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Write a play for Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2026
Seven paid commissions up for grabs Applications open to writers aged 18+ with a connection to Hull Deadline is Friday 12 September Middle Child are inviting playwrights with “a meaningful connection to Hull” to apply for one of seven paid commissions for Fresh Ink: Hull Playwriting Festival 2026. The available commissions include two full-length 70-minute […]

Discover Dance – International Shows coming to Hull over Autumn
Freedom Festival present The Genesis Hull Truck Theatre, Thursday 28 – Saturday 30 August Tickets: £28.50 – £16.50 Box Office: www.hulltruck.co.uk or phone 01482 323638 In this breath-taking circus performance, 17 world-class acrobats take to the stage to defy the limits of human movement and emotion. The Genesis brings together an original soundscape, a rich and […]

How to Do Freedom Festival 2025
Freedom Festival Arts Trust is proud to announce the 2025 festival dates and an exciting offer of indoor performances, alongside developments under the new leadership of Festival Director Phil Hargreaves, who joined the organisation in September 2024. Since taking the helm, Phil has embarked on an extensive programme of listening and learning – gathering feedback from attendees, artists, sponsors, and partners – to enhance the festival’s impact and visitor experience. His work includes research across Europe, visiting innovative shows and performances, as well as garnering connections that elevate Hull’s status as a world-class international festival destination.

Hull Playwriting Festival returns this weekend
See plays about Hessle Road scrap dealers, daddy dictators and the challenges of queer parenting Take part in workshops about class, changing the world, experimental theatre and writing for TV and podcasts Enjoy talks about theatre criticism, verbatim plays and transfem rage Tickets for each event £3-10 (pay what you decide) Two days of bold […]

New Hull Music Board launch will drive ambitious new music plan for the city
Members of the new Hull Music Board have been revealed at the city’s first forum meeting. Taking place at Connexin Live, the new board was officially launched to oversee the delivery of the Hull Music Plan 2025–2030 – a bold and inclusive five-year strategy to elevate Hull’s music sector and support with the city’s wider Culture & Heritage Strategy. The […]