East Anglian Storytelling Festival - 17-19 May Theatre & Performing Arts

Visit the East Anglian Storytelling Festival for an enchanting weekend filled with captivating tales, live performances

Immerse yourself in the picturesque surroundings of the museum grounds as you listen to stories passed down through generations in an ancient folk tradition that knows no age limitFrom music and traditional dance to interactive sessions for families and tales from local communities, there’s something for everyone to enjoyWith a theme of ‘community’, the festival features tradition-bearers carrying centuries-old stories, alongside new tellers remaking the tradition for the future

The partnership between the Museum and the Festival is a huge success and we are thrilled to hold this great weekend for another yearJoin us for a weekend filled with friendship, fabulous stories, and unforgettable memories!

What’s in store?
- Experience the magic of skilled national and regional storytellers such as John Row, Taffy Thomas MBE, Amy Douglas, Shonaleigh Cumbers, and Karin Lundengård
- Take part in ceilidhs, story rounds, and exciting interactive activities
- Listen to live music from talented musicians and watch engaging performance and dance from local communities
- Enjoy evening tales tailored for grownups and young adults, with daytime programmes perfect for families
- Journey around the museum’s historic buildings to find the stories and storytellers hidden inside them
- Camp in the spacious grounds, offering a unique opportunity to stay on-site and connect with nature

For more information about the festival, head to our website

Tickets:
Young Person’s Festival pass – £10
Adult tickets from £20
Family tickets from £55
Camping/campervans – £60

Weekend and day ticket holders have access to the whole museum

Local residents (IP14) enjoy a special discountSimply enter code EASFIP14 at checkout and bring proof of address for festival entryDiscount not available Early Bird, Camping or Young Person tickets

Reviews:
‘Such a friendly festival’ (2023)
‘Fabulous stories and tellers’ (2023)
‘Magical stories, beautiful historic venue’ (2023)

URL:
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Prices:
Whole Weekend Adult: GBP 90.00,
Family Tickets (2 Adults 2 children under 17) from: GBP 55.00,
Children under 4 go FREE: GBP 0.00,
Young people from ages 4 – 16 have a single simple £10 pass for the whole festival: GBP 10.00,
Adult Evening and Day Tickets from: GBP 20.00,
Essential Companion FREE - Child camping FREE: GBP 0.00

Artists: Shonaleigh Cumbers, Taffy Thomas, Amy Douglas, john Row

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