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There's never a dull moment in Richmond...

There’s always something to do and somewhere to go in Richmond. With the unique Georgian Theatre Royal plus the award-winning independent cinema at The Station, drama and cinema are well taken care of, and then there’s the sparkling events programme at the Green Howards Museum, as well as Richmond Castle and the Richmondshire Museum.

Right now, we are deep in the varied magnificence of the Swaledale Festival, with many events taking place in Richmond and across the Dales. 

It’s the second week of the festival, and there’s lots to enjoy, from Clare Teal's silken-voiced magic in Leyburn, to the world premiere in Aysgarth of new music inspired by the Dales and its rivers. Just before the premiere, composer Vivek Haria joins Festival patron Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason to discuss the new work and his creative process. 

The Festival closes with the infectious global folk collective Mishra + Deepa Shakthi.

We also celebrate local arts and artists, from a Richmond Chamber Orchestra collaboration to craftspeople rooted in the Dales.

Browse the full programme and book your tickets!

Spectres & Spotlights: Stage Fright
28 Wednesday 28 Oct, 2026 - ,

Wednesday 28 October & Thursday 29 October

7.00pm

Wednesday

7:00 pm

Spectres & Spotlights: Stage Fright

The Georgian Theatre Royal

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When the curtain falls, the real performance begins…

Dare to step into the shadows with Stage Fright at The Georgian Theatre Royal — the UK’s oldest working theatre in its original form. As darkness descends, you’ll be led through eerie backstage passages, candlelit corridors and hidden corners where strange sightings, unexplained sounds and chilling tales have echoed for centuries.

From ghostly apparitions to whispered footsteps in the wings, discover the sinister side of this historic theatre in a spine-tingling evening of storytelling and suspense. A complimentary drink is included to help steady your nerves… though you may still find yourself looking over your shoulder.

Places are limited and expected to sell out quickly. 

Age guidance 14+.

Tickets cost £20 (includes a free drink) and are available from the Box Office on 01748 825252 or online at: www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk

Wednesday 28 October & Thursday 29 October

7.00pm

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