The Autumn Festival of Norfolk returns in 2024 with another vibrant and diverse programme.
From drama to music, the arts festival spans venues across Norwich and beyond from September 14 to November 29.
Stash Kirkbride, co-founder and artistic director, said: "Along with our extensive guest speaker programme, we are continuing to support opportunities for engagement across the four Festival Signature Projects.
READ MORE: All you need to know ahead of the Old Buckenham Airshow 2024
"These are The Norfolk Arts Awards, Total Ensemble: Arts Initiative, The African Choir of Norfolk and The Norfolk Actors Company.
"Join us in celebrating the creativity and talent that make Norfolk unique.”
Book tickets at autumnfestivalofnorfolk.org, call the box office on 01603 598676 or buy in person at Norwich Theatre Royal.
1. Peter Wilson MBE – Four Quartets Tribute Screening
Where: The Blake Studio, Norwich School, NR1 4DD
When: Saturday, September 14, 7:30pm
Price: £12/£15
A recital screening of T.S. Eliot’s Four Quartets as a special tribute to the late Peter Wilson MBE who was a festival patron.
2. Professor Simon Schama CBE in Conversation with John Wilson
Where: UEA Drama Studio, Norwich, NR4 7AF
When: Saturday, September 28, 1pm
Price: £18/£20
Renowned historian Simon Schama will join the BBC’s This Cultural Life presenter John Wilson in conversation.
3. Jonathon Porritt CBE in Conversation with Tahira Yaqoob
Where: UEA Drama Studio, Norwich, NR4 7AF
When: Saturday, September 28, 3pm
Price: £18/£20
An in-depth profile of one of the UK’s leading minds on climate change.
4. Total Ensemble: Arts Initiative presents Dance into the Fall
Where: The Blake Studio, Norwich School, NR1 4DD
When: Saturday, October 19, 7.30pm
Price: £10/£12
This event features performances that blend contemporary dance with inclusive practices.
5. Paul Jackson - The Realms of Elsewhere
Where: Anteros Arts Foundation, 11-15 Fye Bridge Street, Norwich, NR3 1LJ
When: Sunday, October 27, 7.30pm
Price: £14
Paul Jackson returns with the third instalment in his fantasy world series.
READ MORE: Film and TV star announced for murder mystery heading to Norwich
6. The Norfolk Actors Company presents The Philadelphia Story
Where: The Hostry, Norwich Cathedral, NR1 4EH
When: Monday, October 28-Saturday, November 2, 7.30pm
Price: £10-£18
The Norfolk Actors Company brings the classic play, The Philadelphia Story, to life at The Hostry.
7. Lord & Lady Dannatt in Conversation with the BBC’s Nicholas Witchell
Where: The Hostry, Norwich Cathedral, NR1 4EH
When: Saturday, November 2, 1pm
Price: £18/£20
This event will delve into their extraordinary lives and contributions.
8. Nicholas Witchell in Conversation with the BBC’s Susie Fowler-Watt
Where: The Hostry, Norwich Cathedral, NR1 4EH
When: Saturday, November 2, 3pm
Price: £18/£20
This engaging conversation will explore Witchell's career in journalism and broadcasting.
9. Carlos Acosta in Conversation with John Wilson
Where: The Hostry, Norwich Cathedral, NR1 4EH
When: Sunday, November 3, 1pm
Price: £22/£25
Dancer Carlos Acosta will sit down with the BBC’s John Wilson to discuss his illustrious career.
10. Don Warrington in Conversation with John Wilson
Where: The Hostry, Norwich Cathedral, NR1 4EH
When: Sunday, November 3, 3pm
Price: £18/£20
Born in Trinidad, actor Don Warrington is known for his roles in Rising Damp and Death In Paradise.
11. The African Choir of Norfolk's 4th Annual Gala Concert
Where: Norwich Theatre Playhouse, 42-58 St Georges Street, Norwich, NR3 1AB
When: Saturday, November 16, 7.30pm
Price: £18/£20
The evening will feature a range of African-inspired songs and performances.
READ MORE: First look at hit West End musical coming to city starring The X Factor winner
12. Murder In the Studio Radio Plays
Where: The Maddermarket Theatre, St John's Alley, Norwich, NR2 1DR
When: Sunday, November 17, 7.30pm
Price: £12.60-£18.90
A live performance of three Agatha Christie radio plays, with post-show jazz in the theatre bar.
13. The Kanneh-Mason Family in Concert
Where: The Blake Studio, Norwich School, NR1 4DD
When: Sunday, November 24, 7.30pm
Price: £20/£22
The acclaimed Kanneh-Mason family returns to perform a classical concert.
14. Hot Stove 3 Music and Poetry Evening
Where: Margo's Lounge, 58 Bells Road, Gorleston-on-Sea, NR31 6AL
When: Friday, November 29, 7.30pm
Price: £12
An evening of music and poetry featuring Hot Stove 3.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel