead of your visit.
YORK THEATRE ROYAL
To book, visit: yorktheatreroyal. co.uk, or call 01904 623568
// 6TH MAY
ME, MYSELF & MISHA, Terpsichoring Dance presents a poignant, autobiographical dance show developed and performed by award-winning dance artist Ana Silverio. The show follows one woman’s physical and emotional journey to become a mother. // 26TH APRIL - 1ST MAY
MAGIC GOES WRONG Expect dare-devil stunts and jawdropping feats as a gang of hapless magicians put on an evening of grand illusion to raise money for charity. Soon, the magic turns to mayhem and it all spirals a bit out of control. // 10TH MAY
ELEPHANT ROCK A new comedy from Badapple Theatre Company. Time has taken its toll on once a beloved Palace Theatre insight of the mighty Elephant Rock. Join the comedic cast who are determined the Palace doors stay open. // 16TH MAY - 21ST MAY
THE HOMECOMING When a professor from an American university goes home with his wife, he discovers that his father, uncle, and 20
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THE ADDAMS FAMILY @ JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE
brothers are still living there. Life is transformed into a struggle for power and sexual dominance. In Harold Pinter's 1960s masterwork, widely regarded as his best play, who will triumph? // 24 - 28 MAY TH
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RED ELLEN Caught between revolutionary and parliamentary politics. This inspiring and epic story of Ellen Wilkinson, Labour MP, shows her battles to save Jewish refugees, run-ins with the likes of Albert Einstein and Ernest Hemingway, and petition to reduce unemployment and poverty. Serving as a vital member of Churchill's cabinet, but still finds herself to be an outsider.
JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE
To book, visit: josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk, or call 01904 501935
// 12TH - 14TH MAY
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Wednesday Addams, the ultimate evil princess, has grown up and fallen in love, and she wants her father to keep his mother in the dark about it. Gomez Addams is forced to do something he's never done before: keep a secret from Morticia Addams, his beloved wife. What happens when Wednesday's 'regular' boyfriend joins the family?
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SNOW WHITE @ JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE
// 17TH - 19TH MAY
SNOW WHITE Patricia Veale School of Dance is featuring a cast of dancers of all ages to perform this well-loved fairytale, Snow White. This is a dance show for all the family with some inspiring styles and colourful costumes. // 25TH - 28TH MAY
JEKYLL & HYDE THE MUSICAL Immerse yourself in the evocative tale of a man devoted to science discovering a chemical breakthrough that can solve mankind's most challenging medical and more dilemmas. Love, betrayal and murder lurk at every chilling twist and turn.
GRAND OPERA HOUSE To book, visit atgtickets.com, or call 0333 009 6690
// 28TH MAY
WE GOT THIS BAFTA and Perrier award-winning 22
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comedian Dylan Moran delivers a gloriously angry journey through the frustrations and silliness of modern life.
sound tech, and crew have all offered their time for free, and all profits will go to the DEC appeal.
// 3RD - 7TH MAY
FATAL ATTRACTION Susie Amy, Oliver Farnworth, and Louise Redknapp feature in Fatal Attraction, the definitive film thriller. This thrilling performance addresses the question, "What happens when passion turns deadly?" // 21ST MAY - 22ND MAY
THE GRUFFALO This musical rendition of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's iconic picture book takes youngsters aged 3 and up on a journey through the deep, dark wood, where Mouse meets some unusual creatures. // 24 MAY TH
YORKRAINE DEC UKRAINE APPEAL This evening of iconic pop and rock tunes from the past six decades features four of York's best cover bands. The event's musicians, hosts,
THEATRE @ 41
To book, visit: 41monkgate.co.uk
// 14TH MAY
TROPICANA: THE QUEER COMEDY CABARET Tropicana will be the most engaging LGBTQIA+ act of the year! Drawing on their own tumultuous experience of being queer in a small industrial town, the audience is taken on a journey to the absurd and surreal mind of Aidan Sadler. // 20TH MAY
SHE WAS WALKING HOME She Was Walking Home is a new piece of testimonial theatre created from the real-life experiences of 33 women living, working and studying in York. With stories of fear, suspicion and anger to venues across York to make sure the right voices are still being heard.
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