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A winter celebration of music, poetry & the arts centred in the heart of beautiful Beverley, East Yorkshire. Next festival coming 8th-15th February 2026!
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Our Festival Poet, Chris Sewart, is writing 3 new poems in the run-up to the festival, with thanks to support from the Philip Larkin Society.

Chris recently appeared on the Society's podcast, so listen here to find out more: youtu.be/R39qRhBPe24?...

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Chris Sewart, a man wearing glasses and a "Larkin 100" t-shirt, holding his arms crossed over his chest. He is stood in front of a bookcase crammed full of old books.
November 11, 2025 at 8:40 PM
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Our Appetiser event at East Riding Theatre is coming up on Saturday, and we’ve only got a handful of tickets left! With music from Danny Bradley and poetry from @chriswriting.bsky.social, it’s sure to be a night to remember.

Book your tickets here:
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Photos of Danny Bradley (a man wearing glasses and a checked shirt, holding a guitar) and Chris Sewart (a man wearing glasses and a t-shirt, stood in front of a tree). There is text which says 'Stage4Beverley Appetiser, Danny Bradley (featuring) Chris Sewart, East Riding Theatre Cafe Bar, Saturday 8th November 7.30pm'
November 6, 2025 at 7:32 PM
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At our next festival, we've got not one but TWO singing workshops lined up for you! Whether you fancy learning some harmonies with Beverley Community Choir, or giving some shanties a go with Saltburn Smugglers, we'd love to hear you raising your voices.

Find out more: stage4beverley.com/line-up/
Photo of Beverley Community Choir singing together.
November 5, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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The Sam Kelly Trio went down a storm last time they joined us, and we're delighted to be welcoming them back in 2026! Don't miss their soaring songs and stunning instrumentals when they come to East Riding Theatre on 13th February, with support from Maddie Morris.

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Photo of the Sam Kelly Trio stood outside on a path, with grassy banks and hedges on either side. They are holding their instruments (cello, guitar and banjo).
October 30, 2025 at 4:56 PM
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Our dance events have been hugely popular in recent years, and we're delighted that the New York Brass Band will be getting us back on the dancefloor at our next festival!

Join us at Beverley Memorial Hall on 14th February for a special Valentine's Day dance.

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Photo of the New York Brass Band playing on stage.
October 23, 2025 at 4:29 PM
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Bowie fans, this is not to be missed! Join John Cambridge on 10th February for an evening of stories about the man himself, plus much more. This is sure to be a fascinating evening!

TICKETS:
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Photo of John Cambridge and David Bowie.
October 16, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Danny Bradley will be performing at our Appetiser event on 8th November, alongside brilliant local poet, Chris Sewart.

Find out more and book your tickets on our website:
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Photos of Danny Bradley (a man with a guitar) and Chris Sewart (a man wearing glasses, stood in front of a tree). There is text which says 'Stage4Beverley Appetiser, Danny Bradley (featuring) Chris Sewart, East Riding Theatre Cafe Bar, Saturday 8th November 7.30pm'
October 9, 2025 at 3:43 PM
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We're delighted to hear that Danny Bradley has won the Grand Prize in the Folk category at the John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Don't miss this incredibly talented musician when he comes to East Riding Theatre Cafe Bar on 8th November!

Book tickets here:
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Photo of Chris Sewart sat on a wooden floor playing an acoustic guitar. There is a raised bed full of lush green plants in the background behind him.
October 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Firmly established as one of the country's leading jazz vocalists, Jacqui Dankworth has a voice like no other - and she's coming to Beverley! Join us at Parkway Cinema on 11th February, as she shares favourite songs from across her incredible career.

🎟️ Tickets: stage4beverley.com/whats-on/an-...
Jacqui Dankworth, a glamorous woman with long brown curly hair and a beaming smile. She is wearing a smart jacket, a white blouse and long necklaces, and she's leaning against a wall, looking happy and relaxed.
October 7, 2025 at 1:20 PM
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We're delighted to announce that @brianbilston.bsky.social is coming to Beverley! Join us at East Riding Theatre on Valentine's Day for a hint of romance (with a difference!) as Brian explores the world through poetry, in a style that's all his own.

Tickets: stage4beverley.com/whats-on/bri...
Brian Bilston sat at a wooden table, with a cat sat right in front of him on the table. He is holding a book called "How to write a poem" which he's holding in front of his face so we can't see what he looks like.
October 3, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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With thanks to the Philip Larkin Society, Chris Sewart will also be writing three new poems inspired by Stage4Beverley festival, so keep your eyes peeled for those.

Here's the poem he wrote for our 2025 festival:
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Chris Sewart, a man who is wearing a t-shirt that says "Larkin 100" on it, in reference to 100 years since Philip Larkin's birth. The t-shirt has a design with a pair of glasses on it, and Chris is wearing glasses too. He is holding his arms crossed over his chest and he's stood in front of a bookcase crammed full of old books.
October 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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It's National Poetry Day, and if you're into all things literary then there's lots to look forward to at our next festival - including the UK's Poet Laureate, Simon Armitage, local favourite Chris Sewart, and one more special guest to be announced tomorrow - any guesses?

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Chris Sewart, a man wearing glasses and a short-sleeved shirt. He is standing in front of a painting of some poppies and he has his arms crossed. Simon Armitage - a man wearing a burgundy coloured shirt, with grey hair. He is sat in front of a bookshelf and he's looking towards us thoughtfully.
October 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Can't wait until our next festival? Join us at our Appetiser event on 8th November! With live music from Danny Bradley, plus poetry from Chris Sewart, this is going to be a fantastic night.

Tickets are very limited, so snap yours up before they're gone!
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Danny Bradley, a man wearing a checked shirt and glasses. He is crouching down between two benches, holding an acoustic guitar. Chris Sewart, a man wearing glasses, wearing a t-shirt and holding his arms crossed over his chest. He is stood in front of a bookcase crammed full of old books.
September 29, 2025 at 11:22 AM
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Tickets are flying out for our next festival - so thank you to everyone who's been booking early! If you haven't booked yours yet, here's a reminder of everything that's coming up - and don't miss our appetiser event at East Riding Theatre Cafe Bar on 8th November!

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Poster about Stage4Beverley 2026, with upcoming events including The Charlotte Carrivick Band, Jacqui Dankworth, Spiers & Boden, Simon Armitage, Alan Johnson, The New York Brass Band, Beverley Town Hand Bell Ringers, Chris Sewart, The Saltburn Smugglers, Gary Stewart's Graceland, John Cambridge and the Sam Kelly Trio. Tickets at stage4beverley.com
September 25, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Our next festival is in February, but if you can't wait till then, join us for our Appetiser event on 8th November! With live music from Danny Bradley, plus poetry from local favourite, Chris Sewart, it promises to be a wonderful evening.

Find out more & book tickets:
stage4beverley.com/line-up/
Photos of Danny Bradley (a man with a guitar) and Chris Sewart (a man wearing glasses, stood in front of a tree). There is text which says 'Stage4Beverley Appetiser, Danny Bradley (featuring) Chris Sewart, East Riding Theatre Cafe Bar, Saturday 8th November 7.30pm'
September 17, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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As summer comes to an end, we're busy getting ready for the next Stage4Beverley Winter Festival, and we're pleased to say that tickets are on sale now! Get 8th-15th February in your diary, and book early to secure your spot.

For more details and tickets, visit: stage4beverley.com/line-up/
Poster about Stage4Beverley Winter Festival, which will take place from 8th-15th February 2026. The line-up includes music from Spiers & Boden, Sam Kelly Trio, New York Brass Band, The Charlotte Carrivick Band, Gary Stewart's Graceland, Jacqui Dankworth, Saltburn Smugglers and Beverley Town Handbell Ringers. There's also poetry from Simon Armitage and Chris Sewart (including a workshop to get creative yourself!), and fascinating talks on music from Alan Johnson and John Cambridge, plus more to be announced (watch this space...!) Events will be taking place right across Beverley, with venues including East Riding Theatre, Parkway Cinema, Beverley Memorial Hall, Toll Gavel United Church and the Monks Walk Inn. For more info and tickets, visit https://stage4beverley.com/line-up/
September 5, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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If you came to our Ukrainian event on the last day of the festival, you'll know just how special it was - and we're pleased to say that it's had a lasting impact. The performers have donated the £125 raised to a Ukrainian charity, so every penny will make a difference. Thanks to all who donated!
Photo of the performers at our Ukrainian event on Sunday 16th February.
March 11, 2025 at 2:55 PM
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What a wonderful week we had at Stage4Beverley - and thanks to Melvyn Marriott for these fantastic photos to remember it all by. What were your highlights?

We'll be back from 8th-15th February 2026, so save the dates and we'll see you then!
Martyn Joseph playing a guitar Steve Knightley playing a ukulele Sam Baxter and Merle Harbron playing fiddles
February 21, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Morning, everyone! We’ve got another busy day today, kicking off with the East Riding Jazz Collective, who’ll be at East Riding Theatre at 11.15am. It’s free to come along (with donations welcome), so get yourself over to the theatre to see some of the finest young jazz musicians in our area.
Graphic advertising the East Riding Jazz Collective event, which is today at 11.15am.
February 16, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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We’ve got a busy day ahead of us here at Stage4Beverley! First up, it’s the Horizon Stage with Sam Baxter & Merle Harbron, The Hop and Daisy Dot. It all kicks off at 11.30am at the East Riding Theatre Cafe Bar, and it’s free to come along!

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Photo of Sam Baxter and Merle Harbron, who are stood in a park with stone walls on either side of them. They're holding their fiddles and looking towards us thoughtfully.
February 15, 2025 at 9:46 AM
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Happy Valentine's Day! Tonight's special event with Henry Normal & Nigel Planer is SOLD OUT, but we'd love to see you at our Late Night Festival Club! There's music from Starlarker and Wolfy O'Hare & Sam Martyn, from 10pm in the East Riding Theatre Cafe Bar.

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Photo of Sam Martyn and Wolfy O’Hare playing music together. Wolfy is playing a fiddle and Sam is on a harmonium. Photo of Starlarker, a duo of musicians - one of them is holding an acoustic guitar and the other a tenor sax.
February 14, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Tonight, we're heading back to Parkway Cinema for a night with the amazing Pasadena Roof Orchestra! Expect classics from the likes of George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington and Irving Berlin, as we step back in time for a night like no other.

TICKETS:
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Photo of the Pasadena Roof Orchestra, all stood with their instruments and wearing smart suits, next to a bright red London bus.
February 13, 2025 at 4:49 PM
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The festival continues tonight with the brilliant Martyn Joseph, a mesmerising performer whose songs speak right to the soul. Join us at Parkway Cinema in Beverley at 7.30pm.

Final tickets available here:
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Black and white photo of Martyn Joseph.
February 12, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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Events are selling out left, right and centre here at Stage4Beverley, with tonight’s Curtain Raiser and Friday’s show with Henry Normal & Nigel Planer both now full to the brim. If you’re thinking of coming to our other events, be quick before you miss out!

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Graphic advertising our Festival Curtain Raiser, which is sold out! Graphic advertising our event with Henry Normal & Nigel Planer, which is sold out!
February 11, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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Martyn Joseph is a renowned performer quite unlike any other. His poignant lyrics speak right to the soul, exploring everything it means to be human. Don’t miss your chance to see this extraordinary musician live at Parkway Cinema, Beverley on Wednesday!

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Black and white close-up photo of Martyn Joseph, who is looking towards us with an outstretched hand. Over the top, there's text that says 'Martyn Joseph plus Support, Wed 12 Feb, 7.30pm'. There are also small round logos for the festival and the Parkway Cinema, as well as a guitar logo indicating that this is one of the festival's music events.
February 10, 2025 at 11:31 AM