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ONGOING EVENTS NOW IN BLOOM WATER LILLIES, Burnby Hall, every day, 10am-5.30pm. The Upper and Lower lakes at Burnby Hall Gardens, Pocklington, are home to a National Collection of over 100 varieties of hardy water lily, making it one of only two in the country. in the 1930s 50 varieties of water lily were introduced to the lakes, beginning what was ultimately to become the fantastic National Collection enjoyed today - one of the best collections in a natural setting. If you’ve never seen the lilies in bloom, why not pop along to see them this year? Visit www.burnbyhallgardens.com

UNTIL 18 th NOVEMBER IMPACT: FIRST WORLD WAR LEGACIES, York Army Museum. This new exhibition looks at the impact of WW1 on Yorkshire. Call 01904 461010.

UNTIL 14 th SEPTEMBER THE GENIUS OF GRINLING GIBBONS, Fairfax House. Marking 350 years since his time working as a journeyman in York, The Genius of Grinling Gibbons is the first exhibition in 20 years to focus on the work of this legendary carver and will explore the life, work and extraordinary genius of one of Britain’s greatest artists, sculptors and craftsmen. Visit www. fairfaxhouse.co.uk

UNTIL 28 th JULY THE EPHEMERAL NATURE OF FLOWERS, Lotte Inch Gallery. A new exhibition by Rebecca Louise Law. Visit www.lotteinch.co.uk HIGHWAY RAT ACTIVITY TRAIL, Dalby Forest. Follow the panels, complete activities and interact with the forest as you head on a journey with The Highway Rat and all the characters from the story. Also enjoy a feasts day on 21st July. Call 01751 472771.

UNTIL 1 st JULY YOU'LL BE

PETRIFIED, York Dungeon. For a limited time only, experience a new and 'petrifying' show at the Dungeon. Hear the prophesies of Mother Shipton as she predicts your future... and ultimate demise. Gulp. Visit www.thedungeons. com/york

JUNE UNTIL 31 st AUGUST ART IN THE HALL - THE TUDORS COME TO BEDERN HALL, Bedern Hall. View a new art exhibition by printmaker Sally Clarke. All works are for sale, with proceeds going to Bedern Hall. Visit www.bedernhall.co.uk

25 th JUNE-2 nd SEPTEMBER

SHAKESPEARE'S ROSE THEATRE, Tower Street. Europe’s first ever pop-up Shakespearean theatre is coming to York! The replica theatre will host four Shakespeare plays during the summer, in authentic and dramatic surroundings. See Macbeth, Romeo & Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Richard III performed as they would have been in the bard's day, and wander around the Shakespearian village outside, with food and entertainments galore. To go or not to go? Definitely go. Visit www. shakespearesrosetheatre.com

28 th JUNE-1 st JULY FLOWER FESTIVAL: AN ENGLISH COUNTRY GARDEN, Castle Howard. The festival, now in its fifth year, will see spectacular floral displays that will transform Castle Howard’s grand interiors into an English Country Garden. Alongside the installations in the house, the festival will include a series of talks,

demonstrations and workshops from local professional growers. This year’s festival will see a new direction as we welcome a new creative team led by Fiona Pickles – with a mission to bring the wild outdoors inside the House. Flower power! www.castlehoward.co.uk

30 th JUNE-1 st JULY OPEN

WEEKEND, IH Motorhomes, Knottingley, WF11 0BS, 10am-4pm. Check out the latest in motorhomes – all hand-built by Yorkshire craftsmen. Visit www.ihmotorhomes.com

JULY

1 st WEDDING FAIR, North York Moors Railway, Pickering Station, 10am. Explore Pickering station and see the railway's function room dressed to impress for a wedding. Also, meet the Wedding Coordinators who will be on hand to discuss your individual needs for the big day. Visit www.nymr.co.uk FARM SUNDAY, Burton Agnes Hall, 11am-5pm. See an impressive display of Burton Agnes Estate’s farm machinery, including 200 horsepower John Deere tractors, a 30ft cut Claas combine, a digger, sprayer, drill, plough and forklift, to name just a few! Visit www.burtonagnes. com

4 th JULY-2 nd SEPTEMBER HEART OF YORKSHIRE FESTIVAL, Dean's Park. There will be tours and talks for all ages, workshops, crafts, performances and screenings of blockbuster films – all a part of York Minster's new summer festival. The pinnacle of the season is the incredible Stone Carving Festival, where you can see the talent of the stonemasons. Visit www.yorkminster.org

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THOR’S SÓL ÁST, Dean's Park. The team behind York’s popular THOR’S tipi bar is back with SÓL ÁST – the pop-up tipi bar with a summery vibe. Visit www. thorstipi.com

5 th -8 th BLOOM! Across York. Celebrate York’s rich and varied horticultural heritage as well as showcasing activity currently happening across the city. The jam-packed programme includes the involvement of more than 70 regional businesses and more than 100 fringe events. Visit www. bloomyork.com

5 th -7 th KNIT POPPIES, York Army Museum. Part of The Bloom festival, go to the museum and knit poppies which will be displayed outside the museum and then used to commemorate the end of WW1 centenary. Visit www. yorkarmymuseum.co.uk

6 th JULY-2 nd SEPTEMBER STEVE HUISON EXHIBITION, Pyramid Gallery. Artist/actor Steve Huison presents an eclectic mix of works titled Musings of an Erratic Mind. Visit www. pyramidgallery.com

6 th -8 th STAXTONBURY FAMILY MUSIC FESTIVAL, Manor Farm, Staxton, near Scarborough. Join in celebrating ten years of the family festival, with five stages hosting hundreds of bands and fun things to do. To book, visit www.staxtonbury.com

6 th -8 th BEYOND THE VOTE

FESTIVAL, De Grey Court, York St John University. A three day takeover to mark the centenary of British women gaining the vote. Celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and reflect upon the challenges facing women today. Visit www.yorksj. ac.uk

6 th GARY BARLOW TRIBUTE, Mecure York Fairfield Manor. Feast on a two course meal, then be serenaded by a Gary Barlow impersonator, followed by a DJ until midnight. Visit www. mercureyork.co.uk

7 th -8 th & 22 nd -23 rd OPEN

WEEKENDS, Holgate Windmill, 11am-4pm. Visit York's only surviving windmill, find out about the restoration work, and buy some flour. Also, enjoy a Mini Millers session on 21st. Visit www. holgatewindmill.org

7 th SAY OWT CLASH OF

CHAMPIONS, City Screen Basement, 7.30pm. Expect a melting pot of raw and raucous spoken work, and political and fun poetry. Email info@sayowt.co.uk LIFE OF A MEADOW KEEPER & SCYTHE DEMO, York St John University, from 10am. As part of the Bloom! Festival, enjoy St Nicks Nature Reserve Manager's stories from the lives of local ‘Meadow Keepers’ followed by a scything demo from 2pm. Visit www. stnicks.org.uk

8 th BRING ON TOMORROW, York Barbican. A unique show creatively put together to showcase local talent and openly display historic events from LGBT history. The show covers the Stonewall Riots, HIV in the '80s, and the hate crime they still face today around the world. To book, call 0844 8542757. THE YORKSHIRE FLEA, Skipton Auction Mart, 9am-4pm. An antique, vintage, collectible and mid-century retail event. Call 01274 588505.

10 th , 24 th , 25 th , & 30 th SPECIAL STUDY AFTERNOONS, The Grand Hotel. Special study afternoons prior to seeing a show at Shakespeare's Rose Theatre. Enjoy an entertaining and informative pre-show talk by a top Shakespeare expert, read key scenes together as part of the afternoon workshop, and work with leading Shakespeareans to understand the plays. To book, www.shakespearesrosetheatre. com/talks

10 th ROMAN BURIALS IN YORKSHIRE, DIG, 6-8pm. In this informative talk, Katie Keefe from the University of York will compare the findings from the Newington Hotel dig with Roman burials from across Yorkshire. Visit www.digyork.com

12 th VIKKI CLAYTON, Black Swan Folk Club, 7.45pm. On tour from New Zealand, a great singer and entertainer with a rich repertoire of songs old and new. Call 01904 679131. JON RICHARDSON, Pocklington Arts Centre, 8pm. The British Comedy Award nominee and star of Live At The Apollo and 8 Out Of 10 Cats complains about the state of the world and offer no solutions. Visit www. pocklingtonartscentre.co.uk

13 th YORK DUNGEON LATES, York Dungeon, from 8pm. The York Dungeon will be opening into the darker hours of the night, with new surprises in its shows. Expect more scares, cheekier jokes and even…well, we’ll let you find out for yourself. Visit www.thedungeons. com/york

14 th JULY-3 rd SEPTEMBER

YORK MAZE, Elvington. It's time once again to explore Europe’s biggest maze and the winner of many awards, including Yorkshire’s Best Tourism Experience. Enjoy over 20 rides, attractions and shows, including the Crowmania ride, Corn Snake Tower Slides and Kernel Kernel’s House of Cornfusion where rooms magically begin to shrink, fall over, and even turn upside down. Plus, new for 2018, you can scale new heights on the Volcorno! Sounds corny, but we think it sounds a-maze-ing! Visit www.yorkmaze.co.uk

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14 th JULY-2 nd SPETEMBER

RICHARD III – HERO OR VILLAIN, York Dungeon. After you've seen the show at Shakespeare's Rose Theatre, why not toddle up the road to meet the Yorkist King himself? King Richard III comes back to his favourite city for York Dungeon's summer show, but what kind of a King will you meet? Is Richard III the hero of England; well-loved but the victim of bad PR by the Tudors? Or is there more truth to his portrayal in the bard's play? Was Richard III really a villainous, nephew-murdering usurper? In this new walk-through show you'll decide if Richard III was a hero or a villain. Visit www.thedungeons.com/york

14 th -15 th '60S FEST 2018, North York Moors Railway, Pickering Station, from 11am. Head back in time to the swinging sixties with events up and down the railway. Visit www.nymr.co.uk

14 th POTTERY DAY – MAKE A ROMAN FACE POT, DIG, 1-3pm & 3.30-5.30pm. Create your own replica pot using the method used by the Romans in Tang Hall 2000 years ago. Visit www.digyork.com

15 th HISTORIC VEHICLE RALLY

2018, Newby Hall, 10am-5pm. Up to 1500 cars of all makes, from Aston Martin to Wolseley, will be polished up by their proud owners and put on parade. It’s a fantastic day out for the whole family, and tickets include entry into the gardens and adventure playground. Visit www.newbyhall.com

19 th -29 th THE GREAT YORKSHIRE

FRINGE, across York. Taking over York city centre for the fourth year running, The Great Yorkshire Fringe promises exciting theatre and comedy to entertain the whole family, plus world food and craft beer galore. Spread over eleven days, the 2018 festival will take place in the heart of York, transforming Parliament Street into a village green. Headliners include Reginald D Hunter, Michael Palin, Stephen K Amos, Omid Djalili, Gyles Brandreth, Tony Slattery, and Rachel Parris. Visit www. greatyorkshirefringe.com

19 th -20 th YORK STAMP & COIN

FAIR, York Racecourse. See 95 stamp and postal history dealers, and more than 60 coin, banknote and medal dealers. Visitors can buy or sell, get valuations or simply browse and find out what these hobbies are all about. In addition, there are often specialist society meetings to which everyone is welcome, whether a member or not. Visit www.stampshows.net

20 th BETH ORTON, Pocklington Arts Centre, 8pm. BRIT award winning singer-songwriter Beth Orton plays the centre. Visit www.pocklingtonartscentre. co.uk

21 st JULY-2 nd SEPTEMBER

RAILWAY ADVENTURE, North York Moors Railway. Create memorable experiences this summer holiday with the whole family! Take a trip behind a steam engine, visit five heritage stations, see stunning views of the North York Moors National Park and explore the Yorkshire Seaside Town of Whitby! Visit www.nymr.co.uk

21 st -22 nd CASTLE HOWARD 10K & HALF MARATHON, Castle Howard. Lace up your running shoes, iron your swimming trunks, and... oil(?) your bike to compete in this year's gruelling triathlon, set amongst the sumptuous surroundings of 'the big house up t'road'. This year will see the number of other races at Castle Howard, expanded with the addition of a half-marathon and a 10k race. A great day out for all, both competitors and spectators, and you can get £5 off your entry fee with the code below. Visit www.castletriathlonseries.co.uk

21 st -22 nd VIVA LA DANCE, Joseph Rowntree Theatre, 7.30pm. A superb dance show featuring tap, jazz, ballet, acrobatics, and more. Call 01904 501935. MASHAM STEAM RALLY 2018, Masham, HG4 4NX, from 10am. Enjoy a great family day out, checking out the steam engines and organs. Call 01765 689569.

21 st FIREWORKS

CHAMPIONSHIPS, Newby Hall, 6-10.30pm. Three teams create a stunning displays choreographed to music and the audience votes for a winner on the night via SMS. To finish there is a final display by the organisers to round off what is always a fantastic night. Visit www.newbyhall.com

22 nd ALDBOROUGH & BOROUGHBRIDGE SHOW, Newby Hall, 10am-5.30pm. For the second year, the Aldborough & Boroughbridge Agricultural Show is returning and includes entry into the award winning gardens and legendary adventure playground. Visit www.newbyhall.com VINTAGE PROPS FAMILY DAY, Yorkshire Air Museum. A great day of family entertainment to celebrate the start of the School Summer Holidays, celebrating Vintage propellor driven aircraft. The collection of piston engined aircraft will all be running live throughout the day, and enjoy flypasts by the Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight’s Lancaster, Hurricane and Spitfire. Visit www.yorkshireairmuseum.org

25 th LIVING HISTORY, Barley Hall. Meet the costumed volunteer team as they showcase serving life in the Hall in the late-medieval and early Tudor period.

26 th KARIN GRANDAL-PARK & KARL ROBINS, Black Swan Folk Club, 7.45pm. Modern folk songs from a Cumbria-based singer and her multi-instrumentalist partner. Call 01904 679131. FREE VALUATION EVENT, The Bar Convent, 11am-3pm. Tennants

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Auctioneers will appraise your antiques, collectibles, and jewellery. Call 01423 531661.

28 th DUNNINGTON FAYRE GOES LIVE, Dunnington, 11am- 9.30pm. The ever-popular family fun day and musical festival returns to the village of Dunnington. The first part of the day, until 4pm, will be crammed with entertainment, displays, stalls, rides, a horse show and so much more. Then, until 9.30pm, revel in a musical festival with lots of local and national acts to dance away the night. And hey, if you like tasty local grub and drink, get your taste buds over there. Visit www. dunningtoncommunityevents.org.uk THE TWILIGHT FLEA, Thirsk Rural Business Centre, 12noon-7pm. The popular flea market returns. Call 01274 588505.

28 th SELBY FOOD & DRINK

FESTIVALS, Market Place, Selby, 9.30am-5pm. Feast ye gobs on the finest food and drink Yorkshire has to offer. The Selby Food & Drink Festival, taking place in Market Place and elsewhere in the centre of town, will feature live music and children's entertainment. This year there will also be a Cookery Theatre with Nigel Brown throughout the day and plenty of delicious food to try and buy. Plenty of places to seat and relax, so there's no excuse not to make a day of it. Call 01757 708449.

29 th GOLDEN ERA VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE RUN, Yorkshire Air Museum. See motorcycles from the very earliest days of motorised transport setting out from the Museum for a day’s riding around the Yorkshire Wolds. Visit www.yorkshireairmuseum.org

AUGUST

8 th THORNTON-LE-DALE SHOW, Thornton-le-Dale, from 9am. Enjoy a working terrier show, lurcher show, junior show jumping, children’s fancy dress and sports events ranging from the Men’s 400 yards race, to the hugely entertaining children’s tug of war. Visit www.thorntonledale.com

18 th CASTLE HOWARD PROMS, Castle Howard. Set in the magnificent Gardens of Castle Howard, this spectacular classical concert will be a night to remember for the whole family. Guest soloists include Lesley Garrett CBE and tenor Geraint Dodd who will be joined on stage by the London Gala Orchestra conducted by Stephen Bell. Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk VINTAGE AFTERNOON TEA, The Bar Convent, 2.30pm. Enjoy afternoon tea with live musical from Miss Marina Mae. To book, call 01904 643238.

EVERY DAY

MAGIC & MYSTERY, Barley Hall. Explore the role of magic in the everyday lives of people living in the Middle Ages. Displays investigate the individuals pronounced in written records as witches and wizards; the ‘science’ of magic, alchemy and experimentation; protective charms and forecasting the future through prophecies and dreams. Visit www.barleyhall.co.uk JORVIK VIKING CENTRE, Coppergate. The world-famous attraction has reopened after a multimillion pound re-imagining following the devastating flooding in 2015. Enjoy a new ride experience with the sights, sounds and, of course, smells, of the Viking-Age. There is updated historical interpretation, showcasing the cultural ‘melting pot’ of 10th-century York, and the latest cutting edge technology bringing the Viking period to life. Visit www.jorvikvikingcentre.co.uk YORKSHIRE’S JURASSIC WORLD, Yorkshire Museum. From the depths of the deepest seas to the ancient coasts and tropical shallows, meet the dinosaurs and sea monsters that once roamed the vast and ever-changing landscapes. Experience each Jurassic world as the colossal creatures and their surroundings are brought to life. Visit www.yorkshiremuseum.org.uk DICK IS BACK, York Dungeon. Dick Turpin, the infamous 18th century highwayman, will return to York in an exciting new show. Visitors will be encouraged to hold on tight to their belongings while they take a seat in the carriage and travel along the York Road, where rumour has it the most notorious York villain has returned. Featuring new gags and special effects, visitors will learn all about Dick Turpin’s crimes and how he treated his victims. Visit www. thedungeons.com/york

YORKSHIRE LAVENDER, Terrington. This summer marks the 21st Anniversary of one of the top award winning tourist attractions in Yorkshire: winner of Yorkshire in Bloom for 10 years running and one of the largest suppliers of lavender in the country. Visitors to Yorkshire Lavender in Terrington can not only admire the stunning lavender displays, they can also browse around the gift shop and have a light lunch or cream tea. Visit www.yorkshirelavender. com

YORKWALK, from Museum Gardens Gates, daily at 10.30am and 2.15pm. Entertaining historical walks taking place every day, as well as specialist tours such as Richard III and Jewish Heritage. Visit www.yorkwalk.co.uk or call 07970 848709. HIDDEN MINSTER, York Minster, Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays, 11am. Take a journey above the roof tops and explore York Minster's hidden architectural gems of the Mason's Loft and Chapter House roof. Visit www. yorkminster.org or call 0844 9390011. 25O YEARS OF TERRY’S, York’s Chocolate Story, 10am-6pm. The exhibition showcases a selection of the most interesting of the Terry’s products from opium based throat sweets to some of the most beautiful and decadent chocolate boxes in history. Visit www. yorkschocolatestory.com YORK GOLF RANGE, Towthorpe Moor Lane, near Strensall. Set in beautiful countryside, York Golf Range features a whole host of fun activities. Visit www.yorkgolfrange.co.uk or call 01904 499275. BOROUGHBRIDGE MARINER, Boroughbridge. Hire a boat for a few hours, or even buy one for good. Call 01423 323400. NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS

RAILWAY, Pickering. See 24 miles of Yorkshire’s amazing scenery aboard classic trains and during fun activities. Visit www.nymr.co.uk WHITE ROSE YORK TOURS, meet at west entrance to York Minster, 11am & 3pm (also 1pm Fri & Sat). Take a free history tour of the city centre. Call 07792 207679. GHOST TRAIL OF YORK, West Doors of York Minster, 7.30pm. Dare

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you cross the centuries and discover York’s spine-chilling history? Visit www. ghosttrail.co.uk or call 01904 633276. THE GHOST BUS TOURS, Departing from York Railway Station bus stop RE daily at 7.30pm & additional weekend tours. The unique comedy horror show takes you around the darker side of York on board a classic 1960s Routemaster. Call 0844 5678666.

REGULAR EVENTS EVERY SUNDAY FREE INCLUSIVE CYCLING SESSIONS, Heslington East, University of York, 2-4pm. Join Get Cycling and try a range of different bikes (April to October). Call 636812. WIGGINTON CAR BOOT SALE, Home Farm, Corban Lane, Wigginton. The Sunday car boot sale returns from 23rd April to run until September. Call 01904 768463.

2nd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

MALTON FOOD MARKET, Malton. The best of Yorkshire produce, as well as entertainment and demonstrations. Visit www.maltonyorkshire.co.uk

YORK AND DISTRICT GUILD OF WEAVERS, Spinners and Dyers, Yorkshire Farming Museum, Murton. Visit www.yorks-guild-wsd.org.uk or call 07811 393123. LAST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH MAKERS' MARKET, Shambles Market, 9am-5pm. Browse unique works from local artists and crafters at the monthly Makers’ Market. SENIOR CYCLE RIDES, Get Cycling, Hospital Fields Road, 10am. Guided bike rides for older people. Call 636812.

Every Wednesday ORIGAMI

WORKSHOP. Ippuku tea house, york. from 11.30am - 12.30pm. £5.

EVERY THURSDAY TRADITIONAL

JAZZ. Cross Keys, Tadcaster Road. Enjoy traditional jazz from local bands for free from 1pm-3.30pm each weeday at the Cross keys. Call 01904 700854

SCARBOROUGH OPEN AIR THEATRE

To book tickets, visit www.scarboroughopenairtheatre.com 5 TH JULY Emeli Sandé 6 TH JULY Noel Gallagher’s High Flying

Birds 19 TH JULY Stereophonics 20 TH JULY Pete Tong Ibiza Classics Tour 21 ST JULY Il Divo 26 TH JULY James Arthur 28 TH JULY Bastille 11 TH AUG Texas 17 TH AUG Britney Spears 18 TH AUG James

Goddards, giving a daughter’s view of the Terry home and man behind the chocolate business and his family.

5 TH -8 TH JULY GODDARDS IN BLOOM LUNCH AND TALK. Enjoy a two course light lunch made with inspiration from the kitchen garden, followed by an exclusive tour round the delightful arts and crafts garden with the senior gardener as part of York’s Bloom horticulture festival.

13 TH , 14 TH & 27 TH JULY HORSE RACING AND CHOCOLATES. Hear the sounds of York races in the garden, and get in the mood by discovering how the Terry family were connected. For the kids, gallop around the gardens on hobby horses and make racing badges.

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YORK THEATRE ROYAL To book: 623568

BLACK BOX SHOWCASE 3 • 20 TH JULY Three exciting artists/companies share an extract from their latest new project.

THE BIG YORKSHIRE YOUTH THEATRE FESTIVAL • 21 ST -22 ND JULY A weekend packed with workshops, performances and a chance to meet other youth theatres in Yorkshire, with opportunities to bring a short performance too.

THE SECRET GARDEN • 27 TH JULY-25 TH AUGUST It’s 1910, and spoilt, lonely Mary Lennox lives a life of luxury in India with her aristocratic parents. But when an unexpected twist of fate suddenly leaves her orphaned, she is sent to live with an unknown uncle in Misselthwaite Manor on the wild Yorkshire Moors.

JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE To book: 501935 Visit www. josephrowntreetheatre.co.uk BUGSY MALONE LIVE • 30 TH JUNE- 1 ST JULY An exciting, immersive production of the classic family favourite. Some of the area's most talented young performers feature in this full scale SPLURGE FEST!

YORK MUSIC FORUM "SUMMER SHOWCASE" • 4 TH JULY York Music Forum brings a showcase of their many musical talents. From beautiful choirs and exceptional jazz to the Stagecentre concert band.

STRICTLY HAPPY• 15 TH JULY

The Bev Jones Music Company brings you all the old faces, plus some new ones too, with a bright, happy show full of fun and summer sunshine.

THE CASE OF THE FRIGHTENED LADY • 9 TH -14 TH JULY When Inspector Tanner is called in to investigate a ruthless murder at Mark’s Priory, the grand ancestral home of the Lebanon family, he quickly discovers that nothing is quite as it seems.

HAIRSPRAY • 16 TH -21 ST JULY It’s Baltimore, 1962 where Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, is on a mission to follow her dreams and dance her way onto national TV.

THE CARPENTERS STORY • 26 TH JULY This highly acclaimed concertstyle production continues to captivate audiences across the UK with its spectacular re-creation of the classic songbook that made The Carpenters a legend in the world of popular music.

STEPHEN JOSEPH THEATRE Scarborough, Visit www.sjt.uk.com

THE 39 STEPS • 21 ST JUNE-23 RD AUGUST A brilliant, fast-moving spoof including legendary scenes such as the chase on the Flying Scotsman, the escape from the Forth Bridge, the first ever theatrical bi-plane crash and a deathdefying (well nearly) finale.

BUILD A ROCKET • 24 TH JULY-8 TH SEPTEMBER Yasmin is young and feisty and lives on the edge. A young mum, her Scarborough isn’t sandcastles, arcades and donkey rides. She’s been dealt a rough hand and has to decide whether to give in or get smart. An explosive portrait of a young heroine of our times.

JOKING APART • 26 TH JULY-4 TH OCTOBER For Richard and Anthea everything in life just falls into place. With their warmth, careless charm, generosity and business success they are a truly golden couple. They invite their friends to celebrate with them over the years. Perhaps it’s inevitable that the others suffer by comparison. Quiet misery, unrequited love and jealousy play their part in this painfully funny comedy.

JOHN COOPER STUDIO THEATRE, 41 MONKGATE Visit www.41monkgate.co.uk

FOLLIES • 6 TH -15 TH JULY Follies

SHAKESPEARE'S ROSE THEATRE, EYE OF YORK www.shakespearesrosetheatre.com 25 TH JUNE-2 ND SEPTEMBER Four of William Shakespeare’s greatest plays will be performed in repertory over the 10-week summer season: Macbeth, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Romeo and Juliet and Richard III.

focuses on two unhappily married couples attending a reunion for veteran performers of the Weismann’s Follies, a 30’s musical revue, in an old theatre that’s about to be demolished.

FUNNY GIRL • 23 RD -28 TH JULY

Funny Girl brought global fame to Barbara Streisand 50 years ago. This ‘exhilarating’ musical tells the story of Fanny Brice, whose vocal talents and comedic ability see her rise from Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star.

YORK BARBICAN Visit www.yorkbarbican.co.uk

THE ELO EXPERIENCE • 24 TH JULY The ELO Experience are the world’s foremost tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra. With a sensational string section, a stunning light show and large screen projection to further enhance the experience, why not come along and enjoy this incredible show?

CASTLE HOWARD Visit www.castlehoward.co.uk

THE GREAT GATSBY •11 TH -15 TH JULY Originally created in York by writer and director Alexander Wright, this unique production has now performed to over 50,000 people in eight locations across the UK and Ireland. As London’s longest running immersive theatre show, this is a rare opportunity to experience this cult piece of theatre as it visits Castle Howard for one week only.