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Beneath The Layers - Anna-Marie Magson
Tue 5 March - Fri 3 May
Anna-Marie originally studied Fine Art Painting at Liverpool College of Art. Initially working with clay, exploring surface decoration and textured pattern on tiles and panels, she developed her art i...Event type: Exhibitions
Read more about Beneath The Layers - Anna-Marie MagsonHoglets Theatre Puppet Workshop
Sat 30 March, 3.30pm
Join Gemma from Hoglets Theatre to make your own Shakespearean Puppet. Taking inspiration from Hoglets current show "A Midsummer Night's Mischief", together we'll make our very own paper boogie, Woog...Event type: Family, Workshops
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Read more about Hoglets Theatre Puppet Workshop Buy tickets for Hoglets Theatre Puppet WorkshopHoglets Theatre presents A Midsummer Night's Mischief
Sat 30 March, 2.30pm
By Gemma Curry – after William Shakespeare The fairies in the forest are starting a fight – but which side are you on? Team Titania or Team Oberon? Hoglets Theatre presents an interactive...Event type: Family, Theatre
This event is family friendly
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Wed 3 April, 7.30pm
Next Goal Wins tells the story of the American Samoa soccer team, who suffered the worst loss in World Cup history, losing to Australia 31-0 in 2001. With the 2014 World Cup approaching, the team recr...Event type: Film
Read more about Next Goal Wins Buy tickets for Next Goal WinsMegson 2024
Sat 6 April, 7.30pm
m e g s o n ‘Simply Brilliant’ The Sunday Express ‘Savagely perceptive lyrics, ear catching vocals & melodies to die for’ Louder Than War Four times nominated in th...Event type: Music
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Mon 8 April, 7.30pm
18th century England saw not only the flowering of the Industrial Revolution but also that of the self-made man. Using the paintings of Sir Joshua Reynolds and others, Leslie Primo will guide us throu...Event type: Talks
Read more about The Arts Society Helmsley: Joseph Wright of Derby and The Men and Art of the Lunar SocietyWicked Little Letters (15)
Wed 10 April, 7.30pm
A genteel coastal town of the 1920s is scandalised when residents are plagued with obscenity-filled letters in this UK comedy drama, in which crude language and sex references are accompanied by a the...Event type: Film
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Sat 13 April, 7.30pm
A social evening in HAC’s studio bar with the opportunity to hear local musicians perform. The bar will be open serving beer from Helmsley Brewery and Brass Castle Brewery, an assortment o...Event type: Music
Read more about HAC Studio Bar Open Mic - April 2024The Blackheart Orchestra
Fri 19 April, 7.30pm
The Blackheart Orchestra are multi-award winning, multi-instrumentalists Chrissy Mostyn and Rick Plkington. They comprise a two person ‘orchestra’ playing up to 13 instruments in their uni...Event type: Music
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Sat 20 April, 7.30pm
In this humourous, multi-role playing adaptation, Hotbuckle invites us to enter the world of The Bennets. From headstrong Elizabeth to proud Mr Darcy, rich characterisations abound as we meet five sis...Event type: Theatre
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Tue 23 April, 7pm
a new play by Tim Pricea co-production with Wales Millennium Centre One man’s dream of the NHS From campaigning at the coalfield to leading the battle to create the NHS, Aneurin &lsquo...Event type: Screening, Theatre
Read more about National Theatre Live - Nye Buy tickets for National Theatre Live - Nye1812 Double Bill: Baby Dolls by Tamara von Werthern & Contractions by Mike Bartlett
Wed 24 April - Sat 27 April, 7.30pm
Baby Dolls by Tamara von Werthern - directed by Charlotte Mintoft A futuristic comedy about conception, state control and rebellion.Three women meet at a baby shower. But darker things than cupca...Event type: Theatre
Read more about 1812 Double Bill: Baby Dolls by Tamara von Werthern & Contractions by Mike Bartlett Buy tickets for 1812 Double Bill: Baby Dolls by Tamara von Werthern & Contractions by Mike BartlettCuriosity Canvas: Tea, Cake & Paint
Sat 27 April, 3-5pm
Embark on a delightful journey of creativity and curiosity with our "Tea, Cake, and Paint" session! Indulge your senses in the art of painting while sipping on soothing tea and savoring delectable cak...Event type: Workshops
Read more about Curiosity Canvas: Tea, Cake & PaintMacbeth: Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma
Thu 2 May - Sun 12 May, 7pm
Macbeth: Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma Tony and BAFTA Award winner Ralph Fiennes (Antony & Cleopatra, Schindler's List, Coriolanus) and Olivier Award winner Indira Varma (Present Laughter, Gam...Event type: Screening, Theatre, Film
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Tue 7 May - Fri 28 June
Stephen G Bird is an artist living in North Yorkshire who works in a variety of painting and drawing media. His pictures begin with extensive observational drawing in urban and rural landscapes....Event type: Exhibitions
Read more about Stephen Bird ExhibitionGigspanner Trio
Fri 10 May, 7.30pm
"There’s something of the proverbial elder statesman about Peter Knight, in terms of his place in music, which cannot be overstated. It’s not just in the quality of hisplaying...there&rsqu...Event type: Music
Read more about Gigspanner Trio Buy tickets for Gigspanner TrioThe Funny Mummy
Sat 11 May, 7.30pm
‘Mummy, I love your boobies...they’re so long!’ Join the Funny Mummy for this hilarious one women comedy show, all about the bonkers world of parenting. From pregnancy to playd...Event type: Comedy
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Sat 11 May, 3-5pm
Dive into the fascinating world of gel printing, a technique that blends artistic expression with scientific principles. As we discuss the science behind the art, you will unleash your creativit...Event type: Workshops
Read more about Science in Print: Gel PrintingThe Arts Society Helmsley: Curves, Colours & Cool - Introducing Mid-Century Modern
Mon 13 May, 7.30pm
Pieces made during the 1970’s can now fetch many times more than a piece made in the 1770’s. Why has the teak sideboard you threw out become so desirable? Who is this Eames guy? Or Timo Sa...Event type: Talks
Read more about The Arts Society Helmsley: Curves, Colours & Cool - Introducing Mid-Century ModernSarah McQuaid
Fri 17 May, 7.30pm
“One of the most instantly recognisable voices in current music … Shades of Joni Mitchell in a jam with Karen Carpenter and Lana Del Rey.” —Trust The Doc “Captivating, ...Event type: Music, Other
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Sat 18 May, 7.30pm
A social evening in HAC’s studio bar with the opportunity to hear local musicians and artists perform. The bar will be open serving beer from Helmsley Brewery and Brass Castle Brewery, an ...Event type: Music, Spoken Word, Other
Read more about HAC Studio Bar Open Mic - May 2024Seascapes with artist Ione Harrison
Sun 19 May, 10am-1pm
A watercolour workshop suitable for all levels, from absolute beginners to anyone wanting to explore new techniques. Enjoy space to explore the magic of watercolour in a mindful and playful way - no d...Event type: Workshops
Read more about Seascapes with artist Ione HarrisonKirkby Soul at Helmsley Walled Garden
Sat 25 May, 7.30pm
Join local 8 piece Soul band ‘Kirkby Soul’ for an evening of sensational soul music in the beautiful surroundings of Helmsley Walled Garden. Bring chairs, cushions and blankets to sit on a...Event type: Music
Please note: the location is Helmsley Walled Garden
Read more about Kirkby Soul at Helmsley Walled Garden Buy tickets for Kirkby Soul at Helmsley Walled GardenCoptic Book Binding and Marbling
Sun 26 May, 10am - 4pm
The ancient art of coptic book binding, with repeating chain stitches holding the pages together, is one of most beautiful and useful ways to make a book. In this one day workshop with artist Tabitha ...Event type: Workshops
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Wed 29 May, 2.30pm
Local musician Jamie Kershaw, son of the late Jean Kershaw MBE, brings a programme of classical and contemporary piano pieces to HAC for a fundraising concert to raise money for Scarborough, Whitby an...Event type: Music
Read more about MIND Music 2024 Buy tickets for MIND Music 2024Everwitch Theatre - Bomb Happy D-Day80 Double-bill: Hank & Smudger's Stories
Sat 1 June, 7.30pm
Bomb Happy DDay:80 - double-bill To commemorate the 80 th Anniversary of D-Day this year this poignant and lyrical double-bill includes: Premiere of the short film In the Footsteps of Hank Haydock; ...Event type: Theatre, Film, Music
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Sun 2 June, 3.30pm
After enjoying The Badger and the Coins join Gemma from Hoglets Theatre to create your own shadow puppet inspired by the show. We'll be looking at shadow and light, colour and movement to create your...Event type: Workshops, Family, Theatre
This event is family friendly
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Sun 2 June, 2.30pm
An original Hoglets play, based on a Japanese folk tale. “When Mother Earth created the humble Badger, he gave it a very special gift. Badgers… are shapeshifters! ” When an ...Event type: Theatre, Family
This event is family friendly
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Mon 3 June, 7.30pm
Stephen Bird will give a lecture on a series of 21 paintings he created in 2015-16 on the Book of Genesis, a project funded by the Farmington Institute of the University of Oxford. The Genesis stories...Event type: Talks
Read more about The Arts Society Helmsley: Genesis - A Visual Exploration & ExhibitionDrip Drop Theatre - All Those On Board, a new musical by E.C.R Roberts
Thu 6 June, 7.30pm
ALL THOSE ON BOARDA new musical by E.C.R. RobertsPerformed by Drip Drop TheatreBingham-by-the-Sea’s SAVE THE LIDO group members are determined to save the town’s long closed 1930s lid...Event type: Theatre, Music
Read more about Drip Drop Theatre - All Those On Board, a new musical by E.C.R RobertsThe Only Living Boy In (New) York; The songs of Paul Simon
Fri 7 June, 7.30pm
Gary Stewart is a singer/songwriter from Perthshire, who cut his teeth performing on the Leeds music scene for 15 years, before moving to York where he currently resides. Stewart writes songs in the F...Event type: Music
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Sun 9 June, 10am - 1pm
This workshop is suitable for all levels, from absolute beginners to anyone wanting to explore new techniques. Enjoy space to explore the magic of watercolour in a mindful and playful way - no drawing...Event type: Workshops
Read more about Forests with artist Ione HarrisonBen Beattie's After Midnight Band
Sat 15 June, 8pm
The After Midnight Band experience takes audiences on an epic musical journey celebrating the sounds of the greats and the lesser known. Taking you through all the very best rip-roaring-honking woooop...Event type: Music
Read more about Ben Beattie's After Midnight Band Buy tickets for Ben Beattie's After Midnight BandCalf 2 Cow presents Sherlock & Watson - A Murder in the Garden
Thu 20 June, 7pm
"Watson, I'm sorry to say but they are dead, murdered, killed! This will be our toughest investigation yet, get my coat and my hat!" When a body is mysteriously found lying in the middle of Lan...Event type: Theatre
Please note: the location is Helmsley Walled Garden
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Fri 21 June, 7.30pm
Click here to book tickets! "Hi I would like to introduce you to QWEEN UK. We are the premier UK Queen tribute band consisting of four experienced and professionally seasoned musicians. We have a sh...Event type: Music
Read more about Qween UKTwo Bards and a Songbird Performance
Sat 22 June, 7.30pm
A unique celebration of song, inspired by the two bards - William Shakespeare and Robert Burns, and performed by singer and singing leader Jessa Liversidge. Sit back and enjoy Jessa's heartfelt perfor...Event type: Music
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Sat 22 June, 4pm - 6pm
Book a combined workshop ticket and take part in an uplifting singing workshop, with the opportunity to sing alongside Jessa as part of the evening performance. During the workshop, singers will work ...Event type: Music, Workshops, Other
Read more about Two Bards and a Songbird Performance & Workshop Buy tickets for Two Bards and a Songbird Performance & WorkshopSnake Davis Band - Summer 24
Sat 29 June, 7.30pm
Snake Davis brings his 4 piece band, with guitar, bass guitar and drums. Something for everybody, from floaty to dance-able, from soul through pop to jazz and world, original material and classic sax ...Event type: Music
Read more about Snake Davis Band - Summer 24 Buy tickets for Snake Davis Band - Summer 24Anna Matyus Exhibition
Tue 2 July - Fri 9 August
Anna’s work explores the powerful spiritual resonance of historical sacred buildings and their setting in the landscape. She loves combining the representational imagery of soaring monumental ...Event type: Exhibitions
Read more about Anna Matyus Exhibition1812 Theatre Company - The Vicar of Dibley
Wed 3 July - Sat 6 July, 2.30pm / 7.30pm
A stage play, adapted from the original TV series written by Richard Curtis and Paul Mayhew-Archer. When Reverend Pottle dies, much to the surprise of the Dibley Parish Council, his replacement is Ger...Event type: Theatre
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Fri 12 July, 6.30pm-9pm
Take control of your pelvic floor with this physiotherapist-endorsed, informative, empowering and HILARIOUS evening. For more information or to book please call Anne 07999751049 £25 per ...Event type: Workshops, Talks
Read more about Pelvic Floor Workshop with expert Cherry BakerFernando Maynart - An evening of Samba music
Sat 13 July, 7.30pm
The Brazilian singer, composer, guitarist and percussionist Fernando Maynart, is introducing his new album ‘TranSambas’, bringing together the different rhythmic nuances of samba. These rh...Event type: Music
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Sun 14 July, 10am - 1pm
This workshop is suitable for all levels, from absolute beginners to anyone wanting to explore new techniques. Enjoy space to explore the wonderful medium of watercolour in a mindful and playful way -...Event type: Workshops
Read more about Moorlands with artist Ione HarrisonThe Three Inch Fools - The Comedy of Errors
Fri 19 July, 7pm
The Three Inch Fools are back with Shakespeare’s shortest - and wildest - comedy. The clock is ticking, as the Fools rush to untangle one almighty mess in this farcical tale of long-lost twins, ...Event type: Theatre, Other
Please note: the location is Helmsley Walled Garden
Read more about The Three Inch Fools - The Comedy of ErrorsPRINT AND REPEAT - Make your own fabric design (and matching wallpaper!)
Sun 21 July, 10am - 4pm
Repeat patterns exist everywhere - wallpapers, curtains, clothes, those patterns that go on forever, seamlessly. In this one day workshop, join artist and costumier Tabitha Grove to learn how to desig...Event type: Workshops
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Fri 26 July, 7.30pm
After 30 years in London and the south, the jazz singer and former BBC radio presenter Bridget Metcalfe has returned to her native Yorkshire. Now collaborating with musicians who have toured the world...Event type: Music
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Sat 27 July, 7.30pm
A social evening in HAC’s studio bar with the opportunity to hear local musicians and artists perform, or to perform yourself!. The bar will be open serving beer from Helmsley Brewery and Brass ...Event type: Music, Spoken Word, Other
Read more about HAC Studio Bar Open Mic - July 2024Botanical Impressions: Plant Hammering
Sat 3 August, 11.30am-1.30pm
Explore the enchanting world of botanical artistry in our "Plant Hammering" workshop! Uncover the secrets of transforming nature's wonders into vibrant imprints on paper and fabric. With every gentle ...Event type: Workshops
Read more about Botanical Impressions: Plant HammeringFantastical Worlds & Imaginariums!
Mon 5 August - Wed 7 August, 10am - 2pm
Imaginations at the ready! Over the course of 3 workshops, through fun packed drama games and imaginative theatre techniques we’ll create our very own fantastical world, out of which will emerge...Event type: Workshops, Family, Theatre
This event is family friendly
Read more about Fantastical Worlds & Imaginariums!The Three Inch Fools - The Secret Diary of Henry VIII
Tue 6 August, 7pm
The Three Inch Fools present an essential guide on how to keep your head in the Tudor Court. Unexpectedly thrust into the limelight, Henry navigates the ups and downs of courtly life, and all whilst f...Event type: Theatre
Please note: the location is Helmsley Walled Garden
Read more about The Three Inch Fools - The Secret Diary of Henry VIIIThe Three Day Thriller!
Mon 12 August - Wed 14 August, 10am - 2pm
Buckle up ready for this thrilling impro and devising workshop (over 3 days) exploring different theatre & performance techniques to create a brand new story in the exciting “Thriller”...Event type: Workshops, Family
This event is family friendly
Read more about The Three Day Thriller! Buy tickets for The Three Day Thriller!The Arts Society Helmsley: Irish Art from the 19th and 20th Centuries
Mon 2 September, 7.30pm
This talk will look at the huge rise of interest in Irish art from the mid-1990’s, coinciding with the Celtic Tiger, and the dramatic change that took place in 2007. The lecture will be illustra...Event type: Talks
Read more about The Arts Society Helmsley: Irish Art from the 19th and 20th CenturiesMichele O'Brien presents - I'm Glad I Asked
Fri 13 September, 7.30pm
Please note this is a rescheduled event from 15th March 2024. An honest and truthful reflection on what it means to have an older parent and the questions we need to ask, but rarely get the chan...Event type: Theatre
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Sat 21 September - Sun 22 September
Join us for a wonderful weekend in the beautiful market town of Helmsley for a literary weekend where we'll be welcoming writers such as Joanne Harris, Anne Fine, John Hegley and more! As well as tal...Event type: Workshops, Talks, Other
Read more about Helmsley Literary FestivalThe Arts Society Helmsley: The Lure of the South of France
Mon 7 October, 7.30pm
Artists have always been drawn to the bright light of the South of France. This talk focusses on some of the most famous who were inspired by its beauty, such as Cezanne, Monet, Van Gogh, Gaugin and t...Event type: Talks
Read more about The Arts Society Helmsley: The Lure of the South of FranceLooking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood
Fri 11 October, 7.30pm
“The most feel-good show in town”⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ (The Daily Mail) has spread nostalgia and laughter throughout the UK and has the seal of approval from Victoria’s very own school chu...Event type: Music
Read more about Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria Wood Buy tickets for Looking For Me Friend: The Music of Victoria WoodSimon Parker - A Ride Across America: Countdown to the 2024 Presidential Election
Sat 12 October, 7.30pm
A Ride Across America: Countdown to the 2024 Presidential Election As the USA heads to the polls, join award-winning travel writer, public speaker, and filmmaker Simon Parker for a night of adv...Event type: Talks
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Mon 4 November, 7.30pm
Best known for his outlandish appearances dressed as his feminine alter ego, Claire, Grayson Perry is now a core part of the art establishment, a Turner Prize winner, Royal Academician, popular broadc...Event type: Talks
Read more about The Arts Society Helmsley: Pots and Frocks - The World Of Grayson Perry From Essex Punk Potter To Superstar National Treasure1812 Pantomime - Pinocchio
Sat 7 December - Sun 15 December, 2.30pm | 7.30pm
Join the 1812 Theatre company at Helmsley Arts Centre for the ever popular Panto! Pinocchio by Tom Whalley - a Pantomime with no strings attached! Directed by Natasha Jones Geppetto, an...Event type: Theatre
This event is family friendly
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